Bernie visits with Fangraphs writer Ben Clemens ahead of the World Series. Ben thinks the Cardinals need to make the next step in developing pitching and getting the most out of the organization's pitching depth. Ben offers his thoughts on Adam Wainwright's return and the recent defections from the Cardinals coaching staff. Ben also previews the World Series as he says the Phillies have a shot at winning the World Series if they can beat Justin Verlander.

Bernie talks about how the Cardinals paid the price in the postseason for being over-reliant on Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Arenado, and to a lesser extent Albert Pujols. Bernie thinks John Mozeliak still doesn't quite comprehend the impact spending the extra money on a bat like Kyle Schwarber would make versus cheaper acquisitions like Corey Dickerson.

Bernie talks about how the Bengals will be impacted by the loss of WR Ja'Marr Chase and why the Ravens and Lamar Jackson have struggled to close out games. Bernie also discusses the declines of longtime quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady.

Bernie visits with 590 The Fan and Bally Sports Midwest Blues insider Andy Strickland. Andy says Jordan Kyrou is deserving of some of the criticism he's been receiving for his slow start as he has struggled to build chemistry with Ryan O'Reilly. He also talks about how the team is feeling the loss of Brandon Saad and Pavel Buchnevich.

Bernie talks about why the Cardinals have failed to generate any offense in their recent postseason appearances. Bernie says Jeff Albert should not be a scapegoat when roster construction is to blame and a supposed key player like Tyler O'Neill has hardly seen the field in the postseason over the last three years.

Bernie talks about Nolan Arenado and Tommy Edman earning 2022 Fielding Bible awards and how that is one of the best measures of defensive prowess. He also reacts to the Blues' loss to Edmonton and what's been lacking over the last two games.

Bernie reacts to a few more of John Mozeliak's comments including his expectations for Dylan Carlson and how he prioritizes free agent acquisitions versus allowing internal candidates to rise from within.

Bernie focuses on the Cardinals catching situation as he reacts to John Mozeliak's comments about not trusting any of the incumbents to take the reins as the Cardinals' starting catcher. He provides more information on why they need to make a big splash versus settling for someone like Jacob Stallings.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch lead Cardinals beat writer Derrick Goold joins Bernie after John Mozeliak announced departures from the coaching staff and Adam Wainwright announced 2023 will be his last season. Derrick discusses the news of the day with Bernie while also talking about what the future holds for the rest of the team and who the Cardinals may target in the offseason.

Bernie talks about and listens in to John Mozeliak's comments on Nolan Arenado's future with the organization and the club's plans for the offseason. Bernie also talks about the importance of the Cardinals making legitimate upgrades, especially at the catching position, versus going for low-hanging fruit.