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Shaun Morash says he believes more than ever that Juan Soto misses the Yankees based on what he saw at the All-Star Game. Plus, John Franco joined Jerry Recco and discussed the toughest hitters he ever faced, and Morash and Tiki debate if A.J. Ewing can surpass Patrick Ewing to become the greatest Ewing in New York sports history.
Shaun Morash says he believes more than ever that Juan Soto misses the Yankees based on what he saw at the All-Star Game. Plus, John Franco joined Jerry Recco and discussed the toughest hitters he ever faced, and Morash and Tiki debate if A.J. Ewing can surpass Patrick Ewing to become the greatest Ewing in New York sports history.
John Franco joins Jerry Recco to fill in as the two analyze the Yankees and Mets at the halfway point of the season. Plus, Gio returns with Jerry and discuss potential trade deadline moves for the Mets and how a lockout could impact decision-making; Jerry ponders a Franciso Lindor trade to the Yankees; Gio on a ‘boring' the MLB All-Star Game; the guys listen to sound from David Ortiz praising Ben Rice and the Home Run Derby.
Shaun Morash says he believes more than ever that Juan Soto misses the Yankees based on what he saw at the All-Star Game. Plus, John Franco joined Jerry Recco and discussed the toughest hitters he ever faced, and Morash and Tiki debate if A.J. Ewing can surpass Patrick Ewing to become the greatest Ewing in New York sports history.
We started the hour with Jerry asking John Franco who the toughest hitters he faced in his career.
We talked about baseball fights & Darryl Strawberry came up. We also touched on the time John Franco got thrown out of John Franco Day for fighting.
We did a lot of talking today so this whole segment was for you folks to call up, ask questions and talk to John.
We start the hour taking calls for John Franco, beginning with a question about the Ray Knight vs. Eric Davis fight. Before C-Lo's final update, Jerry asks Franco if there will be a lockout next season—which he doesn't think will happen—right before Franco joins a long list of broadcasters with a "Chazz Chisholm" mis-speak. Next, we talk about a video of a bison throwing an old man who looks like Eddie Scozzare into the air and hear audio of a woman yelling at a grizzly bear. Finally, the Moment of the Day delivers an “Oh my God” montage before we take more calls for John Franco in the final segment of the show.
We talk baseball fights and Daryl Strawberry, with John Franco sharing his happiness that Strawberry turned his life around and is helping Lenny Dykstra, before Franco details getting thrown out of "John Franco Day" for fighting. Next, C-Lo updates us on Cam Schlittler sitting out the All-Star Game, followed by Evan Roberts' take on the Mets giving fans "one final kick in the balls" before the break. Finally, Kevin Burkhardt from Fox joins the show to talk about the MLB All-Star Game.
Jerry starts by asking John Franco about the toughest hitters he faced and the team's best fighters, before shifting to Conor McGregor's brief fight and the money people wasted on it. Next, the room discusses events that were a complete waste of cash, highlighting Al's 1992 Jets/Colts game. Then, C-Lo updates us with the sounds of another Yankees victory, Aaron Boone discussing four straight wins heading into the break, and the Mets losing in extra innings after holding a 2-0 lead in the ninth. Finally, we hear Rory yelling about being bad at golf before Jerry quizzes Al on 1980s Reds players.
Jerry and John Franco are in for Boomer & Gio today, starting with where the Mets and Yankees stand at the All-Star break halfway mark and why guys get hurt more now than in the 1980s. Next, C-Lo brings his first update featuring the sound of Ben Rice's game-winning triple, followed by word that Cam Schlittler will not pitch in the All-Star Game due to rest days. Then, we break down how the Mets led the Red Sox 2-0 in the ninth before a Lindor error and a Devin Williams blown save led to a loss and a sweep, featuring comments from both players. Finally, Ben Rice hits tonight's HR Derby under the ultimate pressure: his dad is pitching to him.
Jerry and John Franco fill in for Boomer & Gio to break down the Mets and Yankees at the All-Star break, player injuries, and the Mets' ninth-inning collapse ahead of Ben Rice's Home Run Derby tonight. Next, Franco talks tough hitters and team brawls, the crew debates wasted money on the McGregor fight, and C-Lo updates on a Yankees win and Rory McIlroy's golf struggles. The baseball fight talk continues with Darryl Strawberry and Franco getting ejected on "John Franco Day" before Kevin Burkhardt joins to preview the All-Star Game. Finally, Franco fields caller questions on classic brawls and potential lockouts, overcomes a "Chazz Chisholm" slip-up, and wraps up the show with wild animal videos and an "Oh my God" Moment of the Day.
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Another breakfast delivery mix-up with C-Lo kicks things off, followed by Boomer claiming the Knicks are still "living it up" and a look at ubiquitous NY athletes like John Franco and Sean Landetta. Then, C-Lo updates us on the Yankees getting swept in Boston and the Mets losing their series to the Phillies after Kyle Schwarber's 30th home run. Finally, we hear the Mike Puma questions to David Stearns that annoyed WFAN's Mike Fliegelman, before Gio wonders if Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are really getting married at MSG this weekend.
The Tunnel to Towers Foundation has produced an amazing film - documenting the aftermath of the September 11th attacks, 25 years later, and how the Mets and Yankees helped heal New York. The foundation has given The Terry Collins Show permission to air the film in its entirety, which we proudly present here on our YouTube Channel. Mets participants featured in the film include: Terry Collins, Mike Piazza, Al Leiter, John Franco, Todd Zeile, Robin Ventura, Bobby Valentine, Howie Rose, Jay Horwitz, Steve Phillips and Sue Lucchi. Yankee Participants include: Joe Torre, Paul O'Neill, Roger Clemens, Scott Brosius, Lee Mazzilli, Brian Cashman, Suzyn Waldman. Other participants include former Braves Players Brian Jordan and Steve Karsay, and others who will "Never Forget". The film discusses the Tunnel to Towers origin and mission and features founder/CEO Frank Siller, and Stephen SIller Jr., the son of fallen FDNY firefighter and 9/11 hero Stephen Siller, who lost his life saving others that morning. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation was formed in his honor. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel or watch any of our episodes here: / @theterrycollinsshow Subscribe to the Terry Collins show on your favorite podcast platform Follow The Terry Collins Show: X: https://x.com/TerryCollins_10 Instagram: / terrycollins_10 Facebook: / theterrycollinsshow Follow John Arezzi on X: https://x.com/johnarezzi Follow John Arezzi on Instagram: / 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
Jay Horwitz talks with Mets/St Johns Alumni John Franco, CJ Nitkowski and Frank Viola about the big things happening with St. Johns baseball program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to Season 3 Episode 8 of the Terry Collins Show! Mets Hall of Famer , former captain, and all time saves leader John Franco gives analysis on the Mets possible turnaround, fueled by the influx of the "baby Mets". Franco and his daughter Ella join the panel with Newsday's Laura Albanese and SNY/TSN analyst Liz Benn. Terry Collins talks about being hired by the Mets and his tenure with the team. And TC is featured on a brand new "Never Forget", Tunnel to Towers Story. Coach's Collectibles NY has a new offer with signed items signed by all 4 previous Mets Captains (Keith Hernandez, Gary Carter, John Franco and David Wright). Check out some AMAZIN Mets Memorabilia from our friends at Coachs Collectibles here: https://coachscollectiblesny.com/ 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
Mets Hall of Famer , former captain, and all time saves leader John Franco gives analysis on the Mets possible turnaround, fueled by the influx of the "baby Mets". Franco and his daughter Ella join the panel with Newsday's Laura Albanese and SNY/TSN analyst Liz Benn. 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/ Coach's Collectibles NY has a new offer with signed items signed by all 4 previous Mets Captains (Keith Hernandez, Gary Carter, John Franco and David Wright). 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
The Subway Series starts tonight as the Mets come in after sweeping the Tigers and the limping Yankees start Cam Schlittler, bringing in some terrible calls. We hit on our earlier conversations with Mariano Rivera, explain why "horse guy" has no Preakness pick, and check in with Larry from Indiana ahead of next Friday's kickoff to summer. Finally, in place of C-Lo's final update, John Franco joins us live at the MLB store to talk about his terrible first pitch at Citi Field after total shoulder replacement and the energy the young guys on the Mets are bringing.
We first asked him about his terrible first pitch the other day at Citi-Field. He just had total shoulder replacement. We talked about the young guys on the Mets and the energy they bring.
The Subway Series kicks off tonight as the Mets come in sweeping the Tigers while the limping Yankees are 1-5 in their last six, prompting Boomer to suggest pitching around Aaron Judge. We are joined live by Yankees great Mariano Rivera, as well as Mets legend John Franco, who opens up about his recent terrible first pitch and the energy of the young Mets. Plus, we break down the new NFL schedule, diving into the Jets' zero primetime games and Brian Daboll's Titans visiting the Giants in Week 3. Finally, we talk NBA with Knicks next-series scenarios, Clyde Frazier's thoughts on the postseason, and Spike Eskin calling Knicks fans "clout-chasing dirtbags."
James Harden turned back the clock as the Cavaliers took a 3-2 series lead over the Pistons. OG Anunoby practiced with the Knicks. Max Fried downplayed his elbow soreness, Jerry covered John Franco's post-surgery first pitch alongside Carson Benge's walk-off Mets win. We recapped the Orioles' 7-0 shutout of the Yankees, revisited Fried's injury comments, heard Mike Breen's call of the Cavs' OT victory, and celebrated Matthew Schaefer's surprise Rookie of the Year award on Good Morning America.
Welcome to Season 3 Episode 6 of the Terry Collins Show! Another jam packed show! Making her Terry Collins Show debut, we welcome former Mets Director of Baseball Operations, Liz Benn (now a SNY Baseball Night in NY analyst). Liz joins our top insider, Newsday's Mets Beat Writer and SNY Analyst Laura Albanese to assess all things Mets during this first week of May. Terry Collins has a great Talkin with TC with the man who umpired more games than anyone in history, Joe West. TC discusses West's storied career and gets his thoughts on all the changes in MLB, including ABS! Plus TC rips open some vintage 2015 baseball card packs with one of his youngest fans! In a "Never Forget" segment Mets Hall of Famer John Franco tells his 9/11/2001 story. Coach's Collectibles NY rolls out some new autographed baseball card offers offers from the 1986 World Champion Mets, from the "Once Upon A Time In Queens" documentary. Check out some AMAZIN Mets Memorabilia from our friends at Coachs Collectibles here: https://coachscollectiblesny.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel or watch any of our episodes here: / @theterrycollinsshow Subscribe to the Terry Collins show on your favorite podcast platform. Follow The Terry Collins Show: X: https://x.com/TerryCollins_10 Instagram: / terrycollins_10 Facebook: / theterrycollinsshow Follow John Arezzi on X: https://x.com/johnarezzi Follow John Arezzi on Instagram: https://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/ 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
Who hit the go ahead homerun in Game 7 of the 2025 World Series? Play. Share. Listen, with the former captain of the New York Mets, John Franco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle kick things off with a hilarious and brutally honest rant on The Masters, why it's “boring,” unrelatable, and not worth a beautiful spring day Then the conversation shifts to youth baseball, where Craig unloads on over-the-top Little League parents, bad coaching decisions, and why kids are quitting the game earlier than ever. From coach pitch debates to legendary stories involving John Franco, this segment is packed with laughs and real talk.
After the terror attacks of September 11th, 2001, New York was searching for hope. Just days later, with smoke still rising from Ground Zero, Major League Baseball resumed its season. Former New York Mets relief pitcher John Franco recently joined FOX News Rundown host Chris Foster to discuss how America's pastime helped the nation recover in the days and weeks after 9/11. He also shared how he has continued to honor first responders since that day and discussed the new FOX Nation documentary, “Never Forget: How Baseball Helped New York Heal.” Franco also talked a little baseball and weighed in on some of the rule changes the sport has made recently. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with former New York Mets legend John Franco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After the terror attacks of September 11th, 2001, New York was searching for hope. Just days later, with smoke still rising from Ground Zero, Major League Baseball resumed its season. Former New York Mets relief pitcher John Franco recently joined FOX News Rundown host Chris Foster to discuss how America's pastime helped the nation recover in the days and weeks after 9/11. He also shared how he has continued to honor first responders since that day and discussed the new FOX Nation documentary, “Never Forget: How Baseball Helped New York Heal.” Franco also talked a little baseball and weighed in on some of the rule changes the sport has made recently. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with former New York Mets legend John Franco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After the terror attacks of September 11th, 2001, New York was searching for hope. Just days later, with smoke still rising from Ground Zero, Major League Baseball resumed its season. Former New York Mets relief pitcher John Franco recently joined FOX News Rundown host Chris Foster to discuss how America's pastime helped the nation recover in the days and weeks after 9/11. He also shared how he has continued to honor first responders since that day and discussed the new FOX Nation documentary, “Never Forget: How Baseball Helped New York Heal.” Franco also talked a little baseball and weighed in on some of the rule changes the sport has made recently. We often have to cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with former New York Mets legend John Franco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
As the Easter travel season kicks off, many Americans are finding themselves stuck in long airport lines while Congress has departed for a two-week recess. The Department of Homeland Security remains caught in a funding standoff that has left TSA agents working without pay for over 40 days. Florida Republican Congressman Mike Haridopolos joins the Rundown to explain why he is requesting his own pay be withheld in solidarity with these workers and breaks down the House plan to fully fund DHS while policy debates continue. Plus, he previews a historic week for the Space Coast with the Artemis II mission, and the effort to put the U.S. back on the moon. After the terror attacks of September 11th, 2001, New York was searching for hope. Just days later, with smoke still rising from Ground Zero, Major League Baseball resumed its season. Former New York Mets relief pitcher John Franco joins the Rundown to discuss how nine innings and the crack of a bat became the heartbeat of a recovering city. He also shares how he has continued to honor first responders since 9/11 and discusses the new FOX Nation documentary, “Never Forget: How Baseball Helped New York Heal.” Plus, commentary by Joe Concha, FOX News contributor PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
As the Easter travel season kicks off, many Americans are finding themselves stuck in long airport lines while Congress has departed for a two-week recess. The Department of Homeland Security remains caught in a funding standoff that has left TSA agents working without pay for over 40 days. Florida Republican Congressman Mike Haridopolos joins the Rundown to explain why he is requesting his own pay be withheld in solidarity with these workers and breaks down the House plan to fully fund DHS while policy debates continue. Plus, he previews a historic week for the Space Coast with the Artemis II mission, and the effort to put the U.S. back on the moon. After the terror attacks of September 11th, 2001, New York was searching for hope. Just days later, with smoke still rising from Ground Zero, Major League Baseball resumed its season. Former New York Mets relief pitcher John Franco joins the Rundown to discuss how nine innings and the crack of a bat became the heartbeat of a recovering city. He also shares how he has continued to honor first responders since 9/11 and discusses the new FOX Nation documentary, “Never Forget: How Baseball Helped New York Heal.” Plus, commentary by Joe Concha, FOX News contributor PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
As the Easter travel season kicks off, many Americans are finding themselves stuck in long airport lines while Congress has departed for a two-week recess. The Department of Homeland Security remains caught in a funding standoff that has left TSA agents working without pay for over 40 days. Florida Republican Congressman Mike Haridopolos joins the Rundown to explain why he is requesting his own pay be withheld in solidarity with these workers and breaks down the House plan to fully fund DHS while policy debates continue. Plus, he previews a historic week for the Space Coast with the Artemis II mission, and the effort to put the U.S. back on the moon. After the terror attacks of September 11th, 2001, New York was searching for hope. Just days later, with smoke still rising from Ground Zero, Major League Baseball resumed its season. Former New York Mets relief pitcher John Franco joins the Rundown to discuss how nine innings and the crack of a bat became the heartbeat of a recovering city. He also shares how he has continued to honor first responders since 9/11 and discusses the new FOX Nation documentary, “Never Forget: How Baseball Helped New York Heal.” Plus, commentary by Joe Concha, FOX News contributor PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
“Play Ball! John Franco on the new FOX Nation documentary “Never Forget: How Baseball Helped New York Heal” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this Thursday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid covers Red Apple Media Owner & Operator John Catsimatidis meeting at City Hall yesterday with Mayor Zohran Mamdani; President Donald Trump predicting yesterday that his party will have larger congressional majorities after November's midterm elections, even as political warning signs that have privately worried some Republicans for months are starting to flash red; and the New York Mets getting ready to open their regular season this afternoon at home against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bill O'Reilly, David Carr, John Catsimatidis, John Franco, Marc Beckman & Mike Lawler join Sid on this Friday-eve installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former New York Met John Franco joins Sid to preview the 2026 Mets regular season ahead of Opening Day this afternoon from Citi Field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Evan and Tiki dig into the archives to fact-check Steve Cohen: Has the Mets owner always been against naming a team captain, or did the locker room issues force his hand? The guys debate the "bastardization" of the captaincy in MLB, leading to a heated argument about John Franco's tenure wearing the "C." Later, they decode Cohen's "good boy" comments regarding a potential MLB salary cap and why Evan is convinced the owner is just playing nice with the league. Plus, a look at the available free-agent quarterbacks for the Jets—is Derek Carr the stabilizer they need?—and Evan prepares to pressure Carlos Mendoza on batting Juan Soto leadoff.
In this episode of Sports the NEMO Way we bring the best Mets to the table for discussion. After the ending to this disappointing season by the Mets which had them looking like kings at the beginning of the season to them looking like they had a little too much to drink, stumbling out of the club trying to find a uber to get to their ex-girlfriends house who don't want nothing to do with them. So with that said lets pump up the fan base and show them some love with the all time great players that they used to have, and can be happy about. Get ready for this awesome Mets episode, and see if Brock can make some head way and get back on top in trivia. Have a great day and we'll see you all next week... Peace.
John Franco and Matt Harvey were spotted behind home plate—no Yankees gear, which Gio says would have rubbed him the wrong way—and he wonders if Eddie hates the Yanks more than he loves the Mets. A caller questions baserunners' “oven mitts,” and a woman shares her failed attempt to hug Matt Martin. Jerry brings the sounds of Austin Wells' clutch single and Ben Rice's first-inning homer, while Mookie Betts shines as the Dodgers advance. The hour wraps with Jayden Daniels gloating over the Mets missing the playoffs, Shedeur Sanders miming in response to Rex Ryan, and Gio speculating if any team would pick him up if released.
John Franco was spotted behind home plate last night with Matt Harvey—neither rocking Yankees gear, which Gio says would have rubbed him the wrong way. Gio can't help but wonder: does Eddie hate the Yankees more than he loves the Mets?
It's Alumni Weekend in Queens and ahead of tomorrow's Mets Alumni Classic John Franco met with Pat McCarthy to discuss the game, the return of Jacob deGrom to the Citi Field mound along with his and a few other '01 players annual firehouse trip to honor the victims of the September 11th attacks.
Former Met (and now longtime baseball exec) Jerry Dipoto sits down to riff on a jaw-dropping slate of Mets memories: a notorious 1995 St. Lucie prank, two years riding with John Franco, Todd Hundley's record run, the San Diego outfield collision, Derek Bell's clubhouse quirks, and Roger Clemens vs. Mike Piazza. He also reflects on staying loyal to his roots, early hires, fantasy-football GM days in the old Jets locker room, and growing up a Tom Seaver diehard.Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 – Cold open: “Would you stop playing?” + spring-training chaos setup. 01:02 – St. Lucie '95 prank: stretcher, birds on the chest, and scissors (yes, really). 02:48 – Life with John Franco: bullpen bond, 1,000+ games and Hall case. 03:58 – Prank wars: hotel “horse head,” ketchup, rats in the work bag, cut ties. 05:18 – The missing earrings saga (Mike “Hammond”), and a San Diego Beltrán collision recollection. 06:32 – 25 years as an exec: “Never forgot your roots,” early hires & loyalty. 10:05 – Growing up a Mets fan: Seaver jersey at home. 11:02 – Beefing up offense; quick notes on adding bats and young starters. 12:25 – Teammate shoutouts; “He hit .357 one year.” Hundley's record season memories. 13:32 – Vance racks 200+ hits; late-season Bobby V memories. 15:04 – Reyes/Ordoñez/Fonzie era beginnings; opening-day recall. 17:03 – The first “fantasy-football GM”: stat packs in the Jets locker room. 21:28 – “We built by trades”: how philosophy formed. 21:36 – 1991 pack rip: Sandberg sighting and clubhouse card-talk. 24:02 – Derek Bell's rotating jerseys & “Operation… everything.” 25:58 – Roger Clemens vs. Piazza: bat/ball, All-Star signs drama. 26:30 – Wrap: “Great friend, great memories.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With Terry Collins traveling our call to the bullpen was made and former Mets Captain, and Mets Hall of Famer John Franco steps in and brings on his daughter Ella (Mets influencer on TikTok and X) to share her hilarious videos of her dad, and talk baseball with Newsday Mets Beatwriter, and SNY's Baseball Night in NY analyst - Laura Albanese. Plus - the music video of David Wright's Citi Field celebration with behind the scenes footage. A wonderful tribute to the Mets Hall of Famer, with music provided by the Layup Band and their new single "Best One Yet". Tunnel to Towers provides stories of inspiration with John Franco and Sylvester Stallone. Watch the entire episode which includes the music video of David Wright's HOF induction and number retirement ceremony here: https://youtu.be/FV10VvnOk9E Subscribe to the Terry Collins show on your favorite podcast platform. Like and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: / @theterrycollinsshow Follow The Terry Collins Show: X: https://x.com/TerryCollins_10 Instagram: / terrycollins_10 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Follow John Arezzi on X: https://x.com/johnarezzi Follow John Arezzi on Instagram: / 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/ 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
In a lively chat at Citi Field, Sal Licata and Mets legend John Franco dive into everything from modern-day pitching woes (and "dry humps") to Franco's unforgettable encounters with baseball greats like Dave Parker and Barry Bonds, all while sharing humorous anecdotes and offering their candid takes on the struggling Mets and the eternal allure of the Subway Series.
John Franco went to 4 All Star games, was the MLB saves leader 3x, and was Reliever of the Year 2x in his iconic 22-year career. A New Yorker to the core, he went to the same HS in Brooklyn as Sandy Kofax, played college ball at St John's with Frank Viola, and then Captained the Mets (a rarity for a pitcher). When he retired, he was 2nd all-time in saves (he is still 7th), and no lefty has saved more games. Great stories from a pitching legend.
Jerry starts with the sounds of the Knicks beating the Celtics. Knicks fans shut down seventh avenue and even the FDNY got involved turning on the sirens. After the game, Jalen Brunson said there's nothing to celebrate yet. Gio and Jerry know the series is over but Boomer isn't saying that just yet. Gio thinks John Franco is training Matt Harvey to go to every single sporting event in NY.
The Knicks head to Boston for Game 5 without injured Tatum. Caller questions Wally Szczerbiak's potential Botox use. Jerry's update includes Knicks-Celtics sounds; Knicks fans celebrated on Seventh Avenue. Brunson says there's "nothing to celebrate yet," but Gio and Jerry believe the series is over, though Boomer isn't declaring it. Gio jokes about John Franco training Matt Harvey to attend NY sports events. The T-Wolves are up 3-1 on the Warriors. The Yankees beat the Mariners (Volpe HR), but Cabrera suffered a serious ankle injury. The Mets beat the Pirates on Alonso's sac fly; Peterson praised the crowds. NFL announced primetime games; Boomer says Giants have toughest schedule, Jets easiest.
Hour 1 Knicks up 3-1 on Celtics after Tatum's apparent Achilles injury. Pacers nearing a win over the Cavs. Gio declares the Knicks-Celtics series over. Jerry's update includes Knicks-Celtics sounds and Thibs' post-game comments, as well as Tatum's injury sound. T-Wolves lead Warriors 3-1. The Mavericks won the NBA draft lottery. The Yankees' Cabrera injured his ankle. Boomer noted Dave Sims sounded rested. The Mets beat the Pirates on Alonso's sac fly. Pablo Torre questions how Daily Mail got Belichick's Ring cam footage and expresses family concern. Boomer wants Ewing in a suite. Caller disagrees with Gio's "series over" declaration. Hour 2 The Knicks head to Boston for Game 5 without injured Tatum. Caller questions Wally Szczerbiak's potential Botox use. Jerry's update includes Knicks-Celtics sounds; Knicks fans celebrated on Seventh Avenue. Brunson says there's "nothing to celebrate yet," but Gio and Jerry believe the series is over, though Boomer isn't declaring it. Gio jokes about John Franco training Matt Harvey to attend NY sports events. The T-Wolves are up 3-1 on the Warriors. The Yankees beat the Mariners (Volpe HR), but Cabrera suffered a serious ankle injury. The Mets beat the Pirates on Alonso's sac fly; Peterson praised the crowds. NFL announced primetime games; Boomer says Giants have toughest schedule, Jets easiest. Hour 3 Despite being underdogs, the Knicks are one win away from beating the Celtics, who are now without the injured Tatum. The Pacers are also on the verge of eliminating the Cavaliers. The Porzingis injury is also impacting Boston. Jerry's update includes Bill Simmons doubting Brunson's scoring. T-Wolves lead Warriors 3-1. Yankees beat Mariners (Grisham hit 2 HRs); Cabrera's ankle injury update. Kiner-Falefa met Ralph Kiner's son (they're related) and then homered. The show discussed celebrities at Knicks games, questioning if Fat Joe was present due to his perceived bad luck; a caller confirmed he wasn't. There's evidence suggesting Fat Joe brings bad luck to NY teams. Hour 4 The NFL is releasing scheduled games, including the Jets vs. Broncos in London (Oct 12) and the Vikings playing consecutive international games in Dublin and London. The show discussed these announcements, the "Fat Joe curse" (Boomer urged self-awareness), and early NYC speeding before congestion pricing. Jerry's update covered Jalen Brunson's bounceback, the T-Wolves leading the Warriors 3-1, Oswaldo Cabrera's ankle injury, and the Mets' win over the Pirates. They also discussed Isiah Kiner-Falefa's connection to Ralph Kiner (hearing from Ralph's son) and Dave Sims' "Penis!" Moment of the Day. Finally, they talked about the Mavericks winning the NBA lottery (likely for Cooper Flagg) and Al & Jerry's bet on Bill Belichick coaching at UNC.
On this episode Terry Collins goes to the bullpen and brings in NY Mets Hall of Famer and former team Captain John Franco for guest hosting duties! John, co-host John Arezzi and Laura Albanese catch up on all things Mets, including their hot start, and are they taxing the bullpen this early in the season? On a fun segment - we bring on two sisters, die-hard NY Mets fans ,who actually called the walk off Homer that Francisco Lindor hit on April 18 - and subsequent video went viral! A video watch along of that crazy moment in real time - where the ball actually landed in their section in right field! We debut for John Franco his 2 minute story on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation shot at the World Trade Center and Ladder Company 10. Like and Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTerryCollinsShow Follow Terry Collins on X: https://x.com/TerryCollins_10 Follow Terry Collins on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrycollins_10/ 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/ Host: Terry Collins Co-Host: John Arezzi Creative Director: Marsh Researcher - Dominic DiBiase Executive Producer: John Arezzi Copyright 2025: The Terry Collins Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jay Horwitz as he sits down with beloved Mets figure Tony Carullo for a heartwarming, hilarious, and history-packed episode of Amazing Conversations. With over 50 years of service, Tony has seen it all — from clubhouse pranks to World Series wins, iconic players, unforgettable moments, and now... a clubhouse named in his honor. Tony shares stories from his early days as a ball boy in 1969, the evolution of the game, what it was like behind the scenes during the 1986 World Series, and his bond with legends like Chipper Jones, David Wright, Terry Collins, John Franco, and more. #Mets #NewYorkMets #TonyCarullo #JayHorwitz #MetsPodcast #MLB #BaseballHistory #DavidWright #ChipperJones #TerryCollins #JohnFranco #MetsClubhouse #BaseballLegends #MetsHallOfFame #MLBPodcast #MetsNation #MetsFans
Best on-air interviews of the week from Boomer and Gio, BT and Sal, and Evan and Tiki. Highlights included St. John's head coach Rick Pitino talking "Red Storm Rising," John Franco in studio talking all things Mets, CP The Fanchise previewing the second half of the season for the Knicks, and Carlos Mendoza talking all things Mets with Evan and Tiki.
Best on-air interviews of the week from Boomer and Gio, BT and Sal, and Evan and Tiki. Highlights included St. John's head coach Rick Pitino talking "Red Storm Rising," John Franco in studio talking all things Mets, CP The Fanchise previewing the second half of the season for the Knicks, and Carlos Mendoza talking all things Mets with Evan and Tiki.
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