The St. Louis Cardinals are giving fans an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at one of their key starting pitchers this offseason with the debut of “The Nest: Matthew Liberatore”.
This 20-minute original video feature, produced by the talented Cardinals Productions team, premieres on February 12 at 5 PM CT and will be available to stream on cardinals.com as well as the Cardinals’ official YouTube channel.
The episode follows left-hander Matthew Liberatore at his home in Phoenix, Arizona, offering unprecedented access to his offseason training regimen as he prepares for the upcoming season. Viewers get a glimpse into the daily grind—the workouts, routines, and dedication—that goes into getting ready for the demands of Major League Baseball. Beyond the diamond, the feature also highlights Liberatore’s life away from the game, featuring personal appearances from his wife and parents for a more well-rounded portrait of the 26-year-old southpaw.
Liberatore expressed his enthusiasm about the project, sharing: “It was really cool having the Cardinals Productions crew come visit me in Phoenix to see where my offseason work actually happens. Getting to share the routine and behind-the-scenes grind that goes into preparing for the season made the whole experience special.”
This marks the second installment in the Cardinals’ “The Nest” series. The inaugural episode, which focused on former utilityman Brendan Donovan ahead of last season, earned an Emmy nomination and set a high bar for these intimate player spotlights.
For those preferring traditional broadcast viewing, especially in the St. Louis area, the episode will air over-the-air on several local channels:
- KTVI 2: Sunday, February 15 and Sunday, March 15 at 10:30 PM
- Matix Midwest: Sunday, February 22 at 6:30 PM
- KMOV 4: Sunday, March 8 at 11:00 PM
It will also be broadcast in select outer markets via Cardinals Insider affiliates and Gray-TV affiliate channels—fans should check local listings for exact times and availability.
As Liberatore enters what could be a pivotal year in the Cardinals’ rotation—coming off a strong 2025 campaign where he solidified his role as a starter—this feature arrives at an ideal time. It humanizes one of the team’s homegrown talents while reminding fans of the hard work happening far from Busch Stadium during the winter months.
Don’t miss this engaging deep dive into Matthew Liberatore’s world. Tune in starting February 12 on cardinals.com or YouTube, or catch one of the upcoming TV airings. It’s a great way for Cardinals Nation to get closer to the players who will carry the Redbirds’ hopes into the new season.
