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The MLB postseason is down to eight teams, and CBS Sports MLB writer Matt Snyder joins the show to break down the Division Series matchups and what to expect as the road to the World Series continues. Snyder looks back at the Wild Card round, discusses which results surprised him, and explains why teams like the Brewers, Rays and Dodgers could be especially dangerous in October. The conversation covers the Brewers’ ability to consistently maximize their roster, the Padres’ dominant bullpen, Tampa Bay’s deep lineup and rotation, and whether the Yankees can knock off the Rays. Matt also explains why he expects the Dodgers to turn things up another level in October despite some uneven results against quality opponents late in the regular season. Plus, the guys discuss the Cardinals’ rebuilding season and why Matt considers it a successful step forward despite St. Louis missing the playoffs for a fourth consecutive year. They also preview Guardians-White Sox, Padres-Brewers and Dodgers-Braves before Matt gives his predictions for all four Division Series matchups. Powered by Graybar https://www.graybar.com/ Watch all the games at Mac's Downtown Alton or Mac's on Main in Belleville Sponsored by Collinsville Auto Body https://www.collinsvilleautobodyil.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Claiborne and Joe Roderick kick off October by putting a bow on the Cardinals’ 2026 season and looking ahead to what Chaim Bloom and the front office need to accomplish this offseason. Claibs explains why upgrading the pitching staff and bullpen must be a priority, what the Cardinals should do at third base, why it may be time to move on from Nolan Gorman, and which young players have established themselves as pieces of the future. The guys also turn their attention to the Blues, discussing the team’s new television setup, changes to the roster, Robert Thomas taking over as captain, the importance of improved defensive play, and what it will take for St. Louis to compete for a playoff spot. Plus, Claibs and Joe break down Mizzou’s loss to Mississippi State and the upcoming matchup with Florida, discuss the increasing pressure on college football coaches, weigh in on the proposed Save College Football Act, and wrap things up with the MLB postseason and what they’ve learned from the Wild Card round. It’s a packed October edition of Claibs & Joe covering the Cardinals, Blues, Mizzou, college football and the MLB postseason on STL Sports Central. Powered by: Graybar Sponsored by: Mac's Downtown and Mac's on Main in Belleville Sponsored by: PLM Companies Claibs Presented by: Painting and Decorating Foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Cardinals 2026 season now complete, listen to their Season Wrap-Up Press Conference with Chaim Bloom to get a head start on the off-season and what things will look like headed in to 2027. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Cardinals fall to the Milwaukee Brewers 6-4 in the final game of the 2026 season. Leo Bernal smacks his 5th home run of the season late in the game, as the Cardinals were unable to get any offense going against expected NL Cy Young Award winner, Jacob Misiorowski. Join Hunter Mulholland and Ethan Hannaford on the Cards Central Postgame show as they discuss the final game of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St Louis Cardinals fall to the Milwaukee Brewers by a 3-2 final in the second last game of the 2026 regular season. Cardinals offense only recorded 3 hits today, and struck out 15 times! But, Alec Burleson did hit his 26th home run of the year, now giving him 116 RBIs Joe Roderick & Ethan Hannaford break down all of the action on Cards Central Postgame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cardinals opened their final series in Milwaukee on Friday night and found themselves down 4-1, but fought back to tie things up at 4, with home runs from Jordan Walker and Alec Burleson. But in the 8th inning, errors by Justin Bruhil and Cade Winquest led to 4 more runs by the Brewers to give away the first game of the weekend Joe Roderick and Hunter Mulholland have your postgame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There goes the chance for the Cardinals to finish .500 as they drop their 82nd game of the season thanks to an offense that continues to stay silent most games and an egregious decision by a guy who (maybe) won't have to play that position any longer... Join the show in the chat! Brought to you by PLM Companies! If your business needs ANYTHING when it comes to supply chain management, you need to work with PLM Companies. Packaging, pallets, recycling, transportation, automation equipment, third party logistics, they do it all! To get a quote visit: https://plmcompanies.com/get-a-quote And one of their team members will reach out to you. PLM Companies, The Strongest Link In Your Supply Chain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After last night's rough offensive performance, the Cardinals bats showed up on Wednesday night. The Pirates threw a bullpen game, and the offense was ready, jumping out to an early lead and holding out to get back in the win column Cards pitching looked really good, with Matthew Liberatore getting his first win since July, and the bullpen going 3.1 innings of no-hit ball Joe Roderick and Stefan Caray have your postgame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cardinals’ offense goes quiet in Pittsburgh as St. Louis manages just one hit and strikes out 14 times in a 2-0 loss to the Pirates. Chris Pelican and Ethan Hannaford break down Jared Jones’ dominant performance, the Cardinals’ struggles at the plate, and what they want to see from the club as it plays out the final week of the season. The conversation then turns toward the bigger picture. What did the Cardinals learn about their young core in 2026? Chris and Ethan discuss the futures of Alec Burleson, Jordan Walker, J.J. Wetherholt, Masyn Winn and Ivan Herrera, along with the organization’s growing collection of pitching prospects. They also debate when the Cardinals should begin turning their prospect depth into major-league talent, whether extensions could be coming for key players, and how Chaim Bloom and the DeWitt family could approach payroll moving forward. Plus, with a potential MLB work stoppage looming after the season, what could a new CBA, salary cap or salary floor mean for the future of the Cardinals? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Claiborne and Joe Roderick are back for another Monday edition of Claibs & Joe on STL Sports Central, breaking down a busy weekend across baseball, college football and the NFL. With the Cardinals entering the final six games of another season without a playoff appearance, Claibs discusses what he wants to see from the club down the stretch and looks ahead to potential managerial changes around Major League Baseball. The guys also react to Ole Miss knocking off LSU in Lane Kiffin’s return to Oxford, debate the direction of ESPN’s College GameDay, and discuss the changing landscape of college football. Plus, Mike Tomlin is already making headlines in his new role with NBC, several expected NFL contenders are off to slow starts, Buffalo has impressed early, and injuries are already becoming a major storyline around the league. Finally, Claibs looks ahead to the MLB postseason race and why pitching depth could ultimately determine which teams survive October. Powered by- Graybar Watch all the games at Mac's in Downtown Alton and Mac's on Main in Belleville Sponsored by- PLM Companies Claibs is brought to you by the Painting and Decorating Foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Quinn Mathews once again was solid for the Cardinals on Sunday, but the power of Ivan Herrera and Leo Bernal led the way for the Cards to close out Busch Stadium this season with a win. Joe Roderick has your postgame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cardinals fought back from being down 3-0 to tie things up in the 9th, and once again in the 10th. But failure to get the big hit in both of those innings would cost them as they fall 8-5 in 11 innings, losing the series to the Nationals Joe Roderick and Hunter Mulholland host Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle Leahy was hit early and often in his 3 innings of work, and the Cardinals were quickly down 9-0 on Friday night vs the Nationals. They would lose the game, and with the loss, will now officially miss playing in October for the 4th consecutive season. Come talk it over with Joe Roderick on today's postgame show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Claiborne joins Joe Roderick for another edition of Claibs & Joe on STL Sports Central, with the 2026 Cardinals season nearing the finish line and football season kicking into high gear. Claibs and Joe break down what the Cardinals have learned during an evaluation-heavy season and look ahead to some of the biggest questions facing the club in 2027. They discuss Riley O’Brien’s recent struggles and the future of the closer role, Matthew Liberatore’s place on the pitching staff, the Cardinals’ options at third base, and whether prospects like Rainiel Rodriguez could eventually factor into the equation. They also examine what the final games of the season could mean for several players fighting for roles next year. Then the conversation shifts to football, including the changing landscape of college football, the transfer portal’s impact on recruiting and roster building, early-season conference matchups, and why it’s becoming harder to evaluate teams in September. Plus, Claibs gives his thoughts on the opening of the NFL season, Buffalo’s outlook, and why Week 1 results shouldn’t always be taken at face value. Sponsored by: Graybar Draft Kings Painting and Decorating Foundation Collinsville Auto Body Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew Liberatore only allowed 1 run in his final start at Busch Stadium for the season, but the offense couldn't figure out Anthony Molina. The Giants late inning pitching and defense made things interesting late with errors leading to a few Cardinals runs, plus walks in the 9th allowed the Cardinals to tie things up with a Leo Bernal 2-out single But the Cardinals once again went to Riley O'Brien in the 10th and on the first pitch, he gave up a 2-run homer to give the Giants back the lead. The Giants would survive another threat by the Cardinals in the bottom half of the inning, but lose 6-5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices