Bernie takes a look at where he'd like the Cardinals to spend some more money this offseason after signing Willson Contreras. He's also puzzeld by how the Cubs and Red Sox have been acting like smaller market teams by not making big splashes in free agency.

Bernie chats with Fangraphs writer Ben Clemens about the MLB offseason and why teams are dishing out big money contracts with lengthy terms. Ben takes a look at why teams are spending so much, what economic conditions are allowing it, and how some of these contracts could hamper teams in the long term.

Bernie talks about how interesting it is that many notorious big spenders are standing pat this MLB offseason while other teams are breaking the bank. He then discusses the importance the Blues' five-game road trip has on the team's fate this season.

Bernie visits with St. Louis Post-Dispatch lead Cardinals beat writer Derrick Goold. Derrick throws cold water on the Cardinals' chances of signing Carlos Rodon as he points out how all the evidence shows the Cardinals are nothing more than a mystery team being used to drive up the price. Derrick also weighs in on the other happenings around the Cardinals and MLB.

Bernie talks about how the Cardinals can upgrade and where it would be prudent to do so. Bernie analyzes Katie Woo's piece in The Athletic on the Cardinals' current depth and where they could upgrade including what pitchers the team has a realistic chance of pursuing.

Bernie reflect on the significance of Alex Ovechkin reaching 800 career goals Tuesday night. Bernie then answers listeners' texts on the Cardinals as fans react to the Cards' lack of activity other than signing Willson Contreras.

Bernie analyzes Carlos Correa's deal and weighs it against other deals signed this offseason. Bernie points out how lucky the Cardinals are that Nolan Arenado didn't opt out of his contract given the payday he could have gotten if he had elected to try free agency. Bernie also points out how many contracts have exceeded pundits' expectations.

Bernie chats with NFL.com lead draft writer Eric Edholm. Eric first offers up his thoughts on Mizzou's 6-6 season. He then dives into storylines across the NFL including how Jalen Hurts' emergence has elevated the Philadelphia Eagles. Eric highlights the Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers and Washington Commanders as Philadelphia's biggest threats in the NFC. Eric also handicaps the tight AFC North race between Cincinnati and Baltimore.

Bernie recaps France's semifinal win over Morocco and previews Sunday's final vs. Argentina. He also talks about how economics are not a valid excuse for teams not to spend money in MLB as franchises like the Cardinals are worth more than ever.

The radio Voice of the St. Louis Blues, Chris Kerber, joins Bernie after the team earned 3 of 4 points in back-to-back games Monday and Tuesday. Chris urges people to be patient with some of the young players as he points out how Nathan MacKinnon didn't hit his stride until his fifth full season. He also emphasizes how the team's issues are not a result of poor coaching.