Locked On St. Louis Cardinals

On Lucas' last show, he and JD discuss how the Cardinals can win the trade deadline by targeting pitching, All signs point toward an improvement of the rotation coming. Will Frankie Montas be a Cardinal? How about Noah Syndergaard? If it means missing out on Juan Soto, getting 2-3 arms might be worth it for the Cardinals.We also share updates on Paul DeJong and Yadier Molina. What does DeJong's call up mean for the Cardinals moving towards the deadline? Molina got hit in the write at AAA Memphis last night, and it did not look pretty.To close the show, it's a preview of the Washington Nationals series. Bottom line: The Cardinals NEED to win this series against a bad team.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The St. Louis Cardinals were able to rebound last night, beating the Blue Jays 6-1 in Toronto. Adam Wainwright and Albert Pujols turned in vintage performances, Wainwright going seven strong and Pujols turning in a three-hit performance with a home run. JD and Lucas discuss how the veterans led the charge.Meanwhile in New York, the first trade piece has fallen as the Yankees traded for Andrew Benintendi. How does this affect the Juan Soto trade market? (If at all)WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

In a 10-3 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays last night, the need for pitching on this team came front and center. The St. Louis Cardinals are having a bad July, and a large part of that is the inability to get outs from the rotation. Last night, Andre Pallante was not super effective and he was followed by less-than-spectacular performances from Jordan Hicks and Junior Fernandez. Everyone is talking about Juan Soto, and rightfully so, but there is no denying that this team needs pitching in a bad way.JD and Lucas take a deep dive into the starting pitching market and look at who's realistically available for St. Louis. Lucas likes the intangibles of a Madison Bumgarner acquisition while JD really wants Pablo Lopez in a Cardinal uniform. With the way the market is shaping up, it's clear that the Cardinals are going to have to make multiple trades for arms to have what is considered a successful deadline.Segment three is a Juan Soto update as new reports are coming in as to what a return package could look like fro

With more and more Juan Soto reports coming in, we take a lot of time in today's show to answer your questions on Soto and the Cardinals! Questions were submitted via Twitter and Instagram, and they range from who the Cardinals might be sending to Washington to would we rather the Cardinals go for pitching. It's hard to ignore a name and a talent like Soto, but the need for pitching on this team has us thinking twice.Also, the Cardinals are north of the border for a two game series with the Toronto Blue Jays. Toronto is throwing their aces, while the Cardinals are without their two stars. How will St. Louis fare in the quick trip?To finish out the show, Lucas and JD discuss how more detailed reports are linking the Cardinals to Juan Soto, and what a deal might mean long term for St. Louis.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Not only did the St, Louis Cardinals lost two of three games over the weekend, but they also lost Steven Matz to injury (again). Matz was cruising against the Reds on Saturday before tearing his MCL in an attempt to field a ground ball. It was never a secret that the Cardinals need pitching, but does this loss steer them in a direction away from Juan Soto and towards picking up a few arms at the deadline?Also, with no Paul Goldschmidt or Nolan Arenado in Toronto, who needs to step up for the Cardinal offense?WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The St. Louis Cardinals return to action TONIGHT against the Cincinnati Reds. When looking at the first half, do you look at it as a disappointment for the Cardinals or a success? Lucas + JD discuss that, the expectations of Steven Matz, and what Cardinals can learn from the first half.In the second segment, Lucas + JD will be taking a look at your comments to the Juan Soto talk from yesterday. What are some of the pros/cons in the trade?WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Juan Soto is the talk of baseball right now. He recently turned down a $440 million contract and the reports are that the Nationals are entertaining the thought of trading hime. Whether you believe it or not, there are many reports that the Cardinals are willing to make an offer (who wouldn't be?). Soto is going to demand a hefty package, one full of major league players and highly touted prospects. Another wrinkle? Patrick Corbin will likely be coming with Soto, as the Nationals are looking to off-load that contract.JD and Lucas break down the value Corbin and Soto bring, discuss assets the Cardinals have, and discuss specific trade packages that the Cardinals could send. This is a complicated topic with many layers, but the truth remains: Juan Soto makes this team better in 2022.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Nobody wants to disappoint when playing in the Midsummer Classic. The Cardinals did NOT disappoint when representing the city of St. Louis in LA. Paul Goldschmidt cranked a solo shot in the first and Ryan Helsley struck out two - and showcased 103 mph - in his scoreless inning of work. While Goldy should've played more and Pujols could have gotten a better send off, St. Louis should be proud of its All-Stars.We know not every All Star Game can be a good game, and after the first four innings there was little happening last night. JD and Lucas share their favorite moments from last night, as well as some possible changed they'd like to see to the game and how it's played.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Albert Pujols advanced out of the first round of his final Home Run Derby, falling to the eventual champion Juan Soto in the semifinals. His one-minute swing-off was arguably the best minute of the Derby. What was made clear was the amount of respect and admiration the rest of the league has for him.We hope he gets his moment tonight in the All-Star Game as well. It remains to be seen how he, Miles Mikolas or Ryan Helsley will be used off the bench/out of the bullpen tonight. Will the Cardinals show out in LA?Also, the Cardinals have some pretty decent odds to land the Juan Soto sweepstakes if he's traded in season (No, Really).WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The Machine is appearing in his final Home Run Derby tonight. While Albert Pujols is the oldest competitor with the least amount of home runs this season, he can still put on a show for the fans. He's facing off with Kyle Schwarber in the first round, so it will not be an easy feat. JD and Lucas share their thoughts on what to expect from Pujols.Despite game three being postponed, the Cardinals dominated over the weekend. We saw Paul Goldschmidt hit his 300th career home run, Tommy Edman prove he's a catalyst for this offense and the offense as a hole take advantage of the Reds' bullpen.Also, the MLB draft is this week and the Cardinals already have a theme going with they're first few picks.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The St. Louis Cardinals were shutout in the finale against the LA Dodgers. While the Dodgers are one of the best teams in the NL, this is definitely a series that got away from the Cardinals. After a 7-6 win, they preceded to blow a 6-0 lead before getting shut-out on Thursday. The good news is the Reds are coming to town. The bad news is the Reds have been playing awfully good baseball for the last week. With three rookies scheduled to pitch for Cincinnati, the key for the Cardinals is to get to the bullpen. WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The St. Louis Cardinals had a win slip from their fingertips last night in a 7-6 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Leading 6-0 in the 7th, the Cardinal bullpen surrendered 7 runs in the final three frames. Was this a cause of bad management, bad bullpen formation or players underperforming? How about a combination of all three. That said, the offense was wonderful last night, getting contributions up and down the lineup. Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Arenado mashed early, but you also saw Andrew Knizner step up. What will his role be when Yadier Molina comes back?Tonight's game is an extremely tall task with an already depleted bullpen, Dakota Hudson on the mound and a good starter for the Dodgers. How can the Cardinals get the job done?WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Despite a Los Angeles Dodger comeback, the St. Louis Cardinals prevailed victorious yesterday by the final of 7-6. Jordan Hicks was used as the opener, who gave way to Johan Oviedo, then scheduled starter Matthew Liberatore came in the game in the fourth inning. St. Louis won, does this make that move a successful one? Should the Cardinals implement this strategy again? What was the reasoning behind it?Also, a happy birthday shoutout to Yadier Molina. He could be returning around the trade deadline and despite what his offensive production has been in 2022, that should be a positive for a team searching for their leader.Packy Naughton gets out of an unimaginable jam to save the game yesterday, earning more trust from Marmol and company. Finally, a tall task for Adam Wainwright and the Cardinals tonight, how do they win? Waino's the key.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Albert Pujols has been named to the Home Run Derby team, one of four participants in the NL. This is his fifth appearance in the Derby, and will be his last. Can he go out on top?The bottom of the St. Louis Cardinals lineup was a key in the Cardinals win over the Phillies. After JD and Lucas questioned the likes of Edmundo Sosa, Corey Dickerson and Lars Nootbaar, they all produced key RBI's in the win. Who else should the two question in order to get them to produce?This week's series against the LA Dodgers will not be an easy one. While not facing Kershaw or Urias, the pitching this weekend is still daunting. To finish the show, JD and Lucas discuss a weird rumor that the Cardinals are involved in.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Four Cardinals were named to the NL All-Star Team over the weekend. Albert Pujols (Legacy), Paul Goldschmidt (Starter), Nolan Arenado (Reserve), and Ryan Helsley (Bullpen) will all represent St. Louis in LA next week at the mid-summer classic. Was there a Cardinal that was not named, but should have been?Also, Pujols hit a home run in a Cardinal win as the offense came back to life, even if only for one game. While Pujols provided the homer, the offense mainly relied on small-ball Sunday to win. The Cardinals now go for a series split tonight against the Phillies, but have a tall task in facing off against Aaron Nola.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Dylan Carlson helped the Cardinals with his bat, his glove, and his arm yesterday as St. Louis avoided the sweep, It was an all-hands-on-deck night for the bullpen, but they held it together and only surrendered two runs in the extra-inning win. Carlson getting hot is huge for this team, as is the possible return of Tyler O'Neill this weekend. The Cardinals will look for better fortunes against the Phillies this weekend. Pitching this weekend provides some fun matchups, such as Wheeler/Wainwright and Nola/Mikolas!Also, vote for Goldenado for the All-Star game! Today's show concludes with an announcement from Lucas.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The St. Louis Cardinals are in danger of getting swept by the Atlanta Braves. While the Braves are a good team with solid pitching, the lack of offense from the Cardinals is starting to be a concern. They aren't hitting with RISP and they're stranding too many runners on. Can Tyler O'Neil's and Harrison Bader's return help this team enough?Miles Mikolas was not as sharp as he's been, and he said he was frustrated with the Braves' hitters for getting time granted so late. Is his grievance justified?Also, injury updates on O'Neill, Dickerson, Matz and more!WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

It's been reported that the commissioner now has the right to send someone to the All-Star game in recognition of their career accomplishments. Few people in the NL deserve it like Cardinals' legend Albert Pujols. It would be a return to LA, an opportunity for the nation to say goodbye to a legend and a chance for a memorable All-Star moment. JD and Lucas both wholeheartedly agree Rob Manfred should make this happen. Also, this team still (desperately) needs pitching. This is being made more evident by a report that Steven Matz's rehab start could become a MLB start against Atlanta on Thursday. WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The St. Louis Cardinals, as it stands, are a playoff team. However, that does not mean they are without weakness. This team needs additions to its' pitching staff, and they need to be external. JD Hafron, the show's new co-host, joins the show to break down some options for the Cardinals! Frankie Montas' name gets thrown around a lot, but what about a Madison Bumgarner, Noah Syndergaard or in-Division Foe Luis Castillo?Lucas and JD also break down the team's top rookies and discuss the MVP-level play of Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Arenado.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

As the calendar turns to July, trade season is heating up and the All Star Game is nearing. The midway point is also near, so it's time to start thinking about who the MVP should be. In the NL it's no real question: Paul Goldschmidt. Locked On MLB hosts all voted on MVP Power Rankings, and Goldy was voted in the No. 1 spot. Is anyone else even close?Also breaking down the Cardinals losing game three to Miami and how they can make a strong statement against the Phillies.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…