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Cards Central

STL Sports Central
St. Louis Cardinals
Major League Baseball
Brendan Donovan
Nolan Arenado
Spring Training
Lars Nootbaar
Jordan Walker
Baseball
Cardinals
STL Sports Central
Dustin May
Draftkings
Chaim Bloom
Seattle Mariners
Matthew Liberatore
Willson Contreras
MLB
Sonny Gray
Boston Red Sox
JJ Wetherholt

Cards Central from STL Sports Central is the home for all of the latest St. Louis Cardinals content. Featuring Cards Central 365, our daily Cardinals show hosted by Joe Roderick along with Cardinals Radio Network Broadcaster Mike Claiborne, Bob Ramsey, Brenden Schaeffer, Ryan Fagan. STL Sports Central will also have a post-game show for each Cardinals game right here on the Cards Central podcast c... more

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It took the Cardinals 6+ innings to get a hit . It took them until the 9th to score. And then back-to-back home runs by Pedro Pages and JJ Wetherholt tied it, and a Jose Fermin bases loaded double gave the Cardinals a lead. Dustin May threw 6 stro... more

The Cardinals just got swept for the first time in 2026, and the bullpen is gassed in the midst of a brutal 17 game stretch. Joe Roderick and Mike Claiborne dig into what went sideways in Seattle, who Mike would trust in the ninth inning tonight, and... more

Another one-run loss for the St. Louis Cardinals as they fall to the Seattle Mariners on Sunday, 3-2. Rob Refsnyder does the damage with a pinch-hit homer off lefty JoJo Romero.

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The St. Louis Cardinals slug five home runs, but blow a lead late in an 11-9 loss to the Seattle Mariners.

Nathan Church with 2 home runs and 4 RBI's on the day. Matthew Liberatore can't make it past the 4th and the Cards use 7 relievers who give u... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Pranger
Author, appears for an upcoming discussion per intro
Episode: The Cardinals Bullpen Situation Just Got Worse | Cards Central 365: Mondays w/ Mike
Matt Adams
Former Cardinal, postgame guest
Cardinals Central / STL Sports Central
Episode: Cardinals STEAL Series From Guardians! | Matt Adams Joins Cards Central Postgame
Randy Karraker
Randy Karraker, broadcaster and guest analyst
Randy Karraker (guest)
Episode: Cardinals Score Eight Unanswered Runs, Win Opening Day vs. Rays | Cards Central 365 Postgame
Rob Friedman
The Pitching Ninja, pitching analyst and author
Pitching Ninja (brand)
Episode: Cardinals Pitching Isn’t What You Think… Here’s Why | Pitching Ninja Interview
Derrick Goold
Baseball writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Episode: Derrick Goold on the Cardinals Youth Movement and Post-Arenado Reality | Cards Central 365
Brendan Donovan
St. Louis Cardinals player discussing trade rumors
St. Louis Cardinals
Episode: Brendan Donovan Breaks Silence on Trade Rumors | Cards Central 365
Matt Snyder
CBS Sports writer and author of 'The Lead Off Man'
CBS Sports
Episode: Cardinals Legends & The Lost Art of the Stolen Base w/ Matt Snyder | Cards Central 365
Oli Marmol
Manager of the St. Louis Cardinals
St. Louis Cardinals
Episode: Oli Marmol joins Hot Take Central 2.0 on 590 KLIS
Ryan Fagan
Baseball journalist and former contributor at Sporty News
Episode: Chaim Bloom’s Master Plan: Cardinals Winter Meetings Preview | Cards Central 365

Hosts

Joe Roderick
Host of Cards Central 365
Brenden Schaeffer
Co-host of Cards Central 365

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Looking forward to adding this my IHeart Radio podcast library in 2026

    I have been really enjoying new episodes and old episodes of Cards Central because it’s making me feel comfortable so I know what I been hearing about on this podcast moving forward. Please publish new episodes on all podcasts platforms.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LexLuthor2012
    United States3 months ago
  • Looking forward to adding this my IHeart Radio podcast library in 2026

    I have been really enjoying new episodes and old episodes of Cards Central because it’s making me feel comfortable so I know what I been hearing about on this podcast moving forward. Keep the episodes coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LexLuthor2012
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and insights shared about the team, noting that the hosts effectively engage with various aspects of the Cardinals' performance.
Many enjoy the informal yet informative style of presenting baseball topics, making the content accessible and relatable for both casual and hardcore fans.
Several reviews highlight the chemistry among the hosts as a significant factor contributing to the podcast's appeal.

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Apple Podcasts
#176
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Apple Podcasts
#52
Australia/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#89
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Apple Podcasts
#219
Taiwan/Sports/Baseball

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NL Central Power Rankings, The Cardinals Problem Nobody Wants to Say Out Loud | Cards Central 365
Q: What do the Cardinals need to do to climb into a better position in the division?
They need rival teams like the Reds to struggle with injuries and for their own young players to significantly improve.
Chaim Bloom on the Brendan Donovan Deal + Prospect Haul | STL Sports Central
Q: How do you balance speed and power with a lot of swing and miss in a player?
We are optimistic about training and programming to help him improve, but we recognize the challenge.
Chaim Bloom on the Brendan Donovan Deal + Prospect Haul | STL Sports Central
Q: Can you talk about how the competitive balance picks pushed this trade over the top?
Those picks were crucial to the deal happening and increased the overall value significantly.
Cardinals Fans Wanted Bader Back, Here’s Why It Was Never Happening | Cards Central 365
Q: What are your thoughts on the Cardinals missing out on signing Harrison Bader?
Many fans feel that, given the team's rebuilding phase, it wasn't necessary to pursue Bader given his contract and potential impact.
Why Jim Edmonds Never Got a Fair Hall of Fame Shot | Cards Central 365
Q: Were you happy with the results from the voting this past year? Did anything surprise you from this ballot?
It is always a complicated process, and no ballot is perfect, with constant reevaluation of what constitutes a Hall of Fame career.

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Focusing on all aspects of the St. Louis Cardinals, this podcast features analyses, discussions, and interviews that delve into recent games, player trades, and team strategies. The content prominently covers current player performances, organizational decisions, and fan reactions, providing a comprehensive look at both the past and future of the team. The hosts, who include prominent sports figures, bring insider insights and engage listeners with passionate discussions about player development and comparisons of statistical performances throughout the Major League Baseball landscape. Unique among its peers, this podcast prioritizes a community-oriented approach, often emphasizing the bond between the team and its supporters.

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Cards Central launched a year ago and published 355 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Cards Central include:

1. Chris Pranger
2. Matt Adams
3. Randy Karraker
4. Rob Friedman
5. Derrick Goold
6. Brendan Donovan
7. Matt Snyder
8. Oli Marmol

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