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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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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This episode is brought to you by Monarch Money. Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at On this episode of Serving It Up, Jim Hayes is joined by Lance Lynn and Kyle Gibson (with Matt Holliday out visiting his son Jackson) for a pitcher-heavy panel. The guys dive into: • Fan feedback • Tommy Pham’s near-brawl and why no one wants to mess with him • The reality of MLB “fights” and clubhouse leadership stories • MLB expansion and realignment: Nashville, Salt Lake, San Antonio? • Cardinals breakdown: bullpen revelations, Masyn Winn’s leadership,...
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Matt Holliday, Lance Lynn, Kyle Gibson, and Jim Hayes reunite on Serving It Up for a packed episode. They discuss Yadier Molina’s return as a guest coach with the St. Louis Cardinals, what it takes to transition from player to MLB manager, and how leadership impacts wins in today’s game. Matt gives a health update after hip surgery and shares proud dad moments with his sons Jackson and Ethan. Lance dives into youth softball coaching, Kyle talks pitching workloads, and the panel debates the Cardinals’ wild card chances after a tough series vs. Colorado.
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Jim Hayes is joined by Lance Lynn and (eventually) Matt Holliday in this episode of Serving It Up. The guys dish on:
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Lance Lynn goes off on MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred in this episode Serving It Up. The guys also break down the St. Louis Cardinals trade deadline moves, sending Ryan Helsley to the Mets, Matz to the Red Sox, and what it means for the future of the franchise.
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In this jam-packed episode of Serving It Up, Jim Hayes is joined by Matt Holliday, Lance Lynn, and eventually Kyle Gibson
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The full crew is back on Serving It Up! Lance Lynn, Matt Holliday, and newly retired Kyle Gibson join Jim Hayes for a packed episode.
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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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