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Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast

Redbird Rundown Podcast

Check out a fresh view of St. Louis Cardinals baseball with a new up and coming podcast! Brothers Andy, Jonathan, and Matt are joined by former professional pitcher Scott Plaza as they break down all things related to the Cardinals. New episodes are live every Sunday at 6pm central!

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00:12:49

[RCOW] The "Burger" that Conquered Barry Bonds | Ray...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/04/10

When you think of the legendary 2004 St. Louis Cardinals, names like Pujols, Edmonds, and Rolen immediately come to mind. You might even think of a young Adam Wainwright. But games aren't just won by the superstars; they’re won by the guys who come jogging out of the bullpen in the 7th inning to put out a fire.This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Ray King, the durable, 250-pound left-handed specialist affectionately known as "Burger." Acquired in the blockbuster trade that brought

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01:07:20

[COMT] Are Jordan Walker and the St. Louis Cardinals...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/04/08

In this episode of Cardinals On My Time, Scott Plaza is joined by Matt and Jonathan from Redbird Rundown and special guest Kevin Wheeler from KMOX to break down everything happening in Cardinal Nation.We dive deep into Jordan Walker’s mechanical changes and why his "Aaron Judge bat speed" is finally turning into results. We also debate the "Oli-isms" of manager Oli Marmol, the defensive struggles of Ivan Herrera behind the plate, and whether Michael McGreevy’s success is

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00:56:43

74. Cardinals Mystery Stat Lines

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/04/05

We’re putting our baseball knowledge to the test with a saber metric-style guessing game: Guess That Cardinal!In this episode, we run through real stat lines from the early season—no names attached, just the numbers. The challenge: can we correctly identify which St. Louis Cardinals player is behind each stat line?Some are obvious. Some are tricky. And a few might completely surprise you.Along the way, we break down what these early stats actually mean, whether certain starts are real or just small

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00:56:00

73. Opening Weekend Overreactions

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/29

Opening Weekend is in the books—and the overreactions are already in midseason form. We break down what actually matters after the first few games and what’s just noise. From hot starts to slow bats, we talk through the early trends, standout moments, and a lot of JJ Wetherholt! Download the Patreon app and search Redbird Rundown to join our gameday chats!State Farm – Scott Owens (Mt. Vernon, IL)📞 (618) 242-3770Like a good neighbor State Farm is there.All American Tree Experts📞 (618) 316-2457Your

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00:52:29

[COMT] St. Louis Cardinals Opening Day Win Overreaction

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/27

The 2026 St. Louis Cardinals season is officially underway, and if Game 1 is any indication, fans are in for a wild ride. Host Scott Plaza is joined by Jake Wood (Viva el Birdos) and Roman Rodriguez (Baseball Banter) to break down a thrilling, "nail-biter" Opening Day victory against the Tampa Bay Rays.From a 425-foot bomb by rookie sensation JJ Wetherholt to an explosive eight-run 6th inning, the crew discusses whether "Devil Magic" has returned to Busch Stadium. They debate the

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00:51:57

72. Cardinals Who Will Define the Season (feat. Aidan...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/22

Who actually decides how the 2026 St. Louis Cardinals season goes?In this episode, we’re joined by Aidan Gray from Redbirds on the Arch as each of us drafts five Cardinals players who will ultimately determine the success or failure of the season. These aren’t just the best players — these are the nexus points of the roster. If they hit, the Cardinals contend. If they don’t… things could go sideways fast.We also define what a successful season even looks like for this team in 2026 — and how much

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00:43:42

[COMT] Brothers vs. Brothers: The 2026 Cardinals fWAR...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/18

The Plazas vs. The Smiths. It’s the inaugural 2026 Cardinals fWAR Draft!Scott and Jim Plaza welcome the founders of Redbird Rundown, Matt and Jonathan Smith, for a 2026 season preview like no other. We’re drafting nine-man rosters based on FanGraphs' Wins Above Replacement (fWAR). From Masyn Winn’s superstar upside to the "sneaky" value of Ramon Urias, we break down every corner of the Cardinals' roster.Plus, we dive into our "NASCAR" bench rules, side bets on home runs

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00:37:19

[COMT] Matthew Liberatore: Cardinals Ace? + Rotation...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/11

The St. Louis Cardinals pitching rotation is taking shape, but it doesn't look like anyone expected. Scott Plaza is joined by Nate Schwartz (Pitcher List) and Thomas Gauvain (Redbird Rants) to break down a dominant spring performance from Matthew Liberatore. Is he ready to be the "face" of the rotation?In this episode:The "Libby" Leap: Analyzing Matthew Liberatore’s improved changeup and slider usage.Velocity Checks: Why Dustin May hitting 99 MPH matters (and why Michael

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00:54:30

70. The Biggest Cardinals Position Battles Right Now...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/08

The St. Louis Cardinals have extended manager Oli Marmol — but the real drama might be unfolding in Spring Training.Join at patreon.com/redbirdrundown for free! You can also access our bonus tier there!In this episode of Redbird Rundown, Scott, Matt, and Jonathan discuss the Cardinals’ decision to give Marmol a two-year extension with a 2029 team option and what it says about the organization’s direction.Then the conversation shifts to Spring Training roster battles across the roster:The crowded

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00:26:03

Bonus Episode! Spring Training Notes and Tink the Closer

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/04

Our patreon is here! Find us at patreon.com/redbirdrundown. Going forward these episodes will be only for our premium patrons. Take advantage of our special launch deal to get a bonus episode each week for only $1 for the first month.In this bonus episode we share something we're buying so far from spring training, something we're watching for, and a mild, medium, or hot take.Matt pulled out an insanely hot take and backed it up with a crazy walkout song. Tune is for this free

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00:43:52

69. The Ultimate Cardinals Prospect Draft (feat....

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/01

The future of the St. Louis Cardinals is on the clock. This week on Redbird Rundown, Jonathan, Matt, and Scott welcome Kareem from the Birds on the Farm for a full-on Cardinals prospect draft. Each of us built our own big board, drafted our favorite prospects.We debate sleepers, upside plays, risky picks, and which young Redbirds could impact the big league club sooner than you think.Plus, we share details about our new Patreon launch and how you can join the Redbird Rundown community.• Cardinals

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00:50:09

[COMT] The Catching Freight Train is Coming to St. Louis

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/25

SHHHH: https://www.patreon.com/posts/you-found-it-in-151595607Spring Training is in full swing at the brand-new Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium! Scott Plaza is joined by Matt Smith and special guest JD Hafron from Locked On Cardinals to break down the early highs and lows from Jupiter.We dive deep into the starting rotation's health—from Libby’s impressive splitter to the "batting practice ball" mysteries. But the real talk starts behind the plate: is Ivan Herrera giving off "Tommy

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01:00:28

68. Cardinals Storylines to Define 2026 (feat. Daniel...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/22

What will decide the 2026 season for the St. Louis Cardinals?In this episode of the Redbird Rundown, Matt, Jonathan, and Scott break down the biggest make-or-break storylines that could define the year — from rotation health to roster surprises.We’re also joined by special guest Daniel Shoptaw (C70 on Twitter) to hear what storylines he’s watching most closely.Plus, Jonathan highlights a lesser-known Cardinals figure in honor of Black History Month — a story every Cards fan should know.• Ranking the

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00:39:34

Are Cardinals Fans Actually Envious of the White Sox?...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/18

Could things actually be worse in St. Louis than they are on the South Side?This week, Scott Plaza is joined by Sean Anderson (@Sean_W_Anderson) of CHGO White Sox (@CHGO_WhiteSox) to perform a "rebuild wellness check" on two of baseball's most storied (and currently struggling) franchises. While Cardinals fans are bracing for a "reset," White Sox fans are finally seeing light at the end of a very dark, 121-loss tunnel.In this episode, we dive into:Major League Caliber?: Scott

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00:58:40

67. Sink or Swim: Cardinals Jupiter Survival Guide

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/15

The St. Louis Cardinals are heading to Jupiter, Florida, and we’re building the ultimate “packing list” for the players who need a big spring. Andy, Matt, Jonathan, and Scott each pick position players, pitchers, and under-the-radar guys and decide what survival item and luxury item they need to take the next step in 2026.We talk names like Jordan Walker, Lars Nootbaar, Matthew Liberatore, Ivan Herrera, Tink Hence, and more — plus rookies, non-roster invitees, and career minor leaguers who need to

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00:48:02

[COMT] Are the St. Louis Cardinals building with...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/13

Spring Training 2026 is underway at the newly renovated Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium, and the vibes are… vibin'. As the Cardinals embrace a true rebuild, the rotation is a blank slate.This week on Cardinals On My Time, Scott Plaza is joined by Josh Jacobs (Site Expert at Redbird Rants) to perform a "vibes check" on the pitching staff. We move past the box scores and look at the "Dude vs. Guy" spectrum: Who is a cornerstone you build a franchise around, and who is just a

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00:48:49

66. The Donovan Deal Changes Everything (Plus the...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/08

The Cardinals made another big move — and this one might shape the next few seasons.On this episode of Redbird Rundown, we break down the Brendan Donovan trade and all of its ripple effects. What did Donovan mean to the Cardinals during his time in St. Louis? How should fans feel about the return, and what does this deal signal about the organization’s direction heading into 2026? We also step back and give Chaim Bloom an overall offseason grade if this ends up being his final move.Plus, we dig into

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64. The Burly of It All: An Alec Burleson Statcast Draft

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/01/25

What stat actually defines Alec Burleson’s value to the Cardinals?On this episode of The Redbird Rundown, we’re drafting the Baseball Savant metrics we believe matter most when evaluating Alec Burleson—both now and in the years ahead. After a quick five-word vibe check from the past week, we jump into a stat draft designed to separate the noise from the numbers that truly matter.Using 15 Baseball Savant metrics (batting, fielding, and baserunning), Matt, Scott, and Jonathan each build their case for

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63. The Cardinals Actually Traded Arenado and a...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/01/18

It finally happened — the Cardinals traded Nolan Arenado.On this episode of The Redbird Rundown, Andy, Matt, Jonathan, and Scott react to the long-anticipated Nolan Arenado trade to the Arizona Diamondbacks. We unpack the full deal, reflect on Arenado’s time in St. Louis, and discuss what the move means for the Cardinals’ future at third base.Scott also joins with live insight from Cardinals Winter Warm-Up, and we kick things off with our weekly vibe check to capture the mood of Cardinals

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00:52:01

62. Masyn Winn's Offensive Profile: Can the Power...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/01/11

Welcome back to Redbird Rundown, your go-to podcast for everything St. Louis Cardinals ⚾️Andy is joined by Matt, Jonathan, and welcoming Scott Plaza as a new regular voice on the show. You’ll be hearing a lot more from Scott (@MrPlaztastic17 on X) moving forward — on this podcast and beyond.On this episode, we start with a quick vibe check from the past week (five words or less), then dive into recent Cardinals bullpen moves, including:The trade for LHP Justin Bruihl from the Cleveland GuardiansThe

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