Cardinal Territory: A St. Louis Cardinals Podcast

Catching Up with David Eckstein! Stories from the World Series MVP

Today, 2006 World Series MVP David Eckstein joins Jim Hayes and it's all smiles on Cardinal Territory! (1:01) Eckstein catches us up on what he's doing these days and shares his view of the game today with analytics and slug reigning supreme. (12:21) "X Factor" also waxes nostalgic about his time with the Cardinals, a great 2005 team that came up short, and the 2006 World Series ballclub. 🌶️ Subscribe to the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CardinalTerritory [https://www.youtube.com/@CardinalTerritory]  Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/CardTerritory [https://x.com/CardTerritory] https://www.instagram.com/cardinalterritory/ [https://www.instagram.com/cardinalterritory/] Support the show and wear what the hosts wear! https://cardinalterritoryshop.com/ [https://cardinalterritoryshop.com/] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Different Heroes Stepping Up for Cards! Concerns About Libby?

Jim Hayes and Lance Lynn dive into the walk-off heroics for Ivan Herrera on Tuesday night. It's been a different hero often for these Cardinals this season. What's the key to the magic? Lance shares his view. Nolan Gorman is showing signs of breaking out with the bat while playing a nice defense at third base. Where do things stand for now veteran of 5 MLB seasons? The "tarps off" crew has come and gone. What is their legacy after injecting some much-needed life into Busch Stadium? And Matthew Liberatore has been solid but is continuing to have trouble finishing his starts. How can Libby take the next step in the rotation and should he perhaps be moved to the bullpen? Jim and Lance discuss. To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL [https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL]. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. Subscribe on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@CardinalTerritory [https://www.youtube.com/@CardinalTerritory]  Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/CardTerritory [https://x.com/CardTerritory]   https://www.instagram.com/cardinalterritory/ [https://www.instagram.com/cardinalterritory/]  Support the show and wear what the hosts wear! https://cardinalterritoryshop.com [https://cardinalterritoryshop.com]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Tarps Off Crew Sparks Cards Weekend, Defense Underrated?

Jim Hayes, Lance Lynn, and a little bit of Kyle Gibson are back with their shirts on following a nice weekend for the Cardinals against the Royals. The "tarps off" crew was the story of the weekend. Jim shares his viewpoint of the Texas club baseball team that went viral for taking their shirts off and rallying for the Cards.  The pitching has been good but the offense has taken a small step back. Thankfully, the defense has been exceptional. Has that been an underrated weapon for St. Louis this year? The hosts discuss! 🌶️ If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory [https://mintmobile.com/Territory] Subscribe on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@CardinalTerritory [https://www.youtube.com/@CardinalTerritory] Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/CardTerritory [https://x.com/CardTerritory]  https://www.instagram.com/cardinalterritory/ [https://www.instagram.com/cardinalterritory/]  Support the show and wear what the hosts wear! https://cardinalterritoryshop.com/ [https://cardinalterritoryshop.com/]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Opening Up Libby, Burly Love; Are Victor Scott's Days Numbered?

Jim Hayes, Kyle Gibson, and Lance Lynn dive in to the biggest storylines for the Cards. (00:51) What are our resident pitchers seeing in Matthew Liberatore that could help with his consistency this season? Kyle and Lance share their insight. (13:22) Alec Burleson has been really good. The hosts take a moment to appreciate Burly and talk about what they've seen with the slugger. (20:21) The outfield situation is about to get crowded with the imminent return of Lars Nootbaar. With Victor Scott II's struggles and Nathan Church's emergence this season, will VS2 be the odd man out in center? 🌶️ Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Subscribe to the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CardinalTerritory [https://www.youtube.com/@CardinalTerritory]  Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/CardTerritory [https://x.com/CardTerritory]  https://www.instagram.com/cardinalterritory/ [https://www.instagram.com/cardinalterritory/]  Support the show and wear what the hosts wear! https://cardinalterritoryshop.com/ [https://cardinalterritoryshop.com/]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Fan favorite Jose Martinez joins the show! What has he been up to?

Former Cardinals fan favorite José Martínez joins Jim Hayes on this edition of the show. We catch up with José. What has he been up to since retiring? What are his favorite moments from his time in a Cardinal uniform? The slugger opens up! José discusses the impact teammates like Yadier Molina and Adam Wainwright had on his life and career. Plus, insight on his place in Venezuelan baseball and much more! Hit that like button and share the episode for José! 🌶️ Subscribe to the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cardinal-territory-a-st-louis-cardinals-podcast/id1785303588 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cardinal-territory-a-st-louis-cardinals-podcast/id1785303588]  https://open.spotify.com/show/23GthznBlqBwVnpY7G1uId [https://open.spotify.com/show/23GthznBlqBwVnpY7G1uId]  Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/CardTerritory [https://x.com/CardTerritory]  https://www.instagram.com/cardinalterritory/ [https://www.instagram.com/cardinalterritory/]  Support the show and wear what the hosts wear! https://cardinalterritoryshop.com/ [https://cardinalterritoryshop.com/]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.