The St. Louis Cardinals fired manager Mike Shildt over "philosophical differences." The team made the announcement in a video conference Thursday morning.

The <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kmox/local-sports/st.-louis-cardinals">St. Louis Cardinals</a> fired manager Mike Shildt over "philosophical differences." The team made the announcement in a video conference Thursday morning.

The nightly program has been a fixture on KMOX for many years and features a
variety of hosts.

The nightly program has been a fixture on KMOX for many years and features a variety of hosts.

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LIVE PRESS CONFERENCE: Cardinals announce firing of manager Mike Shildt

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Matt Pauley kicks off hour two with a conversation with Kevin Wheeler, on how they feel about the Redbirds' season so far. Vinny Rottino, of Bally Sports Wisconsin, joins the program for a preview of the Brewers series. Hear audio from the Blues GM Doug Armstrong, and finally, Jen Siess joins for a brief segment to preview the St. Louis City Soccer Report.

Matt Pauley kicks off hour two with a conversation with Kevin Wheeler, on how they feel about the Redbirds' season so far. Vinny Rottino, of Bally Sports Wisconsin, joins the program for a preview of the Brewers series. Hear audio from the Blues GM Doug Armstrong, and finally, Jen Siess joins for a brief segment to preview the St. Louis City Soccer Report.

Cardinals vs Brewers series preview

In a shortened first hour due to weather, Matt Pauley talks with Bruno Vain, Apple TV broadcaster for MLS Season Pass, on City's upcoming rival matchup this weekend, as well as Joao Klauss scoring his first goal from the run of play over Austin.

In a shortened first hour due to weather, Matt Pauley talks with Bruno Vain, Apple TV broadcaster for MLS Season Pass, on City's upcoming rival matchup this weekend, as well as Joao Klauss scoring his first goal from the run of play over Austin.

Excitement level is high for City vs rival Sporting KC

The lone hour of tonight’s show is shortened as KMOX wraps up coverage of the Cardinals postgame show. Matt Pauley is joined by fellow KMOX host and Westwood One play-by-play broadcaster Nate Gatter to discuss the passing of Whitey Herzog, St. Louis CITY SC’s 1-0 win over Austin, and the upcoming Leagues Cup.

Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.

The lone hour of tonight’s show is shortened as KMOX wraps up coverage of the Cardinals postgame show. Matt Pauley is joined by fellow KMOX host and Westwood One play-by-play broadcaster Nate Gatter to discuss the passing of Whitey Herzog, St. Louis CITY SC’s 1-0 win over Austin, and the upcoming Leagues Cup.
Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8PM CT on KMOX barring any Cardinals, Billikens, or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.

LIVE PRESS CONFERENCE: Cardinals announce firing of manager Mike Shildt

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