Bernie reacts to the breaking, blockbuster eight player trade that sends A's catcher Sean Murphy to Atlanta and Braves catcher William Contreras to Milwaukee Brewers. Bernie also offers up his thoughts on Saturday's Army/Navy game and the Blues' continued struggles.

Bernie makes his Week 14 NFL picks as he looks at Joe Burrow's chances to beat Cleveland for the first time in his career and more. He then reacts to John Mozeliak's comments about the Cardinals outfield after Willson Contreras' press conference.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch Blues beat writer Jim Thomas joins Bernie to preview Saturday's Army-Navy game. Jim also talks about the Blues' continued woes as he doesn't see any significant moves coming in the near future.

Bernie listens into and analyzes Willson Contreras' comments from today after his press conference where he was formally introduced as a member of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Bernie offers up his opening thoughts on the Willson Contreras deal becoming official, Mizzou having a chance against the Jayhawks on Saturday in Columbia, and the Blues' continued struggles after surrendering at least four goals for the ninth straight game.

Bernie makes the case for why Willson Contreras will make a positive impact on the Cardinals. He highlights how Contreras has thrived both offensively and defensively.

Bernie visits with 590 The Fan and Bally Sports Midwest Blues Insider Andy Strickland. Andy talks about why the Jets have gotten off to such a strong start. He points out how Thomas Greiss has earned his second consecutive start with a knack for coming up big in clutch moments. Andy also contrasts this team's slow start with the 2018-2019 team.

David Kaplan of ESPN 1000 and NBC Sports Chicago joins Bernie to talk about new Cardinals and former Cubs catcher Willson Contreras. Kap tells Bernie how Contreras has always been committed to winning and is beloved by his former teammates. He also tells a personal story of how Contreras showed class and grace towards him and his family.

Bernie goes off on fans who are complaining about Willson Contreras' perceived defensive deficiencies as he clearly provides an upgrade over 2022 Yadier Molina. He points out how Contreras' improved offense will more than offset any defensive dropoff, and how pitch-calling is not typically an important skill as a catcher as Molina was one of the only catchers of his era calling his own games.

Bernie visits with Fangraphs senior writer Jay Jaffe. Jay talks about how the Cards' signing of Willson Contreras was a great move that has been overshadowed by a lot of the big money mega deals. Jay also points out that luck typically plays a role in veterans' committee selections to the Hall of Fame as Harold Baines was aided with a large White Sox presence and even 2023 electee Fred McGriff was able to benefit from having Greg Maddux and others he had connections to on the committee.