In Hour 2 of Sports on a Sunday Morning, Tom Ackerman talks with St. Louis City SC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel, who delivers a brutally honest assessment of the team’s 3-0 loss to FC Dallas—calling it “disgraceful” and “embarrassing.” He calls for accountability from veteran players and previews roster changes in the July transfer window.

Next, Zach Osterman of the Indianapolis Star joins to preview the Big Ten football season, offering insights on Illinois and Indiana football, College Football Playoff predictions, and the impact of ongoing conference realignment.

The hour wraps with Bernie Miklasz discussing the Cardinals’ poor run differential, the league-worst starting pitching ERA, and the front office transition from John Mozeliak to Michael Bloom. Bernie emphasizes the importance of player development and taking a long-term approach—citing the Milwaukee Brewers as a model for sustainable success.