Sports Open Line

Cardinals Off Season ft. John Hancock

November 09, 2021 02:22 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Kevin Wheeler discusses possible Cardinals pickups in the off season with their salary cap, and how the lockout might look with the MLB labor dispute. Next, John Hancock joins Wheeler to talk Cardinals news, like Gold Glove winners and Mike Shildt being named an NL Manager of the Year finalist. Lastly, Wheels declares: “The Cubs will not be good.” Listen to Sports Open Line to find out why.

CLIP: Molina Wasn't Robbed of Gold Glove - Kevin Wheeler & Keith Costas

November 09, 2021 01:28 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MB

After the announcement of 5 Cardinals winning Gold Gloves, many fans were disappointed to not see catcher Yadier Molina on the list of winners. Are they justified in their disappointment? Listen to KMOX's Kevin Wheeler and Keith Costas of the MLB Network to find out.

Cardinals’ 5 Gold Glove Winners ft. Keith Costas, MLB Network

November 09, 2021 01:13 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Kevin Wheeler shares the recent news of the Cardinals Gold Glove winners: Paul Goldschmidt (1B), Tommy Edman (2B), Nolan Arenado (3B), Tyler O’Neill (LF), and Harrison Bader (CF). Keith Costas of the MLB Network joins Wheeler to elaborate.

SOL It's not about coaches and staff, it's about good players

November 06, 2021 01:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

Howard Richard joins Kevin Wheeler to pay respect to the late former Missouri Tigers football coach, Warren Powers. Later, they discuss the most important thing to have on a college football team.

SOL Blues Hockey Ft. John Kelly

November 06, 2021 00:12 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

John Kelly, TV play-by-play announcer for the St. Louis Blues, joins Kevin Wheeler this hour of Sports Open Line to discuss the latest for the Blues. Later, Wheeler talked on Dug Armstrong's statement about COVID practices this season.

SOL There still insn't a definitive way to measure the impact of a catcher

November 05, 2021 00:07 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

On today's short version of Sports Open Line, Kevin Wheeler dives deep into off season baseball, the standings and health of Cardinal players and who might get an invite to spring training, as well as the impact catchers can have on a team.

SOL Katie Woo ready to retire rookie reporter badge after this Cardinals season

November 04, 2021 01:04 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Katie Woo, staff writer for The Athletic covering the St. Louis Cardinals, joins Kevin Wheeler to discuss what she has seen from the Arizona Fall Leauge.

SOL Jeremy Rutherford shares how the Blues are doing so far

November 04, 2021 00:04 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MB

Jeremy Rutherford, senior writer for The Athletic covering the St. Louis Blues, jons Kevin Wheeler to discuss the Blues. Later, Wheeler discusses the end of the World Series.

Billikens Season Preview ft. Bob Ramsey

November 03, 2021 02:10 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

Kevin Wheeler opens the second hour of Sports Open Line discussing the potential MLB lockout in the winter and college football rankings. Next, the voice of the Billikens Bob Ramsey joins Wheeler to preview the upcoming basketball season for the Billikens, and of course talk a little baseball too.

World Series and Cardinals Talk ft. Ryan Fagan

November 03, 2021 01:42 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Kevin Wheeler has COVID, whoops! He broadcasts live from quarantine tonight for Sports Open Line, and speaks with Ryan Fagan of Sporting News to talk the World Series and the firing of former Cardinals manager Mike Shildt. Also, what kind of moves will the Cardinals make in the offseason? Should they pick up a new shortstop? A left-handed bat? Listen to what Wheels and Fagan have to say to find out. Find Ryan Fagan on Twitter at @RyanFagan.

Renaming, Blues, and the latest on the NFL lawsuit

October 30, 2021 01:04 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

In hour two, Kevin Wheeler discusses the complicated issue of renaming or rebranding sport teams with Native American name, imaging, and/or cheers. Later, Wheeler covers the latest on the Blues and the NFL lawsuit currently taking place in St. Louis.

All things baseball ft. Mark Saxon

October 30, 2021 00:01 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

Mark Saxon,senior writer for The Athletic, joins Kevin Wheeler to discuss all things baseball, including their World Series predictions.

Would you accept a new NFL franchise if they came to St. Louis?

October 29, 2021 00:03 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MB

Listen in to see how Kevin Wheeler and a portion of St. Louis would feel if there was a new NFL franchise located in St. Louis. Later, Kevin covers the latest in Cardinals baseball.

Josh Whitman and Sports All Over!

October 28, 2021 03:45 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

Kevin Wheeler talks with Illinois Athletic Director Josh Whitman about the Braggin’ Rights Game and the stunning upset by the Illini over #7 Penn State in 9 overtimes. Plus, he dives deeper into the updates with Blackhawks sexual assault scandal, and much more about SLU basketball injuries, Stan Kroenke angering the NFL, and Mike Girsch staying with the Cardinals.

The 2011 World Series: 10 Years Later w/ Freese, Carpenter, and Berkman

October 28, 2021 03:26 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

Kevin Wheeler reminisces on the 2011 World Series 10 years after Game 6, featuring interviews with Fall Classic MVP David Freese, Chris Carpenter, and Lance Berkman about that historic night!

Blues, Blackhawks, and Chris Rongey

October 27, 2021 02:03 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB

Kevin Wheeler talks with Chris Rongey about Oli Marmol being hired as the new manager of the Cardinals. Plus: how the Blackhawks are finding new lows after an independent investigation found higher-ups in the team knew about the sexual assault of a player by a coach.

Cardinals Talk ft. Will Leitch

October 27, 2021 01:45 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

Kevin Wheeler speaks with MLB.com columnist and author Will Leitch on new Cardinals manager Oli Marmol and the past season. Follow Will Leitch on Twitter @WilliamFLeitch

New Cardinals Manager Oli Marmol

October 26, 2021 00:34 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Kevin Wheeler compares the philosophies of old school vs new school baseball managers, with talk of Whitey ball and Tony La Russa’s ball clubs. Next, we hear from the 51st manager in St. Louis Cardinals history, Oli Marmol, who speaks with KMOX Sports Director Tom Ackerman about his new role. Oli Marmol was promoted to manager October 25th 2021 after the release of Mike Shildt from managerial duties earlier in the month. "A championship is the goal, and anything less than that, it is a disap...

Full Press Conference - Oliver Marmol named Cardinals manager

October 25, 2021 16:06 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MB

Take a listen to the full introduction and press conference of new Cardinals manager Oliver "Oli" Marmol.

LISTEN: Oli Marmol says he hasn't been a 'yes man' for Cardinals

October 25, 2021 13:13 - 3 minutes - 3.47 MB

In this interview from June 26, Oliver Marmol talks to KMOX's Mike Claiborne about his role as bench coach under then-manager Mike Shildt.

Rams Relocation Lawsuit ft. Daniel Wallach

October 23, 2021 01:03 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MB

Sports legal analyst and co-host of the Conduct Detrimental podcast joins to talk on the Rams relocation lawsuit currently taking place in St. Louis, as well as what kind of precedent the outcome will create. Listen in for more from Kevin Wheeler on Sports Open Line!

NFL Legal Issues and Potential Cardinals Managers

October 23, 2021 00:02 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Kevin Wheeler opens up tonight’s Sports Open Line with a discussion on what is, or isn’t, getting enough attention in the NFL. Later, Kevin talks on a few potential candidates for the Cardinals manager position, and so much more in the first hour of Sports Open Line!

Bullpen Management in the Playoffs

October 22, 2021 01:23 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

Kevin Wheeler breaks down the pitching management of the playoffs, especially with the Dodgers usage of pitchers and how their entire staff is being depleted with each game.

Chip Caray and the Braves/Cardinals similarities

October 22, 2021 00:15 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

With Game 5 in the NLCS tonight, Kevin Wheeler talks with Braves TV broadcaster and St. Louis product Chip Caray to talk about Atlanta's playoff run and how Atlanta and the Cardinals paths this season were pretty similar. Also, the Blues start off the season strong on the road!

Mizzou Football w Gabe Dearmond

October 21, 2021 01:36 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

Kevin talks more Cardinals baseball and the moves that need to be made for next season. Gabe D of powermizzou.com joins Kevin to talk college football, including Mizzou landing one of the top recruits in the country Luther Burton.

MLB Playoffs Talk w Scott Miller

October 21, 2021 01:34 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MB

Scott Miller joins to talk Game 4 of the NLCS happening tonight as well as the Cardinals lack of management after the firing of Mike Schildt.

Sabermetrics and the Cardinals ft. Rob Neyer

October 20, 2021 01:39 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MB

Kevin Wheeler shares the news of St. Louis University’s announcement to build a $20 million athletic facility. Next, Rob Neyer chats with Wheels about baseball analytics, sabermetrics, and of course, the Cardinals. Neyer is the Commissioner of the West Coast League, a collegiate summer baseball league, and is known for his use of sabermetrics in his work as a baseball writer.

Blues News ft. Bernie Federko

October 20, 2021 00:11 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Kevin Wheeler opens up tonight’s Sports Open Line with a discussion of baseball analytics and sabermetrics, before being joined by Bernie Federko to chat about the Blues young guns and the season thus far. The Blues are 2-0 with one more road game vs the Vegas Golden Knights before the home opener against the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday at 7:00PM CT. Also, some big news is announced…the number 1 wide receiver recruit in the country, Luther Burden of East St. Louis High School, chooses Mizzo...

Shildt’s Firing ft. Listeners’ Calls

October 19, 2021 02:08 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s edition of Sports Open Line, Kevin Wheeler talks what the future may hold for the open position as Cardinals manager. Wheels opens up the phone lines to hear your thoughts on the recent news. Was Shildt’s termination justified? Who willstep in to fill Shildt’s shoes? What will the next season look like? You tell us, on Sports Open Line.

Shildt’s Statement ft. Derrick Goold

October 19, 2021 00:41 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MB

Kevin Wheeler and lead Cardinals beat writer for the St. Louis Post Dispatch Derrick Goold discuss Mike Shildt’s statement made earlier today on his release from his managerial role for the Cardinals. Wheeler also dives into the meaning of “analytics” in baseball and the various terminology thrown around the game, like launch angle, spin rate, and exit velocity.

FULL STATEMENT: Ex-Cardinals manager Mike Shildt speaks after firing

October 18, 2021 16:52 - 10 minutes - 9.2 MB

Mike Shildt broke his silence Monday morning on KMOX since the shocking news that the former St. Louis Cardinals manager was fired.

LCS, Howard Richards & Blues Keys

October 16, 2021 01:02 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

Host Kevin Wheeler opens hour two by breaking down MLB’s LCS match-ups. Next, Mizzou football radio analyst Howard Richards joins Wheeler to get you set for this weekend’s home match-up against #21 Texas A&M. Finally, Wheeler goes over his three biggest keys to the Blues’ season.

Reshuffling the Cards

October 16, 2021 00:12 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MB

“I don’t know that there’s been a bigger misunderstanding this season around the Cardinals than their offensive turnaround.” Host Kevin Wheeler dissects the misconception surrounding the team’s re-commitment to offensive approach and explains how it relates favorably to Hitting Coach Jeff Albert. Wheeler later goes on to examine some of the top potential internal and external candidates for the organization’s open managerial role.

Mike Claiborne & Cardinal Calls

October 15, 2021 01:00 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

Cardinals broadcaster Mike Claiborne joins host Kevin Wheeler to examine the Cardinals’ firing of Manager Mike Shildt. For the remainder of the hour, Wheeler takes calls regarding the move.

Shildt Fired & Craig Berube

October 15, 2021 00:02 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

Host Kevin Wheeler opens tonight’s show by breaking down the Cardinals’ firing of Manager Mike Shildt. Next, Blues Head Coach Craig Berube joins Wheeler to provide insight on the team prior to Saturday’s season opener in Colorado. Later, Wheeler speculates as to how the Cardinals will go about hiring their new manager.

LIVE PRESS CONFERENCE: Cardinals announce firing of manager Mike Shildt

October 14, 2021 19:31 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

The St. Louis Cardinals fired manager Mike Shildt over "philosophical differences." The team made the announcement in a video conference Thursday morning.

Andy Strickland, Sooner Shutout & Schefter’s Editor

October 14, 2021 01:02 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

Andy Strickland of Bally Sports Midwest, KFNS and “The Cam and Strick Podcast” joins host Kevin Wheeler to preview the St. Louis Blues’ season opener and ensuing aspirations. Next, hear the quick and quirky story involving a student reporter covering a controversial Oklahoma Sooners’ football practice. Finally, hear the latest fallout regarding Adam Schefter and leaked NFL emails stemming from the league’s investigation in Washington.

Keith Costas & Cardinal Plans

October 14, 2021 00:01 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

Keith Costas of MLB Network joins host Kevin Wheeler to both break down the MLB postseason and discuss the Cardinals’ biggest off-season needs. Next, Wheeler investigates the free agent pitching market. Later, hear what Cardinals President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak had to say about desired depth in the rotation.

Gruden, Tom Dienhart & NHL

October 13, 2021 01:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

It was clear that Jon Gruden was going to be out as Raiders head coach following the string of offensive emails. What isn’t so clear to host Kevin Wheeler is: Who leaked the emails? Next, college football writer Tom Dienhart of GoldandBlack.com joins Wheeler to examine Saturday’s biggest outcomes and assess early playoff projections. Later, has collegiate athletes’ new ability to profit off name, image and likeness changed the experience of watching the games? Finally, it’s opening night in t...

TLR, Jay Jaffe & Gruden

October 13, 2021 00:26 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

White Sox Manager Tony La Russa is being criticized for some of his decisions in Chicago’s ALDS loss to the Houston Astros. Host Kevin Wheeler explains why the blame should instead fall on the players rather than the veteran skipper. Next, FanGraphs senior writer Jay Jaffe, author of “The Cooperstown Casebook,” joins Wheeler to break down the MLB Postseason and more. Later, Wheeler dives into the Jon Gruden story and what really put the former Raiders coach into hot water.

NFL Expansion Rumors ft. Mike Florio

October 12, 2021 01:09 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

Kevin Wheeler speaks with Mike Florio, writer for ProFootballTalk.com and host of talk show PFT Live, about possible NFL expansion teams and more of Stan Kroenke’s shenanigans. Mike also talks about his new book Playmakers: How the NFL Really Works (And Doesn’t).

ALDS and NLDS ft. Joe Sheehan

October 12, 2021 00:11 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line on KMOX, Kevin Wheeler opens with the reason we love sports- it’s because we may witness an unusual event that is rarely seen; two examples of which come from this year's MLB ALDS: The unusual ground rule double that bounced off Red Sox right fielder Hunter Renfroe and out of play in Game 3 of the Red Sox vs Rays series, and the odd base running maneuver by Yasmani Grandal in Game 3 between the Astros and White Sox. Later, Wheeler is joined by b...

Ryan Fagan & NFL Coaching Controversy

October 09, 2021 01:03 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

Sporting News senior MLB writer Ryan Fagan joins host Kevin Wheeler to share his big picture perspective of the 2021 Cardinals and more. Next, time for some pseudo football talk involving two NFL coaches, Jon Gruden and Urban Meyer, who are suddenly on the hot seat for detrimental conduct. Finally, Wheeler touches on some of the college football headlines heading into Saturday’s match-ups.

Cardinal Lessons & Blues Clues

October 09, 2021 00:47 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

What can the Cardinals learn from the teams still competing in the MLB postseason? Host Kevin Wheeler describes how the organization could address the off-season based on other successful franchises. Speaking of teams still playing, does Tyler O’Neill’s 2021 breakout performance make watching Randy Arozarena’s continued playoff success more bearable than last year? Transitioning to hockey, hear some of St. Louis Blues head coach Craig Berube’s address to the media regarding the team’s roster ...

The Strike Zone - Hr. 2 ft. Ricky Horton

October 08, 2021 01:03 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Cardinals broadcaster Ricky Horton joins host Kevin Wheeler to share his expertise on what transpired last night in Los Angeles and where the organization goes from here. Later, Wheeler discusses MLB’s looming CBA discord and what we learned this season from a Cardinals’ roster perspective. Finally, he summarizes how some of the team’s highest-ranked prospects fared this year.

The Strike Zone - Hr. 1 ft. Will Leitch

October 08, 2021 00:09 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

Mike Shildt and Alex Reyes are seemingly receiving the brunt of the blame from Cardinals fans regarding last night’s loss in the NL Wild Card game. Host Kevin Wheeler explains why the guilt should logically be spread around more members of the roster. MLB columnist Will Leitch joins Wheeler to reflect on the loss, the season as a whole and what the organization needs to do this off-season. Later, Wheeler examines possible methods to solidify the pitching staff for the 2022 campaign.

The Strike Zone - Hr. 2 ft. Derrick Goold

October 06, 2021 01:02 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Host Kevin Wheeler opens hour two by letting you hear from Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado, who addressed the media today in Los Angeles. Next, St. Louis Post-Dispatch lead Cardinals beat writer Derrick Goold calls in from LA to provide the latest information on tomorrow night’s match up. Later, hear Cardinals manager Mike Shildt’s address to the media from earlier this evening. Finally, Wheeler examines the team’s outfield production throughout the season and what it means going forward.

The Strike Zone - Hr. 1 ft. John Mozeliak

October 06, 2021 00:04 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

Cardinals President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak joins host Kevin Wheeler to provide perspective on the moves that helped get the team to the Wild Card game and to assess the organization’s outlook for Wednesday and beyond. We also hear a little from Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright prior to taking the mound in tomorrow night's match up in Los Angeles.

Wild Card Match-Up ft. Mike Ferrin

October 05, 2021 01:28 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

Kevin Wheeler opens the second hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line with a preview of the pitching matchup between Adam Wainwright and Max Scherzer in the upcoming Wild Card game, and speaks with Diamondbacks radio host Mike Ferrin (@mike_ferrin) on the tail end of the baseball season. Lastly, Wheels discusses: is it fair for a team with 106 wins (aka the Dodgers) to play in a do-or-die Wild Card game?

Cardinals Regular Season Wrap-Up ft. Bill DeWitt Jr.

October 05, 2021 00:08 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

Kevin Wheeler recaps the 2021 St. Louis Cardinals regular season, and previews the Wild Card game between the Cards and the Dodgers on Wednesday. Wheeler also speaks with Cardinals owner Bill DeWitt Jr. about the crazy win streak and Mike Shannon’s final year in the broadcast booth. Audio from Mike Shannon’s celebration ceremony before the final game of the regular season is also played.

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