About this episode
St. Louis Cardinals brace for a challenging NL Central race as predictions point to a possible last-place finish in 2026. Can fans handle a rebuilding season with stars like Sonny Gray, Nolan Arenado, and Willson Contreras gone? JD Hafron explores whether Cardinals Nation is ready for growing pains as young talents Masyn Winn, Nolan Gorman, and Jordan Walker take center stage, and questions if this reset sets the franchise up for a new era of success.Hot topics include the latest Brendan Donovan trade rumors, the impact of divisional rivals’ big offseason moves, and the launch of Cardinals TV, which ends blackout woes for St. Louis fans. JD Hafron breaks down the pros and cons of trading key assets, debates the strategy behind recent roster changes, and discusses how the evolving bullpen and rotation could shape the Cardinals’ future. Will Cardinals fans rally behind a youth-driven rebuild?0:00 — Cardinals’ NL Central Outlook11:40 — Brendan Donovan Trade Rumors21:25 — Cardinals TV AnnouncementFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…? https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-st-louis-cardinals/Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More? https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonstlcardinals.supercast.com/Follow on Twitter/X: @JDSPORTSRADIOFollow the show on Twitter/X: @LO_CardinalsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life.Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcastFanDuelIf you’re a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLE
