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Sports Open Line

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Gonzaga may join BIg 12 Conference

November 03, 2022 01:21 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley shares today’s college football news: Kansas has suspended coach Bill Self for 4 games in an infractions case, and Gonzaga wants to join the Big 12 Conference. Mike Tanier of Football Outsiders then joins the show to discuss news across the NFL, including the potential sale of the Washington Commanders by owner Dan Snyder. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 4...

Cardinals prospects in the Arizona Fall League ft. Brian Walton

November 03, 2022 00:23 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MB

This is a segment from the first hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Brian Walton, owner/operator of TheCardinalNation.com, joins the show to discuss how soon we may see Jordan Walker and Masyn Winn in the big leagues, pitcher Connor Thomas who has become a "strikeout machine" in the Arizona Fall League, and the route the Cardinals may take to acquire a replacement for Yadier Molina Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. Join the show by calling or texting ...

“I’ve been horrible” -Ryan O’Reilly on Blues losing streak

November 03, 2022 00:13 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley is joined by Brian Walton, owner/operator of TheCardinalNation.com to bring updates on Cardinals prospects in the Arizona Fall League, and who stands out besides the big names like Jordan Walker and Masyn Winn. Matt also features post-practice comments from Blues head coach Craig Berube and captain Ryan O’Reilly, both of whom explain what needs to happen in order for the team to end their five-game losing streak. Also discussed: my...

Too early for Blues to play the blame game ft. Daniel Esteve

November 02, 2022 00:28 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt is joined by Daniel Esteve, sports anchor at Fox 2, to discuss college football rankings, what’s going wrong with the Blues, Billikens soccer, and City 2 soccer. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. 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.

Nolan Arenado and Brendan Donovan win Gold Gloves

November 02, 2022 00:14 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley shares today’s Cardinals news: Nolan Arenado has won his tenth consecutive Gold Glove at third base, and rookie Brendan Donovan has won his first Gold Glove as a utility man! Daniel Esteve, sports anchor and reporter at Fox 2 News, then joins the show to discuss college football rankings, what’s going wrong with the Blues, Billikens soccer, and City 2 soccer. Matt also features audio from Blues head coach Craig Berube and general manager Doug ...

The Blues need more from Jordan Kyrou ft. Scott Warmann

October 29, 2022 01:16 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

This is a segment from the second hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Scott Warmann of Bally Sports Midwest joins the show to discuss the Blues recent losing streak and how more an be expected from Jordan Kyrou.  Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. 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.

The Blues have lost 3 in a row...but it's early

October 29, 2022 01:14 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley is joined by Scott Warmann of Bally Sports Midwest to discuss the Blues’ recent losing streak and how more an be expected from Jordan Kyrou. Also discussed: Blues postgame audio after their loss to the Nashville Predators; college football news; and Tom Brady's divorce of Gisele Bündchen. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @Mat...

Phillies and Astros meet in Game 1 of World Series

October 29, 2022 00:11 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley is joined by Scott Lauber, Phillies reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, to discuss the team entering the World Series as a Wild Card team to face a tough Houston ball club. Matt then crosses the aisle to discuss the Astros with Patrick Creighton of ESPN 97.5 in Houston. Matt caps off the hour by sharing that there are zero black baseball players in this year’s World Series, and what Major League Baseball can do to spread the game in urban ...

World Series preview ft. Ryan Fagan

October 28, 2022 00:10 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Sports Open Line is limited to just one hour tonight due to Thursday Night Football. Matt Pauley shares today’s baseball news: Minute Maid Park in Houston will close its roof for Game 1 of the World Series, and Milwaukee Brewers President of Baseball Operations David Stearns has stepped down. Ryan Fagan of the Sporting News then joins the show to preview the World Series between the Phillies and Astros which begins Friday at 7pm. Also discussed: The Cardinals’ outfield production in review ...

Adam Wainwright doesn't want "final season hoopla"

October 27, 2022 01:24 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley spends the entire hour recapping John Mozeliak and Adam Wainwright’s press conferences today. Adam Wainwright expresses his disappointment in how this season ended and discusses his late season struggles. Also featured: John Mozeliak on Nolan Arenado’s contract, and Waino’s push to convince Arenado to stay in St. Louis. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-...

Cardinals to search externally for catcher ft. Carter Chapley

October 27, 2022 00:26 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

This is a segment from the second hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Carter Chapley of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch joins the show to recap what was discussed in today's press conference with John Mozeliak: the Cardinals need for an everyday catcher, some of the coaching staff will not be returning, and the payroll will increase.

Adam Wainwright will return to the Cardinals for final season

October 27, 2022 00:15 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley is joined by Carter Chapley of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch to discuss all of today’s big Cardinal news: Mike Maddux and Jeff Albert will not be returning; Adam Wainwright will play one more year; the Cardinals are in the market for a catcher; and the Cardinals payroll will increase. St. Louis Blues’ head coach Craig Berube’s post-practice comments are also featured, and we learn that the Chief doesn’t like Halloween candy.

Is Dusty Baker Hall of Fame bound? ft. Matt Snyder

October 26, 2022 01:14 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

This is a segment from the second hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt Snyder from CBS Sports joins the show to discuss the MLB postseason, Matt’s pick for the World Series, the Marlins hiring Skip Schumaker as manager, and Dusty Baker’s likelihood of entering Cooperstown. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. 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...

Blues sign Tyler Pitlick to one-year deal

October 26, 2022 01:12 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley explains why Coach Eli Drinkwitz won’t give up play-calling (at least this year). Matt is then joined by Matt Snyder of CBS Sports to discuss the MLB postseason, Matt’s pick for the World Series, the Marlins hiring Skip Schumaker as manager, and Dusty Baker’s likelihood of entering Cooperstown. Later, Matt features the post-practice comments from St. Louis Blues head coach Craig Berube, new signee Tyler Pitlick, and the recently a...

Miami Marlins hire Skip Schumaker as manager ft. Craig Mish

October 26, 2022 00:23 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

This is a segment from the second hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Craig Mish joins the show to discuss the Miami Marlins hiring former Cardinals player and bench coach Skip Schumacher to be their manager. Craig is an MLB Network contributor, the Senior Baseball Contributor at the Miami Herald, and is the host of the Miami Marlins podcast “Swings and Mishes.” Craig also weighs in on who the Cardinals can pursue to replace Yadier Molina. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs week...

Centene Stadium is now CITYPARK

October 26, 2022 00:17 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley shares the news that Centene has backed out of its naming rights contract with St. Louis City SC’s stadium, which has now been renamed to CITYPARK for the time being. St. Louis University Billikens radio color commentator Earl Austin, Jr. then joins the show to discuss the upcoming Billikens basketball season and their exhibition game Monday night vs. UMSL. Matt and Earl also discuss standout players like Yuri Collins and Sincere Parker, while...

Anyone can win a five game series ft. Maury Brown

October 22, 2022 01:10 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt is joined by Maury Brown, Forbes contributor and member of the Baseball Writers Association of America to discuss the greatest story lines in this year’s MLB season and postseason. Anyone can win a five game series we have found out, but is that good for baseball and its fans? Maury thinks so. He also weighs in on potential expansion markets that we may see in the near future.

Sports Execs Should Just Admit They're Tanking!

October 22, 2022 01:06 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley is joined by Maury Brown, Forbes contributor and member of the Baseball Writers Association of America to discuss the greatest story lines in this year’s MLB season and postseason. Anyone can win a five game series we have found out, but is that good for baseball and its fans? Maury thinks so. Also discussed this hour: Lance McCullers Jr's champagne bottle injury delays his scheduled start; the Texas Rangers hire Bruce Bochy as ma...

Billikens Season Preview & Lindenwood's Impressive Football Season ft. Bob Ramsey

October 22, 2022 00:16 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

This is a segment from the second hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. The play-by-play voice of St. Louis University basketball and Lindenwood football Bob Ramsey to discuss the Billikens’ upcoming season, the Lions’ impressive inaugural D1 season, and what the Cardinals need to improve on. 

St. Louis Blues name Craig MacTavish new assistant coach

October 22, 2022 00:13 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley is joined by the play-by-play voice of St. Louis University basketball and Lindenwood football Bob Ramsey to discuss the Billikens’ upcoming season, the Lions’ impressive inaugural D1 season, and what the Cardinals need to improve on. Also discussed: St. Louis Blues name Craig MacTavish new assistant coach; Blues post-practice audio; and NLCS updates. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. Join the show by calling or...

Mizzou vs Vanderbilt is as close to "must-win" as it gets ft. Randy Moehlman

October 21, 2022 01:26 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

This is a segment from the second hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Randy Moehlman, PA voice of Mizzou and the play-by-play announcer for SIUE women’s basketball, joins the show to discuss Luther Burden and Mizzou's upcoming homecoming game vs Vanderbilt this Saturday. If it's not a must-win game, it's as close as it gets!

Blues Defeat Kraken 4-3 in Overtime

October 21, 2022 01:18 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley shares some good news for those who are angry at Apple TV+…their streaming minutes just can’t match other streaming services. Matt also dives into Mizzou football, college football across the country, and SIUE athletics with Mizzou PA and SIUE play-by-play announcer Randy Moehlman. Also featured on tonight's Sports Open Line: Craig Berube and Justin Faulk’s postgame comments after the Blues’ 4-3 overtime win in Seattle; Vladimir T...

The problems with off days in the MLB postseason ft. Joe Sheehan

October 21, 2022 00:26 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

This is a segment from the first hour of Thursday night's Sports Open Line. Joe Sheehan of the Joe Sheehan Baseball Newsletter joins Matt Pauley to point out faults in the 2022 MLB Postseason format.

Nolan Arenado projected to win another Gold Glove

October 21, 2022 00:12 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley finds fault in how Seattle chose their top 3 stars in last night’s Blues vs Kraken game, and opines that too many baseball teams are okay with losing.  Matt is joined by two baseball writers this hour: Joe Sheehan of the Joe Sheehan Baseball Newsletter, and Jay Jaffe of Fangraphs. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen ...

Craig Berube not concerned with Pavel Buchnevich's condition

October 20, 2022 01:23 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley discusses an urn containing ashes found at a golf course in St. Louis; Pavel Buchnevich’s condition after he left practice; Colton Parayko’s 500th game, and two college wrestlers who survived a grizzly bear attack in Wyoming. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. 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 Auda...

Mizzou football has a mountain to climb ft. Howard Richards

October 20, 2022 00:30 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB

This is a segment from the first hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Howard Richards, Mizzou football analyst on the Tigers Radio Network, joins the show to lament the team’s recent struggles, preview Saturday’s homecoming game vs. Vanderbilt, and to discuss Luther Burden. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. 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.

SEC Men's Basketball Preseason Poll

October 20, 2022 00:22 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley is joined by Howard Richards, Mizzou football analyst on the Tigers Radio Network, to discuss the team’s recent struggles and preview Saturday’s homecoming game vs. Vanderbilt. Also discussed: SEC men’s basketball preseason poll, Phillies vs Padres updates, the great points Frank Cusumano made on last night's show, and the importance of developing pitching. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. Join the show by call...

"Houston's gonna roll New York" ft. Jesse Rogers

October 19, 2022 01:28 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

This is a segment from the second hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Jesse Rogers, baseball reporter for ESPN, joins the show to discuss the "final four" in the MLB postseason and his predictions for each series.

Cardinals Need a Stellar Starter

October 19, 2022 01:11 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley shares the news of the Yankees’ advancement to the ALCS after defeating the Cleveland Guardians and revisits the Harrison Bader-Jordan Montgomery trade. Jesse Rogers, who covers major league baseball for ESPN, then joins the show to discuss the “final four” that remain in the postseason. KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano also joins the show to discuss the Cardinals’ need for a stud starter and replacement for Yadi, and how impre...

Blues have goal-scoring in their DNA ft. Andy Strickland

October 19, 2022 00:26 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

This is a segment from the second hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Andy Strickland, the rinkside reporter for Bally Sports Midwest, joins the show to discuss this year's Blues squad and how it's in their DNA to score goals. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. 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.

Rams owner Stan Kroenke to pay $571m of lawsuit settlement

October 19, 2022 00:24 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley is joined by St. Louis Blues rink side reporter for Bally Sports Midwest Andy Strickland to discuss this year’s Blues squad. Also discussed: Craig Berube’s post morning skate comments; the Yankees advance to the ALCS; NHL salary cap may increase; Stan Kroenke must pay $571 million of the NFL’s St. Louis settlement; and Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder is trying to rub dirt on other owners. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknigh...

Blues need Jordan Binnington at his best ft. Tom Timmermann

October 18, 2022 01:33 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

This is a segment from the second hourSports Open Line. Tom Timmermann, sports columnist for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, joins Matt Pauley to discuss early impressions of this year's St. Louis Blues team and what they need to do to be playoff contenders. Hint: Jordan Binnington and the defense need to be performing in top notch form. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. ...

Blues Defeat Blue Jackets in Season Opener

October 18, 2022 01:20 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley is joined by Tim Timmermann of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch to discuss early impressions of this year’s St. Louis Blues team and what they need to do to be playoff contenders. Also discussed: The Cardinals extend the contracts of General Manager Michael Girsch and scouting director Randy Flores, the Cleveland Guardians, and the Alabama vs Tennessee game. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX 1120AM and 98...

Cardinals may need to look outside organization for catching ft. Mike Claiborne

October 18, 2022 00:16 - 10 minutes - 10 MB

This is a segment from the first hour of Sports Open Line. Mike Claiborne of the Cardinals Radio Network and ClaibsOnline.com joins Matt Pauley to discuss the Cardinals and the MLB postseason. Hot topics include: the hopeful returns of Adam Wainwright and Nolan Arenado, where the Cardinals can obtain catching in 2023, and what went wrong in the playoffs.

MLB's Postseason Format is Too Random

October 18, 2022 00:12 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley recaps this weekend’s Blues and Chiefs games before being joined by Mike Claiborne to discuss the Cardinals and the MLB postseason. Hot Cardinal topics include: the hopeful returns of Adam Wainwright and Nolan Arenado, where they might obtain catching in 2023, and what went wrong in the playoffs. Matt also discusses the complete randomness of the MLB posteason, and why the "best" team isn't always the team that comes out on top.

"A tough rebuild" for Mizzou Football ft. Dennis Dodd

October 15, 2022 01:44 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

This is a segment from the second hour of Sports Open Line. Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports then joins the show to discuss college football across the country, in particular the Alabama vs Tennessee game on Saturday, and the ever-struggling Mizzou Tigers.

Craig Berube and Blues Ready for Home Opener

October 15, 2022 01:10 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley previews the Blues home opener by playing Craig Berube’s comments after today’s practice. Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports then joins the show to discuss college football across the country, in particular the Alabama vs Tennessee game on Saturday, and the ever-struggling Mizzou Tigers. Later, the phone lines open up and we take your calls to hear your memories of Hall of Famer reliever Bruce Sutter. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley air...

Remembering Bruce Sutter with Rick Hummel, Kyle McClellan, and Ron Jacober

October 15, 2022 00:09 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

The entire first hour of Sports Open Line is dedicated to the recently passed Bruce Sutter. Matt Pauley is joined by Hall of Fame baseball writer Rick Hummel, former Cardinal pitcher Kyle McClellan, and former KMOX Sports Director Ron Jacober to pay their respects to the Hall of Fame reliever. Sutter was a 1982 World Series Champion. six-time all star, five-time National League saves leader, and Cy Young Award winner. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX 1120AM an...

The Grandest Stage: A History of the World Series ft. Tyler Kepner

October 13, 2022 01:28 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line. Matt Pauley is joined by New York Times baseball columnist Tyler Kepner to discuss his book The Grandest Stage: A History of the World Series. The 11-time World Series Champions St. Louis Cardinals get their fair share of coverage in the book! Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX 1120AM and 98.7FM. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir.

Pick One: Dylan Carlson or Lars Nootbaar

October 13, 2022 01:27 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley is joined by New York Times baseball columnist Tyler Kepner to discuss his new book The Grandest Stage: A History of the World Series. Later, Matt poses a hypothetical scenario: if you had to keep one player, would you keep Dylan Carlson or Lars Nootbaar? Your answers are unanimous! Later, Matt shares the news of Davante Adams facing assault charges after pushing a photographer after a game.  Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley air...

Pitching Mechanics ft. Tom House

October 13, 2022 00:12 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line. Matt Pauley is joined by former pitcher and current pitching instructor Tom House who analyzes Adam Wainwright's shortened pitching stride due to a comebacker that hit his knee.

Adam Wainwright tweets explanation of late season struggles

October 13, 2022 00:07 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley discusses Adam Wainwright’s series of tweets explaining his late season struggles due to a comebacker that hit his knee. To further elaborate on Waino’s season (and some Mizzou football), Brenden Schaeffer of KMOV joins the show. Tom House, former big league pitcher and now pitching instructor, also joins Matt to analyze Adam Wainwright’s pitching motion after his knee injury. Also discussed: The Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills are th...

"I've never seen Andy Reid so angry" -Blair Kerkhoff

October 12, 2022 01:38 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line. Blair Kerkhoff of the Kansas City Star joins the show discuss the Chiefs’ comeback win over the Las Vegas Raiders and a roughing-the-passer call that riled up Andy Reid and footlbal fans everywhere. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX 1120AM and 98.7FM. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir.

NFL Needs to Fix Roughing the Passer Rule

October 12, 2022 01:26 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley is joined by Blair Kerkhoff of the Kansas City Star to discuss the Chiefs’ comeback win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday and the fans’ disdain of the officiating. Also discussed: Carolina Panthers fire head coach John Hancock and Michael Kelley also join the show to relive some of the finer moments of this year’s Cardinals season despite its abrupt postseason ending. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on ...

The Randomness of the Postseason ft. Rob Rains

October 12, 2022 00:17 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

This is a segment from Tuesday's Sports Open Line. Rob Rains of STLSportsPage.com joins the show to discuss the Cardinals playoff elimination, Nolan Arenado's contract, the legendary careers of Pujols and Molina, and what may happen in the offseason. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX 1120AM and 98.7FM. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir.

Cardinals Playoff Postmortem

October 12, 2022 00:12 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley has the unfortunate responsibility to relive the Phillies sweep of the Cardinals in the Wild Card Round and takes your calls to get your thoughts. Rob Rains of STLSportsPage.com also joins the show to dissect the Cards’ quick playoff stint and to explain why he thinks Nolan Arenado won’t opt out of his contract. Sports Open Line airs weeknights 6-8pm when the Cardinals have the night off. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or ...

“It’s impossible to predict the playoffs!” -Ryan Fagan

October 08, 2022 01:14 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Ryan Fagan, the Senior MLB Writer at The Sporting News, joins Matt to discuss the Cardinals Game 1 loss to the Phillies.  

Where (or when) did it go wrong for the Cardinals in Game 1?

October 08, 2022 01:11 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley continues to take your calls and texts after the Cardinals loss to the Phillies. Ryan Fagan, Senior MLB writer at The Sporting News, then joins the show to discuss the game and what went wrong for the Redbirds late in the game. Later, Oliver Marmol’s postgame comments are heard. Sports Open Line airs weeknights 6-8pm when the Cardinals have the night off. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @...

"Don't doubt these guys" -Bengie Molina on the Cardinals

October 08, 2022 00:32 - 10 minutes - 9.84 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Bengie Molina, former catcher and now-Spanish broadcaster for the Cardinals, joins the show to discuss the Cardinals loss to the Phillies, the must-win game tomorrow, and what may be his brother Yadi's last few days in the big leagues.

Cardinals Lose Game 1 of Wild Card to Phillies

October 08, 2022 00:18 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley recaps the Cardinals loss to the Phillies and takes your calls and texts. Bengie Molina also joins the show to discuss the game and what may be his brother Yadi's final major league game this weekend. Sports Open Line airs weeknights 6-8pm when the Cardinals have the night off. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir.

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