Travis Green and Charlie Meyer discuss the slow off-season, and what could be holding things up. Charlie gives some insight on why deals usually happen closer to the Winter Meetings. They kick around the idea of teams waiting for Giancarlo Stanton and why that may be taking so long and how longs teams like the Cards can wait.

Charlie and Travis discuss the Giancarlo Stanton rumors, the secondary market when it comes to bats for the Cards, the ultimate feeling that this is going to be a let down, and the Cardinals other needs.

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green talks about the World Series, and the positive impact it has had on baseball. They discuss the recent trend of analytical managers being hired in baseball, and the Cardinals role in that. Finally, they wrap up the show with the top three items on their Cardinals offseason checklist.

What does Charlie and Travis make of Mike Maddux being added to the staff? What about Oquendo and McGee? A little nostalgia? World Series now a best of 5 Jake Arrieta an option for the Cardinals?

MLB Postseason - long games - does it bother you? Is this a problem that MLB can fix? 4 teams in LCS are young and built to last - which one is in best position to sustain it? How can the Cardinals build what these postseason teams have?

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green discuss the Cardinals end of the season press conference. Their big takeaways from it. Is there a disconnect in the organization? Biggest offseason for Matheny as manager? MLB Playoff predictions

Cardinals still in it - so are you a Cubs or Brewers fan? Charlie Meyer and Travis Green discuss that. Dexter Fowler's first season - is it a disappointment? They dive into that topic and debate it. Going into 2018 - do the Cards have a foundation they can build on? Travis is a little more optimistic than Charlie. Luke Weaver deserves a lot of praise but is he ready to fill Lance Lynn's role?

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green kickoff episode 51 talking about the Cardinals getting ready for a weekend series vs. the Cubs, that neither of these franchise have seen before in September. They discuss how this team put themselves in this position, and if fans/media are spoiled to the point that they don't appreciate where they are at. Dave Cameron wrote a piece on FanGraphs praising the Cardinals "devil magic" as the team finds two more diamonds in the rough with 29 year old stars Jose...

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green discuss the Cardinals chances in the NL Wild Card, what does the success of the young Cardinals mean for the future, and what will Mozeliak do with the plethora of OF talent. Oh and they debate the topic of "is this the best managerial job, to date, for Mike Matheny.

The Cardinals front office approach to this season and the lack of outside moves and slow to make changes at MLB level is leading to frustration and with that Charlie Meyer and Travis Green discuss how much blame they deserve. They also discuss Luke Weaver finally getting his shot and if that could mean anything for Jack Flaherty.' The NL Wild Card vs. NL Central - which race seems more feasible? Charlie and Travis give their opinion And with Trevor Rosenthal out until late next year -...

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green discuss the Cardinals making a push for the NL Central crown and IF it could have a NEGATIVE impact on the team's offseason plans. They also talked about the spark lit by Tommy Pham and Yadi Molina. Cardinals bullpen instilling confidence despite Mo not making a deadline deal. They wrap up the show talking about Paul DeJong and Jose Martinez help carrying the team and how impressive DeJong has been in particular.

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green discuss the hot button issue that has become Yadier Molina's instagram posts. They discuss the nucleus of it, and wonder if Matheny has lost the clubhouse with a veteran leader taking swipes at him. The boys also discuss the Cardinals and their lack of movement at the deadline, and wonder if it makes sense to wait until the offseason. They come to conclusion this offseason will be an interesting one. Finally, they wrap up the podcast talking about the winners...

Charlie and Travis dive into an array of topics including: Success of teams like Milwaukee and Miami make Cardinals failure even more frustrating. Cardinals still seem reluctant to bring Lance Lynn back, but why? At what point do the Cardinals start to look at what 2018 brings you? Stanton rumors remain out there with Nightengale reporting the Cards have called Miami along with 3 other teams - are you surprised Miami still pushing out there? Why would you believe that the Cards would make...

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green discuss an array of topics on this week's podcast including: Young guys making an impact and why the Cardinals HAVE to keep on playing them Giancarlo Stanton not expected to waive his no trade clause...what does that mean for the Cardinals. Lance Lynn, should the Cards keep him around? Is he more valuable for your team than on the trade market. Jen Langosch says all Cardinals are available outside of guys like Martinez, Fowler, and Yadi...but what's their...

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green talk about the Cardinals roadtrip, and how Trevor Rosenthal's error is not only an indictment on Mike Matheny but the Cardinals as a whole. They also discuss Bill DeWitt's comments about not wanting to green light the money for Luis Robert and what it says about where this franchise's mindset is at. And they kick around the idea of getting a "big bat" for the Cardinals and a face of the franchise and the thought of putting everyone on the trade block...Carlos...

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green discuss the first half roller coaster ride and assessed where they stand going into the 2nd half. They discussed the players that were the biggest surprises and biggest disappointments in the 2nd half of the season. And why Mike Matheny has his work cut out for him in the 2nd half. They also discussed the notion of baseball "needing a face of the game" and why it is being overstated in a game with so many young stars.

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green discuss the new structure of the Cardinals front office and what does it mean? Aledmys Diaz the latest to go to Memphis and try to "get fixed"...how concerning is that for the Cardinals organization and coaching staff? Cardinals get 2 All-Stars by way of player vote...does the lack of fan vote put where the organization is at in perspective? Juiced ball theory? Are the boys buying it? And does it really matter?

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green discussed if it is time for the Cardinals to make a legitimate shakeup and become legit sellers? Which Cardinals would be appealing to teams looking for an upgrade? Who do the boys consider to be the Cards core group right now? Should this Cardinals down cycle be all that surprising considering they've been competitive for so long? If given one hitter, one pitcher, one GM, and one manager to start your team with who are you taking?

Charlie Meyer and Travis Green talked: NL Central keeping the Cards in it...should they consider being sellers? How do the Cardinals move forward with current roster and trying to get young players playing time? Mike Matheny vs. John Mozeliak - how should the blame be delved out? Young hitting stars all over baseball - why are we still hearing how boring the game is?

-Roller Coaster Ride with the Cardinals continues -Is the messaging with the Cardinals causing some of the issues? -Let's give praise to the starting pitching -Can't make sense of Cardinals home struggles -Mags Sierra going back down shows you baseball is a business -The Cardinals handling of the Jhonny Peralta situation will be interesting to watch -Cardinals farm system continues to churn out young pitching -Do the Cardinals have enough in the system to pull off a big trade? -Bat...

A different feel around St. Louis with the Cardinals, but how much is because of Cubs struggles? The impact of Mags Sierra The OF conundrum with the Cardinals Stephen Piscotty due back soon but should it be a given that he starts right away in RF Fun with the Cardinals number history Weekend series success more important for Cards than Cubs

Despite the pessimism the Cardinals still hover around .500 The lack of fundamentals and why that leads to the lack of trust with this Cards team Matt Carpenter and the reason Cardinals fans don't consider him "the guy" in the middle of the order Jedd Gyorko and are the Cardinals fans still underrating him? Sophomore slumps and why they are so prevalent in sports and are we worried about Aledmys Diaz Are you okay with guys swing with a 3-0 count? How about leading off an at-bat do you want...

-Carlos Martinez start to the season, the continued talk of "maturation," and why some have overbearing expectations with the Cards ace -The continual concern with the Cards defense -Is this a smart baseball team? Why do guys like Grichuk, Wong, and even Matt Carpenter make the same mistakes? -When can John Mozeliak look and properly assess this team? What position would make most sense to try and trade for? -No excuse for Bill DeWitt and the Cardinals not to sign top Cuban prospect Luis Robert

- Has the Cardinals slow start changed our minds at all about this team being a playoff contender? - Offensive struggles has Travis concerned and Charlie tries to talk him off the ledge - Should we be surprised by defensive struggles - When do you worry about slow starts and reward hot starts? Randal Grichuk vs. Jose Martinez

-Cardinals a sleeper for Jose Quintana? What would it take to get him? -Assessing the Kolten Wong situation why his comments wont play well in the locker room? Will he be a Cardinal at the end of the season? -Charlie and Travis discuss the Yadier Molina situation and why theres a big difference between resigning him and other Cardinal stars from the past -A preview of the 2017 Cardinals season why the feel this year coming out of camp should turn into a better season over/under 90...