Boomer & Gio

Gio is back from vacation to discuss the NFL offseason, the Jets' need for veteran quarterbacks. The conversation moves to the Atlanta Hawks' controversial "Magic City" night, Dan Patrick's office fire, and Rick Pitino's plea for St. John's fans, while Boomer vows never to pay Maryland NIL money. After debating whether legendary broadcasters simply regurgitate takes and revisiting the Clemens-Piazza bat incident, the guys analyze NFL combine interviews and Nolan McLean's potential. We've also got Aaron Judge's World Baseball Classic thoughts, the "Moment of the Day" featuring John Minko's accidental strip club commercial, and even Puka Nacua's dating habits.

Gio is back from vacation to rejoin Boomer, kicking off the show with NFL offseason talk regarding free agency, the Jets' search for veteran quarterbacks, and ideal landing spots for top draft picks. Jerry's first update covered Giannis' return in a Bucks loss to the Celtics, Rick Pitino's rallying cry for St. John's students at MSG, and Bruce Pearl's dismissal of Miami of Ohio. Plus, the Rangers' dramatic third-period comeback and subsequent OT loss, and closing with the harrowing story of a Cessna crash in the Hudson where the occupants survived the frigid swim.

We start the hour with the Atlanta's Magic City strip club, noting the Hawks' upcoming promotional night and Luke Kornet's disapproval, followed by remembering John Minko's accidental strip club commercial. Jerry's update features Rick Pitino's plea to St. John's students, Boomer's refusal to fund Maryland athletes, and Noah Eagle's future broadcasting goals. Sports news wraps up with potential trades for Maxx Crosby and the Islanders, Jack Hughes' appearance on Jimmy Fallon, and Aaron Judge's World Baseball Classic plans. Finally, Gio recounts his vacation proximity to Epstein Island.

Jake Plummer critiqued Cris Collinsworth's longevity in the booth, prompting Gio and Boomer to debate the repetitive nature of analysts. We also talk NFL teams currently in need of a quarterback. Jerry's update featured Raheem Mostert's comments on Mike McDaniel, St. John's senior night at the Garden, and a retrospective on the Roger Clemens and Mike Piazza broken bat incident. Plus, Aaron Judge's thoughts on the World Baseball Classic and the Rangers' near comeback Plus, Jim Carrey's bizarre appearance at a Paris awards show.

A look at the NFL combine and the interview struggles of some players, followed by a discussion on Puka Nacua's dating habits and a caller's comparison of Nolan McLean to Matt Harvey. Jerry's has Giannis' return in a Bucks loss to the Celtics, Rick Pitino's push for student attendance at St. John's senior night, and Kenny Albert's call of the Rangers' dramatic comeback and OT defeat. Also, the Hughes siblings and Hilary Knight appearing on Jimmy Fallon and Aaron Judge preparing for the World Baseball Classic. After a "Moment of the Day" featuring John Minko's accidental strip club commercial, the show closed with Gio's concerns over his severe snoring ahead of an upcoming golf trip.

Jerry's back with Kenny Albert on the call as the Rangers came back down 4-0 in the third to tie it, only to lose in OT. Jack and Quinn Hughes and Hilary Knight were on Jimmy Fallon last night. Aaron Judge is getting ready for the World Baseball Classic. The Moment of The Day: John Minko realizing he's reading a strip club commercial.

We talked some about the NFL Combine and what Boomer took away from it. Then, Puka Nacua is dating a woman that looks like him.

Jerry takes us back to Roger Clemens throwing the broken bat at Mike Piazza. McMonigle's take was that he didn't intentionally throw the bat at him. Aaron Judge talked World Baseball Classic. We heard Kenny Albert on the call as the Rangers came back down 4-0 to tie the game, only to lose in OT.

Collinsworth, Bradshaw, etc. Same thing for thirty years. We also give you a little more on available QBs.

Jerry returns with Rick Pitino, asking students to come out to the Garden tonight to honor seniors. Boomer won't ever give Maryland NIL money. Noah Eagle said if he's still calling games when he's Al Michaels age, you have permission to slap him. Maxx Crosby could be traded as early as this week. Jack Hughes was on with Jimmy Fallon. Aaron Judge talked about playing in the World Baseball Classic.

The Atlanta Hawks are having a Magic City night and Luke Kornet of the Spurs is not happy about it.

Jerry's first update has got Giannis returning for the Bucks in their loss against the Celtics. Rick Pitino wants St. John's students to show up at MSG. Bruce Pearl is not a believer in Miami of Ohio's basketball team. Also, Kenny Albert on the call as the Rangers almost make a great comeback.

Also, where would the draft picks be best used. We throw in some Giants talk too.

From 'NYYST' (subscribe here): Does the acquisition of Randal Grichuk all but cement Jasson Dominguez starting the season in AAA? Also, does CC Sabathia belong in Monument Park?

Boomer and Jerry open the show with the Knicks' defensive win over the Spurs before C-Lo highlights a Rutgers road victory and an Islanders win where Matthew Schaefer earned Wayne Gretzky comparisons. The NFL Draft talk follows with a look at the Jets' quarterback needs. We also discuss the undefeated UConn women's season. After a call from a former homeless listener in Florida, the conversation shifts to Giants draft targets, an SNL clip featuring Jack Hughes, and Kevin Willard's memories of working under Rick Pitino. Plus, Boomer's divided Rangers-Islanders family, the Mets' decision to start Freddy Peralta on Opening Day over Nolan McLean, and Ron Darling's wild stories of attending bar mitzvahs. We even talk the World Baseball Classic.

Gio's out one more day, so Boomer and Jerry open with the Knicks' dominant defensive win over the Spurs at MSG before C-Lo checks in with the highlights. Also, Jerry's call of a big Rutgers road win over Maryland, Matthew Schaefer's scoring streak for Isles, Boomer reacts to the Mets choosing Freddy Peralta as the Opening Day starter. Finally, Jerry's trip to Maryland, where he tracked down Boomer's plaque and swapped stories with his former classmates.

The hour begins with NFL draft talk and the Jets' search for a quarterback, with Boomer evaluating candidates like Kirk Cousins, Deshaun Watson, and Andy Dalton. C-Lo shares highlights from the Knicks' victory & the UConn women's undefeated season under Geno Auriemma. Plus, a call from a listener in Florida before closing with a look at the NFL combine and John Harbaugh's run-first coaching philosophy.

A caller suggests the Giants draft the kicker from Hawaii followed by a question on whether Boomer would root for Matthew Schaefer and the Islanders if the Rangers are out. C-Lo has highlights of Schaefer and the Islanders, plus, an SNL clip featuring Jack Hughes, Hilary Knight, and the actor from Heated Rivalry, and Villanova coach Kevin Willard's memories of the tough work environment under Rick Pitino. We finish up with the Knicks' balanced win and guessing the Jets' Opening Day starter.

A caller reminds Boomer that his grandkids are destined to be lifelong Islanders fans. The Freddy Peralta versus Nolan McLean debate and World Baseball Classic. C-Lo has Ty Simpson on Glenn & Reich, Ron Darling's stories of bar mitzvahs, Phil Simms and exotic animals, and Jameis Winston at an IndyCar race. The Moment of the Day features a former New Yorker singing "Cool Names" followed by a final debate on the McLean vs. Paul Skenes we won't get.

C-Lo's got Ty Simpson talking about Aaron Glenn and Frank Reich. Ron Darling talked about doing appearances at bar mitzvah's. He did one with Phil Simms and exotic animals. Jameis Winston and his son went to an Indycar race in Florida and C-Lo has the clips.

We were hoping Nolan McClain. Also, is Jerry into the World Baseball Classic.

We heard the clip from SNL involving the actor from ‘Heated Rivalry' and Jack Hughes and Hilary Knight. Villanova head coach Kevin Willard talked about working with Rick Pitino in the past and it sounded like a tough work environment.

A caller wants the kicker from Hawaii for the Giants and Jerry wonders when you pick a kicker in the draft if you really like a guy. A caller wonders if Boomer will root for Matthew Schaefer and the Islanders if the Rangers aren't in the playoffs.

The UConn women went undefeated this season and we talked about Geno Auriemma. A guy called from Florida who said when he was homeless in NY, he would listen to us.

We start with what the Jets need to look for in the draft for their needs and move on to who they could possible bring in as a QB.

C-Lo starts with the sounds of that Knicks win. We heard our own Jerry Recco on the call as Rutgers beat Maryland by 4 on the road. Matthew Schaefer scored again as the Islanders beat the Panthers. Boomer wanted Nolan McLean to start opening day for the Mets instead of Freddy Peralta.

Knicks win back to back games with a great combo of defense and spreading the ball around.

Evan, Tiki & Shaun Morash on the latest power dynamics of the Giants front office. Plus, Shaun and Tiki react to Joe Schoen's comments from the NFL Combine (21:51); Craig Carton on whether or not Schoen is truly running the show (41:38); Craig on a potential Giants smokescreen with their reported interest in Jeremiah Love (51:40).

Evan & Tiki and Shaun Morash react to the Jets trading Jermaine Johnson to the Titans. Plus, Shaun and Tiki discuss Jets rumors (10:51); Craig Carton on Aaron Glenn's ‘superpower' (19:27); Boomer, Gio and Jerry on Glenn receiving an ‘A' rating from the players (41:20); Boomer & Gio on the Jets' QB needs (57:06).

As Pete Alonso flexes his power at Orioles spring training, Boomer & Gio wonder if any regret from the Mets will start to sink in. Plus, Evan & Tiki react to comments from Daryl Strawberry who says Alonso will be the one who regrets leaving New York (12:04); Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber on the Mets choosing Freddy Peralta over Nolan McLean to start Opening Day (30:42); a caller asks Evan about Joe Benigno's anger toward the Mets (54:43)

Karl-Anthony Towns only attempted five shots from the field in an embarrassing loss to the Cavaliers, and Craig Carton wonders if Jalen Brunson deserves more of the blame. Plus, Boomer Esiason points the finger at Mike Brown, wondering if the Knicks made a mistake in firing Tom Thibodeau.

Giancarlo Stanton told NJ.com that it hurts his elbows to simply open a bag of potato chips, and that set off Craig Carton and Shaun Morash, though Chris McMonigle believes it's a nothing story. Plus, all the reaction to the Yanks announcing that they will retire CC Sabathia's number this season.

Boomer & Gio react to the US men's ice hockey team beating Canada for its first gold medal since 1980. Plus, a look at who the top players are in this year's NFL draft (9:36); Boomer, Gio and Jerry react to soundbites from the NFL Scouting Combine (24:53); CC Sabathia's number to be retired (41:03); how the ABS challenge system is faring in spring training (54:34); Gio is getting a weird vibe from the Knicks (1:12:17).

Boomer and Jerry highlight New York's rising stars like Matthew Schaefer and Jaxson Dart before diving into Brady Tkachuk's AI video drama and Aaron Glenn's viral combine moment. The guys analyze the latest NFLPA team grades, and discuss how corporate mergers might impact NFL broadcast rights on CBS. The conversation shifts to the Jets' quarterback spending, the Yankees' projected standings, and Merrill Kelly's tax-based free agency move, followed by a song parody about Al's dog and a debate on tipping service workers. Finally, the show recaps a Rangers overtime collapse and Gerrit Cole's surging fastball before wrapping up with the "Moment of the Day" A.I. clash and a look at Giancarlo Stanton's elbow injury.

Boomer and Jerry lead with New York's rising stars including Matthew Schaefer, Nolan McLean, and Jaxson Dart, along with Jack Hughes and Cam Schlittler. C-Lo arrives bringing news from Mets and Yankees spring training, Schaefer's record-breaking goal, a Rangers loss to the Flyers, and honors for Jack Hughes in Pittsburgh, plus, Brady Tkachuk's frustration over an AI video. Finally, the guys talk Jets, addressing a caller's critique of Aaron Glenn.

We dive into the latest NFLPA team grades, where Aaron Glenn earned an 'A'. C-Lo returns with Craig Carton's chip-bag strength test against Giancarlo Stanton and the latest sounds from Mets and Yankees spring training. Also, Matthew Schaefer's record-breaking goal and the Rangers' loss to the Flyers, concluding with a look at how the Warner Bros/Discovery and Paramount situation could impact NFL rights on CBS.

A caller questions if Aaron Glenn is too fragile to be an NFL head coach. The guys then debate the Jets' salary strategy for the quarterback position before Jerry reveals where Baseball Digest projects the Yankees to finish in the A.L. East. C-Lo's update features a golfer mocked by Egyptian geese, Merrill Kelly's tax-based decision to choose the Diamondbacks over the Padres and Matthew Schaefer's record-breaking goal. We wrap up with Jerry's song parody about Al and his dog, Whimsy (which you'll have to go to Audacy.Com to hear because of streaming rules.)

Callers debate on whether to tip plumbers and electricians before a preview of upcoming games for St. John's and the Knicks. C-Lo returns with the Rangers' OT loss to the Flyers, followed by the Devils' loss in Pittsburgh. Also, Connor McDavid's reaction to recent championship frustrations, Gerrit Cole surprised at his fastball speed, leading into the Moment of the Day: an AI video from the White House that has Boomer and Eddie clashing, plus, a four-year-old clip of Al discussing his dog's health. We end with thoughts on Giancarlo Stanton's elbow injury, and a caller's endorsement of Ohio State's Sonny Styles for the Jets.

C-Lo starts with NHL trade speculation discussed, then the Devils losing in Pittsburgh. Connor McDavid was asked how he keeps losing Stanley Cups and Gold Medals. Gerrit Cole on his fastball. The Moment of The Day: White House A-I video has Boomer & Eddie battling. Plus, a 4-year old clip from Al talking about his dog's anal glands.

Callers check in on the important topic of tipping a plumber or electrician. Then we talk a upcoming St John's & Knicks.

C-Lo returns with a golfer being mocked by Egyptian geese. MLB player Merrill Kelly chose the Diamondbacks over the Padres because of taxes. Matthew Schaefer has the new record for goals scored for an 18 year old defensemen and we heard the call.

Are the Jets going to put a lot of money into the QB situation or will they spread it around more? Jerry reveals where Baseball Digest has the Yankees finishing in the A.L. East.