It's the episode with the Last Call for the ages. (Trust us) Before that, Joe, Doug, Keith, and Ron discuss the extra-physical first round playoff matchup between the Blues and the Jets. The Cardinals continue to confound prompting references to Sarah McLachlan and Robert Palmer. The NFL Draft turns out to be one that will be remembered for years and some of the stories are stranger than fiction. The gang takes on the Kentucky Derby from mint juleps to the return of Bob Baffert. Finally, St. Louis CITY SC can score goals in Los Angeles and, nowhere else. It's time for a three-day bender with a much younger companion...or is it? Join us for an episode from The Local House Bistro celebrating its one-year anniversary!

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Now on YouTube! The Sportsists join the video age and check in on the Blues first-round playoff matchup against the Jets. With apologies to the late Dennis Green, it's starting to look like the Cardinals are who we thought they were. The Tennessee saga with Nico is over for now - was it all just a trade? The NFL draft is this weekend with potential drama around a two-way player, a potentially over-confident quarterback and is Andy Reid taking on traits of Al Davis? St. Louis City SC has good news and bad news -- they stop the highest scoring attack in MLS, while not scoring a goal themselves. And Keith is not quizzed on Country music legends this week.

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Joe, Doug, Tom and Ron discuss the St. Louis Blues clinching a playoff berth and look ahead to round one against Winnipeg. The Cardinals are keeping things .500 and are surprisingly fun to watch. Doug leads a recap of The Masters and gives a historical perspective for Rory McIlroy's dramatic win. NIL madness descends to chaos the day before the Tennessee spring football game. What could possibly be next? We're afraid to ask. St. Louis CITY SC scores -- just not enough, unfortunately. All this plus Brooks & Dunn, Nelly and three different stories -- it's a boot scootin' episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast!

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Porter Waggoner would be proud of this episode. Joe, Doug, Tom, and Ron discuss the Blues' playoff prospects and look at what has changed since the Four Nation break that ignited the season-defining stretch run. Don't sleep on the contribution of Jobu. The Cardinals have high highs and odd lows. And Miles Mikolas just gave up another 100 mph exit speed hit off of the Green Monster. Then, the Sportists make a stop in Augusta for a tradition unlike any others as Masters weekend hits full swing. The gang looks back on the Final Four, the current state of college basketball, the future of college sports, the struggles of St. Louis City SC, and concerns regarding the NCAA transfer portal.

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Joe, Doug, Keith and Ron take on the topics of the day while name dropping throughout the episode. Damn the torpedo bats, as The Sportists salute Missouri coaching legend Jim Pendergrass after his most recent state basketball championship. The Blues refuse to lose and add an elite college player, the Cardinals show that they can win even if fans don’t show, The Tush Push survives in the NFL … for now. March Madness gives us a chalky Final Four, there is no “O” in CITY SC, and the college football Transfer Portal strikes again. Ever wanted to sit in the green seats at Busch Stadium? You may never have a better opportunity than now. All this plus Kellie Harper trends up and Rafael Devers trends decidedly down - but feels good - on this edition of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.

The Sportists predict the season outcomes for the St. Louis Cardinals in over/under style. You can predict along with The Sportists (a list of the questions can be found at STLSportists.com) and hear a very free-flowing discussion of the prospects for the 2025 team. How will injuries, the six-man rotation, and the upcoming front office regime change impact the product on the field and the attendance in the stands? Hear fearless forecasts and references to Dominican basketball, the Cliffhanger game on The Price is Right, and accidents getting off a bus. The Blues are the hottest team in the NHL- can they ride the wave to the playoffs? March Madness is not that mad at all. In fact, it borders on March Mildness. And St. Louis City SC has a night to forget in Philadelphia. All this and kitchen mittens on the St. Louis Sportist Podcast.

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Ron (after two martinis) and Keith (stone-cold sober) report live from the Draft Kings Sportsbook at the Casino Queen on day one of March Madness. There, they get by with a little help from their friends - Dr. Kim Simonds, a die-hard Kansas Jayhawk fan, and Brian Bunte, an Illinois graduate and Ilini hoops expert. They break down the prospects for their schools and Ron and Keith discuss the traditional 5 vs. 12 upset that seems to happen every year. The Blues are putting on a furious charge for the playoffs, and the city is captivated. Speaking of city, St. Louis CITY SC is undefeated through four matches with four clean sheets. Is the sky the limit?

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St. Louis and Oakland share a common (and unfortunate bond) - losing beloved sports franchises. In the first episode of the Sportist Conversations, Khaled Abdallah, host of the 40/40 Vision podcast, joins Ron Cook to discuss the recent developments surrounding the Athletics, including their move to Sacramento and the implications for fans and the city of Oakland. He shares insights on the new ballpark experience, the sentiment of long-time fans, and the impact of ownership decisions on the team's identity. The conversation also touches on the Coliseum's future and the Oakland Roots' emergence as a new community-focused sports team.

Check out Khaled's 40/40 Vision podcast here.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Khaled Abdallah and the A's

03:06 The A's Move to Sacramento and Ballpark Dynamics

05:52 Fan Sentiment and Identity Crisis in Oakland

12:49 Ownership and Future Prospects for the A's

15:40 The Impact of Player Departures on Fan Attachment

18:40 Comparing Fan Reactions to Team Success

21:31 The Future of the A's in Sacramento

24:30 Plans for the Oakland Coliseum and New Tenants

27:28 Conclusion and Reflections on Oakland Sports