Are the Cardinals recreating post-all-star swoon that took them out of playoff contention last year? Or will they rally as they have all year and remain in the National League Wild Card chase? Kyle Leahy has emerged as a reliable starter now that he is improving against the opposing lineup for a third time, but are there enough other solid starting pitching options?

The trade deadline is days away. Who will stay and who will go for the Cardinals? The Boston Red Sox are red hot, and Bobby Witt Jr. makes his first trip to the injured list.

The Open Championship is steeped in controversy, and the winner isn’t exactly a household name. Rory McIlroy is speaking freely about … anything he wants.

The 2026 World Cup concludes with a win for Indiana, or Spain if you prefer. One Sportist is already missing having an afternoon soccer match to view.

SEC media days are back, and Coach Drink has jokes. He also provides an update on Ahmad Hardy, which is mostly promising. And the SEC Commissioner again brings up breaking away from the rest of college football. What would Gordon Gekko say?

All this plus St. Louis CITY SC is winning matches and signing players, what is the WNBA thinking regarding marketing and is Mizzou a football or basketball school on this week’s episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.

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Jordan Walker announces his presence with authority and introduces himself to Major League Baseball on Monday. For the Cardinals – the record is the same as it was at this point last season – is the outlook for the rest of the season the same? And is Dustin May’s trade value on the decline at a very inopportune time?

Speaking of Mr. Walker, at what point is a contract extension appropriate? The team has a solid core with help on the way which leads to a feeling of an ascending franchise.

Notre Dame – or Argentina – advances to the World Cup final in an unmistakably Notre Dame fashion, winning late. Spain is waiting. And France and England will still play, just not in the match they anticipated.

The Open Championship is underway, and our golf expert sends in his preview. Will the “baked” conditions at Royal Birkdale lead to an unusual Open?

All this plus can YOU make a penalty kick and does Coach Drink practice his media day material in front of his kids on this week’s action-packed episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.

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The Cardinals have a solid road trip and then return to rough treatment from the first-place Brewers. The gang struggles to understand the pitching theory for those games while understanding that winning may not be the top priority for the Cardinals in 2026

The demoted Cardinals are finding rough sledding in Memphis, particularly Nolan Gorman. Is he headed down the path of Nolan Gorma, Colby Rasmus and others – perhaps sooner than later? And, what’s the best position on the infield for JJ Wetherholt long-term? How does that change if Masyn Winn isn’t in the picture?

The USMNT finds a familiar end in Seattle. Keith and the guys discuss how Team USA did not show up when it mattered most. Viewership is up and Erling Halland is a breakout star. What does all of this mean for the long-term prospects for soccer in the US?

LIV golfers will participate in a PGA event this weekend as the golfing world gets more confusing. Yet another improper action from Brendan Sorsby? And is Connor Bedard (literally) built for the long-haul?

All of this plus the NBA’s one free-throw experiment, the unexpected World Cup dating boom in Kansas City and Mizzou continues to improve their non-conference schedule. It’s an action-packed episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast!

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The Sportists record on Bobby Bonilla Day and celebrate appropriately, complete with a glorious cake from Labonne Bouchee (Thanks, Brian)!

There are surprise guests, late arrivals and all sorts of surprises in this episode as the team considers the critical phase of the season facing the St. Louis Cardinals. A month before the trade deadline, many questions about the 2026 seasons hang in the balance.

A former Cardinal – Wilson Contrares – seems to be on edge lately challenging fans and players alike. Dave Roberts is polishing his Hall of Fame credentials, and the Miami Marlins have a very hot June.

Elsewhere, Sergio Garcia encounters some bad lasagna. Wimbledon starts and the vibe is very different than it used to be. Sophie Cunningham wins the internet and finally, we may have resolution to the Brendan Sorsby situation.

Joe Spurlin offers a way to look at the World Cup that may change how you see the tournament for the rest of your life. And the gang is all watching more than they anticipated they would.

The Blues pull the trigger on the Mason McTavish acquisition which may turn out to be a key of buying low. And the Alexander Steen era begins in St. Louis – how will it differ from the Army administration? And are the Blues Better now than they were at the end of the season?

All of this plus Mo’s surprising move, who is America’s team and a town called Licking on this week’s wide-ranging episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.

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The midpoint of the baseball season is almost here and the Cardinals are in the thick of the playoff chase. The lineup is strong, but the rotation is springing leaks. The opening day starter seems especially vulnerable, and even Keith, a usually reliable defender, is out of ammunition.

Around the league, fans and players are concerned about a strike and Rafael Devers pulls a real-life Roger Dorn stunt in San Francisco. Pete Crow Armstrong continues to provide baffling moments along with brilliance and the Yankees and Dodgers have reasserted themselves at the top of their respective leagues.

The Blues make major news by sending away one of the franchise’s most polarizing players for a stunning haul that even social media applauds. At press time, the team has FOUR first-round picks, which presents versatility.

The Brendan Sorsby saga takes another insane turn as the NFL cancels the supplemental draft. Look for more attorney involvement coming soon. And Brian Kelly has found work – although not exactly where we might expect.

The World Cup continues to be can’t-miss TV and the one-name stars are shining. One former USMNT player says that they must play four perfect games to win the cup and says to not expect a win. Keith has strong feelings.

Golf fans behave badly in New York, Jack Webb almost had an amazing role, Sylvester Stallone wanted to score a goal and a memorable line from a Louisiana politician. All of this and more in this week’s action-packed, full-house episode of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.

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Doug, Tom and Ron discuss the Cardinals blazing past Flag Day in the number one Wild Card spot. The recent lineup transfusion has breathed new life into an offense that was growing stale. But what about the rotation with two starters that are taxing the bullpen regularly? And then, there’s the Dustin May question – suitable for a high school debate class. Sell high or hope he’s Carpenter 2.0 and build around him?

Around the league, Spencer Strider is shut down for at least a month and the guys wonder if he’ll ever return to form. The Brewers continue to confound and succeed and the White Sox have risen to the top of a very mediocre AL Central.

The Brendan Sorsby era is over at Texas Tech – was a Wilfred Brimley-like figure involved at the end? Mizzou gets early windows for big games, and at least two Sportists don’t mind. Big finishes for the NHL and NBA and the NHL draft is only a week away. What will the Blues do?

The World Cup is a rousing success so far and St. Louis is tuning in. The rest of the world (including the Democratic Republic of Congo) is chippy regarding the US hosting, despite David Beckham being everywhere.

The US Open is ready at Shinnecock Hills and unless you’re a tough guy, you need not consider winning. All of this plus how to drive talk radio traffic, is June becoming a good sports month and good news for a St. Louis Battlehawk on this jam-packed edition of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast.

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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.

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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.

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