70. The Biggest Cardinals Position Battles Right Now (feat. Redbird Farmhands)

The St. Louis Cardinals have extended manager Oli Marmol — but the real drama might be unfolding in Spring Training.Join at patreon.com/redbirdrundown for free! You can also access our bonus tier there!In this episode of Redbird Rundown, Scott, Matt, and Jonathan discuss the Cardinals’ decision to give Marmol a two-year extension with a 2029 team option and what it says about the organization’s direction.Then the conversation shifts to Spring Training roster battles across the roster:The crowded catching competitionKey infield battles that could shape the lineupRemaining questions in the outfield depth chartWho locks down a roster spot? Who might start the year in the minors? And which players could surprise before Opening Day?We break down the biggest battles and give our early predictions.Our Patreon is the hub for everything we’re building.You can join for free to watch and listen to all of our shows and join live Cardinals game chats throughout the week.Right now our bonus tier is just $1 through Opening Day (March 26) — and everyone who signs up is entered into a ticket giveaway for Coca-Cola Unlimited seats to the May 4 Cardinals vs Brewers game.Search Redbird Rundown on Patreon or check the link in the episode description.Support Redbird Rundown