Cardinals TV's Dani Wexelman relishes baseball stories she's ready to tell in her new role
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In this episode of the Best Podcast in Baseball, host Derek Gould welcomes back Danny Wexelman, Cardinals TV sideline reporter and storyteller, as she returns to St. Louis to cover the 2026 Cardinals in a new, immersive role. Wexelman shares her unique perspective on the team’s rebuild, emphasizing the authenticity of their competitive spirit, the warmth of their clubhouse culture, and the strategic depth behind their daily lineup and roster decisions. Drawing from her deep roots in amateur baseball coverage—especially her long-standing relationships with players like Jordan Walker, Max Clark, and Nolan Gorman—she explains how her background allows her to tell rich, human-centered stories that go beyond stats and headlines. She reflects on the shift from national broadcaster to hyper-local storyteller, noting how being embedded with the team reveals layers of strategy, development, and personal growth that fans rarely see. Her passion for the sport, integrity in storytelling, and commitment to showcasing players’ full humanity shine through as she advocates for fans to focus on the team’s character and effort rather than just the standings.
The 2026 Cardinals are building a culture of genuine competition and team cohesion, not just results.
Wexelman’s deep history with amateur players gives her unique insight and credibility when covering the team’s development phase.
Fans should focus on the team’s personality, resilience, and strategic creativity rather than just win-loss records.
Transparency from manager Ali Marmol and the front office creates a rare level of access and trust.
Storytelling in baseball is most powerful when it reveals the human side—effort, growth, and relationships—not just performance.
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Welcome Home: Danny Wexelman Returns to Cardinals TV
“It's not about being patient. I'll tell you this. I can tell you they're not being patient with the St. Louis Cardinals, there's urgency, but there's an understanding that they're going to do things a little differently now under Heimblum and they're still going to compete.”
On the Field: The Authenticity of the 2026 Cardinals
Wexelman describes the team’s genuine competitiveness, their ability to fight back in games, and the warmth of their player interactions, emphasizing that their effort is real and not performative.
Behind the Scenes: The Value of Embedded Coverage
Wexelman explains how being on-site allows her to witness strategic decisions, player interactions, and development moments that national coverage often misses, offering fans deeper insight into the team’s identity.
From Fan to Journalist: Reimagining the Cardinals Story
Wexelman reflects on her evolution from a Cardinals fan to a journalist covering the team through a rebuild, discussing how she avoids comparing the current team to past glories and instead focuses on the present journey.
The Power of Amateur Baseball: Building Long-Term Relationships
“I know who Max Clark is. He's a student of the game. He's a great human, a great person, a great teammate. He will ride or die for his teammates. Who cares what he wears?”
“I know who Max Clark is. He's a student of the game. He's a great human, a great person, a great teammate. He will ride or die for his teammates. Who cares what he wears?”
“It's not about being patient. I'll tell you this. I can tell you they're not being patient with the St. Louis Cardinals, there's urgency, but there's an understanding that they're going to do things a little differently now under Heimblum and they're still going to compete.”
“If you're watching innings one through nine, you will be entertained. I'm not saying that as hyperbole or to sell tickets. I'm genuinely entertained by the way they play.”
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Danny Wexelman
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St. Louis Cardinals
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Jordan Walker
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Derek Gould
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Ali Marmol
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Max Clark
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Victor Scott
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Nolan Gorman
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Perfect Game
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MLB.com
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