In this episode, Lutz Pfannenstiel and Joe Pott discuss St. Louis City SC's recent challenges and strategies for improvement. They cover the team's preparation for upcoming matches, including integrating new players and rehabilitating injuries. They also emphasize the importance of a clear coaching profile and the coaching search process, highlighting John Hackworth's advantage.

Switching gears, John Mozeliak and Joe Pott delve into the St. Louis Cardinals' strategy for the MLB draft. They analyze the team's performance in the first half of the season, focusing on resilience and key player contributions. Mozeliak expresses optimism for the team's future, with particular attention to Tommy Edman's potential impact post-rehabilitation. Pott explores the decision-making process surrounding Edman's activation and role within the team.

In this episode, Lutz Pfannenstiel and Joe Pott discuss St. Louis City SC's recent challenges and strategies for improvement. They cover the team's preparation for upcoming matches, including integrating new players and rehabilitating injuries. They also emphasize the importance of a clear coaching profile and the coaching search process, highlighting John Hackworth's advantage.
Switching gears, John Mozeliak and Joe Pott delve into the St. Louis Cardinals' strategy for the MLB draft. They analyze the team's performance in the first half of the season, focusing on resilience and key player contributions. Mozeliak expresses optimism for the team's future, with particular attention to Tommy Edman's potential impact post-rehabilitation. Pott explores the decision-making process surrounding Edman's activation and role within the team.

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Hour 2 - St. Louis City SC's Recovery Plan and Cardinals' Draft Strategy

John Mozeliak, President of Baseball Operations for the St. Louis Cardinals
Lutz Pfannenstiel, Sporting Director for St. Louis City SC
Mike Simms, Backstoppers Representative

Tune in as Tom Ackerman dives into the latest in St. Louis sports and community support. John Mozeliak shares insights on the St. Louis Cardinals' current challenges, including their offensive struggles and the promising young talent emerging from the team. Lutz Pfannenstiel provides an update on St. Louis City SC, discussing recent roster changes, including the trade of defender Anthony Markanich, and the team’s internal competition. Mike Simms from the Backstoppers highlights the organization’s crucial work supporting families of fallen first responders, with a focus on the upcoming Chief Ron Battelle Day at Busch Stadium and the Guns and Hoses fundraising event.

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<li>John Mozeliak, President of Baseball Operations for the St. Louis Cardinals</li>
<li>Lutz Pfannenstiel, Sporting Director for St. Louis City SC</li>
<li>Mike Simms, Backstoppers Representative</li>
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 Tune in as Tom Ackerman dives into the latest in St. Louis sports and community support. John Mozeliak shares insights on the St. Louis Cardinals' current challenges, including their offensive struggles and the promising young talent emerging from the team. Lutz Pfannenstiel provides an update on St. Louis City SC, discussing recent roster changes, including the trade of defender Anthony Markanich, and the team’s internal competition. Mike Simms from the Backstoppers highlights the organization’s crucial work supporting families of fallen first responders, with a focus on the upcoming Chief Ron Battelle Day at Busch Stadium and the Guns and Hoses fundraising event.

Hour 2 -  Cardinals, City SC, and Honoring First Responders

Join Tom Ackerman as he talks with Mike Sims from the Backstoppers about two important upcoming events in St. Louis. First, Mike discusses Chief Ron Battelle Day at Busch Stadium on September 8, where Chief Battelle will throw the ceremonial first pitch and be honored for his dedicated service. Mike explains how fans can participate in this special day with themed tickets and shirts, with all proceeds benefiting the Backstoppers. Additionally, Mike highlights the Backstoppers' ninth annual barbecue on September 21, a key fundraising event featuring raffles and community support for families of fallen first responders. 

Join Tom Ackerman as he talks with Mike Sims from the Backstoppers about two important upcoming events in St. Louis. First, Mike discusses Chief Ron Battelle Day at Busch Stadium on September 8, where Chief Battelle will throw the ceremonial first pitch and be honored for his dedicated service. Mike explains how fans can participate in this special day with themed tickets and shirts, with all proceeds benefiting the Backstoppers. Additionally, Mike highlights the Backstoppers' ninth annual barbecue on September 21, a key fundraising event featuring raffles and community support for families of fallen first responders.

Honoring Chief Ron Battelle and Supporting the Backstoppers: A Conversation with Mike Sims

: Tom Ackerman and John Mozeliak delve into the St. Louis Cardinals' season, focusing on the team's inconsistent offense and the promising emergence of young talent. Mozeliak discusses the struggles the team has faced in scoring runs and the importance of finding a consistent offensive rhythm. He emphasizes patience in developing young players like Jordan Walker and highlights the potential of standout rookies Alec Burleson and Masyn Winn. Ackerman and Mozeliak also touch on the team's pitching prospects, including the impressive performances of Quinn Matthews and the anticipated return of Lance Lynn from rehab

: Tom Ackerman and John Mozeliak delve into the St. Louis Cardinals' season, focusing on the team's inconsistent offense and the promising emergence of young talent. Mozeliak discusses the struggles the team has faced in scoring runs and the importance of finding a consistent offensive rhythm. He emphasizes patience in developing young players like Jordan Walker and highlights the potential of standout rookies Alec Burleson and Masyn Winn. Ackerman and Mozeliak also touch on the team's pitching prospects, including the impressive performances of Quinn Matthews and the anticipated return of Lance Lynn from rehab

Hour 2 - St. Louis City SC's Recovery Plan and Cardinals' Draft Strategy

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