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The Opening Drive

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St. Louis Blues Center Robert Thomas

Robert joins the show despite an insane travel schedule to talk about a frustrating result in Nashville, why he thinks they were the better team throughout a majority of the game, a lack of pucks in front of the net holding them back in another game and what it means to him to be going after a career-high in points after setting a new mark for goals.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 5, 20245 min

STL Battlehawks WR Marcell Ateman

Marcel joins the show before this weekend's Home Opener for the Battlehawks, his excitement to get in front of the STL fans, his reaction from the offensive struggles to start off the season, why he's still excited for the offense going forward & getting ready for tonight's pep rally and tomorrow's home opener at the Dome. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 5, 20245 min

STL CITY SC HC Bradley Carnell

Coach Carnell joins the show to talk about the last few games on the road, how the ties are okay if you get Ws at home, the importance of these next two games, if the goals allowed or the goals for numbers has been a bigger issue to start the year, the core identity needing to be able their play as a defensive unit despite being known an an attacking side, needing to lean on Roman LESS, how they can handle Dallas' success in transition, how Josh Yaro has continued to develop his game, the importance of the midfield competition for the long haul & his favorite things to do around STL including the Blues games and a list of very good STL restaurants. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 5, 20249 min

The Athletic's Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford

Jeremy Rutherford joins the show to talk about a disappointing game in Nashville for the Blues, Binnington finally cracking, the Blues being--realistic--out of the playoffs, the players reaction following a game that effectively ended the season, more reaction for JR from his interview with Jimmy Snuggerud, if the timeline for Dvorsky could get moved up and lineup with Snuggy, if we could FINALLY see Army pull the trigger on a buyout and the chances that Bannister could win the head coach job. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 5, 202410 min

Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing

Jay joins Brooke & Danny to break down how golf can bring the sport to the masses without a catalyst of Tiger's size, why his favorite part of Augusta isn't the pristine grass or perfect scenery--it's the snack bar, the incredible story of Master's tickets and if he's giving Tiger any chance to make a move next week.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 5, 202413 min

The Opening Drive - April 4th, 2024

7:00 – Happy Opening Day!!!7:15 – Sick of It!!!7:30 – Celebrity Line - MLB Network’s Greg Amsinger7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: Favorite Busch Stadium Opening Day Memories8:15 - Celebrity Line - Blues HOFer, Bally Sports analyst Bernie Federko8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Celebrity Line - Cardinals President Bill DeWitt III9:00 - Rush Hour Reset 9:15 - Celebrity Line - Cardinal HOFer Jason Isringhausen9:30 - As the Cardinals start their home season, who is the ONE player that’s most important to to this team?9:45 - Celebrity Line - Bob Costas10:00- More Costas10:15 - Cardinals President John Mozeliak10:30 - How much of a role can small ball play in baseball these days, and for these Cardinals?10:45 - Rocc and RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 4, 20242h 48m

St. Louis Cardinals POBO John Mozeliak

Mo join Randy & Brooke to talk Cardinals Home Opener, the last-second changes to the roster and how that changed his mindset, his first reaction to the hot start for Victor Scott II, Noot being closer to return than Carlson, the plan for Noot to get through the weekend in Memphis, how he’ll man one of the corners but there are always things that can change, how he handles the day-to-day evaluation of such a young lineup, how much returning players will shake up the discussion but also add a lot of talent, the defensive improvements from young players like Walker & Gorman—and the immediate impact of guys like Winn & VSII and what has stood out to him the most with Sonny Gray, both on and off the field.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 4, 202415 min

Bob Costas

Bob joins the show to talk about why Opening Day is always so special, why baseball will always be treated differently within STL than anywhere else, why this current version of the Cardinals team has the chance to remind him of the older squads, his expectations for the Cardinals new-look rotation, how gambling continues to change how sports are going to be handled in then US, how broadcasting rights and revenues could shift the MLB landscape in a big way and one of Bob’s best stories—how Tommy Lasorda gave him credit for a big Dodgers win.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 4, 202424 min

Cardinals HOFer Jason Isringhausen

Izzy joined Randy, Brooke & Danny to talk about what makes Opening Day so special every year, why he wasn’t into baseball at a young age and how that changed, what he’s seen from the new pitchers so far this season, why he’s so confident in the young pitchers coming up in the system, what it’s like coaching younger players these days, his analysis of Graccefo & McGreevy and why he’s become a bigger fan of analytics while working with younger players.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 4, 20249 min

St. Louis Cardinals President Bill DeWitt III

Bill DeWitt III joins the show to talk about all the work that goes into getting Opening Day ready, why then red jacket HOFers are his favorite thing about the Opening Day festivities, how he was getting a little nervous in LA but why the next games helped his confidence, his perspective on the Cardinals pitching plans during the offseason, adding a new dimension to the roster with young players this season, the new stuff going on at Busch stadium, how the future of broadcasts could shake up the Cardinals/MLB, if the uniform situation has been frustrating for him and how he responds to fans who question their willingness to spend & win as owners.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 4, 202419 min

Blues, NHL HOFer Bernie Federko

Bernie joins “The Opening Drive” to talk about the Blues chances following the Kings big win on Wednesday night, why he wasn’t as surprised by the Snuggerud news, the silver lining on this news for both the Blues & Snuggy and what he wants to see from the Blues to close out the season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 4, 20246 min

MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger

Greg joins Randy, Brooke & Danny for the Cardinals Home Opener to talk about how tough it is to face off against the Dodgers, the early returns from the Cardinals through two series, how the Cardinals pitching philosophy is holding up, the growth of ATHLETES in MLB and how that’s helping the game, the impact of Victor Scott II on the Cardinals, why—for now—the Cardinals shouldn’t ever consider sending him down, watching his hitting talent in a long at-bat that shows how special he can be, why he would even consider moving him to the lead off spot and why people in Saint Louis should be letting their kids stay home to enjoy Opening Day.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 4, 202415 min

Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers

Jamie joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about the Blues being back in the race again, how they match up against a Predators team that is finally losing games again, his initial reaction to the Snuggerud news, the Blues reaction to his decision, what this means for the Blues recent future, if he thinks the players will have a reaction to this kind of news & why this decision has nothing to do with things like NIL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 3, 202411 min

The Opening Drive - April 3rd, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Cardinals-5 Padres-2 -- Jimmy Snuggerud will be staying another year at Minnesota, the school announced yesterday afternoon7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - Cardinals defense has been apparent through the first 6 games, just one of three teams in MLB to not commit an error yet & they are tied for 2nd in MLB with 8 DPs–how big of an impact has it been?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Hands off VSII—if this level of play continues, does the outfield conversation change in April?8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers talks about the surprising decision from Jimmy Snuggerud8:30 - The Fight8:45 - How much is a comfortable Willson changing the Cardinals locker room?9:00 – Rush Hour Reset + Stadium vote in KC (Jackson County) fails9:15 – Don’t look now but the NL Central is getting off to a HOT start...9:30 - What went wrong with the Snuggy situation?9:45 - Rocc and RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 3, 20242h 6m

Voice of the Blues, John Kelly

JK joins the show to talk about the Blues big win over the Oilers, how the structure was improved & it was a great example of what this team can look like when they win their battles, the dog fight they find themselves in now, if he likes their chances, why a move for Snuggy makes sense--even for a short period of time, and if the Predators have a Stanley-cup level roster. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 2, 20249 min

The Opening Drive - April 2nd, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Big win for the Blues (and a bigger L from the Kings -- Cardinals open their series in SD with a win -- a WILD night of Women's Final Four action7:15 - Can you change a team’s DNA without going through a more drastic rebuild than what the Blues have described?7:30 - Gibson gets tagged for two deep shots but goes 7.0IP and helps reset the Cardinals bullpen–what did we see from the first regular season start for Kyle?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Are these the kind of mistakes a third-year manager should be making in the first series of the season?8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues TV voice John Kelly talks about the Blues playoff chances & if bringing Snuggy in this year makes sense8:30 - The Fight8:45 - So you’re saying there’s a chance? Blues again just 3 points behind a playoff spot after the Jets outlasted the Kings 4-39:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - Should one year of an entry-level contract on a player who already projects as an NHL-level forward stop the Blues from giving Snuggy a chance the last 6-7 games of the season?9:30 – Lars Nootbaar will play 5 innings for AAA Memphis today–how has the early play of the outfield affected how the Cardinals will handle his return?9:45 - Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 2, 20242h 5m

Blues President, CEO Chris Zimmerman

Chris joins the show to break down a very successful weekend out at Centene, how the regional went for the fans and the facility, the feedback they've gotten from different groups at the event, the impression they've gotten from the NCAA on the event as they look forward to next years Frozen Four, the lessons they've learned in preparation for '25, how the home team situation was decided and his thoughts on the potential for Snuggy to join the big club this year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 1, 20249 min

Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber

Kerbs joins the show to try to sift through a poor showing against another bottom dweller, how the DNA of this team has changed or carried over from last year's poor showing, the issue that teams like the Blues have when they fail to show up against teams lower in the standings and the chances of Snuggy joining the Blues for this season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 1, 202410 min

The Opening Drive - April 1st, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Cardinals take just 1 of 4 from the Dodgers -- CITY gets their first L of the season -- Blues fall 4-0 to the Sharks -- Battlehawks offense comes to a little late -- Men's & Women's Final Four madness7:15 - Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - The Cardinals suffered another injury over the weekend--after a Spring of injuries issue--Is this a fluke, or a concern?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: The Cardinals credited Lance Lynn with energizing them in Saturday night’s win. Can he be the leader the club was looking for?8:15 - Celebrity Line - Chris Kerber8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Celebrity Line - Blues President Chris Zimmerman on the NCAA Hockey Tournament at Centene over the weekend, and next year’s Frozen Four at Enterprise Center.9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - How disappointing was the City loss to Real Salt Lake?9:30 - How great are the NCAA basketball tournaments? Tonight we have the drama of the rematch between Angel Reese and LSU vs. Caitlin Clark and Iowa. And then the men are headed toward a showdown between dominant UConn and dominant Purdue big man Zach Edey...9:45 - Rocc & RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 1, 20242h 6m

Former PGA Tour pro Jay Delsing

Jay Delsing assesses the latest PGA Tour goings-on with Randy, Brooke and Dan.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 29, 20247 min

Blues analyst Joey Vitale

Blues radio color analyst Joey Vitale provides his takeaways from last night's critical win against the Flames.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 29, 202412 min

St. Louis Battlehawks WR Darrius Shepherd

As the Battlehawks gear up for their 2024 season opener, wide receiver Darrius Shepherd expresses his excitement over the prospect of playing in St. Louis again.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 29, 20246 min

St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas

On the heels of the Blues' 5-3 victory over Calgary, center Robert Thomas joins the program to discuss the upcoming schedule and favorite Easter pastimes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 29, 20248 min

The Opening Drive - March 29th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Happy Opening Day!!!7:15 - Sick of It!7:30 - Greg Amsinger7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Cardinal Superlatives8:15 - Bernie Federko8:30 - The Fight8:45 - MLB Predictions9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Jeremy Rutherford9:30 - What are you looking for from the NCAA tournament tonight?9:45 - Rocc and RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 29, 20242h 2m

Jeremy Rutherford

The Athletic's Jeremy Rutherford joins Randy, Dan and Brooke with 10 games remaining on the Blues' schedule.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 28, 20249 min

Blues Hall of Famer and analyst Bernie Federko

As the Blues prepare to host Calgary tonight, Bernie Federko takes stock of what the final few weeks of the regular season could entail.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 28, 20248 min

MLB Network host Greg Amsinger

Mere hours before the Cardinals' 2024 season opener against the Dodgers, Greg Amsinger expresses excitement over what awaits Oli Marmol's club.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 28, 202414 min

The Opening Drive - March 28th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Happy Opening Day!!!7:15 - Sick of It!7:30 - Greg Amsinger7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Cardinal Superlatives8:15 - Bernie Federko8:30 - The Fight8:45 - MLB Predictions9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Jeremy Rutherford9:30 - What are you looking for from the NCAA tournament tonight?9:45 - Rocc and RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 28, 20242h 7m

Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers

Jamie joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about how the Blues players still believe they have a chance, why that attitude is all Jamie cares about going into this final stretch, the little things he wants to see from the players even if they don't make the playoffs, if there's anything to take away from Buchy playing center and if he thinks Snuggy will be an impact player for the Blues next season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 27, 20248 min

The Opening Drive - March 27th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Does the one final Cardinals move--Victor Scott II--get you excited for Opening Day tomorrow?7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - Spring training is over. What did you learn about the Cardinals? And what do you have NO IDEA about?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: How should Victor Scott II be deployed? Lead off hitter with green light, or down in the lineup?8:15 - Should we be happy with this Blues' season?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Blues Booth: Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers on why the Blues players still believing is all that matters9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Pick your MVP’s, Cy Youngs, ROY’s WITHOUT picking the favorite?9:30 - Jordan Montgomery signed with the Diamondbacks. Should free agency have happened earlier? And how about the NL west?9:45 - Rocc and RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 27, 20242h 8m

Former NHL forward, coach Tony Granato

Tony joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about his current fight against non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, his connection with Kelly Chase in their hockey career that was magnified by them both being diagnosed around similar times, his favorite Chaser story and what it was like for him to get replaced by Quenneville but still stay on his coaching staff.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 26, 202411 min

Voice of the Blues, John Kelly

JK breaks down how the Vegas defense was able to slow down the Blues for the first two periods, how the Blues 11-7 model can be a little risky, how the play in the 3rd period after losing one of those 11 throws off the questions behind the decision, his thoughts on the Blues playoff chances after going 5-points back from VGK, the incredible play of Binnington to get them through the first two periods, how they were able to slow down the top skaters of VGK late in the game & why it'll come down to a crazy run down the stretch to win a spot.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 26, 20247 min

The Opening Drive - March 26th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Blues lost a heartbreaker that just about ended the season + How much could a Carlson injury derail the Cardinals' plans?7:15 - Are the Blues done? Is the one-point from OT going to be their saving grace?7:30 - How concerned should the Cardinals be about Paul Goldschmidt? And if he sucks, who is the Cardinal 1B?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Are we buying everything that Ohatani said at his presser--or is there something else going on here?8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues TV voice John Kelly talks about a tough game & how the Blues could still be in the game8:30 - The Fight8:45 - They’re making a Happy Gilmore sequel. What sports movie would you like to see a sequel for?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - Former NHL player/coach Tony Granato to promote Puck Cancer, his battle against cancer & his favorite Chaser stories9:30 – React to MLB bold predictions. Do you have any bold predictions for this Cardinals season?9:45 - Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 26, 20242h 7m

Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber

Kerbs joins Randy & Brooke to talk about how his experience with the NHL informs his current anger about the issue with time-wasting and embellishment with the MLS, Jordan Kyrou's play being a great example of the Blues at large, the importance in tonight's game against VGK & how much tonight will shift on the health of Petro.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 25, 202411 min

The Opening Drive - March 25th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Weekend Wrapup -- CITY with another draw -- Blues get a big win & host VGK for the biggest game of the season -- An Un-Mad week in the tournament7:15 - Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - The Cardinals have pretty much nailed down their roster and announced their rotation for the first road trip. -- What do you think? Is this a playoff contender?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: Tonight is without question the Blues’ biggest game of the season. If they lose, they’re pretty much done. But if they win, are they going to make the playoffs? 8:15 - KerbSide w/ Chris Kerber breaking down a big win for the Blues, a VGK matchup that could decide the season & why the CITY game is actually the one he wants to talk about...8:30 - The Fight8:45 - The Cardinals finished Grapefruit League play at 11-12, finishing 23rd in runs and 24th in batting average and OPS. 17th in ERA. Did you see anything that you LIKED?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - When a team plays like DC United did the other night, trying to NOT play so the opposition doesn’t have a chance, is that a problem for MLS? Should there be a delay of game penalty?9:30 - It’s March 25th. On February 19th, Desiree Reed-Francois accepted the Arizona Athletic Director job. At this time of year, after the basketball team went winless in the SEC, and the football program heads into the second transfer portal--and NIL--window, why is Mizzou dawdling in hiring someone new?9:45 - Rocc & RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 25, 20242h 9m

St. Louis Blues Center Robert Thomas

Robert joins the show live from Minnesota following a snow storm and a big win in Ottawa, what he saw from Kyrou's big 3-point game, their mindset as they chase the playoffs, how he keeps things one-game-at-a-time as opposed to checking the standings after every game, what his daily routine is to get him ready for the next game during an off-day, he gives his quick approval of "The Neighbourhood" nickname for the crease area, how getting a puck from John Tavares when he was young was so important to him and how he tries to make a point of it to pass the game to the next generation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 22, 20247 min

MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger

Greg joins the show to talk about the perils of having to walk up so damn early (unless its for a tee-time...), how the Ohtani-adjacent scandal is going to effect Shohei is a real way, his biggest takeaway from the Cardinals spring training developments, why he has Thompson a notch below as a start but why crafty lefties are always useful, why he thinks the Marmol move is a "brilliant move", why going on in--conviction--is so important and Mike Shildt as the glue that will keep the Padres mojo going.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 22, 202415 min

Blues analyst Joey Vitale

Joey V joins the show to talk about his recent conversation with Nick Leddy before he gets to play his 1,000th game in his hometown, a very long tangent about lakes, rivers and how...pristine they can be, how Kyrou showed his game against the Senators, how important confidence can be for a young player who's been struggling, why the Sadd/Buch pairing for Kyrou worked so well, how the Blues upcoming schedule lays out for them to make a playoff run, why Monday vs. VGK is the crux of the entire season but why they can't overlook the Wild on Saturday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 22, 202412 min

Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing

Jay joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about Jon Rahm's admission about his PGA-watching habits, if Scheffler's run will start to look like a Tiger-like run, the worst lip-out of Jay's career, what his Master's menu would be, how comment sports psychologist are becoming in golf & the sad truth behind the Saudi's successful sports washing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 22, 202412 min

The Opening Drive - March 22nd, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Blues-5 Senators-2 -- Just how close can they get to VGK? -- Is the 11-over-6 the new 12-over-5?7:15 - Can CITY get all three points with Lowen & Parker out again?7:30 - Former PGA pro Jay Delsing on the slow return of the PGA Tour's best golfers7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: We are less than a week away from the Cardinals opening the season. Are you satisfied with where they are?8:15 - View from Vitale: Blues analyst Joey Vitale on how the Blues can outlast this final stretch8:30 - The Fight8:45 - MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger talks Marmol extension, the view of the Cardinals nationally & why this scandal will effect Ohtani9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - St. Louis Blues C Robert Thomas on a big win in Ottawa, Kyrou's big game & how they view a final stretch that will decide their playoff hopes9:30 - They said WHAT!?9:45 - Rocc & RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 22, 20242h 10m

The Athletic's Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford

JR joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about his articles that are coming up in The Athletic, Zach Dean getting his debut in an area he's played a lot of hockey, how Sunny will get a day off to recharge before being back in the lineup over the weekend, the growth of Jack Neighbours, why "Jakey" is his preferred nickname and a quick approval of the "neighbourhood" nickname for the area around the other team's crease.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 21, 20248 min

STL Battlehawks LB, '23 XFL DPOY Pita Taumoepenu

Pita joins Randy, Brooke & Danny to talk about how camp has gone since joining the Battlehawks, how he wanted to focus on making it to the XFL side of the league following the merger, why the Battlehawks jumped out as his preferred destination, what it was like to grow up as a rugby player in Tonga, converting to a football player when he came to America late in high school, how Coach Becht is raising the bar to an almost-NFL level, why he believes this is the best team in the spring league, being shocked by the fan volume in the stadium when he was here with the Vipers, promising that the defense will bring the heat when the season starts,See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 21, 202410 min

The Opening Drive - March 21st, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Cardinals-13 Nationals-4 -- The Dodgers two newest players are running into some issues on and off the field…7:15 – Sick of it!!!7:30 – Battlehawks LB and 2023 XFL Defensive Player of the Year Pita Taumoepenu talks about why the Battlehawks were the one tea he wanted to join7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: At STLToday.com, Lynn Worthy writes that the Cardinals need to improve their defense in 2024. What needs to happen for it to get better? 8:15 - Zach Dean is going to make his debut tonight in Ottawa, with Oskar Sundqvist getting the healthy scratch to open up his 4th line center role -- Why isn’t an expiring player like Kapanen–and therefore a spot on the 3rd line for a young player–the move?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Are we expecting more quality out of the Cardinal rotation than we should?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset 9:15 - Make a case for your 2024 NCAA Tournament Cinderalla...9:30 - The Athletic’s Jeremy Rutherford on the Zach Dean change & Neighbours growth across this season9:45 – Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 21, 20242h 9m

Blues, NHL Hall of Famer Bernie Federko

Bernie joins Randy, Brooke & Danny to talk about the Blues level of play against the Avs on Tuesday night, how the Avs constant attack/pressure got to the Blues at the end with Buchy's TO, why MacKinnon would be his choice for MVP this season and how the Blues need to get into their "playoff hockey" mindset starting yesterday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 20, 20248 min

The Opening Drive - March 20th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Avalanche-4 Blues-3 -- Buchy & Kyrou have rough moments, but did the Blues show us something? -- Cardinals split squad split their games7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - We've talked a lot about the young players--but are we holding the veterans of the Blues and Cards to a high enough standard>7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Ozzie Smith on the MLB rules changes, how they’ve worked & which ones he wants to throw out8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues, NHL Hall of Famer Bernie Federko breaks down a tough loss but a strong game from the Blues8:30 - The Fight8:45 - What's the best way to evolve the MLB without ruining the game?9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Did the Blues play like a playoff team last night?9:30 - STR: Are any expectations for the Cardinals reasonable…because we just…don’t…know?9:45 - Rocc and RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 20, 20242h 6m

Voice of the Blues, John Kelly

JK joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the Blues run for a Wildcard spot, the parts of the Blues game that clicked across their 4-game streak, Binnington not getting the national credit he deserves for his performance this season, how Kevin Hayes has taken his momentum from the Philly game and been a different player, how Neighbours net-front has changed multiple aspects of the Blues and if theres any chance that we see Snuggy on the Blues this season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 19, 202410 min

Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith

"The Wizard" joins Randy, Danny & Brooke in studio to talk about his latest venture, "Backflip", how he continues to raise money for PGA Reach, what the next steps are for that program, all the different ways you can get kids involved in the game of golf & why that's so important for St. Louis, what it's been like working with Masyn Winn, why he doesn't try to change these young players--just reinforce what has got them to that point, his view of the team from his time in Jupiter this Spring, why 2024 is a "pivotal" year, his conversation with Nolan Arenado about his need to produce this year, the excitement that Victor Scott II brings to the game, seeing a similar confidence in Victor that Vince Coleman had, understanding the need for the pitch clock but not taking away the ability for defenses to use the strategy in shifting, how to engage younger players & fans while still keeping the integrity of the game and Ozzie's case for George Hendricks as a Cardinals Hall of Famer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 19, 202417 min

The Opening Drive - March 19th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Blake Snell signs with the SF Giants, 2-years, $62mm -- Should the Cardinals offer Monty $60mm over 2 years?7:15 - STR: Derrick Goold on the relievers who has gone from out-man-out to a potentially killer in the Cardinals bullpen7:30 - Ozzie Smith *in studio*7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Would the Cardinals be smart to IL Sonny Gray? And make sure he’s as healthy as possible when he DOES start?8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues TV voice John Kelly talks Blues big wins & how they can continue their run8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Sure, the Blues have won four in a row. But are they really in the same league as Colorado, Dallas, Winnipeg…even Vegas?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - If Victor Scott makes the Cardinals, could he be a spark plug? Like Vince Coleman in 1985 or Albert in 2001? Or Elly DeLaCruz for last year’s Reds?9:30 – Football/Futbal Combo: Should we be happy with ¾ road draws to start the season? + The Steelers complete their QB room overhaul9:45 - Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 19, 20242h 8m

Former Blues Kelly Chase, Barret Jackman talk "Puck Cancer"

Kelly Chase joins "The Opening Drive" in studio to talk about the upcoming "Puck Cancer" event coming up with the Blues, his ongoing fight with leukemia, how he keeps a positive mindset when going through it all, trying to create something positive around a something that could only be negative, the reaction around him at that first Blues game, how he's became so familiar with sensing fear in his years as an enforcer, the way that living and becoming connected to STL has helped him create an incredible network, why the current Blues team needs to have the mindset of the spoiler for the rest of the season, Jackman weighs in on the need to get comfortable playing in tight games, how the "individual contractors" problem has become an issue across the whole NHL, how he reacted when he felt that the veterans weren't doing enough for him, questions of effort in the game across the years and how you handle players who are only giving half of what they could and more from Jackman on how leadership permeates & affects the entire roster/locker room.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 18, 202422 min

Post-Dispatch lead Cardinals writer, Derrick Goold

Derrick joins "The Opening Drive" live from Jupiter to talk about the upcoming season previews on STLToday.com, how the injuries have affected training camp, how potential early season struggles to start the season factored into the Cardinals decision on Marmol, the ways that Victor Scott is becoming an impact player in Jupiter, the Cardinals new theory when it comes to running/pushing on the base paths, how the Middleton injury could open the door back up for Andre Pallante and the way that Pallante has changed--and improved--his repertoire.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 18, 202414 min