No Gloves, No Fans, No Problem: The Brad Miller 2020 Power Hour

TL;DR

Brad Miller emerged as a key player for the St. Louis Cardinals during the unusual 2020 MLB season, showcasing a unique no-batting-gloves style and achieving a career-high 7 RBIs in a single game. His performance helped him become a fan favorite despite the absence of spectators.

Key points

Brad Miller became a cult hero for the St. Louis Cardinals in 2020
He achieved a career-high 7 RBIs in a game against the Cincinnati Reds
Miller's performance was highlighted by his refusal to wear batting gloves
The 2020 season featured a 60-game schedule and unique challenges
Miller transitioned to the broadcast booth after his time in St. Louis

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PITTSBURGH, PA - SEPTEMBER 18: Brad Miller #15 of the St. Louis Cardinals in action during the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on September 18, 2020 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) | Getty Images Almost everyone wants to forget the weirdness of the 2020 MLB season. The Dodgers winning a piece of metal after a 60-game season that saw divisions reworked and paper cutouts as fans in the stands was a real clincher to the strange year. Taxi squads and constant COVID tests were the norm, and the St. Louis Cardinals missing a dozen players at a time due to an outbreak is something that only 2020 could provide. One player who took advantage of what we would now deem a “small sample size” was lefty utility man, Brad Miller. Signed just before the world shut down in 2020, Miller arrived as a bench option and left as a cult hero. From his “old school” refusal to wear batting gloves to his historic 7-RBI night in Cincinnati, we’re breaking down the 48 games where “Miller Time” took over Busch Stadium (even if no one was there to see it).

Brad Miller did not need batting gloves to help lead the Cardinals’ offense in 2020

In this episode, we discuss: The 2020 Time Capsule: Navigating the strangest season in MLB history—from the 60-game sprint to the arrival of the Universal DH. Bare-Handed Blast: Why Miller’s no-batting-gloves style resonated with the St. Louis faithful. September 1st, 2020: A deep dive into Miller’s career-high 7-RBI masterclass against the . The Impact of the DH: How a last-minute rule change turned a $2M utility signing into the team’s co-leader in home runs. Life After St. Louis: Tracking Brad’s journey to 100 career homers and his recent transition to the broadcast booth. YouTube: Spotify: Apple: Thanks for tuning in and share your memories of the 2020 season!

Q&A

What were Brad Miller's notable achievements during the 2020 MLB season?

Brad Miller recorded a career-high 7 RBIs in a game and became a co-leader in home runs for the St. Louis Cardinals during the 2020 season.

How did the 2020 MLB season impact player performances like Brad Miller's?

The 2020 MLB season's unique circumstances, including a shortened schedule and rule changes like the Universal DH, allowed players like Brad Miller to shine in unexpected ways.

What is Brad Miller's career trajectory after his time with the St. Louis Cardinals?

After his stint with the Cardinals, Brad Miller transitioned to the broadcast booth while continuing to build his career, aiming for 100 career home runs.