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Bill McDermott

July 08, 2021 00:06 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

Sir Soccer, Bill McDermott, calls in to talk European and South American international soccer as both continents are in the midst of crowning a champion. Host Joe Pott also takes a look at the top major sports headlines making waves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joan Niesen

July 07, 2021 00:50 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Writer and podcaster Joan Niesen of Religion of Sports joins host Kevin Wheeler to talk Cardinals baseball, MLB’s sticky substance scandal, the accusations against Dodgers’ pitcher Trevor Bauer and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Woes & Waino

July 07, 2021 00:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

The Cardinals offense has certainly struggled, but it wasn’t expected to be great. Host Kevin Wheeler looks at what is really holding the club back. Next, he dives into why Adam Wainwright has continued to have so much success this season. Finally, hear Cardinals manager Mike Shildt address the media prior to tonight’s game in San Francisco. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sticky Situation

July 02, 2021 01:12 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

Have you heard the fued between Twins third baseman Josh Donaldson and White Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito? Host Kevin Wheeler runs through the soundbites and dissects the situation, which revolves around the league’s current foreign substance crackdown. He also gets you set for tonight’s Cardinals and Rockies game in Denver, Colorado. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strike Zone ft. Mike Ferrin & Thomas Harding

July 01, 2021 01:14 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

The Cardinals are eight games back in the division, but host Kevin Wheeler explains why it’s too early to panic. Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio’s Power Alley and the D-Backs broadcast team joins Wheeler to chat about the National League Central, Willy Adames’ impact on the Brewers, the Redbirds’ woes, the MLB sticky substance scandal and more. Wheeler opens hour two discussing why the league’s labor dispute most likely assures that Nolan Arenado will not opt out of his contract after this...

Strike Zone June 23, 2021 Stephanie Apstein, Xavier Scruggs

June 23, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 64 MB

Sports Illustrated Senior Writer Stephanie Apstein joins Kevin Wheeler talking about baseballs biggest problem at the moment with pitchers using sticky stuff. Former Cardinal and host of MLB “The Bigs” podcast Xavier Scruggs talks his new role with the Cardinals and his podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Mulder

June 22, 2021 00:03 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Host Kevin Wheeler discusses the problems the St. Louis Cardinals currently face in the middle of the season. Then, Kevin talks golf and baseball with former Cardinals pitcher, Mark Mulder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strike Zone June 16,2021 Kyle McClellan and Jim Duquette

June 17, 2021 01:08 - 1 hour - 66.8 MB

Ex-Cardinals Pitcher Kyle McClellan joins Kevin Wheeler to talk about the current state of the Cardinals and the pitcher useing sticky stuff for a better grip on the ball. Then, former MLB GM JIm Duquette joins the show to talk all things baseball and the centeral division. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Barnhart

June 12, 2021 01:03 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

What does the return of injured shortstop Paul DeJong mean for the Cardinals lineup? Host Kevin Wheeler tells you why the added depth could be a big boost. Next, college football writer and SEC broadcaster Tony Barnhart joins Wheeler to analyze the exciting new 12-team playoff proposal for the 2023 postseason. Finally, Wheeler explains why, contrary to the views expressed by some, he believes the new format actually would add legitimacy to more regular season games. See omnystudio.com/listen...

Zach Silver

June 12, 2021 00:12 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

MLB.com Cardinals beat writer Zach Silver joins host Kevin Wheeler from Chicago to convey today’s Wrigley Field full capacity atmosphere, discuss the bullpen battle and preview tomorrow’s match up featuring John Gant against Cubs starter Kyle Hendricks. Wheeler later dives into Carlos Martinez’ Jekyll and Hyde 2021 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Motte

June 11, 2021 01:05 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

Host Kevin Wheeler opens hour two by continuing to look at the MLB market for pitching help. Next, Cardinals 2011 World Series champion Jason Motte joins Wheeler to talk memories, Adam Wainwright and the upcoming Motte Foundation Corn Hole Challenge. Finally, Wheeler dives into this weekend’s match up in Chicago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Hayes

June 11, 2021 00:04 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

Tyler O’Neill has been one of the most productive hitters in baseball since his return from injury. Host Kevin Wheeler analyzes the stats and whether or not O’Neill’s stellar production will last. Next, Cardinals reporter Jim Hayes of Bally Sports Midwest joins Wheeler to discuss O’Neill, the remarkable ongoing career of Cardinals starter Adam Wainwright and to preview this weekend’s important Central Division showdown against the Cubs in Chicago. Later, Wheeler takes a look at the current ML...

Polo Ascencio & Brian Walton

June 08, 2021 01:10 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

Host Joe Pott talks about the current situation of the St. Louis Cardinals with Cardinals' spanish radio broadcaster Polo Ascencio. Then, Joe talks about with Brian Walton of the The Cardinals Nation to discuss what is going on down in the Cardinals' farm systems. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Benjamin Hochman

June 08, 2021 00:14 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

Host Joe Pott talks about this rough week in Cardinals baseball. Joe also speaks with Benjamin Hochman of the St. Louis Post Dispatch about the Cardinals struggles and injuries and talks about his book "11 in 11" which goes back to the Cardinals' World Series win in 2011. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Sheehan

June 03, 2021 00:26 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Cardinals ace Jack Flaherty is on the IL with a significant oblique injury. Host Kevin Wheeler investigates how long he could be out based on similarly diagnosed pitchers. Next, hear the most realistic ways the organization could look to fill the void and why trading for an arm at this point in the season seems unlikely. Baseball writer Joe Sheehan joins Wheeler to discuss steps necessary to fix the game and why the MLB should use other major professional sports leagues as examples of produc...

Derrick Goold & Mike Shildt

June 02, 2021 01:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Host Kevin Wheeler discusses the test the Cardinals rotation is set to undergo now that starting pitcher Jack Flaherty is heading the Injured List. St. Louis Post Dispatch baseball writer Derrick Goold joins Wheeler from Los Angeles to talk all things Cardinals prior to game two against the Dodgers. Hear Manager Mike Shildt’s pregame meeting with the media discussing how the team plans to work around Flaherty’s IL stint. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay Jaffe

June 01, 2021 23:59 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

Baseball writer Jay Jaffe of FanGraphs joins host Kevin Wheeler to compare age and performance in this year’s MLB, provide national perspective on Yadier Molina, the Cardinals’ National League Central odds and much more. Wheeler also examines his up-to-date NL Wild Card contenders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cardinals | Memorial Day Projections

June 01, 2021 02:02 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

Kevin Wheeler takes a look at Cardinal stats a third of a way through the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cardinals Open Line

May 29, 2021 01:32 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Manager Mike Shildt addresses the media prior to game two of the Cardinals’ four-game series in Arizona. The skipper touches on Ryan Helsley’s dynamic performance, Tyler O’Neill’s impressive return and more. Host Kevin Wheeler analyzes the team’s outfield production, with specific emphasis on O’Neill and Dylan Carlson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Ferrin

May 29, 2021 01:18 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

Arizona Diamondbacks radio host Mike Ferrin, also of MLB Network Radio, joins host Kevin Wheeler to give the opponent’s perspective prior to game two of a four-game series tonight in the desert. The duo also discusses the Chicago Cubs’ outlook as a competing team with multiple players nearing ends of their contract. Wheeler also provides updates and perspective on Cardinals injured starting pitcher Miles Mikolas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shildt's Thoughts

May 28, 2021 01:26 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

Hear Cardinals Manager Mike Shildt’s comments to the media regarding the return of Tyler O’Neill, yesterday’s substance abuse controversy, the health of Andrew Miller, Miles Mikolas and more. Host Kevin Wheeler also dives into Carlos Martinez’s underlying numbers prior to toeing the slab tonight in the desert. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Neyer

May 28, 2021 00:28 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MB

There’s no crying in baseball, but there sure seems to be a lot of talk about cheating lately. Baseball writer Rob Neyer joins host Kevin Wheeler to break down substance abuse in the game and assess why some of the youngest hitters in baseball are outshining their veteran counterparts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jody Oehler

May 27, 2021 01:09 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MB

Sports talk radio host Jody Oehler of Fox Sports 910 in Phoenix joins host Kevin Wheeler to preview this weekend’s 4-game series in Arizona between the Cardinals and D-Backs. The duo also discusses Madison Bumgarner’s trade potential and what lies ahead for the Arizona Cardinals. Later, Wheeler analyzes how the Chicago Cubs could potentially look to handle this year’s MLB trade deadline and thus affect the National League Central. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eno Sarris

May 26, 2021 23:59 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

Baseball writer Eno Sarris of The Athletic joins host Kevin Wheeler to weigh in on the substance abuse controversy now surrounding Giovanny Gallegos’ confiscated hat and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strike Zone ft. Mark DeRosa & Jim Deshaies

May 21, 2021 01:23 - 1 hour - 66 MB

Sixteen-year MLB utility player Mark DeRosa, current co-host of “MLB Central” on the MLB Network, joins host Kevin Wheeler to discuss the Cardinals and Cubs rivalry, Yadier Molina’s discipline, Adam Wainwright’s creativity and his early National League Pennant contenders. Twelver-year MLB pitcher Jim Deshaies, current Chicago Cubs television analyst on the Marquee Sports Network, joins Wheeler to take us behind enemy lines as the Central Division rivals are set to face off for the first time ...

Greg Wyshynski

May 18, 2021 01:02 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Host Kevin Wheeler starts the hour talking about the NHL playoffs that have just gotten started and he talks with ESPN.com writer Greg Wyshynski about the Blues' odds and what it will take for them to get past the Colorado Avalanche. Then Kevin talks more baseball in the second half of the hour inlcuding giving his thoughts on Manny Machado's hard slide into Tommy Edman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katie Woo

May 18, 2021 00:07 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Host Kevin Wheeler spends the hour talking about the St. Louis Cardinals season so far as they have completed a quarter of the season. Part of that conversation involves Katie Woo, who covers the Cardinals for The Athletic as they discuss the high walk rate from the Cardinals' pitching staff and the offense has looked much better this year compared to last, why is that? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeremy Rutherford

May 15, 2021 01:01 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

Blues beat writer Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic joins host Kevin Wheeler to share his insight on the team’s round one playoff match up against the Colorado Avalanche. Did you hear Ryan O’Reilly guarantee the Blues are going to beat them? Wheeler examines if national projections agree with the Captain. Finally, he gives his own prediction for the series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bird Talk

May 15, 2021 00:26 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

Host Kevin Wheeler runs through a variety of Cardinals baseball topics prior to tonight’s first pitch in San Diego. He analyzes some of the recent roster moves and Paul DeJong’s placement on the disabled list. Hear what manager Mike Shildt had to say about how the organization plans to fill the void left at short stop. Also, new rumblings about free agent Albert Pujols. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strike Zone ft. Zach Silver & Scott Miller

May 14, 2021 01:07 - 1 hour - 63.4 MB

Cardinals beat writer Zach Silver of MLB.com joins host Kevin Wheeler to discuss the impacts of Harrison Bader’s return to centerfield, Dylan Carlson’s bump to the second spot in the lineup and the team’s corner infield production. Columnist, MLB Network Radio analyst, “Ninety Percent Mental” co-author and Bally Sports San Diego contributor Scott Miller joins Wheeler to break down the Padres’ ongoing COVID issues and brainstorm ways to grow the game. Wheeler also examines Jack Flaherty’s impr...

Charlie Marlow & Doug Russell

May 11, 2021 01:04 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MB

Host Kevin Wheeler talks with Charlie Marlow about everything St. Louis sports. Then, Kevin talks with Doug Russell to discuss the upcoming series against the Milwuakee Brewers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bernie Federko

May 11, 2021 00:09 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

Bernie Federko joins host Kevin Wheelr to discuss the end of the Blues regular season and what to look forward to for the playoffs. How good is Conor McDavid? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strike Zone ft. Keith Costas & Jim Callis

May 07, 2021 01:02 - 1 hour - 62.8 MB

Keith Costas of MLB Network joins host Kevin Wheeler to tell you why a reunion is not in the cards for recently DFA’d slugger Albert Pujols. The duo also discusses the Cardinals’ early season takeaways and how the game can be fixed to satisfy a faster pace. MLB Pipeline senior writer Jim Callis joins Wheeler to talk Cardinals prospects and the long-awaited return of Minor League Baseball. Wheeler also discusses hypothetical changes to the strike zone and dives into further detail regarding Al...

Rained Out ft. Scott Warmann

May 05, 2021 02:08 - 1 hour - 55 MB

The Cardinals and Mets were “rained” out tonight in St. Louis, leading to an impromptu edition of the show in which host Kevin Wheeler focuses on his early season takeaways and assurance not to judge too much based off of what you have seen thus far. Hear audio from President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak address injury news regarding young reliever Jordan Hicks. Bally Sports Midwest host Scott Warmann joins Wheeler to analyze the team’s hot starting pitching, Tommy Edman’s hot bat and...

Rained Out ft. Scott Warman

May 05, 2021 02:08 - 1 hour - 55 MB

The Cardinals and Mets were “rained” out tonight in St. Louis, leading to an impromptu edition of the show in which host Kevin Wheeler focuses on his early season takeaways and assurance not to judge too much based off of what you have seen thus far. Hear audio from President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak address injury news regarding young reliever Jordan Hicks. Bally Sports Midwest host Scott Warman joins Wheeler to analyze the team’s hot starting pitching, Tommy Edman’s hot bat and ...

The Strike Zone ft. Will Leitch & Rob Biertempfel

April 30, 2021 01:26 - 1 hour - 62.1 MB

MLB columnist Will Leitch joins host Kevin Wheeler to review the Cardinals recent stretch of play. Pittsburgh Pirates beat writer Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic arms us with the knowledge needed for this weekend’s three-game series in Pittsburgh. Wheels also digs into why the Phillies retaliated to an accident, Justin Williams’ worrisome home stand and the leading cause of the league’s high strike out rate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strike Zone ft. Brad Lidge & J.J. Cooper

April 23, 2021 01:01 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Former MLB closer Brad Lidge of MLB Network Radio joins host Kevin Wheeler to explain this season’s sluggish offensive numbers and provide a national perspective on NL Central hierarchy. Baseball America Executive Editor J.J. Cooper joins Wheeler to dissect what he sees in the Cardinals farm system. Wheeler also sums up the argument for exit velocity, spreads concern throughout the lineup and analyzes the rotation’s promising week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cards' Offensive Outlook

April 22, 2021 01:12 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

Matt Carpenter and Paul Goldschmidt are sharing some similar stats at the plate. Host Kevin Wheeler examines the details and explains why fan reaction is so different for the two players. Hear which other Cardinal should see greater offensive success going forward based off of underlying measures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strike Zone Hour 2-Scott Franzke and Derrick Goold

April 16, 2021 01:01 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MB

Kevin Wheeler previews the upcoming Cardianls series with the Philles with Scott Franzke the play-by-play voice of the Phillies. Then, Kevin counties his converstaion with Derrick Goold about rule changes in MLB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strike Zone Hour 1- Derrick Goold

April 16, 2021 00:03 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MB

Kevin Wheeler starts off this hour by talking with St. Louis Post Dispatch Caridnals beart writer Derrick Goold about the current events of the Cardianls and the moves made today. PLus, Kevin talks bout Jackie Robinson day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eli Drinkwitz

April 15, 2021 01:07 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

Kevin Wheeler starts off this hour by making his case for Yadier Molina being a Hall of Famer. Also, Kevin previews the upcoming series with the Phillies coming up this weekend. Then, Kevin catches up with Mizzou head football coach Eli Drinkwitz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Reardon & Bob Costas

April 10, 2021 01:03 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

Dan Reardon, KMOX Golf Analyst covering The Masters, joins host Kevin Wheeler to break down the leader board and get you set for this weekend’s final two rounds at Augusta National. Next, hear Baseball Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Costas of MLB Network, a KMOX alumnus, discuss Cardinals Opening Day tradition and the 2021 version of the club. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opener Takeaways

April 10, 2021 00:08 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

With the Cardinals Home Opener in the rearview mirror, host Kevin Wheeler runs through his biggest takeaways. Hear what Adam Wainwright has to say about playing with Nolan Arenado, where Wheeler has his biggest offensive concerns and what has him optimistic about the bullpen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keith Law

April 03, 2021 01:02 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

A lot happened both last year and in this off-season that vaulted certain teams to new expectations. Host Kevin Wheeler warns you about which overrated teams to be wary of. Baseball writer Keith Law of The Athletic, author of “The Inside Game,” talks predictions, biases, the NL Central and Dylan Carlson. Wheeler closes with a little Final Four talk and Blues hockey analysis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bengie Molina

April 03, 2021 00:12 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

Twenty-four hours removed from the Cardinals 11-6 Opening Day win in Cincinnati, host Kevin Wheeler runs through his takeaways now that the dust has settled. Bengie Molina, World Series champion, two-time Gold Glove Award winner and Cardinals Spanish Radio analyst, discusses his brother Yadier and the rest of the Redbirds roster. Did you hear the 2021 MLB All-Star Game got moved out of Atlanta due to political controversy? Wheeler throws in his two cents. And how much should the league take f...

Lance McAlister

April 01, 2021 01:01 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

Unlike in 2020, the Cardinals will actually play teams from other divisions this season. Host Kevin Wheeler examines the rest of the National League, starting with the East. Next, Cincinnati Reds pre and post-game radio host Lance McAlister of 700 WLW shares his thoughts on the Redlegs’ roster, the division’s power rankings and why fans from The Queen City have their arms folded in skepticism. Later, Wheeler analyzes the NL West where it looks like a two-team race between the Dodgers and Padr...

Greg Amsinger

April 01, 2021 00:03 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

Cardinals ace Jack Flaherty will make his second career Opening Day start tomorrow afternoon in Cincinnati. Host Kevin Wheeler tells you why we should expect long term success this season from the 25-year-old right hander from Burbank, California. Next, MLB Network host Greg Amsinger honors the career legacy of Cards broadcaster Mike Shannon, sizes up the National League and explains why he thinks the Redbirds will walk to a division title. Last but not least, can you guess which St. Louis fa...

Casey Stern

March 31, 2021 00:11 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

How do the Cardinals stack up to the rest of the NL Central? Host Kevin Wheeler compares and contrasts depth charts throughout the division. MLB Network Radio’s Casey Stern drops on to offer a national perspective, which includes harsh assessment of the Chicago Cubs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Claiborne

March 30, 2021 01:59 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

This afternoon, a KMOX listener asked host Kevin Wheeler an intriguing question: Who is to blame for Paul DeJong, Lane Thomas and Harrison Bader’s regressions. Wheeler discusses if “regression” is the right term for each individual. Cardinals broadcaster Mike Claiborne joins the show on his ride home from Jupiter to lend his insight on the team’s lineup, bench, rotation and more. Finally, Wheeler examines the Blues’ recent struggles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derrick Goold & Mo

March 30, 2021 00:12 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Now that Spring Training has officially ended, Post-Dispatch Cardinal beat writer Derrick Goold joins host Kevin Wheeler to recap a few somewhat surprising roster decisions. Hear audio from team President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak regarding the state of the group heading into Opening Day. Wheeler also explains how the MLB is incentivizing its players to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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