Sports on a Sunday Morning

Full Show: Marmol Extended, Bloom Explains, SLU at 26–3, and NASCAR Weekend Preview

Live from Jupiter, the Cardinals extend Oli Marmol through 2028 with a 2029 club option, reinforcing alignment between Bill DeWitt Jr., Chaim Bloom, and the manager during a pivotal franchise reset. Bernie Miklasz reacts to the move, while Bloom joins to detail why continuity, honesty, and top-to-bottom organizational alignment matter in a true rebuild. Plus, Josh Schertz breaks down SLU’s 91–76 win over Duquesne as the Billikens sit at 26–3 and chase an A-10 title, Jason Coomer highlights Lindenwood’s OVC surge and Division I hockey growth, and Chris Blair previews a massive year at World Wide Technology Raceway, including the IndyCar prime-time night race and NASCAR playoff weekend that could coincide with a major Cardinals Hall of Fame celebration.

Hour 2: Marmol Extension Reaction, NASCAR Weekend Preview, and Bloom on the Cardinals Reset

Tom Ackerman opens with reaction to Oli Marmol’s two-year extension plus a 2029 club option, along with Billikens and NCAA Tournament talk, Arch Madness in St. Louis, and local sports previews. Chris Blair joins to discuss Tyler Reddick and 23XI Racing at COTA, the NASCAR playoff weekend at World Wide Technology Raceway in September, the IndyCar night race in June, and a potential Cardinals Hall of Fame crossover weekend. Cardinals President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom then explains why he believes in Marmol, the importance of organizational alignment, the club’s reset with a young core, JJ Wetherholt’s development, and early impressions of the pitching staff as spring battles continue.

Chaim Bloom on Marmol’s Extension, Organizational Alignment, and the Cardinals’ Reset

Cardinals President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom explains the two-year extension for Oli Marmol with a 2029 club option, detailing why continuity and alignment were critical during a franchise reset. Bloom discusses Marmol’s growth, open communication, and deep involvement in player development as the club builds its next core. He also evaluates top prospect JJ Wetherholt’s spring progress and shares early impressions of a competitive pitching staff as tough rotation decisions loom.

Chris Blair on WWT Raceway: NASCAR Playoffs, IndyCar Night Race, and a Massive September Weekend

Chris Blair previews a huge year at World Wide Technology Raceway, including Tyler Reddick and 23XI Racing’s surge, the Enjoy Illinois 300 NASCAR Cup playoff weekend in September, and the 10th running of the Bommarito Automotive Group 500 IndyCar night race on June 7. Blair details the new 750-horsepower package, rising ticket sales, Michael Jordan’s presence with 23XI, and a potential Cardinals Hall of Fame weekend crossover

Hour 1: Marmol Extended, Bernie Reacts, SLU at 26–3, Lindenwood Momentum

Hour 1 opens in Jupiter with the Cardinals extending Ollie Marmol through 2028 with a 2029 club option, reinforcing alignment between Bill DeWitt Jr., Chaim Bloom, and the manager during a pivotal rebuild. Bernie Miklasz reacts to the decision and explains why Bloom chose continuity over a splash move. Plus, Josh Schertz breaks down SLU’s 91–76 win over Duquesne as the Billikens sit at 26–3 and chase an A-10 title, and Lindenwood AD Jason Coomer discusses OVC success, Division I hockey growth, and the program’s push to hang banners.