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It seems the division is as over as it can possibly be without being officially over, but the Yankees continue to hold the No. 1 Wild Card spot behind great offensive production and elite pitching. Let's break down why this team may be better than you think. And yes, it's okay to celebrate in baseball! Even if you're the Yankees!0:00 Intro0:40 Just Get Healthy4:22 Celebration Is Part Of It9:54 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts15:06 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts16:13 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried17:49 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts19:04 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Headrick20:03 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Volpe21:32 Vs. LHP Concerns Overblown?23:54 Still A Top Offense In The Sport26:31 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

That was a blast. The Yankees took two of three from the laughable Mets this past weekend. We cover it all, including Cody Bellinger and Ben Rice heating up, Gerrit Cole's recent struggles, and more.0:00 Intro0:41 Yanks Are Hot!5:34 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts10:43 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts11:53 Gerrit Cole Command Issues18:29 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts19:09 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Blackburn20:21 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schlittler23:03 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Rice24:29 Belli Bombs Are Back26:17 Yes, The Yankees Platoon...30:33 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yankees are making a last-ditch push to win the division, narrowing the gap to three games this past week with a sweep of the Rockies. Aaron Judge is back, Anthony Volpe is a hero, and there's plenty more excitement in the air. Let's discuss!0:00 Intro0:41 It's Back To Three!2:18 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts4:19 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schlittler6:37 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts10:57 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts14:08 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Schreiber14:53 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Garcia Jr.16:03 Follow Me On Social Media16:43 Judge Has Returned!19:48 Have The Bats Found It?20:34 Volpe?24:58 The Yankees Can't Develop Talent26:44 Thirty-Four Straight Seasons29:54 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yankees had what felt like a disappointing road trip, missing key chances to close the gap in the division race. There's definitely a lot to unpack here!0:00 Intro0:41 Underwhelming West Coast Trip5:42 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts (LAA)7:24 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts (LAA)8:55 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Blackburn (LAA)9:43 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts (LAA)11:26 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Cam (LAA)14:31 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Belli (LAA)15:06 Follow Me On Social Media15:53 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts (SDP)17:25 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts (SDP)18:22 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Rodon (SDP)19:38 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts (SDP)20:46 Cole Has A Contact Problem25:01 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Schreiber (SDP)25:33 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Rice (SDP)27:00 Grisham Injury + Jones Stays?32:15 Jazz + Wells Are Back35:31 McMahon Vs. RHP36:30 Two Weeks Of Solid Offense38:24 Belli Not Hitting40:27 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Few things in life bring greater joy.0:00 Intro0:40 It's Ok To Breathe6:24 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts12:04 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts13:56 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts17:07 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Blackburn18:47 Game 4 Recap & Thoughts20:36 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren24:15 Follow Me On Social Media24:53 Struggles Vs. LHP30:27 Swing Decisions Changing35:58 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Ramos37:21 Up Next39:13 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

It was a chance for the Yankees to gain some ground on Tampa with a very mediocre Astros team coming into the Bronx, but the pitching had other plans. Still, there was plenty of good to take away, including the offensive outbursts we saw this past week, Jazz and the lefties heating up, and a closer look at whether the bullpen is actually becoming a problem.0:00 Intro0:22 That Sucked...3:28 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts7:59 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts9:23 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Blackburn10:08 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Elmer12:42 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts16:02 Bullpen Concerns19:25 Lefty Bats + Process24:27 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Garcia Jr.27:25 Cashman Extension?30:23 Fans Turning On Lombard?!34:13 Follow Me On Social Media34:55 Trivia35:27 Up Next36:22 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Somehow this team keeps winning despite all the nonsense. Let's talk about the latest series victory which came this weekend against the Jays.0:00 Intro0:22 Another Series Win1:04 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts2:35 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schlittler5:18 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts8:06 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts10:31 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Blackburn11:38 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Jones15:00 Lefties Coming Around?18:32 The Blue Jays + "Contact Hitting"21:58 Stanton Out For Season25:04 It's Time To Credit The Yankees28:04 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

After a sweep at Camden Yards, you look up and somehow the battered Yankees are only four games back of first place in the entire American League. Let's dive into the O's series, some of the hottest bats on the team, and everything else happening around the Yanks!0:00 Intro0:22 Sweep At Camden Yards!1:50 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts5:39 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts7:48 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts8:51 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Cole13:17 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Yarbrough14:07 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Grisham16:01 Bats Kind Of Awake But Not18:43 Can The Yankees Win The East?20:52 The Yankees Need Jazz!26:04 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yanks have dropped three straight since taking the series against Seattle earlier this week. We break down what's going on and whether there's actually reason to be worried about the anemic offensive production.0:00 Intro0:22 Three-Game Losing Streak1:27 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts (SEA)5:02 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts (SEA)8:05 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Headrick (SEA)8:48 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Grisham (SEA)9:55 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts (SEA)10:29 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried (SEA)11:08 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts (TOR)14:35 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts (TOR)15:46 Bad Luck Yanks?21:40 Situational Hitting26:32 Do You Still Believe?28:56 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

In a very impressive series, the Yankees kept the Braves' lineup in check while coming through with some clutch offense to take two of three. We break down the pitching, trade deadline, and more.0:00 Intro0:22 Cardinals Series1:13 Thoughts On Trade Deadline8:22 Things Are Relatively Good10:40 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts12:40 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts15:44 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts17:14 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Blackburn18:31 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schlittler20:34 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Wells21:43 Trusting The Process27:41 George Lombard Legit?30:27 Anthony Volpe Discourse32:17 Ben Rice Struggling33:49 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yankees continue to hang around in the American League pennant race thanks to a dominant pitching staff and an offense that's been ugly overall but has come through in big moments. They also made some moves. Luis Garcia Jr. is a Yankee. Who is he? Does he fit? All that and more!0:00 Intro0:22 Playing .650 Baseball!3:20 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts4:19 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren6:06 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts9:34 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts11:16 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Caballero12:00 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Bednar13:01 Can The Pitching Carry?21:24 Luis Garcia Jr. Trade31:02 Final Thoughts32:03 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

It was a tale of two series in one. The Yankees opened with two exhilarating wins before closing with a pair of brutal losses. We recap everything from Chicago, why the sky isn't falling, incredible performances from Yankee starting pitching, an emerging bullpen weapon, some important bats, and more.0:00 Intro0:22 Aaron Boone Deserves Credit10:23 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts14:33 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts16:43 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Cole23:33 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts32:25 Game 4 Recap & Thoughts36:37 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Chivilli39:14 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Dominguez40:41 These Lefties Must Step Up!48:32 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yankees take two of three in Philadelphia, but lose Cody Bellinger and lose ground in the AL East. Let's break down their dominant pitching, offensive struggles, trade deadline outlook, and more!0:00 Intro0:22 Feeling Okay...1:40 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts3:28 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schlittler7:10 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts10:47 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Bednar12:53 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts13:53 Worried About The Lineup?16:46 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Goldy17:34 Right-Handed Hitting + Catcher Targets21:15 Individual Position Player Notes22:56 Pitching Is Carrying!26:29 Final Deadline Thoughts27:50 Up Next28:56 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yankees took two of three from the Pirates this week as we discuss the state of the team, Gerrit Cole's dominance, expectations at shortstop, George Lombard Jr.'s timeline, the pressure surrounding him, a Jazz Chisholm comparison, and the harsh nature of the Yankees fanbase!0:00 Intro0:22 Two Games Back!3:34 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts9:41 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts12:12 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Headrick14:49 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Cole20:33 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts23:38 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Belli24:59 Jazz/KAT Parallel28:54 Still Not Satisfied W/ Volpe?31:13 George Lombard Expectations38:10 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Well they lose to the Dodgers, but there's a lot more to unpack than the final results. In this episode, we talk about the division race, Gerrit Cole's encouraging outing, standout pitching overall, the lineup's struggles without Aaron Judge, the growing need for right-handed bats, and why home runs continue to drive success.0:00 Intro0:21 No Need To Doom!7:01 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts9:56 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Cole17:01 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts21:24 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts23:19 Yankees Pitching + Matt Blake Gems29:17 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Headrick30:51 Homers Are Paramount (Obviously)35:21 Struggling Without Judge38:31 Left-Handed Pitching42:06 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Jazz43:10 Up Next43:32 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

We're back. The podcast is back, and more importantly, the Yankees are back to winning. Let's break down this past week and where the team stands heading into the All-Star break.0:00 Intro0:23 Getting Hot Again2:02 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts8:52 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts9:57 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Bednar11:23 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schlittler14:37 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts18:21 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Rice19:55 How Are We Feeling?22:08 Why The Bats Went Cold27:21 Offensive Philosophy32:40 Best Bullpen In Baseball?35:28 Getting Camilo Right37:47 Shortstop Is A Non-Issue40:53 Up Next41:43 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Trying to see this through but it's getting tough.0:00 Intro0:22 Still Alive, But Slipping17:38 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The series isn't even over yet, but it may as well be. We're getting a head start breaking down a miserable weekend at Fenway Park. The injuries have finally caught up to the Yankees, and it shows. But how long will the struggles last? Let's talk about it.0:00 Intro0:22 Team Is Struggling!1:37 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts7:55 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts11:14 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts16:08 Not Ok But Will Be23:46 Volpe Derangement Syndrome28:27 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

That was an impressive series, especially the way the Yankees won the two games they took. Let's break it down.0:00 Intro0:23 Bouncing Back Strong!5:37 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts12:57 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts16:19 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts17:52 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Cruz21:13 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Weathers24:53 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Goldy26:33 Dominguez + Power Hitting34:37 Volpe Hot Hitting Sustainable?37:12 Up Next37:57 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

This was a frustrating series to lose at home. They will be fine and if you think otherwise, there's no saving you, but there are still a few things that need to be addressed. Let's do it.0:00 Intro0:22 Bad Series From A Good Team2:13 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts3:42 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Bednar7:37 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schlittler11:48 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts15:51 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts19:57 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Rice21:55 Skubal + Trade Stuff27:37 Spencer Jones Looks Good30:28 Being Reasonable And Respectful37:04 Jazz + Playoff Approach41:33 Up Next41:57 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

They may not have gotten the sweep, but the Yankees just keep winning baseball games despite the injuries and tired narratives surrounding this team. Let's talk about how they're doing it. From a starting rotation that's been more than good, to a lineup that's among the best in baseball, to a certain controversial figure from New Jersey who might be heating up?0:00 Intro0:21 Yanks Keep Rolling!1:55 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts6:01 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Yarbrough6:56 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts8:41 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts10:21 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Weathers13:19 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Volpe19:57 Dominguez + Jones22:01 Production + Value At First Base25:10 Say No To Singles!27:45 Up Next28:30 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Knicks are NBA champions and I am all over the place right now. Enjoy whatever this episode is.0:00 Intro0:22 How I Became A Knicks Fan5:39 Thank You, Leon13:43 New York Is United Again15:51 When It Happened18:21 What This Means To Me20:28 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Despite the injuries continuing to pile up, the Yankees just keep winning and producing on both sides of the ball. We talk about the team taking five of six on the road and continuing to find ways to win.0:00 Intro0:25 An Impressive 5-1 Road Trip5:19 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts (CLE)9:14 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts (CLE)14:36 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Cruz (CLE)17:08 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts (CLE)18:32 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Rodon (CLE)21:52 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Goldy (CLE)23:49 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts (TOR)26:50 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts (TOR)27:51 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schlittler (TOR)31:24 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts (TOR)33:19 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Doval (TOR)35:27 Bullpen Stabilizing40:43 Volpe Vs. Cab Discourse42:36 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Jazz (TOR)45:18 Up Next46:06 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

I am pretty concerned about this loss. Maybe I shouldn't be, but there are some serious takeaways here.0:00 Intro0:23 Recap & Thoughts6:10 Halfcourt Offense + Brunson9:41 Not Punishing Smalls With Towns11:26 Main Offensive Takeaway12:57 POA + Gap Help Breakdowns16:31 Wemby Breaks Coverages18:31 Main Defensive Takeaway19:13 Final Thoughts20:41 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Aaron Judge will miss a few months. Will the Yankees be able to stay afloat this time? Let's talk about it.0:00 Intro02:46 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts5:31 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Doval11:24 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts14:10 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schlittler15:57 Surviving Without Judge23:00 Belli MVP Candidate24:47 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Grisham26:56 Final Thoughts27:41 Up Next28:24 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

I am losing the ability to talk about these games with any sophistication. At this point, it's just pure emotion. Every game feels like it's short circuiting the analytical part of my brain. What is happening? The Knicks are two wins away from a championship.0:00 Intro0:21 Recap & Thoughts7:29 Attacking Every PnR Coverage14:57 Offense Stalls Late17:28 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): KAT19:36 Brunson Struggling21:10 Mikal's Shotmaking22:21 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Mitch23:13 Final Thoughts25:21 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

I keep walking away from these games stunned, but maybe it's time to stop being surprised. This Knicks team is special. We touch on some of the offensive execution, but most of this episode is dedicated to what stood out defensively in Wednesday night's win.0:00 Intro0:22 Recap & Thoughts7:23 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Hart9:54 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Alvarado11:43 Overall Defensive Themes13:13 PnR Coverages14:37 Wemby Specific Adjustments15:59 Final Thoughts On Defense18:32 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Spent some time watching film and listening to a few voices before putting together this quick Knicks Finals preview. We hit the key matchups, potential adjustments, and what could decide the series.0:00 Intro0:22 Be Appreciative!3:30 Expected Spurs Coverage5:53 How Knicks Can Counter W/ Hart9:29 The Mitch Factor11:45 Alternative Offensive Looks13:28 Attacking De'Aaron Fox15:28 Defending Wemby Actions20:40 More Offensive Priorities21:18 Final Thoughts22:46 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yankees keep rolling and continue to play great baseball. We break down the A's series and later take a look at how the season's gone so far with @JacobBSpeaks from Twitter. Go follow him and check out his community, Yankees Empire.0:00 Intro0:23 A 5-1 Road Trip3:19 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts5:20 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts9:22 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts12:39 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Bednar13:54 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren15:28 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Rice17:22 Jacob Joins The Show!1:13:57 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

I'd love to share my story as a Knicks fan in this episode.

In a rain-shortened series, the Yanks get a loss in Cole's debut, but Judge finds it.0:00 Intro0:26 Thank You To Those Who Served3:37 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts8:46 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Bednar10:24 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Cole13:17 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts16:12 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Grisham18:19 Lineup Depth Is Underappreciated21:53 McMahon's Contact Approach26:05 Up Next26:36 Quick Plug27:35 Trivia28:02 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

This is so freaking surreal to me. Let's talk about it.0:00 Intro0:27 Recap & Thoughts9:44 Quick Plug10:16 Defensive Keys18:47 Solving The Hart Stuff24:14 Floor Reads Vs. Blitz25:41 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Mikal28:17 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): ShametNOTE: The final 3+ minutes of this episode got cut off, so here's what was discussed at the end:Landry Shamet gets the game ball off the bench. That's now 15 game balls total and 4 this postseason. Shamet finished with 14 points, shot 4/5 from three, and added 3 assists. Not long ago, he was at home and battling for a roster spot with Malcolm Brogdon in camp. Incredible turnaround. Broke down Shamet's shot-making, clutch buckets, and how his ability to create spacing one pass away/manipulate gap help has been huge. His point-of-attack defense on Donovan Mitchell was also remarkable.Also mentioned briefly but was cut off:• This has not really been a Mitchell Robinson series.• Not much of a Clarkson or Alvarado type series either.• Deuce McBride has had moments, but not loudly.• Biggest impact has mostly been the starters + Shamet… as expected for the playoffs.• And of course… Mike Brown.Then looked ahead:• Knicks going for the sweep tomorrow night in Cleveland.Ended with trivia:• When was the last time the Knicks won 10 regular season games in a row?*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

A series split always feels weird depending on how the wins and losses happened. Let's talk about this one. I hate the Blue Jays.0:00 Intro0:26 Won Two, Then Lost Two4:02 Quick Plug4:25 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts9:14 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts12:09 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts17:52 Game 4 Recap & Thoughts19:00 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Rodon22:15 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Yovanny Cruz24:57 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Belli27:30 Quick Plug27:59 Volpe Stays Up!32:43 Bats Go Quiet36:18 Quick Plug36:43 Up Next37:47 Gerrit Cole Returns Tonight!39:50 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Absolutely historic.0:00 Intro0:26 Recap & Thoughts4:08 Brown Finally Goes Five-Out!8:34 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson11:03 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Shamet12:13 Other Huge Contributors!14:14 Final Thoughts16:26 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Perhaps 40 minutes of talking to myself will qualify as therapy. Worth a shot.0:00 Intro0:26 Yanks 2-7 In Last 9 Games6:55 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts9:03 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schlittler14:29 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts18:29 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts20:57 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Jazz22:41 Need The Lefties To Hit30:14 Volpe Off To Nice Start32:30 Quick Plug33:30 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Cruz35:12 Bad Bullpen?41:44 Up Next42:24 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Let's talk about a long week of Yankees baseball. Some good, some bad, some ugly, but overall, we're still in a pretty good spot here.0:00 Intro0:25 A Hot And Cold Week2:13 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts (TEX)5:15 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Elmer (TEX)9:04 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts (TEX)9:55 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts (TEX)12:03 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Headrick (TEX)12:50 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Belli (TEX)14:13 Quick Plug15:07 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts (MIL)16:31 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts (MIL)20:08 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Schlittler (MIL)24:04 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts (MIL)27:41 Spencer Jones Debuts32:29 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Caballero (MIL)33:57 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Bednar (MIL)34:34 Bullpen Better Than We Think?43:10 Let's Stop Overanalyzing46:50 Wells + Jazz50:41 Ryan McMahon Looks Good!52:53 Can The Rays Keep This Up?55:07 Up Next55:52 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

This has been fun. Very, very fun.0:00 Intro0:26 Recap & Thoughts6:17 Brunson/Mitch PnR10:58 Optimizing Towns Again13:52 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson15:29 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Shamet17:31 Mikal Coming Through19:32 Holding Embiid In Check20:41 Final Thoughts21:02 Quick Plug22:12 Up Next23:50 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Knicks are two wins away! Short episode, but we break down OG Anunoby's brilliance, the injury concern, and the defensive gameplan that kept Tyrese Maxey in check in Game 2.0:00 Intro0:27 Recap + OG Injury4:01 Containing Maxey's PnRs7:01 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG9:55 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Alvarado11:19 Defensive Discipline13:03 Final Thoughts15:44 Quick Plug16:46 Up Next17:31 Trivia18:10 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

That is a Game 1 playoff win. Wow. The Knicks went out and attacked every weakness Philly had, from how they targeted Embiid to how they handled his pick-and-rolls to the wing play and everything in between. We dive into all of it.0:00 Intro0:26 Recap & Thoughts5:29 Quick Plug6:29 Less Hub Offense8:46 Putting Embiid In Action!12:06 When KAT Takes Threes...15:00 Quick Plug15:21 OG Ballside Defense19:11 Elite At The Point Of Attack!25:21 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson28:25 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Huk31:01 Trivia31:28 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

A sweep of the O's! The Yankees are absolutely on fire right now, with everything clicking across the board. We break down the series, highlight some standout recent pitching, the surging offense, Belli's new approach, Dominguez, Volpe getting optioned, and we also pay our respects to the legendary John Sterling.0:00 Intro0:26 Yanks Are Scorching Hot Right Now!2:52 John Sterling6:11 Quick Plug7:21 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts9:52 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren15:40 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts19:09 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts22:59 Game 4 Recap & Thoughts27:44 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Bird29:52 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Belli32:00 Dominguez Looks Good34:17 Give The Yankees More Credit40:46 Quick Plug41:08 Volpe Optioned47:00 Hot Bats!50:21 Up Next50:38 Trivia51:14 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The final score doesn't really reflect how well the Knicks played and makes the game seem closer than it actually was.0:00 Intro0:26 Recap & Thoughts8:48 Quick Plug9:40 Egalitarian Offense Is Back!17:12 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): OG19:49 Mikal Needed That!22:21 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Mitch23:37 Up Next25:12 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

We back, back.0:00 Intro0:26 Recap & Thoughts5:29 Mike Brown Stops Trolling!12:05 Post Pressure Forces Rotation16:54 Hub Offense Creation20:48 Early Offense = More Options!23:22 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): Brunson27:55 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Alvarado29:31 Winning The Margins34:45 Quick Plug35:44 Trivia36:58 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Sorry for being absent. I had to put together a quick episode to share thoughts, but we'll be back after tonight!

If you are watching the video version, ignore the title on the screen. We may have gotten a little ahead of ourselves in pre-production. That said, it was still a great series! Let's get into Yankee pitching, Aaron Judge, the bottom of the order, Jazz, and more.0:00 Intro0:25 Two More Wins!2:39 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts4:48 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren7:19 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts11:24 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Doval14:35 Throwing More Strikes18:42 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts27:48 Quick Plug28:31 Judge's Best Days Over?32:55 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Jazz36:33 Bottom Three Are Hitting41:27 Yankees Are Optimizing Offense!43:44 The Martian Is Back!48:22 Up Next49:11 Quick Plug49:36 Trivia50:23 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Delicious.0:00 Intro0:26 LMAOOO Boston4:06 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts9:28 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts11:39 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried16:10 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts23:19 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Bednar25:49 Boone Outmanages Cora (Again)29:10 Quick Plug30:06 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Stanton32:47 Judge + Jazz37:23 Amed Rosario Power?39:44 Perfect Pitching Formula41:35 Up Next41:50 Trivia42:16 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Mike Brown and Jalen Brunson are taking the blame, and they should. But here's why.0:00 Intro0:26 Recap & Thoughts4:36 Going Away From KAT14:37 New Rotation Sucks18:57 No Timeout20:40 Brunson Defense23:33 Quick Plug24:26 Trivia25:16 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The Yanks are finally syncing process with results, sweeping the Royals at home, winning five of seven, and now leading the AL in both record and run differential. They have a rotation that's controlling games and an offense that's stayed patient but is now actually doing damage. Things are starting to feel normal again.0:00 Intro0:26 Sweep!2:53 Quick Plug3:39 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts12:40 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Headrick15:43 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts21:07 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts22:21 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Weathers26:35 Rotation Already Elite?29:33 Hitting Good Pitching (Again)31:11 When Process Meets Results36:52 What's Behind Jazz's Struggles?42:36 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Rice47:58 Quick Plug49:10 Up Next51:57 Trivia52:25 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

One down, many to go in this journey! Last night, the Knicks took Game 1 against the Hawks at The Garden. New York's defense controlled the game and we break down how, while the offense also had its moments.0:00 Intro0:25 Recap & Thoughts5:29 Quick Plug6:29 Blown Coverages + Brunson Hunting11:49 Defensive Strategy Executed!17:04 KAT + Brunson Gravity25:22 Final Thoughts26:20 Bing Bong Game Ball (Starters): KAT27:56 Bing Bong Game Ball (Reserves): Mitch28:54 Danny Green Said Nothing New31:46 Trivia32:14 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

The wins were fun!0:00 Intro1:06 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts8:40 Game 4 Recap & Thoughts12:16 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Warren14:21 Pitching Struggling!19:19 Bats Coming Alive?24:05 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Judge25:32 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Headrick26:15 Aaron Boone Discourse34:10 Up Next34:33 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

Two completely different games to open this Yankees/Angels series. Let's break both down, where the Yankees are at right now, what's going on with Ben Rice, the lineup, and more.0:00 Intro0:26 Barely .500 Right Now3:04 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts13:53 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts20:14 Rice Not Starting Vs. Lefties25:13 Hitting Into Bad Luck?32:24 Up Next33:10 Quick Plug34:18 Trivia34:51 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio

This series was an absolute mess and I have zero desire to relive it… so naturally, let's dive in because self-sabotage is kind of my thing.0:00 Intro0:25 Five In A Row! Losses!2:02 Game 1 Recap & Thoughts3:24 Luis Gil Looks As Expected7:02 Game 2 Recap & Thoughts8:49 Jazz Stuff A Bit Dramatic12:43 Good Ole Fundamentals15:50 Game 3 Recap & Thoughts18:58 Overly Passive At The Plate?23:17 Grisham Slow Start27:25 Tip Of The Cap (Position Player): Rice27:38 Tip Of The Cap (Starter): Fried28:13 Tip Of The Cap (Reliever): Yarbrough28:58 Up Next30:53 Outro*SUPPORT THE POD*https://account.venmo.com/u/Robert-Carbone-Jr-28Audio