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Former indy ball pitcher and current teacher and Cardinal content creator Scott Plaza talks St. Louis Cardinals baseball when he wants to. Bringing you some of the best guests, conversations, and debates among Cardinal fans.
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From going undrafted out of college and a whirlwind 15-day stint in independent ball to carving hitters up in Double-A Springfield and the Arizona Fall League, St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher prospect Michael Watson joins the show!In this episode, Scott Plaza and prospect guru Kareem sit down with Michael to break down his incredible baseball journey. Michael shares the reality of adjusting to professional routines, how he unlocked a massive velocity jump, what it's like to share a clubhouse with some of the organization's brightest young stars, and why the winning culture in the Cardinals' minor league system is building something special for the future. Plus, Michael talks about his goals for next season, adding a sinker to his arsenal, and heading straight from the desert into duck hunting season.#stlcards
The MLB offseason is officially here, and Scott Plaza is kicking off the brand-new Cardinals on My Time: MLB Edition with a heavy-hitting debut! In this very first live interview on the Millions platform, Scott is joined by MLB media star Jessica Kleinschmidt (NBC Sports, A's coverage, Short and to the Point podcast) for a deep dive into everything happening across the league. From breaking down the upcoming CBA negotiations, salary caps, and the Rule 5 draft to analyzing the front-office shakeups (including the A's new hire Taylor Smith), this episode covers it all. Plus, Scott and Jessica chat about the human side of players, the growth and normalization of women in sports, and what to expect during a cold baseball winter without games. Make sure to like, comment, subscribe, and follow Scott on Twitter @MrPlaztastic17 for more offseason content!
After yet another late-inning bullpen meltdown, postseason baseball is officially off the table for the 2026 St. Louis Cardinals. Scott Plaza, Matt Blaker, and Tanner Larkins (lead singer of Bayview Lane) sit down for a real, unfiltered conversation about where this franchise stands. We break down the emergence of young core pieces like Alec Burleson, Jordan Walker, and Leo Bernal, discuss whether Chaim Bloom intentionally punted on the bullpen, and evaluate what needs to happen at third base and center field heading into the 2027 offseason.Plus, Tanner shares what it’s like growing up a die-hard Cardinals fan in Chicago territory and gives details on Bayview Lane's upcoming shows!Follow Tanner & Bayview Lane: @BayviewLane / @Tannerlarkins_musicFollow Matt: @MattBlaker83Follow Scott: @MrPlaztastic17 on X, @COMTPodcast on InstagramListen to Bayview Lane's music on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, or wherever you get your music
The St. Louis Cardinals are coming out of the All-Star Break with more momentum than anyone in baseball! Between Jordan Walker’s historic, ice-water-in-the-veins Home Run Derby performance and rookie phenom JJ Wetherholt signing a historic eight-year, $112.5 million contract extension, the "rebuild" narrative is officially dead.On this episode of Cardinals on My Time, host Scott Plaza is joined by Daniel Shoptaw (@C70 / Meet Me at Musial) and Ethan Hannaford (STL Sports Central) to break down if the Cardinals are ready to make a serious postseason push. We look at the "Core Four" of St. Louis' future, analyze Chaim Bloom's upcoming trade deadline strategy, and dissect a starting rotation that has exceeded expectations. Should the Cardinals sell high on Dustin May, or is this rotation built to sustain a run through September with a highly favorable 2nd-half schedule?Drop your second-half predictions in the comments! How many wins do the Cardinals finish with, and what is Chaim Bloom's biggest trade deadline move?– Welcome back & Guest Introductions (C70 & Ethan Hannaford)– JJ Wetherholt’s historic $112.5M contract extension– Jordan Walker’s home run derby victory: Is he the undisputed face of the franchise?– Walker vs. Wetherholt: Designing the co-faces of St. Louis baseball– Comparing the young Cardinals core to the mid-2010s Cubs World Series formula– Postseason or bust? Redefining expectations with the 22nd-ranked strength of schedule remaining– Starting Rotation Check-in: Liberatore, Leahy, and Pallante's stabilization– The Dustin May Dilemma: Sell-high at the deadline or ride it out?– Michael McGreevy’s bulldog mentality and outperforming his Savant page– 2nd Half Primer: Can this young pitching staff survive?– Outro & Where to find the guests
When is the future arriving in St. Louis? With the MLB Trade Deadline looming and the Draft just days away, we are executing a full audit of the St. Louis Cardinals' minor league system.Host Scott Plaza is joined by Thomas Gauvain (Redbird Rants) and Tyler (Redbird Farmhands) to discuss the standout prospects forcing management's hand and who might be used as prime trade chips.On this episode, we discuss:Joshua Baez’s Historic June: 10 home runs and a ticket to the big leagues by September?The Pitching Pipeline: Luis Gastelum's absurd scoreless streak, Quinn Mathews' zero-walk dominance, and what's going on with Tink Hence's velocity.Trade Deadline Strategy: Dealing from areas of depth (like catcher Ryan Campos) to address the organization's long-term corner infield holes.MLB Draft Preview: Analyzing the Cardinals' strategy with 6 picks in the top 86, and who makes sense for St. Louis at Pick 13 (AJ Gracia, Chris Hacopian, and more).Timestamps:02:30 – Joshua Baez Analysis07:50 – Luis Gastelum & Triple-A Bullpen Depth08:40 – Quinn Mathews, Bryson Mautz, & Tink Hence Updates15:30 – Catcher Depth & Ryan Campos Trade Value22:00 – Solving the Third Base Hole35:00 – Pick 13 & MLB Draft TargetsResources:Find daily minor league breakdowns at milbtoday.com. Follow our guests on X at @ThomasGauvain2 and @RedbirdFarmhand for consistent Cardinals prospect coverage and live draft streams!
Should the St. Louis Cardinals buy or sell at the 2026 MLB trade deadline? Porque no los dos? On this episode of Cardinals on My Time, host Scott Plaza is joined by Caleb Noble (Hard Nine Podcast), AJ Stone (Just Baseball Media), and Matthew Blaker to tackle the messiest trade deadline in recent memory.The guys dive deep into the recent front-office transition to Bill DeWitt III, Chaim Bloom's telling press conference comments, and whether "just getting into the postseason" is enough for this young core. Then, they play a high-stakes game of "Confidence Out of 10" on which players are good as gone by late July.On the chopping block:Will the Cardinals capitalize on Dustin May's insane trade value?Is it time to pull the trigger on a Lars Nootbaar or Nolan Gorman trade?Why Andre Pallante might be the ultimate "sell-high" candidate.Plus, surprise targets like Royce Lewis and the future of the "Tarps Off" fan section at Busch Stadium.Rate, review, and follow Cardinals on My Time on Spotify so you never miss an episode!
The St. Louis Cardinals are officially entering the 100-game countdown, and the vibes around Busch Stadium are shifting fast! In this episode of Cardinals on My Time, Scott Plaza is joined by the undisputed king of Cardinals Twitter vibes, Jandy (@JandySTL). We break down the electric 10-run comeback against the Cincinnati Reds, the massive return of Lars Nootbaar ("Unk") to the lineup, and whether his presence transforms the clubhouse culture. Plus, we tackle the upcoming MLB Trade Deadline: Should Chaim Bloom stand pat, buy bullpen depth, or pull off a shocking "retool" by trading away guys like Dustin May and Nootbaar for high-end prospects? We also dive deep into Jordan Walker’s incredible 180-degree turnaround, JJ Wetherholt's Rookie of the Year trajectory, and why keeping the petty rivalry alive with Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Chicago Cubs is essential for the fan base. 👉 SUBSCRIBE for more St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors, and post-game analysis!👉 Follow Jandy on X: @JandySTLTimestamps:0:00 - Intro & The "Tarps Off" Experience2:00 - Cardinals Twitter Culture & Hating the Cubs7:30 - The 100-Game Countdown: Resetting Expectations11:15 - Lars Nootbaar's Return & The Trade Deadline Dilemma18:00 - Fixing the Pitching Staff: Dustin May, Leahy, & McGreevy21:30 - Dream Deadline: Retool vs. Tearing It Down24:00 - What Makes a "Successful" 2026 Season?27:00 - Lockout Fears & Final Good Vibes
The Cubs and Cardinals face off for the first time this year and both teams have something to prove. Scott is joined by Jim to break down the St. Louis side of the series and welcomes in Paul "Crawly" Dzien and Jared Wyllys to discuss from the Cubs side.We will talk about the seasons thus far, preview the series, and then look at the best and worst moments of an all-time sports rivalry.
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