Cardinals’ broadcaster John Rooney joins co-hosts Chris Hrabe and Mike Claiborne for the duration of the first hour of tonight’s program. The longtime radio and television announcer discusses his outlook on the Central division, the organization’s use of its young prospects, the Hall of Fame election of former catcher Ted Simmons and much more. Rooney also previews the upcoming 62nd annual St. Louis Baseball Writers’ Dinner on Sunday, January 19th. In hour two, hear from three-time American League Manager of the Year Buck Showalter who discusses his involvement in the I-70 Baseball Coaches Clinic and what it takes to make a good manager in the modern era. Next, Hall of Fame writer Rick Hummell joins the show to talk Ted Simmons, Mike Shildt and the Baseball Writers’ Dinner. Finally, Cardinals Care Executive Director Michael Hall enlightens us on the fast-approaching Winter Warm Up which takes place January 18th through the 20th.
