The Chatter's Box

Cardinals Hall of Famer Ray Lankford sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.”  Lankford discusses wearing a red jacket, getting to the majors in 1990, playing with Willie McGee, holding the record for the most home runs in Busch Stadium II, Albert Pujols coming up as a rookie, working on stealing bases with Lou Brock, watching Mark McGwire hit homers, the 1994 MLB Strike, the collision at the plate with Darren Daulton, and more.

Former Cardinals pitcher and Lieutenant in the US Navy, Mitch Harris, sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.”  Harris discusses his path to the majors, getting drafted twice but being able to serve in the Navy, his best memories of deployment, trying to stay in baseball shape for his chance at the big leagues, finally making it, and more.

Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Larry Walker sits down with former Cardinals pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.”  Walker talks about what it means to be a Hall of Famer, being traded to the Cardinals, St. Louis fans making him feel like family, how people viewed Coors Field stats differently, getting the phone call that he was elected, induction weekend, learning to play baseball, his playing career, and more.

2011 World Series Closer Jason Motte joins former Cardinals pitcher Kyle McClellan on this month’s Chatter’s Box podcast. Motte discusses being drafted and playing in the minor leagues as a catcher, catching McClellan, his journey switching from catcher to pitcher, moving up through the minor leagues, being teammates with McClellan, details about his debut, closing out the 2011 World Series, his charity raising money to fight cancer and more.

St. Louis Cardinals all-time saves leader and Cardinals Hall of Famer Jason Isringhausen joins former Cardinals pitcher Kyle McClellan on this month’s Chatter’s Box podcast. Izzy discusses his role now working with players and coaches in the minor leagues, becoming a reliever and working on the best way to warm up, advice from Bruce Sutter, having a short memory as a closer, Dave Duncan’s impact on his career and baseball, the most important info from scouting reports for a reliever, discusses how he would pitch differently in today’s game, coaching after getting out of baseball, and more.

2006 World Series Champion Jeff Suppan sits down with former Cardinals pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Suppan discusses his quest for hitting a homer to get a curtain call, pitching towards the end of his career, operating a restaurant for 7 years after playing, coming back to St. Louis as an alum, the St. Louis fan support, the winning culture of the Cardinals, the 20th anniversary of the 2004 team, Dave Duncan as a pitching coach, giving up home runs 5 & 6 to Mark McGwire in 1998, and more.

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn sits down with former Cardinals pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Winn discusses how COVID effected his senior season in high school and possibly changed his path from going to college to being drafted, getting to the big leagues so quickly, some teams wanting him to pitch and some teams wanting him to play shortstop when he was scouted, thinks he could still be a good pitcher, knowing his role on the offense, difference of how many pitches you get to hit in the minors compared to the big leagues, throwing the ball as hard as he could in the MLB Futures game, playing angry to help drive him, his competitiveness and more.

Cardinals starting pitcher Lance Lynn sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Lynn discusses how different it is now being back in St. Louis compared to earlier in his career, how his role has evolved as a pitcher and teammate over his career, being a free agent, choosing to come home to St. Louis, he explains some of his on-field antics, being impressed with the young talent on the roster, and more.

2011 World Series Champion Daniel Descalso sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Daniel discusses rejoining the organization as bench coach, the responsibilities of his new role, the focus of spring training, teaching guys fundamentals before they make it to the big leagues, working with some of his former teammates on this roster, Masyn Winn taking the next step, the game of baseball evolving and more

New St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Kyle Gibson sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Gibson discusses growing up in Indiana, pitching at Mizzou, living in St. Louis for the last five years, his wife’s family always rooting for the Cardinals, why he believes the organization can turn it around after last season, his approach to spring training, working with young players, looking forward to Opening Day, and more.

World Series Champion and two-time gold glove winner Bengie Molina sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Bengie discusses his current role with the St. Louis Cardinals as a Spanish Broadcaster, people listening to the Spanish broadcast around the world, Mike Scioscia giving him a chance to play in Anaheim, winning a World Series with his brother Jose as a teammate, the pressure on Yadier with two brothers in the major leagues, catching for Cy Young winners, caring about pitchers, his parents’ sacrifices and influence, playing against his brothers, and what Yadi is doing now in retirement.

Cardinals alum Brendan Ryan sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Brendan discusses missing the team bus one time in the minor leagues, working on his fielding with Jose Oquendo, playing for Tony LaRussa, shares stories about riding the bus with veterans, receiving a special gift from Albert Pujols, discusses his nightmare of running out to play shortstop late with Chris Carpenter on the mound in Cincinnati in 2010, being traded to Seattle after the 2010 season, and more.

Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright fresh off his 200th career victory sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Wainwright discusses winning his 200th career game after a season of struggles, why he came back to play in 2023, if he really will retire after the season, what his plans are after retiring, leaving a legacy in the Cardinals’ organization, his relationship with Yadier Molina, support from his wife and family, his work helping people around the world to have clean water, and his unknown connection with Astro’s Mauricio Dubon

Cardinals Gary Gaetti sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Gary discusses wearing a helmet with no ear flap, says that playing for the Cardinals was a dream come true, playing for Tony LaRussa, the 1994 strike, coming up through the Twins organization, the relief of winning a World Series in 1987, being involved in 7 triple plays, his experience of coaching after his playing days ended, learning from George Kissell and Dave Ricketts, and more.

St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Helsley discusses playing with Adam Wainwright, growing up in Oklahoma as a Cardinals fan, finding success in the bullpen, learning from Andrew Miller, his All-Star 2022 season, changes in the organization over the years, pitching to Yadier Molina, adjusting to rule changes and more.

St. Louis Cardinals broadcaster and “Fast Eddie” of Fast Eddie’s Bonaire remember their dear friend Cardinals Hall of Famer Mike Shannon. Former Cardinals pitcher Kyle McClellan hosts the conversation discussing Shannon’s impact on them, Shannon’s playing days with the 1960’s Cardinals, his love for St. Louis, being an ambassador for Budweiser, the Live at Shannon’s radio show and other stories.

St. Louis Cardinals new TV play-by-play voice Chip Caray sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Chip discusses his path in broadcasting, taking the Cardinals job replacing his friend Dan McLaughlin, his upbringing in St. Louis, getting to know his father and grandfather later in life, and he shares stories from his career.

2006 Cardinals World Champion Scott Spiezio joins former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Scott discusses his dad playing with Bob Gibson and the 1960s Cardinals, his substance abuse problems including drinking vodka before MLB games, going to rehab multiple times, depression and anxiety, his relationship with his parents and kids, and how he is trying to help people now to not make the same mistakes he made.

Cardinals Hall of Fame Manager Whitey Herzog sits down with former pitcher Kyle McClellan for this edition of the “Chatter’s Box.” Whitey discusses why he traded Rollie Fingers, the timeline of the Ozzie Smith trade, convincing Ozzie to waive his no-trade clause to come to St. Louis, winning the 1982 World Series, having to trade Keith Hernandez, losing the 1985 and 1987 World Series, inventing bullpen by committee, Vince Coleman stealing bases at will, length of MLB games, his relationship with Jack Buck, and skipping school to go to Sportsman’s Park to watch the Browns and Cardinals when he was growing up.

Cardinals legend Ozzie Smith joins former Cardinals pitcher Kyle McClellan the show to discuss why defense was so important to him, motivation, hard work, fundamentals, watching the current Cardinals team, and much more.