About this episode
Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take an in-depth look at the Cardinals farm system, what it's produced lately, where it's going and some of the prospects to watch. They also take a look at what Chaim Bloom will be tasked to do as St. Louis heads into the 2025 season. (00:00) What's gone wrong for a very successful franchise? (02:00) Self-evaluation has been a problem (05:00) The Cardinals Way and the advantages it gave St. Louis (06:30) What's happened with recent big league talent? (10:00) Is there a spot for Victor Scott II? (13:00) How Chaim Bloom's strengths fit what St. Louis needs (17:00) The Cardinals pitching approach is being adjusted (22:00) Where is the pitching going? (25:00) What are realistic goals for 2025? (27:00) How good is JJ Wetherholt? (29:00) Why third base is likely Wetherholt's home (31:00) A DSL prospect you need to know (34:00) Quinn Mathews' advantage over most young pitching prospects Our Sponsors: * Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy