The Sports Plus Podcast is back to break down all the big stories in St. Louis sports. This week, Frank Cusumano, Andy Mohler and Hanna Yates join Corey Miller to talk about the first days of the Olympics, the Blues' offseason plan, the Cardinals recent string of better play and the breaking news out of Columbia Missouri that Mizzou AD Jim Sterk is leaving.   Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts.

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Olympics kick off, Blues making moves and Cardinals on the up-swing

The Olympics are here and there's no shortage of storylines to follow as Team USA heads to Tokyo. On this episode of the Sports Plus Podcast, Olympic veterans Rene Knott and Casey Nolan join Corey Miller to talk about local ties to the Games, the big storylines in Tokyo and looking back on some of their favorite memories of covering the Games in person.   0:00 - COVID-19 impact on the Olympics   4:48 - Rene and Casey reflect on their Olympic memories   11:00 - Looking at athletes with St. Louis ties going for gold   24:00 - Big picture events for Team USA in Tokyo. (Gymnastics, track & field and swimming)   28:00 - Our favorite "unique" Olympic events.   Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts.

Tokyo Olympics preview with Rene Knott and Casey Nolen

The Sports Plus Podcast is back and there's no shortage of things to talk about. The Cardinals hit the All-Star break at a crossroads, Blues star Vladimir Tarasenko wants out of St. Louis and the Tokyo Olympics are right around the corner. Corey Miller and Frank Cusumano get you up to speed on all of it this week. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts.

Cardinals at the break, Tarasenko wants a break up and Olympics inch closer

We're back with another episode of the Sports Plus Podcast. Frank Cusumano and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller to talk about Cardinals struggles in June and what the team can do about them, also we highlight the upcoming Olympic Gymnastics trials in St. Louis and go in-depth with ESPN soccer analyst Taylor Twellman about the U.S. team and just how popular St. Louis City SC is going to be. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts.

Cardinals worries, Olympics trials preview and in depth with Taylor Twellman

This week on the Sports Plus Podcast, Frank Cusumano and Ahmad Hicks join Corey Miller for some hearty Cardinals talk, playoff odds and ends and a look ahead to the Olympics.   (0:00) - The Cardinals had a 17-game stretch and weekend they'd like to forget after going 6-11 topped off by getting swept by the Reds in four games at home. We break down the panic level, what the team needs to do while they wait for guys to get healthy, if Scherzer is a legitimate option, what the rest of the division looks like and how Tyler O'Neill is becoming the player we had been teased he would be.   (7:40) - Playoff odds and ends and storylines we're following from around the NBA and NHL postseasons.   (12:00) - A look ahead to the Olympics and what we're excited for. USA Baseball, Gymnastics and Track and Field are highlighted.   (14:40) - A candid conversation with Ahmad Hicks and Gwen Berry. Berry is an Olympic hammer thrower from St. Louis and SIU who has become known for her athletic ability as well as her role as an activist.   Be sure to download and subscribe to the Sports Plus Podcast as well as rate and review.

Cardinals concern: Does recent rough stretch warrant June panic?

For the second year in a row, the Blues are out of the hunt for the Stanley Cup after one round. This time, in a sweep. Hanna Yates and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller to talk about the Blues' woes against the Avalanche and what may be next for Doug Armstrong in the offseason.   (4:40) The Cardinals dropped their first series against the Cubs at Busch Stadium in 600 days, but it provided some fun moments. The Miles Mikolas injury is concerning and Edmundo Sosa is making the most of his opportunity. The Cardinals also get ready to take on Tony La Russa and the White Sox.   (10:00) Phil Mickelson beat father time and became the oldest man to win a Major with his 2021 PGA Championship victory. So who are some other "old guys" we enjoy watching? We discuss.   (15:05) And the greatest player in St. Louis Blues history, Brett Hull, stops by for a signature no filter interview with Frank Cusumano. Hull talks current Blues, his good (and not so good) memories from his playing days and some rapid fire back and forth with Frank.   Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts.      

Blues swept away, Cardinals take on Tony and a conversation with Brett Hull

The Blues are back in the hunt for the Stanley Cup and we're going along for the ride. Join 5 On Your Side's Chasing the Cup as special episodes of the Sports Plus Podcast as we bring you the latest news and analysis from the Blues' journey in the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs. In Episode 1, Corey Miller and Hanna Yates break down the Colorado first round match up and look at how much the David Perron absence could impact the team.

Chasing the Cup Episode 1: Blues head to Colorado looking to pull an upset

It's an exciting time in St. Louis for our two biggest teams. Andy Mohler, Hanna Yates and Ahmad Hicks join Corey Miller on this week's Sports Plus Podcast to break it all down. (0:10) The group looks at the recent hot streak by the Cardinals that has them sitting atop the National League standings, the continued grace of Adam Wainwright and Yadier Molina, the unsung do-it-all hot start from Tommy Edman at the top of the lineup, Jack Flaherty's build to back to being in beast mode and how big the upcoming week against Milwaukee and San Diego is. (6:45) We take a look at the Albert Pujols situation, Cardinals fans clamoring for a return and why it doesn't work. (10:26) The Blues finally clinched, but now what? What do they need to work on before the playoffs arrive? Do they have a chance against Vegas in the first round? And is this season a success or not regardless? (17:15) We hear an extended interview with former Blues captain David Backes as he winds down his NHL career. Backes talks about his career, Blues memories and what might be next. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts.    

Cardinals stay hot, Pujols-palooza sets off the internet and the Blues finally clinch a playoff spot

The weather is warming up and the heat is turning up on the Cardinals and Blues. We dive in on the Sports Plus Podcast. Frank Cusumano and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller to break down Carlos Martinez's resurgence, Tyler O'Neill recapturing spring magic and the Cardinals continuing to put the beat down on below average teams. The crew also assesses if it's time to breathe easier when it comes to thinking about the Blues in the playoffs, what the match up could look like for them in the first round and what Klim Kostin's arrival could bring. Corey, Frank and Andy take a look at the big stories of the NFL Draft as well, and highlight some notable Mizzou names taken. Stick around for an extended interview with former Mizzou and Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman Howard Richards as he talks about the draft, Drinkwitz's momentum at Mizzou and his own unique career. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. (Editor's note. The Cowboys did not draft Jaycee Horn. He was selected by Carolina.)

Tsunami rising, Blues breathing easier and NFL Draft breakdown

The NHL season is winding down, the baseball season is just beginning and there's no shortage of topics to talk about on the Sports Plus Podcast. On this week's episode, Ahmad Hicks, Hanna Yates, Frank Cusumano and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller to talk about some newfound Blues confidence, the magic of Ryan O'Reilly and who needs to step up to make the playoffs. On the Cardinals side the group dives into some recent upward trends for guys like Dylan Carlson and Jack Flaherty, as well as the improved outings from the rest of the rotation. Also in this week's episode you'll here an extended conversation with Frank and the one-and-only Pete Rose. Frank talks with baseball's hit king about his Cardinals relationships, how he wants to be remembered and of course the inevitable hall of fame debate. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts!

Cards and Blues inspire confidence, plus a conversation with Pete Rose

The Sports Plus Podcast is diving into the hottest topics for your St. Louis teams. This week Frank Cusumano, Andy Mohler and Hanna Yates join Corey Miller to talk about the Cardinals' inconsistent offensive start, starter woes when it comes to going deep into games, Yadi's hot start as the most impressive catcher in baseball and if it's time to pull the plug on Matt Carpenter. The crew also dives into the Blues' depressing ride to the finish line, if there's any chance for some magic there and looking back on how St. Louis remembered the late Bobby Plager. Also stick around for Frank's extended Sports Plus interview with hockey Hall of Famer Chris Pronger. Be sure to download and subscribe as well and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts.

Up and down Cards, Blues on the brink of collapse and a visit with Chris Pronger

With the Cardinals and Blues now both in season, it's an exciting sports time in St. Louis. Frank Cusumano and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller on this week's Sports Plus Podcast to discuss the Blues' quiet trade deadline, the team's newfound swagger, Mike Hoffman's role on the Blues, the Cardinals' pitching and outfield woes, Nolan Arenado's arrival and which ballplayer we'd want to be for a day. We'll also hear an extended interview with the one and only, Ozzie Smith on Arenado, if Whiteyball would play in 2021 and why he never ever turned down an autograph. Be sure to download and subscribe to the Sports Plus Podcast wherever you get your podcasts as well as rate and review.

Blues get their swagger back and Arenado introduces himself to St. Louis

Rejoice, St. Louis! Opening Day is finally here! With the Cardinals on the road in Cincinnati, another baseball season is upon us, and we're going to be there every step of the way on Cardinals Plus hosted by Corey Miller and Ahmad Hicks. Our Cardinals Plus show will drop weekly on the 5 On Your Side YouTube channel. We're doing some cross-promoting with our Opening Day episode, which can also be found here as an episode of our Sports Plus Podcast. Corey and Ahmad give predictions, talk hot topics and welcome a special guest in this episode. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts.

Baseball is back! A full preview of the Cardinals' 2021 season

It's a busy time in the sports world and the Sports Plus Podcast has it all covered. On this week's episode, Corey Miller, Frank Cusumano, Hanna Yates and Andy Mohler dig into the craziness of this year's NCAA Tournament, the disappointing showings from Mizzou and Illinois, what to do with Matt Carpenter, why Jordan Kyrou is clicking again and a debate on the place of the DH in National League baseball. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review the Sports Plus Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

Reviewing March Madness damage and looking at the end of Cardinals' camp

It's one of the most exciting times on the sports calendar. The NCAA Tournament is here! Corey Miller, Frank Cusumano, Ahmad Hicks and Andy Mohler break down the paths for No. 1 seed Illinois and No. 9 seed Mizzou, which teams they like in the Final Four, which St. Louis kids could show out, which teams could play spoiler and what the SLU Billikens are thinking sitting on the outside of the Tournament bubble. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts!

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