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Chris “Mad Dog” Russo joins Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber and puts major pressure on the Yankees, saying they have to win the American League and reach the World Series. Russo also unloads on the Mets' decision to let Pete Alonso go, placing the blame on Steve Cohen and raising concerns about the chemistry between Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto. Mad Dog also predicts baseball could lose part of next season before a labor deal gets done, pumps the brakes on the Jaxson Dart hype, and explains why he expects both the Giants and Jets to be more competitive. Plus, Russo opens up about missing New York sports radio and his return to the WFAN orbit through SiriusXM.

Chris “Mad Dog” Russo joins Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber and declares the Yankees have no excuse not to reach the World Series, arguing their payroll and the state of the American League put major pressure on Aaron Boone and the organization. Russo also unloads on the Mets for letting Pete Alonso leave, putting more blame on Steve Cohen than David Stearns and raising concerns about the clubhouse dynamic involving Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto. Plus, Mad Dog pumps the brakes on the Jaxson Dart hype while predicting the Giants will be better under John Harbaugh, and reflects on WFAN joining SiriusXM and what he still misses about local New York sports radio.

The Jets' Aaron Rodgers decision gets a major second look, with Evan admitting they probably should have tried to make it work instead of immediately moving on. Jerry Recco joins the conversation as they question Aaron Glenn's handling of Rodgers and wonder whether keeping him as a transition quarterback could have changed the Jets' direction. Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor also spark intrigue after Soto was the first to congratulate Lindor on a home run, raising questions about whether their relationship has genuinely improved. Plus, Kevin Durant admits his biggest sports regret was failing to win a championship with the Nets, and the crew debates whether Brian Cashman's long Yankees tenure may finally be nearing its natural endpoint.

Zac Thornton pitches another solid game by going 6 innings against the Brewers. Nate Lavender continues to dominate out of the bullpen. Add that with solo home runs by Francisco Lindor and Luis Robert Jr, and you have yourself a one run game going into the 9th inning. P.S. T-Shirts are back on sale if you want to buy one.... or two! https://breakingt.com/products/the-rico Please like, rate, follow, favorite or subscribe to Rico Brogna here: ⁠⁠https://link.chtbl.com/RicoBrogna⁠⁠ Email TheRicoB@gmail.com

The Yankees' bullpen is showing dangerous signs at the worst possible time. Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash, filling in for Tiki Barber, question whether heavy workloads for the bullpen could eventually undo a team built around a dominant starting rotation. If October arrives with the bullpen running on fumes, the Yankees may have no choice but to ride their starters deeper than usual. They also debate Jazz Chisholm not stealing in a critical eighth-inning spot and Aaron Boone's bizarre explanation that Jazz “attempted to.” Plus, SNY's feed cuts out at the exact moment Francisco Lindor makes a spectacular game-saving catch, George Lombard Jr.'s early defensive mistakes spark concern, and the Yankees' approach to pitching Yordan Alvarez comes under fire.

The Yankees' bullpen is raising serious October concerns as Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash question whether heavy workloads could force Aaron Boone to ride his starters deeper in the postseason. Plus, they debate Jazz Chisholm's costly non-steal and Boone's bizarre explanation before ripping SNY for cutting out during Francisco Lindor's spectacular catch.

Jerry's here with Matt Nagy on Odell Beckham Jr's progress. Frank Reich is a big fan of Aaron Glenn. Kyle Shanahan was asked if Jed York will be a distraction. The Yankees lost to the Astros in a back and forth game. The Mets beat the Brewers as Francisco Lindor made a great catch and then scored the winning run in the tenth.

Gio dives into the Vince Young Netflix documentary and the vital coach-quarterback dynamic. Boomer breaks down why Matt Nagy will want to run the ball in the Northeast, Jerry updates us on Nagy's take on Odell Beckham Jr.'s progress, Frank Reich praises Aaron Glenn, and Kyle Shanahan addresses if Jed York is a distraction. On the diamond, the Yankees lost a back-and-forth battle to the Astros, while the Mets beat the Brewers on Francisco Lindor's clutch catch and 10th-inning winning run, before wrapping up with a look at why Netflix keeps featuring WFAN in their sports docs.

Gio refutes Joe Schoen's claim that he ignores criticism, followed by a look at the Vikings' snap split between JJ McCarthy and Carson Wentz, NFL teams projected to improve, and whether Gio is a "top 5 guy." Jerry's final update covers Boomer asking John Harbaugh if Jaxson Dart will play Friday or stay in bubble wrap, Kyle Shanahan addressing Jed York, Bill Belichick praising a North Carolina reporter, a Yankees loss featuring a Cody Bellinger homer, and Francisco Lindor leading the Mets over the Brewers. Finally, we discuss Robby Berger's ten-month battle with the shanks, the "sex on screen" Moment of the Day, building construction noises and smells, and sponsors pulling out of the Callaway and Good Good Golf controversy.

Steve Cohen spoke to the media this week, and doubled down on his belief that David Stearns is the right man for the job. Boomer and Jerry react to Cohen's comments, as do Evan and Tiki. Plus, Craig Carton has a wild hypothetical where the Dodgers' owner suddenly selling his shares of the team leads to Shohei Ohtani in Queens, and Jerry Recco wonders if Francisco Lindor's improved play is another sign that he and Juan Soto cannot coexist.

Steve Cohen spoke to the media this week, and doubled down on his belief that David Stearns is the right man for the job. Boomer and Jerry react to Cohen's comments, as do Evan and Tiki. Plus, Craig Carton has a wild hypothetical where the Dodgers' owner suddenly selling his shares of the team leads to Shohei Ohtani in Queens, and Jerry Recco wonders if Francisco Lindor's improved play is another sign that he and Juan Soto cannot coexist.

Francisco Lindor was robbed of a grand slam by Fernando Tatis Jr., but Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber can't stop thinking about the Mets fans sitting right behind the play. Should they have attacked the ball and made Tatis' catch more difficult, or is it unfair to expect fans to react like players when a baseball is flying toward them? Evan argues that fans sitting in the front row of home run territory need a game plan because they can legitimately impact the outcome. The debate turns into a hilarious breakdown of fight, flight and freezing in the moment, along with memories of infamous fan interference. Plus, Evan admits his own sports teams have given him very little reason to experience meaningful-game stress.

The Yankees keep winning, but almost nothing about it feels comfortable. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber break down encouraging injury news on Max Fried, the slow road back for Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, Jazz Chisholm's growing struggles, and whether this battered Yankees roster can finally get healthy enough to become dangerous in October. The Mets bring a different kind of frustration after Fernando Tatis Jr. robbed Francisco Lindor, sparking a wild debate over whether fans in the front row have an obligation to help their team. Steve Cohen's comments on the Mets' disappointing season ignite another examination of David Stearns, the decision to move on from Pete Alonso and Cohen's admission that the organization may have taken too much risk. Evan and Tiki also debate the dangers of massive free-agent contracts, Geno Smith's need for preseason reps and Evan's grim Jets prediction, plus George Lombard Jr., the Nets' painful history, NYCFC fandom, Citi Field's mysterious concession lines and a prediction of a brutal baseball work stoppage.

Welcome back to the Baseball Tonight podcast with Buster Olney. On today's show, Buster is joined by Tim Kurkjian to discuss Joshua Baez's epic debut performance for the Cardinals. Jacob Misorowski going toe to toe with the World Series favorites, and why the Cubs' defense might be the best we've ever seen. We'll also discuss what Shohei Ohtani might do with the unique opt-out clause he has in his contract, and if the Dodgers should be worried. All this, plus Buster answers your questions in the latest edition of Bleacher Tweets. 00:00 Open, Sunday recap 3:00 Tim Kurkjian joins the show 6:00 Joshua Baez has an epic debut for the Cardinals 9:48 Jacob Misiorowski goes off against the Dodgers 13:25 Should the Dodgers keep Edwin Diaz as their closer? 15:05 How good is the Cubs' defense? 19:02 Should the Mariners promote Kade Anderson now? 22:47 Will Shohei Ohtani opt-out of his contract? 28:12 Bleacher Tweets; Francisco Lindor, Mariners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to the Baseball Tonight podcast with Buster Olney. On today's show, Buster is joined by Tim Kurkjian to discuss Joshua Baez's epic debut performance for the Cardinals. Jacob Misorowski going toe to toe with the World Series favorites, and why the Cubs' defense might be the best we've ever seen. We'll also discuss what Shohei Ohtani might do with the unique opt-out clause he has in his contract, and if the Dodgers should be worried. All this, plus Buster answers your questions in the latest edition of Bleacher Tweets. 00:00 Open, Sunday recap 3:00 Tim Kurkjian joins the show 6:00 Joshua Baez has an epic debut for the Cardinals 9:48 Jacob Misiorowski goes off against the Dodgers 13:25 Should the Dodgers keep Edwin Diaz as their closer? 15:05 How good is the Cubs' defense? 19:02 Should the Mariners promote Kade Anderson now? 22:47 Will Shohei Ohtani opt-out of his contract? 28:12 Bleacher Tweets; Francisco Lindor, Mariners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Gio out, Boomer & Jerry kick off today's show breaking down a Yankees loss to Toronto, Jazz Chisholm's struggles, key NY injuries, and the Giants' preseason opener. They transition to Jets QB Cade Klubnik's debut, opening NFL schedules, Joshua Baez's three-homer debut, and a deep dive into Tommy John's Hall of Fame case. Later, the guys debate if Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto can co-exist on the Mets and react to Evan Roberts' wild bathroom mishap, before wrapping up with Little League ethics, Moment of the Day, and Boomer's awkward Carvel ice cream run. These items and other odds 'n ends.

A caller questions why Tommy John isn't in the Hall of Fame before the guys debate if Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto can co-exist—and whether their dynamic is why the Mets are broken. C-Lo returns for an update, starting with a construction worker's arm crashing through the ceiling while Evan Roberts was on the office toilet. Boomer then wonders if Aaron Judge will be in the lineup on September 11th, Karl-Anthony Towns gets married in Malibu, and LeBron James launches a YouTube golf channel.

In Episode 592 of For All You Kids Out There, Jeffrey and Jarrett discuss Kodai Senga, Mets closer, Will Dion and Joshua Baez before answering your questions about Francisco Lindor's future with the Mets, Carson Benge's future projection, and what metrics make a good hitting prospect.

Breakfast with the Beats The Chaotic Nature of Injuries and Saves   Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In today's episode, Mike and Dave discuss:   trades that we made in our fantasy leagues trades that we didn't make in our fantasy leagues if George Lombard Jr. is the answer at shortstop for the Yankees whether Foster Griffin can continue his 2026 success in Cleveland if Francisco Lindor is right about the Mets being a winning team injury situations to monitor: the Braves rotation the Yankees outfield the Cubs rotation the Dodgers catching the Pirates hitters the Padres rotation closer situations to monitor: committees to watch in Chicago (x2), Colorado, Los Angeles (x2), New York Mets, San Francisco Finally, in our Mental Health Moment, we discuss the challenges of maintaining physical fitness goals while working. 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.

Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti dive into training camp topics starting with the Giants, including how they can get out to an impressive start this season and both wonder why the team is meeting with Terrion Arnold. Plus: -Why Gio wants the Jets to beat the Titans Week 1 -Is Boomer known more as an MVP or radio host? -Some MLB fans expect too much from their teams -Reaction to Tony Romo and his future with CBS -Will the Mets try to trade Francisco Lindor in the offseason?

Francisco Lindor had a huge walk off single to cap off a terrific 9th inning for the Mets and after the game he met with the media to discuss the inning along with his thoughts on the mood around the team as they continue to stay hot.

Mets Catcher Francisco Alvarez had the double in the bottom of the 9th to tie the game and set up Francisco Lindor for the walk off and after the victory he met with Pat McCarthy on the field to talk the inning along with the team's hot stretch.

The Mets sold off half the pitching staff, started winning immediately, swept Cleveland, then got to Atlanta and remembered they are still the 2026 Mets. Fun little vacation from reality while it lasted.This week on The Put it in the Books Show, Farace, Rodriguez, and Producer Joe break down where the Mets actually stand now: 53-69, buried in the Wild Card picture, and basically playing the rest of the season to figure out who matters in 2027.Nolan McLean keeps giving Mets fans dangerous reasons to believe, Sean Manaea has temporarily escaped the “Manure” nickname, and Kodai Senga suddenly has his first MLB save while the bullpen gets even weirder after Devin Williams landed on the IL.Francisco Lindor says David Stearns is still the right guy, which gives Farace something to debate, Rodriguez something to doubt, and Producer Joe another chance to interrupt with a sound effect nobody asked for.We'll also hit Stock Up/Stock Down, Soto's rehab, Jefry Yan's energy, Carson Benge accidentally giving away Senga's save ball, and the Nationals coming to Citi Field next.The standings are cooked. The evaluation period is not. Farace will try to find hope, Rodriguez will show up with a shovel, and Producer Joe will somehow make the bullpen situation feel more organized than the show.LGM.#PiitB #Mets #LGM #NewYorkMets #PopCulturePros

(1:41)  — YANKEES: The Yankees offense finds some life as they win the first two against the Mariners. (11:09) — KNICKS: The Knicks will host the 76ers to open the 2026-27 NBA Season. (15:12) — METS: The Mets cool down in Atlanta and Francisco Lindor pledges his allegiance to the team. (20:48) — STANFORD STEVE: ESPN's Stanford Steve Coughlin gives his thoughts heading into the college football season, the Mets, and how the Jets should approach drafting their future QB. (56:23) — JASON KATZ: Our fantasy guru Jason Katz returns to guide you through your fantasy drafts and explains why Jaxson Dart should be high on your draft boards. 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: Stanford Steve and Jason Katz Music: Frontier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon Tierney joins Chris for the hour to talk about the #CadeBrigade, whether the Yankees have been overachieving, if Francisco Lindor will remain a Met throughout his remaining contract, & more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have all the coverage of Terry Collins Michigan Baseball Hall of Fame Induction. Plus Laura Albanese's complete full interview with TC on his life and career. Laura also joins us to discuss the Mets successful road trip, insider analysis on Kodai Senga, Luis Robert Jr. Francisco Lindor, and her recent 3 days in the radio booth with Keith Raad! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel or watch any of our episodes here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheTerryCollinsShow Subscribe to the Terry Collins show on your favorite podcast platform Follow The Terry Collins Show: ⁠X: https://x.com/TerryCollins_10⁠ Instagram: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/terrycollins_10/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theterrycollinsshow/ Follow John Arezzi on X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/johnarezzi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow John Arezzi on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/johnarezzi Donate $11 a month to now help first responders, veterans and our military heroes. Go to Tunnel to Towers and help them do good: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://t2t.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out some AMAZIN Mets Memorabilia from our friends at Coachs Collectibles here: ⁠https://coachscollectiblesny.com/⁠ Host: Terry Collins Co-Host: John Arezzi Creative Director: Marsh Researcher - Dominic DiBiase Executive Producer: John Arezzi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jorge Castillo and Buster Olney discuss George Lombard Jr. immediately making his mark offensively and defensively for the New York Yankees, if the Yankees are the best team in the American League when Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Cody Bellinger return, why the Tampa Bay Rays remain underrated, how Freddy Peralta hashed things out between Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto, and why the Mets put out feelers on Lindor at the trade deadline. Then, Karl Ravech returns to the pod to talk about the mystery of the Seattle Mariners, his top three teams in MLB, Buster's interesting arm comparison for Lombard Jr., and Alex Cora finding peace after Boston. 0:00 Welcome 0:42 Jorge Castillo 1:30 Yankees George Lombard Jr. makes immediate impact 4:34 Lombard Jr. makes Yankees strong up the middle 7:55 Still waiting on Aaron Judge's return 9:50 Higher ceiling: Yankees or Rays? 11:19 Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor's frosty relationship 16:03 Did the Mets try to trade Lindor? 18:13 Karl Ravech 18:23 Mariners remain a mystery 21:48 Ravy's top-3 teams in baseball 22:42 Are the Yankees a sleeping giant? 25:25 Buster compare Lombard Jr. to Dan Marino 29:33 Lombard Jr. could be a superstar 31:49 Alex Cora on life after the Red Sox 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

Jorge Castillo and Buster Olney discuss George Lombard Jr. immediately making his mark offensively and defensively for the New York Yankees, if the Yankees are the best team in the American League when Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Cody Bellinger return, why the Tampa Bay Rays remain underrated, how Freddy Peralta hashed things out between Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto, and why the Mets put out feelers on Lindor at the trade deadline. Then, Karl Ravech returns to the pod to talk about the mystery of the Seattle Mariners, his top three teams in MLB, Buster's interesting arm comparison for Lombard Jr., and Alex Cora finding peace after Boston. 0:00 Welcome 0:42 Jorge Castillo 1:30 Yankees George Lombard Jr. makes immediate impact 4:34 Lombard Jr. makes Yankees strong up the middle 7:55 Still waiting on Aaron Judge's return 9:50 Higher ceiling: Yankees or Rays? 11:19 Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor's frosty relationship 16:03 Did the Mets try to trade Lindor? 18:13 Karl Ravech 18:23 Mariners remain a mystery 21:48 Ravy's top-3 teams in baseball 22:42 Are the Yankees a sleeping giant? 25:25 Buster compare Lombard Jr. to Dan Marino 29:33 Lombard Jr. could be a superstar 31:49 Alex Cora on life after the Red Sox 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

Ben Maller talks about the significance of the Red Sox inquiring about Elly De La Cruz, Bobby Witt Jr., and Francisco Lindor, the Red Sox baserunning blunder in Toronto, Tim Anderson getting a tribute night from the White Sox, Cite the Bite, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C-Lo's back with news that the Knicks host the Sixers on the first day of the NBA season. We heard the sounds of Francisco Lindor's massive HR in Atlanta as the Mets won. Keith Hernandez talked about his old football coach and didn't like the way he ran practice. Adam Vinatieri made a joke about his balls during his Hall of Fame speech.

We open with the WNBA and "white privilege" surrounding a hard foul on Sophie Cunningham, as Gio questions why stars like her and Caitlin Clark are targeted when they bring eyes to the league, comparing the daily drama to women's pro wrestling. C-Lo's update highlights the Knicks hosting the Sixers on NBA opening day, Francisco Lindor's massive home run in a Mets victory, Keith Hernandez disliking his old football coach's practices, and Adam Vinatieri's Hall of Fame speech joke. Finally, former Met Jose Iglesias heads to Broadway in The Buena Vista Social Club, followed by a look back at the post-pandemic Boomer & Gio boat party.

We kick off with NFL talk on Geno Smith, Jaxson Dart, and Saints worst-to-first predictions, followed by JJ's awkward golf swing, and winning Mets news. Next, Boomer reveals his surprising Radio Hall of Fame inductor, Brett Baty hits a grand slam, classic Mike & The Mad Dog audio resurfaces, and Gio admits his fear of raw oysters. We then tackle WNBA drama, preview the Knicks' opener, celebrate Francisco Lindor's homer and Jose Iglesias heading to Broadway, and revisit the post-pandemic boat party. Finally, we cover low interest in Yankees Old Timers' Day, Buffalo stadium seating, Craig Carton's prison memories, Dan Le Batard's Wilfork blunder, and Phil Simms signing autographs left-handed.

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.   Shop Back to School at Amazon – and spend less on your kids! https://www.amazon.com/backtoschool   Find out how baseball hits different with T-Mobile at https://www.T-Mobile.com/MLB   Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/   00:00 INTRO 02:17 The most confusing play in MLB history? 15:46 Tarik Skubal has been so-so through 2 Dodger starts 23:16 The Rays are rolling + Padres talk and more 42:38 How would you grade Francisco Lindor's Mets tenure? 49:48 Wade Boggs is ripped!? 52:12 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.

Hour 5: Tommy advocates for the Mets to keep Francisco Lindor despite trade rumors earlier this year. We can't wait for football to be back.

After Steve Cohen said David Stearns is coming back after this year, the talk shifts to whether he'd trade Francisco Lindor.

Gio reacts to Steve Cohen guaranteeing David Stearns' return despite epic failure, sparking discussion on the Mets and whether a miserable-looking Francisco Lindor could be traded. Gordon Damer returns for his final update on the Dodgers' recent struggles and another Yankees loss despite a strong start from Cam Schlittler. Fan complaints about a lack of urinal troughs at the new Bills stadium lead to urinal divider talk and the Moment of the Day. Finally, the show closes with an escaped pet python in Freehold, NJ, Gio's childhood snake story, and Boomer's nighttime bathroom rules for his football roommates.

Boomer and Gio return to tackle Boomer battling Rhinovirus, WFAN's "great flood," Justin Herbert's "young love" moment, and Frank Reich's praise for Geno Smith, alongside updates on Trent Grisham, Chris Sale, Bo Bichette, Adam Vinatieri, and Don Nelson. The show moves into a golf course dilemma, caller Dan in Carteret, Sophie Cunningham's hard foul, league transgender topics, and obstructed view seats at the new Bills stadium. Hour three breaks down Giants camp predictions, Jets expectations, a Mike Tomlin sighting, Pete Alonso's two homers, and wives playing golf. Finally, the guys wrap up with Steve Cohen backing David Stearns, Francisco Lindor trade speculation, Dodgers struggles, Bills stadium urinal complaints, and an escaped pet python in New Jersey.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, please visit our Patreon. Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the long-in-the-making major league debut of gravity-defying, strikeout-celebrating reliever Jefry Yan, Steven Kwan’s resurgence, a lineup with lots of Juniors, a scooter celebration, a double FARTBAT, Luis Arraez abandoning home plate, MLB players’ low-stakes conspiracies, a head-to-head MVP battle, the Mets’ Francisco Lindor–Juan Soto drama, the A’s firing David Forst, a pitcher plate appearance, and more. Then (1:02:46) Ben brings on YouTubers Noah Campbell (aka SOFTDRINKTV) and Taylor McNelis (aka WildLion Games) to discuss the decline in the quantity and quality of sports video games, how well baseball lends itself to gaming, the golden age of baseball video games, and whether a few new challengers might endanger MLB The Show’s dominance. Audio intro: Benny and a Million Shetland Ponies, “Effectively Wild Theme (Pedantic)” Audio interstitial: The Gagnés, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Philip Bergman, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Reddit post on Yan Link to first Yan episode Link to second Yan episode Link to Yan debut story Link to Yan debut video Link to Yan leap on single Link to Guardians’ Yan mockery Link to MLBTR on Brebbia Link to Brebbia’s second EW appearance Link to previous Kwan chat Link to Kwan leaderboard Link to Kwan pillow quote Link to sports nepo babies article Link to article on baseball nepo babies Link to Ryan HoF page Link to Giants scooter celly Link to Arraez abandonment Link to @ScoringChanges explanation Link to Marlins misplay Link to EW Episode 500 Link to PCA comments Link to Saucedo comments Link to Ottavino comments Link to PCA vs. Ohtani game Link to Peralta/Lindor/Soto report Link to 2025 Yankees bullpen blowup Link to Lindor/McNeil article Link to MLBTR on Forst Link to Mikolas PA article Link to Nusbaum tweet Link to Button Mash Link to The Ringer-Verse Link to SOFTDRINKTV on YouTube Link to WildLion Games on YouTube Link to Paine on sports games 1 Link to Paine on sports games 2 Link to Jabroni Baseball video Link to EA buyout Link to EA layoffs report Link to EA layoffs report Link to College Football microtransactions Link to Ben on MVP Baseball 2005 Link to Noah on MVP Baseball 2005 Link to Super Mega Baseball 4 article Link to Metalhead on EW 1 Link to Metalhead on EW 2 Link to Taylor on SMB4 roster updates Link to Taylor’s SMB4 review Link to Zach Kram on Backyard Baseball Link to Backyard Baseball comeback article Link to Backyard Baseball wiki Link to Taylor’s Backyard Baseball review Link to Noah on MLB Power Pros Link to Indoor Baseball Link to Noah on Indoor Baseball Link to Noah on MVP 06: NCAA Baseball Link to Noah’s MLB The Show 26 review Link to Taylor’s MLB The Show 26 review Link to Power Pros wiki Link to Professional Baseball Spirits wiki Link to article about eBaseball Pro Spirit 2026 Link to Noah on eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT Link to eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026 on PS5 Link to Noah on eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026 news Link to Noah’s eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026 review Link to Taylor’s eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026 review Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

Freddy Peralta orchestrated a sitdown with Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor to squash their beef, according to ESPN. Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to the stunning report, while Evan Roberts wonders if brokering peace between the team's two stars changes anything about Peralta's damaged legacy in Queens. Plus, the great Jefry Yan debate, as Jerry Recco and Willie Colon debate if the pitcher's animated celebrations are appropriate, while Shaun Morash predicts the celebrating will backfire in the most Mets way possible.

Freddy Peralta orchestrated a sitdown with Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor to squash their beef, according to ESPN. Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to the stunning report, while Evan Roberts wonders if brokering peace between the team's two stars changes anything about Peralta's damaged legacy in Queens. Plus, the great Jefry Yan debate, as Jerry Recco and Willie Colon debate if the pitcher's animated celebrations are appropriate, while Shaun Morash predicts the celebrating will backfire in the most Mets way possible.

Ben Maller talks about reports that Freddy Peralta initiated a sit-down between beefing Mets stars Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto, the latest update on the status of Aaron Judge for the Yankees, the mound antics of Mets pitcher Jefry Yan, #AskBen, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jefry Yan's explosive strikeout celebration has instantly divided Mets fans and irritated opponents. Evan Roberts loves the rookie reliever's energy but worries his constant jumping could eventually trigger retaliation, put teammates in danger, or even lead to an injury. Shaun Morash is in for Tiki Barber and argues that Yan's emotion is exactly what a lifeless Mets team needs, especially after Christian Scott praised the spark he brings to the clubhouse. Evan and Shaun also debate whether the Mets should ever consider trading Francisco Lindor, why Luis Garcia Jr. could replace Jazz Chisholm at second base, and whether Spencer Jones deserves a chance over Trent Grisham. Plus, Evan reveals his five NFL win-total unders, Shaun makes an early Chiefs-Bears Super Bowl prediction, and the Jets, Browns, Buccaneers, Colts, Falcons, and Giants all come under scrutiny.

Are Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor back on solid ground? Plus, an edition of Knobservations along with DIHIF? And a special Getting to Know You from our boss, Jon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George Lombard Jr. electrified Yankee Stadium with a home run and standout defense in his major league debut, but Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber debate how much the Yankees should expect from their prized prospect over the final stretch. Can Lombard provide a consistent bat without being burdened as the team's savior? The conversation turns to Aaron Boone's struggling lineup construction, Trent Grisham's continued spot at leadoff and whether Lombard or Ben Rice deserves the most at-bats. Plus, the Yankees keep surviving low-scoring games, callers react to Lombard's unforgettable arrival, and the Mets' ongoing Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor tension resurfaces.

George Lombard Jr. delivered the Yankees debut fans had been waiting for, launching a home run and immediately showing the athleticism and defense that could transform the middle of the diamond. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber explain why Lombard already looks like a massive upgrade at shortstop, while Shaun Morash argues the Yankees should ride the excitement and move him to the leadoff spot. The debut created real hope, but the lineup still produced only two runs and needed nearly perfect pitching to win. Evan also calls out Austin Wells for swinging at the first pitch instead of letting Lombard enjoy a curtain call. Plus, a new report claims Freddy Peralta helped repair the strained relationship between Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor, sparking debate over what caused the disconnect and whether it actually hurt the Mets. The Yankees' decision not to add a reliever at the trade deadline also comes under fire as concerns grow about the bullpen and Clarke Schmidt's setback.

Brian Cashman's explanation for passing on Liam Hicks sends Evan Roberts over the edge. Evan calls it one of the worst answers he has ever heard from the Yankees general manager, arguing that Hicks would have provided badly needed offense while Austin Wells struggles and Ali Sánchez offers almost nothing at the plate. Tiki Barber pushes back on the fit, pointing to Hicks' defense and the Yankees' desire for a right-handed catcher, but Evan insists the entire roster-building logic is backwards. Evan and Tiki also debate Kodai Senga's potential future as a Mets reliever and react to speculation surrounding the reported rift between Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto.

Freddy Peralta may have left behind an unexpected Mets legacy by helping Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor work through their lingering tension. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to the report that Peralta arranged a private conversation between the two stars, even as Soto denied that any formal meeting happened and Lindor downplayed its significance.