Gashouse Gang

Tom Ackerman and Chris Rongey host The Gashouse Gang and explain why a close loss in sports can be worse than a blowout loss…i.e. Illinois State losing to Montana State in the FCS Championship, and the Blues losing to the Winnipeg Jets in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs last year. Today’s guests include Ole Miss Radio Network pre/postgame host Brett Norsworthy, and KMOX host and Miami alum Kevin Wheeler to discuss the Miami vs Ole Miss game in the College Football Playoff.

Tom Ackermnan, Chris Rongey, and Bernie Miklasz host The Gashouse Gang and talk playoff football, both college and NFL. Chris is dejected because his Illinois State Redbirds lost the FCS Championship to Montana State. Who are the guys' favorites in the CFP?

Chris Rongey and Tom Ackerman break down the College Football Playoffs, including Indiana’s, then are joined by Amy Marxkors to assess where the St Louis Blues stand in the Western Conference, Bob Ramsey on the Billikens’ big win and A-10 outlook, and wrap the hour with NFL playoff matchups and betting lines.

In the first Gashouse Gang of 2026! Matt Pauley and Mike Claiborne discuss early positional battles for the Cardinals going into next season, the unpredictability of the College Football playoffs, and a severe lack of talent on this Blues team in comparison to the Colorado Avalanche.

Bernie Miklasz and Nate Gatter close out the final Gashouse Gang of 2025 with Cardinals rebuild and payroll discussion, a check-in on the St. Louis Billikens non-conference performance, and a wide-ranging NFL playoff conversation with Ed Smith. The former NFL tight end and EZ Sports Talk Show host breaks down why this postseason feels more open than usual, why he leans toward the Bills and Rams as the most complete teams, and why Ravens vs Steelers is truly win or go home heading into Week 18.

Chris Rongey and Bernie Miklasz break down the St. Louis Cardinals offseason and the deliberate pace under Chaim Bloom, including the trade market for Nolan Arenado, potential fits for Brendan Donovan, and how much money the Cardinals might be willing to eat in a deal. Also, Aaron Schatz of FTN Fantasy joins to analyze a wide open NFL playoff picture, Bears expectations with Caleb Williams, Eagles concerns, new contenders in the AFC, and why the Chiefs still profile as dangerous if healthy.

The Gashouse Gang with Chris Rongey and Nate Gatter surveys the NFL’s wide-open playoff picture, seeding races, and whether playoff experience matters for young quarterbacks. The Battlehawks have named Ricky Proehl head coach, and he joins the show to discuss his time playing for the Rams and what he'll bring to his new role. Plus, Bob Ramsey breaks down the 12–1 Billikens and their NCAA tournament outlook.

Matt Pauley and Mike Claiborne host a holiday edition of The Gashouse Gang, starting with Christmas traditions, day after Christmas routines, and the challenges of watching sports in the streaming era. The conversation turns to the NFL pushing into Christmas Day, the lasting appeal of Inside the NBA, and why stars like Shaq and Barkley remain so recognizable compared to today’s athletes.

The focus then shifts to the Cardinals, including Chaim Bloom’s comments on 2026, roster needs, Jordan Walker’s development, and how spring training and new pitching technology really factor into building the next rotation.

Tom Ackerman, Chris Rongey, and Bernie Miklasz host The Gashouse Gang and share the news that the Kansas City Chiefs will be leaving Missouri for a new stadium in Kansas. The guys also discuss the Cardinals offseason and interview the team’s Senior Vice President of Business Anuk Karunaratne on the future of FanDuel’s regional sports networks and how he plans to revitalize the fan experience at Busch Stadium.

Tom Ackerman and Chris Rongey host The Gashouse Gang and share the news that Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras has been traded to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for right-hander Hunter Dobbins and pitching prospects Yhoiker Fajardo and Blake Aita. Also in today's show....Amy Marxkors discuss the Blues' big win over the Panthers, Bob Ramsey discusses the Billikens' win over New Hampshire, and WEEI's Rob Bradford dives in to the Contreras trade.