pitching staff

In this segment, Tom Ackerman discusses the latest insights from Cardinals' spring training with Matt Pauley. The focus is on Sonny Gray's live BP session, his detailed communication with catchers, and the positive impact he's having on the pitching staff. The conversation extends to Wilson Contreras's leadership as a starting catcher and the overall energy observed in the team. Matt also shares observations on pitchers like Kyle Gibson, highlighting his unique approach and positive influence on the team's culture. As the full squad reports for workouts, the anticipation for Grapefruit League games builds, providing fans with a glimpse into the team's preparations for the upcoming season

Step into an exclusive conversation with John Mozeliak, the President of Baseball Operations for the St. Louis Cardinals. Mozeliak offers a deep dive into the Cardinals' offseason moves, spotlighting the strategic signings of Lance Lynn, Kyle Gibson, and Sonny Gray. Explore Mozeliak's insights on fortifying the team's pitching roster, elevating clubhouse dynamics, and navigating the ever-evolving trade market. 

Tom Ackerman is joined by John Mozeliak, the President of Baseball Operations for the Cardinals, as they discuss various aspects of the team's performance and future plans. They talk about the challenges of adding pitching, both in terms of risk and competition in the market. They also mention the importance of maintaining a strong bullpen and having depth to handle the demanding 162-game season. The conversation touches on potential staff changes and the need for role adjustments in the organization.

They also discuss a recent incident at the Cardinals' academy in the Dominican Republic, where armed men broke in, tied up staff, and stole various items. It's a concerning event, and they mention that they'll need to review and enhance security measures in the future. 

Quietly, the Blue Jays have baseball’s best pitching staff. So why does this team still feel frustrating? Arden and Ben try to make sense of it all (01:05) while also weighing in on the Level of Excellence (18:14) and looking ahead at the impact of some returning players (28:44).

This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling.

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What a week for the Blue Jays. After covering the Jays’ series win over the Orioles, Arden joins Ben for a discussion about the dramatic week that was (00:33), the state of the team’s pitching staff (19:25) and the recommended confidence level in various Jays players (38:15).

This episode is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling and Ben Nicholson-Smith.

Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca

Audio Credits: Sportsnet.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.