Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast

[COMT] Chaim Bloom's Masterclass: Why This Cardinals Rebuild is Actually Fun (feat. Jandy)

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: @JandySTL Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & The "Tarps Off" Experience 2:00 - Cardinals Twitter Culture & Hating the Cubs 7:30 - The 100-Game Countdown: Resetting Expectations 11:15 - Lars Nootbaar's Return & The Trade Deadline Dilemma 18:00 - Fixing the Pitching Staff: Dustin May, Leahy, & McGreevy 21:30 - Dream Deadline: Retool vs. Tearing It Down 24:00 - What Makes a "Successful" 2026 Season? 27:00 - Lockout Fears & Final Good Vibes

[COMT] Can the Cardinals ruin the Cubs season already? Series Preview

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.

81. Have the Cardinals Changed Expectations? (feat. Bernie Miklasz)

Welcome back to the Redbird Rundown!  Jonathan and Scott are joined by the one and only Bernie Miklasz to ask an important big-picture question: have the Cardinals actually changed expectations for what this season can be?  And as we look ahead to the upcoming stretch of games, what will it really tell us about where this team stands in the NL Central? We’re digging into performance, perception, and reality—and trying to separate what’s sustainable from what still needs to prove itself. —————————————————————————————————— 📲 Join our Discord gameday chats! (https://discord.gg/cmYfEx9hFJ [https://discord.gg/cmYfEx9hFJ]) State Farm – Scott Owens (Mt. Vernon, IL) 📞 (618) 242-3770 Like a good neighbor State Farm is there. All American Tree Experts 📞 (618) 316-2457 Your go-to crew for trimming, removal, and full yard cleanup 🌲 Stay connected for Cardinals updates, clips, and more: • Twitter/X: @redbirdrundown2 • Facebook: Redbird Rundown Podcast • Instagram: Redbird Rundown Podcast • TikTok: @redbird.rundown.p • Bluesky: @redbirdrundown.bsky.social ⭐ If you enjoyed the episode, follow, rate, and review — it helps more Cardinals fans find the show!

80. Cardinals Minor League Risers That Could Change Everything (feat. Kyle Reis)

The Cardinals farm system is starting to heat up, and we’re breaking down the biggest early-season risers, fallers, and future call-up candidates in the organization. This week on Redbird Rundown, Scott and Matt are joined by Kyle Reis from Wednesdays with Walton and Reis and Birds on the Black to talk about which prospects are turning heads across the Cardinals minor league system — and which names may be losing momentum early in the season. We also dive into the “Next Man Up” conversation and debate which players could realistically help the big league club soon, including Thomas Saggese, Jose Fermin, Leonardo Bernal Torres, Quinn Mathews, Tekoah Roby, and Jimmy Crooks. Plus: * Early-season Cardinals prospect risers  * Minor league fallers  * Who deserves a shot in St. Louis? * Pitching depth conversations * Taco Bell Takes  Be sure to join our Discord and jump into our live game chats with fellow Cardinals fans all week long. Follow Redbird Rundown everywhere: X/Twitter: @redbirdrundown2 Instagram: Redbird Rundown Podcast Facebook: Redbird Rundown Podcast Bluesky: @redbirdrundown.bsky.social TikTok: @redbird.rundown.p #STLCards #Cardinals #MLB #CardinalsProspects #StLouisCardinals #MiLB

79. Passing or Failing - Grading the Cardinals 1st Quarter (feat. Joe Roderick)

The first quarter of the season is officially in the books, and it’s time to hand out grades. This week on Redbird Rundown, we’re joined by Joe Roderick from STL Sports Central to break down the St. Louis Cardinals through the first quarter of the 2026 season. Which parts of this team are exceeding expectations? Which units are holding them back? And are the Cardinals actually building something sustainable? We grade every aspect of the club: * Offense * Base Running * Defense * Starting Pitching * Bullpen * Coaching From breakout performers to frustrating weaknesses, we cover what’s real, what’s concerning, and what Cardinals fans should expect moving forward. Follow Redbird Rundown for weekly Cardinals coverage, analysis, reactions, and conversations all season long. #STLCards #Cardinals #MLB #StLouisCardinals #BaseballPodcast