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John Harbaugh's impact on the Giants is already impossible to ignore. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber as they react to Isaiah Likely describing a dramatically different training camp and debate whether Harbaugh's professionalism, structure and demanding approach are being underrated before the season even begins. The Yankees also get a major boost from the Mets taking two of three from Tampa Bay, keeping the AL East race within reach. Shaun and Tiki break down the Yankees' path to the division, Austin Wells' resurgence, Cam Littler's performance and the growing belief that Aaron Judge could soon return to the lineup.
The Mets just gave the Yankees exactly the help they needed by taking two of three from Tampa Bay, pulling the AL East race back within striking distance. Now the pressure is on the Yankees to keep winning, survive a difficult San Diego series and make sure their upcoming four-game showdown with the Rays still matters. There is also growing excitement around Aaron Judge's potential return. The conversation turns to how Judge's presence could energize the entire lineup for the September push, even if he needs time to regain his form after a long absence. Plus, Austin Wells' recent improvement offers another encouraging sign as the Yankees try to build momentum for October.
Tony opens the show by talking about the Nats win over the Braves, and he talks about Lane Kiffen's attitude towards pursuing NFL players, the President's Cup team selections, and also about what's going on with Tony Romo. Buster Olney calls in to talk about when Tony should begin harvesting his potato crop, and he also talks about what kind of impact Aaron Judge will have when he returns to the lineup, and whether Shohei Ohtani will pitch again this season, Comedian Jared Freid calls in to talk about his new Netflix special “The Family Plan”, and Tony closes out the show by opening up the Mailbag. Songs : Chris Clark “I Suppose” ; “There You Are”
Jesse Rogers and Buster Olney discuss whether MLB should reseed the playoffs after the Wild Card round, what is keying Pete Crow-Armstong's MVP run, if the Cubs pitching staff can find its swing-and-miss, a potential Shohei Ohtani pivot to the bullpen, Aaron Judge's possible return next week, the Red Sox radio broadcast stirring the rivalry pot and Kete Marte being booed in his return. Then, Atlanta Braves great and Hall of Fame Chipper Jones stops by to talk about reuniting with teammates in Cooperstown, what he sees when watching PCA, how he would approach hitting Jacob Misiorowski and the infamous “Eric Gregg Game” in Game 5 of the 1997 NLCS. Later, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 4:20 Should MLB reseed the playoffs? 7:07 Limits on position players pitching? 9:46 Pete Crow-Armstrong “Mike Trout vibes” 12:18 Cubs lead the league in HR hit, HR given up 14:05 Could Shohei Ohtani pivot to relief? 16:02 Details on Aaron Judge's return 18:46 Red Sox radio crew stirs the pot 23:26 Ketel Marte returns to boos 26:06 Chipper Jones joins 29:24 What he's seeing from PCA at the plate 35:56 How he would approach Jacob Misiorowski 37:14 “The Eric Gregg Game” 51:19 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
Jesse Rogers and Buster Olney discuss whether MLB should reseed the playoffs after the Wild Card round, what is keying Pete Crow-Armstong's MVP run, if the Cubs pitching staff can find its swing-and-miss, a potential Shohei Ohtani pivot to the bullpen, Aaron Judge's possible return next week, the Red Sox radio broadcast stirring the rivalry pot and Kete Marte being booed in his return. Then, Atlanta Braves great and Hall of Fame Chipper Jones stops by to talk about reuniting with teammates in Cooperstown, what he sees when watching PCA, how he would approach hitting Jacob Misiorowski and the infamous “Eric Gregg Game” in Game 5 of the 1997 NLCS. Later, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 4:20 Should MLB reseed the playoffs? 7:07 Limits on position players pitching? 9:46 Pete Crow-Armstrong “Mike Trout vibes” 12:18 Cubs lead the league in HR hit, HR given up 14:05 Could Shohei Ohtani pivot to relief? 16:02 Details on Aaron Judge's return 18:46 Red Sox radio crew stirs the pot 23:26 Ketel Marte returns to boos 26:06 Chipper Jones joins 29:24 What he's seeing from PCA at the plate 35:56 How he would approach Jacob Misiorowski 37:14 “The Eric Gregg Game” 51:19 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
Malik Nabers' Week 1 status is suddenly a major concern for the Giants. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber, and Tiki remains convinced Nabers is unlikely to face the Cowboys as the star receiver works through the physical and mental hurdles of his recovery. Even if Nabers plays, expectations for his workload need to come down as the Giants prepare to lean on their run game and Jaxson Dart. The Yankees may have found an October fixture in Spencer Jones. His growth into a complete hitter has Shaun and Tiki arguing that Aaron Boone cannot push him aside when Aaron Judge returns, especially with Trent Grisham slipping. Plus, Freddy Peralta's strong outing after the Mets moved him adds another frustrating twist to his New York story.
Is the status of Aaron Judge a good enough excuse for the Yankees to not make the World Series? Also, Carlin dives into the news involving Tiger Woods & Tony Romo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Could nearly one-third of the NFL have an incentive to tank for a quarterback? On the latest episode of A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, Maggie looks at the surprising number of NFL teams that could potentially lose interest in winning in 2026 if their season starts going sideways — because the 2027 NFL Draft could feature an extraordinary group of quarterbacks. With names like Arch Manning, Dante Moore and other highly regarded prospects potentially available, quarterback-needy teams could have a huge incentive to think about the future rather than fight for a few extra wins. Maggie's count? Nearly one-third of the NFL could potentially be looking toward the 2027 quarterback class. So which teams could be sellers at the trade deadline? Which teams might decide there's more value in losing than winning? And could the NFL actually see an NBA-style tanking conversation develop around the next franchise quarterback? Maggie breaks down why the 2027 QB class could completely change the incentives for struggling NFL teams. Also on the episode: time stamps 00:45 Joe Burrow's surprising admission about once believing he wouldn't have a long NFL career — and whether Bengals fans should be concerned. 7:48 Steve Sarkisian's criticism of NFL players attempting to return to college football for another year of eligibility — despite a Texas player being involved in a similar legal fight. 13:31 Tarik Skubal's espresso machine drama after taking the machine he bought for the Tigers clubhouse with him to Los Angeles. 17:32 How many NFL teams will be tanking for a QB? 26:40 Why Maggie doesn't see the Yankees making a World Series run, with questions surrounding Aaron Judge, the pitching staff and shortstop. This is A Must Win Game with Maggie Gray, a sports podcast for sports fans. #NFL #NFLDraft #NFL2027 #NFLNews #Quarterback #ArchManning #DanteMoore #NFLTanking #NFLDraft2027 #JoeBurrow #Bengals #Yankees #TarikSkubal #AMustWinGame Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
C-Mac and Gallo debate on who should be playing when Aaron Judge comes back: Trent Grisham or Spencer Jones
Dr. Charlie Shuman from Lattimore Physical Therapy, our NFL injury guru, stops into the show to help diagnose key injuries for the Bills, NFL players & Aaron Judge. Hydration is key. What are Charlie's thoughts on his alma mater's week 1 matchup vs Marshall?
Full Hour 1 in The Sports Bar. What did the Bills players have to say post practice? Dr. Charlie Shuman from Lattimore Physical Therapy, our NFL injury guru, stops into the show to help diagnose key injuries. Tim shares his honest hot take & breaking news for the LA Clippers.
The Padres are promoting Ethan Salas (2:30)! ... The Nationals are promoting Yohandy Morales (9:25)! ... Kyle Harrison just had a disaster (14:05). ... Alex Bregman has turned into Barry Bonds (20:25). ... Daylen Lile is on fire (25:05). ... News (30:00): Aaron Judge could be back next week. ... Let's fire up the DROP-O-METER (42:10)! ... Walker Jenkins is on the board (53:37). ... Walbert Ureña dominated the Yankees (59:11). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpens and streamers (1:03:11).Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballTodaySign up for the newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters
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The Yankees' season comes down to one brutal standard: reach the World Series or face another disaster. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber debate whether Brian Cashman and Aaron Boone deserve more credit for navigating injuries and roster issues, but Evan makes clear that none of it will matter if October ends early. The postseason will ultimately decide how every move, lineup decision and deadline addition is remembered. The final stretch also features Shaun Morash's best parts of September, including John Harbaugh finally coaching meaningful Giants games and Aaron Judge nearing a return. Plus, Evan refuses to entertain Nets fans comparing Brooklyn's failed superteam to the champion Knicks, while his Mets scoreless-game streak faces a major test once football Sundays arrive.
Buster Olney joins the show to discuss Will Flemming-Jazz Chisholm, when we could see Aaron Judge and what to expect, and who could be the Mets manager next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave and Dan talk about an ugly Yankees loss out West, Buster Olney stops by to talk about Aaron Judge's road to recovery, & Mel Kiper also stops by to get us ready for football season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gio and Jerry step in for Boomer today, shooting down Cade Klubnik as the Jets' backup quarterback while eyeing potential veteran options, before breaking down Yankee frustration over Will Flemming's Jazz Chisholm comments following a sloppy loss to the Angels. We debate if Aaron Judge is a fake tough guy, question if people would pay to see Ted Williams' frozen head, and touch on Gio's Long Island coyote sighting. Updates follow up on alleged abuse at Williams' cryo facility, LeSean McCoy defending Daejon Love's scams, the impossible job of selling Mets tickets, Love's video memos, and the anatomical logistics of cryogenic freezing. Finally, the guys react to Aaron Donald coming out of retirement, Jerry remembers meeting Herschel Walker and Jerry Jones, nd a man gets five months in prison for recording his cheating wife.
Gio, Jerry, and Rami debate whether or not Aaron Judge is a fake tough guy as Rami said in the Warm-Up Show. Ted Williams head is still frozen in Arizona and would people pay to go see it. Gio saw a coyote yesterday wandering around in Long Island. C-Lo joins with an update as Ted Williams' head was allegedly abused at the cryo facility. LeSean McCoy defends Daejon Love for scamming gold-digging women.
Gio, Jerry, and Rami debate whether or not Aaron Judge is a fake tough guy as Rami said in the Warm-Up Show.
The Yankees have responded to the Red Sox controversy from over the weekend. Also, Aaron Judge may return very soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Shaun King joins Mike to break down expectations for the Jets & Giants this season. They discuss Jaxson Dart, Geno Smith, and other QBs across the league. Plus, Mike touches on the state of the Yankees after the Red Sox series, and an update on Aaron Judge. 00:00 NFL Season Countdown 03:16 New York Quarterbacks 06:19 Jets vs Giants Prospects 10:08 Mahomes & Lamar Jackson 15:16 Rams Season Outlook 21:38 Surprise NFL Teams
The Baltimore Orioles have claimed outfielder Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from the New York Mets to boost their outfield depth ahead of the stretch run. Corey Pieper breaks down a major waiver wire pickup, an explosive 9-home-run offensive outburst by the Cubs, crucial September bullpen shifts, the daily Bullpen Report, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The transaction and health wire was active as the calendar turns to September, highlighted by Baltimore claiming Luis Robert Jr., St. Louis anticipating the return of Masyn Winn, and Ketel Marte returning to the lineup. On the injury front, Luis Rengifo suffers a season-ending ACL tear, Aaron Judge continues targeting an early September activation during New York's upcoming homestand, and both Ethan Salas and Yohandy Morales highlight notable health updates. Daily performance slates featured dominant showings in the studs column from Ian Seymour dueling Robert Stock, Randy Arozarena, Daylen Lile, Taj Bradley, Luke Keaschall, Ryan Jeffers, Jacob deGrom, Clay Holmes, Walbert Urena, Cal Raleigh, Rafael Devers, Brandon Pfaadt matching up against Aaron Nola, and an unprecedented 9-home-run display from the Chicago Cubs lineup featuring Alex Bregman launching three homers alongside blasts from Michael Conforto, Seiya Suzuki, Nico Hoerner, Tyrone Taylor, Carson Kelly, and Matt Shaw. Conversely, Bryce Elder, Kyle Harrison, Jackson Jobe, Gage Jump, and George Kirby matching up against Payton Tolle all struggled into the duds section. The daily Bullpen Report analyzes late-inning dynamics across the league, examining Oakland turning back to Elvis Alvarado, Andrew Kittredge handling high-leverage work in Baltimore, Bryan Hudson in the White Sox bullpen, Josh Hader cementing his status as a top-three closer in Houston, and Justin Martinez returning to late-inning duties for Arizona. 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.
Dan joins Nick and Jeff to go over the biggest headlines in the sports world.
The Yankees made a statement by taking three of four from the Red Sox, including a beatdown in Sunday's series finale. Chris McMonigle celebrates the huge victory, what it means for the postseason, and what it says about how far this Yankee team can go in October. Plus, looking at the Yankees platoon identity moving forward, praising Heliot Ramos for finally coming through with a big hit and Will Warren for his masterful start, while the offense showed encouraging signs across the board.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS3:36 - Breaking down the standings impact: The Yankees move four games up on Boston, which is essentially five games thanks to securing the tiebreaker.6:14 - Reacting to the Red Sox broadcast calling Jazz Chisholm a "bush league" player for stealing bases while up six runs.10:04 - Analyzing Aaron Boone's heavily debated platoon strategy. The decision to sit hot left-handed hitters like Luis Garcia and Ben Rice in favor of righties like Paul Goldschmidt and Ramos against left-handed pitching ultimately pays off.29:23 - Carlos Rodon's start unravels after a poor baserunning decision and terrible send at third base involving Amed Rosario.39:28 - Concerns over Max Fried's Saturday start, specifically a noticeable drop in his fastball velocity down to 92-93 mph.45:36 - Praise for Paul Blackburn and the bullpen for escaping late-inning jams to secure the victory.52:41 - Will Warren delivers the best start of his young career in a massive spot, retiring 13 consecutive Red Sox batters after allowing a leadoff double.1:04:51 - Ramos crushes a critical three-run home run on a 1-2 breaking ball.1:12:20 - Tampa Bay Rays update: The Rays sweep the Padres by rallying against Mason Miller in the ninth inning to stay five games ahead of the Yankees.1:18:52 - Looking ahead to the West Coast road trip against the Angels and Padres. Plus, predictions that Aaron Judge will return to the lineup for the upcoming homestand against the Colorado Rockies.
Big Mac criticizes the New York Yankees for their lackluster performance against the Los Angeles Angels following a high-energy series against the Red Sox. The discussion covers the team's struggling bullpen, the division race against the Rays, and the return of Aaron Judge. 01:07 - Yankees' Disappointing Loss to Angels 05:38 - Chasing the Tampa Bay Rays 10:16 - Revamping the Yankees' Bullpen 15:00 - Mets and NFL News
Chris "Big Mac" McMonigle reacts to the New York Yankees' dominant performance against the Boston Red Sox, highlighted by a crushing blowout victory. He addresses the controversy surrounding Jazz Chisholm Jr. stealing bases and provides updates on Aaron Judge's return to the lineup. 01:09 - Big Mac Riding Solo 01:48 - Yankees Dismantle Red Sox 10:35 - Chisholm Base Stealing Drama
Blake is joined by Sportsnet's David Singh to break down the Blue Jays weekend series sweep of the Mariners, and Max Scherzer's best start of the season, before getting into the Jays positive play since the trade deadline as the team pushes for the playoffs. Then, Brandon Wile (34:03) joins the show to discuss Buck Martinez' induction into the Blue Jays new Hall of Excellence, and the Red Sox play against the Red Sox this weekend as they got Roman Anthony back ahead of the playoff stretch. Later, Emmanuel Berbari (52:45) jumps on with Blake to chat about the Yankees' series win over the Red Sox this weekend, before giving some injury updates on Yankees' rookie George Lombard Jr. and star outfielder Aaron Judge. Finally, Doug Fox (1:13:44) of Future Blue Jays to dive into the Jays prospects as the minor league season comes to an end, the development of Jojo Parker and Will Brick. 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.
Gene shares a double-dose of shots, all with local ties to Rochester NY.
Ben Ennis and Daniele Franceschi close out the show with MLB Network's Adnan Virk, who discusses meeting Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic's early exit, Max Scherzer's resurgence, Brett Bateman's emergence, the Blue Jays' playoff outlook, and the AL Wild Card race. They also examine Aaron Judge's return and the Yankees' chances. Later, ESPN's Seth Wickersham (25:38) joins to discuss his new book Be on That Hill, Sean Payton's appeal as a subject, Bill Belichick's future, the NFL's international ambitions, and the league's evolving coaching trends, before Ben and Daniele share their own NFL season expectations. 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:) Ray Jarvis says the New York Yankees' 1-0 win over the Red Sox proves they're building toward a storybook postseason run. Then he takes your calls!
The Yankees picked a bad time for their offense to regress to its earlier form, musting very little against the Astros in their series finale, losing another game in the loss column ahead of a monster series with the Red Sox. C-Mac is back from vacation and ready to sound off on everything surrounding the Yanks, from the battle between pushing for the division and thinking bigger picture, to the latest on Aaron Judge and his preference to skip a rehab assignment. Plus, Luis Garcia Jr.'s continued tear, George Lombard Jr.'s struggles in the field, and whether Brian Cashman missed the boat with his lack of bullpen moves at the trade deadline given the injury to Fernando Cruz.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS6:17: An analysis of George Lombard's puzzling defensive collapse, marked by six errors in six consecutive games.12:38: Debating Trent Grisham's outfield defense versus his clutch offensive production.16:34: How Jazz is transforming the offense with his speed and small-ball execution despite ongoing inconsistencies at the plate.24:18: The Yankees are operating with a dangerously thin bullpen following Cruz's elbow injury.26:56: Re-evaluating the trade deadline. Brian Cashman's failure to acquire bullpen arms is actively hurting the team.40:00: Aaron Judge plans to skip rehab assignments and return directly to the major league lineup, potentially during the upcoming homestand against Colorado.1:00:36: Looking ahead to the biggest series of the year against the Boston Red Sox, starting with Cam Schlittler on the mound.1:06:05: Breaking down the devastating blow of Giancarlo Stanton's latest injury and the financial realities of his contract buyout.
George Lombard Jr. has committed an error in six straight games, turning the Yankees rookie's defensive struggles into a major debate before a crucial Red Sox series. Evan Roberts believes sitting Lombard now could make the mental pressure even worse and wants him to play through it, while Shaun Morash argues a night off could help stop the spiral before it becomes a bigger problem. They also dig into the Yankees' shaky offense, their difficult matchups against Boston's left-handed pitching and why Aaron Judge's return could be the boost the lineup desperately needs. Plus, Evan recounts a wild night at Citi Field featuring Mets squishy dumplings and an unexpectedly revealing singles night.
When Aaron Judge does eventually return to the lineup, what version of him will the Yankees get? And Plays of the Week from Raymond! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Yankees lost last night, but got word that Aaron Judge won't need rehab games. Is that a good thing? Plus, the Giants and Jets wrap up the preseason tonight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aaron Judge said he won't be going out on rehab prior to returning to the Yankee lineup. What version of Judge will we see? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gio and Jerry lead off previewing the Beach Bash, debating preseason QBs, and dissecting sad songs, before diving into Boomer's thunderstorm golf panic, the Good Good Golf downfall, and dream sports GM jobs. The show then tackles Al Dukes' mystery lake animal, Aaron Judge's refusal to play rehab games, Keith Hernandez's cash-eating dog, and a wild fight at Barstool HQ. C-Lo's updates weave through continuous Yankees losses, George Lombard Jr.'s six-game error streak, Steve Torre's new radio role, and Rex Ryan visiting Jets camp, wrapping up with Jerry and Al's low SAT scores as Jerry takes off for the Salt Shack.
The hour kicks off with an update on the dead animal Al Dukes found in a Bradley Beach lake, before C-Lo returns with an update featuring a Montana caller's advice on dealing with bears. Plus, Aaron Judge wants to skip rehab games and return straight to the team, Keith Hernandez's dog ate two $100 bills, John Harbaugh praises New Jersey pizza, and George Lombard Jr. commits an error in his sixth straight game. Finally, the guys take calls on bears and driving Jed York around.
Aaron Judge said he doesn't want to play rehab games when he's ready, he wants to go right back to the team. Keith Hernandez said his dog ate two $100 bills. John Harbaugh loves the pizza in NJ. George Lombard Jr had his sixth straight game with an error.
The Atlanta Braves completed a sweep of the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers at Truist Park on Thursday night. The game featured a matchup between Chris Sale and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and while the latter threw a great game, it was the 2024 NL Cy Young Award winner who stood out with a complete-game shutout. On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about what was a career-defining outing from Chris Sale against the Dodgers, one that felt very much like a throwback performance from starting pitchers of old. They discuss the excitement of hopefully getting to see Sale pitch in the postseason again after he was injured during the Braves' last playoff run and whether he can possibly add another Cy Young to his trophy case. Jake and Jordan also talk about Tarik Skubal returning to Detroit this weekend to face his old club, Shohei Ohtani eyeing a return to the mound on Sunday and why the Dodgers losing Roki Sasaki to the IL comes with unfortunate timing. The guys then welcome Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers to discuss his incredible turnaround this season, playing behind Jacob Misiorowski and getting Aaron Judge out as a position-player pitcher. They then close the show by making their picks for this week's The Good, The Bad and The Uggla. 1:41 - The Opener: Chris Sale's complete-game shutout 16:59 - Could the Braves and Dodgers meet in October? 24:09 - Skubal, Ohtani and Roki updates 33:36 - Jake Bauers joins the show 49:29 - Playing with Jacob Misiorowski 58:40 - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:
Vlad Sedler and Jason Anthony are joined by Scott Jenstad to discuss early 2027 first-round fantasy targets, Walker Jenkins, end of season lineup strategies, and Week 24 fantasy baseball FAAB. Topics The Giants and Willy Adames Defending Ohtani who did not gamble Best 1.06 for 2027: Soto, Wood, Yordan, Tatis or Caminero Best 2nd Round SP: Yamamoto, Sale, Schlittler, Luzardo, Sanchez or Cease Our Can't Quit player Our Must Draft A's player Pick a Logan Jordan Walker vs. Sal Stewart vs. Konnor Griffin Week 24 schedules and matchups (O's, Rockies, etc.) 3-week target windows 15-team pitcher pick-ups Walker Jenkins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
(SHOW OPEN:) Is Aaron Judge enough to buoy the Yankee offense? The Yankees are a stubborn team. Is George Lombard Jr. going down the same path as Anthony Volpe?
. Jay Jackson: More Than Baseball — Building Life, Mindset & Legacy Smile Zone is about more than baseball. In Season 5, Episode 24 of the Slide Podcast, Coach Aaron and Mic Check Mariah sit down with former MLB pitcher Jay Jackson. Jay spent 17 years playing professional baseball. His journey took him from the minor leagues to Major League Baseball. He also played internationally in Japan, Mexico and Venezuela. Today, Jay is focused on the next generation. His mission is to help young athletes build confidence, character and mental toughness. That mission became the Smile Zone. More Than Baseball: Building Life, Mindset & Legacy Jay believes sports should help build more than statistics. They should help build people. The Smile Zone focuses on life, mindset and legacy. It gives young athletes tools they can use on the field and in everyday life. Jay created the word SMILE as an acronym: Start Making Intentional Life Efforts. That simple message is at the center of his work. Jay wants athletes to enjoy their journey. He also wants them to understand that failure is part of growth. Jay Jackson's MLB Journey Jay was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in 2008. He spent eight years working through the minor leagues. In 2015, he made his MLB debut with the San Diego Padres. His professional career took him across the baseball world. He played for organizations such as the Milwaukee Brewers, San Francisco Giants, Atlanta Braves, Toronto Blue Jays and Minnesota Twins. He also spent three seasons playing baseball in Japan with the Hiroshima Carp. His team won three straight Central League championships. Jay says his time in Japan taught him valuable lessons about baseball, respect, teamwork and community. Mental Toughness On & Off the Field Jay's career was not always easy. He dealt with injuries and setbacks. He also faced the pressure that comes with professional baseball. Those experiences shaped his mindset. Jay explains how he learned to treat difficult moments as speed bumps. A speed bump can slow you down. It does not have to stop your journey. That idea is a major part of the Smile Zone philosophy. Young athletes face their own challenges. They deal with pressure from parents, coaches, teammates and social media. They also compare themselves to other players. Jay believes athletes need more than physical training. They need support and confidence. They need people who can help them handle failure. Most importantly, they need to remember why they love the game. From the Big Leagues to the Next Generation Jay has faced some of baseball's biggest stars. During his career, he faced Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge. He even shares the story behind a memorable Aaron Judge home run. Judge recognized that Jay was tipping his pitches. He used that information during the at-bat and hit a home run. Jay also talks about some of the toughest hitters he faced. These stories give listeners a unique look inside professional baseball. But the biggest lesson is not about facing great hitters. It is about learning from every experience. Mentoring the Next Generation After retiring from professional baseball in 2025, Jay began building the next chapter of his career. He created the Smile Zone to help young athletes become better people and better players. The program combines mindset development, mentorship and athletic development. Jay wants athletes to understand who they are. He wants them to learn how to handle adversity. He also wants them to develop the confidence to pursue their goals. The Smile Zone is designed to support athletes, parents and coaches. Jay's vision goes far beyond one team or one city. He hopes to build Smile Zone communities and academies around the world. Building Character That Lasts One of the biggest themes in this episode is character. Jay believes character matters just as much as talent. It can also make a difference when athletes are trying to reach the next level. Talent may get someone's attention. Character can help determine what happens next. That is why Jay wants young athletes to develop both sides of their game. The goal is not simply to create better baseball players. The goal is to create better people. A Positive Mindset Changes the Journey Jay and Coach Aaron talk about how often athletes fail in baseball. Failure is part of the game. Even professional players fail. The difference is learning how to respond. A positive mindset does not mean pretending everything is easy. It means finding a way forward when things get difficult. That is the heart of the Smile Zone. Jay wants young athletes to smile through the journey. He wants them to enjoy the game. He wants them to learn from setbacks instead of allowing setbacks to define them. From the big leagues to the next generation, Jay Jackson is using his experiences to make a difference. His message is simple: Be better on the field by becoming better off the field. This episode of the Slide Podcast is a conversation about baseball, life, mindset, resilience, mentorship and legacy. It is about more than baseball. And, of course, Coach Aaron and Mic Check Mariah could not let Jay leave without asking the toughest question of the night: Bottom of the ninth. Two outs. Bases loaded. What's your walk-up song? Listen to Season 5, Episode 24 to hear Jay's answer.
Chris McMonigle and Emmanuel Berbari analyze the New York Yankees' strategy heading into a crucial series against the Boston Red Sox. They evaluate Anthony Volpe's recent defensive struggles, the thinning bullpen depth, and the high-stakes outlook for Aaron Judge's return to the lineup. 01:07 - Intro with Big Mac 05:40 - Infield Defensive Issues 10:26 - Bullpen Management Talk 17:50 - Jazz Chisholm Jr. Impact 24:22 - Aaron Judge Return Status
Eugenio Suarez is available, and the Yankees have a chance to add the power bat Shaun Morash has wanted for years. Evan and Shaun debate why Suarez makes more sense than Amed Rosario and how he could become a dangerous October weapon off the bench. Plus, Aaron Judge's looming return creates major lineup decisions, while George Lombard Jr.'s five-error skid sparks an uncomfortable shortstop debate.
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Jacob deGrom is either hurt or old (3:20). ... Gavin Williams took a big step back (10:38). ... Paul Skenes finally turned in a strong start (19:20)! ... George Kirby bounced back in a big way (23:45). ... Welcome back, Tyler Glasnow (28:19)! ... News (30:45): Aaron Judge is getting closer. ... Luis Robert is having a nice August (39:43). ... Aaron Nola or Clay Holmes (49:47)? ... Hold or drop these pitchers (57:40)? ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpens and streamers (1:05:39).Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballTodaySign up for the newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters
Brian Burns is buying into the new-look Giants, calling the combination of talent and John Harbaugh a “dream come true” and insisting the team feels ready to finally start fast. Burns opens up about Harbaugh's demanding camp, Deonte Banks' turnaround, the new defense and why Giants fans should feel confident. Isaiah Likely also joins the show to explain why he chose New York, what stands out about Jaxson Dart and how Harbaugh's culture is already taking hold. Shaun Morash is in for Tiki Barber alongside Evan Roberts as they debate what Odell Beckham Jr. can realistically provide in his Giants reunion and whether nostalgia is inflating expectations. Plus, Aaron Judge's possible September 8 return gains steam, and the Yankees' decision to keep Gerrit Cole out of the upcoming Red Sox series draws scrutiny.
Aaron Judge's return is starting to feel real, with September 8 emerging as the date gaining serious momentum. Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash weigh whether Judge could skip a rehab assignment, return immediately as the Yankees' DH and give the lineup a massive September boost.