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On this episode of NYY Takes Toh, Coles and Matt discuss the Yankees' first month of baseball and talk about where the real concerns lie, and where some may be overblown.

Coles talks another week of Yankee baseball, this time diving into Carlos Rodon's success, Devin Williams' struggles and the Yankees' imbalanced offense.

On this episode of NYY Takes, Coles recaps the Yankees' sweep of the Kansas City Royals and talks about the Bombers' recipe for success for the 2025 season.

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles discusses the Yankees' recent struggles, takes a look at FanGraphs' and PECOTA's updated projected standings, and provides his opinion on the how the season has started and may continue to go.

The Yankees hit 15 home runs in their first series of 2025 against the Milwaukee Brewers on their way to a three game sweep and a 3-0 start to the year. Is it a sign of things to come, or should we pump the brakes?

On this episode of NYY TAKESGerrit Cole Tommy John SurgeryDiffering opinions on whether this team is "fun"Right on, Realistic, or Ridiculous? Is this the Baby Bombers Part II?

On this episode of NYY Takes Toh and Coles are joined by John Brophy to discuss under-the-radar Spring Training prospects, thoughts on Stanton and Gil injuries, and Brophy's big announcement.

In the first NYY Takes episode since November 2024, Matt, Coles, Les, and Toh analyze the Yankees' offseason moves and preview the team's 2025 outlook. They also dive into the new Yankee beard policy, the end of 'New York, New York' after losses, and Giancarlo Stanton's question-mark filled return trip to New York.

On this episode of NYY Takes Toh, Les and Coles talk about the Juan Soto sweepstakes and their confidence levels in the Yankees' bringing him back.

On this episode of NYY Takes Rob steps up to the mic to talk about the Yankees' 2024 season, and looks ahead to 2025.

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles, Toh, Les and Matt talk about what this World Series means for the Yankees and their fans, who the x-factor for the series will be, which team has more to lose, and why the ticket prices are so high. If you are looking for easy access to new user offers for sportsbooks in our area-- find all of them in our custom link here: https://signupexpert.com/nyytakes

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles and Toh discuss a heartbreaking Game 3 loss for the New York Yankees. signupexpert.com/nyytakes

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles, Les and Toh discuss their biggest concerns for the ALDS, why they're feeling confident in the Yankees, and their upcoming trip to the Stadium for October.

On this episode of NYY Takes Matt and Coles discuss the Jasson Dominguez/Alex Verdugo drama, and how the Yankees have mishandled it. Then, they discuss Nestor's likely season-ending injury before ranking the Yankees' Playoff Opponents.

Toh and Coles are back to discuss the return of the boring Yankees, what to make of Nestor Cortes' comments, the poor handling of The Martian's promotion, and why the Yankees still have the second-best World series odds. Use https://signupexpert.com/nyytakes to take advantage of all of the new user offers for legal sportsbooks in your area!

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles, Les and Toh discuss the death of Old Timer's Day, Brett Gardner's Absence, A-Rod's case for Monument Park, Austin Wells' cieling and why Giancarlo Stanton is the Yankees Most Valuable Player.

Given the Yankees' unacceptable play, Cameron Toh and Les Williams talk about their excitement for Manchester United and the upcoming 2024-25 English Premier League season. Right on, realistic, or ridiculous: Erik ten Hag is ten times the manager Aaron Boone is. Then, does Jazz Chisholm's injury ruin the season? Austin Wells should be AL Rookie of the Year frontrunner sometime next week, Cameron Toh presents several lanes for Jasson Dominguez to return to the Bronx, and lamenting Old Timers' Day. Get the best new user sportsbook offer at signupexpert.com/nyytakes, a one-stop shop for all of the legal sportsbooks in your area with new user deals already built in.

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On this episode of NYY Takes Coles, Matt and Les discuss the Yankees' trade deadline and outlook for the rest of the season. Get the best new user sportsbook offer at signupexpert.com/nyytakes, a one-stop shop for all of the legal sportsbooks in your area with new user deals already built in.

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles and Toh recap their pre-season ups and downs, and assess how they look a the halway point. Then, they play 'Right on, Realistic or Ridculous?' with FanGraphs Rest-of-Season projections before discussing a tough road ahead for the Yankees.

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles, Toh and Matt discuss Aaronn Boone's poor handling of the New York media, and how he has created a divide between the fans and players. Then, they discuss sending Anthony Volpe down to Triple-A, retiring D.J. LeMahieu, and The Curse of Mount Sinai.

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles and Les share their thoughts on the Yankees' June swoon and first half of the season. Then they discuss Aaron Judge's HOF case, Marcus Stroman's intensity in Toronto and Gleyber Torres' 'benching.'

On this episode of NYY Takes Toh and Coles discuss their accurate prediction of a 2-4 six game stretch against the Red Sox and Orioles, Gerrit Cole's first start of 2024, Luis Gil's first rough outing, and why there's room for a lot of positivity despite being embarrassed by two divisional rivals.

On this episode of NYY Takes Toh, Les and Coles recap the Yankees' series' against the Dodgers and Royals, discuss Anthony Rizzo's future, list some top bullpen targets heading to the deadline, and opine on an upcoming test of games. Also, were the crowds at Yankee Stadium for the Dodgers series overhyped?

On this episode of NYY Takes Toh and Coles cover the Yankees' dominant 9 game West Coast Trip and discuss what to do with Anthony Rizzo, Gerrit Cole's pregame habits and rehab start, and why this version of Aaron Judge is the best one we've seen yet.

On this episode of NYY Takes Les, Coles, Toh and Matt discuss Aaron Judge moving to first base, Hal's big mouth, Gerrit Cole becoming a bullpen arm, the Yankees' sneakily weak bullpen, Anthony Rizzo's burner account, and why Angel Hernandez retiring is bad for baseball.

On this episode of NYY Takes Matt and Rob have an honest conversation about the future of the Houston Astros before discussing how their opinion of the Yankees changed over the last six games, what the Yankees will do when Gerrit Cole returns, what should be done with Gleyber Torres, and how Gary Sanchez is doing before finally wrapping up with some brief Knicks talk.

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles, Toh and Matt discuss the Yankees' terrible performance in Baltimore, the Knicks' pivotal Game 6 against the 76ers, why it's ok for fans to boo Aaron Judge even if you don't like it, and where the Yankees would be without Juan Soto.

Quick takeaways from a dominant series win for the Yankees, and looking ahead to a four game series in Baltimore.

The Yankees are 16-8, but is it for real? Coles and Les talk about it. They also do another round of 'Right on, Realistic or Ridiculous' where they discuss Aaron Judge's future legacy, bad retirement gifts, monument park inductees, and what the Yankees need to do in order to legitimately compete for a World Series.

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles, Les and Matt discuss the elbow injury epidemic plaguing baseball (0:00-15:04) and discuss rooting for the Red Sox for the sake of the rivalry (15:05-21:25) before finishing up with Three Up, Three Down where they debate the pros and cons of the Yankee Stadium experience (21:30).

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles, Toh, Les and Matt discuss a successful week for the Yankees which saw the Bombers sweep the Houston Astros on the road and finish a seven-game trip 6-1. Then, they go 'three up, three down' to talk about Nestor and Rodon's starts to the season, Aaron Judge's struggles, and Ian Hamilton/Caleb Ferguson ascensions before finishing up with Unhinged Comment of the Week.

On this episode of NYY Takes Coles, Toh, Les and Matt discuss the Jon Berti acquisition and his potential to be a key part of the roster. Then, they do 'Three Up, Three Down' to discuss players they are 'high' and 'low' on heading into the 2024 season including Caleb Ferguson, Luis Gil, Nick Burdi, Nestor Cortes and Anthony Volpe before finishing with another 'Unhinged Comment of the Week Segment'

On this episode of NYY Takes John Brophy joins the pod to discuss his Spring Training experience (6:56) including his '99 Burger Review' (8:10), joining NYY Undeground (15:20) and an amazing story about his selfie with Hal Steinbrenner (25:49). Then Les, Toh and Coles do a round of "Right On, Realistic or Ridiculous' (45:00) and Unhinged Comment of the Week (58:30).

On this episode of NYY Takes the crew plays another game of 'Right on, Ridiculous or Realistic' to recap the recent Spring Training news and notes including Carlos Rodon's Spring (6:39), Spencer Jones' rise (11:14) and why Tax Reasons will be to thank for the Yankees' 28th ring (15:50). Then, they wrap up with a new segment called 'Unhinged Comment of the Week' (27:30).

On this episode of NYY Takes Toh, Coles and Matt breakdown the biggest Spring Training stories through quotes, and guessing who said what.

On this episode of NYY Takes Toh, Coles and Les recap a trip to Hideki Matsui's favorite restaurant. Then, they discuss what the 90s Yankees and Scott Proctor have in common before finishing up with 'guessing Yankee players based on their Steamer projections'. Also, authentic Yankee Jerseys are very expensive.

On this episode of NYY Takes the full panel is back to play another game of 'Right On, Realistic or Ridiculous?' where we discuss some NYY Takes that are (or are not) ridiculous or right on.

On this episode of NYY Takes Matt, Toh and Coles discuss the Yankees' acquisition of Juan Soto, the possible signing of Yoshinobu Yamamoto and whether or not Aaron Boone can lead a star-studded clubhouse.

On this episode of NYY Takes, Toh and Coles introduce a brand new game called "Right-on Realistic, or Ridiculous?" to discuss some of the offseason's biggest storylines. And yes, they even go as far as to defend Brian Cashman.

On this episode of NYY Takes, Toh, Matt and Les discuss Brian Cashman's out-of-character press conference, and what it means for the upcoming off-season into next year. Is there any hope for the future? Also, Les makes an incredible revelation...

On this episode of NYY Takes Matt, Coles and Les come together to discuss the poorly watched World Series and all of its connections to the Yankees (00:00-14:50). They then talk about Sean Casey's departure and Aaron Boone's leash in 2024 (14:50 -20:50) before finishing off with Part 2 of their Audit (of the Yankees' Audit) (20:50-43:50).

In this episode of NYY Takes, Coles and Toh bid farewell to Pinstriped Prospects, discuss Hal Steinbrenner's meeting with 15 high-ranking officials, and go over Yankee fan responses to The Athletic's team-related poll.

It's officially the off-season for the Yankees and Les, Toh and Coles came together to talk about the Yankees' upcoming internal audit, the organization's communication problems and the rise of Aaron Judge as a Player-GM.

Matt, Coles and Les talk about why sports are stupid (sometimes), their respective NBA and NFL fanhood, and finish up with what they are most looking forward to and dreading most for the 2024 Yankees season.

Toh, Matt, and Les put a bow on the New York Yankees tenure of Josh Donaldson. They also discuss if this means that the front office is finally admitting that the recent moves have been failures. ***SETUP AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS***

On this episode of NYY Takes, the crew is joined by their #1 listener to discuss Brian Cashman's job security, the 'obvious' issues with the Yankees that weren't addressed in the offseason, and if the championship window is closed, closing or re-opening.

The NYY Takes Crew discusses all things 'off' about the Yankees including delusions of success, poor coaching habits, toxic corporate leadership and being more of a company than a baseball team.

On this episode of NYY Takes, the crew got together to warm up for Fantasy Football season by drafting the worst Yankee moments and story lines of the 2023 season. The choices were nearly endless.