The Opening Drive

Waino joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the team continuing to give back to the community during a rough season, what he's seeing from Dakota Hudson as he turns in a strong second-half of the season, the way his team has supported him during this tough stretch, why he's having trouble make sense out of his latest appearances, learning how to respond to new struggles after years of experience and why the balance between mental and physical struggles has made this season so difficult. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tyoka joins Carey, Brooke & Randy to talk about the recent monumental changes in college football and how NIL & realignment will change the complexion of the game going forward and affect the CFB Playoff, some of his not-so-favorite memories from his playing days as he breaks down ALMOST blocking Vinatieri's SB-winning kick, answers the big question about who would win between the '99 Rams offense and '02 Bucs defense and why pancakes are the best part of breakfast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Cardinals-6 A’s-2 -- Dakota with another hot start--who needs new pitchers?!7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy7:30 - Bird Watch 7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Today’s Fresh Take: Is a trade centered around Nolan Gorman becoming the clearest move to make this offseason?8:15 - NFL NEWS & NOTES8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Former St. Louis Ram, ESPN CFB analyst Tyoka Jackson talks about his love for pancakes, almost blocking Vinatieri's SB-winning kick & how NIL & realignment are changing CFB9:00 – RUSH HOUR RESET 9:15 - Rocc and Roll 9:30 - Wednesdays with Waino w/ Adam Wainwright talks about his recent struggles, how he can finish strong & what he's seen from the young pitchers improved performances since the deadline9:50 - We gotta go!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Claibs joins the show to talk about the Cardinals plan to bring in three starters, why the plan will be to mix-and-match different signings and trades, staying wary of the big money arms based on track records, the Cardinals need to walk away with too much pitching--and never too little, how a lack of value from TON & Carlson complicates a move, how much Victor Scott could change the OF equation going into next season, why the bullpen needs as much attention as the starters this offseason and what is stopping players like Masyn Winn from getting innings with the big club RIGHT NOW. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Josef joined Carey, Brooke & Randy alongside Chuck Wallace from Bommarito to talk about the 7th Bommarito 500, a big announcement about the continued growth of the event, how it feels for Josef to come back as a multi-time winner, what is so special about this track, all the access you get to the drivers and sports and how that makes Indycar so special, the other ways the sport sticks out from the stick-and-ball sports and what fans can expect if they want to enjoy the Bommarito 500 festivities.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - A’s-5 Cardinals-7Mikolas→6.1IP 2H 4ER 3BB 4K 1HRRomero (gets the W on a decision by the official scorer) →1.1IP 0H 2KDrink & Mizzou get one of highest-rated recruit commitments in program history from in-state five-star DL Williams Nwaneri.7:15 - With Dylan Carlson hurt and Tyler O’Neill hurt, how should the Cardinals prepare for their OF in 2024 and 2025. They love Noot--They love Edman--They love WalkerAnd, Victor Scott II is on the way in 2025. How do they handle Carlson, O’Neill, Moises Gomez?7:30 - IndyCar driver Josef Newgarden talks about the upcoming Indy Car races in STL and his success across the sport after coming out of Nashville7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: How would you feel about Miles Mikolas being your number one starter next year?8:15 - BIRD WATCH8:30 - The Fight8:45 - A’s fans are just like St. Louis Rams fans. The team was torn apart so that the franchise could be moved more easily. Do you feel sorry for them?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Mike Claiborne tries to figure out the Cardinals offseason pitching plans9:30 – Fans don't seem to be too surprised by the idea of Mikolas as the #1 SP in '24--who could've guessed?9:45 - Rocc ‘n Roll See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Blues play-by-play man Chris Kerber joins Randy, Brooke and Carey to probe the state of the Note one month in advance of training camp.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Weekend Wrap-Up7:15 – 3 Things We Loved from the Weekend7:30 – Tommy Edman entrenched as the Cards' SS all over again?7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: Steven Matz has finally found his groove in the STL. Should we expect him to contribute like a front-end piece of next year's rotation?8:15 - Chris Kerber8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Bird Watch9:00 - Rush Hour Reset: Adam Wainwright clobbered in KC, making for another uncomfortable conversation9:15 - Does St. Louis already have to adjust its offseason approach in terms of moving certain talent?9:30 – NFL News & Notes9:45 – Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chip joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about his takeaways from the recent strong outings from Thompson, Dakota & Liberatore, why the Arozarena trade is still undecided because of all the pitching the Cardinals received that could still make an impact, the opportunity the Cardinals have for the rest of the season and what they can take away from it, walking about with more confidence about the pitching after the recent stretch and the strong growth across this season by Andrew Knizner.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carnell joins "The Opening Drive" to break down his expectations for the newest additions in attacker Nokkvi Thorisson and defender Anthony Markanich, the progress for Klauss, how they've balance rest vs. work with this extended the break, the importance of balancing physical & mental and the plan for CITY as they ramp up for the restart next weekend. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg joins Randy, Carey & Brooke to talk about the Cardinals need for multiple arms not changings, the best possible future for Matthew Liberatore, why the Cardinals outfield depth isn't as great as it looks, the questions left in the OF going into next year, why the Dodgers are able to churn out quality rookies at such a high level and why he thinks the Cardinals keeping Arenado was so important. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jay joins the show to talk about the recent news around Phil Mickelson & his betting habits, or attempted habits, Rory's comments and the next tournament that Jay is watching closely. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the full replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Cards-5 Rays-2 -- The Cardinals young pitchers continue to surprise post-deadline7:15 - Jay Delsing on the craziness of Phil's gambling & Rory's comments7:30 - Greg Amsinger breaks down the Cardinals need for 2 arms--no matter what--and the ideal future for Matthew Liberatore7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: Do you think the Cardinals are prepared to spend $30 MM a year on a pitcher? And if they don’t, is the off-season a failure?8:15 - STLCitySC coach Bradley Carnell breaks down the new addition in Thorisson, plus updates on Klauss as they ramp up for the restart8:30 – The Fight8:45 - Bird Watch9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Celebrity Line: Cardinals broadcaster Chip Caray9:30 - The IRS is finally getting involved in NIL--and the game is about to change...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.

Waino joins Randy, Carey & Brooke to give us a little look in to his schedule and what led to today's special presentations, how important his relationship with the young pitchers is to him and the organization going forward, how he feels after a rough start and a season where he's struggling to get out of 2-out situations, needing to have that carrot for a pitcher or getting to pitch longer when you're feeling it, what goes on in those famous 2 O'clock meetings, what kind of restaurants are on the list that he gives out to opposing clubhouses and his excitement for this year's fantasy football contest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Rays-4 Cardinals-6Just the third time (out of 12 games) the Cardinals have scored more than 4 runs since since 7/27 (went 4-8 across that stretch, winning three with 7, 6 & 6 runs)7:15 – SICK OF IT!!!7:30 – After getting scratched the last two games after the lineup was originally announced, do the Cardinals need to re-evaluate how they handle Tyler O’Neill’s future with the club this offseason?7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: Tony LaRussa was always intense about winning games. Even in a lost season, should there be more sense of urgency by the Cardinals to win?8:15 - Bird Watch8:30 - The Fight8:45 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:00 - A special Thursday Night edition of Wednesdays with Waino9:20 - What goes on during those 2 O'Clock meetings--from Waino himself9:30 – NFL News & Notes9:45 – Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Cardinals-2 Rays-4 - What is Marmol DOING with Mikolas?!Baseball reference out the Top 10 OPS leader in MLB since July 1st:#1 Freddie Freeman → 1.196#2 Willson Contreras → 1.1527:15 - Ask Uncle Randy7:30 - Bird Watch 7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Today’s Fresh Take: Despite a season full of injuries and opportunities to prioritize the future, did the the Cardinals miss a chance to give some players a chance?8:15 - The Cardinals are worse defensively at every position from 2022--do you believe that this coaching staff can get the team back to their average for 2024?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:00 – Dakota Hudson has multiple good starts in a row--how many more do you need to see to buy his return as a rotation arm? 9:15 - Can the Cardinals fix the communication disconnect going on between the major and minor league teams?9:30 - We're talking...STEAK--where's the best place to get one in STL?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.

Claibs joins Carey, Brooke & Randy to talk about his expectations for the Cardinals pitchers to show consistency in the second half, the importance of the pitchers having a game plan for the rest of the season, how long "stretching out" a pitcher usually takes, if Luken Baker could be part of the September call ups, dealing with a Cardinals season to this level for the first time, why a package trade during the offseason is something to watch for, why the Baltimore situation shocked Claibs despite everything he's seen and why criticism from broadcaster is so important in Cardinals history & for baseball going further. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stan joins "The Opening Drive" to preview the newest product for Cardinals fans, the long-awaited and much-labored Albert Pujols Yearbook! Plus Stan weighs in on his view of the Cardinals young pitching competition as we look forward to the 2024 rotation projections. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - As the Cardinals start a series with Tampa Bay, are you confident that they can catch the Rays? And would you like to be a fan of a team with no stars?7:15 - What Mo said versus what Mo meant? Deciphering the POBO's offseason plan, in his own words.7:30 - Stan McNeal, Cardinals Magazine talks about the release of the long-awaited Pujols Yearbook7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: The Cardinals have always said they just want to make the playoffs. Are they the only team that feels that way? And if a team goes “all in,” how often does that work?8:15 - BIRD WATCH8:30 - The Fight8:45 - NFL News & Notes9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Mike Claiborne live from TB on his expectations for the Cardinals starting pitching over the last two months9:30 – How much is the Cardinals consistency worth to the fans? Would they sacrifice winning if it means future years of the unknown?9:45 - Rocc ‘n Roll See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kerbs joins the show to give a special preview of tonight's Blues documentary, "Anatomy of the Draft" (debuts at 7PM), what stood out to him the most, the impression fans will get of Army after watching this, the way the staff interacts being something that stands out and Kerbs teases a couple of the documentaries biggest stories & turns. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 -Weekend WrapupCardinals drop 2/3 against the lowly RockiesMasyn Winn was removed from Springfield’s game on Sunday for a “precautionary reason to avoid further injury”Lionel Messi magic continued last night in Frisco, Texas as he scores the first and last goals for Inter Miami in a 4-4 match against FC Dallas, he then converted his spot in the shootout as they went on to advance (5-3) in the Leagues CupUSWNT bows out of the Women’s World Cup with a knockout round loss to Sweden in a shootout (4-2)7:15 - Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - With the Cardinals having not traded an OF, would you EVER consider trading Jordan Walker? Even for Shane McClanahan, Logan Webb, Framber Valdez or Spencer Strider?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: Is college sports' hypocrisy going too far?8:15 - Voice of the Blues Chris Kerber gives a sneak preview for the Blues documentary debut tonight at 7PM8:30 - The Fight8:45 - BIRD WATCH9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET 9:15 - Which young starter has the leg-up for the No. 5 spot in the 2024 rotation?9:30 - Mozeliak said the task for the offseason isn't "daunting"--does this give you confidence?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.

Chip joins Randy, Carey & Brooke to talk about pitching, pitching, pitching--included how Chip thinks they will approach the rotation and bullpen groups for 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.

Isaac & Torry joins the show to talk about their return to St. Louis as part of the upcoming Ascension Charity Classic, their reaction to be being ranked #9 in all-time WR duos, why the difference in style of the sport is such a large part of the discussion, being two of the greatest ever in certain WR aspects and the plan for their performances in the pro-am (Torry hits, Isaac putts). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kerbs joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the Blues upcoming youtube documentary detailing the 2023 draft process from the Blues perspective, his thoughts on Tarasenko finally agreeing to a deal and what he thinks the Blues will be doing with the "C" and "A" this season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jay joins Carey, Brooke & Randy to talk about the recent complaints being leveled against courses, how to deal with a bear on a golf course (as you're want to do...) and his favorite for the tour championship. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What the show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Cards-3 Twins-5Liberatore→5.2IP 6H 5ER 2BB 1K 2HRBaby Bird Watch→ Burleson goes 3/4 while batting cleanup and drives in 1RBI with his solo shot in the 6thCarlson drives in 2RBi with a rbi double in the 2nd and a FC in the bottom of the 9th7:15 - Bird Watch7:30 - Jay Delsing on the recent complaints about PGA courses, how to face a bear during a golf match & his favorite for the tour championship7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: Would you rather be a fan of the Cardinals in their situation, or the Mets in their situation?8:15 - Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber on the Blues upcoming documentary & his reaction to Tarasenko's contract8:30 – The Fight8:45 - Super Bowl Champions Isaac Bruce and Torry Holt talk about coming back in town to promote the Ascension Charity Classic & they react to the recent rankings of all-time WR duos9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Cardinals broadcaster Chip Caray on how the Cardinals handle the pitching for the rest of the season9:30 - Xavier Scruggs joins Randy Karraker on the '101 on Sports' to talk about a season full of Cardinals struggles undermining the organization9:45 - Rocc and RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kiley joins Randy, Carey & Brooke to talk about why he high on Tekoah Roby, Sem Robberse & Saggese, how the Cardinals organization will be viewed by the rest of baseball, the best way to view the Cardinals prospect haul, why Drew Rom has the quickest path to the MLB followed by Roby & Robberse and his expectations for Masyn Winn & Tink Hence. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg joins the show to talk about his biggest winner from the trade deadline, why the Scherzer vs. Verlander rivalry makes everything more interesting, why he thinks the Cardinals will reimagine the entire pitching staff, why he expects a big trade in the offseason, understanding that it's going to take a big name talent, why he isn't buying the Cubs run, if the Cardinals will alleviate their logjam at certain positions and why he thinks the Cardinals ownership will still show up for the fans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Cardinals-7 Twins-3The young players that need to step up in this final stretch had a good game last night–who else are you watching game-by-game the rest of the season?What does Carey think of another defensive substitution for Jordan Walker? (Carlson in at CF, Noot to RF in the Top of the 8th)7:15 – SICK OF IT!!!7:30 – MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger on the winner of the deadline and the Cardinals best-case plan for offseason pitching upgrades7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: Is there a disconnect between the Cardinals competitiveness and the perception of their competitiveness?8:15 - NFL News & Notes8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Bird Watch9:00 - ESPN baseball insider Kiley McDaniel on his favorite prospect that the Cardinals acquired and which pitchers could be impact players in '249:15 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:30 – Where does the disconnect between the fans expectations and the ownerships goals come from?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.

Waino joins Randy , Carey & Brooke to bring up a horrible memory for him with the last time the Cardinals face a no-hitter, working through the tough parts of the deadline as he had to say goodbye to multiple teammates, his career high pitch count & how he handled large pitch count games, the biggest difference between having to throw 130 versus 150 pitches and his hopes for 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.

What the show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Cardinals-2 Twins-3Cardinals finish off their deadline move with a trade of Flaherty, the Mets are the biggest sellersCITY made a trade on the penultimate day of the transfer window, acquiring left back Anthony Markanich from the Colorado Rapids in exchange for $75,000 in General Allocation Money in 2023 and CITY SC’s 2024 First round SuperDraft with an additional $75,000 in 2024 GAM if conditional incentives are reached.7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy7:30 - Complete recap of Cardinals trade deadline moves. How did they do?Secondary: How much of this year’s failure’s can be traced back to a lack of pitching depth–just in the bullpen? 7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Today’s Fresh Take: How do you think the Cardinals did if you put all their trades together. What you expected? Were you hoping for more?Secondary: Will the Cardinals failure to alleviate their season-long logjam in the outfield, and the middle infield to a lesser extent, hurt the one goal for the rest of the season–letting young talent grow as much as possible?8:15 - The Cardinals know their mountain to climb between now and next spring–get THREE (3) MLB starters. How important is the last two months from players like Carlson and O’Neill to set the Cardinals up for a big trade?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Bird Watch9:00 – RUSH HOUR RESET 9:15 - Rocc and Roll9:30 - Wednesdays with Waino with Adam Wainwright talking about the tough parts of the deadline & the shifts in pitching over the years affecting the game9:55 - Time to go!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Claibs joins Randy, Carey & Brooke to talk about the potential destinations for a Jack Flaherty trade, why the Cardinals have a lot of moves to make to be able to get back to a rotation they need, why the Braves are the goal, the need to build out depth in the bullpen & if there are more bats on the move than we've talked about so far. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - MLB Trade Deadline keeps churningThe rest of the Central is getting better --a potential injury gives the Cardinals more optionsThere is a consensus around Flaherty, DeJong & Carlson–who else is on a different team at 5:01CT?7:15 - Latest MLB trade rumors + Quick notes from Goold’s latest updates7:30 - Puke Point Predictions: There are only two avenues to top-end starting pitching in 2024–1) high-cost FA or 2) trading young talent–which scenario is more likely for this Cardinals front office?Which option gets them to their “puke point” first?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: If today’s trade(s) bring more prospects, are you confident the 2024 Cardinals can compete in the NL Central? For an NLCS?8:15 - BIRD WATCH – Deadline edition – One trade you’re “watching” for…8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Mike Claiborne talks about the potential Flaherty moves & the other names who could see get involved at the deadline9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 – You’re a Cardinals fan–it's 6:45 and you turn the Cardinals-Twins game on just before 1st pitch…Are you more optimistic about the outlook for the franchise?9:30 – Could the Cardinals-Marlins pairing be the perfect spot for a Flaherty+OF package?9:45 - Rocc ‘n Roll - If you win the lottery, are you showing up for work tomorrow?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lynn joins the show to talk about the Cardinals recent moves leaving them wide open to resign any of the pitchers they have/will have traded at the deadline, if the solve for the Cardinals positional logjam is coming at the deadline, why Flaherty & Carlson are the most likely to be moves and if he sees the Cardinals bringing up any young pitchers for the final 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.

Polo joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the Cardinals shipping out three of their pitchers as the deadline begins, what he thinks the future of the rotation could look like after these moves, his expectations for more moves before the end of the deadline & of course, a little Polo-show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Craig joins Brooke & Carey to break down the Cardinals move of Hicks to the Blue Jays and the prospect haul from both of their trades, why he thinks the Cardinals could be moving an unexpected player, what kind of moves the Marlins could be looking to make and why the Cardinals lineup as a perfect pairing for the Marlins on the market. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What the show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Weekend Wrapup - Cardinals make two moves - A strong start? - What is Irsay thinking?7:15 - 3 Things We Loved from the Weekend7:30 - Miami Herald Marlins reporter, MLB contributor Craig Mish on the Cardinals trades, the unmentioned name that could be attracting attention & the Marlins being a perfect pair for the Cardinals on the market7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: That’s a strong start for the Cardinals–so what’s next for Mo & Co?8:15 - Cardinals Spanish language broadcast, co-host of “Balk About It” Polo Ascencio on what the Cardinals rotation could look like after the deadline & if he thinks more moves are around the bend8:30 - The Fight8:45 - BIRD WATCH9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET 9:15 - Post Dispatch, STLToday.com Cardinals beat writer Lynn Worthy on the pair of Cardinals trades and the likelihood of Flaherty + other moves between now & Tuesday9:30 - Cardinals texter reaction s -- is STL happy with the future the Cardinals are building?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.

Chip joins Carey & Randy to talk about last night's game, his thoughts on the incident with Mikolas & Happ, the ways the umpires can dictate the game, how much he thinks the team could change over the weekend, how the shift in pitching both in-and-out with dictate the thoughts for next year, using the deadline to build asset for trade in the offseason and the different ways they can improve the team, how important the shift in philosophy--specifically pitching--will be, and how the Cardinals development could be optimized to make up for other misses for this team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 -Theatrics start the game and it didn't get more interesting from there--Nolan Arenado story gets more airtime, but not necessarily more substanceCITY gets rolled…See everybody on 8/207:15 - Is all the extension talk with TON, Hicks & Flaherty real or are the Cardinals playing the game to boost talks?7:30 - The politics of LIV-PGA will continue to throw up obstacles in any kind of deal7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: As the Cardinals prepare to trade a position player, it seems like Dylan Carlson is on his way out. Why would they move Carlson rather than Tommy Edman?8:15 - John Denton reported talks on a Flaherty extension, Derrick Goold says there hasn’t been an update since spring–Are all these extension reports the Cardinals machinations to massage trade value re: TON, Hicks, Flaherty?8:30 – The Fight8:45 - Bird Watch9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Cardinals broadcaster Chip Caray on the early drama from last night and keeping it light throughout the broadcast9:30 - Former Rams DE Chris Long on his favorite pranks in his time at Rams Park (Coming up on 'The 101 on Sports', this Sunday night on Fox 2.)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.

Patrick joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about his experience this season with the Cubs, getting to see both sides of the Cubs-Cards rivalry, how this year has been different with him playing multiple positions, if he's excited to face off against former teammates again, if he likes how the Cards-Cubs series schedule worked out this year and his thoughts on Willson Contreras being a great teammate. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg joins the show to break down the Angels recent moves after taking Ohtani off the trade block, whether going all-in is a worthy risk for LA, the Dodgers now being completely open for business when it comes to pitching, the Cardinals therefore being a perfect pair with a potential Monty/Jack trade, why the Padres could be the wildcard that shakes up the market in an unexpected way & whether or not MLB & baseball have been better off under Rob Manfred. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Cardinals close out the series in Arizona -- Gorman goes off, Flaherty's last start -- LA teams are shaking up the market7:15 – SICK OF IT!!!7:30 – MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger on the best team for the Cardinals to deal with7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: What happens if Mo doesn’t change his M-O and doesn’t get a #1 starter? Can the Cardinals win if they don’t buy one?8:15 - Bird Watch8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Did the Angels open up the market and make the Dodgers a perfect pairing with the Cardinals?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Move moves are being made around MLB--is a spot opening up for the Cardinals options?9:30 – BLI ambassador, Former Cardinal & current Cubs inf. Patrick Wisdom on seeing both sides of the Cubs-Cards rivalry and what he remembers from Willson as a teammate9:45 – Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Cardinals-1 Diamondbacks-3How about that start from Matz→6.0IP 5H 0ER 1BB 6KBut the Cardinals bullpen decided to continue blowing the season...Does the most recent news on the Cardinals non-trade plans make you question the Cardinals?7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy7:30 - Is the Hicks or O'Neill new surprising?Is it the best for the Cardinals future? 7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Today’s Fresh Take: Cardinals are trying to make Hicks & O’Neill a part of their future, but are still going to sell–does this mean all young star talent (Donny, Gorman, Walker, Wynn, Carlson, etc.) is off the board at the deadline?Will the prospect haul from just Monty/Flaherty be enough to restock for 2024?8:15 - Apple TV+ MLS Season Pass analyst Jake Zivin talks about Messi's two-goal performance in Miami last night & how CITY can match up against the biggest club in North America8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Bird Watch9:00 – RUSH HOUR RESET 9:15 - Wednesdays with Waino w/ Adam Wainwright talking about his return on Monday, the support from teammates, wanting to get a win in his finals Cubs game & changes to the pitch clock/timer9:45 - Rocc and RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jake joins Randy, Carey & Brooke to talk about last night's continued fireworks for Messi in his second MLS game, what he thinks the move and publicity from this will do for the MLS, what to know about Club America and how CITY can avoid the same problems they've had against other top clubs--and why home field advantage could be the key factor.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Waino joins "The Opening Drive" for his weekly visit to talk about how he's feeling after his start on Monday, the conversation that went into him taking the time off to reset, why he feels like he was ready to come back and his expectations, not wanting to retire when he still had the drive, how it felt to get back against another team and see if he still had it, how much his team has lifted him up through a tough season, wanting to get #200 versus the Cubs, his enduring hatred of the DH in the NL, the changes he would like to see to the pitch clock rules and the upcoming fantasy football season with BLI. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Claibs joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the absolutely insane heat going on in Arizona right now, the Cardinals continuing to be the most confusing and unexpected team he's ever dealt with, the Contreras reports & the Cardinals relationship with big money players and how he sees the more obvious names playing out at the trade deadline. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stan joins Randy, Carey & Brooke to talk about the upcoming Pujols yearbook, why he sees the Cardinals moving multiple players at the deadline & the magazine-bump that Gorman has received this year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Cardinals-10 Diamondbacks-6Unfortunately no W for Waino→5.0IP 4H 2ER 2BB 3K7:15 - Latest MLB trade rumors--the Cardinals have scout watching Tyler O'Neill...7:30 - Cardinals Magazine’s Stan McNeal on the upcoming Pujols yearbook and the Cards Magazine bump for Nolan Gorman7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Assuming O’Neill gets traded - Walker, Carlson, Edman, Burleson, Nootbaar, Donovan. One’s gotta go. Who you got?8:15 - After the deadline, should the Cardinals concentrate on evaluating young players at the expense of winning?-Do they owe it to Arenado and Goldy to try and win individual games?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - BIRD WATCH9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Even if they trade TON, the Cardinals are still dealing with a crowded OF--who else needs to be the first to go?9:30 – Mike Claiborne live from Arizona has he attempts to avoid melting and tries again to figure out how this group of Cardinals players continues to operate with zero consistency....9:45 - Rocc ‘n Roll See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kerbs joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the eligible group for the next class of Blues HOFs, why the story of Curtis Joseph is one of the most underrated in hockey and Kerbs quick picks for the class (+ a little Giants/Saquon worrying from Kerbs...)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dani joins Randy, Carey & Brooke to talk about the recent reports on Contreras and why she doesn't see a move happening with the high-priced catcher, why the trade haul for Montgomery/Flaherty won't be what they want but it's still better than draft picks and why the Yankees are almost as stuck as the Cardinals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.