Sports on a Sunday Morning

om Ackerman talks with Lutz Pfannenstiel about St. Louis City SC's first loss of the season, a 1-0 defeat to Philadelphia Union. They analyze the team's struggles with possession, the impact of wind and aggressive play from Philadelphia, and the red card to Eduard Löwen that heavily influenced the match. With Roman Bürki still injured, Ben Lundt earned praise as the man of the match. They also tou...

Tom Ackerman talks with baseball expert Jared Carrabis about the latest Cardinals roster changes, including Victor Scott as the starting center fielder and Matthew Liberatore as the fifth starter. They also discuss Steven Matz's role in long relief and predictions for the MLB season. Jared shares insights on the Dodgers as World Series favorites, strong NL teams, and the wide-open AL. The conversa...

Tom Ackerman and Bernie Miklasz reflect on the life and legacy of Brian McKenna, mourning his recent passing after battling cancer. They discuss his passion for St. Louis sports and his charitable contributions. The conversation moves to the Cardinals, where they debate Victor Scott's potential role in center field and review the team's starting rotation. Miklasz also breaks down the St. Louis Blu...

In this episode, Tom Ackerman sits down with John Mozeliak to discuss the finalized roster decisions for the 2025 season. They delve into the outfield configuration featuring Victor Scott II in center field, Jordan Walker in right, and Lars Nootbaar in left. The conversation also covers the versatility of players like Brendan Donovan and Nolan Gorman, the inclusion of Luken Baker as a power bat of...

Tom Ackerman kicks off Sports on a Sunday Morning with CBS Sports bracketologist Jerry Palm breaking down the NCAA Tournament field, bubble teams, and potential surprises. SLU Head Coach Josh Schertz reflects on the Billikens' season, key players like Gibson Jimerson and Isaiah Swope, and a possible NIT bid. Craig Barnett discusses the ACHA National Championships in St. Louis and the growth of col...

In Hour 2, Tom Ackerman dives into multiple sports topics starting with STL City SC’s season with Lutz Pfannenstiel, discussing their defensive strategy, upcoming match against Philadelphia Union, and team development. Next, John Mozeliak, Cardinals President of Baseball Operations, discusses the team’s 2025 outlook, roster decisions, pitching rotation challenges, and the importance of spring trai...

Tom Ackerman is joined by Bernie Miklasz to discuss the Cardinals’ 2025 season outlook after a tough 2023. They focus on Victor Scott’s strong performance and potential demotion, along with challenges in the pitching rotation, including Mikolas and Matz. The duo also examines spring training stats, roster decisions, and offensive concerns, while Bernie talks about his evolving media presence and u...

Tom Ackerman welcomes St. Louis Cardinals President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak to discuss the team’s spring training preparations as they finalize their roster for Opening Day. Mozeliak provides insights into the Cardinals’ strategy for building a competitive team, including roster decisions, bullpen composition, and the center field competition between Victor Scott and Michael Siani. He...

Tom Ackerman kicks off Sports on a Sunday Morning with CBS Sports bracketologist Jerry Palm breaking down the NCAA Tournament field, bubble teams, and potential surprises. SLU Head Coach Josh Schertz reflects on the Billikens' season, key players like Gibson Jimerson and Isaiah Swope, and a possible NIT bid. Craig Barnett discusses the ACHA National Championships in St. Louis and the growth of col...

Tom Ackerman talks with STL City SC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel about the team's impressive defensive start, securing four consecutive clean sheets. They discuss the defensive strategy, goalkeeper situation with Roman Bürki’s injury and Ben Lundt stepping up, and tactical adjustments, including an experimental formation against Seattle. Pfannenstiel also previews the upcoming matchup again...

Tom Ackerman welcomes Craig Barnett to discuss the ACHA National Championships, hosted in St. Louis for the third time in four years. With 84 teams and 119 games, the tournament showcases the growth of collegiate hockey and St. Louis' emergence as a hockey hub. Barnett highlights the impact of recent storms, community support, and increasing opportunities for student-athletes. Plus, a look at Blue...

Saint Louis Billikens head coach Josh Schertz joins Tom Ackerman to reflect on the season, which ended with a tough A-10 tournament loss to Loyola. Schertz discusses the team’s resilience, the impact of key players like Gibson Jimerson, Isaiah Swope, Kobe Johnson, and Robbie Avila, and how the program transformed from a disconnected group to a tough, competitive unit. He shares his coaching philos...

Tom Ackerman welcomes CBS Sports bracketologist Jerry Palm to break down the NCAA Tournament bracket on Selection Sunday. They discuss the impact of key conference title games, the bubble status of Indiana and Xavier, and why Texas and North Carolina face long odds. Jerry Palm evaluates Mizzou and Illinois' tournament prospects, the significance of the SEC title game, and SIUE’s historic matchup a...

Hour 1: Kevin Wheeler kicks off the show with Bernie Miklasz, breaking down Cardinals Spring Training, Jordan Walker’s minor knee injury, and key offensive evaluations. Then, Josh Schertz joins to discuss SLU Basketball, Gibson Jimerson’s senior night, and the A-10 Tournament. The hour wraps up with a deep dive into the Blues’ playoff race, Colton Parayko’s injury impact, and Western Conference ch...

Kevin Wheeler kicks off Hour 2 with a deep dive into the Blues' playoff push, analyzing their wild card race standings, recent performance, and the impact of player injuries. Next, Lutz Pfannenstiel joins the show to discuss STL City SC’s early season, their upcoming match against LA Galaxy, and the team-building philosophy that drives their success. The hour wraps up with John Mozeliak, providing...

John Mozeliak joins Kevin Wheeler to discuss Victor Scott's standout Spring Training performance, including defensive improvements and his growing comfort at the plate. They also talk about the evaluation of young players, balancing data with live practice, and avoiding development roadblocks. Mozeliak provides insight into bench construction, focusing on flexibility with players like Barrera and...

Lutz Pfannenstiel, sporting director for STL City SC, joins Kevin Wheeler to discuss the team’s early season performance, including strong defensive play and the need to improve offensive scoring. Pfannenstiel talks about the new coaching staff under Olof Mellberg the upcoming match against LA Galaxy, and the opportunity to challenge themselves against the defending champions. The conversation hig...

Kevin Wheeler kicks off the show with Bernie Miklasz, breaking down Cardinals Spring Training, Jordan Walker’s minor knee injury, and key offensive evaluations. Then, Josh Schertz joins to discuss SLU Basketball, Gibson Jimerson’s senior night, and the A-10 Tournament. The hour wraps up with a deep dive into the Blues’ playoff race, Colton Parayko’s injury impact, and Western Conference challenges...

Kevin Wheeler and SLU head coach Josh Schertz break down the Billikens’ senior night win, highlighting Gibson Jimerson’s 35-point performance and 50% three-point shooting. Schertz praises Jimerson’s legacy, noting records that may stand the test of time. They also discuss the contributions of senior players, the importance of limiting turnovers, and the fundamentals needed for success in the A-10...

Kevin Wheeler fills in for Tom Ackerman and talks with Bernie Miklasz about Cardinals Spring Training, including Victor Scott’s performance, camp battles, and young players' development. They also break down March Madness, SIUE’s historic tournament bid, the Missouri Valley Conference Final, and Mizzou’s struggles. Plus, a look at umpire performance, strike zone accuracy, and job security.

Tom Ackerman covers a packed sports weekend with expert insights from key guests. Matt Pauley breaks down the latest from Cardinals Spring Training, including Nolan Gorman's struggles, lineup battles, and pitching depth. Josh Schertz reflects on the Billikens' dominant win over Loyola, their postseason push, and crucial upcoming matchups in the Atlantic 10. Joey Vitale shares thoughts on the Blues...

First, Kyle Caskey, Running Backs Coach and Special Teams Coordinator for the St. Louis Battlehawks, breaks down the upcoming season, new roster additions, and team goals. Next, John Mozeliak, President of Baseball Operations for the St. Louis Cardinals, provides updates on Spring Training, roster moves, and the team's future outlook. Finally, Bernie Miklasz discusses the St. Louis Blues' turnarou...

Tom Ackerman and Bernie Miklasz discuss the St. Louis Blues' performance and playoff contention, focusing on player development and strategic improvements. They also analyze the Cardinals' roster reconstruction, young talent integration, and Spring Training evaluations. Miklasz offers insights on balancing rebuilding with competitiveness, fan engagement, and long-term development. They also explor...

John Mozeliak joins Tom Ackerman to discuss the latest from Cardinals’ Spring Training, including a thrilling walk-off win against the Nationals and Wilson Contreras’ standout performance. Mozeliak shares insights on the first base competition, Nolan Gorman's adjustments, and the team's commitment to developing a strong starting rotation. He also talks about balancing payroll while remaining compe...

Kyle Caskey, the Running Backs Coach and Special Teams Coordinator for the St. Louis Battlehawks, joins Tom Ackerman to preview the upcoming season. They discuss key roster moves, including Denzel Mims and Andy Isabella, the quarterback competition, special teams adjustments, and the team's goals for success.