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KSDK's Sports Plus

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KSDK’s Sports Plus Podcast leans on decades of St. Louis sports knowledge to dissect, analyze, debate, storytell and add historical context to the sports topics captivating the fans of the St. Louis metro area. From Cardinals, to Mizzou to locals excelling on the big stage of the NBA, the KSDK Sports Plus Podcast has you covered.
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Episodes

Cardinals pitching questions, Blues deadline deal and Mizzou finds a new hoops coach

It's a loaded time on the St. Louis sports calendar. Frank Cusumano and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller to talk about Cardinals Spring Training and pitching concerns, the Blues' deadline deal for a defenseman, Mizzou's new head man in Dennis Gates and how to view this Illinois basketball season. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review.

Mar 23, 202215 min

Wild NFL season reaches playoffs, adversity makes Blues stronger and guest Dick Vermeil

On this week's episode of the Sports Plus Podcast, Frank Cusumano and Andy Mohler join host Corey Miller to talk some football, hockey and enjoy an interview with the only head coach to win a Super Bowl in St. Louis. 0:20 - Crazy NFL regular season finishes and playoff storylines 6:40 - Blues weather the COVID storm and still sit as one of best in league 10:00 - Former St. Louis Rams head coach Dick Vermeil talks about "American Underdog", Hall of Fame chances, "Greatest Show on Turf" as the bes...

Jan 11, 202218 minEp. 117

Blues excitement ramps up in 2022 and regional hoops teams are a mixed bag

The Sports Plus Podcast is back for 2022. 5 On Your Side Sports Director Frank Cusumano joined Corey Miller to look at the exciting Blues bolstered by a reinvigorated Vladimir Tarasenko, the mixed bag of college hoops around the area and what the Cardinals need to do once the lockout ends. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts.

Jan 04, 20228 minEp. 116

Cardinals offseason off to interesting start, Blues battle COVID again and one-on-one with Adam Wainwright

In this episode of the Sports Plus Podcast, Corey Miller and Andy Mohler take a look at the latest happenings in St. Louis sports. The Cardinals have a new manager, five Gold Glovers and lots of questions entering free agency. The Blues are battling COVID once again and are still putting out a competitive product. The lawsuit against the Rams and the NFL continues to deliver news. And Adam Wainwright talks about just about everything for a half hour. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as ...

Nov 09, 202144 minEp. 115

Cardinals shock St. Louis with firing of Mike Shildt

This week on the Sports Plus Podcast, Frank Cusumano and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller to talk about the biggest story in St. Louis sports: The firing of Cardinals manager Mike Shildt. It was an abrupt and somewhat confusing divorce that was only characterized as "philosophical differences" by John Mozeliak, and Shildt himself declined to elaborate much more. We break down the shock of the firing, the things we didn't like about it, who could be next at the helm for the Cardinals and hear Mike S...

Oct 19, 202122 minEp. 114

Wild Card fever: The Cardinals roar into the playoffs, and we have your Wild Card Game preview

It's time for another October of Cardinals baseball in St. Louis. After roaring into the playoffs as the second NL Wild Card team, the Cardinals are one of the hottest teams in the postseason and a scary opponent for the rest of the league. Frank Cusumano and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller on this episode of the Sports Plus Podcast to dissect how the team even got here in the first place, break down the biggest reasons for their revival and look at their chances to advance past the NL Wild Card g...

Oct 05, 202120 minEp. 113

The Streak: Cardinals refuse to lose as they rocket towards playoffs

It's one of the most exciting sports times of the year in St. Louis. Frank Cusumano and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller to discuss the latest on the STL sports scene. The Cardinals are riding a franchise-best winning streak and are primed to begin another postseason quest. How did they get there? Who's to credit? How long could the good times continue? We break it down. The Blues are also back in action as training camp is underway ahead of the 2021-2022 season. We look at the recent Zach Sanford ...

Sep 28, 202115 minEp. 112

Back from the dead, Cardinals roar into Wild Card race

It may have been hard to imagine just a few weeks ago, but the Cardinals are in the driver's seat for a postseason berth. Andy Mohler joins Corey Miller to talk about the crazy run, Tyler O'Neill's emergence and how the pitching might set up down the stretch. Also on this episode, we check in with the St. Louis lawsuit against the Rams and the NFL, and how everything seems to be breaking the right way for our town. With the Blues getting ready to start camp, Andy and Corey look at the Vladimir T...

Sep 21, 202116 minEp. 111

Cardinals hit pivotal point of 2021, Mizzou and Illinois football previews and Mike Shannon's curtain call

The Cardinals are clinging to a chance and we're breaking it down. This week on the Sports Plus Podcast Frank Cusumano and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller to take a look at the recent Cardinals' news and how they somehow still have a legitimate shot at making the playoffs. The group also looks at how the 2021-2022 season could shake out for area college football programs Mizzou and Illinois. The spotlight interview this week is Cardinals broadcaster Mike Shannon, who has just a few games remaining...

Aug 31, 202116 minEp. 110

So you're saying the Cardinals have a chance?

The baseball season is winding down and the Cardinals are still clinging to a chance at playing in the postseason. On this week's episode of the Sports Plus Podcast, Frank Cusumano, Andy Mohler and Ahmad Hicks join Corey Miller to look at what's been going right lately, why there's cause for optimism, what could still be standing in their way and also a look at this weekend's Cardinals Hall of Fame induction ceremony. This week we'll also take a look at the Missouri Tigers football team getting ...

Aug 17, 202121 minEp. 109

Isaac Bruce finally gets his call to the Hall, Cardinals struggles continue and local Olympians win big

This week on the Sports Plus Podcast, Frank Cusumano, Ahmad Hicks and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller to discuss new Pro Football Hall of Famer Isaac Bruce, the Cardinals' continued slide into mediocrity and some of our local athletes coming home from the Tokyo Olympics with gold. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts.

Aug 10, 202112 minEp. 108

Olympics roll on with mixed results for local athletes and big storylines abound

The Olympics are winding down in Tokyo and there have been a number of storylines we've been following. Casey Nolen joins Corey Miller on the Sports Plus Podcast to look at how St. Louis athletes have faired in the Olympics and how some of the top storylines have played out. Be sure to download and subscribe as well as rate and review wherever you get your podcasts.

Aug 04, 202128 minEp. 107

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

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.

Jul 27, 202112 minEp. 106

Tokyo Olympics preview with Rene Knott and Casey Nolen

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 g...

Jul 21, 202131 minEp. 105

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

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.

Jul 13, 202114 minEp. 104

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

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.

Jun 22, 202119 minEp. 103

Cardinals concern: Does recent rough stretch warrant June panic?

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 lo...

Jun 08, 202119 minEp. 102

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

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. ...

May 25, 202135 minEp. 101

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

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.

May 18, 202112 minEp. 100

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

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 th...

May 11, 202139 minEp. 99

Tsunami rising, Blues breathing easier and NFL Draft breakdown

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...

May 04, 202127 minEp. 98

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

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 impr...

Apr 27, 202135 minEp. 97

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

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 ...

Apr 20, 202140 minEp. 96

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

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 wou...

Apr 13, 202128 minEp. 95

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

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...

Mar 23, 202130 minEp. 93

Bracket season, anyone?

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 podc...

Mar 16, 202135 minEp. 92

Don't taunt Yadi, Tarasenko returns and March Madness gets started

This week on the Sports Plus Podcast, Hanna Yates, Ahmad Hicks and Andy Mohler join Corey Miller to talk about Yadi's epic battle with an Astros prospect, Cardinals rotation concerns early in spring training, SLU's A-10 tourney collapse, Tarasenko's return for Blues and Brad Beal and Jayson Tatum's place in St. Louis basketball history. Mizzou head football coach Eli Drinkwitz also joins Ahmad Hicks to talk about beginning his second year at the helm of the Tigers. Be sure to download and subscr...

Mar 09, 202130 minEp. 91

Who fills out the Cardinals rotation, best and worst STL uniforms of all-time and a special Mizzou/SLU crossover

This week on the Sports Plus Podcast, Frank Cusumano, Andy Mohler and Hanna Yates join Corey Miller to talk about candidates for the Cardinals' opening in the rotation, Nolan Gorman's new future with St. Louis, getting to know Jordan Kyrou, the rough weeks for Mizzou and SLU hoops and debate the best and worst St. Louis uniforms of all-time. We also hear from Mizzou head basketball coach Cuonzo Martin and SLU head basketball coach Travis Ford together in a special interview for Sports Plus. Be s...

Feb 23, 202131 minEp. 90

Cards ready to head south, Blues get out of Arizona spiral and taking it to the Rams

There's lots going on in the world of St. Louis sports, and our team is covering it all. Ahmad Hicks, Hanna Yates, Andy Mohler and Frank Cusumano join Corey Miller this week to talk about burning Cardinals questions as the team readies for Spring Training, the Blues and their Arizona marathon, the emergence of Justin Faulk, not letting the Rams get off the hook in St. Louis and remembering Leon Spinks. Be sure to download and subscribe to the Sports Plus Podcast as well as rate and review wherev...

Feb 16, 202136 minEp. 89

Cards turn up offseason heat, Super Bowl takeaways and one-on-one with Nolan Arenado

It's one of the most exciting sports times of the year, and we're breaking it all down on the Sports Plus Podcast. On this episode, we look at the suddenly red hot offseason of the Cardinals, the Robert Thomas injury for the Blues, Brady's incredible continued excellence in the Super Bowl and Mizzou hoops' impressive week. We also go one-on-one with newest Cardinal Nolan Arenado. Be sure to download and subscribe to get notified of our latest episodes, as well as rate and review us.

Feb 09, 202130 minEp. 88
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