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Sports Open Line

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The nightly program has been a fixture on KMOX for many years and features a
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Cardinals and Jordan Hicks in discussion for multi-year extension

July 26, 2023 00:26 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley shares Katie Woo’s report that stated the Cardinals and reliever Jordan Hicks are in talks of a multi-year extension, and Matt explains why Hicks may be better suited for the closer role than the injured Ryan Helsley. Jon Shestakofsky, VP of Communications & Education at the Baseball Hall of Fame joins the show to discuss Scott Rolen’s induction and the influx of Cooperstown for induction weekend. Diamondbacks radio broadcaster Chris Garagiola...

Adam Wainwright returns to the starting rotation

July 25, 2023 01:09 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MB

The second and final hour of tonight’s show is shortened to make room for the Cardinals pregame show. Matt discusses the return of Adam Wainwright into the rotation and how it impacts the team at this point in an already (somewhat) hopeless season. Matt also explains why blaming the World Baseball Classic for the Cardinals’ struggles is revisionist history and changes the narrative of what is truly the source of the problem. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX...

Cardinals lose 3 of 4 to Cubs, squashing any late-season hope

July 25, 2023 00:39 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt recaps the tough series the Cardinals played in Chicago, losing three of four games to the Cubs. This disastrous series may have killed any semblance of hope of a possible late-season push that may have affected John Mozeliak’s mindset going into the trade deadline. Matt also shares Bob Nightengale’s report which stated that catcher Willson Contreras is indeed on the trading block, and the phone lines open up to get your thoughts on the situation. Ma...

Missed calls affected outcome of Cardinals-Cubs game ft. Jared Wyllys

July 22, 2023 01:26 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Chicago baseball writer for CHGO Sports Jared Wyllys joins the show to discuss the Cardinals-Cubs series, the missed calls in today’s game by home plate umpire Ron Kulpa, and what’s expected of the Cubs at the trade deadline. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM,...

ESPN in talks with pro sports leagues as "Strategic Partners"

July 22, 2023 01:23 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

In the second and final hour of tonight’s show, Matt is joined by Chicago baseball writer for CHGO Sports Jared Wyllys to discuss the Cardinals-Cubs series, the missed calls in today’s game by home plate umpire Ron Kulpa, and what’s expected of the Cubs at the trade deadline. Matt also opines on a potential “strategic partnership” between ESPN and sports leagues, like the NFL or NBA, which would be bad news for regional sports networks. Matt wraps up the hour sharing the news that St. Louis ...

St. Louis City SC acquires Iclandic forward Nökkvi Thórisson ft. Nate Gatter

July 22, 2023 00:45 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Nate Gatter, host of the St. Louis City Soccer Report, joins the show to discuss Vanderbilt football receiving five votes to win the SEC this year in a poll, and how the mid-season acquisition of Icelandic forward Nökkvi Thórisson by St. Louis City SC affects this year’s squad.   Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tw...

Cardinals drop game 2 to the Cubs at Wrigley

July 22, 2023 00:43 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt recaps the Cardinals loss to the Cubs today and the egregious missed calls by home plate umpire Ron Kulpa. Nate Gatter, host of the St. Louis City Soccer Report, then joins the show to discuss Vanderbilt football receiving five votes to win the SEC this year in a poll, and St. Louis City SC signing Iclandic forward Nökkvi Thórisson. Matt caps off the hour sharing the news of Cardinals pitcher Genesis Cabrera being traded to the Toronto Blue Jays for ...

How the MLS All Star game differs from other All Star games

July 20, 2023 01:13 - 10 minutes - 9.85 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Charles Boehm, soccer writer found at MLSsoccer.com, joins the show to discuss the MLS All Star Game, how it differs from other all star games in North American sports, and what we might expect to see from St. Louis City SC all stars Roman Burki and Tim Parker.  Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @Ma...

Analyzing John Mozeliak's comments on the trade deadline

July 20, 2023 01:12 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MB

In the second and final hour of tonight’s show, Matt is joined by national soccer writer Charles Boehm to discuss the MLS All Star Game, how it differs from other all star games in North American sports, and what we might expect to see from St. Louis City SC all stars Roman Burki and Tim Parker. Matt caps off the show by dissecting the comments made by Cardinals President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak to the media as the team approaches the trade deadline. Sports Open Line with Matt ...

Can the Cardinals scrounge up anything salvageable this season? w/ Frank Cusumano

July 20, 2023 00:24 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano joins Matt to discuss his conversation with Whitey Herzog and what he thinks of the 2023 Cardinals. Matt and Frank also dive into what the Cardinals might do at the trade deadline, John Mozeliak’s press conference, how the World Baseball Classic affected the team, and which college basketball team he’s most looking forward to this year. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on...

Cardinals win 5th in a row, sweeping the Marlins

July 20, 2023 00:22 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt recaps the Cardinals sweep of the Marlins after coming off a 6-3 win at home today before they head off to Chicago. Matt is joined by Spanish play-by-play voice Polo Ascencio and KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano to discuss the Cardinals as they approach the trade deadline, and whether it’s too late for the team to scrounge up something salvageable this season. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinal...

The Strike Zone: How will the Redbirds retool for the 2024 season?

July 14, 2023 01:29 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

It's the Strike Zone, a baseball focused second hour of tonight's Sports Open Line. With the deadline looming at the end of the month, what can we expect from the Cardinals? Joe Pott talks with Will Leitch, MLB columnist, and asks him about how the rest of the season might play out. Jesse Doughtery, of The Washington Post, joins the show to preview the Cards first series of the second half with the Nationals.

City SC falls against the reigning champs LAFC, looking forward to Saturday vs Inter Miami

July 14, 2023 01:12 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

We kick off another edition of Sports Open Line, hosted by Joe Pott, and he is joined by the voice of City on Y98, Joey Zanaboni, and he recaps last night's loss against LAFC, and gives his expectations on Saturday's showdown against Inter Miami at CITYPARK. Joe talks about local schools at the D1 level, as well as college athletes and NIL deals.

MLB keeps it international in 2024; Big opportunity for City SC

July 13, 2023 01:02 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

In our second hour we take a look at all of the 2024 International Series' that were announced by MLB today. Plus, 'St. Louis City Soccer Report' host Jen Seiss ahead of tonight's City SC match with defending champs LAFC.

The life of a backup catcher; College heavy MLB draft

July 13, 2023 00:02 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

Joe Pott is in tonight to host SOL and in the first hour we stay on the diamond. We talk with Tim Brown about his new book, "The Tao of the Backup Catcher" out now and Jonathan Mayo recaps the MLB draft.

St. Louis as a soccer destination; Same view of the All-Star Game?

July 12, 2023 01:05 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

In the second hour of tonight's show we talk with "Mr. Soccer" Bill McDermott about CITY SC, US Soccer and St. Louis as a soccer destination. Plus, a KMOX conversation with Brett Hull and some of your calls.

Alternative storylines at the All-Star Game; Northwestern football hazing allegations

July 12, 2023 00:02 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

Joe Pott is in for Matt Pauley over the next few nights and in the first hour we talk with Joe Roderick live from the All-Star Game at T-Mobile Park in Seattle. Plus, Dennis Dodd on the situation unfolding with Northwestern football.

Launch angle is a stat, not a technique!; Potential shortened MLB schedule

June 27, 2023 01:09 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

In the second and final hour of tonight’s show, Matt goes on a tirade about the announcing in ESPN’s broadcast of the Cardinals-Cubs game in London. KMOV sports anchor and reporter Tamar Sher also joins the program to discuss the Cardinals, negative criticism reaching Adam Wainwright, and City SC. Matt wraps up the show weighing the pros and cons of a shorter, 154-game MLB regular season schedule. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games...

Adam Wainwright leaves Twitter; Brewers may be interested in Tyler O'Neill

June 27, 2023 00:10 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt recaps the London Series between the Cardinals and Cubs discusses Adam Wainwright’s decision to deactivate his Twitter account after receiving criticism of his performance vs the Cubs in the London Series. MLB Insider for FanSided Robert Murray then joins the show to give insight into a possible trade involving sending Tyler O’Neill to the Brewers, and the hot streak the Cincinnati Reds are on with Elly de la Cruz and the returning Joey Votto. Matt w...

What can the Cardinals get in return for Tyler O'Neill?; Mizzou's Kobe Brown drafted by LA Clippers

June 24, 2023 01:04 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

In the second and final hour of tonight’s show, Matt explains what a possible trade involving Cardinals outfielder Tyler O’Neill might look like, and is then joined by “Mr. Soccer” Bill McDermott to share what his level of concern is for a struggling and injured City SC squad, the impact Messi will have on MLS (and America), and the electric atmosphere of CITYPARK. Corey Miller, KSDK sports anchor and avid Seinfeld fan, also joins the show to discuss the London Series between the Cardinals a...

London Series Fan Fest; City SC faces San Jose tomorrow

June 24, 2023 00:08 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt speaks with baseball broadcaster Tyler Maun on the events in London leading up to the Cardinals-Cubs series, the popularity of baseball amongst the Brits, and how important the Cardinals are to Major League Baseball to score this opportunity and the 2024 game vs the San Francisco Giants at Rickwood Field. MLS analyst for Apple TV+ Danielle Slaton then joins the show to discuss a struggling St. Louis City SC who is fresh off a Wednesday night loss to ...

Cardinals face Cubs in London this weekend; Rob Manfred regrets immunity granted to Astros

June 23, 2023 01:03 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

It’s the Strike Zone, a special baseball-only hour of Sports Open Line! Matt Pauley is joined by Scott Miller of the New York Times and MLB Network Radio to discuss the London Series between the Cardinals and Cubs, and MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred regretting granting immunity to cheating Astros players. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Li...

Former Blues elected into Hockey Hall of Fame; City SC falls to Real Salt Lake

June 23, 2023 00:14 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt previews the Cardinals-Cubs series in London, and is joined by St. Louis Blues writer for NHL.com and The Hockey News Lou Korac to discuss former Blues being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Nate Gatter, host of KMOX’s St. Louis City Soccer Report, also joins the show to explain what went wrong in City’s loss to Real Salt Lake, and what to expect this weekend vs San Jose. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barri...

An NL Central rival may be interested in Tyler O’Neill

June 22, 2023 01:19 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MB

In the second and final hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley shares some baseball gossip after hearing about a fellow NL Central team expressing interest in Cardinals outfielder Tyler O'Neill. KMOV sports anchor Bryan Kennedy also joins the show live from CITYPARK to discuss City SC, their match vs Real Salt Lake, and the Cardinals amid a lousy NL Central. Also discussed: MLB may want to split up divisions into “pods” after adding 2 expansion teams. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs wee...

Cardinals fall to Nationals 3-0; City SC struggles amid injuries

June 22, 2023 00:25 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

The first hour of Sports Open Line is shortened as KMOX wraps up coverage of the Cardinals-Nationals game. Matt Pauley takes your calls on the Cardinals who fall 3-0 in Washington D.C., and is then joined by MLS commentator for Apple TV+ Kyndra de St. Aubin to discuss St. Louis City SC and their game vs Real Salt Lake.

Should Jordan Hicks remain the Cardinals' closer when Helsley returns?

June 20, 2023 01:18 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MB

Sports Open Line is limited to an hour tonight as KMOX wraps up our postgame coverage of the Cardinals’ comeback win over the Nationals. Matt Pauley is joined by Daniel Esteve of FOX 2 to discuss the Cards’ three game winning streak and the injuries that continue to plague St. Louis City SC. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at...

Cardinals @ Mets preview with Tim Britton + your calls on the Cards

June 16, 2023 01:22 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

In the second and final hour of tonight’s show, Matt is joined by New York Mets beat writer for The Athletic Tim Britton to preview the Cardinals next series in the Big Apple and takes your calls on the Redbirds’ struggles. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.

Blues hire new coaches Mike Weber and Michael Babcock; City SC vs Nashville preview

June 16, 2023 00:22 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MB

The Cardinals didn’t play today, so they didn’t lose! In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley is joined by St. Louis Blues rinkside reporter for Bally Sports Midwest Andy Strickland who discusses the Blues hiring Mike Weber as assistant coach and Michael Babcock as skills coach. Matt is also joined by MLS announcer for Apple TV+ Jake Zivin to discuss St. Louis City SC’s season thus far and to preview their match up vs Nashville. To cap off the hour, Matt goes over MLB Commissioner R...

Cardinals continue to struggle in subpar NL Central; Nuggets win NBA Championship

June 15, 2023 01:27 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

In the second and final hour of tonight’s show, Matt continues to take your calls on the Cardinals struggles and is joined by Foul Territory TV host Scott Braun to elaborate on the lackluster St. Louis club, and who he thinks stands out in an underwhelming NL Central. Ryan Kaufman, host for Xtra Sports 1300 in Colorado Springs, CO, then joins the show to discuss the 2023 NBA Champions, the Denver Nuggets. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardina...

Cardinals get swept by Giants at home in three-game series

June 15, 2023 00:17 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley has to be the bearer of bad news as he dissects today’s Cardinals loss to the Giants as they get swept in the three-game home series. Benjamin Hochman, sports columnist at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, joins the show to discuss the ongoing struggle, and what potential changes he’d like to see made to turn this thing around. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling ...

Kerrick Jackson, new MIZ basebll coach; Cardinals vs Reds preview

June 09, 2023 01:42 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

It’s the Strike Zone, a special baseball-only hour of Sports Open Line! Matt Pauley is joined by Kerrick Jackson, the new head baseball coach at the University of Missouri discuss his recent hiring and to break the news that he will be bringing on former head coach Tim Jamieson as an assistant. Matt is also joined by Cincinnati Reds beat writer for MLB.com Mark Sheldon to talk about the surprisingly-hot Reds club, rookie Elly de la Cruz. and their upcoming series vs the Cardinals. Sports Op...

New Mizzou Baseball Head Coach Kerrick Jackson

June 09, 2023 00:50 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Kerrick Jackson, the new head baseball coach at the University of Missouri, joins Matt to discuss his recent hiring and breaks the news that he will be bringing on former head coach Tim Jamieson as an assistant. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on...

PGA/LIV Golf merger; Leo Messi to Inter Miami in MLS

June 09, 2023 00:16 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley is joined by: -KMOX’s Golf Insider Dan Reardon to discuss the PGA/LIV merger -MLS studio analyst Apple TV Sacha Kljestan to discuss Lionel Messi’s decision to sign with Inter Miami of MLS and to preview City SC vs the LA Galaxy Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7F...

Extra Time: June 3rd, 2023 Hour 2

June 04, 2023 05:01 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB

Bill McDermott is joined by St. Louis City SC Broadcasters Joey Zanaboni, Dale Schilly and Coach Jen Siess to discuss today's winning game, next weeks game and the MLS and soccer as a whole.

Extra Time: June 3rd 2023 Hour 1

June 04, 2023 04:09 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

Bill McDermott is at The Pitch Athletic Club after the sweeping 3-0 win of St. Louis City SC vs. the Houston Dynamos, First joining him is Former Houston Dynamos player Brad Davis on what he feels about the team and the other parts of the MLS and other Soccer games and then Jack Stapleton, retired bank executive and soccer fan about how STL City is helping the city and about the Children's Miracle Network and how the team can recruit people from all over for businesses.

Cardinals @ Pirates preview; Jordan Walker recalled

June 02, 2023 01:09 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

It’s the Strike Zone, a special baseball-only hour of Sports Open Line! Matt Pauley continues the discussion of Jordan Walker’s return to the big leagues as first reported by Jeff Jones. Matt is joined by Brian Walton of TheCardinalNation.com to discuss Walker, Moises Gomez crushing the ball in Memphis, and other headlines coming out of the minors. John Perrotto, contributor to Pittsburgh Baseball Now and Baseball Digest, also joins the show to give us the scouting report on the Bucs and to ...

Cardinals recall Jordan Walker, reports Jeff Jones; City SC and NASCAR weekend preview

June 02, 2023 00:26 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley discusses Jeff Jones of the Belleville News Democrat reporting that Jordan Walker will be recalled from AAA Memphis for the series in Pittsburgh. Matt also features Tom Ackerman’s interview with NASCAR driver Kyle Larson on the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series at Worldwide Technology Raceway this weekend, and is later joined by MLS Apple TV+ announcer Ross Smith to preview City SC’s match vs Houston at CITYPARK. Sports Open Line with Ma...

Miles Mikolas pitches a gem as Cardinals enter two day break

June 01, 2023 01:42 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

In the second hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley is joined by John Denton of MLB.com to discuss Miles Mikolas’ stellar performance on Memorial Day vs the Royals and where Steven Matz fits on the Cardinals pitching staff. NASCAR driver Christopher Bell also joins Tom Ackerman to discuss this weekend's Cup Series at the Worldwide Technology Raceway. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-79...

NASCAR Cup Series this weekend and an underwhelming SLU offseason

June 01, 2023 00:11 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley discusses the two day break the Cardinals have after their 19-day stretch of games; the NASCAR Cup Series at Worldwide Technology Raceway with former driver Kenny Wallace; the Billikens’ underwhelming offseason; and the interesting choice of Cardinals outfielders featured in the 2023 All Star ballot. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting ...

What to do with Tyler O'Neill? City SC, Indy 500, and more!

May 30, 2023 01:56 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

Continuing on with the second hour, Matt Pauley discusses the rehab of Tyler O’Neill, and how, if it all, he fits back into the outfield picture and the Cardinals’ lineup. Our own Nate Gatter joins the show to comment on City SC heating back up, along with Mizzou baseball’s head coaching vacancy. We also talk with Brad Range to discuss the Indy 500 and Nascar. Happy Memorial Day everyone! Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join th...

What is the identity of this St. Louis Cardinals team?

May 30, 2023 01:39 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

In the first hour of Sports Open Line, hosted by Matt Pauley, he recaps the Cardinals’ loss earlier vs the Royals, and why every MLB team should be playing on Memorial day. Justin Garcia joins the show to talk NBA Playoffs, with the finals coming up soon and Game 7 between the Celtics and the Heat on the horizon. Brendan Schaeffer also sits down with Matt Pauley to discuss the identity of the Cardinals, and what to do with a number of struggling players. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley ai...

Hour 2: Extra Time with Bill McDermott

May 28, 2023 05:02 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

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May 28, 2023 04:41 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MB

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Should the Cardinals pursue Shane Bieber? + Guardians series preview

May 26, 2023 01:04 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

It’s the Strike Zone, a special baseball-heavy hour of Sports Open Line! Matt Pauley is joined by Cleveland Guardians beat writer for MLB.com Mandy Bell to preview the Cardinals-Guardians series, and takes your calls and texts all hour to get your thoughts after today’s 2-1 win over the Reds. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live a...

Cardinals beat Reds, Doug Armstrong rumors, and City SC vs Vancouver preview

May 26, 2023 00:10 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt recaps the Cardinals series-ending win over the Cincinnati Reds, and discusses the Blues off season with NHL.com and The Hockey News writer Lou Korac. Major League Soccer analyst for Apple TV+ Brian Dunseth also joins the show to discuss St. Louis CITY SC’s 4-0 victory over Sporting KC and their upcoming match vs Vancouver. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by ca...

Cardinals @ Red Sox preview ft. Chad Jennings

May 12, 2023 01:26 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Matt previews the Cardinals-Red Sox series with Red Sox beat writer for The Athletic, Chad Jennings. Take note, the AL East is a dangerous division! For comparison, the Yankees and the Pirates have the same record. However, the Yankees are last in the AL east and the Pirates are in first in the NL Central. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or text...

Cardinals take 2 of 3 from the Cubs

May 12, 2023 01:24 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

It’s the Strike Zone, a special baseball-heavy hour of Sports Open Line! Matt Pauley previews the Cardinals-Red Sox series with Red Sox beat writer for The Athletic, Chad Jennings. Take note, the AL East is a dangerous division! For comparison, the Yankees and the Pirates have the same record- however, the Yankees are last in the AL east and the Pirates are in first in the NL Central. Matt is also joined by KMOX’s own Kevin Wheeler to talk more Cardinals ball and by Jen Siess of the St. Loui...

St. Louis City SC vs Chicago Fire preview ft. Kyndra de St. Aubin

May 12, 2023 00:35 - 10 minutes - 9.97 MB

This is a segment from Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley. Kyndra de St. Aubin, MLS broadcaster for Apple TV+, joins the show to preview St. Louis City Sc's return to MLS action as they face the Chicago Fire this Saturday. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.

Warriors force Game 6 and more from the NBA conference semifinals

May 12, 2023 00:26 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MB

In the first hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley discusses the NBA playoffs with Sirius XM NBA Radio host Mitch Lawrence, and St. Louis City SC vs Chicago with Apple TV broadcaster Kyndra de St. Aubin. Also on the docket: Cardinals take 2 of 3 from the Cubbies, and former St. John’s basketball coach Mike Anderson is seeking over $46 million in damages from the university after being fired. Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals g...

Jose Oquendo elected into Cardinals Hall of Fame and joins the show!

May 05, 2023 01:22 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MB

In the second and final hour of Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley takes your calls on the Cardinals’ struggles before being joined by one of the newest electees into to the Cardinals Hall of Fame, Jose Oquendo. Matt also replays some of manager Oliver Marmol’s postgame comments on fan frustration, and why it could have been worded better. Matt caps off the hour with news of the coach of University of Alabama baseball being fired following a suspicious gambling report. Sports Open Line with Matt...

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