The St. Louis Sportists

The Sportists join the rest of St. Louis in asking, how much longer does Nolan Gorman have to prove himself? Winning teams celebrate players doing well, but a .500 month of May has the Cardinals looking for run production. But Noot is back and reinforcements have arrived from Memphis. Is a winning record in ’26 complicating the long-term plan?Across the state, the Royals are in freefall after a stretch losing 16 of 19 games. But, if you’re a Royals fan (and we’re truly sorry if you are), you’re accustomed to 100 loss seasons in this … century.The Mizzou-Kansas basketball rivalry may be approaching its final game this season. Reports from Columbia indicate no negotiations are underway to extend the series. Brendan Sorsby turns out to be a prolific gambler, and his college and pro prospects have never been cloudier. And Texas and Texas Tech engage in a smack talk showdown for the ages and the winner is … everyone.All of this plus the Chicago Bears to Indiana, a Lionel Messi overdose incoming, a major NFL trade and good news for the St. Louis Battlehawks on this action-packed episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

The Cardinals have hit choppy waters for the first time in 2026. Is this a cause for major concern or just a bad week in a long season? Never fear – Noot may be here – possibly by the time you’re reading this! And, it could be worse – you could be a Cub fan.We have our first update on Ahmad Hardy and details remain scarce. Even more developments in the Brendan Sorsby situation and his future is also uncertain. SEC Coaches are speaking their minds and one is suggesting that the league may break away from the NCAA. And good news from the bayou – Ed Orgeron is back in purple and gold at LSU.St. Louis CITY goes into the World Cup break on a high note with a solid win that puts them only three points out of the playoffs. Things are looking up for the boys in red. We’ll check in on Tiger Woods, a fantastic finish at the Indy 500 and a tale of a prank on a teacher becoming al life-long curse on the two perpetrators. All this and much more on this week’s episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

In a decidedly tarps-on effort, The Sportists analyze the Cardinals season at roughly one-third of the way through. Starting pitching has defied expectations but the bottom of the lineup is underperforming. Jordan Walker is over performing his contract – to a stunning degree.Around the league, the Cubs are faltering and Pete Crow-Armstrong has a momentary lapse of reason. Is it ever acceptable for a player to return smack talk when everyone carries a video camera? And, in a major league first, a pitcher has come back after a THIRD Tommy John surgery. Does he get to name the third procedure? In the NFL, Rashee Rice finds himself in jail for 30 days and not rehabbing from his recent knee surgery. Can the Chiefs count on him going forward? Patrick Mahomes seems to be “way ahead of schedule” in his recovery. Did the NFL schedule makers have some inside information? Ahmad Hardy is back in Columbia to continue his recovery, but nobody is quite sure exactly what that means in terms of his football future. And the Brendan Sorsby saga continues to evolve with some rather exotic betting patterns emerging. Turkish basketball and Romanian soccer, anyone?St. Louis CITY advances in the US Open Cup, Doug gives his first-hand account from the PGA Championship and cost-effective flag football may be coming to a school near you very soon. All of this and more including Mike Tyson’s Tango in the Congo on this episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

When do Cardinal fans have to stop saying “it’s still early” before being excited about the 2026 team? The Sportists consider this as well as the amazing start of JJ Wetherholt. Also, there’s a “catching glut” that could work to their advantage later in the season, along with the return of Lars Nootbaar – which could be less than a month away.Paul Skenes and Jacob Misiorowski are confounding MLB hitters and the Cubs are piling up wins, but not distance between themselves and Central Division competitors. We’re now living in a world of 103 mph fastballs which could explain why batting averages are so low.An unsettling week for Mizzou as a superstar running back is involved in a shooting incident and there are far more questions than answers. In more positive Mizzou news, the Tigers may be about to play the Saint Louis University Billikens on the hardwood for the first time since 2001. Things get downright strange between SEC rivals and the 24-team football playoff is gaining a disturbing amount of momentum.The NFL gives the Chiefs some major prime-time slots early in the season and is it bad when an NFL team tells a quarterback to forget everything from college and start over? All of this plus two big wins for St. Louis CITY, a surprise coaching hire at Missouri State and your weekly dose of World Cup madness in this week’s episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

The Cardinals continue to roll and are starting to get some national attention. Wetherholt and Walker, specifically, are getting some callouts for their noteworthy starts to 2026. How long before other teams begin to call for players that were thought to be trade chips at the start of the season?Around the league, the injury bug hits Detroit and the Cubs are winning in an annoying fashion (if you’re a Cardinal fan). The “window” may be closing for the Astros – one of the first MLB teams to “tank” early in the last decade.The Sportists remember Ted Turner and realize they could fill an entire pod with his accomplishments and contributions. They also remember John Sterling and his unforgettable calls behind the mic. Patrick Mahomes may influence the NFL schedule by not playing. And yet another Kentucky Derby winner is skipping the Preakness. The Blues have two top-15 picks in the upcoming NHL draft … or do they?College coaches have lots of ideas about the game and Nick Saban has a controversial take – a salary cap? The Brendan Sorsby gambling saga continues to unwind with an unexpected plot twist coming in to play.The LIV tour has really good lawyers, the PGA Championship approaches and we may have reached the peak of 70s nostalgia as a fictional radio station comes to life. All of this and more in an action-packed edition of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

Can bad football save your life? The Sportists may have an instance. Surprisingly good baseball is being played by the St. Louis Cardinals as they close out April with a flourish. The catchers are providing unexpected offense, and this may be a season to not jump to conclusions on player performance.Around the league, managers are getting axed early and ABS continues to have unintended consequences. And the balance of power may have shifted to the National League after years of American League dominance.The NFL Draft is in the books and the Chiefs seemed to address their glaring needs – perhaps by keeping certain individuals out of the draft room. A huge crowd in Pittsburgh didn’t hear Diego Pavia’s name called. Will his chance come in Baltimore or Birmingham?It’s Kentucky Derby weekend – should you drop 10 on Commandment? It’ll be a pleasant day in Louisville, but will you be wearing a fascinator? LIV may die in Louisiana as the tour is officially on life support. The Blues have major decisions in the offseason regarding key players. Which one-time cornerstone players will be back? And is one promising forward due a major extension?Sports betting takes a dark turn for a highly-sought-after college quarterback. Brendan Sorsby’s “leave of absence” could unfortunately be an extended one. And is five years of eligibility the new four with no redshirts? Momentum seems headed in that direction.All of this plus a Cardinal legend’s calls to the jockey room at the Derby (heh, heh, heh) Huey P. Long, The St. Louis Sun and a return to the mud hut on this week’s episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

The Cardinals are still off to a strong start but there are troubling stats that need to be watched. Riley O’Brien is exciting in a good way and Ryan Stanek is driving fans to antacids. The NL Central is overperforming, and the Mets are hilariously underperforming. Is a mayoral hug to be blamed?The Royals finally have a new stadium site, but where’s the parking? Perhaps the Truman sports complex? The “other” Kansas City team (for now) – the Chiefs – draft for the future at a much higher position than usual. And the needs are plentiful.Is Diego Pavia this year’s Shedeur Sanders? The team gives some sleepers to watch and some thoughts on where to watch the three day extravaganzaLoose Ends return with a look at future Super Bowl venues, PGA and LIV updates, items from around the NFL and the latest clickbait offering from Stephen A. Smith. And he’s the one who brought his grandmother into it.In the NCAA, has a can’t-miss prospect at Michigan missed? Big changes are coming to the stadium experience at Nebraska. The LSU roster is currently … empty. And Mizzou at least tries to schedule better opponents in basketball.As predicted, St. Louis CITY runs into a buzzsaw in Seattle, but Edward Lowen makes an inspiring return. All this and more World Cup shenanigans, Tom Clancy references and lots and lots of cats on this week’s edition of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The ST. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

The Sportists are as excited as the rest of Cardinal Nation to watch Jordan Walker blossom into a star this Spring. He’s become must-watch TV just like other previous Cardinals. And the team has eight come-from-behind wins. But, ya have to be behind for those wins.An entertaining Masters is one for the history books as Rory McIlroy goes back-to-back. CBS has a challenging ending, but nothing like the challenges coming up for the LIV tour, which may or may not still be a going concern.How much will your college basketball team cost next season? How about $10 million to be slightly competitive. Who are the best coaches in college football right now (Hint – Google it). And what will become of football conference championship games in the playoff era?The Blues close out a disappointing, yet hopeful season and Jimmy Snuggerud shines down the stretch. Tom and Ron politely decline to review their preseason predictions – until Keith can join for the pain. But they’re hopeful for next season. Again.St. Louis CITY SC continues to show improvement both with the “eye test” and in the standings. All of this plus why can’t the Dodgers be easier to dislike, do umpires bait hitters to challenge pitches and how many members of the PAC-12 can you name on this week’s episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

It’s Masters week and The Sportists are ready with their preview and analysis. Where else do you find concession stand picks and a Danny Willet reference?To the surprise of Tom’s daughter, the Cardinals are winning and are fun to watch. Jordan Walker seems reborn and the team sits at 7-5 heading into a weekend series against Boston.Not all is rosy on the north side of Chicago where their most promising young pitcher faces a second Tommy John surgery. And the Pirates are locking up a young star? Hail to the Victors as Michigan takes March Madness. And it’s now a Big 10 world with apologies to the SEC. But the winds of change are blowing in the NCAA. New rules are coming soon around transfers, years of eligibilities and teams in the Big Dance. And who exactly is the new coach at North Carolina?The Blues may have finally run out of gas. Robert Thomas is playing the best hockey of his career – is he now a franchise linchpin or someone who has never had higher trade value?CITY shows signs of life in New York, where you can coincidentally get one of the hottest new concession items of the young baseball season. And if your coach gives you a take sign on 3-0, take the pitch.All of this and more on another action-packed episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

In this week’s episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast, the guys preview the Final Four featuring the Fighting Illini of Illinois. We’ve followed the international cast assembled by Brad Underwood all season and with Blue Horseshoe, take a look at their prospects for the weekend.In other tournament games, Duke gets “Laettnered” and Michigan and Arizona impress. And closer to home, SLU fans have a very quick reality check when their coach is pursued by another program just days after signing an extension.It’s a fun and interesting start for the St. Louis Cardinals with a very memorable opening day. JJ Wetherholt looks like the real deal and the bullpen seems to have “no defined roles.” On the other side of the state, nobody knows where the Royals will play in the next few years and ABS – automated ball/strike is a sensation! Unless you happen to be named C.B. Bucknor.If it’s March, the Blues are making another improbable run. But the mountain may be too high this season. The NFL eliminates the Monday Night doubleheader and Seattle gets Hard Knocks for this season. But has the moment passed for the once can’t-miss documentary series? The league looks to quell questionable bets, but then again, what bet is not questionable?Doug considers another difficult week for Tiger Woods and looks ahead to Masters week. CITY manages to find misfortune even in an off-week and a tasty, cold soda reaches new heights of expense at Dodger Stadium. All this and much more on this week’s episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

It’s time to forecast the season for your 2026 St. Louis Cardinals and the Sportists use 20 questions for the preview. Compare your answers:1. Season Record2. Games Played for Laars Nootbaar – Over/Under 813. Most starts in left field4. Victor Scott II – Over Under 43.5 Stolen Bases (Last year – 138 g, 34 SB)5. JJ Wetherholt – Over/Under 150.5 hits and ROY?6. Season Attendance – Over/Under 2,250,007.5 (Last year’s total, decrease of 628,108)7. First player on major league opening day roster to Injured List8. Kyle Leahy – Innings Pitched – Over/Under 150.5 (Last year, 88 IP - 1 start)9. Number of Pitchers to Start at least One Game - Over/Under 14.510. Leader in Saves11. Who is replaced from Opening Lineup First – Gorman, Scott, Walker, None12. Masyn Wynn HR – 13.5 (Last year 9)13. First Player Traded14. Any Player(s) over 20 HR? If so, whom?15. Joshua Baez Call-up Date 16. Jordan Walker – O/U 13.5 HR (repeat from last season)17. Matthew Liberatore Wins – O/U 12.5 (last year – 8)18. Starts for Liberatore, McGreevy, May – O/U 81.5 (Last year – 81 for Mikolas, Fedde and Pallante)19. Liam Doyle Call-Up Date20. Player on Memphis roster on March 26 who plays in most games for major league team?21. One specific and quantifiable predictionThe Blues refuse to lose and CITY breaks through! March Madness is in full swing. It’s an action-packed episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

Happy March Madness! It’s all-Ava this week as March Madness roars into action. Mizzou, SLU and Illinois are all part of the field of 64 and the team breaks down the prospects for the local teams.The guys consider the bracket winners and losers – starting with the Missouri Tigers who were fortunate enough to wind up playing in St. Louis. Maddening Mizzou has driven ticket prices to over $1,000 courtside and the get-in price over $200.SLU shuffles off to Buffalo for a showdown with an SEC opponent – the Georgia Bulldogs. And it doesn’t get any easier – Michigan would likely be the second round opponent.The Fighting Illini have an Ivy league opponent in Penn and an uncertain second round matchup against VCU or North Carolina. What is certain is that Bruce Pearl’s act has worn thin on CBS already.The World Baseball Classic has grown in interest and intensity as Venezuela defeated the United States in front of a “juiced” crowd in Texas. The TV audiences skyrocketed as well.The Blues are winning – but is the timing off? Are they going to fall short of the playoffs while securing a later draft choice? The Cardinals are ready to break camp and the opening day starter has been announced. What do they do about Jordan Walker?All this plus St. Louis City and their one goal (literally), and can a baseball team have a pitching staff with no defined roles? All of this on this week’s action-packed episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

March Madness is here, and the Sportists are ready – even if some of it is played on glass. Maddening Mizzou is doing everything possible to stay on the bubble. SLU is facing a troubling trend, and a key player suddenly has an unsettling injury. But the Illini – now there’s a group gelling at the right time.The remaining St. Louis Blues go on a modest win streak only to be ended with help from the captain they traded days earlier. The one percent playoff chance guarantees playing time for many of the younger players, many of whom are playing very well.The Cardinals send one of their leading Spring Training performers to the minor league camp. Are they gun-shy after the Jordan Walker experience? Will the starting rotation be improved simply because of who is NOT in the rotation?The World Baseball Classic provides no shortage of storylines. Italy deals a stunning blow to the USA, who survives to the next round (during the podcast). And is a managerial change coming for the USA in the next classic?As predicted here, the Chiefs move on a running back before the draft. Old friend Travis Kelce also returns. Are they contenders again? And Maxx confusion and frustration hits Baltimore.It’s a somber week for St. Louis CITY ahead of the reunion with Klauss in LA this week. And the PGA heads to the “Fifth Major” as the tour heads to the island green at Sawgrass for the Tournament Player’s Championship this weekend.All of this plus the NFL’s latest bit of hubris and how do you sweep a floor with no markings on this week’s speedy edition of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

In this edition of The ST. Louis Sportists Podcast, the Blues face a trade deadline that could be one of the most impactful in franchise history. One trade – since rejected – would have sent Colton Parayko to Buffalo. The guys consider several players and if they will still be wearing the Bluenote after Friday at 2 p.m.It’s officially March and Mizzou is no less Maddening. SLU, despite unique halftime programming is ascending again along with Illinois. Bracketology is all the rage as speculation grows as to where teams could be sent for round one of March Madness.Cardinal spring training is underway, and JJ Wetherholt is getting on base more than he’s making outs. The World Baseball Classic is also starting and there are mercy rules – but will the rules impact gambling?The Cardinals announce a $29 ticket that offers an all-you-can eat menu for 2026 that leads to many questions. Will there be food cops? What if Joey Chestnut approaches?The Chiefs make a shocking trade – was it entirely salary cap-driven? And are the Lenexa/Overland Park Chiefs looking to add running backs through free agency as well as the draft. Speaking of the draft, it was the fastest combine ever. Does it matter? And never fear – Johnny Manzel is giving advice to Diego Pavia. What could go wrong?St. Louis City is shut out in San Diego 2-0. Keith suggests that farm equipment might be more effective in the striker role than certain options.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by First Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

The Sportists discuss the first signature event of 2026 - the Miracle in Milan. The thrilling US win over Canada takes its place in hockey history and Canadians are unhappy - even with their stuffed animals.Maddening Mizzou continues to ride the season-long roller coaster and SLU has entered a troubling slide. Illinois gets "Tyus Ednied" in UCLA and bracketology is shuffled across the board.Spring training continues for the Cardinals and some are asking where the power will come from. Thomas Saggese and Ivan Herrera have bats that could play, but where? The Angels owner thinks winning doesn't matter to fans and The Sportists wonder if he's seen one-too-many PowerPoint presentations - or perhaps not enough.Travis Kelce may return for one more ride with the Chiefs but offensive line continues to be an obvious need. Will the Chiefs continue their string of drafting and starting running backs? The Blues are back and their playoff chances are close to Bluto's GPA in Animal House. Is this the time to get experimental? St. Louis CITY has a hopeful debut, even if it ends in a draw.All of this plus experimental rule changes and imagining Rickey Henderson being able to challenge pitches on this week's episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

In this bonus episode, Pam and Brian Bunte join Ron to take a 10-minute look at the 2025-26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball program and their prospects for the rest of the season.Recorded just before the surprising upset loss at UCLA, Pam and Brian tap into their decades of Illini fandom to compare and contrast the current team to previous Illini teams.

The Sportists cover a wide range this week as basketball, Olympics, NFL, MLB and golf all have newsy weeks.The SLU Billikens take a tumble in a conference game. Suddenly, they only have a half-game lead in the A-10. Is this just a hiccup? Maddening Mizzou lives up to the name as they have a clunker against Texas, but Illinois is crisp and clean against Indiana.Yadi is in Cardinal camp and Lars Nootbaar must walk before he can run. Are the "expert" win projections for the team low? And don't look for the strike zone box on TV this season.Tyreek Hill is available - are the Chiefs interested? Or is this the Jay Leno version of Tyreek? Patrick Mahomes restructures his contract and the impact is significant.Olympic hockey is riveting! Overtime games and tension abounds in the quarterfinals. And who had curling controversies on their Olympic Bingo cards?One of the most entertaining golf tournaments of the year lived up to its billing at Pebble Beach. How long is too long to hit your next shot? And what would players shoot if the wind didn't blow?All of this plus St. Louis CITY and you had better hurry if you want a Chiefs license plate in Missouri on this week's action-packed episode of the St. Louis Sportists podcast.The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

The Sportists ask, was this the most boring Super Bowl ever? If not, it's certainly in the conversation. In positive developments, Joe finally nails the air-fried Uncrustables. And the stealth hit at one Super Bowl party? Krispy Kreme's!As for the game itself, are we entering a new NFL era of defense and running the football? Did 2025 represent the end of the Chiefs era or just a speedbump? Are they just a running back away from a return to glory or are the problems much deeper?Mizzou plays a shockingly complete game at South Carolina while Illinois stumbles ... twice! SLU continues to win after a very sluggish first half on Saturday and postseason matchups could be intriguing. SLU against Illinois or Missouri? Two different projections have both as possibilities.The Cardinals report to Spring training with a lack of star power, but a sense of optimism. At least they will be more interesting to watch. Who will step forward and take leadership roles?The Olympics continue and you can watch nearly every event. Oh, and if you haven't ever seen the downhill run of Franz Klamer in 1976, do yourself a favor today.City has a fever and the only cure is signing additional center backs. Where will the goals come from? Is Simon Becher ready for prime time?All of this plus naming rights for Memorial Stadium and playing basketball on a big TV on this week's episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting LLC

It's the second annual Super Bowl Preview Like No Other! April, Tom, Joe and Ron consider prop bets, Bad Bunny and if Taylor Swift is providing Easter eggs or just messing with everyone. Again.St. Louis is going to be an Olympic city once again, and it was a surprise! Whether it's men's or women's soccer in 2028, it will be a return to the 2004 Olympic roots for the Gateway City.Maddening Mizzou continues to frustrate while SLU and Illinois continue to soar in the world of college basketball. Could SLU and the Ilini start their March Madness journeys right here in St. Louis?Super Bowl 60 is upon us and Blue Horseshoe walks us through all the most popular prop bets. So toss those coins and speculate on the Gatorade if you dare.The Blues find even more creative ways to lose, and Brendan Donnovan departs for a five-player return. One of the prospects has a most unusual ability, which April finds intriguing.All of this plus bidets in the locker rooms, the best of Marvin Barnes and are you as tough as Lindsey Vonn (unlikely) in this week's episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel and Black Dog Consulting.

It has finally happened - The Sportists are on Tik Tok! Track suits and dance moves for everyone. In this week's episode, contracts include horses and the case of the shrinking quarterback.On more traditional topics, Maddening Mizzou is hitting shots from the logo (Puxico and Hayti, specifically) in a thrilling game against Oklahoma. SLU and Illinois continue to rocket skyward and face significant tests later this week.Is fourth down and short an automatic go-for-it now in the NFL? And should the elements have a place in deciding championship games? We think we know how kickers would vote. Brady will coach the Bills (not that one) and did pettiness keep Bill Belicheck out of the Hall of Fame on the first ballot? More importantly, how did Jordon react?Blue Horseshoe leads the review of college picks for the season and the Blues continue their tailspin. What can be done with Jordan Binnington?Brendan Donnovan may be a Cardinal in 2026 after all and we're all relieved that Donnovan Osborne will not. The Royals face an uncertain stadium future after bailing on a Kansas site. Hello, Nashville? Speaking of uncertain futures, what's next for LIV? Are they the USFL of golf?All this plus Keith's special friend, livestock in baseball trades and the next former-Cardinal breakout star for the Cubs in this week's action-packed episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

We all need a helping hand from time-to-time, sometimes even a generous benefactor. The National Champion Indiana Hoosiers rocketed to the top of the college football universe in only two seasons. What does Mizzou need to do the same?What is a catch? What is pass interference? It depends on the game you're watching. In the NFL, the Rams and Broncos approve of recent interpretations. The trickle-down from some of these calls have brought sweeping changes in Buffalo. Did the Bills make a panic move?Jao Klauss may be departing St. Louis CITY. If a team that has trouble scoring goals deals their leading scorer, there are additional moves upcoming. Right? Please?The Billikens are now a top 25 team and on top of the A-10. Ahh, but with attention comes people noticing your head coach - perhaps for other opportunities. Maddening Mizzou gives up a jaw-dropping five offensive rebounds in one sequence and coughs up a game against SEC rival Georgia.The guys review their 2025 college football predictions with some good, some bad, and some points where the screen becomes unreadable. Oddly, few mentions of Indiana.All of this along with an Olympic hockey facility update (not good) and how to use cayenne pepper on this upcoming snowy weekend on this edition of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

The Sportists wonder, would Lane Kiffin have made a difference for Ole' Miss in such a close game against Miami? Just don't call them Mississippi. The National Championship game is set to be memorable (and expensive!) with a potential Pitbull sighting. Can the Canes keep it close or pull one out? Or is this just another entry on Curt Cignetti's Google search results?The NFL Wild Card games followed the script with all but one coming down to the wire. The guys make their picks for this weekend, including a triple digit loss forecast for one unlucky team.The Arenado era ends in St. Louis and Keith considers the good, bad and ugly. Tom ponders who may emerge as the "face of the franchise" and a long-running streak could be in great jeopardy. The Blues continue to drift through the season, and it seems like every player is available if the price is right. And why doesn't Jordan Kyrou have a letter after all this time?CITY will play soccer in five weeks, and they finally added a player. All of this along with the education of TJ Finley, the Mike Tomlin coaching tree and Pablo Escobar on this week's action-packed edition of the St. Louis Sportists.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

It's time for The Sportists to dust off the crystal ball and look ahead with the 2026 prediction episode.Before charging ahead, the team looks back at the predictions for 2025 - the good, bad and ugly. Some were spot-on (thank you, Cleveland bullpen). Others...not so much.College football playoffs charge ahead and we ask the traditional question, can anyone stop Indiana? Well, it's a new tradition. Oregon is low on running backs and my have to resort to a four-star option. Ratings are up for bowl games despite portal madness. Iowa State had 14 players on their football roster at one point - barely more than the basketball team! And Mizzou gains a quarterback, but loses their entire defense. Are we cheering for laundry?Massive change isn't limited to the NCAA ranks - the Eastern Kansas Chiefs are facing a significant roster turnover. Perhaps this is for the best since they may be a solid third in the AFC West.The gang takes their weekly visit to Blue Horseshoe's corner before moving to with 15 sports predictions for 2026. All of this and how not to prepare Uncrustables on this week's action-packed episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

Happy New Year from The Sportists! Mizzou goes to a bowl game and forgets to take an offense with them. Illinois takes their best game of the year to the Music City Bowl and outplays and outcoaches Tennessee.The Pop Tart Bowl has struck the jackpot for mid-tier bowls and others try, but come up short. And transfer portal madness is about to get underway.Big changes are coming to Kansas City in the offseason, which will start much earlier than usual. The offensive coordinator may be moving on, which might not be a bad thing. Sauce Gardner and the Colts complete an epic collapse and Phillip Rivers is the guy everyone wants to guard in pickup basketball -- until you learn he will score every time he touches the ball.The guys offer their picks for the upcoming NCAA playoff games as well as the final week of the NFL season. Will Derrick Henry ride high or will Mike Tomlin have a moment of satisfaction?Pretty much everyone is eligible to play college basketball now and John Calapari unleashes an epic seven minute rant for the ages. All of this and tonsil swabbing on this week's festive edition of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

It's a Christmas Miracle as all five Sportists return for this week's episode. Kansas City will be without a football team in 2031 and judging from last week's performance, they may not have one right now. What's next and what about the Royals?The college football playoffs are underway and a couple of big names are already out. How does Texas A&M rate a season that started 11-0 but ended with two bad losses? And what's the future of the non-power conference teams after JMU and Tulane's performances? Notre Dame turns down the Pop Tart Bowl - perhaps they prefer a more sophisticated breakfast.The Blues are hobbling along, but are shockingly within strikng distance of a playoff spot. But can the shorthanded team pull enough together to get it done?The Cardinals have found a reliable trading partner in the Boston Red Sox. A promising haul of young pitching may bode well for the future. And the trading may continue after the holidays.Mizzou "attends" the annual Braggin' Rights game against Illinois and if you had the Tigers and 42 points, well, you lost. But the SLU Billikens are 11-1 and very fun to watch!All of this and messages of love and good cheer on this week's episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

Joe, Doug, and Ron tell tales of a hardscrabble upbringing from a Steinbeck novel while explaining, what exactly is "Ava"? When talk turns to sports, Doug gives his first-hand account of a cold day in KC. Was it the end of a dynasty or merely a pause?The NFL continues to be a quarterback league with Mahomes, Rivers and Tua grabbing headlines -- all for different reasons. And did you know someone is sneakng up on a major NFL single-season record? The college playoffs are here and so is the Missouri State bowl game. Key people are exiting the Tiger program in Columbia and Michigan remains a mess. Diego Pavia's act is deemed too unbelievable for SNL.The guys make their weekly pro and college picks in Blue Horseshoe's Corner and Alexi Toropchhinko returns from scalding burns. The Cardinals add a free agent starter and have several rotation candidates who may get their shot in 2026.Mizzou's non-conference hoops schedule is not exactly the strongest, but they would reign in the SWAC. Illinois adds yet another 6-9 European who will mysteriously be eligible at the break. How will they find roster room? Possibly by any means necessary.All of this plus Dickie V and the Round Mound, Army-Navy and houses in the playground on this week's episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting LLC.

Joe, Doug, Tom, and Ron discuss the college football playoffs, a process that left everyone very happy. OK, maybe not.. They also explore proposed changes to the playoff system, the future of bowl games, and the matchups for Mizzou and Illinois.Did Andy Reid gamble the season away for the Chiefs? Brady Cook and Shedeur Saners get their shot in the NFL and Philip Rivers is set to show that 44 is the new 22 -- without swearing.Mizzou goes down hard in the Border War against Kansas and the last two minutes of college basketball games take a long, long time. And don'd feel bad if you can't name a Penn State basketball player.The Cardinals don't make a move at the winter meetings, unlike when Rollie Fingers was briefly a Cardinal. Pete Alonso goes to Baltimore, but can he pitch?The Blues are down to seven of their top 12 forwards, yet almost reached the .500 mark. Can they tread water until reinforcements return?The soccer Billikens go for a National Championship this weekend and hydration breaks are coming to the World Cup, if players are thirsty or not (TV networks are!). All of this and cornering the market on frozen orange juice concentrate in this week's episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

April, Joe, Tom, and Ron enter a new world where sports betting is now legal in Missouri. Does the onslaught of gamblin' ads have them yearning for a political spot?Mizzou comes out of chilly Fayetteville with a win and Drink gets an extension, but the consensus is that changes need to be made to reach the next level. The coaching carousel spins at lightning speed and the circus comes to Baton Rouge in the form of the Lane Train. Will Tom accept the Penn State job if offered?The Chiefs have made every game a playoff game after a Thanksgiving turkey in Dallas. Is Patrick Mahomes just taking his love for the edge to a new extreme? Is the long tenure of Mike Tomlin coming to an end in Pittsburgh?The gang picks five pro games and a couple of college playoff games with a look at chaos scenarios. And if you want to become a professional gambler, Blue Horseshoe has some cold, hard math for you to consider.The Blues are better, but still bad and the goaltender and the coach are chirping at each other. And a unique injury has inquiring minds wanting to know more. Are lines being juggled too frequently at the cost of stability?Mizzou faces the Jayhawks on the hardwood this weekend after a rough night against Notre Dame. And agressive early-season scheduling has The Sportists watching more college hoops earlier in the season in a long time.All of this and a look at Olympic hockey venue chaos (play outside!) on this loaded edition of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

Happy Thanksgiving from The St. Louis Sportists! Mizzou fails yet again to take down a ranked opponent. Do they have gas left in the tank to take down the Razorbacks this weekend? And How Long will Joe and his family brave the elements and possible streakers? Illinois gets jumped in Wisconsin and the coaching carousel prepares for madness as the Lane Kiffin decision approaches. And just when can we believe when a coaching move is official?The Chiefs win a must-win game against the Colts and have a quick turnaround to take on the Cowboys on Thanksgiving. Are the Lions the Chiefs of the NFC?Blue Horseshoe takes the gang through five college and five pro games (for recreational purposes only) and the slate of games basically runs from Thursday morning through Monday night.The Blues show few signs of improvement at the quarter mark of the season. Is it time for a change-of-scenery deal for a player once thought to be a cornerstone for the future?The Cardinals say so long Sonny Gray and ship their number one starter to Boston, but receive shockingly promising prospects in return. The Brendan Donnovan market is warmer than usual and Ryan Helsley's agent gets credit for creativity.All of this plus college hoops "Feast Week," Billiken soccer success and the dangerous nature of kangaroos on this week's action-packed edition of The St. Louis Sportists podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

In this episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast, Joe, Doug, and Tom prepare for Mizzou's trip to Norman, which hasn't yielded the desired result since 1966. Who will take the snaps at QB for the Tigers?One decision from Lane Kiffin could start the college football coaching carousel spinning wildly. Will Drink stay or go? What about Arkansas? It's madness!The Chiefs biff in Denver, but may not drop another contest in the regular season. Jameis has a secret and will Shedeur time be prime time? Aaron Rodgers is expected to emerge from the Mudhut fully healed and the Browns have had LOTS of kickers and quarterbacks.The gang picks five college and five pro games including Missouri's "other" 7-3 team, the Missouri State Bears. The Blues continue to find new floors and may be looking at a sell-off sooner rather than later.Brendan Donnovan is sought after on the trade market, but may not reap a fantastic return. The good news is a surprisingly good TV deal means that you'll be able to watch him play wherever he winds up.All this and a shout-out to KMOX at 100 and the potential for arson in Oxford on this week's episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

The Sportists celebrate one year of podcasting magic by revisiting the Texas A&M visit to Columbia. Is it a bad thing when the defense is calling out your plays before the snap? If Drink goes elsewhere, will he take talented Tigers with him? Suddenly, Mizzou isn't the only 6-3 BCS team in Missouri -- hello Missouri State! And, it's officially a mess in Baton Rouge as Bryan Kelly and LSU are having a less-than-amicable parting.The third-place Chiefs (yes, third!) head to Denver for a crucial AFC West matchup and Blue Horseshoe leads the gang through five college and five NFL picks. Trap games and steel buildings are involved.The Blues are better, but not good and the condensed NHL schedule isn't helping. But the guys agree that Monty is the right coach for the job.The hammer comes down on two Cleveland pitchers in the MLB edition of "The 2025 Gambling Scandal." The Cardinals are open for business at the Winter Meetings with some surprising names surfacing.All of this and early season college hoops and eager anticipation for a return to action for Jameis Winston. The Sportists thank YOU for being part of season one ... and hopefully many more!The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

Joe, Doug and Ron talk about MIzzou's upcoming game with Texas A&M and ponder what happens if the Tigers lose another QB? Is it wishbone time? They also look at the Mizzou record with the first playoff rankings out. Is there such a thing as a quality loss?Elsewhere, the coaching carousel continues to spin and Hugh Freeze cancels a standing tee time. U-Mass is 0-9 and Joe says they are worse than their record indicates. Dabo Swinney is having a very interesting Fall and Indiana has not regressed to the mean (they would invite you to Google it).The Chiefs have a rough trip to upstate New York. They're still the betting favorites to win the Super Bowl, yet they would not make the playoffs if they began today. It's all in the script. The Steelers keep winning by playing "varsity football." Blue Horseshoe leads the team through the college and pro picks for the week and, well, improvement is needed.It's getting late early for the St. Louis Blues and giving up five goals per game is not a way to improve their situation. The World Series was a classic and America was watching.It's college basketball season and Doug does his best to start an international incident. We apologize to any of our Belarus friends. All this and a reminder that a late-night "FedEx delivery" may end badly on this week's edition of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

The entire gang is back together to review the Mizzou loss in Nashville to Vanderbilt. Is the Pribula era over in Columbia or just taking a pause to recover? Tom's pre-season prediction of the dismissal of Brian Kelley at LSU comes to pass, and the governor of Louisiana is involved in picking a replacement. Huey Long would be proud.The Chiefs deliver a second-consecutive home win and now travel to Buffalo to take on the Bills. Lamar Jackson returns for the Ravens, and all may not be lost for Joe and Ron's pre-season Super Bowl pick.Blue Horseshoe leads the team through five college games and five pro games and a strong bias against Atlanta is revealed.The St. Louis Blues are a factory of sadness, and the goaltending is a primary culprit. Can things get worse? Never say never.An entertaining World Series is unfolding, and the Dodgers and their ample resources are hanging on as the teams head back to Toronto. All of this and more, including a surprising case of chasing gambling losses on this week's episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

Joe, Doug, Keith, and Ron take on one of the busiest seasons in sports. The Blues are off to an inconsistent start, and Coach Jim Montgomery is frustrated.Mizzou wins an ugly game on the road on The Plains of Auburn and looks forward to a seismic matchup against Vandy this week, which will feature College Game Day. Where has their rushing attack gone?College coaches are playing musical chairs with 10 vacancies out of 136 FBS schools. Time to start tracking flight paths and tail numbers? The Chiefs dismantle the Raiders, and the Broncos accept a gift from the Giants. The Sportists take their weekly visit to Blue Horseshoe's Corner and pick five college games and five pro games. One Sportist insults Mizzou and then picks them.CITY wraps up a frustrating season and the guys ponder, when is a backpack actually a wallet? All of this and women's baseball on this week's episode of The St. Louis Sportists podcast.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.ChaptersIntroduction and Overview of St. Louis SportsQuick Hits: Baseball and NFL UpdatesSt. Louis Blues: Consistency and Leadership ChallengesMissouri Tigers: Road Challenges and Coaching DynamicsCoaching Changes and Hot Seats in College FootballKansas City Chiefs: Performance Analysis and Upcoming MatchupsCoaching Changes and SpeculationsCollege Football Picks and PredictionsAnalyzing SEC MatchupsMissouri vs. Vanderbilt ShowdownTexas A&M vs. LSU RivalryMizzou's Sandwich Game Against VandyNFL Predictions and Team PerformancesReflections on Coaching and Team ManagementBaseball Insights and Player PerformanceThe Future of Coaching in BaseballFinal Thoughts#SportsPodcast #Podcast #Blues #StLouisBlues #Cardinals #STLCards #ForTheLou #TimeToFly #CollegeFootball #NCAAFootball #FootballPicks #StLouisCity #AllForCity #NHL #NFL #MLB #MLS #Mizzou #MizzouFootball #CoachingCarousel

In the 50th episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast, April, Joe, Keith, and Ron talk about the Missouri Tigers taking a run at the Crimson Tide, and coming up short. Will they right the ship this weekend on The Plains of Auburn? And Ron goes on a rant with some life-improvement advice for Mizzou fans. Lots of coaches are feeling their seats get very warm in both the college and pro ranks. James Franklin is out, but in the words of Dire Straits, he can look forward to some Money for Nothin'. Arch Manning and the Longhorns give opposing teams a "not so fast, my friend" with a decisive win in the Red River Rivalry. Also rising -- the Kansas City Chiefs -- who have gone from struggling to top form surprisingly quickly.The Blues begin with a clunker on opening night, but rally in Western Canada. And the new roster additions are meshing nicely with the existing base.Blue Horseshoe leads the team through college and pro picks for the weekend and Keith and Ron review a disappointing season for St. Louis CITY. All of this and how to handle it when a player on an arch-rival turns out to be a really good person on this week's episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by First Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

Tom, April, Keith, and Ron break down critical matchups for Mizzou and Illinois. Can the Tigers prove they're for real against Alabama? What can Illinois do to stop Ohio State? And who saw the Belichick story at North Carolina going sideways by early October?The Chiefs have a night to forget in Jacksonville and high-powered Detroit comes to GEHA Field this weekend. And what's up with the rest of the league when the last two undefeated teams fall on the same weekend?The St. Louis Blues begin the regular season and The Sportists have predictions - most all of them trending in aa positive direction. Can the Blues use the strong finish from last season as a springboard to an even more successful season?City has won three out of their last four, but too little, too late. And Keith says to hold on the parade. All of this plus marketing genius and Ed Orgeron is even more serious about a comeback.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

Tom, Joe, Doug and Ron find a new leader in charge of the Cardinals. While wholesale changes may be in the offing, some people will need to stick around.Joe considers his pre-season Super Bowl favorites the Ravens and determines that the Bandwagon is Injured. The Chiefs regain their old form and a former Chief (unfortunately) joins the "Joe Theisman Hall of Fame."Mizzou takes a break while Illinois wins a tight one against USC. And in Fayetteville, Bobby Petrino rides again.In-game betting has become HUGE and shows no signs of abating. The Sportists uniformly agree - don't chase money.The Ryder Cup had a definite New York Feel, that is New York cab driver. Was the European team simply ... better?Before the baseball season began, the guys offered very specific Cardinal predictions. And, well, we have receipts. All of this and the philosophical question - what would Len Dawson do? Find out on this episode of The St. Louis Sportists podcast.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

Joe, Doug, Tom, and Ron survey the pro and college football landscape in this episode of The St. Louis Sportists podcast. Mizzou and the Chiefs score big wins while Illinois "declines to participate" against Indiana. The "permanent" opponents in the SEC are around for at least four years and Mizzou winds up with a regular appointment against the Aggies. Clemson is in a tailspin and Mike Gundy gets the news we all expected.Jaxon Dart time comes for the Giants before anyone expected and the Chiefs-Ravens matchup will give us one AFC favorite with a 1-3 record. The guys deliver their pro and college picks with a visit from a Looney Tunes favorite.The Ryder Cup is upon us and the European team has deployed an interesting training technique to handle New Yorkers. John Mozeliak and Miles Mikolas receive polite applause, but is it celebratory or are fans applauding their departure? Robot umps are coming to baseball, and the Sportists would like to welcome our new robotic overlords and remind them that as podcast hosts, we can be useful.CITY wins again and moves ahead of Kansas. We look back at records that will not be broken with appearances from Cal Ripken (and Kevin Costner) and Bobby Moore. So, join us - you don't have to be a man, and 40 to enjoy this episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

April, Tom, Keith, Doug, and Ron discuss the Chiefs who have now lost games on two continents in this young NFL season. Is this the end of a dynasty or a hiccup on the way to a tasty steak at 1587 Prime? And how is Tyrod Taylor still in the league, much less starting this week? And will the "Last" Vegas Raiders break through this week?Mizzou finally faces an SEC opponent but will have to wait to play a ranked team. Florida was throwing interceptions so quickly, The Sportists couldn't accurately text a correct count. On the weekly college picks, the gang wonders how Illinois is an underdog when they have major momentum.With the "runway" season the Cardinals are concluding, which players have either taken off, crashed or remain on the runway? The Sportists consider several players with these three options (and some colorful aeronautical descriptions) in mind.CITY wins a match! Keith makes the most of his additional 30 seconds to discuss the triumph. All of this and nightmarish memories of how Judge Houston likely cost the Blues a Stanley Cup or two on this week's edition of The St. Louis Sportists podcast.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.

Hosts Ron Cook, Joe Spurlin, Doug Lansdown, Tom Mathis, and Keith Farroll discuss week two of college football and convincing wins for Mizzou and Illinois. What does it say when everyone knows the buyout amount for their head coach?The Chiefs run into trouble south of the border and the Jaxon Dart era may begin in New York sooner than any of us thought. The Bills and Ravens stage an instant classic and the Lions are tamed in week one of the NFL season.Blue Horseshoe takes the gang through picks for this weekend with six college games and five pro games featuring the unique reasoning and logic that you would expect from The Sportists. And yes, Blue Horseshoe was 5-0 against the spread on college games last week.The Cardinals are looking for any positives as the season winds down and St. Louis CITY finds a new way to disappoint, despite gaining a draw. All of this and a reference to a Yoko Ono bonus track and a ride on The Mud Hut Express on this week's episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings.

Joe, Tom, Keith, and Ron make their bold predictions for the upcoming NFL season in the group's favorite delivery method -- 20 Questions. From rushing leaders to the conference champions and the eventual Super Bowl winner, this clip-and-save episode covers a lot of turf. Will the Chiefs ride off into the sunset and conclude their dynasty while Keith swirls brandy in a snifter? Or will the Ravens finally kick down the door, to paraphrase former Oiler coach Bum Phillips?The college picks make their triumphant return, and the group looks at week one in the NFL. The Border War is back and if you can kick a football, Tom and the Mizzou coaching staff would like a word with you. Illinois makes a trip to Duke and no, it's not for basketball this time.Is preparation an issue for Jordan Walker? An unsettling interview suggests that it may be the case. Tom tells us why it's worth watching the Cardinals in September and CITY finds a new, creative way to drop a match. Are two Cleveland pitchers about to be hit with a lifetime ban? All of this and Joe classes up his background on this edition of The St. Louis Sportists podcast.#NFL #NFLPredictions #NFLPreview #CollegeFootball #NCAAF #NCAAFootball #Cardinals #STLCards #STLCardnals #ForTheLou #TimeToFly #AllForCity #STLCity #StLouisCity #Mizzou #MizzouFootball

Jason Sellers provides the first-ever on-the-scene report from today's premier college football matchup. He and his son are part of a spirited, but well-mannered Texas Longhorn delegation to Columbus for the top five matchup against the Buckeyes.Get Jason's fearless forecast and Ron's betting advice on tonight's LSU-Clemson matchup on this Sportists short.

Play along with The Sportists in this episode where they preview the upcoming NCAA Football season by answering 20 questions.April (Welcome back!), Joe, Tom, Keith, and Ron dive into a comprehensive preview of the college football season, discussing predictions for various teams, key players, and potential surprises. They explore the quarterback situation at Mizzou, the prospects for Illinois, and the overall landscape of college football, including which coaches might be on the hot seat. What does the season hold for Mizzou and its quarterback situation? Are the Fighting Ilini poised to make a big move, or will they wrestle with pigs? Will Arch Manning and Texas live up to expectations?The hosts then move into the first episode of Blue Horshoe's Corner where Joe Spurlin leads them through picks on five key matchups of the weekend - naturally, against the spread.The Cardinals are faltering, and nobody is showing up at Busch Stadium. NFL "final cuts' are made and St. Louis CITY is the victim of international theft. Joe offers his final (?) thoughts on the Little League World Series and what do you do with a buffalo that won't run? It's time to put some points in your sandwich and settle in to a holiday weekend, king-sized edition of the St. Louis Sportists podcast.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and The Local House Bistro.

It's a full house as all five Sportists are on the scene for episode 42. Looking for a way to save money? Turns out the key may be ... helmets.The Cardinals continue to tread water but have many left-handed batters and catching prospects. And the starting staff is imploding. Meanwhile, across the state, the Royals are only two games out of the Wild Card? And Cardinal TV announcers rank 19th out of 30. Maybe they're trying too hard.Auburn gifts themselves many national championships overnight. Is it the "little brother" complex? The charmed life of Chase Daniel continues and after last week's commentary, Joe revisits the Little League World Series.Late August brings quarterback controversies that are at the fore in both college and pro football. Are payroll politics play a role for the Missouri Tigers?It's the Tour Championship weekend for the PGA and Tiger has the power to make significant changes in the world of golf. CITY goes offline in the industrial park in Chicago and sends a player into a war zone (really).All of this and a touching story of the end of an elite arm-wrestling career this week on The St. Louis Sportists podcast.

In this episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast, hosts Joe, Doug, Keith and Ron discuss the surge, then faceplant by the St. Louis Cardinals, who drew to within 3 games of the wild card only to stumble against the Rockies (again).Milwaukee can't be stopped which obviously means ... free burgers! The Astros bring home an old friend and it's almost like he knows what pitch is coming. Nine teams have had baseball's best record, but none for more than two weeks. Is that a good thing?The Ryder Cup will be at Bethpage Black, home of one of the best signs in sports. Athletic Directors are out and CEOs are in for college sports. The Mizzou QB situation still lacks clarity and Shedeur Sanders tweaks an oblique.CITY plays their best game of the year and heads for their next matchup against Chicago - in an industrial park (really). All of this and Joe's Last Call for the ages as he takes on ESPN and their wall-to-wall coverage of the Little League World Series on this week's episode of The St. Louis Sportists podcast.The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and The Local House Bistro.

Doug, Keith and Ron take on subjects ranging from the malaise of the St. Louis Cardinals to the Wing-T offense in this week's episode. The Cardinals putter along at .500 while continuing to give Miles Mikolas starting assignments. The Milwaukee Brewers seem to have cracked the code for the NL Central and the MLB game at Bristol is compared to the Fyre Festival.The NFL has entered into an agreement with ESPN - what does it all mean? Shedeur Sanders may not make it in the NFL, but he can sure sell some jerseys. Trackman comes to the NFL and Jerry Jones "has always worked for himself."The Mizzou quarterback battle seems to be near a stalemate raising the question - if you have two quarterbacks, do you have any? LSU may get creative when utilizing the redshirt rule and Dabbo Swinney stays largely out of the portal.Is it time to apply the Glengarry Glenross strategy to St. Louis City? Which defender does Keith think may shower only once a week? Which now former St. Louis City player did Ron compare to a Ming vase?It's all here plus Marv Levy, Buck Belue and Zenon Andrusyshyn. Have a drink and wink while you join us for Episode 40 of The St. Louis Sportists podcast.

Doug, Tom, Keith and Ron put technology to the test to find out why MLB is playing a baseball game at a racetrack this weekend.The major focus this week is on the trade deadline in baseball. Did the Cardinals do enough? What kind of roster logjams do the Cardinals have to contend with now and in the future and how will the looming potential work stoppage impact these decisions? What teams excelled and which made questionable decisions at the trade deadline?Sophie Cunningham is becoming Caitlin Clark's Marty McSorely (it will make sense, we promise). Skip Bayless has officially lost his mind with his recent comments regarding Scottie Scheffler. Pre-season football is underway in the NFL and we'll see quarterbacks in polos and khakis. All of this plus high school NIL and obscure references to Don Strock and Damon Bailey on this week's episode of The St. Louis Sportists podcast.The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and The Local House Bistro.

Join The Sportists for Christmas in July. Well, not really. But we do need to see Matt Holliday and his newly-wealthy family celebrate the season this winter.Joe, Keith, Tom and Ron dive into the Cardinals' Rocky Mountain Low. Or was it rock bottom in the Rockies? Which players are on the block? And what does this do for Oli Marmol's job security?Friend-of-the-Podcast Khaled Abdallah joins from Sacramento to bring us up-to-date on the craziness with the Athletics. How is the first season going in a minor-league stadium, and what's next for the franchise?NCAA football is just around the corner and predictions for Mizzou and Illinois are quite different. Is optimism or dread misplaced?All of this plus Christmas with the Tkachuk's. Join us as we exclaim, "That's a BALK!"The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and The Local House Bistro

Joe, Doug, Keith and Ron review the first half of the Cardinals' season. While the record and several players are pleasant surprises, questions remain.The group provides updates on online gaming and sports betting, NCAA violations involving Memphis basketball, and the implications of "spot fixing" in sports. The conversation shifts to insights from the MLB draft and highlights from the All-Star Game, including innovations like microphone usage for pitchers and the "swing off" to decide the game.There's nothing like SEC Media Days, but we do miss the Head Ball Coach. The MLB draft complicates the future of Missouri football with Sam Horn.Greg Sankey goes Vito Corleone in the playoff expansion discussions, and Doug provides a preview of the Open Championship while recalling the time he hit a ball out of a pot bunker.CITY won a game! MLB players will participate in the Olympics, but the schedule could be ... difficult. Never fear - Rob Manfred is on it!The St. Louis Sportists are brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and The Local House Bistro.

Ron has a wide-ranging conversation with St. Louis broadcasting legend Zip Rzeppa. They cover Zip's days at Boston University on the basketball court and in the classroom - with two notable classmates - one with whom he would work with later in life on the air in Boston.They discuss the Zippo Awards, one of the most legendary recurring segments in St. Louis broadcast history. Where did Zip get the idea?The two discuss Zip's stops before St. Louis in Boston and Cincinnati, where he became a recording star (really!). And Zip reflects on a prophetic statement delivered to him in New York that was spot on.Then, it's on to St. Louis and a fantastic ride at two stations. They discuss his relationship with Whitey Herzog and how a simple misunderstanding led to ... silence only to be resolved at a key moment. At the height of his popularity in 1995, Zip made the decision to leave broadcasting. He tells why, and what kept him very busy in the following years.And, we find out what Zip is up to today including his amazing work with Mater Media, various charities, and the Catholic Church. In true Sportists fashion, they also discuss the current state of the Cardinals and Zip tackles The Sportists Questions.The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and The Local House Bistro.