Gashouse Gang

Chris Rongey and Mike Claiborne break down the Cardinals' Opening Day victory over the Twins, featuring home runs from Nolan Arenado and Lars Nootbaar, a strong performance from Sonny Gray, and a stellar catch by Victor Scott. Matt Pauley joins for the first half to discuss fan reactions, including boos for John Mozeliak and ownership. In the second half, Cardinals broadcaster John Rooney shares h...

On the Eve of Opening Day for the Cardinals we can not forget about the Blues being the hottest team in hockey and now find themselves in a playoff spot. President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong joins Chris Rongey and Tom Ackerman to talk about what has changed to have this hot streak and Broberg and Holloway being great this season. Former Cardinal Gold Glove Catcher Tom...

In this episode of Gashouse Gang, Chris Rongey and Tom Ackerman are joined by Bernie Miklasz to discuss the current state of the St. Louis Cardinals. They dive into the team's opening day roster, focusing on key players like Lars Nootbaar leading off and Matthew Liberatore in the starting rotation. With a young roster featuring 5 players under 25, the team is in a "limbo" state— not quite good eno...

Chris Rongey now hosts and is joined by Tom Ackerman today as they discuss the growing of the Cardinals farm system with Chaim Bloom soon being in charge. Bernie Miklasz joins Chris and Tom as they discuss Victor Scott II making the opening day roster. Kevin Wheeler then joins as they transition to the discussion of Masyn Winn batting leadoff. Cardinals Broadcaster Mike Claiborne joins to give his...

Join hosts Kevin Wheeler, Bernie Miklasz, and Matt Pauley as they dive into the Cardinals' center field decision with a focus on Victor Scott’s impressive spring training performance, comparing it to last year’s efforts. The team explores potential lineup strategies and discusses the perfect "10-man" lineup mix. The episode also covers the Blues' recent playoff-like win against Vancouver, their pl...

On Gashouse Gang Ep. 95, Tom Ackerman, Kevin Wheeler, and Matt Pauley discuss crucial roster decisions for the Cardinals, including the center field competition and Victor Scott II's potential. They dive into playing time for Burleson and Gorman, evaluating spring training performances, and questioning the Cardinals’ plan for the upcoming season. Plus, they explore the radio show transition to KMO...

Bernie Miklasz, Kevin Wheeler, and Matt Pauley break down the Cardinals' upcoming season. How can the team generate excitement without a clear star? Will Willson Contreras step up as a leader? They also analyze the NL Central, evaluate the Cardinals’ offensive concerns, and discuss the importance of a strong bullpen. Plus, thoughts on Masyn Winn, Victor Scott II, and what it will take for the Card...

Bernie Miklasz and Kevin Wheeler break down the key storylines from Cardinals spring training, including the intense center field competition between Victor Scott II and Michael Siani. They also evaluate the potential implementation of a six-man rotation, concerns over pitcher development, and the impact on the bullpen. Plus, a closer look at Nolan Arenado’s spring struggles and expectations for t...

Join Bernie Miklasz and Matt Pauley for Gashouse Gang 92 as they break down all things Cardinals and more! In this episode, they dive deep into the center field competition, analyzing the potential roster moves for Victor Scott II and Michael Siani. They’ll discuss the fairness of the center field battle, lineup optimization strategies, and the impact of a runway season on player development. The...

Tom Ackerman and Bernie Miklasz break down the Cardinals’ Spring Breakout game, highlighting the concerns surrounding the offense’s performance and the hopes for improvement with new hitting coach Brant Brown. They dive into the pitching rotation, including young arms like Matthew Liberatore, McGreevy, and Quinn Matthews, and discuss the acquisition of Phil Maton to bolster the bullpen. The duo al...

Kevin Wheeler, Matt Pauley, and Bernie Miklasz break down the Cardinals’ signing of Phil Maton—how does he fit into the bullpen, and what does his veteran presence bring? They also analyze the bullpen construction, potential roster spots, and the multi-inning reliever strategy. Plus, Bernie dives into the Cardinals' swing decisions and how plate discipline impacts offensive struggles. What influen...

In this episode of Gashouse Gang, hosts Kevin Wheeler, Tom Ackerman, and Matt Pauley delve into the offensive approach of Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar, focusing on his emphasis on launch angle, pitch selection, and swing mechanics. The discussion extends to the Cardinals' rotation, highlighting Miles Mikolas' contract situation and exploring potential rotation options, including prospect Mic...

Kevin Wheeler & Matt Pauley dive into the Cardinals' offensive concerns, spring training takeaways, and lineup construction. Should Mason Winn lead off? Could Nolan Arenado be traded? Plus, the Yankees' pitching injuries and how they could impact the Cards' trade options. We also break down player development, the roles of Victor Scott & Matthew Liberatore, and what to expect in 2025.

The latest from Cardinals Spring Training is here! The crew breaks down player performances from Nolan Gorman, Victor Scott, and Matthew Liberatore—who’s impressing and who might be on the bubble? With position battles heating up, the team dives into roster construction and lineup decisions. Plus, big news in broadcasting: KMOX expands to 104.1 FM while keeping the AM 1120 signal for nationwide co...

Kevin Wheeler, Bernie Miklasz, and Matt Pauley break down the latest from Cardinals Spring Training, including standout performances, roster battles, and player-specific discussions. Can Nolan Arenado bounce back? How is Maysn Winn's plate discipline developing? Plus, we analyze the offensive upside of young players and expectations for different positions. On the hockey side, we dive into the Blu...

In this episode, Bernie Miklasz and Kevin Wheeler dive deep into the Cardinals’ roster construction for 2025. Are they in "reset" mode, or is it just a "rewind" for the team? With 82% of plate appearances returning, how does that affect the development of young players like Victor Scott, Luken Baker, and others? They discuss the importance of bench construction, lineup balance, and the challenges...

Kevin Wheeler, Tom Ackerman and Matt Pauley got together on Wednesday's edition of 'Gashouse Gang' and they discussed the latest update of Jordan Walker's injury, Cardinals looking at free-agent bullpen arms, and more

Kevin Wheeler and Bernie Miklasz got together for Tuesday's edition of The Gashouse Gang and they discussed Albert Pujols managerial dreams and also the Cardinals bullpen who could round out the pen

In this episode, Bernie Miklasz, Tom Ackerman, Matt Pauley, and Kevin Wheeler dive deep into the Cardinals' Spring Training performance, analyzing their offensive struggles and what the stats really say. They focus on hard-hit ball data and exit velocity, exploring the potential for improvement despite poor initial numbers. The team discusses player development concerns, including Masyn Winn's pla...

Tom Ackerman and Bernie Miklasz dive into the Cardinals' transition from reset to retooling—who made the call, and what does it mean for the team? They break down the latest trade speculation, the impact of no-trade clauses, and the future of stars like Nolan Arenado. Plus, a look at young talent, including Victor Scott and Jordan Walker, and the team’s struggles with player development. How will...

Matt Pauley joins us live from Jupiter with the latest updates on Cardinals Spring Training. We dive into Nolan Gorman’s reps at third base and Sonny Gray’s ramp-up plan. The crew shuts down the overblown speculation that Nolan Arenado playing against the Yankees means anything. Plus, we break down how Jordan Walker and Gorman can elevate the offense, debate the best way to use the bench, and anal...

Kevin Wheeler & Matt Pauley break down Victor Scott’s strong game against the Blue Jays and what it means for his push to be the Cardinals’ everyday center fielder. They also dive into the key mistake that young Cardinals hitters like Nolan Gorman, Jordan Walker, and Masyn Winn are making—swinging at pitches they can’t handle. The discussion highlights how new hitting coach Brant Brown will be tas...

Kevin Wheeler and Matt Pauley delve into the latest Spring Training updates for the St. Louis Cardinals, including travel logistics and player groupings. They discuss lineup adjustments with Lars Nootbaar in centerfield and Victor Scott in left field, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and matchups in constructing lineups. The hosts also evaluate the potential of the Cardinals' starting ro...

In this episode of GasHouse Gang, the guys dive into the key storylines from spring training. They discuss JJ Wetherholt’s impressive performance and what it could mean for his future. The guys also analyze how to distinguish true prospects from typical spring training standouts, and why evaluating young players against major league competition is crucial. They also break down the bullpen needs, p...

Matt Pauley and Bernie Miklasz break down the challenges of balancing short-term and long-term goals for the Cardinals, looking ahead to 2025 and 2026. They dive into the dynamics of Oliver Marmol’s management, the potential roles for young players like Alec Burleson, and the critical spring training roster battles, with a focus on bullpen development. The duo also explores Nolan Arenado’s trade s...