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- Former Cardinals pitcher, Brad Thompson on Lars Nootbaar struggling at the plate- Did these last two Stanley Cup Finals tell us more about Connor McDavid or the Florida Panthers?- NFC North in 2025: Case for & against the Bears and Vikings to win the division- NFC North in 2025: Case for & against the Packers and Lions to win the divisionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson speaks on the win against the White Sox as well as some of the struggles Lars Nootbaar has facedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson speaks on some of the struggles Matthew Liberatore has faced in his last few outingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson speaks on some of the struggles Andre Pallante faced against Kansas City in his last startSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson joins the program live from a golf tournament where he talks about the weekend that was for the Cardinals and his golf game (or lack thereof). BT talks about Jordan Walker's injury, the offense as a whole, and Sonny Gray's dominance as of late. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Adam Wainwright joins the program to talk about the red hot Cardinals and what he saw a few weeks ago that made him think this team is special. Adam talks about the changes he's seen that's been impactful, including hitting coach Brant Brown and others. Adam shares his perspective on selling vs. buying and the deadline and also guesses Jayson Stark's MLB All Quarter Century team and gives his thoughts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson speaks on the importance of Matthew Liberatore and Brendan Donovan for the CardinalsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00-18:10) They broadcast your failures and whisper your success. Branding on uniforms. & Juliet. Jackson's date night. Get gussied up to go to the theatre. Another series win after sweeping the snakes. Doug's history with Randal Grichuk. Former Cardinals all around.(18:18-36:51) Checking the Vaughn Index for the Redbirds. Busch was buzzin' over the weekend. Evil Calvin. Doug's out on float trips. Was Mr. Lix painting faces at the zoo on Friday? Above ground pools aren't the worst thing in the world. People are sending in their nominations for worst things in the world.(37:01-55:31) Getting picked up at Lambert Hooterville getting some votes for worst thing in the world. Happy Birthday Andre 3000. Audio of Oli Marmol talking about taking an L in Baltimore after playing some good baseball. Farmer in the Dell means Omar's coming. How does Martin follow up the Jon Hamm get? We need a JeffCo gal on Real Housewives of TMA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson joins the show to discuss the weekend that was for the Cardinals, sweeping the Diamondbacks. BT also talks about the loss in Baltimore yesterday and the energy over the weekend at Busch Stadium. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Former Cardinals pitcher and Lieutenant in the US Navy, Mitch Harris, sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter's Box.” Harris discusses his path to the majors, getting drafted twice but being able to serve in the Navy, his best memories of deployment, trying to stay in baseball shape for his chance at the big leagues, finally making it, and more.
Lance Lynn joins the program to discuss a variety of topics. Lance talks about how he's enjoying retirement and reflects on his career both with the Cardinals and baseball in general. Lance also discusses the current state of the Cardinals and tells some wonderful stories. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Former Cardinals pitcher, Brad Thompson on the Cardinals forming an identity- Sports Six-Pack Part I- Sports Six-Pack Part II- What We Learned & 3 Stars of the DaySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson recaps the Cardinals and Tigers seriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson joins the show to discuss the series win in Kansas City and how the Cardinals seem like a much more complete team. BT also talks about the pitching improvements that go under the radar relative to the offensive growth. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson recaps the Cardinals' 9 game win streakSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson joins the show to talk about the red-hot Redbirds following their 8th straight win. BT discusses the starting pitching improvements, the offensive consistency, and more room to grow for the Cardinals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson joins us to discuss a series victory for the Cardinals over the weekend. BT also talks about the Cardinals bullpen and the start for Michael McGreevy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Adam Wainwright joins the show to discuss the life and legacy of Walt Jocketty, talk about his enjoyment of the Blues series so far, and tell us about his trip to Augusta for the Masters. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson joins the show to talk about the Cardinals getting 2 of 3 against the Brewers over the weekend. BT talks about the pitching in general and improvements made both from an offensive standpoint and from the starting rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brad Thompson joins the show to talk about the Cardinals getting 2 of 3 against the Brewers over the weekend. BT talks about the pitching in general and improvements made both from an offensive standpoint and from the starting rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former Cardinals manager and Baseball Hall of Famer Tony La Russa joins Chris and Amy following the death of former General Manager Walt Jocketty. La Russa says Jocketty will become a member of the Cardinals Hall of Fame this fall and the La Russa Rescue Foundation will host an event in St Louis at Stifel Theater on July 16.
Former Cardinals kicker Jay Feely is throwing his hat in the ring for US Congress. He joined the show to tell us his plans.
Brad Thompson joins us to talk about the Cardinals getting swept in Queens and some of the struggles they have had with the bullpen as of late. Brad also talks about Wilson Contreras' slow start and what he thinks will happen with the roster when Masyn Winn comes back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brad Thompson joins us to talk about the Cardinals getting swept in Queens and some of the struggles they have had with the bullpen as of late. Brad also talks about Wilson Contreras' slow start and what he thinks will happen with the roster when Masyn Winn comes back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Adam Wainwright joins the show and talks about his upcoming benefit concert along with what he's been up to in retirement. Adam also remembers his late teammate Octavio Dotel and shares some stories about him. Wainwright also discusses the possibility of Yadier Molina managing in the majors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Adam Wainwright joins the show and talks about his upcoming benefit concert along with what he's been up to in retirement. Adam also remembers his late teammate Octavio Dotel and shares some stories about him. Wainwright also discusses the possibility of Yadier Molina managing in the majors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A tragedy in the Dominican Republican has claimed the lives of 100+ patrons, including a crucial pitcher in the 2011 World Series win for the Cardinals, and Kim dives into the biggest tory in biology: the return of the direwolf!
Will Clark joins via the surprise line and tells some awesome stories about his brief stint with the Cardinals. Will "The Thrill" talks about that 2000 Cardinals team and shares his perspective on the current state of hitting in the MLB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Will Clark joins via the surprise line and tells some awesome stories about his brief stint with the Cardinals. Will "The Thrill" talks about that 2000 Cardinals team and shares his perspective on the current state of hitting in the MLB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep. 710 - The vibes are immaculate at Cardinals HQ after a week filled with breaking news. On Tuesday, longtime fan-favorite Calais Campbell agreed to terms to return to Arizona for his 18th NFL season. Then on Thursday, Pro Bowl tight end Trey McBride agreed to a four-year extension that ties him to the Cardinals through the 2029 season. Former Cardinals defensive lineman Frostee Rucker joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about Calais' return to the Bird Gang and marvels at how Campbell continues to beat Father Time. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss the hard-earned extension received by McBride and how he can still take his game to another level.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 710 - The vibes are immaculate at Cardinals HQ after a week filled with breaking news. On Tuesday, longtime fan-favorite Calais Campbell agreed to terms to return to Arizona for his 18th NFL season. Then on Thursday, Pro Bowl tight end Trey McBride agreed to a four-year extension that ties him to the Cardinals through the 2029 season. Former Cardinals defensive lineman Frostee Rucker joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about Calais' return to the Bird Gang and marvels at how Campbell continues to beat Father Time. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss the hard-earned extension received by McBride and how he can still take his game to another level.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Newly minted Cardinals Hall of Famer Matt Morris looks forward to sporting his red jacket as the club begins its 2025 season vs. visiting Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Newly minted Cardinals Hall of Famer Matt Morris looks forward to sporting his red jacket as the club begins its 2025 season vs. visiting Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome in Mike Matheny! 4x time Gold Glove winning catcher! Former manager of the Cardinals and Royals! He's also an author! He takes us inside the process of his new book The Dad Coach - How to Lead Kids to Succeed On and Off the Field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome in Mike Matheny! 4x time Gold Glove winning catcher! Former manager of the Cardinals and Royals! He's also an author! He takes us inside the process of his new book The Dad Coach - How to Lead Kids to Succeed On and Off the Field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(00:00-18:31) Doug's not happy with the return music but it's Jackson's favorite song ever. People asking for Tim's betting play at The Player's Championship. Floor at the Big XII Tournament = bad. Coach Cal. Opening Day. Doug says watching 2+ hours of TV a day leads to heart attacks. (18:39-30:00) Cardinals saving their hits for the regular season. Some birthday voicemails for Jackson. Kim Kilcoyne, Floyd Irons, and Josh Schertz. Martin accidently called Coach Schertz late last night. Rory McIlroy stole a heckler's phone during a practice round. Likebait for fellow incels. Fat Perez. (30:10-39:59) RIP Mac Miller. Bill Simmons and The Ringer reupping with Spotify. Plagiarizing The Ringer. Former Cardinals who would make good managers. Jackson rates his birthday gala. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00-18:31) Doug's not happy with the return music but it's Jackson's favorite song ever. People asking for Tim's betting play at The Player's Championship. Floor at the Big XII Tournament = bad. Coach Cal. Opening Day. Doug says watching 2+ hours of TV a day leads to heart attacks. (18:39-30:00) Cardinals saving their hits for the regular season. Some birthday voicemails for Jackson. Kim Kilcoyne, Floyd Irons, and Josh Schertz. Martin accidently called Coach Schertz late last night. Rory McIlroy stole a heckler's phone during a practice round. Likebait for fellow incels. Fat Perez. (30:10-39:59) RIP Mac Miller. Bill Simmons and The Ringer reupping with Spotify. Plagiarizing The Ringer. Former Cardinals who would make good managers. Jackson rates his birthday gala. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mark Lamping, former team president of the St. Louis Cardinals and current team president of the Jacksonville Jaguars Mark Lamping joins us. Mark talks about the new Jags GM hire who is also a St. Louisan, his days as the Cardinals team president, and the current state of STL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mark Lamping, former team president of the St. Louis Cardinals and current team president of the Jacksonville Jaguars Mark Lamping joins us. Mark talks about the new Jags GM hire who is also a St. Louisan, his days as the Cardinals team president, and the current state of STL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
JUPITER, Fla. -- There is a sense around the Cardinals that one of the reasons for reducing expectations, seesawing between the words "reset" and "transition" but never once using the world "rebuild," is that the club is trying to create a valve to release some of the pressure that greats young players when they arrive in the greenhouse of October demands. It's as if the Cardinals front office is trying to take the team out of the Jiffy-Pop tin of its usual brand and try something new, trying to see what grows when that greenhouse is a little cooler. Former Cardinals pitcher, current Cardinals broadcaster, and winner of the 2025 St. Louis Baseball Writers' of America Chapter's 'Good Guy Award,' Ricky Horton joins the Best Podcast in Baseball to discuss that release of pressure and what it means for the Cardinals. Horton, who appears on the KMOX/1120 AM and Cardinals Radio Network broadcasts, discusses with BPIB host Derrick Goold what he'll be watching as spring games begin. The two also talk about what lens to use when evaluating the Cardinals given the youth movement, and finally they explore whether the Dodgers' spending and acquisition of talent is creating a juggernaut unlike any baseball has seen. The Dodgers are likened to the Death Star. There is a stretch of the podcast where the most cynical of Cardinals fans might need earmuffs as Horton and Goold discuss whether a trade not made this winter means a red jacket that must be made in the future. And Horton describes how Whitey Herzog approached pressure and whether there is a lesson from the 1985 Cardinals for the 2025 Cardinals on the power of adopting a style of baseball. The Best Podcast in Baseball, sponsored by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is brought to listeners weekly in its 13th season. The podcast is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold.
Ep. 703 - Former Cardinals offensive lineman Justin Pugh joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the unique way he stays involved in the NFL, the Cardinals run game, left tackle Paris Johnson Jr.'s upside, the importance of center Hjalte Froholdt, building a strong team in the trenches, the versatility of tight end Trey McBride, how Kyler Murray helps in the run game and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf break down the offensive line and what the position might look like in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 703 - Former Cardinals offensive lineman Justin Pugh joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the unique way he stays involved in the NFL, the Cardinals run game, left tackle Paris Johnson Jr.'s upside, building a strong team in the trenches, the versatility of tight end Trey McBride, how Kyler Murray helps in the run game and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf talk more about the offensive line and what the position might look like in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 702 - Former Cardinals great Larry Centers joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss the Arizona offense, what makes James Conner great and the one part of Trey McBride's game that reminds Centers of himself. Centers, who won a Super Bowl with the Patriots, also talks about what it's like to play on football's biggest stage, whether a running team can win the Super Bowl and what it was like during the Cardinals 1998 playoff run. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss the future of the Cardinals running back room and make their predictions for Super Bowl LIX.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 702 - Former Cardinals great Larry Centers joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss the Arizona offense, what makes James Conner great and the one part of Trey McBride's game that reminds Centers of himself. Centers, who won a Super Bowl with the Patriots, also talks about what it's like to play on football's biggest stage, whether a running team can win the Super Bowl and what it was like during the Cardinals 1998 playoff run. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss the future of the Cardinals running back room and make their predictions for Super Bowl LIX.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 700 - Bertrand Berry, former NFL pass rusher and five-year host of the Big Red Rage, joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to celebrate our 700th episode. Berry recalls his time on the show and talks about his favorite moments as a member of the Cardinals. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss the Cardinals' important offseason and preview this weekend's NFC and AFC Championship games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 700 - Bertrand Berry, former NFL pass rusher and five-year host of the Big Red Rage, joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to celebrate our 700th episode. Berry recalls his time on the show and talks about his favorite moments as a member of the Cardinals. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss the Cardinals' important offseason and preview this weekend's NFC and AFC Championship games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 699 - Former Cardinals wide receiver Frank Sanders joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss Marvin Harrison Jr.'s first NFL season, how their rookie years were similar in some respects, what MHJ needs to work on in the offseason and why his future is bright. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf preview four huge games in this weekend's divisional round of the playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bickley and Tim Ring talk to ASU legend and former Cardinals quareterback Jake Plummer who gives his thoughts on the Sun Devils in 2024 and how they look going into the Peach Bowl against Texas.
Steve Kline joins the show on The Surprise Line to talk about his days as a Cardinal, what he's been up to in his post-playing career, and some of his favorite pranks he pulled while in St. Louis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Steve Kline joins the show on The Surprise Line to talk about his days as a Cardinal, what he's been up to in his post-playing career, and some of his favorite pranks he pulled while in St. Louis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices