Sports on a Sunday Morning

Cardinals President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom explains the two-year extension for Oli Marmol with a 2029 club option, detailing why continuity and alignment were critical during a franchise reset. Bloom discusses Marmol’s growth, open communication, and deep involvement in player development as the club builds its next core. He also evaluates top prospect JJ Wetherholt’s spring progress a...

Chris Blair previews a huge year at World Wide Technology Raceway, including Tyler Reddick and 23XI Racing’s surge, the Enjoy Illinois 300 NASCAR Cup playoff weekend in September, and the 10th running of the Bommarito Automotive Group 500 IndyCar night race on June 7. Blair details the new 750-horsepower package, rising ticket sales, Michael Jordan’s presence with 23XI, and a potential Cardinals H...

Hour 1 opens in Jupiter with the Cardinals extending Ollie Marmol through 2028 with a 2029 club option, reinforcing alignment between Bill DeWitt Jr., Chaim Bloom, and the manager during a pivotal rebuild. Bernie Miklasz reacts to the decision and explains why Bloom chose continuity over a splash move. Plus, Josh Schertz breaks down SLU’s 91–76 win over Duquesne as the Billikens sit at 26–3 and ch...

Lindenwood Athletic Director Jason Coomer breaks down a banner year across the department. The women’s basketball team clinches a share of the OVC regular-season title and enters the tournament as a No. 2 seed, while the men’s team surges with a dominant road win at Western Illinois. Coomer details St. Charles County’s growth and the department’s two-word mission, “Hang banners.” Plus, the rapid r...

Josh Schertz breaks down Saint Louis University’s 91–76 second-half surge over Duquesne, explaining why it was more about flow and force than halftime magic. He details freeing Robbie Avila offensively, the impact of Paul Otieno and Kellen Thames, and the standard of toughness behind rotation decisions. At 26–3 overall and 14–2 in the A-10, Schertz discusses the stretch run, NCAA positioning, Seni...

Bernie Miklasz breaks down Oli Marmol’s contract extension through 2028, why Chaim Bloom chose continuity over a splash hire, and what true front office alignment means during the Cardinals’ first real rebuild in more than 30 years. Plus, context on fan perception, comparisons to Tony La Russa, and what Marmol must prove in the years ahead.

Tom Ackerman hosts a packed edition of Sports on a Sunday Morning reacting to Team USA’s dramatic overtime gold medal win over Canada. Bernie Miklasz breaks down Connor Hellebuyck’s standout performance and the significance of the first U.S. men’s hockey gold since 1980, while Kelly O’Grady joins from Milan with the in-arena perspective and emotional medal ceremony. SLU head coach Josh Schertz dis...

Tom Ackerman reacts to Team USA’s overtime gold medal win over Canada, including the call of Jack Hughes’ golden goal and Connor Hellebuyck’s dominant performance as the U.S. captures its first men’s hockey gold since 1980. The hour includes reaction to the emotional celebration, St. Louis connections on Team USA, and the atmosphere in Italy. Diego Gigliani joins to discuss the STL City SC season...

Tom Ackerman talks with Cardinals President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom after the first spring training game about early impressions from camp and the competition taking shape. Bloom discusses Matthew Liberatore’s outing, Quinn Matthews’ stuff, and how Kyle Leahy has put himself in the mix for a rotation spot after stretching out as a starter. He also provides injury updates on Riley O’Brie...

Tom Ackerman talks with STL City SC President and GM Diego Gigliani about the season opener at Energizer Park, the 1–1 draw with Charlotte, and Marcel Hartel scoring the first MLS goal of the year. Gigliani discusses the evolving identity of this year’s squad under a new coach, the balance between aggressive pressing and more intentional possession, and the club’s goal of staying in the playoff ra...

Tom Ackerman opens the show with Bernie Miklasz breaking down Team USA’s Olympic gold medal win over Canada, Connor Hellebuyck’s standout performance, and early Cardinals spring training storylines. SLU head coach Josh Schertz joins to discuss watching the gold medal game, the mental side of competition, and the Billikens’ 33-point swing against VCU as they head into a tough A-10 stretch. Kelly O’...

Tom Ackerman talks with Kelly O’Grady live from Milan after witnessing Team USA’s dramatic overtime win over Canada for Olympic gold. She describes the electric in-arena atmosphere, dueling USA and Canada chants, and the emotional medal ceremony as the U.S. captured its first men’s hockey gold in 46 years. O’Grady also shares insight on players returning to NHL teams after the tournament and refle...

Tom Ackerman talks with Josh Schertz about watching the USA–Canada gold medal game and the mindset of high-level competition. They break down SLU’s 33-point swing against VCU, the focus on controllables like rebounding and shot quality, key bench contributions, the tough A-10 stretch ahead, and the decision not to suspend players after the postgame skirmish.

Tom Ackerman talks with Bernie Miklasz about Team USA’s Olympic gold medal win over Canada and Connor Hellebuyck’s 41-save performance that carried the U.S. to victory. They also discuss St. Louis’ impact on Team USA, early Cardinals spring training storylines, the addition of Luis Urías, and a quick look at SLU, Mizzou, and Illinois basketball.

Mike Claiborne hosts from Jupiter, Florida with coverage of the Cardinals’ new spring training complex, roster battles, and pitching outlook. Hour 1 includes Billikens basketball buzz with Chris May and sports headlines, while Hour 2 features Dan Good on the facility project, plus interviews with Matthew Liberatore, Chaim Bloom, and Bernie Miklasz on the Cardinals’ direction heading into 2026.

Hour 2 features Dan Good on the Cardinals’ revamped Jupiter complex, Matthew Liberatore on his growth and offseason work, Chaim Bloom on roster building and pitching philosophy, and Bernie Miklasz on the organization’s push to modernize and adapt.

Chaim Bloom talks with Mike Claiborne about the Cardinals’ new Jupiter complex, early spring roster evaluations, and the current pitching outlook. He also discusses potential roster additions, organizational culture, and how the team is using new resources and technology heading into 2026.

Matthew Liberatore joins Mike Claiborne to talk about entering another spring training with the Cardinals and how his role has evolved from young arm to more of a veteran presence. He breaks down lessons from last season’s move into the rotation, managing workload and recovery, and learning the difference between soreness and injury while facing big-league hitters. Liberatore also discusses offsea...

Bernie Miklasz joins Mike Claiborne to share his impressions of Chaim Bloom and the Cardinals’ evolving front office. He discusses the organization’s push to modernize, balance tradition with analytics, and use new technology to better develop players while adapting to the game’s rapid changes.

Hour 1 from Jupiter, Florida covers the Cardinals’ new spring training complex, early roster storylines, and pitching outlook as camp opens. The show also dives into the Billikens’ dominant run with Chris May, plus Olympic talk, All-Star weekend debates, and a look ahead to interviews later in the show.

SLU Athletic Director Chris May joins Mike Claiborne to discuss the Billikens’ dominant run, team culture under Josh Schertz, and the growing buzz around campus and Chaifetz Arena. He also talks NCAA Tournament possibilities, the strength of the A-10, and what’s ahead as SLU pushes toward March.

The show opens with Winter Olympics updates and a preview of the day’s guests before diving into Cardinals spring training with Matt Pauley, including rotation battles, young hitters to watch, and KMOX’s coverage plans from Jupiter. SLU guard Kellen Thames talks Billikens momentum and team chemistry, while Dan Reardon breaks down the Waste Management Phoenix Open, Tiger Woods’ connection to St. Lo...

Hour 2 features a Super Bowl 60 preview with picks and game-day talk, plus a deep dive into the Waste Management Phoenix Open and the PGA Tour with Dan Reardon, including Tiger Woods’ connection to St. Louis and the BMW Championship at Bellerive. Chaim Bloom discusses the Cardinals’ new Jupiter facility, player development focus, and roster plans, while Bernie Miklas adds Super Bowl betting insigh...

Bernie Miklas talks Super Bowl Sunday with a wagering look at Patriots vs. Seahawks, plus the current St. Louis sports scene with SLU rolling, Mizzou in the mix, and Cardinals spring training approaching. He also makes the case for Torry Holt in the Hall of Fame, breaks down the Cardinals’ young pitching competition and new roster pieces to watch, and wraps with some Super Bowl food talk.

Chaim Bloom discusses the Cardinals’ renovated spring training complex in Jupiter, expanded player development resources, and the focus on building around a young core. He also talks about the No. 2 ranked farm system, the claim of Brian Ramos, and the continued search for a right-handed bat as camp gets underway.