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We discuss the top 5 prospects in the Cardinals system according to Brian Walton's website, thecardinalnation.com and also the biggest stories of the year. Can Delvin Perez put together enough of a defensive campaign to move up? Brian compared him to Pete Kozma. We talk about Brendan Donovan's trajectory and other middle infielders in the crowded race to the bigs. Some of the top stories we discuss include the record Gold Gloves, Ted Simmons and more. Listen here:

Mizzou's week likely left Reed-Francois with some tough questions to address. A lackluster performance in the Braggin' Rights game and a poor showing in the stands. Ben Frederickson explains how Cuonzo Martin's buyout is structured and how it could play out. He also says the school needs to do some "soul-searching" as far as it's basketball identity in the SEC. A look at the quarterback situation for the Tigers too. Now we see Bazelak in the transfer portal. Should Brady Cook have gotten more time this season? Ben talks about Bruce Pearl's recent probation status at Auburn and details his coverage of his "cheating". We get into the NHL's pause and news that they won't participate in the Olympics. Ben thinks the Blues will get the short-end of the stick on this. Will they get punished twice? A wrap up for Christmas from Ben's "gifts' article. Listen here:

A look at the minor leaguers playing winter ball. Surprisingly, the Cardinals look to have a stock of catchers doing well in the farm system. Brian Walton gives us a guesstimate of how many first basemen and catchers have been displaced by the longevity of Molina and even Pujols. Brian also talks about those players possibly underrated in the Cardinals system too. Listen here:

“The Kilcoyne Conversation” with Charlie Marlow my Fox 2 colleague as he gets ready to leave TV. His favorite moments, some Spags talk, Jeff Fisher talk, as well.

St Louis Native Bennett Durando of the USA Today Network and the Montgomery Advertiser joins Billiken Babble to get SLU nation prepared for their next top 25 matchups against the Auburn Tigers (War Eagle?). We talk about Jabari Smith and his NBA future, the Tigers Winning ways, their recent NCAA punishment, and what it means for Bennett to be covering the game with his Father, St Louis Post-Dispatch Beat Writer Stu Durando!

If you can support the recovery effort in Kentucky due to the recent Tornados, please look to Travis Ford's recommended donation options. They can be found here:

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— Travis Ford (@CoachTFord5) December 15, 2021

“The Kilcoyne Conversation” with former St. Louis Blues enforcer Kelly Chase with stories about Brett Hull, Mike Shannon, and the new medical marijuana venture “Hippo’s”.

We talk about the top sports stories of 2021. Ben Frederickson of the Post Dispatch talks about his "tops" in St. Louis this year. What was the top sports story? How about the top athlete? Ben says SLU soccer if the "team of the year" in the region. He thinks their talent is sustainable so they could be even better next year. Ben talks also about the stories he'd like to take back- his pre-season Mizzou basketball takes for one. Also, his first opinions on the NFL lawsuit were something to be proud of. More on Eli Drinkwitz and the big stories of 2022 too. Listen here:

“The Kilcoyne Conversation” with Ozzie Smith. The trade to the Cardinals, replacing Gary Templeton, his greatest catch, and upcoming event with 1982 infield.

A look at the top 10 prospects in the Cardinals system as decided by Baseball America. Brian Walton talks about when these players could make their way to the majors. We get his summary of Alec Burleson, Josh Baez and more names not as well known in the minors. We dive into the number one pick in Jordan Walker at age 19. Nolan Gorman, Matthew Liberatore and more. Where does this group fall in terms of other twams and years? How talented are they compared to the past prospects? Listen here:

“The Kilcoyne Conversation” with Scott Highmark. The Saint Louis men's basketball great on playing for Charlie Spoonhour, recruited by Norm Stewart at Mizzou, playing in NCAA tournament with SLU.