The Gashouse Gang: Alec Burleson on Silver Slugger Season and Cardinals Future

Chris Rongey, Mike Claiborne, and Matt Pauley dive into the Cardinals offseason plans, including the need for controllable starting pitching, possible big name trades, and a long term development approach under Oli Marmol. They touch on the NL Central landscape and why the division feels wide open. The Blues struggles continue after Jordan Binnington was a healthy scratch, plus a look at Mizzou football as the Tigers sit at 22 ahead of a big matchup with Texas A and M. Alec Burleson then joins the show after winning a Silver Slugger and becoming a new father to baby Braxton. He talks about sharpening his defensive versatility, improving his mental approach at the plate, and his goal to be in the lineup every day as a utility player. Alec also shares excitement about coaching staff continuity heading into 2026.