Mikolas delivered a downturn-filled season in which his 8-11 record and 4.84 ERA over 156.1 innings mark a boundary between a veteran innings provider and a free-agent question mark. His future with the Cardinals will heavily influence STL’s 2026 rotation depth and fantasy value, depending on whether he re-signs or moves elsewhere.

Miles Mikolas yielded Crow-Armstrong's milestone homer, highlighting the matchup dynamic between Cardinals pitching and Cubs offense. His curveball and control were on show in that moment, illustrating the challenge Crow-Armstrong faces against quality right-handed pitching.

Mikolas, a veteran, arrives with a 4.76 ERA and 1.328 WHIP in a season where the Cardinals are in flux. His command and durability will be tested by a Cubs lineup that leans on elevated power. Fantasy managers should anticipate a controlled, competitive outing with limited upside if the Cubs lineup optimizes swing decisions.

Mikolas carries a workload-heavy season with a mid-range ERA and modest strikeouts. He’ll face a hot Brewers offense that’s keyed by Bauers and Yelich. In fantasy, Mikolas is a matchup-driven option who can win with control and soft-contact relief rather than swing-and-miss upside.

Mikolas is set to duel Patrick in Saturday’s game, a pivotal matchup that could influence the division race and provide a high-stakes fantasy-friendly outing as STL aims to extend its lead.