Cards Central

The stage is set for the 2026 World Series, and for the first time in 46 years, baseball is guaranteed to crown a first-time champion! The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays are ready to battle for their first World Series title. Joe Roderick and Mike Claiborne are on STL Sports Central to break down this historic matchup. Claibs explains why these two small-market organizations have become models for building sustainable winners through player development, pitching, analytics, and smart roster construction. They discuss what the Cardinals can learn from Milwaukee and Tampa Bay as Chaim Bloom works to reshape the franchise, and why the Brewers' success should be viewed as a positive for the NL Central. Plus, Claibs shares his World Series prediction, explains why he believes Tampa Bay has the edge, and highlights the players to watch, including Chandler Simpson, Junior Caminero, Jacob Misiorowski, Jackson Chourio, and William Contreras. Also hear a fascinating story about Albert Pujols' admiration for Caminero and why the future of baseball could look a lot like these two World Series contenders. Who will take home their first championship? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Cardinals are open to adding a short-term third baseman to the roster this offseason. Could former All-Star Alec Bohm fit the bill for St. Louis to bridge them to Jesus Baez? Join Hunter Mulholland as he discusses everything Cardinals this offseason on the Hunter Mulholland Show on STL Sports Central. #mlb #stlouiscardinals #alecbohm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Claiborne and Joe Roderick are back for another edition of Claibs and Joe on STL Sports Central, covering the biggest stories in the NFL, MLB postseason, St. Louis Cardinals baseball, and Blues hockey! The guys open the show with a discussion about the NFL's growing problem with questionable coaching decisions and clock management. Why are so many coaches struggling in critical game situations? Claibs explains how too many voices on the sidelines, coaching turnover, and the loss of talented coordinators can derail an entire team. They also examine the early Super Bowl contenders, the league's biggest disappointments, and which struggling franchises could be headed for major changes. Attention then shifts to October baseball, where the Milwaukee Brewers have taken a commanding 2-0 lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS. Can Milwaukee complete the upset, or will the Dodgers battle back? Claibs weighs in on Shohei Ohtani's struggles, the questions surrounding his health, and whether Dave Roberts should even consider taking his superstar out of the lineup. The guys also discuss José Ramírez's incredible postseason and why the Cleveland star deserves more national recognition. What can the Cardinals learn from Milwaukee, Cleveland, and Tampa Bay? Claibs takes a closer look at how these smaller-market organizations consistently develop talent, emphasize fundamentals, and compete against teams with significantly larger payrolls. From minor league instruction to scouting and player development, he explains what the Cardinals need to rediscover to build a winning organization. The conversation also turns to the St. Louis Blues, who are still searching for consistency early in the NHL season. Claibs discusses the importance of establishing an identity, getting contributions from all four lines, and why Ross Johnston could deserve a bigger role moving forward. Finally, when will the Cardinals make their next big organizational announcement? Claibs hints that some interesting developments could be coming during the break before the World Series, setting the stage for an important offseason in St. Louis. From NFL coaching controversies to playoff baseball and the future of the Cardinals, Claibs and Joe have plenty to discuss on this edition of STL Sports Central! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ Wetherholt was named a member of the All-Rookie First Team in MLB, and Jordan Walker is up for the Hank Aaron Award following his breakout campaign. Hunter Mulholland with the latest from STL Sports Central.Brought to you by PLM Companies & Triad Bank! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Claiborne and Joe Roderick are back on STL Sports Central with a packed Friday edition of Claibs and Joe, breaking down the biggest stories across Major League Baseball, college football, the NFL, and St. Louis Blues hockey! With the MLB postseason heating up, the guys preview the Dodgers-Brewers NLCS matchup and discuss whether Milwaukee has what it takes to knock off Los Angeles. They also look ahead to the decisive Game 5 between the White Sox and Guardians, debate the impact of bullpen management in October, and examine the 20 former St. Louis Cardinals playing for postseason teams. Are there any players the Cardinals should regret letting go? Plus, Claibs hints that some significant Cardinals news could be coming once the current playoff series wrap up. On the college football side, the guys preview a huge weekend featuring Georgia vs. Alabama, Missouri's matchup with Texas A&M, and undefeated Indiana taking on Nebraska. Can Mizzou build on its impressive performance against Florida, or is this a potential trap game for Eli Drinkwitz's Tigers? The conversation also includes a tribute to legendary Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka, a look at the Blues' disappointing performance and upcoming matchup with Columbus, and a spirited discussion about youth sports coaching behavior and sideline etiquette. Powered by- Graybar Claibs is sponsored by- The Painting and Decorating Foundation Catch all the games this weekend at Mac's in Downtown Alton or Mac's on Main in Belleville Sponsored by- Collinsville Auto Body Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices