B-Schaeff Daily: St. Louis Cardinals Talk, Every Day

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Ep. 883: It's JJ Wetherholt's world. We're all just living in it. Mar 29, 2026

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Brenden Schaeffer discusses the latest JJ Wetherholt heroics as the Cardinals win over the Rays on Saturday at Busch Stadium, 6-5 in 10 innings.

If you thought Wetherholt's first MLB game was special, how about the encore? A walk-off winner by the rookie (and a defensive gem, as well) has Cardinal Nation riding high to begin the 2026 season.

Ep. 882: You couldn't have scripted a more PERFECT Opening Day for Cardinals new era! Mar 27, 2026

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Brenden Schaeffer takes you behind the scenes of an electric opening day at Busch Stadium. Hear from JJ Wetherholt, Oliver Marmol and Alec Burleson, with insights on many of the big moments that made Thursday an incredible memory for Cardinals fans!

Ep. 881: Well, we now know who will cover the Cardinals for MLB.com in 2026... Mar 25, 2026

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Brenden Schaeffer jumps on to discuss the news of the day -- his news!

Brenden will be covering Cardinals home games for MLB.com and Cardinals.com in 2026, and will be joined on the coverage team by Josh Jacobs (Dealin' the Cards) and Kyle Reis (Prospects After Dark) in their various roles.

Excited to get going with this new venture on Thursday for Opening Day at Busch! Follow the podcast feed for coverage all summer long!

Ep. 880: Explaining the Cardinals' surprising Nelson Velazquez decision Mar 24, 2026

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The Cardinals' did not create a spot on the 40-man roster for spring training standout slugger Nelson Velazquez, optioning him to AAA to begin the season.

Who plays left field now with Nootbaar on the IL? We'll discuss that information and the potential thought process behind the surprising front office decision.

Plus, tune into the show WEDNESDAY for an fun announcement.

Ep. 879: Yadi or Albert for Cardinals HOF? Or will it be... both? Feb 28, 2026

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Brenden Schaeffer described the lay of the land with the Cardinals Hall of Fame ballot featuring Yadier Molina and Albert Pujols for the first time.Rest assured, this won't be a year where the vote is limited to one player being selected.

Ep. 878: Is Ramon Urias signing a good fit for Cardinals roster? What could it mean for Saggese and Fermin? Feb 24, 2026

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Brenden Schaeffer discusses whether the Ramon Urias signing from over the weekend is a good fit for the Cardinals roster and what it could mean for Thomas Saggese and Jose Fermin.

Ep. 877: Is JJ Wetherholt being considered for Cardinals leadoff man? Feb 20, 2026

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Brenden Schaeffer discusses the possibility that JJ Wetherholt could be considered for a role as the Cardinals leadoff man in 2026.

Would it be putting too much on his plate, too soon? Or is the club's top prospect simply built for this?

Ep. 876: How is Yadier Molina's presence impacting Cardinals spring training camp? Feb 19, 2026

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Brenden Schaeffer discusses a topic that has been often fantasized about by Cardinals fans, but is one that has now come to fruition as Yadier Molina has been at Cardinals spring training in Jupiter in recent days, sharing his wisdom with the next generation of catchers.

What has the impact been, plus, we clean up some misconceptions about Ivan Herrera working in the outfield earlier in the week.

Ep. 875: Cardinals announce decision on Cijntje's switch-pitching future Feb 17, 2026

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The Cardinals announced the way they will be handling new prospect Loo Cijntje as a switch pitcher in 2026 big-league camp after the talented 22-year-old threw in games as both a lefty and a righty last season in the Seattle organization.

His inclusion among the Cards' prospect ranks now paints the minor-league pitching depth in an even more intriguing light.

Ep. 874: Is Andrew McCutchen the answer to the Cardinals search for RH outfield help? Feb 13, 2026

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Brenden Schaeffer discusses the concept of the Cardinals reaching out to longtime rival player Andrew McCutchen to fill the need for some right-handed hitting outfield help.

With the Pirates shunning Cutch and the longtime star believing he's got gas left in the tank, there's a case to be made that he fits what St. Louis needs on its roster--and that his 2025 stats show how he could contribute this summer for the Redbirds.

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