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This is a deep dive with Brian Walton on the rule changes you can expect to see in MLB games this year that were used last year in the minors.  Pitch clock, Shifts, Limited Pickoffs, the potential of an Automated Strike Zone, etc.   A whole new game is coming.

On this week's show, we begin with a heartfelt tribute to Jay Randolph Jr. Our dear friend was a lover and grower of our game and will be sorely missed everyday. We also have a great interview with the ultimate gentleman, Mr Stan Grossman. Stan is a delightful man, with a rich history in the game of golf.

Mike Shannon's interviewing oddities, Lane Kiffin's contract (not with Auburn), going out on a limb with "breaking news" and the Ray Lankford trade, Michigan dominating Ohio football and can Mizzou have a legitimate football team? Would Bobby Petrino be a better fit than Drinkwitz? Favorite booth guests during Cardinals games and native St. Louis comedians. Ascension is taking their golf tournament to the next level - could it include a huge concert in the future?

Albert Pujols wins the comeback player of the year. We look at all the ways he made that happen and the incredible return on investment for the Cardinals. Ben Frederickson also details the Stan Musial awards acceptance speech from Pujols where, with tears in his eyes, he talked about living Stan’s ways. We also get into long-term contracts and how teams could may be more comfortable with them now than 10 years ago. A look at the Mizzou football matchup this Saturday and bowl eligibility for the Tigers.

My guest is an amazing young man named, Jimmy Williams. He's a recent heart transplant recipient, best-selling author and motivational speaker. This is a 13 year old you need to meet. Oh by the way, he’s a nationally ranked junior golfer as well!

Alex Reyes is a free agent and we talk about that surprise this morning with Brian Walton. He watched Alex rise through the Cardinals system and has insight into why the team may have chosen to non-tender him. We also talk about the speedy Mike Antico and his projection as a center fielder. How far away from the majors is he? Ryan Loutos, a physically fit Wash U product, has turned heads pitching through the farm system as well. We get into all that plus details on more St. Louis Cardinals prospects too. Listen here:

A great listen here to start off the Thanksgiving holiday. We throw it back to the beta-tape era in broadcasting and get into how recording has changed with smartphones. Thoughts on how everyone is a "reporter" and students learning about media. How big is Aaron Judge and why is he in San Francisco? We also talk about the lopsided coaches salaries in Missouri. Why does Drinkwitz make so much compared to Marmol and Berube? Was the extension for Eli the right move and how do schools go about these deals? We discuss the broadcasting teams for NFL football and some other great stories of media members. Plus we harass Andy Strickland a little more.

In this week's holiday edition of the Inside the Lines High School Sports podcast, Jim Powers chats with MSHSAA Assistant Executive Director in charge of Football Lou Mazzacco talks about the state football playoffs and how the system works with districting.

Brad Thompson checks in about the St. Louis Cardinals this year and potential off-season plans. His thoughts on Goldschmidt's accolades as well as Donovan's first Gold Glove. Brad talks about Wainwright's return and what it could mean for the team's approach to pitching needs for next year. We also get into other needs like a catcher, power-bat and more. Plus Jim Powers with High Schools Sports Caravans stops by to wrap-up the fall prep sports season. He details some of the area's top football talent along with swimming and cross-country.

“The Kilcoyne Conversation” with Mike Martz. Moving back to St. Louis, connection to the city, his time with Rams, and Marc Bulger/ Kurt Warner.