The Opening Drive

Mike joins the show to break down all of your 4th of July BBQ questions, the keys to making a great brisket, the perfect simple seasoning and the best temp to pull it, the best way to temp test your meat without a thermometer, the best way to keep turkey juicy and tender, how he went from high class fancy french cuisine back to BBQ in STL and the single best protein at a BBQ. 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-7 Pirates-4 -- NHL Free Agency: Blues make a big move, and then some other ones7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - The Official Opening Drive 4th of July BBQ Food Draft7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: How important is legacy in sports? Playing your career with one team? How important is that?8:15 - Mike Johnson of Sugarfire breaks down the best way to cook brisket, why cheeseburgers are king & the best way to temp your food8:30 - The Fight 8:45 - Rush Hour Reset9:00 – Cardinals SP Kyle Gibson talks about a big win on Tuesday & why he's always had confidence in this team winning9:15 – MLS 360 Studio analyst, former MLS midfield Sacha Kljestan breaks down why he thought the Carnell move was "harsh"9:30 - Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford on the Pavel extension, how they got him to go below max term & what the depth trades mean for the bottom 69:45 - Rocc and Roll 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, Brooke & Dan to talk about the what the Cardinals will need at the deadline if they can continue winning between now and the break, why their biggest need is going to be a tough find & the pivot deals they could make instead, why there is a worry about the current rotation looking into the second half despite it's health & production, still having enough time to give young players a shot and change the needs, breaking down how the Brewers are finding so much success and why Winn is his biggest surprise for this season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Cardinals at Pirates tonight, 5:40 St. Louis City SC fires head coach Bradley Carnell -- Jayson Tatum sings the largest deal in NBA history -- USMNT gets eliminated in the group stages of the COPA America7:15 - Sick of It!7:30 - MLB Network host Greg Amsinger on the Cardinals offense gearing up for the 2nd half & his biggest surprise of the season so far7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: What do you think of City firing Carnell in his second season?8:15 - There were a lot of moves from STL’s rivals, but not so many from the Blues–but is there hope?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - In the next five years, if you could go see ONE athlete perform in person, who would it be?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Cardinals Mid-season Awards-Most valuable Bird?-Adam Wainwright winner?-Rookie of the Year?-Most surprising?9:30 - Does the explanation from CITY--combined with the new player announcement--make long-term sense?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.

Chip joins Brooke & Randy to talk about the Cardinals 4th of July plans, his favorite 4th of July memory as a broadcaster from his time in Atlanta, how Noot & Edman will slide back into the Cardinals rotations post-deadline, the boost that Siani has given to the roster & how hit bat has become a legitimately weapon at the bottom of the order and why he thinks the rotation needs to continue getting, a quick assist on our issue giving a nickname to the Cardinals bullpen & whether or not Helsley should get legitimate Cy Young consideration if he keeps this season up. 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 - Weekend Wrapup - Cardinals split Reds, go 7-3 at home -- Vancouver Whitecaps-4 STL CITY-3 -- 9 straight winless games for CITY -- Blues NHL Draft Results + What does the Hayes move mean?7:15 - Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - OK, July is here. What’s our assessment of the Cardinals?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: The Cardinals expect to have both Lars Nootbaar and Tommy Edman back by the All Star break.8:15 - Should the Cardinals shake up the rotation following the success of Libby (9G 15.2IP 1.72 ERA in June), a strong debut from Graccefo & an uneven June from Andre Pallante (5G 22.0IP 4.91ERA)?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Cardinals TV broadcaster Chip Caray on the recent 7-3 stretch at home and how the pitching rotation could get shook up9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Ken Dubinsky breaks down the new cookies & some other announcements from the Every True Tiger NIL collective9:30 - After the Blues traded Kevin Hayes, what do you hope they’re able to get in free agency starting today? 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.

JR joins the show live from Vegas & the NHL Draft to talk about the Blues newest coach acquisition in Claude Julien, why the move is a strong showing of maturity from Bannister, the chances the Blues try to trade up in this draft, why it seems like a defenseman is the most likely pick no matter where it comes, why the NHL congesting their own schedule is becoming an issue and what Bannister took from the winning style of the Panthers during the Final. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jay joins Randy, Brooke & Danny to talk about the Rocket Mortgage this weekend without a huge name in the field, what a great looper really does for a golfer, some names making the jump from the Korn Ferry tour, their interview with Lee Trevino & how the oddities of Royal Troon change his thoughts for The Open. 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-4 Reds-11 -- Big news from the NBA Draft -- Blues make moves on the coaching staff7:15 - How does it benefit Drew Bannister to have a veteran assistant like Claude Julien?7:30 - Former PGA pro Jay Delsing on the wide open field this weekend without the big names7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: Should the Cardinals even CONSIDER moving Jordan Walker?8:15 - Who is the best sports personality--currently--in St. Louis?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Are the Cardinals who were thought they were in the 1st half?9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford on the chances the Blues trade up & why position is the best to target in this draft9:30 - Which struggling Nolan is it more important to get going?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.

Greg joins Randy, Brooke & Danny to talk about his recent post-rain delay broadcast late into the New York night, which teams are starting to trend up and play like we thought, why this Cardinals team is starting to reach his expectations, the haul that it's going to take to get Crochet from the White Sox, why he doesn't care about run differential, which position may dominate the trading market & why Ohtani has reached a new level from the leadoff spot. 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-2 Braves-6 (G1) + Cardinals-4 Braves-1 (G2) -- Did you notice any of the names from the NBA Draft?7:15 – Sick of It!!!7:30 – MLB Network’s Greg Amsinger on what Libby's start mean for his future & which pieces are shaping up to be moved before the deadline7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: Gordon Graceffo is 8-5 with a 3.84 ERA this season at Memphis, and in June is 4-0 with a 2.05. He was the Cardinals minor league pitcher of the year in 2022. How soon should he be called up?8:15 - After tonight against the Braves, the Cardinals will play seven games against the two teams directly below them in the NL Central standings. How important is this week against the Reds and Pirates?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - They said whaaaaaaaat??? Texas coaches just keep up the gems...9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - Of all of the available players listed by Jim Bowden at The Athletic, who intrigues you most for the Cardinals?9:30 - Has Liberatore won a rotation spot? Or should become the bullpen weapon the Cardinals need?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.

Kyle joins on on a rare morning before his start to talk about when he really locks into his routine on gamedays, what he does to lock in during his routine, not needing any extra distractions before he goes out, Willson's incredible return ahead of schedule, how Pages has become so an integral part of the pitching staff and his ability to go out of his way to figure out how to work best with each pitcher, the benefits of jumping from the hot tub to the cold tub and back and forth for recovery, if there was a feeling around the club that told him they were going to go on a run like this, what it meant for him to hit that 10-year mark in his career and what's coming up this weekend at BLI's Bats & Barrell's bourbon tasting event.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roman joins Randy & Brooke to talk about the importance of breaking through for a goal on Saturday vs. Atlanta, where the teams confidence level is at during a struggling time, the change in expectations from Year 1 to Year 2, everyone putting inextra energy at training as they try to get a W for the first time in 8 games, why he thinks they are better this year than they were last year, the biggest change being their ability with the ball, why Jayden Reid was so impressive in his first MLS start, the difficulties of learning new chemistry with players who arrive midseason, the team being full of open-minded players who are always ready to work with new teammates, his excitement over the new arrivals, getting some permission from Lutz to do his recruiting and why it's so important for him to work with a local company and to help the community with his "Saves for Savings" promotion. 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-Braves rained out, split doubleheader today, 12:45 day game, 6:15 night game -- Is Ohtani actually UNDERrated thanks to his new role in the Dodgers lineup?7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - Do you believe in the Cardinals yet, and if not…what will it take?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: The MLB trade deadline is five weeks away, and The Athletic has the Cardinals as sellers. What would it take for them to actually BECOME sellers?8:15 - CITY SC goalkeeper Roman Burki talks about how big the goal on Saturday was, getting the team back on track & the 'Saves for Savings'8:30 - The Fight 8:45 - Connor McDavid doesn’t have a championship yet. All time, who is the best team sport athlete that hasn’t won a championship?9:00 – Cardinal pitcher Kyle Gibson of BLI breaks down how he will get prepared for his start later this afternoon9:15 – Rush Hour Reset9:30 - What would you do if you had the Stanley Cup for a day?9:45 - Lineup Game!10:00 - Governments in Charlotte and Jacksonville voted yesterday to give the Panthers $800MM and the Jaguars $1.4 BB to renovate or build new stadiums. How much has the government handouts for stadium construction gotten out of hand?10:15 - Is there anything better than the Knicks bringing a college championship back together like they have with 2016 Villanova?10:30 - Rocc’s Hill to Die on10:45 - Rocc and Roll See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

7:00 - Cardinals-4 Braves-3 -- Oilers-1 Panthers-2 -- Was McDavid the correct decision?7:15 - There was once a discussion about which utility player would be more valuable for the Cardinals—Brendan Donovan has ended that conversation.7:30 - Speaking of Donovan, let's take a look at another Baby Bird—Alec Burleson! 7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: The Cardinals signed three separate pitchers to deals that are clear wins before the break—the 2024 offseason was a success.8:15 - The NHL offseason has officially begun! Both JR & Kerbs agree that a blue line move will be needed this offseason—is there a way Army could solve it without moving Krug/Faulk?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - MLB Headlines9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - In the shadows of last night’s game 7 in the NHL a trade was made, as Boston swung a deal for their 1B Goalie for a backup, a 1st rounder & a depth forward—does a return like this close the door on the Blues listening to potential Binnington, or even Hofer, deals?9:30 - How big of a regret is Mizzou’s fumble of Tony Vitello?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.

Chip joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the Cardinals developing their style of baseball, Sonny Gray starting to hit a different level of efficiency, Helsley's consistency being so crucial going forward and if the young guns--the Baby Birds--can take this team all the way without more help from veterans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kerbs joins Randy & Brooke to talk about whether this is a bigger collapse for the Panthers or an incredible run for the Oilers, Bobrovsky's weird routine that threw everyone off, how the goalie will obviously be important but why the blue line puck control is the next most important thing, the NHL's weird way of having the draft so close to the conclusion of the Stanley Cup playoffs, how the schedule affects the Blues, and why Kerbs thinks they are still an offseason away from a big move-but he does see movement coming on the blue line.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 Wrapup -- Cardinals sweep Giants -- Cardinals start a 3-game series vs. the Braves -- Stanley Cup FinalGame 7 -- STL CITY-1 Atlanta United-17:15 - Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - The Cardinals are 24-13 since Mother’s Day…best record in the N.L--And Atlanta is coming to town…7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: At Memphis, Jordan Walker is 1 for his last 14, and 5-for-his-last-40, for a slash line of .125/.229/.250 over his last fifteen games–He got a day off yesterday–What kind of hot streak would it take for you to want Walker to be recalled by the Cardinals?8:15 - Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber on his expectations for Game 7 & the Blues potential draft outlook8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Yesterday was the 40 year anniversary of The Sandberg game, and the Cubs unveiled a Ryne Sandberg statue outside Wrigley Field. I’ll share some memories of one of the most iconic regular season games ever.9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Cardinals TV broadcaster Chip Caray talks about a big sweep for the Cardinals and what we can learn from a series vs. the Braves9:30 - The top four healthy OPS averages on the Cardinals belong to Burleson, Wynn, Donovan and Gorman -- At what point do you believe the torch has been passed from Arenado and Goldschmidt to the kids?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.

JR joins the show to talk about the Blues offseason plans, how much hinges on the future of Pavel Buchnevich, laying out the road for Steen to go from assistant to GM, what they Blues could be targeting in the draft and being just outside the range where the talent level changes and how that could change the Blues plans.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 Opening Drive" to talk about a special night in baseball at Rickwood Field, why the disappointment around Bryson not being on the Olympic team is so prevalent, the different ways large personalities have shifted the way the tour works at different times in history and if Rory can bounce back and win another major before his time is up on the tour.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 MLB Networks coverage from Rickwood Field, the interviews that gave everyone a different perspective, taking a different long-view of baseball and why recognizing the history and the past is so important for the future of the game. 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 Giants-5 -- MLB did an incredible job with its coverage at Rickwood Field -- Stanley Cup Finals Game 6 tonight7:15 - Willson Contreras returns tomorrow. How should the Cardinals handle their backup catcher situation moving forward?7:30 - MLB Network host Greg Amsinger talks about the network's coverage from Rickwood Field and the Cardinals recent stretch of 10-over-.500 baseball7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: How did MLB do with the Rickwood game?8:15 - Jay Delsing breaks down what the future could look like for Rory after another heart-breaking loss8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford on what the plan is for Buch & how the draft is shaping up for the Blues9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - We gotta start giving people their flowers before they die…What living players could other sports honor?9:30 - Steve Sarkisian is a !v(I<!^@ buffoon...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.

Gibby joins the show to talk about the surprising late-second injury that knocked him out of the series finale against the Cubs, how a routine pre-game stretch turned into a big problem, the conversation that went down following his issue, how he's feeling now, if he'll potentially get a start this weekend, how that would affect the rest of the starters, his advice for a player like Klofenstein who might make his debut, his memories from his MLB debut and the upcoming event with Lance Lynn & Alec Burleson. 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-3 Marlins-4 -- Cardinals will play the special game at Rickwood Field -- STL CITY SC-0 Colorado Rapids-37:15 – Sick of It!!!7:30 – John Mozeliak broke down their view of the deadline from 30 days out--do you see an obvious deal? Is this team WORTH a deal?7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: What is Steven Mat’s role when he comes back? Starter or reliever?8:15 - MLB Storylines8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Cardinal righthander Kyle Gibson on his surprising late-second injury and how's he's feeling today9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - What does this special Rickwood Field game say about baseball trying to ignite the interest in its history?9:30 - Willson Contreras is on a rehab assignment in Memphis. Steven Matz, Giovanny Gallegos, Riley O’Brien and Tommy Edman are also on the comeback trail. Which injured Cardinal are you most excited about seeing return?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.

Bradley joins Randy & Danny to break down the biggest difference in CITY from last year, where the frustrations are starting to appear, what to make of CITY's pair of moves from Tuesday, how difficult the acclimation to the MLS can be, the ups and downs of the strikers position, if Klauss' underlying numbers should give confidence towards a breakthrough and what to watch for in tonight's matchup against the Rapids. 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-8 Marlins-9 (f/10th) -- Florida Panthers-3 Edmonton Oilers-5 -- CITY made two moves yesterday --7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - Has St. Louis ever had more of an impact on the National Sports scene? Tatum is one of the faces of the Celtics & NBA, Tkachuk with the Panthers.7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Does Willie Mays have the best, most complete argument to be MLB's GOAT?8:15 - MLS 360 analyst, former EPL, MLS striker Bradley Wright-Phillips breaks down the finishing issues for CITY & Klauss and the biggest difference from last year's surprise success8:30 - The Fight 8:45 - Where does the Rory collapse rank this century?9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:15 – The Cowboys have signed a sponsorship deal with a slot machine company. Every professional league has interests in Vegas. Everyone has deals with gambling interests. So why are players being suspended for gambling?9:30 - Cardinals-Marlins Lineup Game!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.

Michael joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about the upcoming YMCA-Cardinals Care effort to built Paul Goldschmidt stadium, how the plan grew from just a playground to a full multi-purpose field, putting in a field for the first time in a few years, growing the initiative to more events like this and how people can get involved with Cardinals Care. 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 & Danny to talk about the Cardinals magazine special edition on Whitey Herzog, the way that he stayed locked into the game throughout his entire life, how players loved to play for him because he was a baseball genius & a great person, a memorable conversation between Joe Torre & Whitey Herzog and if he thinks this run for the Cardinals since May can be sustainable into a playoff spot. 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-7 Marlins-6 (F/12th) -- Did Oli pull Sonny too early? -- Tatum & the Celtics finish off the Mavs 4-17:15 - What does this NBA Finals say for the Tatum & Brown combo?7:30 - Cardinals Magazine’s Stan McNeal on the newest issue remembering Whitey Herzog7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: Does there come a point where the Cardinals need to take playing time away from Goldy?8:15 - What starting pitcher (reasonable) would you like to see the Cardinals acquire?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Ryan Helsley has been mentioned as a possible trade piece, but can they win without him?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Cardinals Care VP Michael Hall joins the show to talk about how the Paul Goldschmidt field innovation came into fruition9:30 - Doug Armstrong broke down a new role for an old player and laid out the plan for the future at the center spot...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.

Chip Caray is out on his "hot girl walk" with his newer healed ankle, one of the most exciting games in his Cardinals time against the Cubs, a big win last week over the Pirates, Pedro Pages stepping up and earning more time, why pitchers seem to love throwing to him so much, the surprise that Contreras is already back on a rehab assignment, and what the upcoming special game for the Cardinals in Birmingham means for MLB.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kerbs joins BK & Randy to talk about a confusing trend he came across up north, his reaction to Edmonton rolling the Panthers by a SEVEN goal margin to make it a 3-1 series, the move for Alexander Steen by the Bluues and his read on the potential extension for Buchnevich.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 YouTube channel!7:00 - Weekend Wrapup -- Cardinals take 2-of-3 in Chicago -- NBA Finals -- STL CITY-0 Dallas FC-2 -- UFL Championship at The Dome7:15 - Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - Are the Cardinals simply better at winning than the Cubs?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: Has Pages earned more time behind the plate? How does this affect Herrera’s role in the short-term? And with Contreras now on rehab assignment, what does it mean long-term?8:15 - Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber on the big move from the Blues last week and if the Oilers can keep extending the Final8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Do we judge athletes too quickly?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - Cardinals TV broadcaster Chip Caray on a big weekend for the Cardinals, Pages big hits & the rotation figuring it out9:30 - The Cardinals are quietly the best team in the NL over the last month, are we not giving them enough credit? Why is that?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.

Bradley joins the show just before the final training session before they head off to Dallas, why the mindset and energy from Dallas with a new head coach is going to be more important than the Xs & Os, how the finishing improvement will come in training, how the underlying numbers of their goals actually point to a lot of positives, the mentality and motivation aspects of overcoming the frustrating that comes with a lot of draws, how fresh faces from CITY2 can help change the pace in training, why he thinks this team is tactically improved from last season and why their scheme is perfectly built to throw off Dallas' new-coach boost.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Daryl & Russ joined Randy & Danny in studio to talk about how STL has been a different brand since Day 1 in Spring Football, building on the anti-NFL base and turning it into something positive, the TV ratings being even better than they expected, the league successfully becoming a jumping point back or into the NFL, the biggest different this season being that big jump, how Belichick was the inspiration for the Super Challenge, the different ways they worked with the NFL, the league focusing on ways to enhance the game of football, how the merger brought stability to the league and why they're confident in the viability of the league. 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 why he missed last week's show, the way that the US Open grabs your attention in a special way every year, what it was like when he would play in the US Open, his dad having a very old-school baseball players mindset about tough courses and if McIlroy is the smart play for the rest of the tournament. 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 - Pirates-3 Cardinals-4 -- Cardinals start a 3-game series in Chicago this afternoon -- Both NHL & NBA on the verge of sweeps7:15 - Does this Steen move continue to show the Blues ability to think and act in a proactive manner?7:30 Celebrity Line - Jay Delsing7:45 - TIOLI8:00 - Fresh Take: Did MLB mess up with the new schedule because they don’t have enough Cards-Cubs games?8:15 - The shooting & finishing numbers for CITY are telling us two different stories--which one is a bigger problem for CITY?8:30 - UFL VP Moose Johnston & CEO Russ Brandon on the viability for the league, the plans for this weekend's championship game and why STL is so important to spring football8:45 - The Fight9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - STL CITY SC HC Bradley Carnell talks about the odd game planning for this weekend after Dallas moved on from their HC, plus some potential changes that could shake up the roster9:30 - With the job Jerry West did in reviving the Lakers with Shaq, Kobe and Phil, was that the best rebuild job ever? 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 the show to talk about whether he could take Randy in a special edition of "the Fight", the Blues announcement today, his thoughts on the Cardinals roster's GLARING needs as we look at Flag Day tomorrow and how Tatum winning a title goes all the back to Anthony Bonner.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

JR joins the show talk about what the expectations for for today's announcement, why he thinks there could be a second part of this announcement aside from the Steen move, why this move makes sense for the Blues front office, how this can create a better link between the team and the decision makers and how the respect factor with lots of the roster having played with Steen could be a huge factor.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg admits he got hammered for standing up for Cardinals' fans for cheering for Paul Skenes, and he and Randy go back and forth about the history of the Cardinals fans reactions, more views from a national perspective, why he's starting to understand why he's MLB Network colleagues hated the ovation so much and a few shots at Philadelphia 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 full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 – Cardinals-4 Pirates-2 -- Sonny throws a gem after a couple shorter outings -- NBA Finals -- Stanley Cup Final7:15 – Sick of It!!!7:30 – MLB Network’s Greg Amsinger address the St. Louis fans applauding for Skenes and how we not not be the best self-evaluators...7:45 – TIOLI8:00 – Fresh Take: No matter what the record is going forward, should the Cardinals prioritize the long-term and/or selling high and move Ryan Helsley?8:15 - Is there a solution for the Cardinals stealing issue with Ivan Herrera?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Danny Mac has a couple MLB storylines he needs to dive into...9:00 - Rush Hour Reset9:15 - Blues insider Jeremy Rutherford on his expectations around the Blues announcement9:30 - Cardinals broadcaster Mike Claiborne talks about the state of the Cardinals going into Flag Day and Tatum being on the edge of a Finals victory9:45 - Rocc and RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch the full show replay on our YouTube channel!7:00 - Cardinals-1 Pirates-2 -- Mikolas duels Skenes, Cardinals offense comes up short -- Is Gorman starting to break through? 7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!7:30 - Former Blues D Carl Gunnarsson talks about the famous conversation & his Game 2 goal7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: The Cardinals should be at or above .500 by the end of June and would then be looking to buy at the deadline–in addition to a RHH CF (thanks, Mo), is there a starter that the Cardinals should swing for?8:15 - Is Jordan Walker finally doing enough to get moved up? What about the young pitchers--will any of them have a chance in 2024?8:30 - The Fight 8:45 - Cardinals SP Lance Lynn joins us to talk about the Bats & Barrels bourbon event, being a leader at a young age & refusing to run steps with Carpenter9:00 – Rush Hour Reset9:20 – Blues Captain Brayden Schenn talks about the Cup win & when he knew that team was good enough to win9:40 - ESPN Radio host, STL SuperFan Michelle Smallmon talks about her memories from the Blues cup run & the once in a lifetime chance she got to celebrate Game 79:50 - Rocc and RollSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michelle joins her old timeslot to talk about her favorite memories from the Blues 2019 cup run, the way the parade created countless memories, having to defend STL on Unsportsmanlike this morning, the different way that Cardinals/STL fans handle certain things, how Michelle will always connect the Blues winning with her dad and recording the final moments of the victory with her dad at the Enterprise Center watch party during Game 7. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lance joins Randy & Danny to talk about his return to STL, how he got involved in his Bats & Barrels bourbon event with Kyle Gibson & BLI, if he's being nice to "the Cat" this year, being a leader from a young age, his relationship with analytics, how analytics can be improperly used even by players, his thoughts on how the new rules are affecting the games and the players that took him under their wing and showed him the ropes from an early age. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brayden Schenn joins the show to talk about his memories from the cup run, how wins over a back-to-back in Florida felt like the switch was flipped, his memories from the cup on the plan back from Boston to STL, Binner deserving to be the guy who came out first with the club when they landed, the turn onto Market being an incredible memory, his favorite part of the parade being that they didn't just sit in the busses and wave and never forgetting getting to run up and down the street drinking with the fans.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BOOM BOOM joins the show to talk about his memories from the Cup Run, his legendary story of his conversation with Chief before the Overtime, the feeling that changed in the locker room as the winning streak got going, how the defensive depth ended up being crucial, his day with the cup in his hometown, how the bus turning onto Market & the size of the crowd blew him away, the moment where it finally settled into that it was gonna happen, being back in Sweden working with a local team & coaching high school hockey and how it feels in retirement to know his name is always on the cup.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 - Cards start their 3-game series against the Pirates -- Oilers-1 Panthers-4 Panthers lead 2-0 -- Could the Barkov or Porzingis injuries change their respective Finals?7:15 - Does Dan Hurley’s decision say more about the fall of the Lakers legacy or the rise of UConn’s dominance?7:30 - The Athletic released their MLB Player poll yesterday—Is the Cardinals lack of draw for FA the biggest takeaway?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 - Fresh Take: In Katie Woo’s latest article, she mentioned a potential end-of-June return for Wilson Contreras—can the Cardinals offense + handicapped rotation survive until then?8:15 - The last two Blues+NHL seasons have sent a clear message—has Doug Armstrong heard it?8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Could this run of draws, scoreless games & potentially a playoff-less season hurt CITY in Season Two?9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - The Cardinals team and individual numbers with RISP are…BLEAKDoes this leave some room for confidence in what this offense could do with injured players returning, young stars getting going & team tentpoles finally moving in a positive way?9:30 - From 1995 until last year, the Pirates were ALWAYS chasing the Cardinals. After 28 years, has Pittsburgh finally caught up?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.

Kerbs joins "The Opening Drive" to talk about an unexpected win for the Panthers considering the shot discrepancy, if the Panthers can find more ways to get Tkachuk on the ice if they aren't getting more special team chances, what makes a "true" #1 defenseman, if the Panthers winning with Ekblad as their #1 shows a blueprint for a team like the Blues, how depth is more important in the playoffs and this series continues to show how important size still is on the blue line in today's NHL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chip joins the show to talk about salvaging a split against the Rockies, why we shouldn't confuse "parity" with "mediocrity" in MLB, why he think the Cardinals are able to make a run across the year, the importance of the pitching staff, a lack of execution from the fielders over the last month, another angle on the way that baseball has changed over the last 30-40 years, why he enjoys calling a star like Bryce Harper so much and the unbelievably amount of SS talent across the NL central.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brock joins Randy & BK in studio to talk about an unfortunate performance from the Battlehawks in the XFL Conference Championship game, the multiple years of evidence with the spring leagues now, how STL has become a special venue for the spring leagues, trying to figure out the Cardinals stagnation from a 10,000 foot view, how the Mariners were able to turn around a decade of struggles the old Rams-Seahawks rivalry and the youth movement that took over the NFL.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 Wrapup -- Cardinals manage a split -- Tkachuk & the Panthers are up 1-0 -- Celtics in command, up 2-0 -- Another draw, SCORELESS, for CITY -- Disappointment in the Dome7:15 - Three Things we loved from the Weekend7:30 - The Cardinals defense started off exactly how everyone wanted, but cracks have appeared and then grown as the season has progressed—is this a personal issue, or something more?7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT8:00 – Fresh Take: How much does the Cardinals potential future outfield affect their current decision-making with the roster? What does their ideal outfield look like? Carlson, Burleson, Walker, a new RHH CF…8:15 - Former NFL QB, Co-host of BROCK AND SALK on 710 ESPN, Brock Huard breaks down the end of the road for the Battlehawks & a national view at the Cardinals struggles8:30 - The Fight8:45 - Cardinals TV broadcaster Chip Caray on the Cardinals weekend split and the MLB confusing mediocrity for parity9:00 - RUSH HOUR RESET9:15 - KerbSide w/ Chris Kerber breaking down a big win for the Panthers, if the shot discrepancy will continue & what the Blues are learning from the Panthers defense9:30 - Has the new wildcard spot added to the competition in the MLB--or is the league trying to pass off an era of mediocre teams as an increase in "parity"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.