Meet Me At Musial: A St. Louis Cardinals Podcast

While Cardinals players seem to be dropping like flies as the IL piles up, apparently Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) are having some similar issues. Around the recording drops, they talk about the struggles the team had this week and how good it was they were able to rebound to .500. What is the plan with Matthew Liberatore? Can Nolan Gorman save his job? How much do they miss Masyn Winn? All that and more, as we ask you forgive the glitches! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cardinals have had a remarkable run of keeping their starting pitchers healthy. Then on Friday, one goes on the IL and one leaves the game with an injury. Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) talk about the injuries to Andre Pallante and Hunter Dobbins and speculate about their replacements. Also, Everson Pereira left Friday's game after being hit by a pitch, perhaps breaking his hand. Who would come up in his place? There's also discussion about the wild card race and Oli Marmol's chances of being Manager of the Year. Come spend some time with the guys! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The calendar, forcing the guys to wait until Saturday to record, helped out Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) with fresh news to discuss. Joshua Baez, AAA home run leader and buzzed about prospect, is coming up to do battle with the Cubs Saturday. What must it be like to make your debut in the rivalry? The guys talk about what to expect from Baez and how much patience the fan base will have with him. They also discuss Matthew Liberatore's good start on Friday and the future of the rotation, plus who they trust in the bullpen. Lots of good chatter so come give it a listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2023, the Czech Republic became the feel-good story of the World Baseball Classic. Daniel sits down with Michael Clair, whose book "We Sacrifice Everything to Baseball" tells the story of these remarkable players and their inspiring stories. The guys talk about Mike's background with MLB media as well as how baseball has spread across the globe. If you enjoy this talk, you will love the book! https://www.nebraskapress.unl.edu/nebraska/9781496242662/we-sacrifice-everything-to-baseball/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It took until almost the very end, but the Cardinals made a couple of trades that sent old friends out and brought new prospects in. Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) talk about the impact losing Dustin May, JoJo Romero, and Lars Nootbaar would have (perhaps not as much as you'd think) as well as the exciting new world that the Cards are in with regards to the farm team. They also discuss the series win against the Yankees and touch on the upcoming schedule. It will be an interesting last couple of months, no May about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the announcement of Quinn Mathews as starter for Saturday's game against the Blue Jays, the trade deadline moves appear imminent. Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) go through the possibilities that might or might not come to fruition over the next couple of days. Did Dustin May even go to Toronto? Would the Cardinals really deal Jimmy Crooks? What should they do with Riley O'Brien? And what will the next couple of months look like for the club? It's a trade deadline special! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last year out of the All-Star Break the Cardinals went to Arizona, got swept, then lost a series to the struggling Rockies. Swap in (two of three" for swept and "Angels" for Rockies and you've got this week. Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) talk about the struggles of this team, how the trade deadline will impact them, and a few tangents like what John Mozeliak can do out in Anaheim and the unfairness of roster manipulation. It was a rough week that hopefully will get better after you join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For a team that hasn't played much in the last week, there's a lot of buzz around the St. Louis Cardinals. An epic Home Run Derby will do that! Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) catch up on a few things that Allen missed while in Hawaii before raving over Jordan Walker's feat in Philadelphia. The guys also talk about the upcoming deadline and the various ramifications of that, plus a little about scheduling. Come start the rest of the season with us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thank goodness it's Friday. A rough week got some light at the end of it when the Cardinals and rookie second baseman JJ Wetherholt agreed to a 8-year extension. With Allen (@amedlock1) in Hawaii, Daniel (@C70) gets the pleasure of talking it over with legendary media figure Bernie Miklasz (@b_miklasz). They discuss most of the aspects of the Wetherholt deal, from what it means to the organization to what it might signal to those outside St. Louis. They can't avoid the disaster that was the Milwaukee series, though. How close are the Cardinals to being that team again? Plus minor league talk, draft discussion, trade deadline chatter, and a few history deep pulls. Come listen in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the 2026 version of the All-Star Game draws closer, Daniel (@C70) talks about the first All-Star Game with author Randall Sullivan, who has written the book The First All-Star Game: Babe Ruth, FDR, and America at the Crossroads. The two talk about why a baseball book from a guy who has written a variety of different types of tomes but nothing sports, plus a lot about the history of the game and where it was versus where it is now. A fun chat, plus if you want a copy of this book, there's one being given away! Get your name to Daniel by the first pitch of the ASG next week, via email (cardinal70 AT gmail), Twitter, or Bluesky, and he'll draw a winner and get you a copy of this great book! Don't want to wait? Find it here: https://groveatlantic.com/book/the-first-all-star-game/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cards started one of the toughest sections of their schedule with a bang, winning two of three from Atlanta with the rubber game one of the craziest in a while. Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) talk about the boost in offense and what that could be caused by before focusing on the last couple of starts by Dustin May. Does that hurt the trade value? There's also talk about Masyn Winn, the upcoming series at Wrigley, and the return to baseball of John Mozeliak. Start your holiday weekend off right! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The representative for the 25th district of New York doesn't seem like an obvious guest, but Rep. Joe Morelle has a deep love and connection to the St. Louis Cardinals. Rep. Morelle and Daniel talk about how he came to the Cardinals, what it has been like following the team from afar for so long, and his thoughts about the current team. What rule changes does he like? Which players have caught his eye? And will he be joining the Tarps Off crew the next time he goes to a game in St. Louis? All that and some trips down memory lane in this edition of Conversations! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a rough week for the Cardinals, losing the last two series and seeing (for the most part) their starting pitching getting cuffed about the head and shoulders. Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) discuss the issues surrounding Matthew Liberatore. Should he go to Memphis? Would it matter? Jordan Walker's had a bit of a slump but is there any concern it is more than that? The guys also get into the changes in the executive suites, as Bill DeWitt Jr. gives way to BD3. Is there any reason to think things are going to be different? All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cardinals went to Kansas City and fell on their faces Thursday night. Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) talk about the outing of Matthew Liberatore as well as the rest of the pitching staff. How much runway are the Cardinals going to give Libby and should they? The trade deadline comes up and a look at the schedule indicates these conversations may be different at the All-Star Break. Plus talk about Dustin May's gem and the latest CBA proposal! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a rough night in Minnesota, but that just means Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) have plenty to talk about. Besides the decisions made in the game, there were front office decisions made as well. Nolan Gorman is no longer a major leaguer while Blaze Jordan is. Is this a surprising move? What does the future hold for Gorman? How will Jordan do? The guys also talk about the demotion of Victor Scott II this week and the differences between this year's team and last. Give it a listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a great year of guests, Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) get back into the regular flow of things. Last Saturday was Blogger and Podcasters Day, which they both attended, and they give their thoughts about the event. What was the vibe with Chaim Bloom in the room? Did Allen get the answer he was expecting from his question? The guys then shift into talking about Lars Nootbaar's return from the roster. What will he bring? What are the Cardinals going to do about the upcoming roster crunch? There's also pitching talk and more praise of Jordan Walker, so give it a listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a long stretch on the high school fields, Allen (@amedlock1) makes his season debut, helping Daniel (@C70) welcome in old friend Alex Crisafulli (@alexcards79.bsky.social). The guys catch up on the Nathan Hale season and how high school baseball looks these days, then they dive into what the Cardinals are doing. Is there any reason to be disappointed about the recent losing streak? What does the trade deadline look like? There's some "remember that guy" energy when they talk about pitching performances that rival the recent one by Dustin May. It wraps up with a short Star Wars decision inspired by (but not a spoiler of) the new Mandalorian and Grogu movie. Come join the gang! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A middling week for the St. Louis Cardinals but if that's the worst they have, it's not bad. Daniel (@C70) talks it over with the host of the daily Locked On Cardinals podcast JD Hafron (@LO_Cardinals). After discussing how hard a daily show must be, the guys dive into a lot of things relating to the club. Bryan Torres gets the call as Nathan Church goes on the IL. How will the club use him? Lars Nootbaar is on his rehab assignment. Where does he hit when he returns? Is there concern about the offense or the pitching? And what prospect does JD want most to succeed? That and, of course, Tarps Off talk on this edition of Musial! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Allen (@amedlock1) needing another week before getting back in the groove, Daniel (@C70) gets a chance to talk to Eugene Tucker (@I_Am_Not_Eugene) of the Substack Portion Under Busch. The guys talk some about former Cardinals that may not have had the best experience in Baseball Heaven. That transitions into a talk about the surprising Cardinals, who had a successful road trip this week to the West Coast. What happens when the trade deadline comes? What constitutes a successful season or is that all ready assured? A wide ranging talk about a wide ranging team! Eugene's Substack: portionunderbusch.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Allen (@amedlock1) on the verge of returning, Daniel (@C70) brings in one of the newer voices on the Cardinals prospect scene, Tyler Gettinger (@RedbirdFarmhands). The guys get into what make Tyler interested in the farm and spend some time on the surprising success of the major league before turning their attention to the players that might someday wear the birds on the bat in St. Louis. What's the thinking on Quinn Matthews? How is Liam Doyle looking? Beyond the big names, who are some other prospects to keep an eye on? A lot of good conversation so come join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices