The Cat Chat Podcast

The KMOX broadcaster just returned from calling a number of the Cardinals spring training contests, and joined The Cat in studio to preview the season…

• The importance of establishing a rapport with players
• Experience of a Chicago native covering the Cardinals
• Comparing the rivalry between cities in MLB vs. NHL
• Why did Chris watch a solitary season of The Bachelor
• Trying to contextualize the angst among Cardinals fans
• Confidence level in the team's roster to start the season
• What needs to happen for the team to make the playoffs

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The former Cardinals and current Athletics OF joined The Cat to discuss his offseason trade, time in St. Louis, and charitable efforts supporting his mom.

• Getting acclimated to Spring Training in Arizona
• Updating fans in STL with how his mom is doing
• How his mom's illness impacted his 2017 season
• Stephen's initial reaction to being traded by STL
• Facebook Page raising money for ALS research
• Getting hit by a pitch 3 times in the same at-bat
• His terrifying collision w/ Peter Bourjos in 2015
• Discussing favorite moments with the Cardinals
• How will Grich function in Toronto without him
• His rationale for being friendly with the media

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The 2002 World Series champ, former Cardinals hitting coach, and older brother of Yadi Molina joined Jim to discuss baseball, his book, podcasting, and more…

• How did Bengie become a co-host on a Cardinals fan podcast
• What will the team's Spanish radio broadcasts entail this year
• How it feels to call Yadi's games during emotional moments
• The inspiration for writing a best-selling book about his father
• Swapping entertaining stories about Yadier and Albert Pujols
• How likely is Bengie to get back into coaching at some point
• Intriguing take on why not having a closer is a plus right now
• Why the Cards starting rotation might still be one piece away

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The former Cardinals closer and current Free Agent joined The Cat in studio during January to discuss his recovery, future in baseball, and living in STL.

• Does it feel odd to live in St. Louis still and not be a Cardinal
• What kind of conversations were had before Mo released him
• What's the timetable for potentially signing with a new team
• Does he have any doubts that he'll eventually be back to 100%
• When did it become clear to Trevor that his injury was serious
• Expectations for the closer market during the next off-season
• Interest level in being a starter & what makes an effective closer
• Dealing with blown saves and media's unique interest in them
• How did Trevor become such an expert at piloting his drones
• Family Fun in St. Louis and his updated incognito appearance

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The former closer clinched the 2011 World Series and returned to the Cardinals on a minor league deal this spring. He joins us to share memories of playing in STL, discuss his potential role this year, and detail the exciting work he does for charity.

• Did he ever anticipate a return to the Cardinals organization
• What are his expectations for camp plus the upcoming year
• What adjustments did he make with the Braves last season
• How he transitioned from a catcher to pitcher 10 years ago
• Memories which stand out from the 2011 World Series run
• Coolest pieces of memorabilia he has from that time period
• What it's like dealing with the media when you're a closer
• How his foundation at the K-Cancer shirts have taken off

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The Cardinals President of Baseball Operations spent Valentine's Day at Spring Training doing regional cable journalism (in podcast form) with our Jim Hayes.

• Questions he wants to see answered during camp this season
• How much better is this season's club compared to last year
• Would the Cards benefit from making another move or two
• How does Mo see roles in bullpen and rotation shaking out
• His expectations for Waino and Matt Carpenter this season
• How capable are Pham and DeJong of repeating production
• Does Mo follow social media using double secret accounts
• How will they manage Yadi Molina's playing time in 2018
• Discussing the changes and additions to the coaching staff
• How aware is he of criticism of himself and Mike Matheny
• Thoughts on the slow Free Agent market & future interest
• Constructive feedback on The Cat's podcast performance

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Prominent broadcaster Dan Patrick joined Jimmy "The Cat" Hayes in late 2017.

• How Dan became acquainted with former Cardinals 2B Bo Hart
• Why a household chore led to Bo being discussed on DP Show
• Griffey Jr's dissatisfaction with Edmonds highlights on ESPN
• How would he evaluate Edmonds as a Hall of Fame candidate
• Thoughts on how SportsCenter has changed since he hosted it
• Describes his successful partnership with Keith Olbermann

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The reporter for MLB.com joined The Cat shortly after the Cardinals Winter Warm-up in January 2018 to discuss her career and the modern baseball beat.

• How challenging will it be to travel for work as a new parent
• Growing up in Georgia & wanting to be a Braves announcer
• Why the beat reporter's job encompasses more than writing
• What it's like working as a woman in a male dominated field
• Strategies for dealing with critics via email and social media
• Which players have been Go-To's for knowledge and quotes
• Mike Matheny's evolving relationship with the local media

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The new Cardinals starting pitcher and Jupiter FL native joined The Cat to discuss signing in St. Louis, returning to the Big Leagues after 3 years in Japan, and more.

• Growing up a Marlins fan and taking his daughter to music class
• How the curveball was crucial to his professional growth in Japan
• Comparing the level of competition in Japan to the Big Leagues
• What was day-to-day life like for an American living over there
• Any concerns about falling off the radar with Big League scouts
• What's his primary goal this season as a member of the Cardinals
• Who are some current Cardinals that he's played with previously
• How does Miles feel about being nicknamed "The Lizard King"

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The Cardinals infielder and 3-time All-Star had a very revealing conversation with Jim Hayes days before the team's 2018 Winter Warm-up. Primary topics include:

• Would college teammate Jake Arrieta fit in St. Louis
• Why was least year an anomaly for Matt offensively
• How adding Ozuna helps transform the lineup card
• Misperception fans have about him hitting lead-off
• Why he describes Oquendo as his security blanket
• Why Matt's so proud to have Pham as a teammate
• Can he shed light on hauntings at the Pfister Hotel

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