He Threw the Ball to the Dugout

The Cardinals have a solid road trip and then return to rough treatment from the first-place Brewers. The gang struggles to understand the pitching theory for those games while understanding that winning may not be the top priority for the Cardinals in 2026The demoted Cardinals are finding rough sledding in Memphis, particularly Nolan Gorman. Is he headed down the path of Nolan Gorma, Colby Rasmus and others – perhaps sooner than later? And, what’s the best position on the infield for JJ Wetherholt long-term? How does that change if Masyn Winn isn’t in the picture?The USMNT finds a familiar end in Seattle. Keith and the guys discuss how Team USA did not show up when it mattered most. Viewership is up and Erling Halland is a breakout star. What does all of this mean for the long-term prospects for soccer in the US?LIV golfers will participate in a PGA event this weekend as the golfing world gets more confusing. Yet another improper action from Brendan Sorsby? And is Connor Bedard (literally) built for the long-haul?All of this plus the NBA’s one free-throw experiment, the unexpected World Cup dating boom in Kansas City and Mizzou continues to improve their non-conference schedule. It’s an action-packed episode of the St. Louis Sportists Podcast!The St. Louis Sportists Podcast is brought to you by 1st Coast Steel Buildings and Black Dog Consulting.