In the first hour of tonight’s Sports Open Line, Matt Pauley is joined by Blues writer for NHL.com Lou Korac to discuss the Blues’ 4 game win streak, Jordan Kyrou’s hat trick vs the Canucks, Jordan Binnington’s improvements, and a skill set of Vladimir Tarasenko’s that Lou believes is underrated. Missouri State football’s new head coach Ryan Beard then joins the show to talk about his new role and his coaching journey that brought him to where he is today. Also discussed on Sports Open Line: The 2023 Major League Soccer schedule has been released; the annual Mizzou vs Illinois Braggin’ Rights basketball takes place Thursday at the Enterprise Center amidst a predicted snow storm; and complications rise during San Francisco Giants shortstop Carlos Correa’s physical exam.
Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley airs weeknights 6-8pm on KMOX barring any Billikens or NFL games. Join the show by calling or texting (314) 436-7900 or by tweeting to Matt @MattPauleyOnAir. Listen live at 1120AM, 98.7FM, or on the free Audacy app.