With every win and every loss the optimism level in St. Louis with this team making a run for the playoffs changes one way or another. According to FanGraphs playoff odds the Cardinals still have a 22% chance on making the playoffs with a 6.2% chance to win the division and a 15.8% chance to win the Wild Card. Mark and Mike discuss this team's chances going forward.

Earlier this week, the news came down from Daniel Kaplan of the Sports Business Journal that Roger Goodell is on cusp of signing a 5-year extension to remain the NFL Commissioner. But how crucial of a time is Goodell entering in his tenure? Mark and Mike tackle that.

Anthony Becht joined Mike and Mark to talk about why the Seminoles has a chance vs. Bama, will the Tide take a step back and the team that he has his eye on, how Oklahoma will transition to Lincoln Riley as head coach, thoughts on Mizzou and Barry Odom, and how OJ Howard looks with the Bucs.

Bernie Miklasz recently wrote about the Cardinals inactivity this year, so Mike and Mark dive into that and question if John Mozeliak and the front office deserves blame for where they're at right now.

Michael Young and Mark Saxon once again fill in for Bernie Miklasz and talk about the disaster at Busch last night, Mike Matheny's option with the bullpen, the lack of offense, AND of course the big fight between the Tigers and Yankees.

Jason Cole joined Mark and Mike to talk about Jay Cutler, the situation in Jacksonville, why Kaepernick should sign there, the situation LA with the Chargers and Rams, and the NFC East race.

Two ninth-inning runs were the difference in a 4-3 loss to the Padres that prevented the Cardinals taking advantage of a Cubs loss to the Reds. Mike and Mark debate what can the Cardinals do at this point, and can we blame Mike Matheny in this situation?

Anytime a team dominates a league, a conference, or a division we begin to ask the question is _____ bad for that entity? So is Alabama bad for College Football and the SEC? Mike and Mark discuss

With Trevor Rosenthal headed for Tommy John surgery, is Tyler Lyons the clear cut option now for the Cardinals, this year? And could Alex Reyes be an ideal fit next year? Mark and Mike discuss.

Ask Bernie - which position is most intimidating in sports...chances Notre Dame finishes in the Top 10 in CFB

Steve Farhood joined Mark and Mike to talk about McGregor/Mayweather, how tough of a job McGregor has ahead of him, the odds in Mayweather's favor, what Mayweather would do after this match, how he'd rank among the best fighters, and McGregor's future after this.

Kolten Wong is putting up a heck of a rebound season and doesn't look to be feeling the pressure of his 5-year $25 million contract anymore. Mike and Mark discuss that and Dexter Fowler's impact on him.

DeShone Kizer looks to be the starter in Cleveland while DeShaun Watson and Mitch Trubisky wait. What's the difference and is it as simple as coaches not willing to take a chance? Mark and Mike tackle that question.

Colin Kaepernick started his National Anthem protest alone last season, but now others have joined including 11 players on the Browns. Mike and Mark discuss if Kaepernick is seeing his message realized.

Seth Everett joined the show to talk about the Cardinals chances in the Wild Card, why he like Arizona and Colorado to hold on, Bud Black's vision in Colorado, the Dodgers success, and can the Nats put up a fight.

Michael Young and Mark Saxon fill in for Bernie Miklasz and talk about last night's win, Luke Weaver, the bullpen, and Kolten Wong. They also talk about the heartbreak Rich Hill experienced.

Noah Coslov joined Mike and Mark to talk about the big trade that just went down in the NBA, who got the better end of the deal, how the deal will affect the Celtics, another Cavs / Warriors final, the Lakers and can they lure talent back to LA.

Luke Weaver has looked good in his most recent returns to the big league, but does this mean he has a permanent spot in the rotation? Mark Saxon and Mike Young kick that around

Isaac Bruce joined the boys in studio to talk Gridiron Gala, IsaacBruce.org, favorite athletes to watch, his time away from the game, and staying in touch with teammates.

BJ Flores joined Bernie Miklasz to talk about the McGregor/Mayweather fight, why McGregor doesn't stand a chance, what Mayweather does so well, and why the "puncher's chance" label is overblown.

Have you heard? The Cardinals have a soft and easy schedule down the stretch. But Bernie says SHUT UP! If you look at the numbers, it's not as good as you think.

John Clayton joined Bernie Miklasz to talk about the Seahawks loss along the O-Line, Mitch Trubisky hype, the Houston Texans situation, the Patriots as the favorite in the AFC and how the rest stack up, and can NFL do anything about the "protest"

- We discussed Mike Leakes struggles ad nauseam Monday and again some more yesterday as he has a 7.24 ERA over 9 starts and has lost 11 of his last 13 decision. So with all the numbers at their disposal, the decision to bring up Jack Flaherty should be an easy one for the Cardinals, right? Bernie is exacerbated by all of it.

After Mike Martz tried to walk his comments about Sean McVay back, Bernie says he's not buying it because he's had experience with both Mad Mike and Thomas George.

The Cardinals fell to 62-61 and 4 ½ games back in the NL Cental and 5 games back in the NL Wild Card after falling to the lowly San Diego Padres 12-4. And while Mike Matheny has plenty of flaws and deserves his share of criticism but at this point Bernie says Matheny's hands are tied and this is on the Cards front office.

Ask Bernie - Favorite memory from Springsteen 8/23/2008, Robert Lee and the ESPN situation, and why do Brussels Sprouts exist?

Bernie Miklasz kicks off the show talking about his upcoming trip to Canton, Ohio. before diving into the tire fire that is the Cardinals season, and a thought on the Celtics trade for Kyrie Irving.

The whole first half of the season the Cardinals touted their pitching while waiting on their offense. However, Bernie details how their worst fear is now being realized as the pitching goes into a tailspin.

With the Cardinals rotation slumping and the bullpen having few legitimate options at this point, Bernie is confused by the Front Office's approach to "fixing" the situation.

Bernie Miklasz cites a column written by Dave Matter talking about Mizzou football season ticket sales being down and why that could spell trouble for Barry Odom.

In a new book written by Thomas George, Mike Martz was asked about Jared Goff and Sean McVay with the LA Rams and he held no punches. Bernie relays his thoughts and comments on them.

Ask Bernie - Cards miss on Justin Turner? Which young NFL QB would Bernie want to start a team?

Joe Sheehan joined Bernie Miklasz to talk about the Yankees and Aaron Judge's slump, the LA Dodgers and no real weaknesses, and the Tampa Bay Rays recent struggles.

Adam Rittenberg joined Bernie Miklasz to talk about the AP Top 25, Alabama and the Tide going into this season, the biggest contender to Alabama, how the Big Ten is stacking up, and any weaknesses in Tide's armor.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a leagues best 88-35 record. So the Dodgers are set, right? No! Bernie Miklasz details how them and every other NL contender has improved their roster while the Cardinals have stood still, but says Mozeliak may need to change that to stay in contention.

Trey Wingo joined Bernie Miklasz to talk about the Roger Goodell extension, Mariota vs. Winston argument, the New Orleans Saints offseason, the tough decision Houston has with DeShaun Watson, and will Kaepernick be on an NFL roster this season.