The St. Louis Sportists

The St. Louis Sportists

por Ron Cook, Keith Farroll, Doug Lansdown, Tom Mathis and Joe Spurlin

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I Feel Good

Joe, Doug, Keith and Ron take on the topics of the day while name dropping throughout the episode. Damn the torpedo bats, as The Sportists salute Missouri coaching legend Jim Pendergrass after his most recent state basketball championship. The Blues refuse to lose and add an elite college player, the Cardinals show that they can win even if fans don’t show, The Tush Push survives in the NFL … for now. March Madness gives us a chalky Final Four, there is no “O” in CITY SC, and the college football Transfer Portal strikes again. Ever wanted to sit in the green seats at Busch Stadium? You may never have a better opportunity than now. All this plus Kellie Harper trends up and Rafael Devers trends decidedly down - but feels good - on this edition of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast.

The Over/Under Cardinal Season Preview

The Sportists predict the season outcomes for the St. Louis Cardinals in over/under style. You can predict along with The Sportists (a list of the questions can be found at STLSportists.com) and hear a very free-flowing discussion of the prospects for the 2025 team. How will injuries, the six-man rotation, and the upcoming front office regime change impact the product on the field and the attendance in the stands? Hear fearless forecasts and references to Dominican basketball, the Cliffhanger game on The Price is Right, and accidents getting off a bus. The Blues are the hottest team in the NHL- can they ride the wave to the playoffs? March Madness is not that mad at all. In fact, it borders on March Mildness. And St. Louis City SC has a night to forget in Philadelphia. All this and kitchen mittens on the St. Louis Sportist Podcast. The St. Louis Sportist Podcast is brought to you by The Local House Bistro and 1st Coast Steel Buildings.

True Madness

Ron (after two martinis) and Keith (stone-cold sober) report live from the Draft Kings Sportsbook at the Casino Queen on day one of March Madness. There, they get by with a little help from their friends - Dr. Kim Simonds, a die-hard Kansas Jayhawk fan, and Brian Bunte, an Illinois graduate and Ilini hoops expert. They break down the prospects for their schools and Ron and Keith discuss the traditional 5 vs. 12 upset that seems to happen every year. The Blues are putting on a furious charge for the playoffs, and the city is captivated. Speaking of city, St. Louis CITY SC is undefeated through four matches with four clean sheets. Is the sky the limit? The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by The Local House Bistro and First Coast Steel Buildings.

Conversations - Khaled Abdallah - The A's Adrift

St. Louis and Oakland share a common (and unfortunate bond) - losing beloved sports franchises. In the first episode of the Sportist Conversations, Khaled Abdallah, host of the 40/40 Vision podcast, joins Ron Cook to discuss the recent developments surrounding the Athletics, including their move to Sacramento and the implications for fans and the city of Oakland. He shares insights on the new ballpark experience, the sentiment of long-time fans, and the impact of ownership decisions on the team's identity. The conversation also touches on the Coliseum's future and the Oakland Roots' emergence as a new community-focused sports team. Check out Khaled's 40/40 Vision podcast here. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Khaled Abdallah and the A's 03:06 The A's Move to Sacramento and Ballpark Dynamics 05:52 Fan Sentiment and Identity Crisis in Oakland 12:49 Ownership and Future Prospects for the A's 15:40 The Impact of Player Departures on Fan Attachment 18:40 Comparing Fan Reactions to Team Success 21:31 The Future of the A's in Sacramento 24:30 Plans for the Oakland Coliseum and New Tenants 27:28 Conclusion and Reflections on Oakland Sports

Do Not Iron Shirt While Wearing

Joe, Doug, Keith, and Ron discuss upcoming March Madness, NFL free agency, and St. Louis City SC's breakthrough win in LA. They delve into the world of Tommy John surgery and the link to "general fatigue." Spring training for the Cardinals is winding down and the reset has not produced substantial changes. College basketball as teams prepare for March Madness and the gang considers the fluctuating fortunes of Illinois and Mizzou. They delve into the current situation of the A's with the help of guest Khaled Abdallah, host of the 40/40 Vision Podcast. What is to be made of the potential future of Yadier Molina and Albert Pujols as managers? Injuries proliferate in Spring Training, Keith makes a significant adjustment to his prediction for the chances for the Blues in the playoffs, and if you're having a bad day, a record-breaking NCAA baseball game might remind you, that things could always be worse. The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by The Local House Bistro and First Coast Steel Buildings.

Make Him Go Left!

Hosts Ron Cook, Doug Lansdown, Tom Mathis, and Keith Farroll discuss the St. Louis Blues' playoff vs. trade deadline predicament - go for another magical run or be practical for the future? Keith considers the tribulations of a one-legged soccer player and disturbing fan behavior in San Diego. Doug tips off a spirited Mizzou hoops conversation, and the gang realizes that the current team is the most fun to watch in an exceptionally long time. Ron tosses out a vexing trivia question that frazzles a fellow Sportist while Tom relishes the thought of the Kansas Jayhawks coming up short in March. The LIV/PGA divide arises again with a prominent champion hinting at a return -- but how and at what cost? And to whom? St. Louis Cardinals' spring training features dazzling performances by younger players and a troubling injury. What's next for MLB media rights, and what are the implications of streaming services on sports viewership? All this and how to guard someone who exclusively dribbles with their right hand and favorite Injured List designations on this week's edition of The St. Louis Sportists podcast. The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by The Local House Bistro and First Coast Steel Buildings.

Ladies and Gentlemen, This is Mambo #5

Joe and Ron discuss the current landscape of sports betting in Missouri and the inexplicably stupid decision by Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins to push back the start, which reduces state revenue, ignores the will of voters, and possibly helps send the Chiefs and Royals to Kansas. College basketball moves toward March Madness with several teams capable of reaching the Final Four. The Travis Kelce farewell tour gets a greenlight along with robot umpires for balls and strikes in spring training. And although he's "on assignment," Keith's analogy of a date leaving before dinner returns as colleges cancel spring games. Finally, Joe and Ron discuss an opportunity Ron received to support LSU on a "Louisiana Saturday Night" that leads to the podcast's first-ever Lou Bega reference. The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by The Local House Bistro and First Coast Steel Buildings.

Four Nations and Five Days in Utah

All five Sportists discuss Mizzou rising and Kansas encountering dysfunction junction in Utah. The Four Nations Faceoff is fabulous and putting all other All-Star Games to shame with fighting, nationalism, singing bartenders and epic displays of skill. The Cardinal full squad has reported to Jupiter with surprise special guest star: Nolan Arenado. And all we are saying is give Matthew Liberatore a chance. Underdog betting is here and Joe discusses the arrival of "real" sports betting in Missouri and why parlays build casinos. Keith's idea to return to the granny shot for free throws finds a follower and Doug chronicles the fade of Tiger Woods. Tom asks if Captain Schenn is traded, where is the leadership for the Blues? All this and more in episode 15 of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast. The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and The Local House Bistro.

My Gosh! They're All .500!

All FIVE Sportists unite on the same episode for the first time! Together, they look back at a Super Bowl that surprised nearly everyone - especially Joe and Keith, considering their handicapping advice on last week's episode. Is this the end of the road for Travis Kelce and will he manage to persevere financially? The Cardinals are in Jupiter and the question of the winter remains - will Nolan Arenado join them? Four Nation hockey faces off and the Blues face some hard questions as the trade deadline approaches. College basketball marches toward March and one anchor discovers surprising parity in the SEC, and, well, everywhere else. All this plus John Rocker, Pat Mahomes (not Patrick), LIV vs. PGA and a surprising triple-double on this edition of the St. Louis Sportists. The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and The Local House Bistro.

A Super Bowl Preview Like No Other

This one has it all. April, Joe, Keith and Ron examine the big game from prop bets to passing games and marriage proposals to Todd Blackledge sightings. You will hear detailed predictions including final scores right down to details of the last drives of the game. Joe and Keith, noted gambling "hobbyists," provide insight on prop bets ranging from the length of the National Anthem to the color of Gatorade as well as more serious wagers like rushing and receiving totals. Life-long Chief fan April takes on the alleged "Chief bias" shown by the NFL and officials and Keith considers how mid-majors are getting squeezed out of the college basketball scene. The Cardinal semis are headed to Florida and Jim Edmonds offers some blunt analysis. MIzzou continues to roll and the Pro Bowl decline reaches a new low. All of this and much more packed into one fast-moving episode. The St. Louis Sportists podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and The Local House Bistro.

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