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The Opening Drive - February 26th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Weekend Wrapup -- STLCity SC-1 Real Salt Lake-1 -- Detroit Red Wings-6 Blues-1 -- The Cardinals are off to a 2-1 start7:15 Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - What young Cardinal impressed you most this weekend?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: Rumors in Canada indicate that the Senators might be listening to offers for Brady Tkachuk. If you’re the Blues, what would you give up for him?8:15 - Kerside w/ Chris Kerber breaking down the latest big NHL trade rumor...8:30 - The Fight8:45 - On MLB Network Radio, Adam Wainwright explained last season’s Cardinals disaster. Does it feel like a one-off? Or is it fair to put it on “the magic didn’t happen?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - What does it say about the Blues that the coach saw fit to bench the two highest paid players for the third period on Saturday?9:30 - Cody Bellinger is back with the Cubs. Does this change your opinion about the N.L. Central?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.

Feb 26, 20242h 6m

St. Louis Blues Center Robert Thomas

Robert joins the show to talk about a big win last night, reacting in-time to the refs announcement last night, his reaction to Binner standing on his head to get the shutout, Kyrou having a big game and being a catalyst with his 2 assists, getting to be a part of a record-setting run of three goals, how the players start starting about the deadline as it gets closer, his first impressions from Zac Bolduc's game, what his rookie lap felt like, why you let the rookie enjoy his first game without any interference, his mother's cookies being the best & why he'll always pick a steak from his dad.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 23, 202410 min

Blues analyst Joey Vitale

Joey joins the show to elaborate on a story we all definitely needed to hear more about, how pouring concrete over the summer months prepared him for hockey in a different way than hours of stick work would have, why Kyrou's game against the Islanders jumps out, Binnington standing on his head for the shutout, the importance of the upcoming stretch with their road trips before the deadline and this being--clearly--the most important 9-game stretch of the season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 23, 202412 min

Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing

Jay joins the show live from Mexico to break down his expectations for Tiger going forward after his performance last weekend. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 23, 202412 min

The Opening Drive - February 23rd, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Blues-4 Islanders-0 -- Hattrick for Buchy -- Cardinals are asking some familiar questions...7:15 - Which Cardinals under 30 are capable of being Cardinal Hall of Famers?7:30 - Former PGA Tour Pro Jay Delsing on his expectations for Tiger going forward7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: Jim Bowden has Oli #2 on managerial hot seat ranking. Are you buying?8:15 - View from Vitale: Joey Vitale breaks down the most important player from a big 4-0 win (and you wouldn't expect this one...)8:30 - The Fight8:45 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:00 - St. Louis Blues C Robert Thomas breaks down a big win & his favorite foods from his parents9:15 - CITY has their second opening game in 4 days, opening the MLS season at home against CITYPARK vs. Real Salt Lake + Lutz Pfannenstiel agreed to a one-year contract extension with the club while turning down multiple attempts to pull him away9:30 - 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.

Feb 23, 20242h 6m

STL Battlehawks HC Anthony Becht

Coach Becht joins the show to talk about the additions to his coaching staff, the importance of chemistry within your staff, what it means to have McCarron returning, his expectations for this season, the boom in ticket sales not just in STL but across the league, wanting to "shatter" attendance records in Week 2, the parts on the roster that he's the most excited about, why the championship game being hosted in STL would be so special, how that goal of a home-town championship appearance has already materialized and what he feels he brings to the team on the sideline.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 22, 202415 min

The Athletic's Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford

JR joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the current rumors and conversation he's heard about the chances that Buchnevich gets moved at the deadline, why he could see them standing pat, why he could see them making a mid-line move, why Bolduc's parents won't be at the rink for his debut (but will be watching!) and the new things we will learn about Robert Thomas from JR's upcoming piece.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 22, 20249 min

MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger

Greg joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about the big reveal last night of the Top 10 players in MLB on MLB Network, why certain players fell out or made big jumps, how the list is decided via projection vs. production, why the voice of the fans could force some changes from the league, why Jordan Walker is his easy answer for the Cardinal he wants to watch the most, wanting to see Manfred announce two more MLB teams before he retires & what Amsinger's go to snack would be.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 22, 202417 min

The Opening Drive - February 22nd, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Blues host islanders tonight @ 7PM -- Rough night for the Illini... -- Which Cardinal are you most excited about watching play this year?7:15 – Sick of it!!!7:30 – MLB Network’s Greg Amsinger on the future of the Boras 4 & the explanation for MLB Network's Top 107:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: Which Cardinal are you most excited about watching play this year? 8:15 - Jeremy Rutherford breaks down the chances that Buch could be changed8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Battlehawks HC Anthony Becht on his new staff & preparing for this season9:00 - Rush Hour Reset 9:15 - Who is the face of STL sports right now?9:30 - If the Blues remain in the playoff hunt by the trade deadline, are you OK with them standing pat?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.

Feb 22, 20242h 6m

Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers

Jamie joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about what Patrick Roy brings to the Islanders as a coach, what Zachary Bolduc could bring to the Blues lineup, what he thinks of the Blues options coming up at the deadline and why the biggest questions comes down to what the Blues could get if they decided to sell at all.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 21, 202412 min

The Opening Drive - February 21st, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - CONCACAF Champions Cup -- STL City SC-2 Houston Dynamo-1 -- #1 UCONN has their 12-game winning streak snapped7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - Rob Manfred announced that he’s going to retire in 2029. What would you like to see happen with baseball before he does?8:00 - Fresh Take - If you could change one outcome in the history of sports, what would it be?8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers on why Blues non-action at the deadline shouldn't be a ref flag8:30 - The Fight8:45 - College football approved a 5-7 format for the CFP. Is this the best way for them to go?9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:15 – If you could change one outcome in the history of sports, what would it be? 9:30 - The Cardinals have a large group of young players, but none of them make The Athletic’s all-under-25 team. 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.

Feb 21, 20242h 8m

MLB.com Cardinals insider John Denton

John joins Randy, Danny & Brooke from the sidelines of Cardinals Spring Training to talk about why Sonny Gray continues to impress everyone in Jupiter, his leadership jumping out to everyone as they watch, if he thinks a Goldy extension is coming, why Helsley could also be an extension candidate, why this all comes back to the question around Jordan Walker & what the Cardinals should do and where the biggest position battles are at 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.

Feb 20, 202412 min

STL CITY SC President, GM Diego Gigliani

Diego joins the show to highlight the important factors from the preseason, why the players meshing is more important than the game results, his initial reaction when he got a chance to see a game at CITYPARK for the first time, the aspects of his experience with Man City and other clubs around the world that he's brought to STL over the last year, why Tuesday's game is going to be such a special match, why this tournament is so important and his relationship with Lutz in building this team day-by-day.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 20, 20247 min

Voice of the Blues, John Kelly

JK breaks down the loss against the matinee loss to the Maple Leafs, failing to take advantage a weakened Toronto defense in 5v5 play, what jumps out to him the most about Bannister's coaching style, why he expects the deadline to be a little more crazy and why parity across the league being the biggest factor this season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 20, 20248 min

The Opening Drive - February 20th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Blues disappoint in their matinee vs. Toronto -- Mizzou AD Desiree Reed-Francois leaves for Arizona -- St. Louis vs. Houston CONCACAF Champions Cup Round 17:15 - If the Cardinals are going to have A leader, who do you think it will be?7:30 - City opens up their season tonight at City Park vs. Houston. City is picked anywhere from 3rd to 10th in the west. Have you expectations changed since the end of a special first season?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Desiree Reed-Francois left Mizzou to become the AD at Arizona. The Wildcat athletic department just moved to the Big XII and faces a $177 MM deficit. What’s up at Mizzou?8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues TV voice John Kelly on a disappointing performance against Toronto8:30 - The Fight8:45 - What if Masyn Winn isn’t ready? Who’s the Cardinals shortstop?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset -- With Spring Training having started, four Scott Boras clients…Matt Chapman, Cody Bellinger, Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery…are still unsigned. With teams facing budget shortfalls because of TV, Has Boras overplayed his hand?9:15 - City SC President/GM Diego Gigliani on how he's brought world-wide experience to CITY SC9:30 – John Denton, MLB.com Cardinals writer joins the show to talk about the recent conversation around leadership & Sonny Gray's early impressions9:45 - Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 20, 20242h 7m

Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber

Kerbs doesn't want to talk about that debacle on Saturday so we talk some Presidential history before getting back on topic and breaking down a bad loss against the Predators, what he saw from an uninspired performance, how the Blues squandered a good situation, the new problems the Blues are dealing with over their last three losses, the forward's backchecking becoming a big topic and how Kessell has solidified his spot as a Top 6 D.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 19, 20249 min

The Opening Drive - February 19th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Weekend Wrapup -- Predators-4 Blues-1 -- Blues back at noon today -- Illini keep winning, everyone else doesn't...7:15 Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - Could Zack Thompson NOT be on the Cardinals roster on opening day?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: Nolan Arenado told Bally Sports’ Jim Hayes that he’s kind of a leader, but leads by example, not vocally. Should we expect a player to be something that he’s not, just because he’s a highly paid veteran?8:15 - Kerbside w/ Chris Kerber reluctantly breaking down what went wrong for the Blues vs. Nashville8:30 - The Fight8:45 - The Giants fully expect Jordan Hicks to be a leader in their rotation this season. After what happened with Cabrera and Montgomery last year, if Hicks succeeds in San Francisco, is that a red flag?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - This is a question we’ve asked a lot this year, but what’s your comfort level with the Blues being able to make the playoffs?9:30 - Does the PGA tour have a juice problem? Last week, LIV had DJ, Rahm and Bryson on the leaderboard on Sunday. With Tiger ailing and McIlroy’s game struggling, how much could the tour use those guys?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.

Feb 19, 20242h 9m

Blues analyst Joey Vitale

Joey V talks about the retirement of his legendary high school coach at CBC, how the coaching he got there set him up for the rest of his career, the big position change and what he takes away looking back on it now, some incredible stories on parenthood as Joey continues to learn on the fly and the importance of "good soldiers" in the Blues big win over the Oilers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 16, 202412 min

STL CITY SC Chief Experience Officer Matt Sebek

Matt joins the show in studio to reveal the new CITY away kits, talk about what went into the creation, how the "confluence" is the whole message, not wanting to rest on their laurels after a successful first season, all the aspects of the game-day experience that they are looking to refine & perfect going into season two & how to get ready as events & season starts right now!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 16, 20248 min

St. Louis Blues Center Robert Thomas

Robert joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about the big win over the Oilers, how they let the game get out to a track meet before reeling it in, how they were able to press their game and take over in the 2nd period, Jordon Binnington & Colton Parayko both deserving more national attention--but why the room doesn't focus on those things and how he focuses in on big matchups against other young stars like McDavid. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 16, 20247 min

Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing

Jay joins "The Opening Drive" to break down his thoughts on the first edition of the Sun Day Red line & take a look at Tiger's opening round. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 16, 20249 min

The Opening Drive - February 16th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Blues-6 Oilers-3 -- Iowa’s Caitlyn Clark becomes NCAA Women’s all time leading scorer -- Incarnate Word set Missouri all-time record with their 124th straight in a 75-32 last night7:15 - The Athletic’s Jim Bowden’s pre-season MLB power rankings are out…Do you agree with his ranking for the Cardinals?7:30 - Former PGA Tour Pro Jay Delsing on Tiger's opening round7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: Right now, which franchise in major league baseball is THE model franchise?8:15 - The Fight8:30 - St. Louis Blues C Robert Thomas breaks down his big game against McDavid & the Oilers8:45 - Matt Sebek, St. Louis City SC, in studio reveals the new CITY away jerseys9:00 - The View from Vitale: Blues analyst Joey Vitale talks parenthood & the Blues reaching a new level9:15 - Rush Hour Reset9:30 - 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.

Feb 16, 20242h 8m

Incarnate Word Basketball HC Dan Rolfes

Coach Rolfes joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about Incarnate Word going for a record 124th straight victory tonight, how they maintain the same standard across multiple classes of players & the future success of the current players as many are already off to D1 schools. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 15, 20248 min

The Athletic's Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford

JR joins the show to talk about the overwhelming importance and impact of sports, what it means around the NHL when a guy like Jarmo loses his job, if he's hearing anything on the Blues head coaching "search" and the confidence from the Blues players starting to shift.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 15, 202410 min

Blues, NHL Hall of Famer Bernie Federko

Bernie joins the show to break down a disappointing effort again Toronto, the positives he took away from the wins over the weekend before that, the growth he's seen from Robert Thomas every time he steps onto the ice, the way that this 6-man group has stepped on the blue line, the team benefitting from the constant energy the fourth line creates, Kessell playing a simplified & effective style of game and Patrick Roy again showing the hardest thing for great players-turned-coaches.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 15, 20249 min

MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger

Greg joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about his Spring Training preparations, some pieces of advice all men could use in 2024, why teams are wary of the currently available FA starting pitchers, will a healthy 2024 season from Jordan Walker put him into the Top 100 list, why he thinks the Cardinals are a shoe-in for the playoffs, having confidence in the Cardinals new additions to the rotation and doubles-down on the Cardinals-win-90 prediction.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 15, 202417 min

The Opening Drive - February 15th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Blues vs Oilers tonight @ 7PM -- Can you imagine being one possession from winning a Super Bowl and then getting fired? -- Mo's comments from Jupiter7:15 – Sick of it!!!7:30 – MLB Network’s Greg Amsinger doubles-down on his Cardinals prediction7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: Is the Yadi situation starting off on the wrong foot?8:15 - Hall of Famer Bernie Federko on what to takeaways from Toronto but what to look forward to before the deadline8:30 - The Fight8:45 - More women than ever watched the Super Bowl. Is this more than just the Swift effect?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - The Athletic's Jeremy Rutherford on the future for the Blues d-man group & Matthew Kessell9:30 - Incarnate Word Bball HC Dan Rolfes breaks down how Incarnate Word continues to build year after year as they go for another record tonight9:45 – Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 15, 20242h 8m

Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers

Jamie joins the show after a late return to STL to talk about his best advice for Valentines Day, watching a flat team come out against the Maple Leafs, Jamie and & Randy run their algorithms to project the Blues playoff chances and why he thinks the team--despite this game--is still improving and on their way up.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 14, 20249 min

The Opening Drive - February 14th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Blues-1 Maple Leafs-4 -- Two big pieces of news for the new CFP7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - Randy’s Pay Attention to your heart story 7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take - MLB.com lists their favorites and Dark Horses for the Cy Young award. Which Cardinal do you think is a dark horse for Cy Young consideration?8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers breaks down a Blues game where the team didn't show up8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Ten of the top 25 in ESPN’s way too early rankings are from the SEC. Is this conference REALLY that good?9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Adam Schefter reports that the Bears might keep Justin Fields, AND draft Caleb Williams. How stupid would this be?9:30 - A record 67.8 million American adults bet a combined $23.1 billion on the matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers, the American Gaming Association said--What is the overall impact of gambling?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.

Feb 14, 20242h 9m

Voice of the Blues, John Kelly

JK joins the show to talk about Krug's big game, the Blues hitting the ground running post-break, how Toropchenko helps set the tone and has continued to improve his game, how much the next few games will dictate any potential decisions as the deadline approaches & why calling a game in Toronto is always so special.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 13, 20249 min

The Opening Drive - February 13th, 2024

Watch our full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Rundown -- Blues at Toronto tonight -- Is there anything stopping the NFL?7:15 - What Cardinal player could force his way into an important role with a good spring training? And, whither Andre Pallante? Memphis rotation?7:30 - We know Patrick Mahomes is the face of the NFL. In basketball, it’s LeBron. Who is the current face of baseball?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: What team has the best chance to dethrone the Chiefs and win the Super Bowl next season?8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues TV voice John Kelly on the biggest takeaways from the Blues big weekend8:30 - The Fight8:45 - What sport should get what non-sports star, like Taylor Swift is involved in the NFL? Hockey had Carrie Underwood (Mike Fisher) and Elisha Cuthbert (Dion Phaneuf). Baseball had Mariah Carey with Jeter. Which team needs which female celebrity to increase it’s Q rating? 9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - The Chiefs have a ton of free agents this off-season. Jones, Sneed, Willie Gay, Donovan Smith, Edwards-Helaire, McKinnon, Drew Tranquill, Mike Edwards, Hardman, etc. Is there a way to derail them as long as they have Mahomes?9:30 – Is Valentine’s Day contrived? Is it worth it for the man? And what are Brooke’s main pieces of advice for guys for Valentines Day?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.

Feb 13, 20242h 7m

Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber

Kerbs joins the show to talk about watching the Super Bowl in Montreal, why kickers are the most underrated player on a team, his takeaways from the Blues wins over the weekend, the still needing to consistently show that killer mentality, how the chemistry on the team has begun to change and the mystery of the Blues struggles against the Eastern Conference.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 12, 202413 min

The Opening Drive - February 12th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Weekend Wrapup: Kansas City Chiefs-25 San Francisco 49ers-22 (OT) -- Blues go 2-0 coming back from the break7:15 - Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - Four Downs from the Super Bowl7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: What does this win mean for the Chiefs?8:15 - KerbSide: Chris Kerber breaks down the big takeaways from the Blues 2-0 post-break weekend8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Pitchers and catchers report for the Cardinals tomorrow. Is there a best-case scenario for this spring for them? Health? Surprises? Winning? Does it matter?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET - Favorite Super Bowl commercials9:15 - Was Kyle Shanahan's biggest mistake taking the ball to start the OT? Or the lack of running the ball (AGAIN)?9:30 - Two power-four head football coaches, Jeff Hafley of Boston College and Chip Kelly of UCLA, have left to become coordinators. What does this tell you about the state of college football?9:45 - Jim Onder, Onder Law, talks about their Super Bowl commercialsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 12, 20242h 11m

St. Louis Blues Center Robert Thomas

Robert joined "The Opening Drive" to talk about his experience at the All-Star Game in Toronto, how special it was to share those moments with his family, getting to meet Justin Bieber, Will Arnett being his favorite celeb that he got to meet, his excitement to play in another classic & getting to play in a bucket list event like a game in Wrigley, why he's taking buffalo chicken dip for his favorite Super Bowl food and how he's not ashamed that he's a huge bandwagon Chiefs fan.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 9, 20247 min

Blues analyst Joey Vitale

Joey V joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about his favorite foods at the Super Bowl party, the in-home Vitale bet for the game, how the next 10-14 games will dictate the rest of the season, the odd scheduling for the Blues, if he agrees with the new policy to weigh passengers just like luggage and if Joey is planning on getting some wings while in Buffalo.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 9, 202411 min

Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing

Jay joins the show to talk about this weekend's Waste Management, more news from Tiger on the tour, and his 16th hole at the WM hole-in-one story--including a number of lippy fans...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 9, 202410 min

Former STL Ram QB Marc Bulger

Marc joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about the recent comparisons to this 49ers team and the GSOT, why you can never count out Mahomes, how he would handle being an NFL coach today's climate, what makes Mike Martz one of the most underrated coaches, the importance of Torry Holt to Marc's career, how it felt getting thrown in to the fire with a star-studded roster & high expectations, coming up with Kurt, the unexpected moment he realized Jared Allen was a better curler than him and why he's picking the Niners to win. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 9, 202415 min

The Opening Drive - February 9th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Torry Holt denied again from the Hall of Fame -- NFL Awards last night7:15 - Former STL Rams QB Marc Bulger on why he has the Niners in still years Super Bowl & how he got started with curling7:30 - Former PGA Tour Pro Jay Delsing gets ready for the Waste Management...7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - The View from Vitale: Blues analyst Joey Vitale on why the first 10 games after the break will define the Blues season8:15 - Fresh Take: PROP BETS! But like...fun, goofy ones8:30 - St. Louis Blues C Robert Thomas talks about his favorites from All-Star break and why he likes afternoon games8:45 - The Fight9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - When the Cardinals have their first on field workout next Wednesday, what’s the main thing you want to hear to make you feel good about them?9:30 - Former NFL exec and author Michael Lombardi on the recent Hall of Fame results & breaking down the NFL in his newest book9:45 - Rocc & RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 9, 20242h 7m

NFL reporter, Hall of Fame voter Howard Balzer

H-man joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about the positive vibe around the Torry Holt discussions in the room this year, constantly updating and adapting the presentation for Torry, the reports on the supposed leak and how the wide receiver argument continues to be the toughest in the room. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 8, 202413 min

STL CITY SC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel

Lutz joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about CITY's preseason success so far, how they shored up the big needs with the trio of moves for Durkin, Totland & Dyhr, how Lutz has been hunting to sign Totland from the get, the importance of getting young players with a high ceiling, what they can take away from the upcoming match against Red Bull, the importance of CITY competing in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, the players he's wanting to see take a jump this next season and why he gets emotional about the recent UPSL Finals appearance for CITY academy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 8, 20249 min

The Athletic's Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford

JR joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about his origins in journalism and why he's been in STL for so long, the players he'll have his eye on in the first practices back from the All-Star break and the big questions that still could be answers about certain Blues position battles. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 8, 20248 min

St. Louis Blues President Chris Zimmerman

Chris joins "The Opening Drive" to officially announce the next Winter Classic game in Chicago, how the background discussions happen to get to this situation & all the extra events that the NHL will have in connection with the Winter Classic. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 8, 20249 min

MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger

Greg joins the show a little early to talk about why he's taking the Cardinals PECOTA projections to win the NL Central, why he has the Cardinals down for "90 wins, easy", the Reds being the wildcard in the division with potential to make a jump, the price tags that are holding up the rest of the starting pitcher market, MLB is going to end up in Vegas by hook or by crook, the potential contract Walker could sign and why it might be too late for the Cardinals to get him on a Bobby Witt-style deal.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 8, 202414 min

The Opening Drive - February 8th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Saint Louis-102 LaSalle-84 -- History for Saint Louis -- Texas A&M-79 Missouri-607:15 – Sick of it!!!7:30 – MLB Network’s Greg Amsinger predicts 90+ wins for the 2024 Cardinals7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: If you could pick a year for the Cardinals to have been on a baseball version of Hard Knocks, what would it be?8:15 - Blues President Chris Zimmerman officially announces the Blues vs Blackhawks Winter Classic8:30 - The Fight8:45 - The Athletic's Jeremy Rutherford on which players he's watching out of the gate in the 2nd half9:00 - STLCitySC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel talks preseason, new signings and why the Champions Cup is so important9:15 - They said WHAT?!9:30 - Howard Balzer breaks down the Hall of Fame voting process for the NFL9:45 – Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 8, 20242h 10m

NFL Hall of Famer Aeneas Williams

Aeneas joins the show to talk about the recent Jim Thorpe/Aeneas Williams award being handed out last night, his biggest factors in picking the Chiefs over the Niners in Sunday's matchup, the biggest things that teams need to focus on during the week leading up to the Super Bowl, the way that Spags continues to prove his talent as a DC, how he utilizes his HOF gold jacket at home and how to make sure you have a better day today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 7, 202410 min

The Athletic's Cardinals insider Katie Woo

Katie joins the show to talk about her poor planning for the Super Bowl as a 49ers fan, why the fan survey was so interesting to conduct going into this season, what was the most surprising answer from the poll, diving into the way that Mo's approval changes depending on the window of time you look at, the current trends of the franchise and everyone needing to wait just a little while longer to yell at her...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 7, 202413 min

St. Louis Cardinals CF Tommy Edman

Tommy joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about his domination of the BLI Fantasy Football League, planning for his second career as a fantasy player, an update on his recovery from wrist surgery, why the surgery came as a little bit of a surprise, how his preparations changed with the switch from middle infield to centerfield, how he understand his physical talents at the position and how to compensate for his arm strength, that he's preparing to play all CF but is staying ready in the other spots, how he picks and chooses when he goes right-on-right, his growing excitement for this upcoming season, his unique excitement as a combination Chargers-Michigan fan and how the 2-year extension lets him go into the season with a completely different mindset.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 7, 202414 min

The Opening Drive - February 7th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - PECOTA projections are out -- Las Vegas mayor says A’s should try to stay in Oakland -- Cable is back, but now its streaming!7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - When Scott Boras doesn’t sign players until the last minute, does that do the players a disservice?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Cardinals CF Tommy Edman talks about his recovery, offseason prep & how he approaches right-on-right matchups at the plate8:15 - FRESH TAKE: If the Blues ARE to make the playoffs, which player needs to step up and play to his expected level?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - The Athletic's Katie Woo breaks down the results from her fan survey9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Has the Winter Classic run its course? This will be the second at Wrigley Field. Is there a better idea for the NHL?9:30 - The Eagles will open next season in Sao Paolo, Brazil. With the league taking more and more games from U.S. fan bases, are they running the risk of alienating the American fans that buy tickets?9:45 - Hall of Famer Aeneas Williams on why he has the Chiefs winning SBLVIIISee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 7, 20242h 5m

Super Bowl Champion HC Dick Vermeil

Coach Vermeil joins the show to talk about how the difference in schedule was a big factor between his Super Bowl with the Rams & Eagles, why he's putting Andy Reid right up next to Belichick in the all-time coaching rankings, how the growth of offenses and Reid's flexibility is so impressive, the similarities he sees between the GSOT Rams and this years 49ers team, his breakdown of Brock Purdy's strength and weaknesses, why he doesn't think he's up to Warner's level as a pure passer, the way that Warner would dominate is different than Mahomes, why it's just a matter of time for Torry Holt, feeling sorry for the coaches of today because of the rule changes and his advise for the younger coaches.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 6, 202416 min

Voice of the Blues, John Kelly

JK on the Blues first-half MVP, the tricky part of the deadline discussion, why he doubts a playoff team would sell at the deadline and how the discussions can change throughout February.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 6, 20247 min