Gashouse Gang

Chris Rongey and Mike Claiborne welcome Cardinals starter Andre Pallante on the program as the Cardinals begin another roadtrip tonight against the Houston Astros.

Chris and Bern break down the Cardinals’ strong 10–8 start to the 2026 season, highlighting their success in close games, aggressive base running, and commitment to situational hitting. The guys look at the tight NL Central race and what this year means for a team balancing evaluation and competing.

Xavier Scruggs joins the show to dive into Jordan Walker’s swing changes and early power surge, plus JJ Wetherholt’s impressive approach and upside. They also discuss the long-term outlook of the Cardinals’ young core and what still needs to improve on the pitching side.

The hour wraps with a look at the Cardinals’ rotation concerns and a quick check-in on the Blues as they close out the season and head into an important offseason.

Tom Ackerman, Chris Rongey, and Bernie Miklasz host The Gashouse Gang and speak with Cardinals manager Oli Marmol as part of his weekly appearance on KMOX. Oli touches on Jordan Walker’s offensive power, the team's pitching struggles, the automated balls-strikes system, and his core of catchers. Rob Cerfolio, Cardinals Assistant General Manager of Player Development and Performance, also joins the show to discuss what he looks for in young pitchers, the gap from Triple-A to the bigs, and his thoughts on catching prospect Jimmy Crooks.

Tom Ackerman and Chris Rongey host The Gashouse Gang and recap the Cardinals’ series loss to the Red Sox, despite Jordan Walker continuing to tear the cover off the ball. MLB Network analyst Greg Amsinger joins the show to discuss Walker’s power, the Cardinals’ catching depth, and their chances in a winnable NL Central. Cardinals broadcaster Mike Claiborne joins the show to talk more Cardinals baseball, and Amy Marxkors joins to discuss the Blues missing the playoffs and their chances at draft picks.

It's another edition of The Gashouse Gang on KMOX! Chris Rongey, Mike Claiborne and Matt Pauley open the show by previewing the series against the Red Sox. The guys also touch on the early success that we've seen from Jordan Walker so far this year. Then, we are joined by Bengie Molina, who discusses the art of calling a game behind the plate as well has his thoughts on ABS.