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The Opening Drive - February 6th, 2024

Watch for the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - UFL Championship to be in STL -- The turf might not be ready -- a big deal on the other side of the state7:15 - Joe Buck’s take on how the Blues should sell. Sure, they aren’t going to win a Cup this year. So, should they trade Sunny, Scandella, Blais, Kapanen and/or Buchnevich (signed through next year)? 7:30 - Jason Kelce says NFL television partners would be foolish to NOT show Taylor Swift. Do you agree?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Ben Fred’s piece on the Cardinals possibly re-uniting with Jordan Montgomery. Is that a good move, and why?8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues TV voice John Kelly on his 1st-half Blues MVP8:30 - The Fight8:45 - If you could take lessons at something for a year, and become great (for a non-pro) what endeavor would you choose?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Former Rams, Chiefs HC Dick Vermeil breaks down his thoughts on the SBLVIII matchup and the biggest similarities and difference in Purdy versus Warner9:30 – Does Goodell see a PPV Super Bowl in the NFL's near future?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 6, 20242h 8m

Hall of Fame broadcaster Joe Buck

Joe joins Randy & Brooke to talk about the way that pitching has changed in baseball over the last two decades, Randy's refusal to step foot inside SoFi stadium, if he's surprised we're getting this matchup after calling these teams multiple times across the season, how Mahomes changes every conversation, his personal accounts of both Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift, why he's such a big Brock Purdy fan, why he misses being "The Cardinals Guy", believing that the Blues would be better off if they sold at the deadline and why Joe is disappointed by his own obsession of golf.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 5, 202421 min

Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber

Kerbs joins Randy & Brooke to talk about what gets lost in translation during the All-Star Game, the biggest problems rebuilding teams make, the way that teams fail to go from good to great & why you should stop reading any post that talks about a Colton Parayko trade.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 5, 202414 min

The Opening Drive - February 5th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Weekend Wrapup -- SLU & Mizzou continue a rough stretch, Illinois keep winning -- And, oh, so much else...7:15 - Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has moved his Super Bowl press conference from Friday to Monday, before most media shows up at the Super Bowl site, and the press conference is an invitation only event. Does he REALLY need to be worried about what he’s going to be asked?)7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: Mookie Betts says the Dodgers are going to be everyone else’s World Series. Is he right? Or might teams prefer to beat the ACTUAL World Champions? And is that good or bad for the Dodgers and MLB?8:15 - Chris Kerber talks about the NHL All-Star Game & the biggest thing that stops teams from going good-to-great8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Marmol says he's excited for Spring Training after the recent pitching signings--do the moves have you feeling the same way?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET 9:15 - Hall of Famer Joe Buck joins the show to talk about the Cardinals, the SB matchups & the his own disapproval of his golf obsession9:30 - Spags is putting respect on Purdy's name--will everyone else around the NFL do the same?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 5, 20242h 10m

Blues analyst Joey Vitale

Our 101 ESPN Blues color commentator Joey Vitale delves into soaking up the sunshine during the team's All-Star Break.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 2, 20249 min

Former PGA pro Jay Delsing

Jay Delsing goes around the course with Randy Karraker, Brooke Grimsley and Dan McLaughlin as the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am wages on in California.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 2, 202410 min

The Opening Drive - February 2nd, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Cardinals, Middleton strike deal7:15 – NCAA vs. NIL7:30 – Jay Delsing7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: St. Louis completes bullpen makeover8:15 - Joey Vitale8:30 - The Fight8:45 - They said WHAT???9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - NFL News and Notes9:30 - Andrew Kittredge9:45 – Reaction to Kittredge's commentsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 2, 20242h 10m

Cardinals RP Andrew Kittredge

New Cardinals reliever Andrew Kittredge gets welcomed to St. Louis by Randy Karraker, Brooke Grimsley and Dan McLaughlin.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 2, 202414 min

Wes Edwards, STL Sports Hall of Fame

Wes joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about the upcoming Hall of Fame inductions and to surprise STL with a special announcement...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 1, 20247 min

The Athletic's Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford

JR joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the changes to this years NHL Skills Competition, the snubbing of Robert Thomas from the passing competition, whether or not the Salt Lake City idea has any potential in the near future, how the Blues currently stand heading towards the deadline, whether or not they could be legit buyers for a piece and if a downturn could lead to for certain trades & contracts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 1, 202410 min

MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger

Greg Amsinger joins Randy, Brooke & Danny to talk about MLB stepping up to help replace the Jackie Robinson statue, whether or not the A's move to Vegas is truly in danger, why seeing a name like Cal Ripkin tied to the new group will give the fans some security and excitement, the three relievers he believes the Cardinals will be choosing from, why he's supporting any former White Sox going into the season with a new team and Greg's unfair working conditions in the baking heat of Arizona...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 1, 202414 min

The Opening Drive - February 1st, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Why are certain young OCs staying instead of making the jump to HC?7:15 – Sick of it!!!7:30 – MLB Network’s Greg Amsinger on the trio of relivers he wants the Cardinals to pick between7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: Tennessee and Virginia file lawsuits against the NCAA. What will the impact of those be? 8:15 - Wes Edwards from St. Louis Sports Hall of Fame calls in to surprise Randy with the announcement that he's being inducted into the STL Sports Hall of Fame8:30 - The Fight8:45 - The PGA tour came to a $3BB deal with private equity. Did they stave off a hostile takeover by PIF?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - Jeremy Rutherford on Robert Thomas being snubbed from the All-Star Skills Competitions9:30 - New STL Hall of Famer Randy Karraker breaks down his career timeline9:45 – 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 1, 20242h 10m

St. Louis Blues All-Star C Robert Thomas

Robert joins the show to talk about what he's looking forward to the most for the week, the frustrating feelings from that loss to CBJ, the players he's most excited to interact with, what the call was like to tell his parents about his all-star selection, how the goalies carried them through the 5-game winning streak, Binnington stirring the pot--in a fun way--in the locker room, how the break can rejuvenate you, his post-ASG plans for the break and which of the NHL skills competitions he thinks he could win. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 31, 20249 min

Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers

Jamie joins Danny, Randy & Brooke to talk about an extremely rough game for the Blues against the Blue Jackets, going into the break without the same momentum, whether we say a lethargic or disjointed group, the few players who did stand out during that game and how this game might've showed the markup of this team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 31, 20247 min

The Opening Drive - January 31st, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – A completely uninteresting Blues game -- Another rough game for Saint Louis -- Does the price of the Orioles sale surprise you?7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - The Blues have ten days off before their next game. Is that a good thing (getting healthy/rested), or a bad thing? (losing the momentum built up over the last couple of weeks?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - FRESH TAKE: What’s our Cardinal lineup? And what’s the fallout from those that AREN’T in it?8:15 - Blues Booth: Jamie Rivers on a rough game from the Blues, plans for the breaks8:30 - The Fight8:45 - What’s YOUR Cardinal lineup? How do you balance the potential of Walker & Gorman and this spot in the lineup?9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Blues All-Star C Robert Thomas talks about a rough game, his original plan for the ASG & hitting the ground running for the second half9:30 - Tom Brady is going to join FOX as their lead analyst next season. Will his presence cause anyone to tune in that ordinarily wouldn’t have? And how are the top guys now? Greg Olson on FOX, Tony Romo on CBS, Cris Collinsworth on NBC, Troy Aikman on ESPN and Kirk Herbstreit on Amazon?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.

Jan 31, 20242h 11m

Super Bowl Champion, Former STL Ram Mike Jones

Mike Jones joins the show to talk about his memories from 24 year ago today, how he never gets sick of hearing the final play call, how tired that whole defense throughout the 4th quarter, how he can see fans coming up to him from a mile away, why he thinks Torry is going to get into the HOF ASAP and why London Fletcher will eventually follow the other GSOT player into Canton.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 30, 20249 min

TV Voice of the Blues, John Kelly

John Kelly joins Randy, Brooke & Danny to break down his two biggest reasons for the Blues recent success, what has changed the most on a powerplay that went from 8% to almost 30%, why consistency is as important as talent, Nathan Walker being an important part of the bottom 6 impacted this team, the way the Blues schedule lines up for the Blues and the difference between day and night games for the players (and the broadcasters).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 30, 20249 min

The Opening Drive - January 30th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Blues last game before the break -- Marmol breaks down the Cardinals analytics -- News from CITY SC Training Camp7:15 - Who’s one player you wish the Cardinals would have gotten this off-season?7:30 - How adorbs was the Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift kiss on the field on Sunday? Cutest thing EVER?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: How do the Cardinals utilize analytics according to Oli Marmol?8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues TV voice John Kelly on the biggest thing that has changed for the Blues to start winning8:30 - The Fight8:45 - What's the real story behind the Ram's departure and Clark Hunt's role around it?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Some people are really getting worked up about this Kansas City stuff...9:30 – Former Rams LB, Super Bowl Champion Mike Jones on his memories of "The Tackle"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.

Jan 30, 20242h 9m

Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber

Kerbs joins Randy & Brooke to break down a Blues team that continues to confuse us--but this time it's a good thing!--how the goaltending continues to give them a chance every night, a big difference between 23% and 8% for a powerplay unit, "Did the powerplay do its job?", the improved play of both Schenn & Buchnevich over the streak, finally getting over the .500 hump & how important this run is before heading into the break & whether or not there should be some worry about rust after the fact.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 29, 20249 min

The Opening Drive - January 29th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Weekend Wrapup -- Championship Sunday -- Blues Pair of 4-3 (OT) Wins7:15 - Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - NFL FOUR DOWNS: Championship Sunday7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: Who had the worst Sunday night? Zay Flowers or Dan Campbell?8:15 - Celebrity Line - Chris Kerber8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Does TON’s explanation of his relationship with Marmol change how you view some of the Cardinals issues from 2023?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET 9:15 - Did the performance–or lack thereof–from players like Lamar & Purdy on Championship Sunday change your opinion?9:30 - Powerplay? Puck Possession? Vets stepping up? We’ve heard a lot of answers to “what is ailing the Blues”--which one is the biggest cause for the 5-game streak?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.

Jan 29, 20242h 11m

St. Louis Blues All-Star C Robert Thomas

Robert correctly chides Randy, Danny & Brooke for starting off with the hard questions, what the team has learned about themselves on the ice the last few big wins, getting to enjoy Big Walt & the Blues Hall of Fame ceremony, how certain French Canadian players stand out from the bunch, why he's not surprised that Neighbours is having such a special season, how quickly Neighbours has gained confidence in his ability, why he expects to see more growth in Jake's game, why Beiber is his top pick for ASG captain (Buble is a close second), why he's taking Binner if he faces off against Beiber & the teams Championship Game plans.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 26, 20248 min

Blues analyst Joey Vitale

Joey joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about his love of clam chowder after his time in Boston, his ideal Championship weekend menu, why coffee is always key no matter what and what the Blues have done over the last 3 games vs. the rest 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.

Jan 26, 202412 min

Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing

Jay joins Randy, Randy & Brooke to talk about why the big-name golfers are staying away from a tournament at Pebble Beach, his reaction to the reported return of Anthony Kim and how TV broadcasting is still keeping LIV back.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 26, 20247 min

The Opening Drive - January 26th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Blues at Kraken tonight -- Is Belichick out of the running for this cycle? What about Vrabel?7:15 - Where is our confidence level in the home favorites to win both Championship games?7:30 - Former PGA Tour Pro Jay Delsing7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: What is your perfect Championship Sunday food spread? Plus, Randy needs some help deciding his Detroit-based food choice! 8:15 - The View from Vitale: Blues radio analyst Joey Vitale talks about food spread & the biggest things he's seen from the Blues the last three wins8:30 - The Fight8:45 - They said WHAT?!?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - Which non-QBs are the bigegst X-factors? Warner & Hutchinson? Andrews & Kelce?9:30 - Blues Center Robert Thomas on the growth of Jake Neighbours & his choice for ASG captain9:45 - Rocc n’ RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 26, 20242h 12m

The Athletic's Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford

JR joins the show to hit us with his impeccable Robert Thomas impression, break down if the Blues can do enough between now & the deadline to be a team that ADDs, what Matt Kessel is showing this team across the last month, the strong play of Parayko & Leddy and how that changes the Blues' potential and the impression he's getting about Bannister's potential future.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 25, 20248 min

Blues, NHL Hall of Famer Bernie Federko

Bernie joins 'The Opening Drive' to talk about the Blues starting to show growth in the powerplay, not wanting to get too excited considering the small sample size, the growth in expectations for Jake Neighbours since the beginning of the year, Colton Parayko taking his game to its optimal level, how important this goal streak is for Brayden Schenn and the NHL having more parity than ever.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 25, 20248 min

MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger

Greg joins Randy, Brooke & Danny to talk about the Hall of Fame show from earlier in the week, Bob Costas putting on a broadcasting masterclass, who the next Cardinals HOFer will be after (AFTER Pujols & Yadi), his biggest questions around this years voting, how playoff success should be factored into the criteria, if he believes that there needs to be changes to the voting process, the one possible baseball (non-leadership) reason for the Matt Carpenter move and his case for Jim Edmonds as a 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.

Jan 25, 202414 min

The Opening Drive - January 25th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Blues get a big OT win -- Local basketball continues to struggle...7:15 – Sick of it!!!7:30 – MLB Network’s Greg Amsinger on this year's HOF voting, the need to change the process & the baseball reasons to sign Matt Carpenter7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: Aside from Yadi and Albert, who’s the next Cardinal to go into the HOF?8:15 - Blues' Booth w/ Bernie Federko breaking down a strong turn for the Blues PP & Bannister's affect on the team8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Harbaugh to the Chargers--how long until the Chargers are legitimate Super Bowl contenders?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - Could Carpenter be a poor-man's version of the Pujols farewell season?9:30 - The Athletic's Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford on whether or not the Blues can get to a point where they "buy" at the deadline9:45 – Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 25, 20242h 12m

The Opening Drive - January 24th, 2024

Watch the full replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Flames-3 Blues-4 -- Texas A&M-63 Missouri-57 -- Beltre, Helton & Mauer elected to Cooperstown7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - David Kohlberg from Callaway breaks down the new golf tech about to be introduced7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - FRESH TAKE: How hot is Oli’s seat? He said he needs to be better, and the team hasn’t initiated extension talks.8:15 - The Blues have a new "best player" on the team--and he's made the jump this season...8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Chiefs-Bills was the most watched NFL divisional game ever, with more than 50 million viewers. Why is the NFL more popular now than ever?9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:15 – What do the Cardinals moves around Marmol this past offseason say about their confidence in his job?9:30 - Listeners weigh in on the current state of Oli Marmol as manager of the Cardinals...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.

Jan 24, 20242h 8m

Former St. Louis Ram, 2x Super Bowl Champion Ricky Proehl

Ricky joins "The Opening Drive" to break down the moments that led to his iconic catch against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, how his special message to his HS coach after that play, what made him so proud to be a part of the Battlehawks returning to St. Louis but why he won't be rejoining Anthony Becht's staff. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 23, 202411 min

Voice of the Blues, John Kelly

JK joins the show from Calgary to talk about the Blues upcoming three game swing in Canada + Seattle, his biggest takeaways from the two very different games against the Capitals, still feelin the impact of his dad's legacy on the game of hockey, the Blues lack of consistent decision-making, how that leads to them passing up too many shots, how they can play a more direct game going forward & Colton Parayko continuing to put together the best regular season of his career.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 23, 20249 min

The Opening Drive - January 23rd, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Blues at Flames tonight -- Edman signs a two-year deal -- Brooke's got a new head coach! (Maybe?)7:15 - Matt Carpenter answers the big question: What will his role be in 2024? 7:30 - It is really the hope that kills you? Does it hurt more to be a Bills, Browns, Vikings or Titans fan?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Lets eulogize the potential end of SI--which cover(s) will you always remember?8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues TV voice John Kelly on how the Blues lack of decisive play is becoming their biggest problem8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Tear Down or Turn up…Which NFL teams need to blow it up and which teams need to make that final push?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Does Nolan Arenado's comments on 'The Athletic' change your mind on the potential locker room leadership problems?9:30 – Former Rams WR, 2x Super Bowl champ Ricky Proehl joins the show on the 24th anniversary of "The Catch" over the Buccaneers9:45 - Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 23, 20242h 10m

Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber

Kerbs breaks down a special night of Saturday to talk about the Blues Hall of Fame ceremony, the incredible stories about Pavol Demitra, his favorite story from the night, the Blues lack of consistency being a sign of their talent, how much the mistakes are holding them back, a lack of growth from the young players and the affect of leadership and Kerbs wanting to see more impact from the veteran players. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 22, 202413 min

The Opening Drive - January 22nd, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Weekend Wrapup -- Wild NFL Divisional Round - Blues big win - Cardinals make a...move?7:15 - Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - NFL FOUR DOWNS: Divisional Round7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: What is the goal is the Matt Carpenter signing?8:15 - KerbSide with Chris Kerber on an incredible Hall of Fame ceremony and a big Blues wins8:30 - The Fight8:45 - What was your favorite game/moment from the NFL divisional weekend. Did a team/player change your mind about them?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET 9:15 - This isn’t a bad move, but it is an objectively HILARIOUS move considering the optics and conversations around the Cardinals the last 18 months...9:30 - Of the LOSING teams in the NFL this weekend, which one has the best future? 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.

Jan 22, 20242h 9m

New Blues Hall of Famer Mike Liut

Mike joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the team they had going in the 80s, what his election to the Blues Hall of Fame means to him, the game that remains his most fond memory in STL, the craziness of the Old Arena, what he's seen from Binnington's growth the last few years, what got him to the agent game following his playing career and why he thinks Susie Mathieu is the most important inductee in tonight's ceremony. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 19, 202414 min

Blues analyst Joey Vitale

Joey joins Randy, Brooke & Danny to talk about where all this cold weather is coming from, the water in STL being top-notch, how the water affects the quality of the bread, why you can't copy your grandmother's cooking and how Bannister is being forced to make more and more lineup changes after the up and down play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 19, 202412 min

Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing

Jay joins the show to talk about Brooke's growing golf game, one of the craziest shots he's ever seen, Bernhard Langer playing in his last Master & his thoughts on Rory's new ideas to help globalize the game of golf. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 19, 202410 min

The Opening Drive - January 19th, 2024

Watch the full replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Apparently the Blues played last night, but you wouldn't know it from the box score...7:15 - Will Jackson get over his divisional round hump? Will the Allen-Mahomes matchup live up to expectations? Can the Lions keep the dream alive?7:30 - Former PGA Tour Pro Jay Delsing on one of the craziest shots he's ever seen & the retirement of Bernhard Langer after the Masters7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: Has the Blues new-coach bump worn off?8:15 - The View from Vitale: Blues radio analyst Joey Vitale on where the cold weather comes from8:30 - The Fight8:45 - WHAT’RE YOU TALKING ABOUT?!9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - JR has Robert Thomas & Colton Parayko as their only two core members. Do you agree with that? Who’s a player should be included in that trade deadline as it approaches. 9:30 - Former Blues G, being enshrined tonight in the HOF, Mike Liut talks about his favorite memories of his Blues time and how he got into the agent game9:45 - Rocc n’ RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 19, 20242h 9m

The Athletic's Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford

JR joins Brooke, Randy & Danny to talk about which Blues player is bringing people into the arena, his anticipation for Big Walt's speech at Friday's ceremony, the five biggest questions facing the Blues right now & what Adam Guadette can bring to the Blues lineup.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 18, 202410 min

Blues, NHL Hall of Famer Bernie Federko

Bernie joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the upcoming Blues Hall of Fame ceremony on Friday, what Adam Guadette can bring to the Blues, what his eye test tells him that Bannister has changed with this team, the mental lapses that continue to lead to bad turnovers, why he's still pessimistic about Ovi's chances of catching Gretzky & why Susy Mathieu was such an incredible asset to the Blues organization.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 18, 20249 min

Sports Business reporter Daniel Kaplan

Daniel joins the show to break down what the new Amazon-Diamond deal will mean for sports broadcasting, why this announcement was such a surprise considering the previous cases, this deal will expand access but will also come with expanded costs, why the deal has stunned MLB, if this stops MLBs long-term plans to become a DTC provider for team broadcasts, Diamond hoping the new leverage can change the current deal for teams like the Cardinals, why this deal doesn't shake up the NHL & NBA rights as much because their deals are year-to-year, the plan for Amazon to build a larger sports streaming business than is currently contractually possible, why teams like the Cardinals are breathing a sigh of relief to this news & how the Peacock-streaming playoff game went for the NFL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 18, 20248 min

MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger

Greg joins Danny, Brooke & Randy to talk about poor dentist etiquette, the surprise deal coming from Amazon & Diamond, what this means for the future of broadcasting in baseball & MLB's direct handling, why he thinks the Cardinals will show up to Spring Training with three more relievers "in their pocket" and how the next run of signings will be like a second round of FA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 18, 202411 min

The Opening Drive - January 18th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Coming out of the Winter Warmup, what was your biggest impression coming out?7:15 – Sick of it!!!7:30 – MLB Network’s Greg Amsinger on where the new deal leaves the MLB's future as a DTC broadcast + his expectation for the Cardinals to sign 3 new relievers7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Sports Business Journalist Daniel Kaplan breaks down the new Amazon/Diamond deal & what this mean for the Cardinals in the future8:15 - HOFer Bernie Federko on which speech he's most excited to hear on Friday8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Baseball America Top 100 prospects list is out and the Cardinals are prominently featured--which young player(s) are you most excited for?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset: Is Atlanta's roster good enough to convince Belichick? Are the Cowboys making a mistake staying with McCarthy?9:15 - Blues Insider Jeremy Rutherford on which Blues player moves the needle the most9:30 - If the MLB tries to outlast Amazon, there's no way that works...right?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.

Jan 18, 20242h 9m

St. Louis Blues Center Robert Thomas

Robert joins the show to break down his current favorite rewatchable movies, the current netflix show he just binged, what it was like being in the White House back in 2019, the biggest takeaways from a few big wins against winning teams, the big mistakes that have cost them games, how long it takes to establish more familiarity after a big shift of line changes, what it's like to be on the ice with a legend like Ovi, picking up a couple tips from guys like Stamkos, how being a hockey nerd helps his game and why Sidney Crosby is still his biggest "welcome to the league moment".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 17, 20249 min

Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers

Jamie joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about his most touristy thing he's done in DC, the Blues shooting themselves in the foot with poor puck retention/possession, what he saw from the Blues in a handful of games against good teams, what he needs to see from them as it lightens up in a home-and-home against the Capitals, if Jamie thinks Ovechkin will pass Gretzky's record and what it is like travelling around Canada with "The Great One".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 17, 202410 min

The Opening Drive - January 17th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – A rough night of CBB -- Is it unreasonable for the fans to expect a larger financial risk from Cardinals ownership?7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - What is a reasonable expectation for the Cardinals spending going forward?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - FRESH TAKE: Baseball Hall of Fame Ballots from Randy & Danny + Why Beltran & the steroid guys should be in8:15 - Blues Booth: Jamie Rivers on the Blues newest question mark: puck possession/retention8:30 - The Fight8:45 - St. Louis Blues C Robert Thomas breaks down the Blues current issues with creating offense off the rush9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Danny & Randy both mentioned some controversial names for their Cooperstown ballots--how are they going to defend it?9:30 - What does the breaking new surrounding Amazon and Diamond sports mean for the Cardinals?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.

Jan 17, 20242h 7m

Voice of the Blues, John Kelly

JK joins Randy, Brooke & Danny to talk about the Blues-Flyers game, what they didn't show against the Flyers that they were showing against the previous top teams on the schedule, everything comes down to puck control, Matthew Kessel starting to surprise the Blues with his development and the one aspect of their game that is holding the Blues back (other than the PP).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 16, 20248 min

St. Louis Battlehawks HC Anthony Becht

Coach Becht joins the show to talk about the Battlehawks--but first a little tangent on the success of his son as the QB of Iowa St--and dive into his excitement when the merger and news about the Battlehawks was announced, why he wasn't worried about STL keeping their team, the next steps over the next month that go into building their team, his excitement behind some of their draft picks from earlier this week, why he's so excited about the offense under Bruce Gradkowski, the defense being a big point of emphasis for their team-building and the plans to open the top level and get a schedule out as soon as possible.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 16, 20248 min

The Opening Drive - January 16th, 2024

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - The Blues slip up against the Flyers + Is Nick Sirianni going to make it through the day?7:15 - Is Edman going to be delayed to start the season? And is he missing out on a chance to perfect his play at CF? 7:30 - What does Marmol think of his job over the last two years?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Battlehawks Coach Anthony Becht breaks down the Battlehawks newest additions and the UFL schedule between not and the season8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues TV voice John Kelly on the Blues failing to show up against the Flyers8:30 - The Fight8:45 - The Divisional Round is now set: Which matchups are jumping out early?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 – If you're Belichick, does Atlanta's QB situation scare you off? And if the Chargers give him an offer, why wouldn't Harbaugh take it?9:30 – Do the Cardinals have a plan for what comes AFTER Bally Sports Midwest?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.

Jan 16, 20242h 3m

Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber

Kerbs joins Randy & Brooke to break down a rough game for the Blues after that tripping non-call in OT, how those kind of missed calls can affect a team, Robert Thomas taking his game to a new level & takeaways from the Blues run across the last two weeks' tough schedule. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 15, 20249 min