Locked On St. Louis Cardinals

The San Diego Padres just got a whole lot better. All happening in the span of two days, the Padres acquired Blake Snell from the Tampa Bay Rays and Yu Darvish from the Chicago Cubs. And they did all of that without giving up too much prospect talent. The question has to be raised, are the Cardinals doing enough to stay competitive? In the NL Central, sure they are. But for a World Series ring? probably not. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's episode 100 for Lucas!! The baseball offseason is extremely slow and painful, and in a time when it's already losing popularity, that's a major problem for the sport. Lucas also defends his take on Mike Shildt being a good manager and a good fit for this team. Shildt is a guy who is huge on communication and being close with his players, which resonates with them. While his decision making needs to improve, Shildt isn't as bad of a manager as people think.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The St. Louis Cardinals will be down a bullpen arm in 2021 as John Brebbia signed a 1-year, $800,000 contract with the San Francisco Giants. Brebbia is coming off Tommy John surgery, but that's no reason to let him walk for a cheap price. Lucas also discusses the small rumor of the Kansas City Rumors being interested in Adam Wanwright, and he gives a semi hit take on Cardinal manager Mike Shildt.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aram Leighton of Locked On MLB Prospects joins the show to discuss Dylan Carlson and Ivan Herrera! When it comes to Carlson, should the Cardinals look more to the slow start or the fast finished? Leighton says Carlson struggling but then figuring things out is something he's accustomed to in the minor leagues. With the Molina situation casting a sea of doubt on the Cardinals, what can Ivan Herrera bring to the table, and when will he be MLB ready?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cardinals have a lot of starting pitching depth, and two of their "guarantees" for next year's rotation are KK Kim and Miles Mikolas. With Mikolas, the question is will he be more like his 2018 self or his 2019 self in 2021? A healthy offseason is helpful, but what do the stats have to say? For Kim, the question is will he regress just like Mikolas did after the league gets a better look at him?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's no secret the Cardinals have a lot of pitching. All of that pitching was a large reason as to why they made the postseason in 2020. With all of the depth they have, there are going to be around 7-10 people going for 3 open rotation spots. Lucas breaks down a few names to keep your eye on, such as Carlos Martinez, Daniel Ponce de Leon and Austin Gomber.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yadier Molina returning to the St. Louis Cardinals is far from a guarantee. His replacement will have a burden on their hands, and it will be a tall task to replace #4 behind the plate. That said, fans shouldn't be too sad if Andrew Knizner is given the reigns next season. Despite a lack of MLB success, Knizner has done nothing but hit at the minor league level and has improved defensively year after year.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's mid-December and the Cardinals are yet to make any major roster moves. The question has to be asked, are the Cardinals moving too slow and being left behind? There have already been two outfielders off the board. This is largely due to the priority of keeping Adam Wainwright and Yadier Molina. Is this too much of a priority for the Cardinals?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lucas takes a look at your questions/comments/complaints/concerns on the Yadier Molina contract issue. While everyone has an opinion, this is not a cut-and-dry issue. There are countless factors to keep in mind and it is not simple to figure out if the Cardinals should re-sign the All-Star. Some factors are the price tag on him, the fans' opinion, the stats, the intangibles and how much money can you invest into Molina without sacrificing other areas to improve?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's been reported that the Cardinals and Yadier Molina are no where close on a contract as both sides look to come back together for 2021. This has sparked a heated discussion among the St. Louis Cardinals' fans, and Lucas gives his take on today's show. It is not as cut and dry as some make it seem, as the stats and intangible factors must both be taken into account. Also, the blame game needs to stop being played: both sides need to come together to figure it out. A question Lucas has is, is it worth it to bring these two back at the expense of not improving the offense?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Wainwright won the prestigious Roberto Clemente Award this week, and Lucas shares his thought on the incredible honor. Waino continues the trend of Cardinals winning the award, bringing the phrase, "Cardinal Way," a new meaning. Lucas also recaps the week in MLB news, giving his thoughts on Raisel Iglesias leaving the division, the Lance Lynn/Tony La Russa reunion and Carlos Santana to Kansas City. The St. Louis Cardinals also announced their 4 MiLB teams for 2021. (Apologies for the audio/microphone difficulties)Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Locked On Rockies Host Ryan Ladika joins the show to help Lucas break down new free agent David Dahl. The Cardinals need help in the outfield, and Lucas is looking at every option. Despite a significant injury history, Dahl has shown tremendous potential and the ability to be a proven bat at the MLB leve. Ryan details his injury history as well as his thoughts on where Dahl fits in this Cardinal lineup.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean Sears of Locked On Cubs joins the show as Lucas continues to break down the non-tendered FA market. Kyle Schwarber is on the open market and is available for teams to sign, and he could be a cheaper option for the Cardinals to go after. While he would be more attractive to St. Louis as a DH, Sean still thinks Schwarber could be a big boost in the lineup. Lucas and Sean also discuss Theo Epstein's departure, and they reminisce over long-time broadcaster Len Casper leaving to the White Sox Radio Booth.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The non-tender deadline has come and gone, which means there are new FA targets for the Cardinals to think about. One of those targets is former Minnesota Twins outfielder Eddie Rosario. Lucas looks at why he would be a great fit for the Cardinals to go after. Rosario would provide good power from the left side and be a large upgrade from those who played left field last year. He might cost more than some like, but the Cardinals need to spend money on the outfield.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the final part of the Locked On Twins Crossover with Nash Walker, Lucas aims high with his final pick of which Twin to go after. Before Lucas goes high, he talks about catching prospect Ryan Jeffers as an option if the Cardinals don't land Molina this offseason, With his final pick, Nash goes with the veteran left-hander Andrew Miller in an attempt to get some bullpen help. Who is Lucas' final dream pick? It might not be who you think, listen to find out!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In part two of three of the Locked On Twins Crossover, Nash and Lucas talk more players they would go after from the other team. Nash tries to tell Lucas why the Cardinals should trade Giovanny Gallegos, and Lucas tries to get Byron Buxton from Minnesota. With the Twins needing pitching, Nash also wants to go after Carlos Martinez, which prompts a longer discussion about why fans jump the gun too quickly on trading guys when their value is low.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In part one of a three part series, the wonderful Nash Walker of Locked On Twins and Lucas talk about which players from the other team they would like to target. Nash stays on the mound for his picks, while Lucas looks for the bats. In part one, Nash and Lucas discuss Eddie Rosario, what the payroll is like for each club, as well as their first of four choice for who they want to go after.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MLB offseason is still moving slowly, so Lucas continues to look at possible deals the St. Louis Cardinals can make. One of those deals is signing free agent catcher James McCann. Jon Heyman reported the Cardinals are one of several teams interested in the former All-Star catcher from Chicago. If Yadier Molina doesn't return, then the Cardinals should pursue McCann as his replacement. Lucas also looks at why the Cardinals might look at free agent Justin Turner as a third base improvement.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Cyber Monday, so let's look at some players the St. Louis Cardinals could get at a good deal! What's a good price to Joc Pederson or Tommy La Stella? Furthermore, what kind of pitch do the Cardinals need to have in order to convince them to sign for a cheaper price? Lucas also addresses the news that the Toronto Blue Jays are looking at former Cardinal second baseman Kolten Wong.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yet another show for your Friday, this time looking at if Tommy La Stella would be a good fit in St. Louis. La Stella is cheaper than Kolten Wong, and is arguably a better offensive player. With the Cardinals letting Wong walk, it would make sense to sign La Stella to a cheaper contract with a chance of higher production. Lucas also answers a question on if the Cardinals should pursue Carlos Correa, who is reportedly on the trade market.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices