Scott Rhein: Hello Jeff, I just wanted to know your thoughts on the Blues adding Amerstrong to the mix. It seams like a move in the right dirrection. After what happen at the end of last season. The Blues need to keep improving if they want to keep the fans interested in the team.
Also, with the draft on 20th. Do you see the Blues moving any bodies for some more draft picks? Is this years draft deep in talent? Is it worth it this year?
What are your thoughts on Dan Hinote, D.J. King, Cam Janssen and Jamal Mayers. Do you really need 4 tough guys? I think we should keep Mayers and Janssen. They seem to have the most zip. Once again, Thank You for your time.
Scott

Jeff Gordon: Hinote became an extra guy when Cam arrived. Cam will be the hit guy. Mayers will play a regular shift, of course, and King is more of a pure fighter.

The Blues pick fourth, then back-to-back high in the second round. That should allow them to add three blue chippers. I don't know that they need to add more picks.

As for Armstrong, I admire his work in Dallas. He will really help here, with Larry tending to family matters and J.D. working the business side.

steve: It seems to me that the only way the rams will stay in stl is if the new owners are from st. louis or affiliated. who can you think of that would have the kind of money needed to purchase the rams, say next year (besides kroenke). thanks.

Jeff Gordon: If A-B is sold, perhaps Busch IV would be looking to buy something. Otherwise, where is the money? The old money guys are going by the wayside. Not that we're becoming the Next Wichita, but . . .

Rambunctious: Hi Jeff! Do you see a significant change in O-line assignments with the fresh blend of Steve Loney and Al Saunders? Also, who do you see emerging as our starting center?

Was that sand pit thing that Romberg suggested ever implemented. I think it involved guys pulling a sled through sand, with one of the benefits being the strengthening of one's ankles. If it has been implemented, I would imagine that Romberg may lose some locker room popularity ... Thanks !!

Jeff Gordon: Yeah, that sounds like torture. But Romberg has made himself a solid NFL center. He could keep his gig and relegate Setterstrom to a back-up C/G role, to protect the group. Otherwise, I still see Richie at RG and Barron at RT, with Bell at LG and O.P. in his spot.

Jason: Jeff-
2 topics...
1) What are the chance that Mr. Reyes ever starts another game for the Cardinalss? It seems telling that he seems to be missing about discussions re: pitching depth.
2) Obviously, the Cards and Astros are surprises in the NL this year. And Milwaukee is worse than thought. What are you other top positive and negative surprises about the NL this year?
Thanks,
Jason

Jeff Gordon: Never rule out a Reyes return, because multiple injuries could strike. But he is more likely a trade chip. As for the NL, the Dodgers can't be happy with Andruw Jones and the injuries to Schmidt and Nomar. Luckily, the kids are coming through for them. The Padres are a bummer, too. And the Mets' start was rough -- is Delgado still alive?

Aron: Gordo,
I just graduated from Drake University where Loney was the head coach last year, and we were only 6-6. Is he really an upgrade or was he simply the best available coach?

Jeff Gordon: Loney is considered an "up" guy, a change that can only help Barron. He creates a more dynamic atmosphere. Or will it really help? Barron is SO important to this group. He is the indicator of which way the group will go.