Sports on a Sunday Morning

Tom Ackerman covers a packed sports weekend with insights from Matt Pauley on Cardinals Spring Training, Josh Schertz on the Billikens’ postseason push, and Joey Vitale on the Blues’ momentum. Pauley breaks down the latest from camp, including Nolan Gorman’s struggles, lineup battles, and pitching depth. Schertz discusses the Billikens’ dominant win over Loyola, their resilience, and upcoming cruc...

Joey Vitale joins Tom Ackerman to discuss the St. Louis Blues' recent surge in confidence after big wins against the Capitals and Kings. They dive into the positive impact of coach Drew Bannister, standout performances from Jordan Kyrou and Robert Thomas, and upcoming challenges, including tonight’s matchup against Dallas and a West Coast road trip. Vitale also shares insights on the Blue Note Cup...

Tom Ackerman breaks down the Billikens' dominant 98-67 win over Loyola, highlighting their offensive execution, defensive growth, and key performances from Robbie Avila, Isaiah Swope, and Jimerson. Head Coach Josh Schertz shares insights on the team’s resilience, mental reset, and their push for postseason success. With the Billikens tied for third in the Atlantic 10, they control their playoff de...

Tom Ackerman is joined by Matt Pauley to break down the latest from Cardinals Spring Training. They discuss strong performances from the pitching staff, lineup battles, and key player evaluations, including Nolan Arenado, Wilson Contreras, and Nolan Gorman. Gorman's early struggles at the plate, his adjustments with hitting coach Brent Brown, and the team’s patience with him are highlighted.

Mike Claiborne brings you a packed show with insights from some of the most notable names in St. Louis sports. To start, Bernie Miklasz talks Cardinals’ spring training, breaking down the early progress, position battles, bullpen roles, and evaluating younger pitchers. He also offers his perspective on the upcoming season and ownership strategies. Coach Josh Schertz joins next to discuss the Saint...

In Hour 2, Mike Claiborne is joined by Lutz Pfannenstiel to talk about St. Louis CITY SC’s home opener, including the team’s offensive adjustments, player contributions, and challenges in integrating new systems and players. John Mozeliak provides a spring training update, covering the progress of the team, position battles, and the development of younger pitchers. Finally, to wrap up the hour, ML...

Mike Claiborne kicks off the hour with Bernie Miklasz to discuss the latest on the Cardinals, including spring training updates, key position battles, and the state of the bullpen. Bernie also dives into broader topics like baseball’s upcoming season and ownership strategies. Later in the hour, Coach Josh Schertz, head coach of the Saint Louis University Billikens, joins to talk about the Billiken...

Mike Claiborne talks with Cardinals President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak about the team’s early spring training progress and health. Mozeliak shares his assessment of the lineup and the team's readiness, including position battles in the outfield and at first base/DH. He also discusses the bullpen roles and the development of younger pitchers, stressing how important it is to evaluate pl...

Mike Claiborne talks with St. Louis CITY SC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel about the team’s dominant home opener, where they registered 18 shots but settled for a 0-0 draw. Pfannenstiel discusses key offseason additions like Marcel Hartel, Cedric Teuchert, and Simon Becher. He explains that Teuchert had to travel to Germany to collect his green card and just returned yesterday, making it less...

Mike Claiborne talks with Saint Louis University head coach Josh Schertz about the Billikens’ recent win and how an eight-day break helped the team reset. Schertz provides key injury updates, including Robbie Avila recovering from a knee issue, Gibson Jimerson playing through ankle swelling, and Isaiah Swope benefiting from extra practice time. They also discuss the evolving challenges of home cou...

Mike Claiborne and Bernie Miklasz reflect on spring training, sharing personal connections and insights from their years covering baseball. They dive into the challenges of team ownership, revenue sharing, and its impact on competitiveness. The discussion also highlights the Cardinals’ investments in player development, technology, and facilities, as well as concerns and expectations for the upcom...

Tom Ackerman and Matt Pauley break down Nolan Arenado’s return to Cardinals spring training, his offseason preparation, and the team’s expectations for 2025. Billikens head coach Josh Schertz reflects on the highs and lows of the season and previews the matchup against Rhode Island. NASCAR legend Kenny Wallace joins to talk about the Daytona 500, St. Louis' growing NASCAR fanbase, and the exciteme...

Tom Ackerman sits down with STL City SC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel to discuss the team’s preparations for the season opener, new head coach Olof Melberg, key signings like Timo Baumgartl, and Roman Bürki’s leadership. John Mozeliak joins to break down Nolan Arenado’s return, his offseason motivation, and the balance between veteran leadership and youth development. Plus, Bernie Miklasz an...

Tom Ackerman and Matt Pauley dive into Nolan Arenado’s arrival at spring training, his offseason adjustments, and what it means for the Cardinals' lineup. They discuss Nolan Gorman’s role and key pitching depth concerns. Billikens coach Josh Schertz reflects on recent tough losses and previews the A-10 Tournament. Plus, NASCAR legend Kenny Wallace joins to talk about the excitement of the Daytona...

Tom Ackerman and Bernie Miklasz discuss the return of Nolan Arenado to the St. Louis Cardinals, focusing on his determination and improved offensive approach. They break down a hypothetical lineup featuring Arenado, analyze historical player comebacks, and highlight the influence of new hitting coach Brent Brown. The conversation also covers the balance between offense and defense, particularly in...

Tom Ackerman sits down with John Mozeliak to discuss Nolan Arenado’s return to the St. Louis Cardinals and his readiness to contribute in 2025. Despite offseason contract speculation, Arenado remains a key figure, and Mozeliak highlights his positive attitude and motivation. The discussion also covers the balance between veteran leadership and youth development, with Nolan Gorman expected to get 5...

Tom Ackerman talks with STL City SC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel ahead of the season opener at Energizer Park. They discuss the impact of new head coach Olof Melberg, key signings like Timo Baumgartl, and the team’s focus on leadership. Pfannenstiel highlights the team’s strengthened center-back core, including experienced players like Joakim Nilsson, and the importance of youth development...

NASCAR legend Kenny Wallace joins Tom Ackerman to talk all things racing, from the excitement of the Daytona 500 to the unpredictability of NASCAR’s Next Gen car. They discuss St. Louis' strong NASCAR fanbase, the city’s upcoming playoff race, and Kenny’s unmatched energy and engagement with fans. Plus, comparisons to Adam Wainwright’s passion for his sport and what makes the Daytona 500 the "Supe...

Billikens coach Josh Schertz joins Tom Ackerman to discuss the emotional highs and lows of college basketball, reflecting on tough losses to George Mason and Loyola. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on the process over results and breaks down defensive and offensive adjustments needed to compete with top A-10 teams like VCU and Dayton. Schertz remains optimistic about the A-10 Tournament,...

Tom Ackerman and Matt Pauley dive into Nolan Arenado’s arrival at spring training, the Cardinals' reaction, and his offseason preparation, including weight loss and increased bat speed. They discuss expectations for Arenado’s performance, how Nolan Gorman fits into the lineup, and key pitching depth concerns as spring training workouts begin.

Tom Ackerman previews Super Bowl 59, recaps Mizzou's tough loss, and covers the latest SEC basketball upsets. He chats with SLU Head Coach Josh Schertz about the Chiefs, Billikens basketball, and their recent game against St. Joe’s. Tom also talks with Steve Chapman about the Blues' thrilling win over the Blackhawks and their new over-the-air TV partnership with KMOV and Gray Media affiliates, off...

Tom Ackerman highlights St. Louis native Ter’Shawn Wharton as the Chiefs' defensive tackle prepares for Super Bowl 59. Later, hear Jen Siess's interview with St. Louis City SC players Chris Durkin and Miguel Perez as they share insights on the team's progress and their journeys. The episode concludes with Bernie Miklasz's Super Bowl preview, discussing the 1999 Rams and the Chiefs vs. Eagles match...

Tom Ackerman previews Super Bowl 59, recaps Mizzou’s loss, and covers the SEC basketball upsets. He chats with SLU Head Coach Josh Schertz about the Chiefs, Billikens basketball, and their recent game against St. Joe’s. Tom also talks to Steve Chapman about the Blues' thrilling win over the Blackhawks and their new over-the-air TV partnership with KMOV and Gray Media affiliates, giving fans more w...

Tom Ackerman and Bernie Miklasz dive into Super Bowl excitement as they reflect on the 1999 Rams, highlighting their defensive prowess that played a key role in the team's success. Bernie reminisces about their seven pick-sixes and second-place ranking in sacks, explaining how often their defense is overlooked. They shift focus to the Chiefs, debating the importance of Steve Spagnuolo's defensive...

Tom Ackerman talks with Steve Chapman, the St. Louis Blues’ Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Marketing Officer, about the team’s thrilling 6-5 shootout win over the Blackhawks, which wrapped up their final game before the two-week Four Nations Faceoff break. The event, a precursor to the Olympics, features USA, Canada, Finland, and Sweden, and will be a great showcase for international hockey. The...