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We talk to Mo about the resurgence of Dexter Fowler and the good-looking homestand for the Cardinals. He says the takeaway from the first month is our depth. The batters are seeing a lot of pitchers. What does that do for us? What are his comments on Flaherty's start yesterday? Who stands out in the minors to Mo? We talk Yadi's durability and more here.

A huge Blues win last night to talk about with Ben Fred. An incredible atmosphere at Enterprise Center and Tarasenko was on fire. Ben Fred tells us that he thinks the game last night could set the tone for this "war" of a series against Dallas. Getting Tarasenko rolling could be the key to beating the Stars in, what Ben Fred thinks, will be a seven game series. Scoring on Bishop has been tough in the postseason so drawing first blood for the Blues was a big deal.

Dan said the Blues just play different in front of Binnington so him becoming the starter was the turning point in the season. Ben Fred tells us that Binnington could become a nationally recognized name if the Blues can win this series. He says that the confidence level behind our goalie is undeniable.

We talk about how much it matters that the Cardinals win at home. Mike Shildt made it a point to emphasize and the ball club has been great in front if their fans lately. This team is starting to recognize the advantage they have at Busch. We talk Andrew Miller's back and forth reliability.

Looks like Carlos Martinez will head to the bullpen. Does Ben Fred think that's the right move? What do we know about his health?

Listen here for all that and more.

Tony talks about Fernando Tatis'  two grand slams in one inning a mere 20 years ago. He said, for him, it was the most surprising thing that happened in his managerial career. How does he remember that night? What still sticks in his mind?

Also, he often compares Goldschmidt to Albert Pujols. What is it about the two that resemble each other? He got to know Goldschmidt in Arizona. In Tony's words, he's a tremendous human being just like Albert.

We talk bat flips. What's Tony's opinion on the drama that can surround the showy nature in baseball right now? He says there's a fine line in emotional display and showmanship. When it is ok to retaliate?

Tony talks Ken Hitchcock stories and Blues success. Did he know Yadi was such a big Blues fan? Listen here for all that and mailbag questions answered too.

 

We talk impressive minor leaguers with Brian Walton this morning. Who has he been most impressed with so far this season in the minors? How is Nolan Gorman performing and will he move up soon? Lane Thomas is doing quite well in first first few days with the Cardinals. We discuss Ponce de Leon's call up and start last night. Austin Gomber might be on the move out of Memphis too. He was the PCL Pitcher of the Week last week. Tommy Edman talk and more here.

Who is in this year and why? Hear from Brian Finch, the Director of the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum, all about it here.

Mort Cooper 1942Photo by Associated Press

Mort Cooper- June 4, 1943Photo from Society of American Baseball Research

Scott Rolen celebrates in dugout

Rolen playing infield- June 2, 2006Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images

Jason IsringhausenIn dugout after a save

Isringhausen pitches against the Washington Nationals

Jim and Carolyn give us the details on how they learned about the MLS expansion news. How did they hear about it themselves? Were they expecting it? They think the Board of Governors recognized that both St. Louis and Sacramento had great value propositions so it was smart business to decide on 30 teams.

Commissioner Garber was in St. Louis recently. What was it about the visit that pushed them over the top to mobilize on a St. Louis team?

Stadium Rendering are out too. What are the key factors in the design? Where did they pull inspiration from?

What can fans do now? How can the public help? What will the team name be? Listen here for the latest from the owners on St. Louis getting its first MLS team.

Goldschmidt, Ozuna and a few unlikely players gave Cardinals a leg up against the Mets over the weekend. Although Friday made for a missed sweep, they faired well against the Mets pitching. We talk to Derrick about the weekend and the week to come.

Derrick and Dan talk about the upcoming home stand and Marcell Ozuna's current hot streak.

The Blues win last night, MLS4thelou news yesterday and Cardinals upcoming series with the Mets. A lot to talk about today with Ben Frederickson of the Post Dispatch. Craig Berube made great moves last night. Binnington and O'Reilly were huge. Schwartz's goal was stellar. Ben Fred says the audience was flat stunned.

Ben Fred thinks MLS is coming to St. Louis for sure. We're now not competing against Sacramento which frees up the ownership group to talk with certainty. Stadium renderings will be out soon.

We talk about how downtown will be a more vibrant place once MLS gets here. Saturday in downtown St. Louis will be packed with both the Cardinals and Blues games. Ozuna looks comfortable- talk about him finding his niche in recent weeks. Fowler is doing well lately too. We talk injuries and more here.