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NLCS Game Discussion for Dodgers vs Brewers Sunday Night
The first step to seeing who represents the National League in the World Series begins Sunday night in Milwaukee. Can the Brewers finally break the stranglehold that the Dodgers have had on the NL the past 2 seasons? We’ll begin the discovery process Sunday night as first pitch is scheduled for 7pm central time. Game […]
Which position of need do the Cardinals need to fill first?
Chaim Bloom has gotten ahead of the offseason speculation season and all but told the fans that the upcoming offseason will be more of the same for the St. Louis Cardinals. Whether or not you agree with staying the course for an undetermined amount of time, the 2027 season has enough clouds around it that […]
AL Division Series Game Discussion: Guardians vs White Sox Saturday Night
One team will advance to the American League Championship Series to take on the Tampa Bay Rays. Saturday night, we’ll learn if that’s the Chicago White Sox or the Cleveland Guardians. RHP Sean Burke will start for the visiting White Sox while RHP Gavin Williams will carry the hopes of the Guardians. First pitch is […]
Cardinals Catching the Brewers, Part 2: Further Away Than You Think
Last week, I compared the Cardinals’ position-player strength to that of their primary NL Central obstacle, the Milwaukee Brewers. Today, I am going to tackle the pitching side. I was interested in doing this direct comparison because I think the Cardinals’ position relative to the Brewers will inform the decisions that Chaim Bloom makes this […]
How run-scoring explosion in the minors affects how we should look at St. Louis Cardinal prospects
VEB points will be awarded to contributors who can identify the prospect on the opening screen. Hint…one of the most surprising break-out performances of the 2026 season, especially in regards to power. What was going on in the minor leagues? If you haven’t heard, power numbers are up throughout the minor leagues. Most notably, the […]
AL Division Series Game Discussion: Guardians vs White Sox Thursday Night
It’s game 4 of the ALDS as the White Sox try to close out the Guardians who are hoping they can force a game 5 back at their home park. LHP Parker Messick will start the game for Cleveland while Chicago will give the ball to LHP Hagen Smith. First pitch scheduled for 7pm central […]
Possible free agent target for St. Louis Cardinals: Trevor Rogers
The Cardinals will not be getting Tarik Skubal. I know this, you know this, the most delusional and optimistic Cardinal fan you have ever met knows it too. In theory, every other free agent starting pitcher could be on the table. In theory. I’m not saying it’s a high percentage chance, but it’s enough of […]
NL Division Series Game Discussion: Brewers vs Padres Wednesday Night
It’s game 4 of the NL Division Series as the Padres will try to force a game 5. Walker Buehler will get the start for the Padres while the Brewers will depend on LHP Robert Gasser. First pitch at Petco Park is scheduled for 9pm central time and the game broadcast is available via Fox/FS1.
NL Division Series Game Discussion: Braves vs Dodgers Wednesday Night
The Dodgers will try to finish off the Braves to move onto the NLCS Wednesday night in Atlanta. The Dodgers will start RHP Tyler Glasnow while the Braves will hope that RHP Tyler Mahle can save their season. First pitch is scheduled for 5pm central time and the game broadcast will be available via Fox/FS1.
In Critique of the 2026 St Louis Cardinals Season
Well, I don’t have a ton to chirp about, as I expected a pretty decent showing of the team. They didn’t really let me down so much as I think they could’ve done a little better. While I have been a fairly staunch Oliver Marmol supporter, at times defending him sternly, at others saying that […]
NL Division Series Game Discussion: Brewers vs Padres Tuesday Night
After a heartbreaking game 2 defeat, the San Diego Padres return home to Petco Park to host the Milwaukee Brewers in game 3 of the NLDS. Dustin May will try to nail down the series for the Brewers while the Padres will rely on RHP Nick Pivetta. First pitch is scheduled for 8:30pm central time […]
NL Division Series Game Discussion: Braves vs Dodgers Tuesday Night
It’s a pivotal game 3 in the NLDS as the Braves return home to Atlanta. They’ll give the ball to Chris Sale while the Dodgers will start Yoshinobu Yamamoto. First pitch is scheduled for 5pm central time and the game broadcast will be available via Fox/FS1.
Why the Cardinals Shouldn’t Add to Their 2027 Starting Rotation
I know this concept is going to go over with fans like a lead balloon, but I feel convicted in my premise. So much so that I’m doing a complete rewrite of my article at 8:30 PM on Monday. I had an article all written and ready to go featuring 8 potential starting pitchers “who […]
St. Louis Cardinals Biggest 2027 Challenge? Managing Expectations
I have been a St. Louis Cardinals fan for more than five decades and I have lived through many different eras of losing seasons, championships and everything in between. I can’t recall any of them being more unclear about what the expectations should be for an upcoming season than the one that will hopefully begin […]
Possible free agent target for St. Louis Cardinals: JP Crawford
I already know the reaction of the vast majority of fans reading this headline, which will produce some version of “Wait what?” I have legitimately not seen his name thrown out as a possible Cardinals target anywhere, and it’s understandable because he is technically a shortstop. In fact, there’s a strong possibility the only thing […]
NL Division Series Game Discussion: Braves vs Dodgers Sunday Night
It’s game 2 between the Atlanta Braves and Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday night in LA. Blake Snell gets the start for the billionaires Dodgers while the Braves have announced LHP Ray Kerr as their starter. First pitch scheduled for 7pm central time and the game broadcast will be available via Fox/FS1.
NL Division Series Game Discussion: Padres vs Brewers Sunday
After a dramatic Saturday night showdown in Milwaukee won by the Brewers, it’s game two of the NL Division Series Sunday afternoon. RHP Michael King will try to help the San Diego Padres draw even while the Milwaukee Brewers will give the ball to RHP Logan Henderson. First pitch is scheduled for 3pm central time […]
How did the Cardinals do compared to your expectations?
Now that the St. Louis Cardinals season is over, it is now fair to look at the entire year together and evaluate the team’s performance rather than grading the season with games left to play. According to basically every respected outlet that produces baseball content, the Cardinals and their fans should be ecstatic for how […]
NL Division Series Game Discussion: Padres vs Brewers Saturday
The showdown in Milwaukee begins Saturday night as the Brewers host the San Diego Padres. Robbie Ray will make the start for the Padres while the Brewers will depend on the rifle arm of Jacob Misiorowski. First pitch is scheduled for 7:30pm central time and the game broadcast will be available via Fox/FS1.
NL Division Series Game Discussion: Braves vs Dodgers Saturday
The National League Division Series begin with the Atlanta Braves traveling to Los Angeles to challenge the Dodgers. Tarik Skubal will make the start for the Dodgers while the Braves will start LHP Dylan Dodd. First pitch is scheduled for 3pm central time and the game broadcast will be available via Fox and FS1.
Cardinals Catching the Brewers, Part 1: Closer Than You Think
In Chaim Bloom’s end-of-season press conference, he was firm on his stance that the Cardinals would not take any shortcuts in building a team that could contend for division titles and World Series championships. Watching the Cubs get swept out of the playoffs in two games was quite enjoyable, but was also a good reminder […]
The St. Louis Cardinals send 9 players to the Arizona Fall League
For a very few, the season is not yet over. The Arizona Fall League (AFL) beckons, and the invitations given often present signs of where a player stands in an organization and provide an opportunity for a player to redefine that path. Once seen, not so long ago, as a finishing school for top MiLB […]
NL Wild Card Game Discussion: Phillies vs Braves Thursday Night
It’s the deciding game 3 between the Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves Thursday afternoon. RHP Aaron Nola will start for the Phillies while the Braves will give the ball to LHP Ray Kerr. First pitch is scheduled for 7pm central time and the game broadcast will be available via NBC/Peacock.
St. Louis Cardinals Minor League Update: Upper Levels
Sadly, we have reached the last minor league update of the 2026 season. These are a bit time-consuming, so I suppose it’s not that sad for me, but it’s just another reminder that there’s no more baseball to follow. Technically, the AFL is there, but it doesn’t scratch the same itch. At least this year […]
NL Wild Card Game Discussion: Cubs vs Padres Wednesday Night
It could be the end of the Chicago Cubs season Wednesday night as the San Diego Padres will try to eliminate them at Petco Park. The Cubs will turn to RHP Kevin Gausman while the Padres will start Nick Pivetta. First pitch is scheduled for 9pm central time and the game broadcast is available via […]
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