The Opening Drive 101 ESPN | Hubbard Radio
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Hit the hole weekday mornings on The Opening Drive with Randy Karraker, Brooke Grimsley, and Dan McLaughlin.
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Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers
Jamie joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about how the Blues players still believe they have a chance, why that attitude is all Jamie cares about going into this final stretch, the little things he wants to see from the players even if they don't make the playoffs, if there's anything to take away from Buchy playing center and if he thinks Snuggy will be an impact player for the Blues next season.
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The Opening Drive - March 27th, 2024
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7:00 - Does the one final Cardinals move--Victor Scott II--get you excited for Opening Day tomorrow?
7:15 - Ask Uncle Randy!
7:30 - Spring training is over. What did you learn about the Cardinals? And what do you have NO IDEA about?
7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT
8:00 - Fresh Take: How should Victor Scott II be deployed? Lead off hitter with green light, or down in the lineup?
8:15 - Should we be happy with this Blues' season?
8:30 - The Fight
8:45 - Blues Booth: Blues analyst, 101 host Jamie Rivers on why the Blues players still believing is all that matters
9:00 – Rush Hour Reset
9:15 – Pick your MVP’s, Cy Youngs, ROY’s WITHOUT picking the favorite?
9:30 - Jordan Montgomery signed with the Diamondbacks. Should free agency have happened earlier? And how about the NL west?
9:45 - Rocc and Roll
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Former NHL forward, coach Tony Granato
Tony joins Randy, Danny & Brooke to talk about his current fight against non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, his connection with Kelly Chase in their hockey career that was magnified by them both being diagnosed around similar times, his favorite Chaser story and what it was like for him to get replaced by Quenneville but still stay on his coaching staff.
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Voice of the Blues, John Kelly
JK breaks down how the Vegas defense was able to slow down the Blues for the first two periods, how the Blues 11-7 model can be a little risky, how the play in the 3rd period after losing one of those 11 throws off the questions behind the decision, his thoughts on the Blues playoff chances after going 5-points back from VGK, the incredible play of Binnington to get them through the first two periods, how they were able to slow down the top skaters of VGK late in the game & why it'll come down to a crazy run down the stretch to win a spot.
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The Opening Drive - March 26th, 2024
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7:00 - Blues lost a heartbreaker that just about ended the season + How much could a Carlson injury derail the Cardinals' plans?
7:15 - Are the Blues done? Is the one-point from OT going to be their saving grace?
7:30 - How concerned should the Cardinals be about Paul Goldschmidt? And if he sucks, who is the Cardinal 1B?
7:45 - TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT
8:00 - Fresh Take: Are we buying everything that Ohatani said at his presser--or is there something else going on here?
8:15 - Blues Booth: Blues TV voice John Kelly talks about a tough game & how the Blues could still be in the game
8:30 - The Fight
8:45 - They’re making a Happy Gilmore sequel. What sports movie would you like to see a sequel for?
9:00 - Rush Hour Reset
9:15 - Former NHL player/coach Tony Granato to promote Puck Cancer, his battle against cancer & his favorite Chaser stories
9:30 – React to MLB bold predictions. Do you have any bold predictions for this Cardinals season?
9:45 - Rocc ‘n Roll
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Voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber
Kerbs joins Randy & Brooke to talk about how his experience with the NHL informs his current anger about the issue with time-wasting and embellishment with the MLS, Jordan Kyrou's play being a great example of the Blues at large, the importance in tonight's game against VGK & how much tonight will shift on the health of Petro.
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Customer Reviews
Frosted Flakes
Great People, Great Show, They’re Greeeaaatt.
5 stars
Brian Scott. Horror movie fanboy on Twitter here. Loooove the show. I’ve listened to you Randy since your kmox days in 90s on sports open line. And have continued to enjoy you here on 101.1 for last 15+ years. Michelle is a great addition to your morning show. Keep it up mega mind. Maybe someday I’ll have honor of playing you in the fight! Even though you will destroy me lol.
5 Star Show
How can you not give 5 stars? Randy is St. Louis. Always love listening to Randy and Michelle. Very informative and fun show. Miss you on the Fast Lane, but this show is just as good!