Boomer & Gio

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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.

C-Lo returns and we heard sounds from the Mets and Yankees spring training. Matthew Schaefer has the new record for goals scored for an 18 year old defensemen. The Rangers lost to the Flyers at the Garden last night.

The NFLPA grades came out for the teams. Aaron Glenn got an ‘A' from his players. We went over some of the surprising grades that players dished out for owners, coaches and facilities.

C-Lo here with lots from Mets & Yankees spring training games. Also, the Isles Schaefer sets a record for goals for an 18 year old defensemen, the Rangers lost again, and Jack Hughes was honored again, this time in Pittsburgh. Brady Tkachuk was not happy with the White House A-I video where he's bashing Canadians.

We give props to some of the great young guys in NY sports including Matthew Schaefer, Nolan McLean, Jaxson Dart, Jack Hughes and Cam Schlittler.

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With Gio out, Boomer and Jerry open with Jack Hughes' return and the politics surrounding U.S. Hockey before C-Lo highlights Hughes and Kenny Albert's success. The duo debates Mac Jones trade rumors and the Jets' quarterback needs, then pivots to CC Sabathia's Yankees ceremony and future honorees. After some Club Bene nostalgia and Al's rant on hockey politics, the show covers a strange Parkway incident and Jerry's coaching history. Finally, they look ahead to a championship-filled 2026 for New York, share medical updates on Giancarlo Stanton and Matt Waldron, and break down NFL Combine for Jets & Giants.

Jerry's in for Gio and he and Boomer open the show with Jack Hughes' return to the Devils and the political climate surrounding Team USA, including the mutual respect between the men's and women's hockey programs. C-Lo's features Hughes addressing the Prudential Center crowd, Pat McAfee covering a $150,000 bar tab for Team USA and a nod to Kenny Albert's impressive recent run. Finally, the guys pivot to the NFL, discussing John Lynch's "strong offer" requirement for a Mac Jones trade and the Jets' need for veteran quarterbacks.

The hour kicks off with the Yankees' plans to honor CC Sabathia in Monument Park, leading to Jerry quizzing Al on retired numbers and a discussion on potential monuments for Jeter and Rivera. Plus, a caller's skeptical outlook on the Yankees' season. We hear Jack Hughes' return to the Devils, Hilary Knight's comments on the connection between the men's and women's hockey teams. After touching on UConn's dominant win over Rick Pitino and St. John's, the hour wraps up with the news of Matt Waldron's unique medical absence.

Boomer opens the hour by reading fan mail on air. We take a nostalgic look back at the legendary Club Bene in Sayreville and the famous acts that performed there. The guys address Al's recent outburst regarding the political associations surrounding the U.S. Men's hockey team. To wrap up the hour, they discuss a gross incident on the Garden State Parkway and the end of Jerry's tenure as a Little League coach, including his unpublished book on the experience.

Jerry predicts that 2026 could be the best year in New York sports, citing championship potential for the Knicks, Mets, Yankees, and even a division title for the Giants. The optimism extends to the Islanders' postseason hopes. C-Lo's final update covers Giancarlo Stanton's delayed elbow surgery, Scott Boras' take on Hal Steinbrenner, and the Padres' update on Matt Waldron's medical procedure. Also, Shedeur Sanders' unique gift to Todd Monken and Moment of the Day with a Yankees trivia quiz, the show wraps with NFL Combine talk, potential picks for the Giants and Jets, and Boomer's concerns regarding Cam Skattebo.

C-Lo is here with Giancarlo Stanton's plan to delay elbow surgery until retirement and his expected rest days this season. Scott Boras' comments on Hal Steinbrenner's player pursuit, the Padres manager addressing Matt Waldron's surgery for an "infection in his rear end." Plus, Todd Monken receiving a porcelain horse head from Shedeur Sanders, and Moment of the Day: Jerry's Yankees retired numbers quiz for Al.

Knicks, Mets, Yanks, Giants, Islanders - they all have a legit shot, says Jerry.

We talked about Al yelling in the Warm Up Show about people equating the US Men's hockey team with President Trump.