Episodios

  • Liberatore Wants Opening Day, Should the Cardinals Just Hand Him the Ball? | Cards Central 365

    Liberatore Wants Opening Day, Should the Cardinals Just Hand Him the Ball? | Cards Central 365
    Jan 11 2026
    Matthew Liberatore flat-out said he wants the Opening Day start, and the Cardinals’ new-look rotation might actually let him take it. Brenden Schaeffer and Ryan Fagan break down why this is the perfect “prove it” spring, plus who makes the first-weekend starting five. ⭐️ Become an STL Sports Central Insider: https://stlsportscentral.com/2025/11/15/stl-sports-central-insiders 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 m
  • St. Louis Cardinals to sign Ryne Stanek, per reports - REACTION & ANALYSIS | Cards Central 365

    St. Louis Cardinals to sign Ryne Stanek, per reports - REACTION & ANALYSIS | Cards Central 365
    Jan 10 2026
    The Cardinals are reportedly closing in on a deal with veteran reliever Ryane Stanek, and Card Central 365 breaks down what it could mean for a franchise clearly leaning into a low-risk, high-reward approach to roster building Multiple reports indicate St. Louis is targeting Stanek as a potential bounce-back bullpen arm who could provide strikeout upside, veteran leadership, and possibly become a valuable trade chip at the deadline if the Cardinals are not in contention. Stanek, a St. Louis native and former first-round pick, had his best seasons with Houston in 2021–22 but struggled in 2024 between Seattle and New York. Despite the recent downturn, his elite fastball velocity, strikeout potential, and experience in multiple bullpen roles make him an intriguing project for the Cardinals’ pitching development group. The show discusses how his presence could stabilize a younger bullpen, take pressure off manager Oliver Marmol, and give the Cardinals flexibility—either as a contributor in a competitive season or as a deadline flip for future assets. The panel also dives into Stanek’s pitch mix, fastball predictability issues, and how St. Louis may attempt to “rebuild” his effectiveness in a pitching-lab environment. With the Cardinals continuing to add depth and prioritize strikeout arms, Stanek becomes a classic “prove-it” signing that fits the club’s transitional strategy heading into 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 m
  • Brendan Donovan Trade Watch, Why Ketel Marte Staying Put Changes Everything | Cards Central 365

    Brendan Donovan Trade Watch, Why Ketel Marte Staying Put Changes Everything | Cards Central 365
    Jan 9 2026
    The Brendan Donovan trade chatter just got louder, and this time it’s because one major domino didn’t fall. With Ketel Marte staying in Arizona, the Cardinals might suddenly be holding more leverage than expected. Brenden Schaeffer and Ryan Fagan break down how the infield market is shifting, why Donovan’s versatility matters so much, and whether the Cardinals should stay patient or strike while teams get desperate. ⭐️ Become an STL Sports Central Insider: https://stlsportscentral.com/2025/11/15/stl-sports-central-insiders 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 m
  • Cardinals Avoid Arbitration With All 7 Players, What Does it Mean for Trades? | Cards Central 365

    Cardinals Avoid Arbitration With All 7 Players, What Does it Mean for Trades? | Cards Central 365
    Jan 9 2026
    The Cardinals avoided arbitration with all seven eligible players, and that matters more than you think. In Chaim Bloom’s first run at arbitration in St. Louis, the front office took a noticeably different approach. Joe Roderick and Brenden Schaeffer break down every deal, what it means for payroll clarity, and how this impacts potential trades involving Brendan Donovan, Lars Nootbaar, and others. ⭐️ Become an STL Sports Central Insider: https://stlsportscentral.com/2025/11/15/stl-sports-central-insiders 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    20 m
  • Is a BIG Trade Coming for Cardinals?! | Cards Central 365

    Is a BIG Trade Coming for Cardinals?! | Cards Central 365
    Jan 8 2026
    The Cardinals made a quiet roster move, but the real conversation is about what comes next. Does adding Justin Bruihl signal anything bigger, or is this simply depth for a long season ahead? Joe Roderick and Brenden Schaeffer break down the Cardinals’ latest bullpen addition, debate the timing of a potential JoJo Romero trade, and react to the Cubs landing Edward Cabrera in a division-shifting deal. ⭐️ Become an STL Sports Central Insider: https://stlsportscentral.com/2025/11/15/stl-sports-central-insiders 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    19 m
  • JJ Wetherholt ROY Buzz Is Real, Why the Cardinals MUST Start Him in 2026 | Cards Central 365

    JJ Wetherholt ROY Buzz Is Real, Why the Cardinals MUST Start Him in 2026 | Cards Central 365
    Jan 6 2026
    MLB executives are already believing in JJ Wetherholt, and the Cardinals may not have a choice but to fast-track him. When insiders around baseball say he is the favorite for NL Rookie of the Year, expectations change fast. On today’s Cards Central 365, Joe Roderick and Brenden Schaeffer break down why Wetherholt looks like a lock to impact the Cardinals in 2026, how potential Nolan Arenado and Brendan Donovan trades factor in, and whether service time manipulation still makes sense. ⭐️ Become an STL Sports Central Insider: https://stlsportscentral.com/2025/11/15/stl-sports-central-insiders 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 m
  • Cardinals Running Out of Time on Arenado Trade: What Happens Next? | Cards Central 365

    Cardinals Running Out of Time on Arenado Trade: What Happens Next? | Cards Central 365
    Jan 5 2026
    The clock is ticking on the Nolan Arenado situation and the Cardinals are running out of options. With spring training just 5 weeks away, Joe and Brenden break down why this trade MUST happen and what it means if it doesn't. Key Takeaways: - Chaim Bloom confirms Cardinals still actively trying to move Arenado - Comparison to the 2021 Dexter Fowler trade (Cardinals paid 90%+ of salary) - Why Arenado showing up to spring training would be "beyond awkward" - The Angels could be a potential landing spot for the SoCal native ⭐️ Become an STL Sports Central Insider: https://stlsportscentral.com/2025/11/15/stl-sports-central-insiders 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 m
  • Filling out the St. Louis Cardinals' 2026 rotation | Cards Central 365

    Filling out the St. Louis Cardinals' 2026 rotation | Cards Central 365
    Jan 4 2026
    On this New Year’s edition of Cards Central 365, Ethan Hannaford and Luke Slabaugh take a deep dive into the St. Louis Cardinals’ evolving 2026 starting rotation and what it reveals about the organization’s rebuild strategy. With no true “ace” in recent seasons, the Cardinals are leaning into youth, upside, and controllable arms as they reshape their pitching staff. The duo breaks down which starters appear locked in—like Matthew Liberatore, Dustin May, and Michael McGreevy—while debating the roles and ceilings of intriguing options such as Kyle Leahy, Hunter Dobbins, Richard Fitz, Andre Pallante, and Quinn Mathews. It’s a thoughtful, forward-looking conversation about development, opportunity, and the arms that could define the Cardinals’ next competitive core. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 m
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