In the first hour of tonight’s show, Matt Pauley recaps the Cardinals’ series win over the Arizona Diamondbacks and is joined by Eli Hoff of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch to discuss Mizzou’s hiring of Laird Veatch as new Athletic Director. Matt is also joined by St. Louis Battlehawks quarterback AJ McCarron, defensive end Travis Feeney, wide receiver Darrius Shepherd to discuss the UFL season, St. Louis’ huge fan turnout, and Battlehawks Night sat Busch Stadium. Matt wraps up the hour sharing the news that the Cardinals have optioned Jordan Walker and Zach Thompson to Memphis, and have recalled John King and Jose Fermin.

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.