Bernie chats with Hall of Fame baseball writer Rick Hummel. Rick takes a look at some of the next candidates for the Hall of Fame and checks in on the case for Cardinals legend Ken Boyer, Yadier Molina, and others. Bernie and Rick also chat about the area college basketball teams and more.

Bernie opens up the show ranting about another lackluster effort by the Blues. Bernie refuses to let any current player off the hook including Jordan Kyrou and Jordan Binnington. Bernie also is ready for the reality that many familiar faces may be dealt at the trade deadline and calls out Doug Armstrong for some of his offseason moves.

Bernie examines some of the left-handed relief options available for the Cardinals as they reportedly are seeking to upgrade the bullpen prior to the start of Spring Training.

Bernie chats with MLB.com Cardinals beat reporter John Denton. John talks about how the Cardinals need a legitimate left-handed reliever in 2023, and if Genesis Cabrera will return to form. John also weighs in on the Cardinals' pending hire of Chip Caray as both John and Bernie share thoughts on their personal experiences with Chip.

Bernie takes a deep dive into the upcoming AFC championship game between the Bengals and Chiefs. Bernie says the game will come down to the battle of defensive coordinators. Bernie points out how Bengals DC Lou Anarumo did a masterful job of constantly adjusting to Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in last year's game and this year's regular season matchup. He also says his Chiefs counterpart Steve Spagnuolo will need to showcase his elite defensive coaching ability.

NFL.com writer and podcaster Eric Edholm joins Bernie to preview the NFC and AFC championship games. Eric examines the rematch between Joe Burrow and Patrick Mahomes and points out how Burrow's strong second half last year was the difference in sending the Bengals to the Super Bowl. Eric also looks at how defense will impact the AFC championship game between the Eagles and 49ers.

Bernie takes a look at how Doug Armstrong's recent moves have backfired on him this season, and if Ryan O'Reilly will be dealt. Bernie points out how if O'Reilly doesn't agree to a contract extension before the trade deadline, he's likely going to be dealt given Armstrong's history of not re-signing his own free agents. Bernie also talks about how the signing of Torey Krug hasn't worked out and how Jay Bouwmeester's sudden retirement forced him to overpay for Marco Scandella.

Bernie previews the Blues' matchup against the Arizona Coyotes. Bernie takes a look at the team's lineup changes and expresses mild optimism that the team will be able to come together on the road where it has a better record this season than on home ice.

ESPN senior NHL writer Greg Wyshynski joins Bernie to talk about the upcoming NHL Trade Deadline and what the Blues may do. Greg points out how Ryan O'Reilly will have a robust market given his experience as a Conn Smythe Trophy winner. Greg mentions how hard it is for a team to remain at an elite level after winning a Stanley Cup as he points out how Tampa Bay hasn't been the same since being forced to dismantle its checking line.

Bernie talks about how he's optimistic about Mizzou basketball after the team's win Tuesday at Ole Miss. Bernie highlights the impact Isiaih Mosley and Mohammed Diarra are making with their insertation into the rotation. He also points out how promising it was to see D'Moi Hodge regain his scoring touch. He then takes a trip down memory lane as he recaps the 2001 4 OT win over Iowa State in Columbia as the Cyclones return to town on Saturday.