
The Opening Drive
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The Opening Drive - June 8th, 2023
7:00 – Cardinals-1 Rangers-0Could Flaherty be a true ace again? Heat-94 Nuggets-109 (Nugs lead 2-1)7:15 – SICK OF IT!!!7:30 – Greg Amsinger talks about his first show with Pujols, the next big thing in the NL central and the Cardinals need to go outside the org.7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take : Rory talking PGA-LIV merger8:15 - Bird Watch8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Does this team not know how to react--even when they win?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford on the departure of Pang and the Blues current plan at #109:30 – If you could bring back one former Cardinal to re-insert in the clubhouse of this year’s team, who would it be?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.

Wednesdays with Cardinals Pitcher Adam Wainwright
Adam Wainwright joins Carey, Randy & Brooke live from a course in Texas with Miles Mikolas and former Cardinals pitching coach Mike Maddux to talk about the Cardinals frustrations continuing with more tough loses and what needs to start changing to turn it around, we get some live golf coverage and a quick chance to talk to Miles Mikolas and then Adam takes Randy to task for talking in his backswing.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - June 7th, 2023
7:00 – What happened with the Cardinals last night? Is this a team lost in an emotionless spiral?7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy7:30 - How long will Jay Monahan survive as the commissioner after this? 7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Today’s Fresh Take: Flag Day is a week from tomorrow, there are exactly 100 games left. Aside from health, what’s one realistic move you’d like to see the Cardinals make?8:15 - BIRD WATCH8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Have the Golden Knights already taken hold of this Cup Final?9:00 – RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Rocc ‘n Roll9:35 - Wednesdays with Waino with Cardinals P Adam Wainwright on the Cardinals struggling, acting right & Randy gets a scolding for talking in his backswingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cardinals broadcaster Mike Claiborne
A bolo-tie sporting Claibs joins the show to talk about the Cardinals run of bad form, what a crisis of confidence could be doing to the club, his takeaways from their pregame chat with John Mozeliak before yesterday's game and what needs to be looked at as the all-important Flag Day looms around the corner...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cardinals Magazine staff writer Stan McNeal
Stan McNeal joins the show to bring some positivity to the Cardinals conversation with a little perspective! That doesn't work we have another edition coming up soon! All about moving on...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - June 6th, 2023
7:00 - Cardinals get walked-off by the Rangers in Game 1Cardinals pitchers in SAVE SITUATIONS→ 1-6 record 5.20ERA 13 saves:13 blown savesPanthers-2 VGK-7 (Golden Knights lead 2-0)Panthers outscored 12-5 in the first 2 games7:15 - How much are the little things costing the Cardinals?7:30 - Stan McNeal from the Cardinals Magazine joins the show to find some positive news about the Cardinals7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Can the Cardinals survive the recent bullpen issues?8:15 - BIRD WATCH8:30 - The Fight8:45 - The Cardinals are dealing with a crisis of confidence--do they have the leadership to bounce back?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Marmol's comments from last night's game aren't giving the fans a lot of confidence--what was he trying to say?9:30 – Joe Maddon has more comments on the Cardinals and their handling of a (potential) star player...9:45 - Cardinals broadcaster Mike Claiborne on the Cardinals continued struggles & the staff's problems switching to the relief pitchersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MLB.com Cardinals insider John Denton
John joins the show to talks about the Cardinals struggles over the weekend, how information & reporting around this season has been tricky, his recent article & how Oli is handling the problems, the root of the Cardinals RISP issue, what vibe he's getting from this club on a day-to-day basis and why the Cardinals seem stuck in place. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

STL CITY SC Midfielder Eduard Löwen
Edu joins Carey & Polo to talk about another big win for CITY, how Blom has opened up the game for CITY without Klauss, how Indy & Niko's game has stepped up to fill the void as well, Carnell's comments and his choice to give Niko the 2nd PK and getting ready for another big run of games. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber
Kerbs joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about he Golden Knights hot start in the SC Final as they take an early lead over the Panthers and start looking toward the Blues offseason. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - June 5th, 2023
7:00 - Weekend wrapupCardinals get swept and it’s starting to feel a lot like April…Houston Dynamo-0 CITY SC-3CITY will resume the suspended game against FC Dallas on WednesdayThe game will resume in the 50th minute with the score tied 0-0Panthers-2 VGK-5Nuggets-108 Heat-111 (Series tied 1-1)Heat keep it close and then open up a late 12-point lead that the Nuggets claw back from–Murray misses a 3 with a chance to tie at the buzzer7:15 - What’s your big Cardinals story from the weekend?7:30 - Randy Karraker takes some time on his day off to break down a big weekend at WWT Raceway and the Home Run Derby between the Rizz Show & Fast Lane7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: What took the Cardinals so long to make a move for a legitimate piece as the 26th man on the roster?8:15 - Chris Kerber talks Stanley Cup Finals as the Golden Knights take a one-game lead8:30 - The Fight8:45 - STL CITY SC MF Eduard Löwen breaks down another big win and what went into him passing off the 2nd PK to Niko9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Cardinals MLB.com reporter John Denton on a rough weekend for the Cardinals & Oli's damning comments9:30 - What can we say about a team that just doesn't seem very good?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.

MLS Season Pass host Jillian Sakovits
Jillian joins "The Opening Drive" to break down her thoughts on CITY runs throughout the early season, what she thinks about CITY's recent Klauss-less run of offense and what CITY could be expecting in a very tricky matchup versus Houston. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Voice of the Cardinals, Chip Caray
Chip joins Carey, Brooke & Randy to talk about why he was still at the ballpark during his off-days, drawing some comparisons between the Braves surprising run and where the Cardinals stand at this point in the season, why he still thinks the Cardinals are a good team, the valuable time that other players have gotten over the last month, what he wants to see from Jordan Walker in his second stint in the majors and what has made Nolan Gorman such a special player for the Birds.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cardinals broadcaster Ricky Horton
Rick joins the show to talk about how communication goes into pitchers having to prepare for different roles, his thoughts on the news that Jordan Walker is returning, how he sees the difference between Matz as a starter versus reliever, the benefit of being a relief pitcher when it forces a mentality shift and his thoughts on what Liberatore can be 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.

Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing
Jay joins the show to get into the latest in the golfing world, try to explain another collapse by Rory & preview his show for Sunday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - June 2nd, 2023
7:00 - Cards at Pittsburgh tonightJordan Walker will join the team in Pittsburgh tonight.239/.348/.398.746 in Memphis(while his average is about 40 points below his MLB numbers, OBP/SLG/OPS were all slightly higher)Nuggets-104 Heat-93 (Nugs lead 1-0)SC Final Game 1 Saturday night, Pregame @ 6:30 on 101ESPN7:15 - The Cardinals start an “easy” part of their schedule vs. the Pirates, but are the Cardinals easy for other teams now?7:30 - Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: Do the on-field Cardinals have enough institutional knowledge about winning to…win?8:15 - Cardinals broadcast & former pitcher Ricky Horton breaks down how communication affects preparing for different pitching roles8:30 – The Fight8:45 - Cardinals broadcaster Chip Caray on the return of Jordan Walker and his confidence in this team9:00 - Rush Hour reset9:15 - Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford on the Blues draft, the Finals and getting ready for FA next month9:30 - Bird Watch9:45 - Host of MLS Countdown & MLS Wrap-up on MLS Season pass Jillian Sakovits breaks down CITY vs. Houston10:00 - Rocc and Roll10:15 - Curtis Francois, WWT Raceway CEO, announces the races sell-out and gets into all the activities going on around the races10:30 - Matthew’s Hill to die on10:45 - What’s on tap?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mizzou Wrestling HC Brian Smith
Coach Smith joins Carey, Brooke & Randy to talk about getting ready for an exciting season for Mizzou wrestling, explaining exactly what "Tiger Style" is as a lifestyle, what they look for in recruits just being an elite wrestler, how much the fan engagement mans for a sport like wrestling, his excitement for the tournament coming to STL and his advice for all the Mizzou wrestlers who have moved onto to MMA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

STL PD Cardinals MiLB writer Daniel Guerrero
Daniel joins the show to talk about the recent strides that Walker has made despite his recent comments and an update on the young pitchers in Memphis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger
Greg joins Randy, Carey & Brooke and starts with a question of his own for the dais--"What your MLB gaurentee?" Plus diving into the Cardinals continued piching issues, why he doesn't see this as the REAL Cardinals, the lingering affects of a string of odd-OF moves, how broadcasting is changing for MLB on TV and why sideburns need to make a comeback.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - June 1st, 2022
7:00 – Who are the real Cardinals? The beginning of May edition, or the group that lost to the Reds, Guardians and Royals?7:15 – SICK OF IT!!!7:30 – Greg Amsinger joins the show to talk about the Cardinals pitching issues, who the REAL Cardinals are and the changes in TV broadcasting in baseball7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take : Aaron Rodgers reportedly tried to get Packers GM Brian Gudekenst fired--wait is Aaron Rodgers a jerk?8:15 - STLToday Cardinals Minor league writer Daniel Guerrero on the recent upturn in Walker's play8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Bird Watch9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Mizzou wrestling coach Brian Smith talks about what "Tiger Style" is and getting ready for a strong season9:30 – How much is broadcasting in MLB about to change?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.

Maimi Dolphins OT Terron Armstead
Terron joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about his first season with the Dolphins after a long career in New Orleans, what it was like to shift and learn McDaniel's offense, his foundation's football camp coming up on Saturday (walk-ups are open) and explain why Carey got left out of the celebrity basketball game and why he always felt that establishing a foundation was going to be important. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - May 31st, 2023
7:00 – Cardinals-2 Royals-1Mikolas with a gem→8.0IP 3H 0ER 1BB 10KIs this staff coming around?7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy7:30 - After 19 games in 19 days, how important are two days off now? And if Greenies were allowed, would this even be an issue? 7:45 - TIOLI8:00 – Today’s Fresh Take: How stupid are the Arizona Cardinals for cutting D’Andre Hopkins, and what is the best landing spot for him?8:15 - BIRD WATCH8:30 - Miami Dolphins OT Terron Armstead on his first year in Miami & his upcoming football camp in town8:45 - The Fight9:00 – RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Rocc ‘n Roll9:30 - Wednesdays with Waino with Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright talking about the odd schedule, Mikolas' dominance & why he's confident his game is coming around9:45 - Did Waino's comments on his game turning around give you more confidence in addition to Flaherty & Mikolas' recent play?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wednesdays with Cardinals Pitcher Adam Wainwright
Waino joins Carey, Brooke & Randy to talk about his post-career golfing plans, why a trip to the Master's will be one of the best highlights, what the off-days look like for Waino at home, what the biggest difference has been in Mikolas stepping his game up against KC, why the win to close out the 19-game run was so important, why the two off-days is going to be so important, his theory about process and results, the knowledge and analytical expertise of Dusty Blake and what he brings as a pitching coach and his plans for this rare two-day break. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cardinals broadcaster Mike Claiborne
Claibs joins the show to talk about the recent comments from Jordan Walker, what he thinks Walker needs to work on and what he should ignore, the Cardinals struggling through their current 19-in-19 schedule, how the pitching continues to vex the Cardinals even as Flaherty stabilizes and his expectations on the now-set NHL Final & NBA Finals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TNT analyst Darren Pang
Panger joins Carey, Brooke & Randy to dive into the matchup for the Stanley Cup Final between the Golden Knights and Panthers, why Tkachuk is going to be the difference maker and his expectations on the goaltending battle. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

STL CITY SC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel
Lutz joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about a big weekend for CITY, getting a win over a tough Vancouver squad for their second in the row, Miggy Perez scoring his first ever league play goal, what it means for the depth of this squad with Miggy & Caden Glover making their debuts this year, CITY2 getting a big win with some of the young stars and getting ready for a tough Houston & LA matchups coming up. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - May 30th, 2023
7:00 - Weekend wrapupCardinals drop 3/4Vancouver Whitecaps-1 CITY SC-3Stars-0 VGK-5Celtics-84 Heats-1037:15 - Two Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - BIRD WATCH7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - STL CITY SC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel on a big CITY weekend8:15 - Fresh Take: How much did the Cardinals odd scheduling contribute to this inconsistent run?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - TNT Analyst Darren Pang breaks down the now-confirmed matchup between the Golden Knights & Panthers9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Cardinals broadcaster Mike Claiborne on the Jordan Walker experiment in the minors and the Cardinals dragging through their 19-in-19 schedule9:30 – Does the criticism and apparent needed changes for Walker make any more sense a month later?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.

Chris Blair, WWT Raceway GM
Chris joins Randy & Carey to talk about next weekend's Enjoy Illinois 300, what they learned from last year's event on how to make 2023 even better, what the best kind of racing to watch if you're new to the sport and the best ways to get to the events and enjoy next weekend. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MLS broadcaster Max Bretos
Max joins "The Opening Drive" to get into Saturday's matchup between CITY & Vancouver, if the Whitecaps recent change of play to a hectic style shows the league making a change, why CITY can't sit back because of Vancouver's poor away record, why the battle of "stories" could make the matchup interesting, the Vancouver pairing that could cause CITY some problems, why these teams having similar styles makes turns the possession battle on its head, how the Klauss-less offense needs to continue giving CITY some confidence, his excitement in getting to see CITYPARK atmosphere first-hand for the first time and importance that Blom's play in the midfield will be against a transition-heavy style on Saturday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Johnson, Sugarfire Pitmaster
Mike joins the show in studio to talk about one of the best things in the world: BBQ. Tips on the best burgers, steaks, ribs, rib tips, even vegetables!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Voice of the Cardinals, Chip Caray
Chip joins Randy & Carey to talk about the Cardinals starting a 3-game series in Cleveland, the changes you have to make for the early-afternoon day games, getting used to Nolan Gorman's growing dominance, the similarities between pitching and real estate (think "location"), what makes BT's perspective as a former pitcher so crucial during the broadcast and the changes that Chip would make to the MLB schedule after the recent changes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing
Jay joins Carey & Randy to walk about the incredible story of Michael Block, drive into the other recent golfing stories and put some planning on this round of golfSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - May 26th, 2023
7:00 - Cards-2 Reds-1 Golden Knights-2 Stars-3 OT (VGK leads 3-1) Celtics-110 Heat-97 (Heat lead 3-2)7:15 - What do the Cardinals need to do between now and the London trip to convince you that they’re a playoff team?7:30 - Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing on Michael Block's incredible run7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take - Will Liberatore seal his spot in the rotation? And will it be in a 5-man or 6-man group?8:15 - Cardinals broadcaster Chip Caray talks about the Cardinals pitching questions as Mikolas settled in last night8:30 – The Fight8:45 - BIRD WATCH9:00 - Mike Johnson, from Sugarfire, Hi Pointe, Chicken Out…talking Memorial Day BBQ and giving us his BBQ tips9:15 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:30 - CONTROLLED CHAOS: MLS Season Pass broadcaster Max Bretos on the matchup between CITY & Vancouver9:45 - Rocc and Roll10:00 - Memorial Day BBQ draft10:15 - Matthew’s Hill to die on!10:30 - Chris Blair, WWT Raceway talking about next weekend’s Enjoy Illinois 30010:45 - Weekend preview…what are you looking forward to?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Athletic's Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford
JR joins the show to talk about Matthew Tkachuk's dominance in the ECF, the Panthers run to the Finals, if he thinks the Stars have a shot to prolong the series in the West and some thoughts on the Blues ability to change the roster as FA and the draft start to become a discussion. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger
Greg joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about his birthday celebration strategy, the Cardinals continued pitching issues, Matz's stuff just losing its edge, the complete non-competitiveness of the NL & AL Central divisions, which teams could be moving pitchers soon and if the Cardinals are a fit and his read of the future of Tyler O'Neill in St. Louis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - May 25th, 2023
7:00 – Cards-3 Reds-10Is it a good thing when the game is over going into the top of the 2nd?THE SAGA OF MATTHEW LIBERATOREPanthers-4 Canes-3MATTHEW TKACHUK!!!! Scores 3 of the 4 game-winning goals in the series (OT goal G1, OT goal G2, last-second goal G4) and also got the assist on the winner in G37:15 – SICK OF IT!!!7:30 – MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger talks about the Cardinals continued pitching struggles and celebrates his birthday7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take : What are the Cardinals doing with Liberatore?8:15 - BIRD WATCH8:30 - The Fight8:45 - That’s now 10 winless starts for Matz—a decision needs to be made.9:00 - Jeremy Rutherford breaks down the excellence of Matthew Tkachuk9:15 - RUSH HOUR RESET: Lineup Game!9:30 – Cardinals manager Oli Marmol on the struggles from Matz, needing more from the pitching staff, the plan with Liberatore and more9:45 – Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

St. Louis Cardinals Manager Oli Marmol
The Cardinals skipper joins Carey, Brooke & Randy to talk about the rough start from Steven Matz, the plan for the starters versus Cleveland, starting to get more from Miles, Jack & Monty, what the plan is right now for Carlson & O'Neill, what went into today's getaway day lineup, Gorman working through the adversity to get where he is now and still pushing for better results after putting themselves in such a large hole.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - May 24th, 2023
7:00 – Cardinals-8 Reds-5Per reports from John Denton via Oli Marmol, Liberatore was available in the bullpen because of the racing 10 inning game–but after not being used, should a start in Cleveland be the obvious call?VGK-4 Stars-0 (VGK leads 3-0)Celtics-116 Heat-99 (Heat lead 3-1)7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy7:30 - Carlson/O’Neil injury updates 7:45 - TIOLI8:00 – Today’s Fresh Take: Should Liberatore replace someone, maybe a lefty who hasn’t logged a win in 10 months, in the rotation?8:15 - BIRD WATCH8:30 - The Fight8:45 - NFL News & Notes Big Ben vs. Pickett New TNF flex rule New 3rd QB rule 9:00 – RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Rocc ‘n Roll9:30 - Wednesdays with Waino - Cardinals P Adam Wainwright9:50 - Waino had some clear thoughts on skyline chili & his start yesterday10:00 - Is there an available change in the Cardinals pitching staff that can stabilize them until the moves come?10:15 - Ken Rosenthal made sure to mention Marmol’s early season issues despite his NL Central-champs prediction…10:30 - Rocc’s Hills To Die On10:45 - What’s on tap?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wednesdays with Cardinals Pitcher Adam Wainwright
Wain joins Randy, Carey & Brooke to talk about the presentation he did for the Cardinals putting the bad start in perspective (he has slides and everything), get into his start last night against Cincinnati, talk about the fun with having his son on the podium in his previous game, why you want you pitcher to be angry when he gets pulled and his very honest thoughts on skyline chili. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cardinals broadcaster Mike Claiborne
Claibs joins "The Opening Drive" to remember a colleague & friend in Rick Hummel, trade a few stories about a STL legend, look at the Cardinals continued pitching issues with another struggling start from Montgomery, the offense starting to find its footing & if the Cardinals can put together a run that gets then back to .500See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TNT analyst Darren Pang
Panger joins the show to talk about another wild game between the Hurricanes & the Panthers, the feeling of being so close but not being able to get a win, whether broadcasting or playing a 4OT game is more difficult and what Panger is looking forward to for the rest of the semis as he gets ready to rejoin the broadcast for the Final. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stan McNeal, Cardinals Magazine
Stan joins Carey, Randy & Brooke to talk about a tough loss for the Cardinals, the uneven pitching continuing while the offense starts to explode, remembering Rick Hummel after his passing and what's coming up in the next edition of the Cardinals Magazine.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - May 23rd, 2023
7:00 – Cardinals-5 Reds-6Remembering HOF writer & person, Rick HummelHurricanes-0 Panthers-1 (Panthers lead 3-0)Nuggets-113 Lakers-111 (Nuggets win series 4-0)7:15 - BIRD WATCH7:30 - Stan McNeal, Cardinals Magazine talks about the Cardinals offense driving the ship and remembering Rick Hummel7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: Nolan Gorman is the Cardinals best hitting prospect since _____8:15 - TNT Analyst Darren Pang talks about the Hurricanes coming up short again8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Carey’s calling his shot like Ruth: Jordan Walker returns to the Cardinals in June--but when exactly?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 – Cardinals broadcaster Mike Claiborne remembers friend, colleague Rick Hummel and talks about the Cardinals pitching struggles vs. an exploding offense9:30 – After hearing from Stan & Claibs earlier, Randy has some Rick Hummel stories of his own9:45 - Rocc ‘n RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - May 22nd, 2023
7:00 - Weekend Wrap-upCardinals win ¾, head out on a 7-game swing through Cincy, ClevelandSporting KC-0 CITY SC-47:15 - Two Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - BIRD WATCH7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: Aside from Gonsolin on Friday, the Cardinals tore apart the Dodgers elite pitching of Urias, Kershaw & Syndergaard (10.4 ERA 1.87 WHIP)—does the Cardinals offense showing up against elite pitching raise your expectations? 8:15 - Chris Kerber on the greatness of Tkachuk and the chances of Toronto prying away Doug Armstrong8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Will the Cardinals mix-and-match outfield (is ride-the-hot-hand a better description?) solve this year’s outfield logjam?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - STL CITY SC GK Roman Bürki on CITY getting back on the winning track, his big save late in the game and the excitement the win creates9:30 - Are the Cardinals handling Liberatore in the best way for his development OR the team’s current success? 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.

STL CITY SC Goalkeeper Roman Bürki
Bürki joins Carey, Randy & Brooke on the heels of a win and clean sheet for CITY & Roman to talk about the excitement in getting back into the winning column, the energy he gets from shutting a team out, if the rivalry added some extra flair to the win, how important the return of Blom has been for the team and what it means to get a "Victory Sunday' day-off. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber
Kerbs joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about Matthew Tkachuk's greatness being on display, a quick review of how the Blues lost out on a game changing native St. Louis player and his thoughts on the reports that Toronto is coming after Doug Armstrong.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ascension EVP Nick Ragone
Nick joins Randy, Carey & Brooke in studio to talk about the PGA Championship, the older golfers who are starting to become eligible for the Champion's Tour and what updates are happening as they continue to prepare for the Ascension Charity Golf Classic. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MLB Network lead host Greg Amsinger
Greg joined "The Opening Drive" just a day later to talk about the Cardinals continued strong turnaround, what he's seeing from the team on the other side of the Contreras questions, why he still has much a big question mark with the Cardinals staff and how important this weekend against the Dodgers could be. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing
Jay joins the show to talk about the odd stat for the PGA Championship in Rochester, the early weather delay to start, his thoughts on the strong LIV scoring after Round 1 and what to look forward to for this weekend's edition of 'Golf with Jay Delsing'.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Opening Drive - May 19th, 2023
7:00 - Cards-16 Dodgers-8Lakers-103 Nuggets-108 (Nugs lead 2-0)Panthers-3 Hurricanes-2 (4OT) (Panthers lead 1-0)7:15 - How was Adam Wainwright’s performance? 5.2IP 5H 2ER (5R) 3BB 1K 96 pitches:53 strikes28 cutters (80.5–85.5) - 24 curveballs - 31 sinkers (85.1–89.4) - 7 4FB (84.0–87.9) - 3 changeups - 2 slider - 1 slow curveWaino got 17 strikes, 14 called & 3 swinging (cutter x1, curveball x2)13 hard hit balls versus 10 not hard hit–forced 7 grounders, 7 line drives & 9 fly balls7:30 - Former PGA Pro Jay Delsing talks about this weekend's PGA Championship7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: Did Mo mislead the fans about the Cardinals effort on starting pitchers?8:15 - Greg Amsinger on the Cardinals strong turn, the offense contiuing to mash and if any of the pitching questions have been answered8:30 – The Fight8:45 - BIRD WATCH9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Nick Ragone in studio to talk about the surprising start in Rochester and continuing to prepare for the Ascension Charity Classic9:30 - Rocc ‘n Roll9:45 - CONTROLLED CHAOS: “Rivalry Week” roll on...amd we all know this is the real rivalry.10:00 - What does the future hold for Tyler O'Neill & Jordan Walker, in the words of Cardinals POBO John Mozeliak10:15 - There’s a report that James Harden is going to opt out of his contract with the 76ers, and wants to go to a team that is competitive and gives him “basketball freedom.” If you’re a competitive NBA team, do you sign him?10:30 - Matthew’s Hill to die on! Like pie? Then you'll love this one...10:45 - Weekend preview…what are you looking forward to?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Costas
Bob joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the Yogi Berra doc, getting a chance to meet and cover some of his childhood idols, the Cardinals rough start & odd decisions, what he's seen from them as they start to win, the big questions that are still left, what he thinks will happen with Ohtani in LA and his thoughts on how baseball's new scheduling is working out. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.