Pronunciation
Last name is pronounced "MIKE-RIT".

Current Contract
Contract renewable through 2011.

Became a Cardinal
Signed as a non-drafted free agent on June 27, 2005.

2008 Season
Mikrut started off very strong for the Palm Beach Cardinals, playing in 14 games, posting a record of 1-1 with five saves and an ERA of 0.55, before being promoted to Double-A Springfield. In 44 games for the Double-A club, Mikrut went 4-3 with a 4.25 ERA.

2007 Season
He appeared in 53 games for the Palm Beach Cardinals, posting a record of 4-2 with three saves and an ERA of 2.91. His 53 appearances were 3rd-most in the FSL.

2006 Season
Prior to the season, Mikrut was converted to a pitcher after playing 18 games at third base for Johnson City. He appeared in 50 games for low Class A Quad Cities, posting a 3.45 ERA, allowing 45 hits, striking out 56 and walking 20 in 60 innings. Opponents hit .206 against him. He was named to the Midwest League All-Star game.

Career Notes
Mikrut spent the 2005 season with the Rookie-level Johnson City Cardinals where he appeared in 33 games. He hit .215/.255/.452/ in 93 at bats, primarily at third base and designated hitter. He also pitched three innings over two games. He struck out five while walking none and allowing only one hit.

Player Awards
FSL Mid-Season All-Star 2008
Mid-West League All-Star 2006

Photo: St. Louis Cardinals