Between Pitching and Turkey Calls: A Day with Lance Lynn and Kyle Gibson | Serving It Up Ep.5
Release Date: 04/27/2025
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Matt Holliday, Lance Lynn, and Kyle Lohse join Jim Hayes for a Halloween edition of Serving It Up. The former St. Louis Cardinals reunite to talk World Series memories, their time playing for Tony La Russa, and what makes Shohei Ohtani the most unique player in baseball history. The group shares never-before-told stories from the 2011 championship run, including Lance Lynn’s bullpen mix-up, Kyle Lohse’s legendary Tony La Russa impersonation, and Matt Holliday’s hilarious memories of playing under one of baseball’s most intense managers. They also discuss how today’s World Series...
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This episode is brought to you by Monarch Money. Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at Jim Hayes, Matt Holliday, and Lance Lynn are Serving It Up, and Kyle Gibson skips out on his birthday. The crew debates Tony Vitello’s shocking hire by the San Francisco Giants, previews the Dodgers–Blue Jays World Series, and dives into what’s next for Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina as MLB’s managerial carousel spins.
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Jim Hayes sits down with Matt Holliday, Lance Lynn, and Kyle Gibson for a loaded episode of Serving It Up. The panel reacts to the Mike Shildt saga, as reports surface that his fiery temperament and micromanaging style led to tension in both St. Louis and San Diego. They reveal what they’ve heard from players and coaches, compare Shildt’s leadership to Tony La Russa’s, and debate whether he can ever change. The crew also dives into: ⚾ The Dodgers’ postseason dominance and what it means for MLB’s balance ⚾ The wild number of managerial openings across baseball ⚾ Albert...
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Matt Carpenter joins Matt Holliday, Lance Lynn, and Jim Hayes on Serving It Up for a wild, unfiltered episode you don’t want to miss. From hilarious clubhouse stories (yes, including the legendary “non-flusher” rumor) to deep baseball insight on Clayton Kershaw, Yankees pressure, and the St. Louis Cardinals rebuild: this one’s got everything.
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Matt Holliday, Lance Lynn, and Kyle Gibson join the Serving It Up podcast to react to Chaim Bloom officially taking over as the St. Louis Cardinals President of Baseball Operations. The crew dives into Bill DeWitt III’s comments on attendance, whether Nolan Arenado, Sonny Gray, and Willson Contreras are on the trade block, and why Cardinals fans might need to brace for another “runway year.” Other topics include: • Why ownership seems hesitant to spend before the next CBA • Whether trading stars for prospects is the right call • How the Cardinals can build credibility with fans •...
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Lance Lynn and Kyle Gibson drop truth bombs on the St. Louis Cardinals offseason. Should they keep Nolan Arenado, Sonny Gray, and Willson Contreras… or trade stars and let the kids play under Chaim Bloom? They build lineups, rotations, and bullpens, talk veteran leadership vs. a full youth movement, and argue whether adding a few smart pieces beats a teardown.
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Jim Hayes is joined by Matt Holliday and Lance Lynn for another edition of Serving It Up. They discuss: • Whether John Mozeliak deserves a farewell ceremony and how fans would react • Chaim Bloom’s next steps as Cardinals GM and what the 2026 rotation could look like • MLB’s looming labor battle, salary cap talk, and possible work stoppage • How pitching development has changed, from grooming 200-inning workhorses to today’s velo-first approach • The young Cardinals players and arms they’re most excited to see in 2026
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In this edition of Serving It Up, Jim Hayes talks with Matt Holliday and Lance Lynn from Milwaukee’s Pfister Hotel to talk baseball life and a little paranormal. The guys trade stories about the Pfister’s ghost lore, the reality of 20-games-in-20-days travel, and how much the grind affects performance. Then they dig into the Cardinals’ “runway” season: what the club has actually learned about individual players, roster redundancy, and who—if anyone—should be untouchable. They also hit on Nolan Arenado’s late-season push to play, how injury decisions get made...
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Jim Hayes hosts Matt Holliday and Lance Lynn in this edition of Serving it Up! Kyle Gibson is out this week, and Holliday pops in from Oklahoma State: Topics: • The Busch Stadium reality: why crowds look thin, how fan frustration, a non-contending club, and the calendar all collide. • Brant Brown’s candid comments about Jordan Walker’s preparation, Lynn’s tough-love comp to Jo Adell, and what “taking over your own career” really means at 23. • Holliday on hitting: avoiding information overload, fixing attack angle on ground-ball tendencies in the offseason, separating...
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This episode is brought to you by Monarch Money. Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at Jim Hayes is joined by Lance Lynn on Episode 22 of Serving It Up. With Matt Holliday and Kyle Gibson out, Lance carries the conversation and doesn’t hold back. From pitching in hitter-friendly parks, to how modern baseball is failing young pitchers, to Masyn Winn’s toughness and leadership, Lance offers honest insight. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories about teammates like Lance Berkman, Albert Pujols, and Yadier Molina, plus how agents and team culture shape...
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In this episode of Serving It Up, host Jim Hayes welcomes MLB pitchers Kyle Gibson and Lance Lynn. They discuss Kyle’s journey of getting back to Major League Baseball with the Orioles, detailing his starts in minor league rehab assignments, how he navigates pitching against young hitters, and the importance of in-game adjustments. Lance shares his hilarious Turkey hunting experiences while battling internet lag. The trio also delves into the dynamics of player-manager relationships, the role of analytics in baseball, and some memorable moments with teammates and rivals. Tune in for an engaging mix of baseball insights and entertaining anecdotes.
00:00 Welcome
00:50 Kyle Gibson's Journey Back to MLB
02:04 Minor League Experiences and Challenges
03:59 Rehab Assignments and Player Interactions
06:18 Turkey Hunting Adventures
10:12 Pitching Strategies and Player Dynamics
21:39 Adapting Game Plans in Baseball
22:29 The Importance of Catcher-Pitcher Synergy
23:51 Handling Pitch Selection Disagreements
26:02 Planning with Unfamiliar Catchers
28:13 Utilizing Technology and Analytics
31:30 Challenges of Minor League Rehab
35:22 Insights on Cardinals' Bullpen Struggles
41:48 Defending Manager Ollie Marmel
45:36 Conclusion
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