BD4

*THIS EPISODE IS AUDIO ONLY*The Yankees drop another series—this time to the Cubs—and it's flat-out unacceptable. We dig into whether they're officially entering “pretender” territory, examine their abominable bullpen, and talk trade rumors, rotation standouts, and more!0:00 Intro1:25 Contenders Or Pretenders?8:23 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts10:49 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts13:31 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts17:58 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Rodon20:31 Bullpen Makeover Needed!!28:13 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Effross29:20 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Belli30:53 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Is the misery finally over? Unless the Yankees just pulled off the most convincing fake-out of the century, it looks like tides are turning. The front office is speaking with urgency, the on-field energy is real, and decisions seem way more deliberate. We're breaking down the shift in vibes as the Yanks swept the Mariners—and the spark that might be fueling this turnaround. Plus, Russ Lichti from ⁨@nyyankeedad⁩ joined us on Sunday, July 6th to vent, reflect, and talk through the Yankees' struggles leading up to this series. Tap in.0:00 Intro1:24 Reemerging As Contenders10:47 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts13:57 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts16:26 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts18:58 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Stanton21:12 Bench Depth25:11 Consistent, Confident Offense31:18 PROMO BREAK32:18 Any Hope At All For The Pen?38:25 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Williams40:23 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren42:20 Cam Schlittler Awesome Debut!47:43 Up Next48:12 PROMO BREAK48:34 Trivia49:58 Russ Lichti Joins Us!1:25:52 OutroTrivia: Name the five different Yankees who've hit leadoff home runs this season.*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

We've hit a pivotal stretch in the season, and honestly, I'm not sure where I stand with this team anymore. It's starting to feel like another year where the Yankees just don't have what it takes. I'm not out on them—but yeah, I'm officially concerned. Remember entering the season when it was all about pitching and defense? That mantra feels like a distant memory. Let's talk.0:00 Intro1:24 Fundamentals!9:38 Way Too Relaxed13:40 Bullpen Still Needs Velo21:00 Can This Be Fixed?25:51 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried26:18 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Hill26:30 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Belli27:20 PROMO BREAK28:42 Up Next30:43 Trivia31:14 OutroTrivia: Which Yankees slugger from 2010 to 2013 later played for the Blue Jays in 2018?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yankees finally woke up! In Episode 880 of BD4, we break down the Bronx Bombers' much-needed series win over the A's. From Jazz Chisholm's electric bat to Will Warren's five shutout, we cover it all.0:00 Intro3:13 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts4:58 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts7:06 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts10:58 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Jazz21:20 Bats Wake Up (As Expected)26:29 Catcher Platoon?31:45 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren34:46 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Hill37:02 Up Next38:27 PROMO BREAK39:41 Trivia40:28 OutroTrivia: Which Yankee holds the franchise record for most 150-game seasons?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Yanks drop another series, and with the division lead slipping to just half a game, it's time to get serious. In this episode, we dig into everything from lineup inconsistencies and situational hitting struggles to extra-inning woes. Plus, we check in on Jasson Dominguez's rookie campaign at the halfway mark—what's working, what's not, and what comes next!0:00 Intro1:25 Division Lead Dwindling!3:36 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts9:27 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts15:18 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts17:04 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried19:40 Boom Or Bust Offense?27:14 PROMO BREAK27:53 Situational At-Bats & Extras35:08 PROMO BREAK35:34 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Cruz39:33 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Dominguez45:16 First Base Platoon47:05 Yanks Need Another All-Star51:41 Up Next52:16 PROMO BREAK52:40 Trivia53:27 OutroTrivia: Paul O'Neill was selected to five All-Star games in his career. How many were with the Yankees and how many with the Reds?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Finally! A series win! The Bombers rebound to take two from the Orioles in a thrilling series! Dominant pitching and a resurgent lineup - let's break it all down!0:00 Intro1:24 So They Don't Suck?5:13 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts8:45 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts11:01 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts18:46 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Jazz22:10 Making Them Pay For Walking Judge25:43 Too Many Good Hitters31:57 Yankees Pitching Lab38:06 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schmidt42:36 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Cruz44:54 Up Next46:20 PROMO BREAK47:33 Trivia48:55 OutroTrivia: Which of his Yankees teammates finished second to Don Mattingly in the 1984 American League batting race?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*THIS EPISODE IS AUDIO ONLY*Figure it the fuck out.0:00 Intro2:48 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts4:07 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts9:15 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts10:17 Game 4 Recap & Thoughts12:26 Aaron Boone's Yankees17:30 Worried About The Bats?21:20 Judge Needs A Robin24:56 Volpe Looks Atrocious31:19 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Stanton32:33 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schmidt34:02 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Williams35:27 Up Next36:10 PROMO BREAK37:31 Trivia38:08 OutroTrivia: With which American League team did the Yankees negotiate a 17-player trade in 1954?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Yanks sweep the Royals. Volpe & Wells look really good right now.0:00 Intro3:07 In-House Stuff10:12 Dominguez Has To Play12:35 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts15:56 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts18:20 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts20:12 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Williams21:41 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schmidt24:36 Chicken Parm Bros Raking!32:50 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Wells33:54 Start Respecting This Lineup!35:41 PROMO BREAK36:53 Up Next37:33 Trivia38:24 OutroTrivia: Which two Yankees pitchers won their 200th career games in back-to-back games in 2004?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

A disastrous showing on the mound—Yankee pitching was nowhere to be found. But is that really anything new? A breakdown of the abominable mess they call a pitching staff in this episode.0:00 Intro1:24 Should We Be Concerned Now?6:46 PROMO BREAK7:07 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts9:26 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts14:01 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts16:54 Some Red Sox Random Hates The Yankees18:02 Aaron Boone Decision-Making22:06 Bullpen Kind Of Sucks27:13 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): De Los Santos31:22 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren34:37 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Judge35:57 Weaker Bats Heating Up?42:21 Up Next43:38 Trivia45:19 OutroTrivia: Who managed the Yankees to 8 pennants and 7 World Series wins before retiring, only to unretire and almost manage the Red Sox to a pennant?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*THIS EPISODE IS AUDIO ONLY*A nice bounce-back series. Jazz has returned!0:00 Intro1:26 Another Series Win3:52 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts13:37 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts17:59 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts20:10 PROMO BREAK21:14 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried23:22 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Jazz28:57 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Hill29:52 Up Next30:40 Trivia31:02 OutroTrivia: Name the three Yankees who have hit the most leadoff home runs in franchise history.*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

We learned some things about where the Yankees are in this series. Let's talk about it.0:00 Intro1:24 A Revealing Weekend5:21 Bottom Of The Order9:30 Middle Of The Bullpen14:30 Juiced Balls? Juiced Balls!14:55 PROMO BREAK15:37 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts21:46 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts22:46 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts24:45 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Yarbrough30:18 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Hill31:36 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Judge32:58 PROMO BREAK33:47 Up Next36:10 Trivia36:56 OutroTrivia: Which Yankee set the team record for pinch-hit home runs in 1961 with four?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*THIS EPISODE IS AUDIO ONLY*The Knicks fought to stay alive in Game 5, delivering key adjustments. We break down the game's pivotal moments, including a standout performance from Brunson, plus a defensive effort that kept things interesting.0:00 Intro1:26 Game Recap & Thoughts3:24 Attention To Detail!5:18 Protection Brunson In PnR8:47 Collective Individual Efforts13:48 Good Offense16:51 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson19:48 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Shamet21:14 Expanded Rotation22:57 PROMO BREAK24:11 Trivia24:57 OutroTrivia: True or False? In 81 elimination games, the Knicks' all-time record is above .500?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Another solid series win! The bats were quiet, but Anthony Volpe continues to show promise, and Carlos Rodón remains dominant. Let's break it all down and more!0:00 Intro1:25 Running Away With The East?4:05 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts8:03 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts11:52 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts15:26 PROMO BREAK15:50 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Leiter Jr.20:01 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Rodon27:20 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Volpe31:39 Amazing Versus Lefties!33:22 Goldy Is Awesome!34:55 Third Base37:03 PROMO BREAK37:41 Up Next39:40 Trivia40:32 OutroTrivia: Which Yankees pitcher secured the win in Game 6 of the 2009 ALCS, clinching the series against the Angels?(I didn't realize I used this question already!)*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

I'm back, but it's over.0:00 Intro1:24 Game Recap & Thoughts4:41 Mikal Bridges No-Show7:26 Lineup Change Was Bullsh*t14:39 PROMO BREAK15:15 Stagger Your Weak Defenders!19:42 Double Bigs Against Pace22:32 PROMO BREAK23:13 Up Next23:55 Trivia24:47 OutroTrivia: True or False? Carmelo Anthony's playoff career-high with the Knicks was 39 points against the Pacers in 2013.*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*THIS EPISODE IS AUDIO ONLY*The Yankees keep stacking up series wins—six in a row now—while their first-place lead grows over whichever sad team happens to be in second place today. Also, Cashman wants to upgrade! Let's talk!0:00 Intro1:24 Six Straight Series!4:52 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts10:20 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts12:05 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts18:07 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Leiter Jr.20:06 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried22:58 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Judge24:13 Cashman Looking For Upgrades32:12 Platoon At Catcher?35:53 PROMO BREAK37:25 Up Next38:25 Trivia39:11 OutroTrivia: Who hit the ninth-inning homer to send the Yankees to the World Series in the 1976 ALCS?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yanks are hot! Let's talk about why.0:00 Intro1:23 World Series Contenders?6:39 Tips Of The Cap From Subway Series7:33 PROMO BREAK8:41 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts12:05 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts15:43 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts20:30 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Weaver22:52 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren28:10 Elite Pitching33:02 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Judge34:18 The Others Are Producing45:13 Up Next46:07 PROMO BREAK48:08 Trivia49:02 OutroTrivia: Name the two teams beaten by the Yankees when they racked up back-to-back sweeps in the 1938 and 1939 World Series.(I didn't realize I used this question already!)*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Knicks are in the Conference Finals—yes, really! In this episode, we break down the Knicks' electrifying Game 6 win, dive into a film study of their offense, and much more! Buck Foston.0:00 Intro1:25 Best Feeling Ever10:20 Game Recap & Thoughts12:43 PROMO BREAK14:47 Leveraging Spacing24:35 Exploiting Mismatches29:41 Three-Point Volume33:36 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson36:32 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Deuce39:23 Different Defensive Look43:08 PROMO BREAK44:32 Trivia45:51 OutroTrivia: The Knicks have emerged as victorious in their last two playoff matchups against the Celtics. When was the last time the Celtics defeated the Knicks in back-to-back postseason meetings?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Good road trip. Good series. Pitching is finding it? Let's discuss!0:00 Intro1:24 Third Straight Series Win!2:37 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts5:58 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts11:43 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts14:19 Too Inconsistent?20:07 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Judge22:08 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren26:24 Rotation Coming Around28:30 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Weaver30:24 Up Next30:55 PROMO BREAK33:31 Trivia34:12 OutroTrivia: Name the two teams beaten by the Yankees when they racked up back-to-back sweeps in the 1938 and 1939 World Series.*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Horrible defense and a horribly coached game. Let's talk.0:00 Intro1:25 Game Recap & Thoughts5:09 Celtics Switch Beaters13:56 PROMO BREAK15:18 Thibs No Adjustments25:36 PROMO BREAK27:00 Trivia27:47 OutroTrivia: When the Knicks defeated the Celtics in the first round of 2013, how many games did it take?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

I cannot believe we are this close.0:00 Intro1:25 Jayson Tatum Injury4:22 One More Win!9:30 Yet Another Good Thibs Game14:48 Game Recap & Thoughts16:58 PROMO BREAK18:02 Finally, Some Great Offense!22:37 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson26:52 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Mitch28:07 PROMO BREAK30:15 Finish Them...32:19 Trivia33:07 OutroTrivia: When was the last time the Knicks made it to the Conference Finals, and who did they face?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*THIS EPISODE IS AUDIO ONLY*Another solid series win. This lineup deserves more recognition—several players are hitting well, and it feels like that's going unnoticed.0:00 Intro1:25 Two More Fun Wins5:51 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts8:37 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts12:55 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts15:18 Lineup Deserves More Respect21:24 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Dominguez28:15 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren30:25 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): De Los Santos31:25 PROMO BREAK34:18 Trivia35:20 OutroTrivia: Excluding 2020, when was the last season in which the Yankees failed to hit 200 home runs?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*THIS EPISODE IS AUDIO ONLY*Abhorrent basketball. Let's talk about why.0:00 Intro1:28 Game Recap & Thoughts7:39 WTF Happened On PnR?15:51 It's Really Bad Offensively24:31 PROMO BREAK27:12 Trivia28:14 OutroTrivia: Which 2025 New York Knick once played for the Celtics in 2022? Hint: he played one game for Boston.*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

This is crazy...0:00 Intro1:25 Game Recap & Thoughts11:53 Another Brilliantly Coached Game21:21 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): KAT22:30 Offense Needs To Be Better!27:05 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Mitch28:52 PROMO BREAK31:37 Trivia32:21 Split At Home33:44 OutroTrivia: What was the series score in the first playoff meeting between the Knicks and Celtics? (Hint: it was a best-of-three series.)*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Oh my goodness, what a f*cking win.0:00 Intro1:25 Game Recap & Thoughts16:30 Well Prepared Defensively!23:55 PROMO BREAK25:26 Thibs Gets Creative31:22 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG33:15 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Deuce34:38 PROMO BREAK36:06 Trivia37:10 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*AUDIO ONLY*A concise preview outlining some ways to mitigate the Celtics' offensive threats and key adjustments the Knicks can make on offense to stay competitive in the series.0:00 Pre-Series Eulogy LOL3:23 How Can The Knicks Get Stops?10:08 How Can The Knicks Get Scores?14:05 Final Thoughts15:06 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*AUDIO ONLY*Things are getting maybe not scary but a bit alarming. Let's talk about those things.Trivia: Name two of the four Yankees pitchers to lead the American League in ERA in the 1950s.0:00 Intro3:16 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts4:57 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts8:09 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts19:15 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Judge21:39 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried23:30 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Weaver25:25 Are The Yankees In Trouble?33:10 PROMO BREAK35:59 Jorbit Vivas37:48 Trivia38:19 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

No. 11 of the New York Knicks is my hero.Trivia: Jalen Brunson just tied Bernard King for the most 40-point playoff games in franchise history with how many?0:00 Intro1:26 Game Recap & Thoughts9:14 PROMO BREAK10:20 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson16:11 Collective Defense19:34 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Mitch21:43 Mikal Showed Up!24:47 PROMO BREAK27:08 Celtics Preview44:43 Trivia45:17 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yankee rotation is a dumpster fire. They also need to do something about these lefty lanes they create for opposing bullpens. At least Volpe looks good. And Judge is batting .500 or something like that. Let's talk.Trivia: Which Yankees player homered twice in Game 3 of the ‘98 World Series to lead the Yankees to a 5-4 win?0:00 Intro3:54 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts7:21 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts10:28 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts13:21 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Rodon19:25 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Williams21:50 Creating Easy Lanes For Bullpens26:04 Volpe Stays Hot!30:10 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Judge34:08 PROMO BREAK35:36 Rotation Is Legitimately Awful44:12 PROMO BREAK45:34 Up Next46:34 Trivia47:35 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Brutal defense. Worse offense. Poor coaching. Let's discuss. Also, stop losing at home.Trivia: Willis Reed led the 1970 Knicks with 426 points. Who was second on the team with 321 playoff points?0:00 Intro1:24 Game Recap & Thoughts4:11 Picked Apart In High Coverage!12:32 Thibs Isn't Optimizing His Offense19:13 PROMO BREAK21:54 Trivia22:47 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*AUDIO ONLY*That was awesome.......Trivia: The Knicks and Pistons have matched in 19 different playoff games. How many wins do the Knicks have?0:00 Intro1:27 Game Recap & Thoughts7:09 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson10:01 Offensive Process13:43 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Mitch15:31 How KAT Got Off His Two Big Threes19:50 Detroit Is Cryyyying!!21:36 PROMO BREAK24:01 Trivia24:55 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*AUDIO ONLY*Two out of three and a sweep on a Sunday! The Yankees showcased strong performances against the Jays, nearly securing all three wins if not for Devin Williams. We break down the struggles of Williams, talk Luke Weaver, highlight the Yankees who have been turning things around, and delve into other key takeaways from the weekend.Trivia: Which former Yankee outfielder went 5-for-5 with 9 RBIs in a September 1992 game against the Orioles? (Hint: it was his first year with the team.)0:00 Intro1:24 One Month In...3:12 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts5:59 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts8:47 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts11:52 Devin Williams Loses His Job22:08 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Cruz24:29 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried27:08 Slumping Yankees Show Life37:04 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Volpe41:35 Up Next43:25 PROMO BREAK46:10 Trivia47:06 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

That was massive. The Knicks did some really good things in response to how they lose Game 2. From KAT's usage to defensive execution to Brunson's shot-making, we talk about it.Trivia: Prior to Thursday night, when was the last time the Knicks had four players score 20 or more points in aplayoff game?0:00 Intro1:24 Game Recap & Thoughts11:13 Equal Opportunity Offense18:34 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): KAT20:08 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Mitch21:38 PROMO BREAK23:02 Exploiting Non-Threats29:06 PROMO BREAK30:39 Trivia31:53 Up Next32:22 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

We dive into this series loss vs. the Guardians, from Rodón's strong outing to the team's struggles at the plate. We talk Volpe, Dominguez, and more.Trivia: Entering this series, how many consecutive regular season series have the Yankees won against the Guardians?0:00 Intro1:26 Fourth Series Loss3:13 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts8:59 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts14:27 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts17:49 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Weaver20:42 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Rodon25:22 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Judge28:51 Is Volpe A Major League Hitter?40:43 The Martian Ups & Downs46:20 Awesome Baserunning48:24 PROMO BREAK51:09 Up Next52:56 Trivia53:46 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

This loss was unacceptable, largely due to the Knicks' failure to effectively utilize their second-best player. This can't remain a recurring pattern where KAT consistently receives limited opportunities to impact the game. We dive into why it keeps happening and also touch on the defensive dropoff.Trivia: In order, who are the top four scorers in Knicks postseason history?0:00 Intro1:25 Game Recap & Thoughts5:06 KAT Needs Touches!!16:11 Bickerstaff Adjusted20:34 Up Next21:37 PROMO BREAK24:34 Trivia25:35 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

We are back! What a way to return to Knicks coverage. Let's talk about this one.Trivia: In Game 5 of the Knicks-Pistons 1992 playoff series, Patrick Ewing scored 31 points. Who was the second leading scorer for the Knicks with 19 points?0:00 Intro1:25 Game Recap & Thoughts5:31 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): KAT7:22 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Cam9:16 Proper PnR Coverage!16:41 Lineups & Floor Space21:48 Countering Crossmatches25:42 PROMO BREAK28:36 Up Next30:07 Trivia30:58 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Three out of four! Whole lot to discuss though.Trivia: Which former Rays All-Star placed 20th in MVP voting for the Yankees in 2012?0:00 Intro3:05 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts12:47 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts22:11 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts27:47 Game 4 Recap & Thoughts29:37 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried33:56 PROMO BREAK35:20 Pitching & Defense!45:27 Is Devin Williams Built For It?52:31 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Grisham54:38 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Hamilton56:11 Half Of The Lineup Is Struggling1:02:14 PROMO BREAK1:03:36 Up Next1:06:30 Trivia1:07:27 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

That was fun. The Yankee pitching staff is starting to stabilize a little bit. We talk rotation, pen, Dominguez's defense and switch hitting, Judge is batting .400, and a ton more. Yanks sweep the Royals! Let's talk!Trivia: What year did the Yankees and Royals last face off in the playoffs prior to 2024?0:00 Intro1:25 Yankees Own The Royals3:59 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts13:29 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts16:54 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts21:00 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Cruz25:45 Pitching Catching Up To Hitting?28:54 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried31:54 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Judge34:10 Dominguez Getting Comfy44:31 An Athletic Group!47:26 PROMO BREAK50:14 Up Next52:43 Trivia53:20 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Things continue to go poorly for the Yankees in 2025. They dropped yet another series this past weekend to the Giants at home. Let's discuss why.Trivia: True or False? Entering this past weekend, the Yankees had swept the Giants in two consecutive series.0:00 Intro1:27 Another Bad Series5:51 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts14:30 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts18:48 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts28:48 Goldy Looks Like Prime DJ31:46 Offense Has Been Fun!37:14 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Rice42:22 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren47:12 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Williams49:53 Walks & Fastball Confidence54:59 PROMO BREAK57:43 Up Next58:42 Trivia59:20 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

If you thought this game meant anything and are angry and super pissed off, I am sorry. I cannot help you.Trivia: How many playoff rounds have the Knicks and Pistons faced each other in?0:00 Intro1:26 Game Recap & Thoughts4:32 The Knicks Did Not Care7:45 KAT Pop To Roll Ratio12:33 Defending Cade PnRs17:02 PROMO BREAK18:14 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Precious21:07 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Shamet23:37 Up Next25:16 PROMO BREAK27:29 Trivia28:13 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*AUDIO ONLY*Tough OT loss. The Knicks continue to embarrass themselves against elite competition. Some positives though for sure.*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Brutal watch.. Let's talk about it.Trivia: In 13 postseason games against the Tigers, how many have the Yankees won?0:00 Intro1:24 Miserable Series!4:22 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts12:51 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts19:31 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts21:32 Devin Williams Looks Terrible28:26 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried30:58 Neutralized By Off-Speed33:53 Lefty Bats Are Struggling!41:46 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Goldy43:03 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Hill43:42 Up Next46:03 PROMO BREAK48:41 Trivia49:30 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yankees dominated the Pirates in the first two games of the series but fell short of a comeback on Sunday. In this episode, we break it all down, diving deep into pitching performances while also highlighting Grisham, Volpe, and other key moments.Trivia: Which former Yankees pitcher was the last multi-year free agent signing by the Pirates?0:00 Intro1:25 Slow & Steady4:15 Boring Series5:41 PROMO BREAK6:06 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts9:20 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts13:39 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts20:43 Fastball Problem26:34 Rotation Has To Be Better!29:11 PROMO BREAK30:11 Hitting Lefties Update33:19 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Grisham36:14 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried38:18 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Headrick39:52 Volpedo!!44:03 Up Next45:04 PROMO BREAK46:53 Trivia48:55 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*AUDIO ONLY*Yeah. Same stuff. Bridges is a fraud, and the Knicks got ripped off.*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

First series loss of the year already! Lots to takeaway though, from Rice to left-handed pitching to bullpen firepower and more.Trivia: Which former Yankees pitcher won three games in the 2001 World Series against the D-Backs?0:00 Intro1:21 Avoided The Sweep!3:46 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts9:08 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts16:18 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts22:33 PROMO BREAK23:29 Need A Right-Handed Bat!26:47 Jasson Dominguez34:22 Bullpen Lacks Velocity39:57 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren44:44 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Cruz46:39 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Rice48:59 PROMO BREAK50:26 Up Next52:25 Trivia53:12 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

I only caught some highlights. Here are my thoughts.*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

As the postseason approaches, the Knicks are figuring some things out. Let's talk.Trivia: The Knicks are currently on a five-game win streak against Portland. When was the last time they won as many in a row against them?0:00 Intro1:25 Game Recap & Thoughts4:05 Rounding Into Form In Time6:11 Tapping Back Into Equal Offense14:28 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG16:39 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Shamet17:52 Up Next18:55 PROMO BREAK21:10 Trivia21:58 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Coffee will taste good tomorrow morning! What a way to open!Trivia: On Saturday, the Yankees broke a franchise record for home runs hit in a game. In what year was the previous record set?0:00 Intro1:25 Welcome, New Listeners!6:15 PROMO BREAK6:46 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts10:54 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts17:25 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts20:54 PROMO BREAK21:23 Hitting Lefties24:51 Collective Production27:57 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Judge31:05 PROMO BREAK31:30 "Torpedo Bats"38:17 Defense Worse?43:49 Noticeably Better Baserunning45:09 Bullpen As Advertised!48:17 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Leiter52:13 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Rodon56:28 PROMO BREAK57:54 Up Next59:22 Trivia1:00:15 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Good offense! Let's talk about why!Trivia: True or False? Carmelo Anthony recorded one of his two career triple-doubles in his Knicks debut against the Bucks.0:00 Intro1:25 Game Recap & Thoughts2:59 Lineup Qualms6:22 Delon Wright Shines!7:33 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG9:48 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Kolek10:48 Perfect Playoff Matchup?12:37 Leveraging KAT's Gravity14:51 Exploiting Poor Coverage18:34 PROMO BREAK21:12 Up Next22:07 Trivia22:51 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Tough loss to a quality team.Trivia: Which former Knick has recorded the most triple-doubles against the Clippers: Mark Jackson or Clyde Frazier?0:00 Intro1:25 Game Recap & Thoughts5:07 First Half Offense7:58 More Issues With Crossmatching14:40 More PnR Issues + Kolek22:16 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): KAT23:28 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Kolek24:16 Up Next25:19 PROMO BREAK28:02 Trivia28:55 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

*AUDIO ONLY*The Knicks outlast the Mavs with strategic defensive adjustments by Thibs. A game-changing win driven by teamwork and tactics! Let's talk.Trivia: What seasons did former Knick Tyson Chandler play for the Mavericks in?0:00 Intro1:24 Game Recap & Thoughts4:03 Adjusting From Drop!9:32 Good Lineups = Good Production13:11 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): KAT15:39 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Kolek16:52 PROMO BREAK19:29 Up Next21:04 Trivia21:47 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Nice little last-minute addition to the pen. Let's talk about it.0:00 Intro1:25 One Year, $2 Million4:45 The Bad7:33 PROMO BREAK8:55 The Good11:04 Pitch Mix14:03 How Will Yankees Use Him?18:23 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio