Scoops Sports Network

Dan and Brian Walton from thecardinalnation.com discuss the international signing period, how it works, how much each team can spend and what the Cardinals have done with their allotment. Also some news on Luke Voit and Tyler O'Neil.

     Jason Motte recently retired from baseball and he’s joined the staff of the University of Memphis baseball team.  In his new role, he’ll serve as the director of player development.  He began his professional career as a catcher and then was converted to a hard throwing pitcher.  He closed out the 2011 World Series for the Cardinals and in 2012, he led the National League in saves with 42.  He pitched for the Cardinals, Cubs, Rockies, and Braves.

     In this podcast, Jason reveals what the moment was like in closing out the clinching game of a World Series.  Also, his passion is raising funds and awareness to beat cancer.  In this interview, he’s very emotional in talking about the people he’s helped and lost in the fight against cancer.  You’ll find out why he named one of his kids after a Cardinals Hall Of Famer.  It’s all covered here.  Enjoy!

Mozeliak and Dan discuss the trade market, Jose Martinez, Luke Weaver and Dexter Fowler.

Brian Walton and Dan discuss the AAA All Stars, Stubby Clapp and John Gant.

     Paul Dejong is an emerging star in Major League Baseball for the St. Louis Cardinals. A year ago, he was a finalist for the NL Rookie of the year after he hit 25 homeruns. With big numbers after his rookie season, Paul signed a long term contract extension with the Cardinals.

     In this podcast, Paul talks about his new contact. Also, he has a bio chemistry degree from Illinios State, and has continued to do some work with the degree involving baseball. What was it like getting his first homerun in his first at bat? It’s all covered in this podcast. Enjoy!