Locked On St. Louis Cardinals

Matt Holliday is one of the best left fielders in Cardinal history. Tyler O'Neill is coming off a career year and has all the talent in the world. Which would you rather have: Holliday's career or O'Neill's future? It depends on if O'Neill can stay healthy and continue on the path he started in 2021. Both are strong individuals who are very good at baseball. Which would you rather have?WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The MLB and MLBPA met to re-start negotiations on a new CBA but no deal was reached. This is bad for baseball already, and the longer it drags out the worse it becomes for the sport. On a brighter note, things are looking good for former Cardinal Scott Rolen's Hall of Fame chances.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Two years ago, the St. Louis Cardinals sent Jose Martinez and Randy Arozarena to Tampa Bay in exchange for Eduardo Rodriguez and Matthew Liberatore. To date, the Rays have come away from the trade as victorious thanks to Arozarena's dominance in the 2020 Postseason and the 2021 Rookie of the Year Award. However, could the Cardinals still come away from this trade as winners? Also, a salute to Jon Lester.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The shortstop position for the 2022 St. Louis Cardinals is one that is most intriguing. You have a struggling player in Paul DeJong who's under a substantial contract, Edmundo Sosa who filled in for the injured DeJong nicely in 2021 and the option of pursuing a Free Agent like Trevor Story. How should the Cardinals value Sosa, what does role does DeJong's contract play and how should the Cardinals spend the money they have available? All of this and more on today's show!WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

A new year means new hope for all 30 MLB teams. That's no different for the St. Louis Cardinals. Aram Leighton of Just Baseball Media joins the show to break down their 2021 season and where they are looking to go in 2022. How good can this defense be? Is Steven Matz going to elevate this team enough? What other moves should be made? To finish the show, Aram gives his take on prospects just as Jordan Walker, Matthew Liberatore, Nolan Gorman and more!WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The Cardinal offense has some room to improve in 2022. Consistency, getting on base and keeping the outfield are three main things St. Louis needs to have success next season. If the outfield can stay healthy, they could be the best outfield in all of baseball. Lucas also shares your thoughts on what resolutions you have for the Cardinal offense.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

What can Cardinal pitchers do better in 2022? Walking less batters is an obvious one, but how can the starters improve as well? Today's episode talks about this and more, breaking down how an impressive pitching staff in 2021 can be even better for the Cardinals in 2022.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Albert Pujols has close ties to both St. Louis and Los Angeles. Steve Granado of Locked On Angels joins the show to discuss him and other former Cardinals. How is Albert remembered as an Angel? Also looking at David Freese, Fernando Salas and Dexter Fowler. To finish the show, Lucas and Steve discuss expectations and outlooks for 2022.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

A 14-team playoff has been proposed by MLB, so what would that have looked like in 2021? Would we have seen any different matchups in either league? Is this a good idea or bad idea? Today's show is breaking down the positives and negatives to this as well as looking at how it would have affected both the playoffs and the trade deadline.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The Minor League Portion of the Rule 5 Draft saw the Cardinals lose one player but gain three minor leaguers. The Major League portion could see some bigger names being moved, but the minor league portion still allows us to look back at the biggest Rule 5 pickups in history. Also, are there Cardinal prospects that are ready to make an impact in 2022?WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

While the lockout is still going on, it's intriguing to think how the market will look once it's over. Will it be a fast market or a slower developing one? Who could the Cardinals go after once the signing of players is allowed? They will be in the market for a reliever, so Joe Kelly is an interesting option. Also, looking back on the Adam Wainwright trade.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

MLB ballparks are wonderful places that are full of history The NL Central has five great stadiums, but which is the best? Lucas shares his top memory at each ballpark and gives his thoughts on which one is the best in the division.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

On today's episode, Lucas shares who he would vote for from this year's BBWAA's Hall of Fame Ballot. There are some interesting players on this year's ballot, as well as a few big time names appearing for the final time. Who do you think should be in the Hall of Fame?WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The first six of the 2022 Hall of Fame class were announced on Sunday. This has Lucas thinking, what current Cardinals are on their way to the Hall of Fame? Paul Goldschmidt, Nolan Arenado, Yadier Molina and Adam Wainwright are the four names discussed on today's show. Do you agree/disagree with these four? Any names you would add?WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The MLB Lockout Rolls on, and it is still uncertain as to when it will end. Rob Manfred made some comments last week that didn't really answer many questions the average fans have. This still could not have come at a worse time for MLB, and both sides don't seem to be coming together on an agreement anytime soon.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

MLB has locked out the players as the Players Union and MLB could not come to an agreement on a new CBA. Why this is bad for baseball right now and reacting to the responses of Rob Manfred and the MLBPA on today's show.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Steven Matz' introductory zoom conference was all about how he and the Cardinals are a perfect fit. Again, not expecting a Cy Young type season from him, but everything points to him being successful in St. Louis. It started off with him saying all the right things at the zoom conference.Also, Cardinals non-tender Jose Rondon and a lockout is looming.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The Steven Matz move broke late Tuesday night and since then, the likes of Kevin Gausman, Jon Gray and others have all signed. Ryan Finkelstein of Locked on Mets joins the show to discuss why the Matz deal makes sense for the Cardinals and why he's a great fit. The Mets also have made a flurry of moves, including being the new frontrunner on Max Scherzer. Ryan and Lucas also cover Marcus Stroman and any other news that broke during recording.WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds had a nice start to the season while the St. Louis Cardinals had an incredible end to the season. Both have holes to fill in their roster, will either of them fill them? The Reds have said they likely won't spend while the Cardinals have already spent a little bit this offseason. These two teams seem to be going in opposite directions, what will the offseason look like?WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…

Scott Rolen is an intriguing player when it comes to whether or not he should be in the Hall of Fame. He was dominant at times in his career, but was he dominant enough to get in? He's on that track, but it's still a fun topic to discuss. Jeff Carr of Locked On Reds joins the show to break down Rolen's candidacy. WANT MORE DAILY ST. LOUIS CARDINALS CONTENT?Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…