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The Yankees may have slammed the door on Boston's playoff hopes, but the Rays are suddenly creating a new problem. Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash debate whether the Yankees have effectively locked up the top wild-card spot, why Tampa Bay's bizarre late-game wins feel dangerous, and whether the AL East race is truly over. They also revisit Aaron Boone's controversial lineup choices against Boston, David Cone seemingly predicting Elliott Ramos' three-run homer moments before it happened, and the bigger problem with MLB replay. The hour closes with a debate over position players pitching in blowouts and whether baseball is eventually headed toward a mercy rule.

Boston is furious over the controversial Rafael play, but Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash aren't buying the excuses after the Yankees demolished the Red Sox 16-1. They break down why the replay call stood, why Boston still had every chance to survive the inning, and why the outrage over Jazz Chisholm stealing bases only made the Red Sox look worse. The Yankees took three of four, claimed the season-series tiebreaker and strengthened their grip on the top wild-card spot. The hour also turns to the Jets' shaky backup quarterback situation, the return of Juan Soto, David Cone seemingly predicting an Elliott Ramos home run, and whether the red-hot Rays have enough momentum to threaten the Yankees in the AL East.

Jake breaks down the biggest winners and losers of MLB this month Read alongside us here: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49773653/mlb-2026-august-winners-losers-watch-september-playoff-race-wild-card-pca-ohtani-alvarez Booking.com the easiest way from where you are to where you want to be. Go on, book that trip - it's easy. https://www.booking.com Book your next trip at https://www.bestwestern.com +++++++++++ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 2:40 Award Races 8:50 Biggest Winners of August 13:40 AL East 15:10 NL MVP 16:28 Biggest Losers of August (Dodgers Offense) 20:25 Pirates 22:40 Mariners 29:25 Most Astounding Stats 30:35 Lombard Stats 33:00 What to Watch for in September 35:45 Biggest Series the Rest of the Season 44:00 Bonus Winners of the Month Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The American League this season hasn't had a completely impressive showing from a wins perspective. While there are many teams under .500, there is one division that has three teams with winning records, as well as two teams that are within two games of reaching the .500 mark, which means we will surely get a dogfight down the stretch. The question now is: how many of the teams in the AL East will make the postseason? On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap an impressive showing this weekend from almost every team in the AL East, which saw the leading Tampa Bay Rays, Toronto Blue Jays and Baltimore Orioles all sweep their weekend series, as well as the New York Yankees taking three of four from the Boston Red Sox. With the Yankees and Red Sox seemingly locked into a wild-card spot at the very least, and the Blue Jays and Orioles less than two games out of the final spot, it's a real possibility the postseason will feature four of these teams. Later on the show, Jake and Jordan talk about the Los Angeles Dodgers' weekend at Comerica Park against the Detroit Tigers, where Tarik Skubal made his emotional return to the team that traded him just a few weeks ago, as well as how it seems manager Dave Roberts is prioritizing Shohei Ohtani's bat over his pitching for the rest of the season. They then talk about Pete Crow-Armstrong's impressive day, which might have just solidified his first-ever National League MVP trophy, as well as recap all the other action in baseball from this weekend. 1:25 - The Opener: AL Beast 18:59 - Yankees beat the Red Sox 29:35 - Big takeaways from the AL East 32:30 - Field Report: Skubal's return 46:31 - Around The League: PCA for MVP 55:19 - Turbo Mode: Weekend Recap Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The Rays' new stadium deal cleared its first hurdle as Tampa City Council approved the agreement 4-3, with Bill Carlson's swing vote sealing it after he used his leverage back in May to force a better deal for the city. Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down what changed, why the sales tax funding got scrapped in favor of an $80 million city loan, and why today's Hillsborough County Commission vote is the real one that could put shovels in the ground within a month. They also marvel at the season the Rays are having — four games up on the Yankees, six up on Boston, with a playoff rotation of McClanahan, Martinez and Rasmussen taking shape — as new ownership tries to close the deal on a new ballpark in the same year they might win the AL East.On the Bucs, Rick previews tonight's preseason finale in Jacksonville with the QB2 competition still very much unresolved — Jalon Daniels got the bulk of the ones-and-twos work again this week, and Rick makes the case for why the rookie should start the game and get every rep he can. They also run through position battles heating up ahead of Monday's roster cutdown, including outside linebacker, offensive line depth, and the cornerback picture, and answer mailbag questions on Chris Braswell's disappointing camp and the early scouting buzz that first tipped Rick off to Jalon Daniels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rick Stroud reports live from Jacksonville after a joint practice the Bucs would rather forget — Baker Mayfield admitted afterward that "if this was a full game, I don't think we would have come out on the winning side," and Chris Godwin, in his tenth year, called out the team for getting out-physicaled by Liam Cohen's Jaguars. Rick and Steve break down what went wrong, why a wake-up call now beats one in Cincinnati, and the real bright spots buried in a rough day: Tristan Wirfs back in full pads and moving well, Rueben Bain Jr. continuing to wreck practice reps, and Benjamin Morrison finally getting through a complete practice for the first time in ages. They also preview Friday's preseason finale against the Jaguars and the roster crunch coming this weekend as the Bucs cut from 90 to 53.On the Rays, Tampa Bay's AL East remains at 3.5 games after a 4-1 loss to Detroit, with Rick and Steve digging into the tiebreaker math that still favors the Rays down the stretch, a remarkable stat line from an opposing starter who didn't get a single swing-and-miss in over 80 pitches against Tampa Bay's contact-heavy lineup, and what the Rays need from their rotation to hold on. They close with a tribute to Dolly Parton, who died at 80. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Toronto is talking trash about the Yankees again, with Blue Jays radio hosts calling New York a “dumb” baseball team and guaranteeing they would beat the Yankees in the playoffs. Evan pushes back on the shot, arguing Toronto is judging this Yankees team through last year's failures while ignoring how much has changed. The debate turns to which AL East teams should actually scare the Yankees most in October and why Toronto still feels like a house of horrors. The conversation then shifts to the Jets and Giants, as Shaun Morash argues some Jets fans are jealous of the excitement surrounding the Giants. Evan explains why there is still a path to Jets optimism, even after Aaron Glenn's disastrous first season.

Toronto is taking shots at the Yankees again, with Blue Jays radio hosts calling them a “dumb” baseball team and essentially guaranteeing they would beat New York in the playoffs. Evan pushes back hard, arguing this Yankees team is far different from last year's version, while the conversation turns to which AL East opponents actually present the biggest postseason danger. The hour also dives into Jets and Giants optimism, whether Jets fans are jealous of the excitement surrounding the Giants, and what Aaron Glenn needs to show to keep his job. Plus, Shaun Morash takes on the debut of the Aaron Boone nickname game, fantasy football's most annoying league members get ranked, and the crew debates why drafts should be held as close to Week 1 as possible.

Mike Francesa discusses the Yankees' AL East push, along with roster and injury management as they approach the postseason! He also continues to analyze the Giants and Jets ahead of their meeting in the final preseason game on Friday. Plus, Mike wraps up the show with listener emails. 00:00 Bash @ Bar A Sep. 3 04:25 Yankees' Postseason Approach 20:57 NFL Preseason Analysis 23:08 Thoughts on Giants 32:40 Jets' Early Outlook 39:25 Giants-Jets Preseason Game 40:50 Listener Emails

The Yankees have dragged themselves right back into the AL East race, forcing Evan to admit his earlier declaration that the division was over no longer holds up. With New York just three games behind Tampa Bay, Evan still picks the Rays to win the East, but acknowledges the Yankees have made it a legitimate fight. Shaun Morash is in for Tiki Barber alongside Evan Roberts. The conversation also turns to Geno Smith and quarterbacks who revived their careers with new teams, including Vinny Testaverde, Rich Gannon and Sam Darnold. Plus, the Jaxson Dart debate continues over whether the Giants quarterback is getting treated differently around the NFL.

John Harbaugh's message to Tyrone Tracy has Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash reading between the lines after two costly preseason mistakes. Harbaugh managed to defend Tracy while stressing the importance of his missed block and fumble, raising real questions about where Tracy stands in the Giants' running back pecking order. Evan and Shaun debate whether Najee Harris could emerge as the lead back, while Tiki Barber's earlier pick of Tracy creates a three-way split with Cam Skattebo also getting support. They also revisit Evan and Shaun's legendary 2018 Jacob deGrom versus Luis Severino argument, react to Deshaun Watson's apology to Browns fans, revisit the Jaxson Dart “Big Blue Tent” debate, and look at the Yankees' tightening AL East race. Evan also explains why the WNBA's latest culture-war controversy has turned him off from the league.

Jaxson Dart's trips to the blue tent have become a full-blown Giants storyline, and Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash debate whether the quarterback is now under unfair scrutiny every time he takes a hard hit. They break down why Dart may need to pop right back up after contact, whether the Giants should be helping protect him from unnecessary evaluations, and why returning to the game helped kill the latest injury controversy. The Yankees have also dragged themselves back into the AL East race, forcing Evan to admit the division is no longer over with New York just three games back. Plus, the Giants' improving secondary, Odell Beckham Jr.'s roster chances, Geno Smith's Jets outlook, and the best quarterbacks to resurrect their careers with a new team.

Giancarlo Stanton's latest calf injury could end both his season and his Yankees career. The debate turns to whether New York should finally move on from Stanton, how his remarkable October availability shapes his legacy, and why injuries to Ryan Weathers and Max Fried reinforce the idea that the Yankees can never have enough pitching. George Lombard Jr. then becomes one of the day's hottest arguments after a shaky defensive weekend. Shaun Morash doubles down on his belief that Lombard should eventually be among baseball's elite shortstops and reach the Hall of Fame conversation, setting off callers and plenty of pushback. The Giants also take center stage as Jaxson Dart's repeated trips to the blue medical tent become both a running joke and a legitimate concern heading toward the regular season. The show also hits Tarik Skubal's Dodgers future, the Jets' preseason flashes, Deshaun Watson and Cleveland's dysfunction, and the tightening AL East race.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Bucs' 16-15 preseason win over Kansas City, where Baker Mayfield's night was cut short behind a patchwork offensive line missing three of its top four tackles, but the starting defense — even without Vita Vea — flashed real teeth, with Rueben Bain Jr. terrorizing the pocket and Anthony Nelson turning in a monster first half. Once again it was Jalon Daniels rallying the offense late, and Rick and Steve debate whether the rookie has already played his way onto the 53-man roster and turned the Bucs into an unlikely three-quarterback team. They also dig into the wave of players testing a new court ruling that allows a return to college eligibility — Jack Pyburn's situation, plus the wild story of the Browns releasing tight ends who got calls from Lane Kiffin — and preview this week's joint practices with Liam Cohen's Jaguars in Jacksonville.On the Rays, Nick Martinez was brilliant — six innings, one hit — in a 3-1 win over Baltimore that snapped a three-game skid and avoided a fourth straight series loss to the Orioles. Rick and Steve talk about what's behind the second-half stumble in the pitching staff, and why holding onto the AL East lead down the stretch matters as much for the bye it could buy as anything else. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Yankees have won four straight and cut Tampa Bay's AL East lead to four games, forcing Tiki Barber to reverse his earlier declaration that the division race was over. Evan Roberts isn't convinced, arguing that the Yankees' lengthy stretch without Aaron Judge still shows a team only slightly above .500 despite the recent surge. They debate whether Cody Bellinger's return, improved offense from Elliott Ramos and Luis Garcia, and dominant pitching can change the race. Gerrit Cole's latest gem also sparks a bigger argument, with Evan making the case that Cole has actually been a better Yankee than CC Sabathia, even if CC remains the more beloved figure.

The Yankees are suddenly back in the AL East race, but Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber are split on whether this surge is real enough to catch Tampa Bay. Tiki reverses course after four straight wins and an improving lineup, while Evan refuses to abandon the larger sample without Aaron Judge. Gerrit Cole's dominant outing also sparks a major Yankees debate over whether he has actually been better in pinstripes than CC Sabathia. They also get into Michael Kay's eyebrow-raising “offensive orgy” call, Anthony Volpe's move to second base in the minors, Pete Alonso's potential Hall of Fame path, and the roster decision looming for Spencer Jones when Cody Bellinger returns. Plus, the wild New York-area storms and tornado videos lead to a debate over what anyone is actually supposed to do when a tornado hits.

(0:55) — UNDERSCORE: NYNY will be joining the Underscore Sports family with more content and announcements to come. (6:29)   — YANKEES: The Yankees sweep the Orioles and remain within 4 games back of the AL East lead. (11:22) — METS: Has Pete Alonso's season given Mets fans FOMO? (20:47)— TOP 15 NY ATHLETES: The 2022 edition of the top 15 athletes in NY starts with nos. 10-6. (24:44) —KENDRA MIDDLETON: The Action Network's Kendra Middleton discusses her Boston ties, the Jets' and Giants' chances this season, and other ways to bet on NFL win totals. We want to hear your thoughts! Call the listener line at 917-382-1151 and share your message for JJ. Subscribe to NYNY's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NewYorkNewYorkwJJ. Follow JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/john_jastremski. Follow ‘NYNY' on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nynywjj/ Host: John Jastremski Guest: Kendra Middleton Music: Frontier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a somewhat realistic scenario where every team in the AL East except the Orioles will make the playoffs. Would that be something the leads this ownership group to make a change in the front office?

They say ask 100,000 times and you shall receive. Popcorn Chicken is back at KFC! Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.  Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum!  BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠  On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Joshua Baez's three homer debut at Wrigley and Ian's perspective watching it from Left Field. The guys also talk about the Happ Foundation's event at Arla, the Field of Dreams game in Iowa and possible future locations for similar events, and the AL East's dominance in the playoff picture. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jerry is in for Gio today on Boomer & Jerry! We start with the Mets throwing three Diamondbacks out at the plate in the first two innings, then dive into the MLB playoff picture and the AL East's postseason crowd. Before C-Lo's first update, Boomer channels Craig Carton yelling about Jaxson Dart risking preseason injury—prompting Jerry to ask if Boomer's on cocaine this morning. To cap off the hour, a caller calls out Boomer's bad memory regarding teams coming back from 20 games down to make the World Series.

In this episode of VSiN Primetime, Matt Youmans and Tim Murray discuss the outlook on the AL East playoff race, analyze the AP Top 25 in CFB, and preview the second week of NFL preseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down a wild 7-6 win over the Orioles that snapped the Rays' three-game skid and avoided a home sweep — a slugfest that saw Coby Mayo crush one of the longest home runs in Tropicana Field Statcast history off a returning Shane McClanahan, who battled back on a strict pitch count in his first start off the IL. The Rays answered with home runs of their own, including Jorge Mateo's first as a Ray and one from Yandy Diaz, and closer Bryan Baker logged a rare five-out save to lock it down. With the win, Tampa Bay pushes its AL East lead to six games at 75-49 as the Blue Jays roll into the Trop for a three-game series.On the Bucs side, Rick and Steve recap a scorching first day back at practice, with Emeka Egbuka still walking around in a boot on his injured toe and Jalen McMillan nursing a knee issue — leaving a thin receiver room ahead of Saturday's home preseason game against Kansas City, the Bucs' only preseason game at Raymond James Stadium. They discuss how much action Baker Mayfield and the starters might actually see, the ongoing Jalon Daniels quarterback battle and roster math at backup QB, and where things stand with Vita Vea's holdout as the Bucs look ahead to Cincinnati in the season opener. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Yankees are still struggling to get runs, can they turn it around an win the AL East? Plus, Rick wants Ray to join his fantasy football team as a consultant and Dave's studio is getting an update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne step in for Blake Murphy to chat about the weekend's action, George Springer's recent play and more. Fangraphs' Jon Becker (26:02) breaks down the AL East, if he's buying the Chicago White Sox and whether the Seattle Mariners can rebound. Following that, MLB.com's David Adler (49:47) discusses Tommy John's legacy, how Max Scherzer will be remembered and if Dylan Cease is the favourite for AL Cy Young. Lastly, Sho had a chat with Brett Bateman (1:21:04) about getting traded to Toronto and finding out he's getting called up to the Majors. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SHOW OPEN. Gallo talks about how the Yankees chances of winning the AL East is over after 3rd straight loss. SHOW OPEN.

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers' preseason opener against the Jets at MetLife Stadium, breaking down who's likely to play and who's held out. Expect several key veterans to sit (Baker Mayfield, Chris Godwin, and Tristan Wirfs among them), while rookies and young players trying to make a mark get extended run — first-round pick Rueben Bain Jr., backup QB Jalon Daniels, undrafted corner Ayden Garnes, edge rusher David Walker returning from a torn ACL, and running back Josh Williams. Rick shares what it meant to Garnes and Daniels to finally take the field in the NFL.Then it's mailbag time. Rick and Steve field listener questions on how long teammates will stay patient with Vita Vea's contract holdout, the Bucs' biggest weakness heading into the season (hint: it's cornerback depth), Rick's most memorable preseason game after decades on the beat (a trip to Tokyo for the 2002 American Bowl), whether the Rays are a lock to win the AL East, whether a title run helps secure stadium funding, and which Tampa Bay team — Bucs, Bolts, or Rays — is most likely to bring home the next championship.Plus a look ahead: the Rays return home from a 9-0 road trip to host the Orioles in a four-game series this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Yankees' biggest problem may soon be figuring out who actually plays. Shaun Morash explains why the returns of Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Cody Bellinger could create a brutal lineup crunch, especially with Spencer Jones and George Lombard Jr. forcing their way into the conversation. Shaun believes Jones has shown enough to deserve a major role and argues the Yankees may even need to consider unconventional October lineups to keep their best bats on the field. Shaun also refuses to give up on the AL East despite Tampa Bay's surge, pointing to the Yankees' remaining head-to-head opportunities. With the Bronx energized by its young players and the pitching staff built for a short series, he sees a legitimate path to a deep postseason run.

The Rays have been on an impressive run following the trade deadline, with strong performances during a demanding West Coast stretch.Nine games in 10 daysThe Rays' success on the West Coast, traditionally a difficult trip for the clubThe impact of the players added around the trade deadlineThe importance of the team's growing confidence heading toward the playoffsThe Rays' impressive 41-18 home recordWhy securing home-field advantage could be critical during the postseasonTaylor Walls Has a Two-Homer NightTaylor Walls provided one of the biggest surprises of the recent stretch.After going 369 at-bats without a home run, Walls hit two home runs in the same game, including one from each side of the plate.Mark and Mat discuss:Walls' first home run in 380 daysHis second homer shortly afterwardThe significance of Walls remaining with the Rays after trade rumorsHow Ben Williamson's injury has affected playing timeWhy a productive Walls could make the Rays even more dangerousThe New Rays Are Making an ImpactThe guys look at several recent additions and their early contributions:Liam HicksFreddy PeraltaTyler WellsLiam Hicks has already provided some impressive moments, while Freddy Peralta continues adjusting to his new team and working to refine his pitch usage and approach.Mat points out that Peralta's transition includes learning a new team, a new catcher, and a new environment, and explains why the Rays may be taking a measured approach to getting him fully comfortable.Nick Martinez Goes the DistanceNick Martinez delivered one of the most unusual pitching performances of the season by completing a game.Mat highlights Martinez's:Pitch efficiencyPacingChange of speedsFastball/changeup combinationAbility to keep hitters off balanceKevin Cash allowing Martinez to finish the game and why complete games have become such a rarity in today's baseball.The Rays' Offense Is Heating Up Home run production, Batting average, On-base percentage, Slugging, wRC+, and overall offensive improvementThe Rays are tied with the Cubs for the most home runs hit during August, while their pitching has also been among the best in baseball during the month.Yandy Díaz Is Finding His GrooveDíaz's recent production and his improved results over the previous 12 games, including three home runs, three doubles, a .538 slugging percentage, and a 132 wRC+ over that stretch.Rays Chemistry and Positive EnergyRays' clubhouse chemistryPlayers supporting one another through good stretches and difficult moments.Baseball is a game built around failure, a supportive clubhouse can be especially important when players inevitably go through slumps.The AL East Is Getting DangerousThe Rays return home to face teams that are still fighting for playoff positioning facing division rivals: Baltimore Orioles, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees, Boston Red SoxOrioles sit at the bottom of the AL East, they remain close enough to the Wild Card race to be dangerous.The Blue Jays also remain in contention after making moves at the deadline, including adding José Soriano.Yankees Still Trying to Find Their FormulaThe guys examine the Yankees and the challenges facing them down the stretch.Aaron Judge's absence, Giancarlo Stanton's. Ben Rice, George Lombard Jr.'s early impact. Heliot Ramos' struggles after arriving in New YorkImpact of key players: José Caballero. Jazz Chisholm, Ryan Yarbrough, Amed RosarioThe Yankees' pitchingQuestions on  leadership and managing in New York, while acknowledging that the Yankees remain dangerous if they reach the postseason.Don't Sleep on the Red SoxBoston receives plenty of attention after a dramatic turnaround.The guys discuss the Red Sox's 15-game winning streak, their improved bullpen, and the potential impact of Garrett Crochet's return.Mat believes Boston could be one of the teams nobody wants to face in the postseason if their pitching continues to hold up.Could Four AL East Teams Make the Playoffs?Possibility of four teams from the division making the playoffsIntense competition within the AL East can push every team to improveThe National League Playoff RaceThe discussion shifts to the National League, where the playoff picture is becoming increasingly competitive.:The Phillies falling outside the playoff pictureThe Marlins and Cardinals remaining closeThe Diamondbacks moving into the Wild Card pictureThe Padres staying in the huntThe Dodgers and BrewersThe competitive NL WestThe Rays Influence Around Major League Baseball front officesAndrew Friedman and the DodgersMatt Arnold and the BrewersAlex Anthopoulos and the BravesThe Rays' NeanderLou Piniella and the Mariners' 50th Anniversary - Piniella returns as part of the Seattle Mariners' 50th season celebration.Baseball Books Everyone Should ReadThe conversation takes an unexpected turn when Mark and Mat discuss the idea of creating a mandatory baseball reading list.They talk about baseball books, authors and commentators they follow, including: Craig Calcaterra, Lou Schiff, Brent Cardy, Lou Piniella & Joe MaddonMat is currently reading, including The Art of Meditation, Astrophysics for People in a Hurry, The Daily Stoic, Super Life, and several French-language books.Women's Pro Baseball LeagueMark appreciates Mary Mustard's coverage and how she celebrates the league while also being willing to provide thoughtful criticism.Mark has reached out to Mary about potentially appearing on BaseballBiz On Deck.The discussion also touches on the challenge of finding WPBL games and the locating where the games are being broadcast.The Future of Sports BroadcastingEvolution of sports broadcasting compared with the disruption caused by Napster in the music industry.Technology can force established industries to rethink their business models and suggest that sports viewing could similarly evolve.Future possibilities involving independent camera systems and alternative ways for fans to watch games.Stadiums, Taxpayer Money and the Future of the RaysWhether taxpayers should help fund sports facilitiesThe cost of attending professional sporting eventsThe value fans receive for their moneyThe possibility of watching games at home insteadThe future location of the RaysOrlando as a potential alternativepossibility of another ownership changeThe discussion also touches on the enormous valuations of professional sports franchises, including the reported $14.5 billion valuation associated with the Lakers sale discussion.The Rising Cost of Attending GamesMat compares the cost of taking a large group to a hockey game in Montreal with the cost of attending a Rays game.Mark shares his experience attending a Rays game with Karen, where they found good seats for approximately $45 to $50 each.The guys debate whether attending a game in person still provides enough value compared with spending the same money on a home entertainment setup and a meal.What If the Rays Win a World Series at the Trop?Mat poses an intriguing hypothetical:What happens if the Rays win a World Series in a renovated Tropicana Field before eventually moving to a new stadium?What would such a championship mean to Rays fans and whether winning a championship in the current stadium could create an even stronger emotional attachment to the building.Rays Minor League TalentThe episode closes with optimism about the Rays' organizational depth. Shane McClanahan beginning a rehab assignmentTalent at DurhamTalent at MontgomeryPlayers developing throughout the minor leaguesCarson Williams returningGrady Emerson and his anticipated first gameThe depth of the Rays' pitching and overall talent pipelineRemember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. 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First Take begins with the Vikings announcing Kyler Murray as their week 1 starter! Can he take them to the playoffs, and how does this affect former 1st round pick J.J. McCarthy? Then, the Rays lead the Yankees in the AL East, but the Evil Empire is still favored to come out of the lackluster American League. Why? Next, noted Bears fanatic Shae Cornette predicts their daunting schedule! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SHOW OPEN. Tommy says that the Yankees can still win the AL East with a favorable August schedule coming up. SHOW OPEN.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning are joined by Jason La Canfora to break down the state of the Baltimore Orioles, the AL East race, and the battle for the final Wild Card spot. They discuss Adley Rutschman's move to Boston, concerns around Jackson Holliday's development, and what's next for Baltimore. Later, Blue Jays legend Buck Martinez (24:41) reflects on his induction into the Blue Jays Level of Excellence, weighs in on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s difficult season, and discusses whether Toronto can build on last year's playoff run and make another push toward October. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan and Rick go over the chances of the Yankees winning the AL East, take some calls, & play a round of Cuddle, Marry, Trash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 570, Collin, Jeffrey and Craig chat about insurance commercials and then discuss five mostly baseball topics.   1. Boston Uncommon: The Red Sox historic run looks to be at an end, but where does that leave the AL East race (besides with the fraudulent Rays still in first)2. On Redondo Beach and everyone is so sad: The Dodgers are struggling and Craig has had thoughts about it online. 3. Ooh, baby, baby, it's a wild card: There's another six weeks of these races. We apologize to our listeners.4. Around the Horn: The Athletics will have a new GM, the White Sox have two new pitchers, and it's season-ending surgery season.5. Games are now battlefieldsFive and Dive is listener-supported, you can join our Patreon at patreon.com/fiveanddive. If you want to get in contact with the show, the e-mail address is fiveanddive@baseballprospectus.com.                                           Our theme tune is by Andy Matthews, who you can follow on Bluesky @andymatthewsmusic. You can listen to him on Spotify and Apple Music. It was produced by Barrie Maguire and Tim Ferguson.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open this episode with more from the Blue Jays' series victory in Philadelphia over the weekend. They take a closer look at Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s home run in his first game back on Saturday, the encouraging signs from his recent at bats, and how he can translate that power at home. The guys also chat about the Dodgers' recent slide, losing 8 of their last 10 games. Later, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi stops by (23:40) to share his view on the Blue Jays' form of late, the standouts from their series at Citizens Bank Park, and how to maintain their winning ways this week against the Red Sox. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

George Lombard Jr. has made his Yankee introduction, and our hosts love what they see. Evan and Tiki rave about his defense at shortstop, and Ryan Ruocco of the YES Network calls in to the Morning Show to talk about Lombard's sparkling debut. Plus, Brian Cashman talks all things trade deadline with The Carton Show, and Evan Roberts is ready to declare the AL East race over.

George Lombard Jr. has made his Yankee introduction, and our hosts love what they see. Evan and Tiki rave about his defense at shortstop, and Ryan Ruocco of the YES Network calls in to the Morning Show to talk about Lombard's sparkling debut. Plus, Brian Cashman talks all things trade deadline with The Carton Show, and Evan Roberts is ready to declare the AL East race over.

SHOW OPEN. Danielle talks about the comeback win for the Yankees against the Braves and that it was needed to keep close with the Rays and stay in second place in the AL East. SHOW OPEN.

George Lombard Jr. has made his Yankee introduction, and our hosts love what they see. Evan and Tiki rave about his defense at shortstop, and Ryan Ruocco of the YES Network calls in to the Morning Show to talk about Lombard's sparkling debut. Plus, Brian Cashman talks all things trade deadline with The Carton Show, and Evan Roberts is ready to declare the AL East race over.

"Xavier Nady?" Mike Schur has arrived to calm your fears about the Dodgers, while admitting they did give themselves an even better chance of a three-peat. He also breaks down the Red Sox's trade for Adley Rutschman and why the AL East was aggressive at the Trade Deadline across the board. Then, Chris and Jeremy square off in Ethan's latest Pitch Clock Trivia as they try to nail down the career paths of players traded at the deadline back in '06. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How optimistic should Giants fans be about this season? And is it time for Yankees fans to give up on winning the AL East? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Yankees are feeling the pressure as the AL East race gets tighter following a disappointing series against the Cardinals. In this full episode, we break down what went wrong vs the Cardinals, discuss George Lombard Jr.'s exciting MLB debut and why he could provide the spark this team desperately needs, and examine where the Yankees stand with the Rays and Red Sox gaining ground. Subscribe to stick around for more Yankees content and full podcasts!

0:00 - Courtland "Good Soldier" Sutton spoke to the media yesterday about his consecutive veteran rest days. In the NBA, we use the much maligned moniker "Load Management." Is Load Management making its way into the NFL?14:45 - Nix looked annoyed during camp yesterday. And it makes sense! He was practicing without Courtland Sutton, Jaylen Waddle, then Marvin Mims left practice early with a possible injury. Also, no Luke Wattenberg. It's tough to get a feel for the offense without your center and your 3 best receivers. That's always the struggle with camp. How do you balance getting into football shape while avoiding injuries?31:55 - Oh, by the way...the Boston Red Sox forgot how to lose. They're on an absolute HEATER and they're closing in on the AL East crown. Oh, by the way...Taylor Trammell of the Astros hit a DINGER. LOOOOOONG GONE, baby! Except it wasn't. Fly ball caught at the wall. He didn't realize he was out until he'd done a complete home run trot around the bases. Yikes.Oh, by the way...would you eat at a fancy restaurant in the nude? Completely naked? Dining in your birthday suit?

While Carton fully embraces the Red Sox, Big Mac doesn't sound like much of Yankee shill when it comes to the status of the AL East.

Big Mac and Carton map out the Yankee stretch run and what a successful month of September would look like

The Red Sox are on a historic tear, but Evan Roberts refuses to believe their dominance will last. Shaun Morash is in for Tiki Barber alongside Evan as they debate whether Boston can sustain its scorching run, overtake the Yankees and win the AL East.

Evan Roberts reaches a breaking point with the Yankees, admitting for the first time this season that he no longer expects them to win the AL East. Shaun Morash is in for Tiki Barber alongside Evan as they debate whether the surging Red Sox can sustain their run, why the Yankees cannot win without home runs and who should replace Trent Grisham in the leadoff spot. Brian Cashman's handling of Ben Rice comes under fire, while Anthony Volpe's future is reduced to a possible platoon role at second base. Evan also unveils “Head to Bed” for the Yankees' late-inning bullpen, Yordan Alvarez's Triple Crown chase gains steam, and concerns emerge about the Bills, Jets and Rams before another chaotic edition of “New Team, Who Dis?”

Evan Roberts has finally surrendered on the Yankees winning the American League East. After two months of lifeless offense, mounting injuries and a growing deficit behind the Rays, Evan declares the division race over and predicts the Yankees are headed for the wild card. Shaun Morash is in for Tiki Barber alongside Evan Roberts, and he refuses to concede, arguing that Aaron Judge, Cody Bellinger and a softer September schedule could fuel one final charge. The frustration explodes over Aaron Boone's decision to remove Luis Garcia Jr. from a close loss, leaving Ali Sánchez to bat with the game on the line. Evan and Shaun debate whether Boone misunderstood Brian Cashman's plan for Ben Rice, whether Cashman failed to add enough offense at the deadline and why Trent Grisham cannot remain the leadoff hitter. Plus, Evan makes a stunning prediction about the next New York team to win its division.

August 5, 2026 Hour 1. Technical Difficulties, what else is new. Rays with a big win. The AL East is clearly the class of the American League. The Starting Five. 

Evan, Tiki, and Shaun examine the Yankees' decision to option Anthony Volpe while elevating George Lombard Jr. to the major league roster. They speculate on Volpe's potential as a utility player or trade candidate and analyze the Red Sox's sudden dominance in the AL East. Additionally, the discussion pivots to the Jets' future under center and Brian Cashman's quiet trade deadline approach. 01:50 - George Lombard Jr. Debuts 05:15 - Volpe's Future Yankees Role 08:50 - Change Of Scenery Trade 12:20 - Mets Local Prospect Stories 17:15 - Analyzing Prospect Scouting Stats 20:35 - Jacob DeGrom Vetoes Trade 24:05 - Red Sox Summer Streak 27:55 - Jets Quarterback Trade Rumors 38:30 - Brian Cashman Deadline Review 43:05 - Tarik Skubal Trade Interest

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