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Sports Open Line

1,611 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratings

The nightly program has been a fixture on KMOX for many years and features a
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CLIP: Victor Scott II can be an ELITE in centerfielder right now

March 13, 2024 03:46 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MB

In this clip from Sports Open Line, Matt explains why Victor Scott II is making a case for an outfielder spot on the Opening Day roster, especially in light of injuries to Tommy Edman and Lars Nootbaar. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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.

Can Victor Scott II make the Cardinals' Opening Day roster?

March 13, 2024 01:25 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

In the second and final hour of the show, Matt is joined by Cardinals minor league writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch Daniel Guerrero to discuss minor league camp, prospects that stand out to him, and whether or not Victor Scott II has a chance to make the Cardinals’ Opening Day roster in light of Tommy Edman’s injury. Matt also explains why veteran shortstop Brandon Crawford helps the Cardinals get through 162 games, and shares St. Louis City SC head coach Bradley Carnell’s comments to ...

St. Louis University defeats Rhode Island 74-71, advances in A10 Tournament

March 13, 2024 00:19 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB

Matt Pauley is back in St. Louis! The first hour of tonight’s show is shortened as KMOX wraps up the broadcast of Billikens game, who defeated Rhode Island 74-71 in the first round of the Atlantic 10 Tournament in Brooklyn, NY. SLU will now face Duquesne tomorrow at 6:30PM CT. Matt discusses the win, whether there’s a chance they can make a run in the A10 Tournament, and Coach Travis Ford’s seat getting hot after a disappointing season. Matt wraps up Hour 1 with the latest from Cardinals Spr...

CLIP: Coach Travis Ford’s positive takeaways from a negative season

March 12, 2024 01:52 - 2 minutes - 2.69 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line. Tom Ackerman is joined by St. Louis University men’s basketball head coach Travis Ford who shares what he is most proud of from the 2023-24 season despite the lackluster results.

CLIP: Bradley Carnell: “We enjoy proving ourselves right”

March 12, 2024 01:46 - 2 minutes - 2.41 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line. Tom Ackerman is joined by St. Louis City SC head coach Bradley Carnell to discuss the team’s mood shift from its inaugural season to its second. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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.

St. Louis City SC draws vs Austin; Billikens face Rhode Island in A10 Tournament

March 12, 2024 01:42 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Tom Ackerman fills in for Matt Pauley, and in the second and final hour of the show, features his interviews with St. Louis City SC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel and head coach Bradley Carnell, who speak on the team’s last minute heroics that resulted in a draw vs Austin FC. Also featured is Tom’s interview with Travis Ford, St. Louis University men’s basketball coach, who discusses the team’s season-finale-win over St. Bonaventure and the upcoming Atlantic 10 tournament. Sports Open ...

CLIP: John Mozeliak: “Don’t read too much into performance yet”

March 12, 2024 01:40 - 2 minutes - 2.61 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line. Tom Ackerman is joined by Cardinals President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak who explains why we shouldn’t put much stock into Spring Training pitching performances. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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.

CLIP: Brendan Donovan shows support for veterans through Team Red, White & Blue

March 12, 2024 01:30 - 3 minutes - 2.96 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line. Tom Ackerman fills in for Matt Pauley and features his interview with Cardinals utiltyman Brendan Donovan who shares how he supports veterans through the organization Team Red, White & Blue. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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.

Sonny Gray is back on the mound throwing BP

March 12, 2024 00:28 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

Tom Ackerman fills in for Matt Pauley, and in the first hour of the show, shares the news that Cardinals pitcher Sonny Gray is recovering quickly through his hamstring strain and was back on the mound throwing a bullpen session today. Tom then features his interview with utiltyman Brendan Donovan who dives into his game and his support for veterans through the organization Team Red, White, and Blue. Also featured is Tom’s interview with President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak, who spe...

CLIP: Short offseason and tough schedule doesn't deter City SC

March 07, 2024 04:34 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Brian Dunseth, former MLS player and current MLS analyst for Apple TV+, to discuss St. Louis City SC and their resilience despite last year's disappointing loss in the playoffs and this year's elimination from the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyO...

CLIP: Should Dylan Carlson continue to switch hit?

March 07, 2024 04:24 - 2 minutes - 1.86 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt is joined by Rob Rains, founder and writer at STLSportsPage.com, to discuss the lefty-righty balance the Cardinals lineup currently has and whether Dylan Carlson's switch-hitting abilities are up to snuff. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM...

A full season of Sonny Gray is better than an Opening Day start; City SC takes on Austin FC Saturday

March 07, 2024 01:20 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

Sports Open Line is shortened to one hour tonight to make room for a special mid-week edition of the St. Louis City Soccer Report with Nate Gatter and Jen Siess. Matt is joined by Rob Rains, founder and writer at STLSportsPage.com, to discuss Cardinals Spring Training. The Cards have an off day today but will be back in action Thursday vs the Astros. Matt is also joined by Brian Dunseth, former MLS player and current MLS analyst for Apple TV+, to discuss St. Louis City SC and their determina...

CLIP: Oliver Marmol confident other pitchers can handle Opening Day

March 06, 2024 02:28 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt features Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol's comments to the media today, where he spoke on how the team will respond to Sonny Gray's hamstring injury which is putting his Opening Day start in question. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98....

Sonny Gray, John Mozeliak, and Oliver Marmol speak on Gray's injury

March 06, 2024 02:14 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

The second and final hour of tonight’s show is shortened as KMOX makes room for Billikens basketball. Matt Pauley features the comments of Sonny Gray, John Mozeliak, and Oli Marmol who spoke earlier today on Gray’s hamstring diagnosis, how the team will move forward, and the timeline on his recovery. Matt wraps up the hour previewing SLU’s game vs #25 Dayton. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by c...

CLIP: Arch Madness heats up downtown St. Louis this week!

March 06, 2024 01:59 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt is joined by Bally Sports Midwest studio host Scott Warmann to discuss a St. Louis staple: Arch Madness! The Missouri Valley Conference tournament begins Thursday, March 7th at the Enterprise Center. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7...

CLIP: How comfortable are the Cardinals in their rotation without Gray?

March 06, 2024 01:33 - 3 minutes - 2.91 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt is joined by Bally Sports Midwest studio host Scott Warmann to discuss Sonny Gray's hamstring strain and the team's comfort level in the rotation without Gray. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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.

Sonny Gray's Opening Day start "in question" after diagnosis

March 06, 2024 01:06 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt recaps the Cardinals’ Spring Training win over the Twins that saw Paul Goldschmidt hit a home run- the Redbirds’ first this Spring. Matt also dives into Sonny Gray’s hamstring tightness which may possibly delay the start of his season and takes your calls to get your thoughts. Bally Sports Midwest studio host Scott Warmann then joins the show to discuss the Cardinals’ plans in amid Gray’s injury and the Missouri Valley Conference basketball tournamen...

CLIP: Can the Cardinals survive without Sonny Gray in a worst-case scenario?

March 05, 2024 04:47 - 4 minutes - 4.46 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt debates how the Cardinals pitching staff can tackle a potential dilemma if starter Sonny Gray misses an extended period of time due to injury. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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.

CLIP: Cardinals Spring Training breeds generational talent ft. Joe Roderick

March 05, 2024 04:41 - 4 minutes - 3.79 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt catches up with Joe Roderick of ClaibsOnline team to discuss the generational talent that is always present at Cardinals Spring Training, whether they be on the field hoping to make the big league roster, or as a mentor and former player like Ozzie Smith. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeti...

Sonny Gray leaves mid-game with right hamstring tightness

March 05, 2024 02:08 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

Sports Open Line is shortened to one hour tonight as KMOX wraps up the broadcast of the Billikens Basketball Coaches Show. Matt shares the news that Sonny Gray left today’s Spring Training game with right hamstring tightness and questions whether the Cardinals are built to survive an extended period of time without their #1 starter if worst comes to worst. Matt also catches up with Joe Roderick of ClaibsOnline and features manager Oliver Marmol’s comments to the media on Masyn Winn’s progres...

Billikens Basketball Coaches Show - 3/4/24

March 05, 2024 01:29 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB

Tom Ackerman hosts the Billikens Basketball Coaches Show from Humphrey’s in Midtown and speaks with men’s head coach Travis Ford. The two discuss Saturday’s 94-91 win over Rhode Island, injuries that plague the team, and Senior Night which takes place Tuesday night as the Bills take on the Dayton Flyers.

CLIP: Cardinals looking to re-establish indentity in 2024

March 02, 2024 02:34 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt is joined by St. Louis Post-Dispatch sports columnist Benjamin Hochman to discuss the motivation last year's lackluster season has created in this year's club. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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.

CLIP: Victor Scott II has a chance to force the Cardinals' hand

March 02, 2024 02:25 - 2 minutes - 2.25 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt is joined by KSDK sports reporter Corey Miller to discuss the window of opportunity Victor Scott II has to make an impression on the Cardinals while Tommy Edman still recovers from wrist surgery. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, ...

2024 brings new opportunities for new Cardinals

March 02, 2024 02:21 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

In the second and final hour of tonight’s show, Matt is joined by KSDK sports reporter Corey Miller to discuss the Cardinals Spring Training storylines he’s most intrigued by, like: the development of Thomas Saggese and Victor Scott II, Sonny Gray’s acclimation to the Cardinals, what the clubhouse culture will be like with the addition of veteran players, and the pressure on manager Oli Marmol. Matt is also joined by St. Louis Post-Dispatch sports columnist Benjamin Hochman to discuss the “b...

CLIP: Can Willson Contreras be one of MLB's top catchers this season?

March 02, 2024 02:17 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Steve Greenberg, Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist, joins the show to give his take on the Cardinals from a Chicago perspective, Willson Contreras’ post-Cubs career, the disconnect between Contreras and his former manager David Ross, and the moves the Cubs made this offseason.  Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 43...

CLIP: Caitlin Clark's NCAA impact will follow her to the WNBA

March 02, 2024 02:13 - 3 minutes - 3.33 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Michael DeCourcy, college basketball columnist for Sporting News, joins the show to discuss the impact Caitlin Clark has made on not only women’s college basketball, but all of NCAA basketball. DeCourcy believes this impact will transition to the WNBA once she is drafted. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 ...

Is it possible to put an end to court-storming? / Willson Contreras can help rejuvenate Cards-Cubs rivalry

March 02, 2024 01:34 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt recaps today’s Cardinals happenings as they defeat the Mets in spring training action. The Cardinals are the only team not to hit a home run this spring. Should this be cause to worry? Pauley explains. Michael DeCourcy, college basketball columnist for Sporting News then joins the show to discuss the latest headlines from the world of college hoops: the future of court-storming in light of the injury to Duke’s Caleb Foster; Frustration from mid-major...

CLIP: The key for Miles Mikolas this season is pitch execution

February 29, 2024 02:29 - 1 minute - 1.74 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt features Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol's comments to the media, where he spoke on Miles Mikolas' early numbers and the biggest key to a successful season from the right hander. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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 Au...

St. Louis City SC eliminated from CONCACAF Champions Cup

February 29, 2024 00:57 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Tonight’s show is shortened as KMOX makes room for the broadcast of the St. Louis University vs. Richmond basketball game. Matt Pauley shares the news that the Cardinals lost their spring training game to the New York Mets today, and that St. Louis City SC has been eliminated from the CONCACAF Champions Cup with their 1-0 loss to Houston last night. Without being dismissive to the Champions Cup, Matt opines that continued success in MLS action outweighs a cup run. Also featured: Oli Marmol's...

CLIP: John Mozeliak and Oli Marmol on Brandon Crawford signing

February 28, 2024 02:33 - 4 minutes - 4.04 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt features the comments of Cardinals President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak and manager Oliver Marmol who spoke on the recent signing of veteran shortstop and longtime San Francisco Giant Brandon Crawford. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at ...

CLIP: Brandon Crawford on joining the Cardinals

February 28, 2024 02:26 - 4 minutes - 4.57 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt features the comments from newest Cardinal Brandon Crawford, who speaks on leaving his lifelong San Francisco Giants team for the Redbirds. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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.

Brandon Crawford on new digs; Sonny Gray makes Spring Training debut

February 28, 2024 02:21 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MB

In the second and final hour of tonight’s show, Matt features audio from the Cardinals’ newest shortstop Brandon Crawford, President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak, manager Oliver Marmol, and pitcher Sonny Gray from Spring Training. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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 Aud...

CLIP: CONCACAF format will test City SC's gameplan

February 28, 2024 01:31 - 3 minutes - 3.29 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line. Jen Siess, co-host of KMOX’s St. Louis City Soccer Report and sideline reporter for Y98, interviews former MLS player and Billiken alumni Brad Davis on the CONCACAF Champions Cup and how City SC will be tested in this format. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, ...

CLIP: What does the Champions Cup mean to City SC?

February 28, 2024 01:10 - 4 minutes - 3.98 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Jen Siess, co-host of KMOX’s St. Louis City Soccer Report and sideline reporter for Y98, joins the show to discuss the exposure St. Louis (both the team and the city) receives after qualifying for the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen ...

Sonny Gray named Opening Day starter; City SC continues play in Champions Cup

February 28, 2024 01:04 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley shares the news that Sonny Gray has officially been named the Cardinals’ Opening Day starter when the club faces the Los Angeles Dodgers on March 28th. Jen Siess, co-host of KMOX’s St. Louis City Soccer Report and sideline reporter for Y98, also joins the show to discuss City SC in Leg 2 of the CONCACAF Champions Cup, and her interview with St. Louis soccer legend and former MLS player Brad Davis is featured. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley...

CLIP: Oliver Marmol impressed by Victor Scott II’s speed

February 27, 2024 04:23 - 1 minute - 1.01 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt features manager Oliver Marmol’s comments to the media following today’s tie to the Marlins, where he touched on the elite speed and base-running abilities of prospect Victor Scott II. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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 f...

CLIP: Cardinals deal with Crawford not a “difference making move”

February 27, 2024 04:19 - 4 minutes - 4.04 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt explains the purpose behind the reported signing of free agent shortstop Brandon Crawford by the Cardinals and details why it is more of a disaster-prevention-sort-of move. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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 a...

Cardinals are signing veteran shortstop Brandon Crawford

February 27, 2024 02:12 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

Sports Open Line is limited to one hour tonight to make room for the Billikens Basketball Coaches Show. Matt Pauley broadcasts from Cardinals Spring Training in Jupiter, Florida and shares the news that the Cards are reportedly signing veteran shortstop free agent and longtime San Francisco Giant Brandon Crawford. How does this affect the roster leading up to Opening Day? What does this say about Tommy Edman’s role? Matt explains. Andrew Gavin, Athletic Director at Southern Illinois Universi...

Billikens Basketball Coaches Show - 2/26/24

February 27, 2024 01:16 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

In tonight’s edition of the St. Louis University Billikens Basketball Coaches Show, host Tom Ackerman is joined by men’s coach Travis Ford to discuss former Billiken Jordan Goodwin signing a two-way contract with the Memphis Grizzlies; UMass leaving the Atlantic 10 for the MAC; this year's performance, and more. Guards Cian Medley and Mike Meadows also join the show to share their backgrounds and the impact Coach Ford has had on them.

How much do we hold stock into Spring Training wins and stats?

February 24, 2024 04:18 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MB

In hour two, it's all baseball as Spring Training ramps up, and listen to a conversation between Matt Pauley and KMOV's Brenden Schaeffer. Also, Oli Marmol addressed the media and we play some audio from the Cardinals manager.

Looking ahead to City's MLS opener, is there any regression in their future?

February 24, 2024 04:08 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

In the first hour of Sports Open Line from Jupiter, Florida, Matt Pauley previews a big day for St. Louis sports tomorrow. The Cardinals play a split squad doubleheader to begin their Spring Training slate of games, and City SC have their first MLS regular season game. Hear more about City from Charles Boehm, writer for MLSSoccer.com. Mike Mitchell, pro football writer, joins the show to discuss everything Battlehawks.

CLIP: Who will be the next great Cardinal?

February 22, 2024 02:24 - 2 minutes - 2.56 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt Pauley asks you, "Who will be the next great Cardinal?" An easy answer may be already-established cornerstone players like Nolan Arenado and Paul Goldschmidt, but it's hard to ignore the promising potential of young guns like Jordan Walker, Masyn Winn, and Nolan Gorman. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-79...

CLIP: Sonny Gray will bring "ace mentality" to Cardinals

February 22, 2024 02:18 - 2 minutes - 2.22 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt is joined by FOX 2 and KPLR 11 sports reporter Kevin Ryans to discuss the competition among the starting rotation and the “ace mentality” Sonny Gray will bring to the 2024 club. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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 Aud...

Cardinals starting rotation will be competitive; Oli Marmol on Nolan Gorman's potential

February 22, 2024 02:13 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

In the second and final hour of tonight’s show, Matt is joined by FOX 2 and KPLR 11 sports reporter Kevin Ryans to discuss the latest storylines from Cardinals spring training, like Tommy Edman’s recovery from wrist surgery, Masyn Winn’s readiness for a full regular season, competition among the starting rotation, and the “ace mentality” Sonny Gray will bring to the club. Matt also features manager Oli Marmol’s comments to the media today, where he speaks on Nolan Gorman’s potential, his exc...

CLIP: A "horrible year" for SLU and Mizzou basketball

February 22, 2024 01:45 - 4 minutes - 4.05 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt recaps the disappointing losses of St. Louis University and Mizzou. SLU continues to struggle in A10 play under Coach Travis Ford, and Mizzou has yet to win a game in the SEC. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL 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 Audac...

CLIP: Does City SC's CONCACAF Round 1 win exorcise postseason demons?

February 22, 2024 01:39 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt is joined by Nate Gatter, host of KMOX’s St. Louis City Soccer Report, to discuss City SC defeating the Houston Dynamo 2-1 in Round One of the CONCACAF Champions Cup at CITYPARK and to find out if this win helps alleviate the sting of last season's early playoff exit. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900...

What will come of the “Boras Four?”; City SC defeats Houston Dynamo 2-1

February 22, 2024 01:09 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

Matt Pauley hosts Sports Open Line live from Cardinals spring training in Jupiter, Florida, and recaps the latest happenings from camp and St. Louis sports: Cardinals center fielder Tommy Edman is limited in his mobility after his offseason wrist surgery; the futures of MLB agent Scott Boras’ remaining free agents are still up in the air; the St. Louis University Billikens fall to Duquesne last night 81-66; and Mizzou basketball comes up short to No. 5 Tennessee 72-67 and have yet to win a g...

Spring Training Starts, Francois Leaves

February 20, 2024 02:04 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

Matt Pauley joins from Jupiter, FL to talk about Spring Training and Mizzou Athletic Director Desireé Reed-Francois leaving for Arizona, Paul Goldschmidt gives a veteran players perspective on how they should play and on Carpenter heading back, Marmol gives his daily audio and more.

Clip: Marmol: "The Goal is to win a World Series"

February 20, 2024 01:50 - 59 seconds - 949 KB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line 2/19/24   Marmol doesn't mince words in saying that the main goal is to win a world series.

CLIP: Paul Goldschmidt: "Continues focus on the [positives]"

February 20, 2024 01:30 - 37 seconds - 604 KB

This is a clip from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley: 2/19/24 Cardinals First Baseman Paul Goldschmidt says that he can play better this season and focus more on the positives as they begin spring training for the 2024 season.

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