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The Yankees are running out of healthy impact bats, and Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber to explain why the pressure is rising before the trade deadline. With Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Cody Bellinger already unavailable, Jazz Chisholm's latest injury scare could force the Yankees to reconsider every possible move.
The Yankees are depleted, inconsistent and desperate for help before the trade deadline. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber as they explain why injuries to Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, Cody Bellinger and potentially Jazz Chisholm have left the offense unable to survive. With fundamental mistakes piling up and every game feeling like the same frustrating coin flip, the Yankees need players who can keep the season afloat until their stars return.
Charlie Shuman from Lattimore Physical Therapy joins the show. Charlie was college roommates with Bills Connor McGovern at Penn State. Gene & Charlie analyze key player injuries in the NFL and MLB.
Gene is doing shots: Day 1 of Buffalo Bills training camp has wrapped. What were Gene's take aways? Who will be the Las Vegas Raiders starting QB? Which current NHL superstar is the highest paid player in the league? Will Tarik Skubal remain with the Tigers after Monday? Who will the Yankees add to jazz up the roster? Plus Vita Vea & Tony Romo.
Full Show Broadcast. Day 1 of Buffalo Bills training camp football is in the books. Gene has all of your details. Charlie Shuman from Lattimore Physical Therapy stops in (hour 1) to tackle key injuries. Mike Catalana from 13 WHAM Sports & Buffalo Plus joins the show in hour 2. What were the key take away from the first day? What did head coach Joe Brady, Josh Allen & Brandon Beane have to say? Plus Tim Schneider shares his take of the day & Gene dishes out shots.
Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. Gene kicks off hour 2 with shots & top sports headlines: Bills Camp, the Raiders, NHL news, MLB traded deadline, the Yankees. Mike Catalana from 13 WHAM Sports & Buffalo Plus to share his thoughts on the first day.
The Yankees may have survived without Aaron Judge, but Shaun Morash warns their current lineup still has far too many dead spots to win in October. Evan Roberts points to the offense's dominant production before Judge went down, while the debate turns to whether Brian Cashman needs a major bat or a realistic addition such as Lane Thomas. Evan, Tiki Barber and Shaun also predict Cody Bellinger's return date before making their biggest trade deadline calls.
It is camp report day and Evan has serious Giant expectations. Plus the Yankees big bat depth is officially non existent.
Cody Bellinger's grade two hamstring injury could keep him out until September, creating another brutal setback for a Yankees lineup already missing Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton. Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash debate how aggressively Brian Cashman must respond, why outfield help is now the deadline priority and whether realistic additions like Tyrone Taylor, Tyler Stephenson or George Springer could keep the Yankees in the AL East race. The pressure also shifts to the organization's young talent. Shaun argues George Lombard Jr. should be promoted immediately, while Anthony Volpe's dropped pop-up sparks a clash over whether one disastrous mistake erased an otherwise strong game. Plus, the crew pitches professional mini golf as television's next great attraction and brings back Posted and Toasted.
Cody Bellinger's grade two hamstring injury could keep him out until September, turning an already battered Yankees lineup into Brian Cashman's biggest deadline crisis. Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash debate why outfield help has become the priority, whether George Lombard Jr. should be promoted immediately and which realistic additions could keep the Yankees in the AL East race. They also clash over Anthony Volpe after his dropped pop-up overshadowed an otherwise productive game, with Evan showing rare sympathy and Shaun arguing the mistake erased everything positive. Plus, the crew explains why track and field struggles to create lasting interest and pitches televised mini golf as a surprisingly compelling alternative.
Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash debate the timeline for Cody Bellinger's return from injury and potential Yankees trade targets like Lane Thomas. They also analyze the likelihood of stars like Tarik Skubal being moved before the deadline while reacting to the postponement of the Mets game. They shift to lighthearted topics including the viability of a WFAN basketball team and stadium voucher loopholes. 01:50 - Chicago Road Trip Logistics 04:55 - Cody Bellinger Return Predictions 08:03 - West Coast Road Trips 11:14 - Yankees Trade Deadline Outlook 17:04 - Tarik Skubal Trade Rumors 24:07 - Vita Vea Trade Demands 27:53 - Mets Stadium Voucher Strategy 33:36 - WFAN Lineup Basketball Debate 42:46 - Alien Life Space Debate
The Yankees picked up yet another win last night, but found out they'll be without Cody Bellinger for 4-6 weeks. What's that mean for Brian Cashman? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Giants and Jets report for camp today! Plus, we chat with Buster Olney about how aggressive Brian Cashman will be at the deadline following the Cody Bellinger injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Cody Bellinger is on the IL, joining Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton -- he will be out 4-6 weeks. Gio thinks Aaron Boone should be a favorite for manager of the year.
Today's show breaks down Francisco Lindor's monster six-RBI night in a Mets win over the Braves, the Yankees topping the White Sox, Cody Bellinger landing on the IL, and major NFL moves from Vita Vea and Jamal Adams. Plus, Boomer shares a wild college hazing story and decodes a mystery message from Chris Russo, Plaxico Burress compares playing for the Jets to serving time in prison, Jerry digs up classic audio of a hungover Gio, and the crew relives a hilarious squirrel takeover on the field in Detroit.
Cody Bellinger lands on the IL for 4–6 weeks alongside Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, prompting Gio to back Aaron Boone for Manager of the Year. Jerry kicks off his first update with sounds from the Yankees beating the White Sox, before moving to the Mets' victory over the Braves led by Francisco Lindor's two homers and six RBIs. Plus, hear postgame thoughts from Zac Thornton on his pitching and Juan Soto on his injury, relive play-by-play of the grounds crew chasing a loose squirrel in Detroit, and stick around for the final segment as Gio wonders how we ever killed time before smartphones.
Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday! Thanks to our partners at T-Mobile for sponsoring today's episode. Register and learn more at https://www.bajablasthomeruns.com/. Subject to complete offer terms & restrictions. Offer activates at 9 AM ET for 24 hours the day after at least one 420 ft home run is hit. Limited to 1 offer per day and 5 redemptions per person all season. Ends 9/26/26 or when 500,000 redemptions have been reached, whichever occurs first. Find out how baseball hits different with T-Mobile at https://www.T-Mobile.com/MLB Shop Back to School at Amazon – and spend less on your kids! https://www.amazon.com/backtoschool Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ 00:00 INTRO 03:25 Who is the team to beat in the AL West? 14:03 Yankees lose Cody Bellinger for 4-6 weeks 24:50 Wild Card chase 34:28 Max Scherzer returns to DC 43:38 Is Francisco Lindor a Hall of Famer? 48:24 OUTRO Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Tuesday. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler reunite on Cash That Ticket for a full breakdown of the Tuesday, July 28 major league baseball card, opening with a look back at Monday's near miss on the Washington Nationals team total tied to Max Scherzer's return from the injured list, a bet that looked live after the Nationals loaded the bases in the first inning before stranding the chance. From there the hosts move through an early Guardians and Reds doubleheader before turning to the night's headline matchups, starting with the Philadelphia Phillies and Miami Marlins, where neither host wants any part of Aaron Nola after a season of allowing home runs at an alarming rate, leaning instead toward Sandy Alcantara and Miami in the first five innings or the game total after the Marlins snapped a rough stretch with a walk off comeback win. The Arizona Diamondbacks and Pittsburgh Pirates follow, with Brandon Pfaadt and Bubba Chandler both expected to work deep after heavy bullpen usage in Monday's extra innings finish, pushing both hosts toward the first five under. The day's featured play comes from Citi Field, where Chris Sale and the Atlanta Braves visit a New York Mets club already missing Juan Soto for four to six weeks, and both hosts argue Christian Scott is being undervalued in a heavily juiced line, settling on the first five under four as Munaf Manji's best bet of the show. Attention then shifts to the Bronx, where Cody Bellinger joining Aaron Judge on the injured list adds another dent to a Yankees lineup that has produced little run support for Gerrit Cole in his last three starts, sending both hosts toward Anthony Kay and the Chicago White Sox in the first five innings. The Chicago Cubs and St Louis Cardinals bring a rare moment of full agreement on the Cardinals team total over, powered by Colin Rea's steep home and road split and Michael McGreevy's strong numbers pitching at home despite a lack of run support. Out west, Peter Lambert and the Houston Astros face Reid Detmers and the Los Angeles Angels, with both hosts landing on the first five under behind two of the more underrated arms in the game, before the conversation turns to Houston's trade deadline outlook, touching on rookie right hander Tatsuya Imai's surprising climb into Rookie of the Year odds and speculation linking shortstop Jeremy Pena to the Boston Red Sox. Dave Essler closes the card with his own best bet, backing Logan Henderson and the Milwaukee Brewers in the first five innings against the San Francisco Giants, while also weighing a Boston Red Sox team total over against the Athletics in hot weather and a Minnesota Twins team total lean against the Kansas City Royals. Munaf Manji wraps the card with a Colorado Rockies and San Diego Padres total play and a note on the Seattle Mariners and Los Angeles Dodgers series, where the presumed Dodgers starter never actually got confirmed. The two close the show by previewing football season, noting all 32 NFL teams have reported to training camp with the Hall of Fame Game and the start of the show's NFL win total series, beginning Wednesday with the Chicago Bears, both on the horizon, and remind listeners that Pregame dot com is offering full season access to every college football and NFL pick through the Super Bowl using the promo code Super777 for 777 dollars. Cash That Ticket airs daily on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed, delivering sharp, betting focused analysis for listeners looking to navigate a busy midsummer baseball schedule while the sports calendar begins its turn toward football, and this episode offers a complete look at every marquee pitching matchup, injury development, and trade deadline storyline shaping Tuesday's slate across the major leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger will miss four to six weeks after suffering a Grade 2 left hamstring strain. Corey Pieper breaks down a major wave of injury news, late-inning bullpen changes, the daily Bullpen Report, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The health wire features massive movement across the league as Cody Bellinger lands on the injured list for 4-6 weeks, Spencer Steer suffers a partial tear of his wrist tendon sheath, and Kerry Carpenter hits the IL with plantar fasciitis. Meanwhile, Ronald Acuna Jr. has officially been activated, Jameson Taillon was DFAed, Shea Langeliers and Casey Schmitt remain under evaluation, and both Esmerlyn Valdez and Curtis Mead were hit by pitches in the hand. Daily performance slates highlight strong outings in the studs column from Joc Pederson, Zach Thornton, Francisco Lindor, Jackson Holliday, Merrill Kelly, Bryson Stott, Tyrone Taylor, Alex Bregman, Colson Montgomery, Vaughn Grissom, Walbert Urena, and Jack Perkins. On the other hand, high-profile pitchers faced tough outings in the duds category, featuring George Kirby, Kyle Bradish, Zack Wheeler, Connor Thomas, Tatsuya Imai, and a matchup between Max Fried and Noah Schultz. The daily Bullpen Report breaks down crucial high-leverage late-inning situations, analyzing Jhoan Duran's rough outing in Philadelphia, the leverage dynamics of Mason Miller and Adrian Morejon in San Diego, Andrew Kittredge in Baltimore, Edwin Diaz in Los Angeles, and Pete Fairbanks in Miami. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Will Warren and the Yankees were hammered by the Phillies on Sunday night, losing their chance of a three-game sweep. A fired-up Chris McMonigle reacts to the series finale, Warren's continued struggles, Jose Caballero's diminishing value, Cody Bellinger's hamstring injury, and the series as a whole, including Cam Schlittler's dominating outing in the series opener. Plus, more trade deadline talk and what moves will help the Yanks regain control of the AL East.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS6:41 - Reacting to Bellinger heading to the 10-day IL and how devastating it is for a lineup already missing Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton.14:18 - Comparing Anthony Volpe's hot bat to Caballero's struggles, and why playing Amed Rosario isn't working right now.22:04 - Breaking down Cam Schlittler's masterpiece and his vastly improved curveball.27:10 - Praising the elite back-end of the bullpen, which Chris says has become one of the best in baseball.45:11 - Chris vents about the umpires targeting Caballero with pitch clock rules and a ridiculous "intentional drop" call.54:02 - Reacting to the series finale and Will Warren getting lit up again.1:05:03 - Debating if the Yankees should call up red-hot prospect George Lombard after the trade deadline passes.1:09:51 - Shill or Shame Segment1:13:11 - Discussing Matt Blake's impact, the steep asking price for Mason Miller, and whether the Yankees should trade for George Springer.1:29:04 - Looking ahead to the four-game series in Chicago and setting up Thursday's trade deadline deep-dive episode.
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
Eric Hosmer and Buster Olney discuss how Hos has been through every trade deadline experience imaginable during his MLB career. Then, they talk about another electric afternoon from Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski, Salvador Perez breaking George Brett's home run record for the Kansas City Royals, the Red Sox and Nationals making the first big trade of the season, Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger hitting the IL, and the Baseball Hall of Fame class of 2026 featuring Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran and Jeff Kent. Later, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Welcome 3:18 Eric Hosmer joins 3:41 Hosmer's been through it all at the deadline 9:50 Another Jacob Misiorowski marvel 11:35 Salvador Perez is the HR king in Kansas City 14:01 First big trade of deadline season 16:17 Yankees Cody Bellinger to the IL 20:15 Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran, Jeff Kent inducted into the HOF 23:09 Bleacher Tweets EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How enormous is the Cody Bellinger injury? What moves do the Yankees need to make? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Eric Hosmer and Buster Olney discuss how Hos has been through every trade deadline experience imaginable during his MLB career. Then, they talk about another electric afternoon from Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski, Salvador Perez breaking George Brett's home run record for the Kansas City Royals, the Red Sox and Nationals making the first big trade of the season, Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger hitting the IL, and the Baseball Hall of Fame class of 2026 featuring Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran and Jeff Kent. Later, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Welcome 3:18 Eric Hosmer joins 3:41 Hosmer's been through it all at the deadline 9:50 Another Jacob Misiorowski marvel 11:35 Salvador Perez is the HR king in Kansas City 14:01 First big trade of deadline season 16:17 Yankees Cody Bellinger to the IL 20:15 Andruw Jones, Carlos Beltran, Jeff Kent inducted into the HOF 23:09 Bleacher Tweets EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aaron Judge's brief “I got nothing for you” injury update leaves Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber wondering whether the Yankees truly have no timetable or are hiding bad news before the trade deadline. With Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Cody Bellinger unavailable, the pressure on Brian Cashman to transform the offense has reached a breaking point. Evan and Tiki argue that the mediocre American League should push the Yankees to be more aggressive, not less. They compare the situation to the 2015 Mets, debate whether one blockbuster bat or several smaller upgrades could change everything and predict Cashman will make multiple major league trades.
The Yankees lost Cody Bellinger and now trade deadline desperation is even higher. Plus the Mets asked a fan to move for a Hollywood story.
The Yankees won two of three against Philadelphia, but Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber cannot ignore the brutal reality of an offense decimated by injuries to Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and now Cody Bellinger. Evan calls Sunday's group one of the most pathetic Yankees lineups he has ever seen, while Tiki warns that the organization cannot waste an elite pitching staff simply because it cannot score. Plus, Jose Caballero gets robbed by an umpire, and Reggie Jackson's mysterious social media activity sparks an unforgettable investigation.
The Yankees won two of three against Philadelphia, but Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber are alarmed by an offense that has become nearly unrecognizable. With Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Cody Bellinger sidelined, Evan calls the current lineup one of the worst the franchise has fielded in decades and argues that elite pitching is the only thing keeping the season afloat. The weakness of the American League only increases the pressure on Brian Cashman to be aggressive before the trade deadline. Evan and Tiki debate which bats the Yankees need, whether Spencer Jones and George Lombard Jr. should be part of the solution and why multiple moves may be necessary. Plus, they defend Jose Caballero after an umpire ruled that he intentionally dropped a line drive.
The boys are back together to discuss Cody Bellinger's injury and what it means for the Yankees ahead of the trade deadline. Plus, what does LeBron's decision to go to Philly mean for the Knicks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jerry has Aaron Judge who has NO update on his health. He also talked about Cody Bellinger going on the IL. We heard from Freddy Peralta as he said he let the team down this year. The Moment of The Day: I want to be here when the show's still successful.
Jerry starts with Stephen A. Smith & Dwayne Wade talking about LeBron to Philly. The Phillies beating the Yankees as Cody Bellinger heads to the IL. The Mets beat the Dodgers as Freddy Peralta may have pitched his final game as a Met. Carlos Beltran talked about being a Met as he was inducted into the Hall of Fame.
We start with Gio admitting it throws him off that Aaron Boone and Jalen Brunson are Philly sports fans, especially with Boone cheering LeBron's move to the Sixers despite acknowledging the Knicks as champs. Next, Gio wonders if LeBron has any NBA enemies, while Boomer notes today's rivalries lack intensity. Jerry's final update detours to Lake Titicaca before delivering Aaron Judge's health update, Cody Bellinger heading to the IL, and Freddy Peralta admitting he let the team down. Finally, we hit the Moment of the Day before closing out with an embarrassing call from Rami's parents wishing him a happy birthday.
We kick off with LeBron James signing with the Sixers—a move Gio foresees as a helicopter-commuting disaster that poses zero threat to the Knicks—before Jerry's first update brings reactions from Stephen A. Smith and Dwyane Wade. Next, we have sounds from the Phillies beating the Yankees as Cody Bellinger hits the IL, followed by the Mets topping the Dodgers in what might be Freddy Peralta's final game as a Met. Finally, new Hall of Famer Carlos Beltran reflects on his time in New York, and Dan Le Batard wraps up the hour with his theory that a Michael Rubin and Fanatics side deal pushed LeBron to Philadelphia.
Today's show breaks down LeBron James' shock move to Philadelphia from every angle, featuring reactions from Stephen A. Smith, Charles Barkley, Dwyane Wade, and Aaron Boone. In baseball, we tackle the Mets' brutal season, Carlos Beltran's Hall of Fame induction speech, and health updates on Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger. Plus, we dive into Boomer's bizarre sunscreen habits, delayed news on Tony Romo and Kyle Shanahan, a wild caller story about a murderer, and an embarrassing birthday surprise for Rami.
(0:32) — LEBRON: LeBron James signs with the 76ers; is Philly now the biggest threat to the Knicks? (6:58) — YANKEES: The Yankees win their series against the Phillies but lose Cody Bellinger to a hamstring injury. (10:48) — METS: The Mets avoid the sweep but will be without Juan Soto for the remainder of the season. (12:29) —TRAINING CAMP: As training camp is set to begin, JJ gives his thoughts on the Jets and Giants. (18:25) — CALLS: Callers ask JJ a variety of questions. (24:09) — JAKE ASMAN: ESPN Radio's Jake Asman returns to discuss how the Jets can be successful this season, LeBron to Philly and the Yankees trade deadline targets. 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 Guests: Jake Asman Music: Frontier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back to the Sorry to Interrupt podcast! Sean is back with another edition of the Yankees series recap pod as he reacts to the Yanks taking 2 of 3 from the Phillies tbis weekend. He discusses Cody Bellinger's injury and how it further impacts the team as well as how the offense continues to struggle. He also talks about Max Fried's stellar return to the rotation as well as Will Warren's short and long-term future in the rotation. Finally, he gives some thoughts on some names that may no lobger factor into trade rumors as the deadline sits at 1 week away. Everyone enjoy the pod!
New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto lands on the 10-day injured list with a left calf strain. Corey Pieper breaks down a massive slate of injuries, high-profile roster moves, the weekly Waiver Wire segment, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The transaction and health wire is buzzing as Jose Ramirez, David Hamilton, Nick Kurtz, and Ranger Suarez return from injury, with Max Scherzer set to return Monday. James Triantos and Spencer Jones earn call-ups, while Addison Barger is declared out for the season. Meanwhile, Spencer Arrighetti, Juan Soto, Max Meyer, Cody Bellinger, Spencer Steer, Bobby Witt Jr., and Ronald Acuna Jr. hit the injury list, Dennis Santana and Lance McCullers Jr. are DFAed, Jose Urquidy moves to the White Sox, and Connelly Early and Curtis Mead are traded. Daily results feature a massive list of standouts as Tarik Skubal, Noah Cameron, Jared Jones, Corbin Carroll, Drake Baldwin, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Roki Sasaki, Ty France, Nick Fortes, Anthony Siegler, Patrick Sandoval, Jacob Lopez, Dustin May, Steven Kwan, Nick Martinez, Dylan Cease, Rafael Devers, Foster Griffin, Andre Pallante, Kyle Tucker, Nathan Eovaldi, Cooper Pratt, Jacob Misiorowski, Bryan Baker, Kevin Gausman, James Wood, CJ Abrams, Esmerlyn Valdez, Manny Machado, Jeremy Pena, Munetaka Murakami, Luis Lara, Dominic Canzone, Mike Trout, and Jose Soriano deliver strong performances, alongside head-to-head duels between Cam Schlittler and Jesus Luzardo, and Drew Rasmussen against Parker Messick. Conversely, Carter Jensen, Michael Busch, Joey Cantillo, Bryce Miller, Sonny Gray, Hunter Greene, Bryan Woo, Jac Caglianone, the Marlins, and Will Warren struggled into the duds section. Our weekly Waiver Wire segment provides targeted free-agent recommendations to fortify your roster categories ahead of the upcoming matchup cycle. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Paul break down the major injury news from the weekend including the difficult situation fantasy managers are in with the injury to Juan Soto, the implications of the Cody Bellinger and Spencer Steer injuries on the trade market as well Shea Langeliers' horrible news. Paul then dives into the Curtis Mead and Connelly Early swap as well as all the most recent trade buzz. Presented by FanDuel SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on Apple and Spotify! Follow us on Twitter: @EthosFantasyBB Follow us on Bluesky: @ethosfantasymlb Join our Fantasy Sports Discord Server: https://discord.gg/jSwGWSHqaV Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
McMonigle breaks down the devastating injury news for the New York Yankees and explores how Cody Bellinger's absence shifts their trade deadline priorities. He weighs the benefits of adding stars like Mason Miller or Luis Arraez against the current lineup's offensive struggles. The segment also features insights on LeBron James joining the 76ers, the New York Giants' cultural overhaul, and the superstitious polo curse. 01:50 - McMonigle Solo Intro 06:45 - Yankees Pitching Dominance 11:50 - Brian Cashman Strategy 17:10 - Postseason Hitting Concerns 21:43 - Music Banter Segment 26:30 - Bills Uniform Outrage 31:42 - LeBron 76ers Move 36:15 - Knicks Rivalry Discussion 41:20 - Mets Fan Call 26:35 - Mets Movie Controversy 31:55 - Francisco Lindor Rumors 18:15 - Giants Coaching Hopes 25:55 - Berbari Joins Show 31:45 - The Polo Curse 41:15 - Final Injury Update
Chris McMonigle analyzes the Mets' disappointing season and the indifference of the fan base following Juan Soto's injury. He is later joined by Emmanuel Berbari to discuss Cody Bellinger's Grade 2 hamstring strain, which leaves the Yankees' offense in a vulnerable position. They also debate the future of the Giants and the potential for a George Lombard Jr. promotion. 01:20 - Mets Indifference Discussion 06:05 - Selling The Mets Core 13:47 - Giants Playoff Potential Debate 25:44 - Knicks vs Sixers Rivalry 29:44 - Yankees Offensive Lineup Crisis 42:46 - Bellinger's Hamstring Injury Update 49:39 - George Lombard Jr Promotion
The Yankees' offense continues to struggle, Cody Bellinger lands on the IL, and the trade deadline is just days away. But Chris McMonigle says Brian Cashman shouldn't panic and overpay for average hitters.
C-Mac and Emmanuel Berbari evaluate the Yankees' outlook following news of Cody Bellinger's hamstring injury. They explore high-profile trade targets like Manny Machado and Mason Miller while debating Anthony Volpe's position in the long-term roster. The duo also addresses a caller's frustration and a bizarre superstition involving a lost polo at the stadium. 01:29 - Cody Bellinger Hamstring Injury 05:06 - Yankees Trade Deadline Scenarios 15:58 - Jose Caballero Umpire Controversy 24:54 - Championship Expectations vs. Mets 31:38 - Massive Manny Machado Proposal 37:11 - C-Mac's Lost Polo Superstition
Will Warren and the Yankees were hammered by the Phillies on Sunday night, losing their chance of a three-game sweep. A fired-up Chris McMonigle reacts to the series finale, Warren's continued struggles, Jose Caballero's diminishing value, Cody Bellinger's hamstring injury, and the series as a whole, including Cam Schlittler's dominating outing in the series opener. Plus, more trade deadline talk and what moves will help the Yanks regain control of the AL East.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS6:41 - Reacting to Bellinger heading to the 10-day IL and how devastating it is for a lineup already missing Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton.14:18 - Comparing Anthony Volpe's hot bat to Caballero's struggles, and why playing Amed Rosario isn't working right now.22:04 - Breaking down Cam Schlittler's masterpiece and his vastly improved curveball.27:10 - Praising the elite back-end of the bullpen, which Chris says has become one of the best in baseball.45:11 - Chris vents about the umpires targeting Caballero with pitch clock rules and a ridiculous "intentional drop" call.54:02 - Reacting to the series finale and Will Warren getting lit up again.1:05:03 - Debating if the Yankees should call up red-hot prospect George Lombard after the trade deadline passes.1:09:51 - Shill or Shame Segment1:13:11 - Discussing Matt Blake's impact, the steep asking price for Mason Miller, and whether the Yankees should trade for George Springer.1:29:04 - Looking ahead to the four-game series in Chicago and setting up Thursday's trade deadline deep-dive episode.
The Yankees are still in the hunt, but running it back isn't an option anymore.With the trade deadline just days away, every roster decision carries extra weight. Injuries have forced new faces into the lineup, while inconsistent production at key positions has fans wondering whether this team has enough to make a deep October run.Chris and the Podcast Padre take a hard look at where the Yankees must improve before the deadline, debate whether Anthony Volpe has exhausted his opportunities, discuss George Lombard Jr.'s readiness for the big leagues, and examine why catcher has quietly become one of the club's biggest concerns.They also revisit one of baseball's greatest "what if" scenarios: What if the Yankees had signed Bryce Harper instead of acquiring Giancarlo Stanton?If you're counting down to the trade deadline, this conversation will leave you thinking about what the Yankees should do—and what they absolutely cannot afford not to do.Topics DiscussedWhy the trade deadline could define the Yankees' entire season.How injuries to Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger impact roster strategy.Why George Lombard Jr. may deserve an immediate promotion.What Anthony Volpe's recent struggles mean for his future.Which positions should the Yankees prioritize before the deadline?How Jason Domínguez has quietly improved over the past month.Why has the catching position become a growing concern?How Max Fried's return strengthens the rotation.What Bryce Harper's career says about one of the Yankees' biggest missed opportunities.Which upcoming series could shape the AL East race?Yankees TriviaWhich New York Yankees player is the only Yankee in franchise history to hit for the cycle three times during his career?Answer: Bob Meusel is the only New York Yankees player in franchise history to hit for the cycle three times. May 7, 1921: First career cycle against the Washington Senators.July 3, 1922: Second career cycle against the Philadelphia Athletics.July 26, 1928: Third career cycle against the Washington Senators.This Episode: Name the Yankees who had four doubles in one game. (A hint - one did it in 1944, the other in 1974.)Bullpen Q&A ☎️You have opinions just like we do, so we want to hear from you!Send voicemail http://chasefor28.com/voicemailEmail us: feedback@chasefor28.comConnect on X: @chasefor28podConnect on Instagram: @chasefor28podMerch
On The Wire With the August 3rd MLB trade deadline bearing down, Adam and Kevin work through an unusually heavy injury news day. The back half is built around FAAB strategy for the stretch run: where to spend on power, speed, and volume/ratio pitching with only eight FAAB Sundays left, plus a reminder to raise your risk tolerance the further back you are in the standings. Welcome and News (0:00:00–0:20:00) Cody Bellinger exits Saturday's game with an apparent leg injury sliding into second base Players Discussed: Cody Bellinger, Max Schuemann, Jasson Domínguez, Spencer Jones Dodgers expect Enrique Hernández and Edwin Díaz back from the IL this week Players Discussed: Enrique Hernández, Edwin Díaz, Mookie Betts, Tommy Edman, Kyle Tucker, Teoscar Hernández, Max Muncy Connor Prielipp rejoins the Twins rotation for Sunday's start Players Discussed: Connor Prielipp, Joe Ryan, Taj Bradley, Zebby Matthews Rangers place Josh Jung on the IL, recall Josh Smith Players Discussed: Josh Jung, Josh Smith, Ezequiel Duran Astros lose Spencer Arrighetti to the IL, call up Bryan King Players Discussed: Spencer Arrighetti, Bryan King, Ethan Pecko, Ronel Blanco More News (0:20:00–0:50:00) Mets place Juan Soto on the IL with a calf strain Players Discussed: Juan Soto, Jorge Polanco, Brett Baty, Luis Robert Jr. Jr., Carson Benge, Eric Wagaman, Jared Young Rays activate Steven Matz, option Chris Roycroft to Triple-A Players Discussed: Steven Matz, Chris Roycroft, Griffin Jax, Ian Seymour, Shane McClanahan, Nick Martinez, Drew Rasmussen Addison Barger done for the season after elbow surgery Players Discussed: Addison Barger Cody Bellinger's injury confirmed as a hamstring strain Players Discussed: Cody Bellinger Matt McLain heads out on a rehab assignment for the Reds Players Discussed: Matt McLain, Edwin Arroyo, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Eugenio Suárez Brewers get David Hamilton back, muddying the infield timeshare Players Discussed: David Hamilton, Cooper Pratt, Joey Ortiz, Braden Shewmake Orioles' catching situation worsens as Samuel Basallo joins Rutschman on the IL Players Discussed: Adley Rutschman, Samuel Basallo, Jonathan Rodriguez, Chadwick Tromp, Sam Huff Athletics lose J.T. Ginn to the IL, recall Mason Barnett Players Discussed: J.T. Ginn, Mason Barnett José Ramírez activated, Khalil Watson optioned back to Triple-A Players Discussed: José Ramírez, Khalil Watson, Daniel Schneemann, Angel Martínez, Gabriel Arias Wyatt Langford exits Saturday's game, awaiting X-ray results Players Discussed: Wyatt Langford, Alejandro Osuna Atlanta gets Martín Pérez back, options JR Ritchie Players Discussed: Martín Pérez, JR Ritchie, Bryce Elder Royals trade for Nate Pearson, place Bobby Witt Jr.. on the IL Players Discussed: Nate Pearson, Max Martin, Bobby Witt Jr.., Andrew Velazquez, Nick Loftin, Tyler Tolbert, Konnor Griffin, Josh Rojas Tigers place Jack Flaherty on the IL, recall Ty Madden Players Discussed: Jack Flaherty, Ty Madden, Keider Montero, Troy Melton, Tarik Skubal, Casey Mize, Framber Valdez FAAB Recommendations, Hitters (0:50:00–1:10:00) Power (RBI, HR) Players Discussed: Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Nelson Velázquez, Ty France, Tommy White, Nick Loftin Speed (SB, R) Players Discussed: Anthony Seigler, David Hamilton, Jim Jarvis, Victor Robles, Dane Myers, Leody Taveras, Taylor Walls, Mauricio Dubón, Brewer Hicklen, Mike Yastrzemski, Ronald Acuña Jr. Jr. Opportunity (AB, AVG) Players Discussed: Spencer Horwitz, Jake Mangum, Konnor Griffin, Jake Cronenworth, Sung-mun Song FAAB Recommendations, Pitchers (1:10:00–1:20:00) Volume (Wins, Ks) Players Discussed: Tyler Mahle, J.P. Sears, Tomoyuki Sugano, Brady Singer, Colin Rea, David Peterson, Carson Whisenhunt, Kohl Drake, Luinder Avila Ratios (ERA, WHIP) Players Discussed: Dylan Dodd Closers (Saves) Players Discussed: Carlos Estévez, Ryan Zeferjahn, Andrés Muñoz, Dennis Santana Wild Card and Closing Advice (1:20:00–1:30:00) Joshua Baez headlines the stash watch list as the trade deadline nears, with Pedro Ramirez already cutting into playing time in Chicago Players Discussed: Joshua Baez, Kristian Campbell, Pedro Ramirez, Michael Conforto, James Triantos Spend FAAB, raise risk Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
With the MLB Trade Deadline just days away, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle break down exactly what the Yankees need to do to become legitimate World Series contenders. Is pitching already good enough? Should Brian Cashman focus on bats instead? The guys debate the Yankees' biggest needs, including catcher, shortstop, bullpen help, and whether George Lombard deserves a shot in the Bronx. They also discuss Aaron Judge's return, Giancarlo Stanton's status, Cody Bellinger's struggles, and why the Yankees can't rely on their pitching staff to carry a lifeless offense all October.
Carlos Beltran confirmed the Mets approached him about managing, but his answer convinced Evan Roberts that he is waiting for the right New York opportunity. Evan predicts Beltran will manage either the Mets or Yankees next season, while Tiki Barber believes Beltran may be too comfortable in his advisory role to take the risk. The debate turns to Aaron Boone's future, the Yankees' past interest in Beltran and the unfinished business surrounding the Mets firing him after the Astros scandal. Evan also argues that Beltran's availability could push Brian Cashman toward a managerial change, while the crew examines whether lineup protection can actually be measured through the pitches Cody Bellinger sees without Aaron Judge.
Carlos Beltran confirmed the Mets approached him about managing, and Evan Roberts believes his answer revealed something much bigger. Evan predicts Beltran will manage a New York team next season, warning Mets fans that the Yankees remain a legitimate threat if Brian Cashman moves on from Aaron Boone. Tiki Barber hears more hesitation, arguing Beltran may prefer his comfortable advisory role over the risks of managing. Evan also blasts the Mets for firing Beltran after the Astros scandal and explains why the unfinished business still matters. Plus, the crew debates LeBron James' most entertaining destination, reacts to ESPN and NFL Network layoffs, examines whether Aaron Judge truly provides lineup protection for Cody Bellinger, and reaches a breaking point with the Mets, wildfire smoke and an overused wrestling gimmick.