x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

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!

sports baseball

All Episodes

00:12:45

[RCOW] Last of the Mujicans: The Random Cardinal Who...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/20

When Jason Motte went down with Tommy John surgery in 2013, the Cardinals' championship aspirations were in jeopardy. Enter Edward "The Chief" Mujica—a journeyman reliever who went from a mid-season acquisition to an All-Star closer almost overnight.This week on Random Cardinal of the Week, Jim Plaza breaks down the dominant, high-stakes, and occasionally sleepy tenure of one of the most efficient closers in St. Louis history.Inside this episode:The 2013 SOS: How Mujica stabilized a

en-us

01:03:01

71. Debating The Most Controversial Cardinals...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/16

The computer models are out, and Cardinals fans have thoughts. We’re joined by Jake Wood (Viva El Birdos) to break down the most controversial 2026 ZiPS Projections for the St. Louis Cardinals.We put our reputations on the line with our "Locks" of the year and debate the over/under for:Victor Scott II (36 Steals)JJ Wetherholt (.338 OBP)Nolan Gorman (21 HR)Dustin May (8.06 K/9)And more!Is Jordan Walker being unfairly projected? Is Michael McGreevy the secret ace of the rotation? We dive

en-us

00:13:48

[RCOW] From Tow Trucks to the Big Leagues: The Global...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/13

"Baseball is a global sport, but for Jason Simontacchi, it was a literal passport."This week on Random Cardinal of the Week, Jim Plaza dives into the incredible, globe-trotting career of right-hander Jason Simontacchi. Long before he was a fixture in the St. Louis rotation, Simontacchi was a 21st-round pick who nearly walked away from the game entirely.After being released by multiple organizations and spending his winters driving a tow truck in California, a chance phone call from a scout

en-us

00:04:17

[Bonus Episode Clip] Cardinals Ivan Herrera Already...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/12

This is a clip from our most recent bonus episode. Go to patreon.com/redbirdrundown and subscribe at our introductory $1/month tier to get the rest of this episode and a new bonus episode each week!Until opening day, you'll also be entered into a drawing for two Coca-Cola unlimited tickets to the May 4th game vs the Brewers!Subscribe and get everything above for just $1!

en-us

00:09:21

[RCOW] John Rodriguez | The St. Louis J-Rod

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/03/06

Before Julio Rodriguez was a household name, there was another J-Rod patrolling the outfield in St. Louis.In this week’s edition of Random Cardinal of the Week, Jim Plaza dives into the career of John Rodriguez. A classic "late bloomer," Rodriguez spent eight grueling years in the minor leagues and logged over 2,500 at-bats before finally getting his shot at age 27.Discover how a "player to be named later" trade turned into a fairy-tale 2005 debut where Rodriguez found himself

en-us

00:12:57

[RCOW] The Trio That Defined an Era | Lonnie, Willie,...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/27

The 1982 World Champion St. Louis Cardinals are often remembered for the backflips of Ozzie Smith and the genius of Whitey Herzog. But the engine that truly powered that team sat behind the infield dirt.In this special Black History Month finale of Random Cardinal of the Week, Jim Plaza dives into the stories of three men who formed one of the most dynamic outfields in baseball history: Lonnie Smith, Willie McGee, and George Hendrick.From Lonnie’s fearless intensity (and his legendary run-in with

en-us

00:09:46

[RCOW] Bake McBride: The Rookie Revelation

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/20

In this special Black History Month edition of Random Cardinal of the Week, we look at the man who revitalized the Cardinals' outfield during one of the toughest decades in franchise history. Arnold Ray "Bake" McBride didn't even play high school baseball in his hometown of Fulton, Missouri—yet he became a 37th-round draft pick who took the National League by storm.In this episode, we dive into:The Pitcher Who Could Run: How a college pitcher from Westminster showed up to an open

en-us

00:10:53

[RCOW] Bill Greason | The Pioneering Pastor

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/13

In honor of Black History Month, Random Cardinal of the Week steps away from the usual deep cuts to profile a true pioneer. Meet William Henry Greason, the man who broke the pitching color barrier for the St. Louis Cardinals.While the story of Jackie Robinson is well-known, the integration of the Cardinals—the southernmost and westernmost team in MLB at the time—was a unique struggle set against the backdrop of a deeply segregated St. Louis.In this episode, we explore:The Hero Before the Mound:

en-us

00:07:58

[RCOW] Bud Smith | The Last No-Hitter in St. Louis

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/06

In this episode, we revisit a night in September 2001 that should have been the start of a legendary career. Bud Smith was the Cardinals' #1 prospect—ranked even higher than a young Albert Pujols. At just 21 years old, he achieved what Bob Gibson and Jesse Haines only did once, and what modern aces like Adam Wainwright never could: he threw a no-hitter.But while Bud Smith still holds the title of the last Cardinal to throw a "no-no," his story is also one of the most mysterious

en-us

00:28:38

[COMT] The Donovan Blockbuster: Did the Cardinals...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/03

The Brendan Donovan era in St. Louis has officially come to an end. After months of "waiting to be blown away," Chaim Bloom pulled the trigger on a complex three-team deal with the Seattle Mariners and Tampa Bay Rays.On today's episode, Scott Plaza is joined by Redbird Farmhands, Aidan Gray (Redbirds on the Arch), and Roman Rodriguez to answer the big questions:Did the Cardinals win the trade? We weigh the loss of Donnie’s leadership against a prospect haul headlined by switch-pitcher

en-us

00:44:19

65. ZiPS, Copium, and the Truth About the 2026 St....

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/02/01

ZIPS projections are out… and Cardinals fans are once again staring straight into the void.In this episode of Redbird Rundown, we dig into Dan Szymborski’s ZIPS projections from FanGraphs and ask the only questions that matter:👉 Are the Cardinals actually better than they look on paper?👉 Who’s being underrated, overrated, or outright disrespected?👉 And how much copium is too much copium?We break down:Mason Winn’s surprising place among MLB shortstopsWhy the offense still feels… thinBullpen

en-us

00:04:45

[RCOW] Khalil Greene| The Heavy Burden of the Bright...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/01/30

In the premiere episode of Random Cardinal of the Week, we look back at one of the most talented—and tragic—shortstops to ever wear the uniform: Khalil Greene.Acquired in December 2008 to anchor a position previously held by legends like "The Wizard," Greene arrived in St. Louis with a highlight reel that rivaled the best in the game. But beneath the diving plays and the "monster" power he showed in San Diego, a much tougher battle was brewing.In this episode:The Trade: Why the

en-us

5:56

[Special Premiere] Random Cardinal of the Week:...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/01/30

While we wait for our next regular discussion, I’m thrilled to introduce a new weekly segment called Random Cardinal of the Week, hosted by my brother, Jim Plaza.In this first Spin-Off episode, we tackle the fascinating and heartbreaking story of Khalil Greene. He arrived in St. Louis with a monster bat and highlight-reel defense, but his most significant battle wasn't against opposing pitchers—it was with himself.Inside this episode:The high expectations of the 2008 trade.The .408 Spring Training

en-us

00:28:38

[COMT] Inside the Clubhouse: Cardinals Youth Movement...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/01/21

The Cardinals are officially rebuilding, but the energy at the 2026 Winter Warm-Up didn't feel like a 73-win team. Today, we’re recapping our time at Busch Stadium, featuring exclusive interview reactions from the next generation of St. Louis baseball.In this episode:The Leadership Gap: How Alec Burleson and Masyn Winn are handling the "Veteran" tag at age 27.The Pitching Lab: Why everyone from Andre Pallante to Gordon Graceffo is throwing the "Kick Change" this spring.JJ

en-us

28:38

13. Inside the Clubhouse: Cardinals Youth Movement...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/01/21

The "Old Guard" era in St. Louis is officially over. After a busy weekend at Busch Stadium for the 2026 Winter Warm-Up, Scott Plaza and Thomas Gauvain sit down to break down the massive shift in clubhouse culture. With names like Arenado and Goldschmidt out of the picture, we’re hearing directly from the guys stepping into the void: Alec Burleson, Masyn Winn, and Thomas Saggese.We dive into why a "younger" clubhouse might actually be a more cohesive one, the new "Kick Change" taking over the

en-us

40:27

Who Owns Third Base? Wetherholt, Gorman, and the...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/01/14

Scott Plaza is joined by Jake Wood of Viva El Birdos to break down the blockbuster trade sending Nolan Arenado to the Arizona Diamondbacks. We discuss the $26 million cash swap, the return of Jack Martinez, and why Chaim Bloom finally hit the "reset" button on the veteran core.We also dive into the fallout for the rest of the roster:The Winners: Who takes over at third base? Weatherholt, Gorman, or Saggese?The Rumors: Is Brendan Donovan the next to go? Analyzing the Giants' aggressive pursuit.The

en-us

00:40:27

[COMT] Who Owns Third Base? Wetherholt, Gorman, and...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/01/14

Scott Plaza is joined by Jake Wood of Viva El Birdos to break down the blockbuster trade sending Nolan Arenado to the Arizona Diamondbacks. We discuss the $26 million cash swap, the return of Jack Martinez, and why Chaim Bloom finally hit the "reset" button on the veteran core.We also dive into the fallout for the rest of the roster: • The Winners: Who takes over at third base? Weatherholt, Gorman, or Saggese? • The Rumors: Is Brendan Donovan the next to go? Analyzing the Giants'

en-us

46:04

11. Is the Chaim Bloom Honeymoon Phase nearing the...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2026/01/07

Chaim Bloom promised a transition this offseason and kicked things off with an early trade of Sonny Gray. Things then hit a standstill until Christmas, when Bloom came out of nowhere and convinced Willson Contreras to waive his no-trade clause in another deal with the Boston Red Sox.Now, we head into 2026 with Brendan Donovan and Nolan Arenado still on the roster and clogging up the infield. The trade chatter has been slow since the holidays and the trickle down effect is real on the rest of the

en-us

52:24

10. St. Louis Cardinals Winter Report Card

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2025/12/19

Scott has returning guests and fellow teachers Matt Smith and Thomas Gauvain on to hand out our grades for the St. Louis Cardinals before we head to winter break. The trio grades Chaim Bloom and Co on their trade market performance, their ability to attract some free agents, and how well they have managed the public view of the organization. Finally, we give the team something to work on before coming back to work.Make sure you like, follow, and support everyone that makes this podcast

en-us

20:55

9. St. Louis Cardinals Winter Meetings: All quiet on...

Redbird Rundown: a St. Louis Cardinals Podcast ·

2025/12/12

The St. Louis Cardinals failed to make any trades at the 2025 Winter Meetings, but should have some solid groundwork for future deals. Scott talks rumors, the Rule 5 Draft, and wraps up with some Cardinals tidbits from St. Louis media.

en-us

28 results

Similar Podcasts

Keeping Karlsson Fantasy Hockey Podcast

Elan Dubrofsky and Brian Kom

Daily Fantasy Sports by Ship It Nation

Ship It Nation

Fantasy Football Today

CBS Sports, Fantasy Football, FFT, NFL,...

Bring The Pain

Heat00veride

ESPN SportsCenter Update

ESPN