Texas Rangers fans LOVE Jordan Montgomery; Pavel Buchnevich unlikely for Thursday

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley is joined by Texas Rangers pre/postgame host Jared Sandler to discuss the team’s 2-0 series lead over the Houston Astros in the ALCS and the stellar outings from former Cardinals pitcher Jordan Montgomery. Matt also features the comments from Blues coach Craig Berube who touches on Pavel Buchnevich’s injury status, Brandon Saad’s and Alexey Toropchenko’s line promotion, and what areas the team can improve on at this point in the season. Matt caps off the hour featuring Dan Patrick’s comments on Barry Melrose, who was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.

Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.