11th Inning Stretch

(Image Courtesy of CBS Sports) On this episode of the 11th Inning Stretch, This week, on the show’s final episode, Paul details what went wrong for the Cardinals in 2018. Previewing ahead to 2019, he goes into what the top needs are for the team and gives some names (both realistic and not) that...

(photo courtesy of the Associated Press) On this episode of the 11th Inning Stretch, This week, Paul discusses the ever-changing playoff picture for each of the teams in the National League. The Cardinals shot themselves in the foot while the Rockies took advantage of the chaos. Suddenly, the Dodgers and Cards may be on the...

On this episode of the 11th Inning Stretch, We are down to the final week of the season, and the Cardinals are looking to stave off the Rockies and Dodgers, and catch the Brewers in the wild card. This week, Paul discusses the NL wild card as well as other races around the majors.  There’s a team...

(Photo courtesy of Laurie Skrivan of the St. Louis – Post Dispatch)   On this episode of the 11th Inning Stretch, The Cardinals have had some major issues with situational hitting, especially with runners in scoring position. Paul discusses that if this isn’t fixed, the Cardinals could have a short stint in the playoffs, and may...

(Photo courtesy of Jeff Roberson of the Associated Press) On this week’s show, Paul discusses the Cardinals scuffling in early September. Bud Norris is on shaky ground and the bullpen needs to get fixed….and fast. However, as bad as the bullpen has been, there’s another reason the Cardinals lost the series to the Reds –...

(Photo courtesy of Dilip Vishwanat of Getty Images) Paul discusses Mike Shildt being named permanent manager of the Cardinals after a fantastic stretch of games. Also, he addresses listener questions from social media. Specifically, should Tyler O’Neill get a contract extension, and what are Jack Flaherty’s rookie of the year chances? Paul rounds out the...

On this week’s show, Paul talks about his trip to Cuba he took last weekend. There are some stark differences in baseball between Cuba and the USA, but seeing a game in Cuba is nothing like seeing one in America. It was an incredibly unique experience that every baseball fan should get to witness. In...

On this week’s show, Paul discusses the Cardinals 8 game winning streak and 5 game series win streak, and whether this type of play is sustainable. With so many important games over the next month, should we expect the young guys to keep up the pace? It’s the time of year where everyone scoreboard...

On this week’s show, Paul discusses the past series against the Marlins, as well as dives into the argument for Matt Carpenter for MVP. Many fans believe that if a player plays on a losing team, he should be disqualified from postseason awards. Paul argues that thinking that way is outdated. Also, the Cardinals’ upcoming schedule...

On this week’s show, Paul grades all the deals at the trade deadline. Who are the winners and losers? Also, the Cardinals had a deadline the fans have become too familiar with…one that doesn’t add any clarity to the roster or the season. Paul talks about that and rounds out the show by previewing...