Cardinals Manager Oliver Marmol and MLB Pipeline Insights on Pitching Performance, Lineup Strategy, and Top Prospect
Join host Joe Pott as he sits down with St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol for an insightful conversation about the team's recent pitching performance and lineup strategy. They discuss Miles Mikolas' impressive outing, Jordan Hicks' reliability as a closer, and the importance of building momentum before the all-star break. Marmol provides updates on injured players, including the evaluation of Jordan Montgomery, and shares his thoughts on Steven Matz's mindset for his upcoming start. They also touch on the impact of dental work on players and the potential return of Contreras. Additionally, Marmol praises Jordan Walker's development as an outfielder and discusses Nolan Gorman's progress both offensively and defensively.
Later, Joe welcomes Sam Dykstra from MLB Pipeline, who provides in-depth analysis and insights into the future of baseball's top prospects. They discuss the standout performances of Victor Scott II and Tink Hence in the Future Game, as well as the impact of young players in the MLB. Sam highlights the upcoming MLB Draft and the considerations teams face when selecting college players versus high school prospects. He also sheds light on Wyatt Langford's potential as the first pick and introduces Nolan Samuel, a lesser-known prospect from Florida Atlantic, who has shown exceptional plate discipline. Tune in for an engaging discussion about the Cardinals' strategy, future prospects, and the exciting world of MLB prospects.
