The Hard Nine

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What's The Hard Nine about?

A St. Louis Cardinals podcast hosted by Caleb and Mike Noble.

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The Hard Nine episodes:

06.21.2024
The Cardinals Win the Rickwood Field Game and Own a Playoff Spot!
Caleb and Mike discuss the great event held at Rickwood Field and the current state of the National League as it relates to the Cardinals. #stlcards #stlcardinals #mlb Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
06.06.2024
Are the Cardinals Good Enough to Make the Postseason?
Caleb and Mike discuss the first two months of the Cardinals' season and whether or not they believe the team can make a run to the postseason. #stlcards #stlcardinals #mlb Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
05.30.2024
The Cardinals are Finally Back to .500! Is this Sustainable? w/ Josh Jacobs
Caleb and Josh discuss the Cardinals' 12-3 stretch that has them back to .500 and in second place in the NL Central. What's next for this team? #stlcards #stlcardinals #mlb Josh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/joshjacoMLB Dealin' the Cards Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DealinTheCards Redbird Rants: https://redbirdrants.com/ Hard...
05.23.2024
Is it Time to Start Believing in the Cardinals Again?
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals' sweep of the Orioles and if we should believe this team is back. #stlcards #stlcardinals #mlb Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
05.17.2024
Can the Cardinals Turn this Season Around?
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals' series win against the Angels and whether they are capable of going on a run to get back on track. #stlcards #stlcardinals #mlb Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
05.10.2024
The 2024 Cardinals are a Disaster!
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals continued losing streak and the trajectory of the franchise. #stlcards #stlcardinals #mlb Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
05.06.2024
The Cardinals are in a Bad Place and Something Needs to Change!
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals series loss to the White Sox and the offense continuing to look horrible. #stlcards #stlcardinals #mlb Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
05.02.2024
The Cardinals Have One of the Worst Offenses in the League... Why?
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals' series loss to the Tigers and their dreadful start to the year offensively. #stlcards #stlcardinals #mlb Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
04.29.2024
What Have we Learned About the 2024 Cardinals After the First Month?
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals first month of the season. Offensive struggles, bullpen dominance, okay starting pitching. What is this team? #stlcards #stlcardinals #mlb Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
04.18.2024
Why are the Cardinals' Big Bats Continuing to Struggle?
Caleb and Mike discuss the inconsistency with the Cardinals' offense, Sonny Gray and Lance Lynn's hot starts to the year, and the elite catching tandem forming. #stlcards #stlcardinals #mlb Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
04.11.2024
Should we be Concerned About the Cardinals Lack of Offense?
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals' series loss to the Phillies and the lack of offensive production from the team's big bats. We also look ahead to their second west coast trip of the season. #mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards #larsnootbaar #sonnygray...
04.08.2024
Lars Nootbaar and Sonny Gray are Back and the Cardinals Win Another Series!
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals series win over Miami, the upcoming series against the Phillies and Nootbaar and Gray returning from the injured list. #mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards #larsnootbaar #sonnygray Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
04.04.2024
The Cardinals Win the Series Against the Padres! Are they Better than we Thought?
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals series win over the San Diego Padres and preview the home opener against the Miami Marlins. #mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
04.02.2024
The St. Louis Cardinals Got Outclassed by the Dodgers
Caleb and Mike preview the Cardinals 3-1 series loss to the Dodgers and what went wrong. Also, twe discuss the hot start to game 1 against the San Diego Padres. #mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's...
03.27.2024
Are the St. Louis Cardinals a Postseason Team?
Caleb and Mike preview the 2024 Cardinals' season and discuss Victor Scott II making the Opening Day roster. #mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
03.21.2024
Why Did the St. Louis Cardinals Extend Oli Marmol?
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals' extension of Oli Marmol, the outfield situation in Spring Training and the Shohei Ohtani controversy. #mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards #shoheiohtani Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
03.15.2024
Can the St. Louis Cardinals Have an Elite Bullpen? w/Kareem
Caleb and Mike are joined by prospects writer, Kareem. We discuss the Cardinals bullpen, Victor Scott II's development, the Dylan Cease trade and more. #stlcardinals #mlb #stlcards Kareem's Twitter: https://twitter.com/KareemSSN Kareem's Cardinals Top-30 Prospects Ranking: https://redbirdrants.com/posts/st-louis-cardinals-2024-top-30-prospects-list-30-21-01hr5ee3damq/4 Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod...
03.12.2024
Should Victor Scott II Have a Chance to Make the St. Louis Cardinals Roster?
Caleb and Mike discuss Lars Nootbaar and Tommy Edman's injuries, Victor Scott II's impressive spring and Jordan Walker.#mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards #larsnootbaar Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
03.07.2024
What Does Sonny Gray's Injury Mean for the St. Louis Cardinals?
Caleb and Mike discuss Sonny Gray's injury, the outlook of the starting rotation and Tommy Edman's setback. #mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards #sonnygray Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
03.04.2024
Can the St. Louis Cardinals Have the Best Infield in Major League Baseball?
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals deep infield. Can Arenado and Goldschmidt rebound? How will young guys like Winn, Gorman and Donovan progress? #mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
02.28.2024
The St. Louis Cardinals Sign Brandon Crawford and Spring Training is Here!
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals signing of Brandon Crawford, Nolan Arenado's leadership comments, and what we are looking for as Spring Training continues. #mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards #nationalleague #nolanarenado Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
02.02.2024
The St. Louis Cardinals Bolstered their Bullpen and the Brewers Traded Corbin Burnes
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals recent acquisition of reliever, Kenyan Middleton and what Corbin Burnes being traded means for the rest of the NL Central. Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
01.26.2024
Can Willson Contreras be the Catcher the St. Louis Cardinals Want in 2024?
Caleb and Mike discuss Willson Contreras' drama-filled first season with the Cardinals and how much of an impact he can make both offensively and in the clubhouse moving forward. Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
01.20.2024
Why Did the St. Louis Cardinals Bring Back Matt Carpenter?
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals signing of Matt Carpenter and the thought of what happens if this season goes poorly again. #mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards #mattcarpenter Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
01.08.2024
The St. Louis Cardinals Trade for Andrew Kittredge! Have they Done Enough?
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals' latest trade of Andrew Kittredge for Richie Palacios and what it means for the bullpen. Is a major upgrade to the rotation still needed? Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
12.24.2023
Should the St. Louis Cardinals Sign Josh Hader?
Caleb and Mike discuss the rumors surrounding the Cardinals and Josh Hader, Yamamoto signing with the Dodger and what the Cards have to do to keep pace with the National League. Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
12.12.2023
The St. Louis Cardinals Traded Tyler O'Neill and Shohei Ohtani Made $700 Million
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals latest move of trading Tyler O'Neill to the Boston Red Sox. We also discuss Shohei Ohtani's mega-deal and the rest of the free agent class. Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
12.01.2023
Are the St. Louis Cardinals Going to Trade for an Elite Starter?
Caleb and Mike discuss the rumors that the Cards are looking to make a trade for another starter. Also, what relievers should they be targeting this offseason? Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
11.28.2023
The St. Louis Cardinals Signed Sonny Gray! Did They Get Their Guy?
Caleb and.Mike react to the news that the Cardinals have signed Sonny Gray to a 3-year $75 million contract. Is he a perfect fit? What does this mean for the rest of the offseason? #mlb #stlcardinals #sonnygray #yoshinobuyamamoto Hard Nine...
11.24.2023
The St. Louis Cardinals Sign Kyle Gibson. Is Yoshinobu Yamamoto Our Only Hope?
We discuss the Cardinals' signing of Kyle Gibson. Are they all in Yamamoto and should they be? Can this offseason be a success after their first two moves? Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
11.21.2023
Lance Lynn is Back with the St. Louis Cardinals. What's Next?
Mike and Caleb discuss the news that Lance Lynn is back with the Cards. Yamamoto has been posted. Daniel Descalso is back with the organization as a coach. Shildt hired by the Padres. Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter:...
11.20.2023
Is Yoshinobu Yamamoto the Top Target for the St. Louis Cardinals Now?
Caleb and Mike discuss Aaron Nola signing back with the Phillies and what this means for the St. Louis Cardinals. Is Yamamoto their guy? Non-tenders and more. Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
11.15.2023
Is Aaron Nola a Perfect Fit for the St. Louis Cardinals? w/ Kyle Reis
Caleb and Mike are joined by Cardinals prospect writer, Kyle Reis. They discuss the 40-man roster moves and the pitching options this offseason for the organization. #mlb #stlcardinals #stlcards #aaronnola #yoshinobuyamamoto https://www.birdsontheblack.com/ Kyle's Twitter: https://twitter.com/kyler416 Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's...
11.08.2023
Can the St. Louis Cardinals Acquire the Pitching they Need this Offseason?
Caleb and Mike discuss all of the Cardinals rumors coming out of the GM meetings. Is Yoshinobu Yamamoto a real possibility for them? Nola? Gray? #yoshinobuyamamoto #larsnootbaar #stlcardinals #mlb Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
10.17.2023
Is Yadier Molina Returning to the St. Louis Cardinals as a Coach?
Caleb and Mike discuss the news that Yadi may be returning to the Cardinals and what they can learn from the first few rounds of the 2024 postseason. #stlcardinals #yadiermolina #mlb #mlbpostseason Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter:...
10.06.2023
Are the St. Louis Cardinals Going to Make the Right Moves this Offseason?
Caleb and Mike discuss the outlook leading up to the 2024 offseason. Can the Cardinals get back into contention? Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
09.22.2023
Waino Wins His 200th Game and the St. Louis Cardinals are Officially Eliminated
Caleb and Mike discuss Waino's 200th win, Jordan Walker, and more about the future of the St. Louis Cardinals. #stlcardinals #mlb #larsnootbaar #jordanwalker #willsoncontreras #adamwainwright Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
08.31.2023
Is Willson Contreras Going Overlooked in his First Year with the St. Louis Cardinals?
Mike and Caleb discuss Willson Contreras, Lars Nootbaar, Brendan Donovan and what we are watching for the rest of the season. #mlb #stlcardinals #larsnootbaar #willsoncontreras Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
08.25.2023
Masyn Winn is Up and other St. Louis Cardinals Young Players are Impressing
Mike and Caleb discuss Masyn Winn, Richie Palacios, Zack Thompson and other young Cardinals who are making good impressions. #mlb #stlcardinals #larsnootbaar #masynwinn #jordanwalker Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08
08.15.2023
What Does the Immediate Future of the St. Louis Cardinals Look Like? w/ Kyle Reis
Caleb and Mike are joined by Cardinals prospect writer, Kyle Reis to discuss the current state of the organization as well as the immediate future. https://www.birdsontheblack.com/ Kyle's Twitter: https://twitter.com/kyler416 Kareem's Twitter: https://twitter.com/KareemSSN Hard Nine Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter:...
08.11.2023
The Cardinals Should Keep Their Young Hitters and Build Around Them
Caleb and Mike discuss why the Cardinals should build are this young group of position players and spend on pitching. What should we be watching for the rest of this season? #mlb #stlcardinals #larsnootbaar Hard Nine Podcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's...
08.04.2023
Did the St. Louis Cardinals Target the Right Prospects at the Deadline? w/ Kareem
Mike and Caleb are joined by Kareem to break down all of the new members of the Cardinals organization. Kareem's Twitter: https://twitter.com/KareemSSN Kareem's Instagram: Cardinals Prospects Hard Nine Podcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardninepod Caleb's Twitter: https://twitter.com/calebnoble08 Mike's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeNoble08 Our email: [email protected]
08.02.2023
Did the St. Louis Cardinals Have a Good Trade Deadline?
Caleb and Mike discuss the Cardinals trade deadline. Do we like what they got back in their trades?
07.27.2023
St. Louis Cardinals Trade Deadline Preview
Mike and Caleb discuss who may or may not be traded by the Cardinals at the trade deadline.
07.23.2023
Can the St. Louis Cardinals be Buyers and Sellers at the Same Time?
Mike and Caleb discuss the Cardinals 6 game winning streak and what that means for the organization's deadline plans.
07.17.2023
Have the St. Louis Cardinals Officially Turned the Page to 2024?
Caleb and Mike discuss Mozeliak's comments and what may happen at the trade deadline. We also break down their first round selection of outfielder Chase Davis.
06.21.2023
Can The St. Louis Cardinals Claw Their Way Back Into Contention?
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06.14.2023
Who’s To Blame For The St. Louis Cardinals Struggles?
Plenty of options to go around.
06.01.2023
Can the St.Louis Cardinals get hot in June?
Cards end May at 15-13, but can they get get got moving forward? Expectations from SP’s? Who in pen can be trusted? Future if Tyler O’Neill and Dylan Carlson? What has happened to Nolan Arenado? Is it time for...
05.19.2023
Nolan Arenado and the St. Louis Cardinals Are Red Hot.
After a brief hiatus, we are so happy to be back. Cards take 2 of 3 from Cubs, Sweep Boston in Fenway, then emphatically take 2 of 3 from NL Central leader the Milwaukee Brewers. Nolan Arenado is back and...

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The Hard Nine episodes:

The Cardinals Win the Rickwood Field Game and Own a Playoff Spot!

Are the Cardinals Good Enough to Make the Postseason?

The Cardinals are Finally Back to .500! Is this Sustainable? w/ Josh Jacobs

Is it Time to Start Believing in the Cardinals Again?

Can the Cardinals Turn this Season Around?

The 2024 Cardinals are a Disaster!

The Cardinals are in a Bad Place and Something Needs to Change!

The Cardinals Have One of the Worst Offenses in the League... Why?

What Have we Learned About the 2024 Cardinals After the First Month?

Why are the Cardinals' Big Bats Continuing to Struggle?

Should we be Concerned About the Cardinals Lack of Offense?

Lars Nootbaar and Sonny Gray are Back and the Cardinals Win Another Series!

The Cardinals Win the Series Against the Padres! Are they Better than we Thought?

The St. Louis Cardinals Got Outclassed by the Dodgers

Are the St. Louis Cardinals a Postseason Team?

Why Did the St. Louis Cardinals Extend Oli Marmol?

Can the St. Louis Cardinals Have an Elite Bullpen? w/Kareem

Should Victor Scott II Have a Chance to Make the St. Louis Cardinals Roster?

What Does Sonny Gray's Injury Mean for the St. Louis Cardinals?

Can the St. Louis Cardinals Have the Best Infield in Major League Baseball?

The St. Louis Cardinals Sign Brandon Crawford and Spring Training is Here!

The St. Louis Cardinals Bolstered their Bullpen and the Brewers Traded Corbin Burnes

Can Willson Contreras be the Catcher the St. Louis Cardinals Want in 2024?

Why Did the St. Louis Cardinals Bring Back Matt Carpenter?

The St. Louis Cardinals Trade for Andrew Kittredge! Have they Done Enough?

Should the St. Louis Cardinals Sign Josh Hader?

The St. Louis Cardinals Traded Tyler O'Neill and Shohei Ohtani Made $700 Million

Are the St. Louis Cardinals Going to Trade for an Elite Starter?

The St. Louis Cardinals Signed Sonny Gray! Did They Get Their Guy?

The St. Louis Cardinals Sign Kyle Gibson. Is Yoshinobu Yamamoto Our Only Hope?

Lance Lynn is Back with the St. Louis Cardinals. What's Next?

Is Yoshinobu Yamamoto the Top Target for the St. Louis Cardinals Now?

Is Aaron Nola a Perfect Fit for the St. Louis Cardinals? w/ Kyle Reis

Can the St. Louis Cardinals Acquire the Pitching they Need this Offseason?

Is Yadier Molina Returning to the St. Louis Cardinals as a Coach?

Are the St. Louis Cardinals Going to Make the Right Moves this Offseason?

Waino Wins His 200th Game and the St. Louis Cardinals are Officially Eliminated

Is Willson Contreras Going Overlooked in his First Year with the St. Louis Cardinals?

Masyn Winn is Up and other St. Louis Cardinals Young Players are Impressing

What Does the Immediate Future of the St. Louis Cardinals Look Like? w/ Kyle Reis

The Cardinals Should Keep Their Young Hitters and Build Around Them

Did the St. Louis Cardinals Target the Right Prospects at the Deadline? w/ Kareem

Did the St. Louis Cardinals Have a Good Trade Deadline?

St. Louis Cardinals Trade Deadline Preview

Can the St. Louis Cardinals be Buyers and Sellers at the Same Time?

Have the St. Louis Cardinals Officially Turned the Page to 2024?

Can The St. Louis Cardinals Claw Their Way Back Into Contention?

Who’s To Blame For The St. Louis Cardinals Struggles?

Can the St.Louis Cardinals get hot in June?

Nolan Arenado and the St. Louis Cardinals Are Red Hot.