Cardinals on My Time

Cardinals Offseason Blueprint: Why Alec Bohm Is a Trap & Is Andre Pallante on the Block? Nov 7, 2026 38:15 Scott is joined by Redbird Rants writer Thomas Gauvain to break down the offseason roadmap for the St. Louis Cardinals. With payroll room opening up and year two of Chaim Bloom’s organizational vision underway, how should the front office balance rebuilding with actually building a winner for 2027? In this episode, Scott and Thomas take a deep dive into:The Third Base Conundrum: Why spending big m

"EVERYONE’S A DOG" | Cardinals Prospect Michael Watson on STL's Next Wave of Superstars Oct 23, 2026 42:53 From going undrafted out of college and a whirlwind 15-day stint in independent ball to carving hitters up in Double-A Springfield and the Arizona Fall League, St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher prospect Michael Watson joins the show!In this episode, Scott Plaza and prospect guru Kareem sit down with Michael to break down his incredible baseball journey. Michael shares the reality of adjusting to

Winter is Coming to MLB... So what's next? (Feat. Jessica Kleinschmidt) Oct 20, 2026 44:28 The MLB offseason is officially here, and Scott Plaza is kicking off the brand-new Cardinals on My Time: MLB Edition with a heavy-hitting debut! In this very first live interview on the Millions platform, Scott is joined by MLB media star Jessica Kleinschmidt (NBC Sports, A's coverage, Short and to the Point podcast) for a deep dive into everything happening across the league. From breaking do

Now What? The Brutal Truth About the 2026 St. Louis Cardinals Sep 9, 2026 42:35 After yet another late-inning bullpen meltdown, postseason baseball is officially off the table for the 2026 St. Louis Cardinals. Scott Plaza, Matt Blaker, and Tanner Larkins (lead singer of Bayview Lane) sit down for a real, unfiltered conversation about where this franchise stands. We break down the emergence of young core pieces like Alec Burleson, Jordan Walker, and Leo Bernal, discuss whether

Jordan Walker's Derby Win, Wetherholt's Mega-Deal, & Cardinals 2nd Half Primer Jul 16, 2026 57:05 The St. Louis Cardinals are coming out of the All-Star Break with more momentum than anyone in baseball! Between Jordan Walker’s historic, ice-water-in-the-veins Home Run Derby performance and rookie phenom JJ Wetherholt signing a historic eight-year, $112.5 million contract extension, the "rebuild" narrative is officially dead.On this episode of Cardinals on My Time, host Scott Plaza is

St. Louis Cardinals Minor League Report: Hidden Gems & Next Wave Call-Ups Jul 6, 2026 45:29 When is the future arriving in St. Louis? With the MLB Trade Deadline looming and the Draft just days away, we are executing a full audit of the St. Louis Cardinals' minor league system.Host Scott Plaza is joined by Thomas Gauvain (Redbird Rants) and Tyler (Redbird Farmhands) to discuss the standout prospects forcing management's hand and who might be used as prime trade chips.On this epis

Should the Cardinals BUY or SELL? Chaim Bloom’s Deadline Plan & Ranking Trade Candidates Jun 25, 2026 51:26 Should the St. Louis Cardinals buy or sell at the 2026 MLB trade deadline? Porque no los dos? On this episode of Cardinals on My Time, host Scott Plaza is joined by Caleb Noble (Hard Nine Podcast), AJ Stone (Just Baseball Media), and Matthew Blaker to tackle the messiest trade deadline in recent memory.The guys dive deep into the recent front-office transition to Bill DeWitt III, Chaim Bloom's

[COMT] Chaim Bloom's Masterclass: Why This Cardinals Rebuild is Actually Fun (feat. Jandy) Jun 6, 2026 31:25 The St. Louis Cardinals are officially entering the 100-game countdown, and the vibes around Busch Stadium are shifting fast! In this episode of Cardinals on My Time, Scott Plaza is joined by the undisputed king of Cardinals Twitter vibes, Jandy (@JandySTL). We break down the electric 10-run comeback against the Cincinnati Reds, the massive return of Lars Nootbaar ("Unk") to the lineup,

[COMT] Can the Cardinals ruin the Cubs season already? Series Preview May 29, 2026 45:39 The Cubs and Cardinals face off for the first time this year and both teams have something to prove. Scott is joined by Jim to break down the St. Louis side of the series and welcomes in Paul "Crawly" Dzien and Jared Wyllys to discuss from the Cubs side.We will talk about the seasons thus far, preview the series, and then look at the best and worst moments of an all-time sports rivalry.

81. Have the Cardinals Changed Expectations? (feat. Bernie Miklasz) May 24, 2026 55:29 Welcome back to the Redbird Rundown! Jonathan and Scott are joined by the one and only Bernie Miklasz to ask an important big-picture question: have the Cardinals actually changed expectations for what this season can be? And as we look ahead to the upcoming stretch of games, what will it really tell us about where this team stands in the NL Central?We’re digging into performance, perception, and

80. Cardinals Minor League Risers That Could Change Everything (feat. Kyle Reis) May 17, 2026 01:00:47 The Cardinals farm system is starting to heat up, and we’re breaking down the biggest early-season risers, fallers, and future call-up candidates in the organization.This week on Redbird Rundown, Scott and Matt are joined by Kyle Reis from Wednesdays with Walton and Reis and Birds on the Black to talk about which prospects are turning heads across the Cardinals minor league system — and which name

79. Passing or Failing - Grading the Cardinals 1st Quarter (feat. Joe Roderick) May 10, 2026 51:45 The first quarter of the season is officially in the books, and it’s time to hand out grades.This week on Redbird Rundown, we’re joined by Joe Roderick from STL Sports Central to break down the St. Louis Cardinals through the first quarter of the 2026 season. Which parts of this team are exceeding expectations? Which units are holding them back? And are the Cardinals actually building something su

78. Cardinals Buy or Sell: Believers vs Doubters May 3, 2026 45:16 Welcome back to the Redbird Rundown! Matt and Jonathan are joined by Kaden Joggerst for a fun round of “Buy or Sell” as we break down performances across the Cardinals roster.From hot starts to frustrating slumps, we’re discussing which players we’re truly buying into—and which ones we’re selling moving forward. Who has earned our confidence? Who still has something to prove? And which performance

[COMT] The Katie Woo Reunion Tour: Cardinals, Dodgers, Shohei, and Pretzels Apr 30, 2026 51:22 This week, we are joined by the one and only Katie Woo of The Athletic to preview the highly anticipated Cardinals vs. Dodgers series.After five years on the St. Louis beat, Katie made the jump to Los Angeles, and she joins the crew to break down the massive contrast between these two historic franchises. We dive deep into the "Dynasty vs. Rebuild" debate: Can the Cardinals' new iden

77. The Trust Pie - How We'd Divide the Cardinals Rotation (Feat. Benjamin Hochman) Apr 26, 2026 55:28 Welcome back to the Redbird Rundown!Jonathan and Matt are joined by Benjamin Hochman to break down the Cardinals’ rotation in a way you’ve probably never seen before—The Pitching Trust Pie.Each of us gets 100% of a pie and has to divide it among the Cardinals starters based on one thing: who we trust the most for the rest of the season. Not who’s been the best. Not who has the best stats. Just… wh

[RCOW] No Gloves, No Fans, No Problem: The Brad Miller 2020 Power Hour Apr 24, 2026 11:48 2020 was a season most fans want to forget, but Brad Miller’s performance is one worth remembering.This week, Jim Plaza spotlights the ultimate utility man who stepped into the void left by a global pandemic and the Universal DH. Despite playing only 48 games in the Birds on the Bat, Miller tied for the team lead in home runs and provided a masterclass in "old school" hitting—all without

76. Cardinals' Supernova Covering Up Outfield Concerns Apr 19, 2026 50:31 Scott, Matt, and Jonathan are joined by special guest Thomas Gauvain (Redbird Rants) for a deep dive into the state of the Cardinals’ outfield.Is Jordan Walker’s breakout season masking a bigger issue? The crew takes a hard look at what’s really going on beyond the headlines, breaking down performances, concerns, and whether this group stacks up as one of the weakest outfields in the National Leag

[RCOW] Felipe Lopez | The Secret Weapon's Apprentice Apr 17, 2026 10:54 How does a player go from being released by a last-place team to hitting .385 for the St. Louis Cardinals in the span of a single week?In this installment of Random Cardinal of the Week, Jim Plaza dives into the fascinating, "roller coaster" career of utility man Felipe Lopez. A former top-10 pick and Silver Slugger winner, Lopez hit rock bottom in 2008 with a negative WAR and a mid-seas

75. Cardinals Mailbag Madness - Walker, Winn, and What's Next?! (feat. Josh Jacobs) Apr 12, 2026 52:53 The mailbag is loaded, and Josh Jacobs joins us to answer it all.In this episode of the Redbird Rundown, we tackle a wide range of St. Louis Cardinals questions straight from fans — covering everything from Jordan Walker’s future to Masyn Winn’s offensive struggles and growing concerns around Ivan Herrera.We also dig into bigger-picture topics like which players are truly untouchable, how soon JJ

[RCOW] The "Burger" that Conquered Barry Bonds | Ray King Apr 10, 2026 12:49 When you think of the legendary 2004 St. Louis Cardinals, names like Pujols, Edmonds, and Rolen immediately come to mind. You might even think of a young Adam Wainwright. But games aren't just won by the superstars; they’re won by the guys who come jogging out of the bullpen in the 7th inning to put out a fire.This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Ray King, the durable, 250-pound left-hand

[COMT] Are Jordan Walker and the St. Louis Cardinals for real? Feat. Kevin Wheeler Apr 8, 2026 01:07:20 In this episode of Cardinals On My Time, Scott Plaza is joined by Matt and Jonathan from Redbird Rundown and special guest Kevin Wheeler from KMOX to break down everything happening in Cardinal Nation.We dive deep into Jordan Walker’s mechanical changes and why his "Aaron Judge bat speed" is finally turning into results. We also debate the "Oli-isms" of manager Oli Marmol, the

74. Cardinals Mystery Stat Lines Apr 5, 2026 56:43 We’re putting our baseball knowledge to the test with a saber metric-style guessing game: Guess That Cardinal!In this episode, we run through real stat lines from the early season—no names attached, just the numbers. The challenge: can we correctly identify which St. Louis Cardinals player is behind each stat line?Some are obvious. Some are tricky. And a few might completely surprise you.Along the

[RCOW] Delino DeShields | High socks and speed Apr 3, 2026 11:01 Imagine a world where Ryne Sandberg—the legendary Cubs icon and "Cardinal killer"—was manning second base at Busch Stadium. In the winter of 1996, that "what if" was remarkably close to becoming a reality. But when the Cardinals balked at a two-year deal for the aging Hall of Famer, they pivoted to a gamble: a speedster coming off a career-worst season and a negative WAR. That

73. Opening Weekend Overreactions Mar 29, 2026 56:00 Opening Weekend is in the books—and the overreactions are already in midseason form. We break down what actually matters after the first few games and what’s just noise. From hot starts to slow bats, we talk through the early trends, standout moments, and a lot of JJ Wetherholt! Download the Patreon app and search Redbird Rundown to join our gameday chats!State Farm – Scott Owens (Mt. Vernon, IL)📞

[COMT] St. Louis Cardinals Opening Day Win Overreaction Mar 27, 2026 52:29 The 2026 St. Louis Cardinals season is officially underway, and if Game 1 is any indication, fans are in for a wild ride. Host Scott Plaza is joined by Jake Wood (Viva el Birdos) and Roman Rodriguez (Baseball Banter) to break down a thrilling, "nail-biter" Opening Day victory against the Tampa Bay Rays.From a 425-foot bomb by rookie sensation JJ Wetherholt to an explosive eight-run 6th i

72. Cardinals Who Will Define the Season (feat. Aidan Gray) Mar 22, 2026 51:57 Who actually decides how the 2026 St. Louis Cardinals season goes?In this episode, we’re joined by Aidan Gray from Redbirds on the Arch as each of us drafts five Cardinals players who will ultimately determine the success or failure of the season. These aren’t just the best players — these are the nexus points of the roster. If they hit, the Cardinals contend. If they don’t… things could go sidewa

[RCOW] Last of the Mujicans: The Random Cardinal Who Conquered the Ninth Mar 20, 2026 12:45 When Jason Motte went down with Tommy John surgery in 2013, the Cardinals' championship aspirations were in jeopardy. Enter Edward "The Chief" Mujica—a journeyman reliever who went from a mid-season acquisition to an All-Star closer almost overnight.This week on Random Cardinal of the Week, Jim Plaza breaks down the dominant, high-stakes, and occasionally sleepy tenure of one of the

[COMT] Brothers vs. Brothers: The 2026 Cardinals fWAR Draft Mar 18, 2026 43:42 The Plazas vs. The Smiths. It’s the inaugural 2026 Cardinals fWAR Draft!Scott and Jim Plaza welcome the founders of Redbird Rundown, Matt and Jonathan Smith, for a 2026 season preview like no other. We’re drafting nine-man rosters based on FanGraphs' Wins Above Replacement (fWAR). From Masyn Winn’s superstar upside to the "sneaky" value of Ramon Urias, we break down every corner of t

71. Debating The Most Controversial Cardinals Over-Unders (feat. Jake Wood) Mar 16, 2026 01:03:01 The computer models are out, and Cardinals fans have thoughts. We’re joined by Jake Wood (Viva El Birdos) to break down the most controversial 2026 ZiPS Projections for the St. Louis Cardinals.We put our reputations on the line with our "Locks" of the year and debate the over/under for:Victor Scott II (36 Steals)JJ Wetherholt (.338 OBP)Nolan Gorman (21 HR)Dustin May (8.06 K/9)And more!Is

[RCOW] From Tow Trucks to the Big Leagues: The Global Journey of Jason Simontacchi Mar 13, 2026 13:48 "Baseball is a global sport, but for Jason Simontacchi, it was a literal passport."This week on Random Cardinal of the Week, Jim Plaza dives into the incredible, globe-trotting career of right-hander Jason Simontacchi. Long before he was a fixture in the St. Louis rotation, Simontacchi was a 21st-round pick who nearly walked away from the game entirely.After being released by multiple or

[Bonus Episode Clip] Cardinals Ivan Herrera Already Having Knee Problems Mar 12, 2026 04:17 This is a clip from our most recent bonus episode. Go to patreon.com/redbirdrundown and subscribe at our introductory $1/month tier to get the rest of this episode and a new bonus episode each week!Until opening day, you'll also be entered into a drawing for two Coca-Cola unlimited tickets to the May 4th game vs the Brewers!Subscribe and get everything above for just $1!

[COMT] Matthew Liberatore: Cardinals Ace? + Rotation Battle & Dustin May's St. Louis Future Mar 11, 2026 37:19 The St. Louis Cardinals pitching rotation is taking shape, but it doesn't look like anyone expected. Scott Plaza is joined by Nate Schwartz (Pitcher List) and Thomas Gauvain (Redbird Rants) to break down a dominant spring performance from Matthew Liberatore. Is he ready to be the "face" of the rotation?In this episode:The "Libby" Leap: Analyzing Matthew Liberatore’s improve

70. The Biggest Cardinals Position Battles Right Now (feat. Redbird Farmhands) Mar 8, 2026 54:30 The St. Louis Cardinals have extended manager Oli Marmol — but the real drama might be unfolding in Spring Training.Join at patreon.com/redbirdrundown for free! You can also access our bonus tier there!In this episode of Redbird Rundown, Scott, Matt, and Jonathan discuss the Cardinals’ decision to give Marmol a two-year extension with a 2029 team option and what it says about the organization’s di

[RCOW] John Rodriguez | The St. Louis J-Rod Mar 6, 2026 09:21 Before Julio Rodriguez was a household name, there was another J-Rod patrolling the outfield in St. Louis.In this week’s edition of Random Cardinal of the Week, Jim Plaza dives into the career of John Rodriguez. A classic "late bloomer," Rodriguez spent eight grueling years in the minor leagues and logged over 2,500 at-bats before finally getting his shot at age 27.Discover how a "p

Bonus Episode! Spring Training Notes and Tink the Closer Mar 4, 2026 26:03 Our patreon is here! Find us at patreon.com/redbirdrundown. Going forward these episodes will be only for our premium patrons. Take advantage of our special launch deal to get a bonus episode each week for only $1 for the first month.In this bonus episode we share something we're buying so far from spring training, something we're watching for, and a mild, medium, or hot take.Matt pulled o

69. The Ultimate Cardinals Prospect Draft (feat. Kareem Haq) Mar 1, 2026 43:52 The future of the St. Louis Cardinals is on the clock. This week on Redbird Rundown, Jonathan, Matt, and Scott welcome Kareem from the Birds on the Farm for a full-on Cardinals prospect draft. Each of us built our own big board, drafted our favorite prospects.We debate sleepers, upside plays, risky picks, and which young Redbirds could impact the big league club sooner than you think.Plus, we shar

[RCOW] The Trio That Defined an Era | Lonnie, Willie, and Silent George Feb 27, 2026 12:57 The 1982 World Champion St. Louis Cardinals are often remembered for the backflips of Ozzie Smith and the genius of Whitey Herzog. But the engine that truly powered that team sat behind the infield dirt.In this special Black History Month finale of Random Cardinal of the Week, Jim Plaza dives into the stories of three men who formed one of the most dynamic outfields in baseball history: Lonnie Smi

[COMT] The Catching Freight Train is Coming to St. Louis Feb 25, 2026 50:09 SHHHH: https://www.patreon.com/posts/you-found-it-in-151595607Spring Training is in full swing at the brand-new Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium! Scott Plaza is joined by Matt Smith and special guest JD Hafron from Locked On Cardinals to break down the early highs and lows from Jupiter.We dive deep into the starting rotation's health—from Libby’s impressive splitter to the "batting practice b

68. Cardinals Storylines to Define 2026 (feat. Daniel Shoptaw) Feb 22, 2026 01:00:28 What will decide the 2026 season for the St. Louis Cardinals?In this episode of the Redbird Rundown, Matt, Jonathan, and Scott break down the biggest make-or-break storylines that could define the year — from rotation health to roster surprises.We’re also joined by special guest Daniel Shoptaw (C70 on Twitter) to hear what storylines he’s watching most closely.Plus, Jonathan highlights a lesser-kn

[RCOW] Bake McBride: The Rookie Revelation Feb 20, 2026 09:46 In this special Black History Month edition of Random Cardinal of the Week, we look at the man who revitalized the Cardinals' outfield during one of the toughest decades in franchise history. Arnold Ray "Bake" McBride didn't even play high school baseball in his hometown of Fulton, Missouri—yet he became a 37th-round draft pick who took the National League by storm.In this episod

Are Cardinals Fans Actually Envious of the White Sox? (feat. Sean Anderson) Feb 18, 2026 39:34 Could things actually be worse in St. Louis than they are on the South Side?This week, Scott Plaza is joined by Sean Anderson (@Sean_W_Anderson) of CHGO White Sox (@CHGO_WhiteSox) to perform a "rebuild wellness check" on two of baseball's most storied (and currently struggling) franchises. While Cardinals fans are bracing for a "reset," White Sox fans are finally seeing lig

67. Sink or Swim: Cardinals Jupiter Survival Guide Feb 15, 2026 58:40 The St. Louis Cardinals are heading to Jupiter, Florida, and we’re building the ultimate “packing list” for the players who need a big spring. Andy, Matt, Jonathan, and Scott each pick position players, pitchers, and under-the-radar guys and decide what survival item and luxury item they need to take the next step in 2026.We talk names like Jordan Walker, Lars Nootbaar, Matthew Liberatore, Ivan He

[RCOW] Bill Greason | The Pioneering Pastor Feb 13, 2026 10:53 In honor of Black History Month, Random Cardinal of the Week steps away from the usual deep cuts to profile a true pioneer. Meet William Henry Greason, the man who broke the pitching color barrier for the St. Louis Cardinals.While the story of Jackie Robinson is well-known, the integration of the Cardinals—the southernmost and westernmost team in MLB at the time—was a unique struggle set against t

[COMT] Are the St. Louis Cardinals building with "Dudes" or just filling spots with "Guys"? Feb 13, 2026 48:02 Spring Training 2026 is underway at the newly renovated Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium, and the vibes are… vibin'. As the Cardinals embrace a true rebuild, the rotation is a blank slate.This week on Cardinals On My Time, Scott Plaza is joined by Josh Jacobs (Site Expert at Redbird Rants) to perform a "vibes check" on the pitching staff. We move past the box scores and look at the &quot

66. The Donovan Deal Changes Everything (Plus the Future of Watching Cardinals Baseball) Feb 8, 2026 48:49 The Cardinals made another big move — and this one might shape the next few seasons.On this episode of Redbird Rundown, we break down the Brendan Donovan trade and all of its ripple effects. What did Donovan mean to the Cardinals during his time in St. Louis? How should fans feel about the return, and what does this deal signal about the organization’s direction heading into 2026? We also step bac

[RCOW] Bud Smith | The Last No-Hitter in St. Louis Feb 6, 2026 07:58 In this episode, we revisit a night in September 2001 that should have been the start of a legendary career. Bud Smith was the Cardinals' #1 prospect—ranked even higher than a young Albert Pujols. At just 21 years old, he achieved what Bob Gibson and Jesse Haines only did once, and what modern aces like Adam Wainwright never could: he threw a no-hitter.But while Bud Smith still holds the title

[COMT] The Donovan Blockbuster: Did the Cardinals Finally Win the Waiting Game? Feb 3, 2026 28:38 The Brendan Donovan era in St. Louis has officially come to an end. After months of "waiting to be blown away," Chaim Bloom pulled the trigger on a complex three-team deal with the Seattle Mariners and Tampa Bay Rays.On today's episode, Scott Plaza is joined by Redbird Farmhands, Aidan Gray (Redbirds on the Arch), and Roman Rodriguez to answer the big questions:Did the Cardinals win

65. ZiPS, Copium, and the Truth About the 2026 St. Louis Cardinals Feb 1, 2026 44:19 ZIPS projections are out… and Cardinals fans are once again staring straight into the void.In this episode of Redbird Rundown, we dig into Dan Szymborski’s ZIPS projections from FanGraphs and ask the only questions that matter:👉 Are the Cardinals actually better than they look on paper?👉 Who’s being underrated, overrated, or outright disrespected?👉 And how much copium is too much copium?We break d

[RCOW] Khalil Greene| The Heavy Burden of the Bright Lights Jan 30, 2026 04:45 In the premiere episode of Random Cardinal of the Week, we look back at one of the most talented—and tragic—shortstops to ever wear the uniform: Khalil Greene.Acquired in December 2008 to anchor a position previously held by legends like "The Wizard," Greene arrived in St. Louis with a highlight reel that rivaled the best in the game. But beneath the diving plays and the "monster&qu

64. The Burly of It All: An Alec Burleson Statcast Draft Jan 25, 2026 53:00 What stat actually defines Alec Burleson’s value to the Cardinals?On this episode of The Redbird Rundown, we’re drafting the Baseball Savant metrics we believe matter most when evaluating Alec Burleson—both now and in the years ahead. After a quick five-word vibe check from the past week, we jump into a stat draft designed to separate the noise from the numbers that truly matter.Using 15 Baseball

[COMT] Inside the Clubhouse: Cardinals Youth Movement and Bloom’s Remaining Checklist Jan 21, 2026 28:38 The Cardinals are officially rebuilding, but the energy at the 2026 Winter Warm-Up didn't feel like a 73-win team. Today, we’re recapping our time at Busch Stadium, featuring exclusive interview reactions from the next generation of St. Louis baseball.In this episode:The Leadership Gap: How Alec Burleson and Masyn Winn are handling the "Veteran" tag at age 27.The Pitching Lab: Why ev

63. The Cardinals Actually Traded Arenado and a Winter Warm Up Review Jan 18, 2026 01:01:27 It finally happened — the Cardinals traded Nolan Arenado.On this episode of The Redbird Rundown, Andy, Matt, Jonathan, and Scott react to the long-anticipated Nolan Arenado trade to the Arizona Diamondbacks. We unpack the full deal, reflect on Arenado’s time in St. Louis, and discuss what the move means for the Cardinals’ future at third base.Scott also joins with live insight from Cardinals Winte

[COMT] Who Owns Third Base? Wetherholt, Gorman, and the Post-Arenado Cardinals Jan 14, 2026 40:27 Scott Plaza is joined by Jake Wood of Viva El Birdos to break down the blockbuster trade sending Nolan Arenado to the Arizona Diamondbacks. We discuss the $26 million cash swap, the return of Jack Martinez, and why Chaim Bloom finally hit the "reset" button on the veteran core.We also dive into the fallout for the rest of the roster: • The Winners: Who takes over at third base? Weatherho

62. Masyn Winn's Offensive Profile: Can the Power Develop? Jan 11, 2026 52:01 Welcome back to Redbird Rundown, your go-to podcast for everything St. Louis Cardinals ⚾️Andy is joined by Matt, Jonathan, and welcoming Scott Plaza as a new regular voice on the show. You’ll be hearing a lot more from Scott (@MrPlaztastic17 on X) moving forward — on this podcast and beyond.On this episode, we start with a quick vibe check from the past week (five words or less), then dive into re

61. Redbird Rundown Wives Edition Jan 4, 2026 27:26 In this family fun version of Redbird Rundown, the wives of the guys hop on to give hot takes, play some games, and offer advice to all those people out there with a spouse or partner who just can't quit the Birds.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E60 - Saluting Willson and Diving Into the Return Dec 28, 2025 42:22 Willson Contreras was an awesome part of the Cardinals in a bad era. The guys reflect on his time in St. Louis - including what worked and what didn't. Then, they speculate on the position player side of the roster as is and dive into the prospect return.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E59 - The Dustin May Deep Dive Dec 21, 2025 42:34 With the offseason creeping along, the guys do a proper deep dive into Dustin May. They talk about his repertoire, pedigree as a prospect, injury history, and what might make him more successful as a Cardinal. After this pod, you'll know Dustin May as well as his own mom does.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E58 - Dustin May, the Winter Meetings, and Bloom Bodies Mo Dec 15, 2025 57:41 A lot has happened in the last week and the guys assemble to review it all. Dustin May (Gingergaard!), the Winter Meetings, and whether Chaim Bloom's recent comments about Ivan Herrera were a shot at John Mozielak's regime. We anticipate more trades coming, but we react to the news we have!Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help us grow the community.

S1 E57 - Prospect Rundown - Who We Will See in 2026 Dec 7, 2025 52:01 The guys run down some of the brightest prospects coming on the horizon of the franchise. Along the way they offer upside and downside comps for each player and estimate when we'll see each prospect at the big league level. It's the most exciting part of the Cardinals franchise - let's dig in!Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E56 - So Long Sonny: The Sonny Gray Trade Nov 30, 2025 45:43 Chaim Bloom strikes with the first big move of the offseason for the Cardinals in dealing away team ace Sonny Gray. The guys come together to say so long to Sonny and then think through the return. What should we expect from Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke? What does it tell us about the way Chaim Bloom will continue to operate?Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow

S1 E55 - 40 Man Roster and Changing Baseball Nov 23, 2025 53:22 The guys give their takes on the 40 man roster decisions before talking the changes coming to baseball. Namely they weigh in on thone introduction of the ABS system, talk ghost runners in the playoffs, and stare down the looming lockout in 2027. They debate whether fixes to the financial system of baseball are worth sacrificing games.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help

S1 E54 - Redbird Rundown Plays GM Nov 16, 2025 50:20 If the Redbird Rundown guys were GM this offseason, what would our opening day roster look like? We answer that question and have some interesting philosophical debates along the way. It could be quite the offseason!Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community!

S1 E53 - Chaim's Pen - A Bullpen Performance Review Nov 9, 2025 55:17 The bullpen has a number of intriguing arms and the guys wrap up their 2025 performance review series by deep diving the lot of them. Who's worth keeping? Who doesn't have the talent to stick? And how does the bullpen show the Cardinals franchise as a whole?Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and reivew to help grow the community.

S1 E52 - Yamamoto We Ain't: Performance Reviews for the Starters Nov 2, 2025 57:46 The guys reflect on an all-time World Series - they're fans of the game after all! But then they transition to a performance review of the starters. Is there anything worth keeping here? What is Matthew Liberatore, really? On paper, it's the weakest part of the team. We take stock of what's there.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help us grow the community.

S1 E51 - Power Outage: C-OF Performance Reviews Oct 26, 2025 54:45 Herrera, Burly, and...what else? The guys take a dive into a weak spot in the Cardinals organization at the major league level and see who's worth the spot on the roster next year and who needs to go. The results are quite surprising in some cases.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community,

S1 E50 - A Performance Review for the Infield Oct 19, 2025 59:25 Contreras, Donovan, Gorman, Saggese, Winn, and Arenado - who's worth their weight? Who's worth keeping and who would the guys from Redbird Rundown like to see go this offseason amongst the infielders? The guys tackle it from every imaginable angle in this episode.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E49 - Why We're Ok That Oli is Sticking Around Oct 12, 2025 48:56 Hate Oli Marmol? Time to listen to the other side of things. The guys lay out the case as to why Oli Marmol is a fine choice to continue into 2026 as the manager of the St. Louis Cardinals. They evaluate him based on his in-game management, media relations, and how much the players like him.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E48 - The Generational Shift in the Cards Front Office Oct 5, 2025 51:29 Mo is out. Chaim is in. The guys talk about both pressers, sharing their feelings as fans and observers of the Cardinals franchise as a whole. Did Bloom do enough to soothe Cardinals fans wanting a real change?Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E47 - 2025 Season Awards Sep 28, 2025 47:15 With the season at its conclusion, the guys assemble to dish our some season awards with a twist - each performance is compared to a household item. Found out who the plunger was this year!Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E46 - Weighing the Career of John Mozeliak Sep 21, 2025 57:12 The guys have come to praise and bury John Mozeliak. They take on the full sweep of his Cardinals career and consider his performance on a wide variety of metrics. The reminisce on the highs and the lows and why the last few years have really tarnished a Red Jacket career.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E45 - Do Leahy and Svanson Have More in the Tank Sep 14, 2025 46:34 The guys go under the hood on Matt Svanson and Kyle Leahy with an eye towards the future. With a cavernous hole in the 2026 rotation, are there any in-house candidates to fill in?Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and reveiw to hlpe grow the community.

S1 E44 - What Do We Think of Jordan Walker Now Sep 7, 2025 48:05 The Cardinals coaching staff was shockingly open about Jordan Walker's struggles and preparation. The crew comes together to give their thoughts on the issue and highlight a player and pitcher of the month for August.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E43 - The Most to Win or Lose Draft Aug 31, 2025 48:27 As the season drags to a close the guys draft who they think has the most to win or lose down the stretch. This season is now about 2026, and so was this draft. What players will seize the moment with new POBO Chaim Bloom coming on board?Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E42 - Excitement Down on the Farm Aug 24, 2025 50:08 The guys touch base with the major league club and then spend most of the time talking about the huge wave of exciting players cresting towards St. Louis. Strikeout punch. Power. It's an exciting time down on the farm and the guys bring you all the analysis you'll need.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E41 - Post All-Star Fizzle and Sizzle Aug 17, 2025 42:56 The guys deep dive the successes and failures of Gorman, Herrera, and Walker post All-Star break and consider some big questions about each of them. Each figures to be integral in the offseason plans of Chaim Bloom and the guys get a jump on considering what the Cardinals might do.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E40 - The Cardinals Teardown Debate Aug 10, 2025 46:13 The guys take a step back from the season and ask what it's all for? Will Cardinal fans stand behind a team that wins 85-88 games every year? Should the new front office consider a more aggressive teardown in the offseason? What are the pros and cons?Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E39 - The "Mo"st Trade Deadline Ever Aug 3, 2025 50:49 Jonathan and Matt convene to review the trade deadline. How well did the Cardinals do? Did they go far enough? Was this the most "Mo" thing in the past decade? They also crown a player and pitcher of the month for July.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E38 - The Trade Deadline Extravaganza Jul 27, 2025 49:26 This is it, the guys deep dive the trade deadline. They weigh out how consequential this is for the franchise moving forward. Talk about what they want to see and what they think we will actually see, and even propose a couple of fake trades!Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help grow the community.

S1 E37 - The Biggest Second Half Questions Jul 20, 2025 41:36 Smack in the middle of perhaps the low point of the season, the guys consider the biggest second half questions. What runway guys will shine? Will Oliver Marmol survive the season? Is Andre Pallante a rotation piece moving forward - and more!Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help us grow the community.

S1 E36 - All-Stars and Drafting Stars Jul 13, 2025 46:38 As the Cardinals head into the All-Star break, the guys ruminate on the recent results on the field, preview the midsummer classic, and go through the list of possible names that the Birds could use the number 5 pick on.Thanks for supporting the show! Follow, rate, and review to help us grow the community.

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