Scoops with Danny Mac
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Joey Vitale on NHL Season, Thanksgiving: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 38
November 30, 2020 18:12 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBJoey Vitale joins Chris to recap Thanksgiving Weekend, look towards the NHL season and more.
Dr. Rick Lehman: Sports Medicine and COVID – November 30, 2020
November 30, 2020 15:01 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBDr. Rick Lehman, Director of the US Center for Sports Medicine, visits with me today to talk about the virus in sports. Where do we stand today? He talks about trying to get games in, elective surgeries being pushed back and more hurdles the virus is presenting. He breaks down college football and basketball trying to manage a season. Some great insight on what we've learned to keep us safe going forward plus the terrible side effects for kids who have had their sports, activities and school ...
Danny Mac on HoF, Pay It Forward, Thursday List: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 37
November 25, 2020 18:11 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBChris and Danny Mac react to Dan's conversation about Hall of Fame voting with Derrick Goold and Chris brings up some particularly questionable voting from a New York writer. Also, the guys touch on the drive-thru "pay it forward" controversy and tackle another "Thursday List."
Wednesday with Walton – November 25, 2020
November 25, 2020 15:38 - 13 minutes - 17.9 MBA look at the Hall of Fame ballot, off-season moves thus far and what we could see come next week with the arbitration deadline and rule 5 draft looming. Also, a look at the Cardinals prospects who could potentially fill holes in the near future. It's my weekly visit with Brian Walton here:
Paul Dejong- November 25, 2020
November 25, 2020 13:18 - 14 minutes - 20.3 MBAn excellent visit here with shortstop, Paul Dejong. He tells us about how he felt this season in general and how the virus affected him personally. He also details how the isolation took its toll even without illness. He talks a lot about mentality and conditioning for health as well as using challenges to grow. Listen here:
Kyle McLellan on Cardinals Off-Season Plans : The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 36
November 24, 2020 18:05 - 43 minutes - 59.2 MBIf you haven't heard by now, the pandemic is raging and baseball is grappling with how to manage the off-season during it. Winter meetings are off. We don't know about fans next year and spring training is in limbo. Today we talk it over with former Cardinals pitcher and KMOX radio's, Kyle McLellan. Listen here:
Rob Fischer on College Football Coaches, Search Firms: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 35
November 23, 2020 18:33 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBChris is joined by Rob Fischer of Grind City Media to talk about the college football coaching carousel, how programs develop identities, and the NCAA "search firm racket."
Hall of Fame Voting – Derrick Goold
November 23, 2020 15:31 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBWe talk to Derrick Goold of the Post Dispatch, and former President of the BBWAA, about their voting procedures for MLB Hall of Fame. It's interesting to listen to the qualifications for both voters and players when it comes to this. It's not as easy as it may seem to qualify. He says there could be close to 400 voters with 25 players on the ballot this year. Details on Larry Walker election last year and sportsmanship clause. Listen here:
Ben Heisler on Football Friday, Beerpong or Beirut, Mario Kart: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 34
November 20, 2020 19:59 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MBSports Illustrated's Ben Heisler joins Chris on a Football Friday to preview the NFL weekend for DFS & wagering, plus talk Beer Pong vs. Beirut, and Mario Kart.
Scott Highmark – SLU Billikens Season Preview
November 20, 2020 15:08 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MBScott Highmark, SLU basketball hall of famer and my broadcast partner, joins me this morning to talk about the challenges getting to a season for the men's Billikens. The schedule will be fluid as will availability of players due to Covid. SLU looks to be stacked, though, if they can get to a meaningful season. Scott talks to us about the players like Gibson Jimerson, Hasahn French, Fred Thatch, Yuri Collins and more. HIs thoughts on the dominating group.
Ben Fred Friday – November 20, 2020
November 20, 2020 13:52 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MBBen Frederickson of stltoday.com visits with us today, and every Friday, about all things St. Louis sports. Today his thoughts on Mizzou/South Carolina this weekend, SLU basketball and the NBA draft. Can the BIllikens get to and through a season? If so, they're set to be a dominant, if not the best, team in the A-10. How about the mess with Wichita State's Gregg Marshall? We take a look at the Yadier Molina and Adam Wainwright situation with the Cardinals too. Does Atlanta still want to sign ...
Danny Mac on Everybody Poops, Tiger Winning, Office Faux Pas: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 33
November 19, 2020 20:07 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MBDanny Mac is back in our weekly visit today with hot takes on children's books, shows and Tiger winning The Masters again in the future. Also, another Thursday List with this week's featuring office faux pas. Spoiler alert - Danny hates loud typers and microwaved fish.
Ben Reiter: The Edge and the Houston Astros
November 19, 2020 15:12 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MBAn incredible visit this morning with Ben Reiter, author and host of the podcast called The Edge, which takes a deep dive into the background of the Houston Astros cheating scandal. He is also the author of a book called Astroball and writer for Sports Illustrated covering the Houston Astros for many years. He tells us today of his five-hour long interview with Jeff Luhnow and visiting Chris Correa in prison. He details the lengths that the team would have gone to for a win and answers questi...
Jimmy The Cat, Gehman on betting RSM Classic: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 32
November 18, 2020 19:29 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MBChris is joined in studio by Jim Hayes to talk MLB offseason, the Cubs transition from Theo Epstein, "Tweet Fleets" and...pick-up basketball brawls? Then, Rick Gehman helps you set your DFS lineups and betting card for this weekend's RSM Classic on the PGA Tour.
Wednesday with Walton – November 18, 2020
November 18, 2020 15:00 - 16 minutes - 22.1 MBThe Cardinals have made an improvement to their catching staff but so far, that's one of the only additions we've seen this off-season. Heineman will serve as the senior catcher at the Triple-A level in place of Godoy, says Brian Walton of thecardinalnation.com. Godoy left as a free agent so the young pitching staff could use more stability. Top catching prospect, Ivan Herrera, looks, though, to be the next to make his way to the Cardinals depending on the move with Yadier Molina. Brian gives...
Epstein Departure, Legacy, MACtion picks: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 31
November 17, 2020 21:59 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MBChris is joined by Rob Fischer from Grind City Media on today's show. As the news of Theo Epstein's resignation from the Chicago Cubs breaks, the guys discuss legacy and longevity in sports leadership, the challenges of replacing a legend, and even get some MACtion picks for tonight from Fish!
Golf Channel’s George Savaricas: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 30
November 16, 2020 19:23 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBChris is joined by Golf Channel's George Savaricas to discuss The Masters, what it's been like to be on the road covering the PGA Tour in the midst of a pandemic, and how Dustin Johnson finally captured his first Green Jacket.
Gambling Baby, Fantasy Football Friday: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 29
November 13, 2020 19:31 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBIt's another Football Friday, and Chris is talking DFS and helping you pick winners! First, Chris welcomes another Gambling Baby to the show to break down two huge matchups before the weekend. Then, Ben Cummins of TheFantasyFootballers.com stops by the show to preview the NFL DFS slate and talk some big-picture fantasy football strategy.
Stantennial Celebration & Stan Musial Awards – Frank Viverito
November 13, 2020 16:34 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBWe talk to Frank Viverito, president of St. Louis Sports Commission, this morning about this year's Stan Musial Awards and celebration on what would be Stan's 100 birthday. Honorees for the awards this year include Hank Aaron and Bubba Wallace.
Ben Fred Friday – November 13, 2020
November 13, 2020 14:03 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBThe SEC finds themselves losing against the virus right now with 4 games postponed this weekend. Ne Frederickson talks to us this morning about each team's quarantine issues and when they'll have a chance to make up games. We talk about college basketball too and if it's something that will actually happen. SLU looks to have a stellar team so fans are really hoping the A-10 finds a way to get these games in. With Fred Thatch and Gibson Jimerson back, the team is working to improve their free ...
Danny Mac on Cardinals, Masters and Overrated List: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 28
November 12, 2020 18:19 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBDanny Mac joins Chris in studio to answer mailbag questions about the Cardinals. scrambling Augusta, and more. Plus, another Thursday List: Things that are overrated.
Brad Thompson – Cardinals Off-Season Update
November 12, 2020 14:57 - 14 minutes - 20 MBCatching up with Brad Thompson this morning about the Cardinals. His thoughts on Kolten Wong’s release, the likelihood of a Waino/Molina return and how the team will spend, if at all. His pitching staff hopes and trade talks. Could Puig or Cespedes fit?
Rick Gehman on Betting The Masters: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 27
November 11, 2020 19:28 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBRick Gehman joins Chris for a mega Masters preview. What’s his take on Bryson’s distance? Is it finally Rory’s time? Rick helps you build you DFS rosters and fill out your betting card before the weekend in Augusta kicks off.
Wednesday with Walton – November 11, 2020
November 11, 2020 14:57 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MBWe visit this morning with Brian Walton of thecardinalnation.com, as we do every Wednesday. He covers the minor leagues specifically, but also the Cardinals in general. This morning we talk about the new Mets owner and his deep pockets. How much will they spend this year in order to contend? Do Adam Wainwright and Yadier Molina fit their team in 2021? We also dive into the minor league restructuring happening right now. We are seeing some of the lower level affiliates trying to decide their ...
Dan Reardon covering his 34th Masters: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 26
November 10, 2020 18:47 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MBDan Reardon, St. Louis golf insider, talks about the tournament this weekend in Augusta. He talks about the differences this year during the pandemic and what kind of ratings CBS will get without the usual build-up. The look and play of the course in November and more details. Listen here:
Rob Fischer on College Football and Playoffs: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 25
November 09, 2020 21:30 - 16 minutes - 23 MBRob Fischer from Grind City Media joins Chris to look back at the weekend in college football and what a college football playoff would look like right now.
Ben Heisler on Betting Football Friday: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 24
November 06, 2020 21:04 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBSports Illustrated's Ben Heisler joins Chris to discuss the impact of betting markets on this week's election coverage, and preview the NFL weekend from a DFS and wagering perspective. Then, the debut of #GamblingBaby. Natalie, the 3-year old daughter of Chris' friend Dylan, makes her first NFL pick on the show.
Ben Fred Friday – November 6, 2020
November 06, 2020 06:21 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBWe talk managerial awards first today with Ben Frederickson of stltoday.com. His opinions of the winner are a bit different than Dan’s with attention paid to David Ross. Quite a few stand out players who could win the league mVp. Is it Freddie Freeman who was afflicted with CoVid? Juan Soto too? We talk it over. Where does Francisco Lindor fit? Cleveland needs to move him and just about any team could benefit from him, even the Cardinals. Where will Kolten Wong fit? Rumors are flying about N...
Danny Mac on Miley Cyrus, Kardashians, The Masters and List: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 23
November 05, 2020 22:10 - 52 minutes - 71.8 MBDanny Mac is in studio with Chris, and the guys cover a Miley Cyrus-Kardashian feud, Jerry Springer, figuring out how to get on the grounds at Augusta National, and a Thursday list
Chris May – SLU Sports Update
November 05, 2020 14:53 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MBChris May, Athletic Director for St. Louis University, is my guest this morning to chat with us about how his program is handling the pandemic and when we can expect a Billiken basketball schedule to come down. He talks about how inspiring and cooperative the students have been along the way. He fills us in on safety protocols and how psyched he is for this year’s men’s basketball team. Sounds like they could go a long way. Listen here.
PGA Bets, Joey Vitale and Webster U. Students: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 22
November 04, 2020 20:28 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBChris opens the show reflecting on his roundtable conversation with his Webster University sports broadcasting students about their "new normal" lives as student athletes amidst the pandemic, then shares a classic Joey Vitale story about Sidney Crosby from Joey's guest appearance speaking to the class. Rick Gehman joins the show to preview this weekend's Vivint Houston Open and also look ahead to The Masters.
Wednesday with Walton – November 4, 2020
November 04, 2020 16:00 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBThe Cardinals have cut Kolten Wong loose and many, many other questions loom for the off-season. We now see how many good quality players are available on the open market but, without a plan for fans in the stands, do the Cardinals have any idea about budget? If Wainwright and Yadi return, what is left to spend? We dive into it here with Brian Walton. More on the up-the-middle defensive holes and Tyler O'Neill's Gold Glove. Brian's thoughts on Gorman, Liberatore and the minor league plans for...
Webster University Student Athletes: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 21
November 04, 2020 00:05 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBIn a unique episode of The Chris Hrabe Show, Chris sits down with five of his sports broadcasting students from Webster University who are also student athletes. They discuss what the past few months have been like on campus and on (or off) the field/court/diamond, what they've learned to appreciate, and life as an NCAA athlete moving forward.
Chris Gervino – Mizzou Football Update
November 03, 2020 15:50 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MBChris Gervino, Mizzou football and basketball radio voice, joins me this morning to talk all about Coach Drinkwitz's team. His view of the fight in Florida and how the team is shaping up. Also thoughts on recruiting efforts and the status of Missouri men's basketball. Listen here:
Martin Kilcoyne: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 20
November 02, 2020 19:18 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MBMartin Kilcoyne, Sports Director for FOX 2 news in St. Louis, joins Chris today to talk all about the White Sox hiring Tony La Russa. Martin has a history with Tony and is one of the best to give us perspective on how the hire will pan out in Chicago. He also gives his opinion on free agency for Cardinals vets this off-season. Listen here:
Tony La Russa in Chicago: David Kaplan’s take on TLR Success
October 30, 2020 17:12 - 7 minutes - 9.98 MBDavid Kaplan of ESPN 1000 in Chicago joins me this morning to talk about the sentiment of Sox fans regarding the new hire. He also talks about the legacy that Tony La Russa holds and how long Kap thinks his city will have the Cardinals HOFamer as their manager. How will he handle the media? Will he embrace bat flips, social justice statements and new age baseball? Listen here:
Barstool Big Cat and Football Friday: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 19
October 30, 2020 16:44 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBChris is joined by Dan Katz (@BarstoolBigCat) to talk about life at Barstool during one of the craziest football seasons ever, and gives his insight on some of the craziest personalities that have appeared on "Pardon My Take." Then, Ben Heisler of Sports Illustrated jumps on to preview the weekend in football gambling and daily fantasy.
Ben Fred Friday – October 30, 2020
October 30, 2020 13:07 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MBA look at the Kolten Wong release, the “long, cold winter” ahead for free agents plus baseball’s budget, and Tony La Russa back in the dugout managing. Will we see him adapt to players these days or will his past stance on things affect his relevancy? Ben Frederickson also talks about the Cardinals ability to evaluate its own talent and need for slugging going forward. We talk about analytics and their place in baseball. Has it gone too far? Ben gives a great analogy for how statistics and h...
Danny Mac on Waino, Yadi, MLB Rules and List: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 18
October 29, 2020 17:58 - 51 minutes - 70.1 MBDanny Mac joins Chris in studio for their Thursday visit and a new Thursday list. Plus, the guys talk about the Adam Wainwright and Jack Flaherty interviews from earlier in the week, and some potential MLB rule changes that could be here to stay. Chris also gives his thoughts on the Cardinals declining Kolten Wong's option at the top of the show.
Jim Hayes & Rick Gehman Golf: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 17
October 28, 2020 18:46 - 41 minutes - 56.3 MBJim Hayes joins Chris to discuss the Cardinals upcoming offseason, and address sizzling allegations of greasing the palms of local youth umpires. Rick Gehman of RickRunGood.com is back to preview the PGA DFS weekend as the tour heads to The Bermuda Championship with The Masters just a few short weeks away.
Wednesday with Walton – October 28, 2020
October 28, 2020 14:14 - 14 minutes - 20.1 MBWhat happens now? The season is officially over and free agency for some popular Cardinals starts soon. We also talk about the questionable pitching change in last night’s Dodgers/Rays World Series game. Brian Walton looks at renewing Jeff Albert’s contract and if it’s time to scrap his approach. The numbers show that slugging is way down and the team is closing in on last in the league in hits. We talk DH for 2021 and more too:
Jack Flaherty: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 16
October 27, 2020 20:01 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MBJack Flaherty joins Chris to talk about heading into an offseason after a wild 2020 MLB season, his appreciation for Yadier Molina & Adam Wainwright, and what he's made of the rest of the professional sports world over the last few months. Chris and Jack also listen in to the first interview they ever did together, the night Flaherty was drafted by the Cardinals in 2014, and react to the chat six years later.
Adam Wainwright – October 27, 2020
October 27, 2020 14:00 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MBCardinals vet Adam Wainwright joins me today to talk about free agency, his attachment to Yadi and more. He gives us insight on how hard the shutdown was for him personally and his mentality for the complete game on his 39th birthday. Does he think about leaving St. Louis this year? Are he and Yadi a package deal? How close is a broadcasting career? An update too on his great charity, Big League Impact. Listen here:
Weekend Sports Roundup: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 15
October 26, 2020 18:48 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBChris gives his thoughts on the weekend, including Clayton Kershaw & the Dodgers taking a 3-2 lead over the Rays in the World Series, and Mizzou’s win over Kentucky.
Derrick Goold: Ex-Cardinals, Legitimacy of World Series, Neutral Site
October 26, 2020 14:35 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBDerrick Goold of stltoday.com reports to us live today from the World Series down in Texas. We get his thoughts on ex-Cardinal contributions to this intense series as well as reasons behind the trades that got them there. Some good information too on what could be a delayed spring training in 2021. He tells us about the neutral site and the chances of it lasting beyond 2020 plus some names potentially in the mix for the Cardinals to sign this off-season.
Football Friday – DFS Lineup and SEC Matchups: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 14
October 23, 2020 18:26 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBIt's a football Friday on The Chris Hrabe Show! Sports Illustrated's Ben Heisler helps set your DFS lineup and gives his perspective on the gambling markets, and Peter Edmiston from WHBQ Radio and The Athletic joins from Memphis with perspective from SEC Country.
Illini Football – Brian Barnhart – Season Opener Preview
October 23, 2020 14:02 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MBBrian Barnhart, voice of Fighting Illini football, joins me this morning to preview the start of their unique season tonight. The team heads to Madison with Lovie Smith and his staff. Some great transfer students to talk about as well as returning players. Brian says the receivers are as deep as they've ever been. We also discuss the recruiting efforts made in St. Louis and Missouri. Should be a fun 8+ games. Listen here:
Ben Fred Friday – October 23, 2020
October 23, 2020 10:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBTony La Russa managing again? It could happen in Chicago and a lot of Cardinals fans are behind it. We break it down with Ben Frederickson of stltoday.com. We talk about the Gold Glove nominations and the process behind it this year. No Yadi this year much to his chagrin. It’s all done by numbers this year which has propped up some unexpected names. Tyler O’Neill? Mookoe Betts is fun to watch and Randy Arozarena isn’t half bad either. Consensus is that the World Series will be entertaining ...
Danny Mac on NL Central Exodus, Lost Revenue and Yadi: The Chris Hrabe Show Ep. 13
October 22, 2020 16:55 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MBIt's Thursday, so that means Danny Mac is in studio hanging out with Chris on The Chris Hrabe Show! Chris & Dan talk about the players that are scattered around baseball from the NL Central clubs, and how financial implications of this offseason could impact how clubs operate at both the major league and minor league levels. Also, will Yadier Molina reach free agency, or re-up with the Cardinals first? Finally, it's another "Thursday List." This week, the topic is, "sports fans faux pas." Se...
Mike Shildt – Cardinals Update – October 22, 2020
October 22, 2020 13:46 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MBAn awesome visit with Mike Shildt, St. Louis Cardinals skipper, this morning, We talk about the toll the virus took on the team and how he heard not a single complaint. Listen to his description of the players mental strength through the two shutdowns and just how close they were to being called off. He says, "No one pointed a finger which could have been very easy to do." Also, he's got great things to say about Yadi's role for the club and how quantifiable his value is. A few points on the ...