In the first hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley explains how the new MLB rule changes will affect today’s game, and features audio from Paul Goldschmidt, Nolan Arenado, and Adam Wainwright who spoke today on the World Baseball Classic. Mike Reis, SIU Salukis basketball play-by-play announcer, then joins the show to discuss the team’s 18-7 overall record thus far, their upcoming game vs the UIC Flames, and the rest of the impressive Missouri Valley Conference. Matt caps off the hour featuring clips from Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce who spoke on the anticipation of the Super Bowl this Sunday.

Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX barring any Billikens or Cardinals 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.