The Fight with Karraker & Company
The Fight is a fast-moving, informative, entertaining look at sports news that interests St. Louisans. It's a great mix of news, opinion and guests that will hold your attention for an hour each weekday.
USMNT gets a lifeline
Team USA gets help from an unexpected source. Guess what markets the NL All-Stars are coming from? And the best players to play for the Cards and Brewers!
J-Walk is an All-Star!
Jordan Walker's breakout season gets rewarded, the Royals are one of the surprises in 2026, and the most surprising Cardinals All-Star choices!
Steener takes over!
The Cardinals reach the midway point, Alexander Steen takes over for the Blues, and The Fight!
Jen Siess talks World Cup
LeBron's greatest moments in LA, Willson Contreras is causing some trouble, and we talk World Cup with Jen Siess!
World Cup shocker!
A look at yesterday's World Cup matches. Is LeBron going to make another stop in his NBA career? And, Matt Adams joins the show!
Blues shooting for playoffs
The Blues are shooting for the playoffs this year, former Cardinal Pobo John Mozeliak is back in baseball, and what dream teams turned out to be disasters!
Blues draft options
There are many different directions for the Blues to go in the draft, the Cardinals aren't generating a lot of buzz, and The Fight!
Talking draft strategy
The Fight on Matrix Midwest breaks down the Blues’ surprise trade of Jordan Kyrou to Washington for Connor McMichael, Swedish prospect Milton Gastron, and the No. 16 pick—giving St. Louis four first-rounders heading into Friday’s draft.
Randy and Jeremy Rutherford discuss why the Kyrou experiment never fully clicked in St. Louis, how McMichael fits, and how GM Alexander Steen’s Swedish scouting ties could pay off.
Plus: Quick Hits on the Cardinals, NFL gambling fallout, the PGA Tour’s new two-track system, NCAA eligibility changes, and “The List” of the most painful small-market star trades.
...Tkachuk Hall Call, Cardinals’ Clean-Play Formula, and a Wild “Equipment Changes” List
Randy opens with Quick Hits: Keith Tkachuk's long-awaited Hockey Hall of Fame moment, the Cardinals’ small-ball/defense-first path to wins (plus a chat with broadcaster Stefan Carey), a USMNT update on Christian Pulisic, and trade buzz around Sonny Gray.
Plus: “The List” looks at game-changing sports equipment innovations—from maple bats to goalie masks—before the daily wager.
Cardinals woes, World Cup belief, and MLB’s trade chatter
Randy's Quick Hits on a messy Cardinals weekend in Kansas City and what needs to change, plus a bold take on the USA’s World Cup chances, U.S. Open fallout, and plenty of MLB trade rumors—then a look back at unforgettable Cardinals–Diamondbacks moments and today’s daily wager.
Drinkwitz has a superpower!
Eli Drinkwitz has a superpower, the Cardinals might be mislabeled again, and our favorite Father's Day moments in sports!
Baez hit how many home runs?
Joshua Baez has a career game for Memphis, the Golden Knights fire Cassidy, and Jay Delsing joins the show!
Magical May!
An incredible performance by Dustin May, Hakeem Butler signed by the Broncos, and Chip Caray joins the show!
Best Cards-Padres Moments!
Brunson leads NYC to a chip, the greatest Cardinals-Padres moments, and former Cardinal Matt Adams joins the show!
Knicks in Five!
The Knicks win the NBA Championship, an old friend is helping his current team, and a look ahead at the US Open.
Knicks take Game 4!
The Knicks' unbelievable comeback in Game 4, the Cards on a hot streak, and The Fight!
Cards outfield set?
Is the Cardinals outfield set? Brad Thompson joins the show. And, the most notable suspensions in sports!
Mike Matheny joins the show!
The NCAA becomes a sympathetic entity, former Cards Manager Mike Matheny joins the show, and the best STL catchers of all time!
Noot's Impact on the Cards
How much of an impact can Lars Nootbaar have? Should the Blues try to trade for Dylan Larkin? And, our best returns from injury in STL sports.
World Cup starts this week!
Jordan Kyrou just isn't going to escape trade rumors, the World Cup starts this week, and our weekend highlights!
Baez Keeps Raking
A Cardinals prospect keeps raking, our top baseball team nicknames, and The Fight!
Welcome back, Matt Adams!
The Spurs are taking major measures with season ticket holders, Cardinals players that became managers, and Matt Adams joins the show!
Katie Woo joins the show!
The Cleveland Browns stadium is STILL a factory of sadness. Some great Mizzou football memories. And, the Athletic's Katie Woo joins the show!
How have the Cards changed their system?
A look at the Stanley Cup Finals. How have the Cardinals changed their system? And the best starts to an NBA career on The List!
Will we see Tiger again?
Will we see Tiger Woods on the golf course again? An old friend of STL is out of a job. And, The Fight!
Another stupid rule in sports
The Golden Knights make it to the Stanley Cup Finals, another stupid rule in sports, and Randy's favorite New York teams of all time.
Cardinals Check-In + Matt Adams on Heat, Hitters & Adjustments
Cardinals offense cooling in May, bullpen concerns, and why this young roster is learning on the fly. Plus, fan favorite Matt Adams joins Randy to break down 100+ mph pitching, how hitters prep (including AI tools), and what he’s seeing from J.J. Wetherholt and Jordan Walker.
Also: a rant on “expected” scores, MLB’s disappearing complete games/no-hitters, Blues draft confidence, and a new “best teams to get bounced” playoff list.
An American hero joins the show!
Former US Marine Rocky Sickmann joins the show. And World Champion Mike Johnson from Sugarfire and Hi Pointe builds the perfect burger.
Happy Memorial Day!
A feel-good story in Cincinnati this weekend, a St. Louisian playing in the World Cup, and former Marine Rocky Sickmann joins the show!
The worst losses in STL sports history
The NFL messes up with one of their own players, more great drama in the NBA Western Conference Finals, and the worst losses in STL sports history!
Herrera The Hero!
St. Louis CITY SC advances to the Open Cup Semis, Iván Herrera wins it for the Cards in front of the 'Tarps Off' Crew, and Tamar Sher joins the show!
Matt Adams on the 'Tarps Off' Crew
The Cardinals make it even more fun at the ballpark, the Canadiens are on their way to the NHL semifinals, and Matt Adams joins the show!
Key stretch for Cards
The Cardinals go into a key portion of their schedule. A new Major winner in golf. And the toughest people in sports!
Cards take I-70 series
The Cardinals take two of three against the Royals. There's a new energy about the Redbirds. And, our favorite baseball fan clubs!
Two in a row for CITY SC
CITY SC wins two in a row, PGA Championship memories for The List, and The Fight!
Jay Delsing talks PGA Championship
Are the Cards doing well by not having an exorbitant payroll? Our worst contracts of all time. And pro golfer Jay Delsing joins the show!
Cardinals first quarter grades
Our grades for the Cardinals through the first quarter of the season. Where will the Greek Freak end up next year? And our favorite minor league stadiums.
McGreevy's stuff vs performance
An update to the Ahmad Hardy shooting. Is McGreevy's stuff more important than his performance? What to know about the NCAA Tournament expansion.
Is Liam Doyle close to a call up?
Is Liam Doyle getting closer to the big leagues? Are the Washington Wizards finally going to get it right? And, our weekend highlights!
Should Blues trade their lotto picks?
Should the Blues trade their lottery picks? Our favorite sports books. And, The Fight!
