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This week's Yankee highlights include all of the reaction to Trent Grisham accepting the qualifying offer to return to the Bronx. Boomer doesn't see the big deal, and Sal says it shouldn't impact the team's spending this winter. But BT believes this could be the start of an awful Yankees offseason, and C-Mac says the heat is now on Hal Steinbrenner to spend.
This week's Mets highlights dive into some blockbuster hypothetical trades, including one that would send Francisco Lindor to the Yankees and another that brings Tarik Skubal to Queens. Plus, Sal Licata has heard a Pete Alonso return is unlikely, while Evan Roberts says Alonso HAS to be re-signed.
Boomer and Gio react to the Giants players' reactions to Cam Skattebo's controversial WWE appearance. Plus, MLB offseason discussion around Trent Grisham and Pete Alonso; Drake Maye vs. First Take; a Mets teammate dishes on Brandon Nimmo; Gio on the lack of excitement of the NBA regular season; the guys make their Week 12 NFL picks, and an interview with The Costco Guys.
This week's Yankee highlights include all of the reaction to Trent Grisham accepting the qualifying offer to return to the Bronx. Boomer doesn't see the big deal, and Sal says it shouldn't impact the team's spending this winter. But BT believes this could be the start of an awful Yankees offseason, and C-Mac says the heat is now on Hal Steinbrenner to spend.
This week's Mets highlights dive into some blockbuster hypothetical trades, including one that would send Francisco Lindor to the Yankees and another that brings Tarik Skubal to Queens. Plus, Sal Licata has heard a Pete Alonso return is unlikely, while Evan Roberts says Alonso HAS to be re-signed.
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Should the Yankees explore Fernando Tatis Jr's availability? Buster Olney says it would be a great idea for the Yankees to try and acquire Fernando Tatis Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Athletic's Fred Katz says the NBA players overwhelmingly vote in a poll against giving up pay to have fewer games. What will the Yankees do this off season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Brian Cashman annual sleep out event brought some answers about the Yankees outfield plan
Did Brian Cashman not know how to say a word everyone else can say perfectly fine?
From 'NYYST' (subscribe here): With Trent Grisham returning on a one year deal and the Yankees reported interest in reuniting with Devin Williams, is their offseason plan really to run it back with a healthy Gerrit Cole next season? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(0:53) — FAIR OR FOUL: JJ discusses the hottest topics around the Jets, Giants, Mets, Yankees, and Knicks. (17:21) — CALLS: Callers talk Yankees, Knicks, and Giants. (31:43) — OLD SCHOOL VS. NEW SCHOOL: JJ and Joe B are back to make their picks for NFL Week 12 in Old School vs. New School. (54:32) — ART DICESARE: Handicapper Art DiCesare grades Joe and JJ's picks, gives his best tease, and gives the plays to avoid in Week 12. (65:57) — JASON KATZ: Our fantasy guru returns to give his best options to start and sit for Week 12. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the listener line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/john_jastremski. Follow NYNY on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nynytheringer/ Host: John Jastremski Guests: Art DiCesare, Joe Benigno, and Jason Katz Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Every MLB offseason there seems to be a new Japanese baseball sensation set to take Major League Baseball by storm. With the arrivals of Roki Sasaki and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, teams are hoping to find similar superstars across the globe to help bolster their chances of bringing home a championship.On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman are joined by Japanese baseball expert Yuri Karasawa as they discuss Munetaka Murakami, Tatsuya Imai and Kazuma Okamoto all being posted this offseason. Will their games translate to MLB and which players could end up where? These questions and more are answered in this must-listen conversation.Later, Jake and Jordan talk about the four qualifying offers that were accepted this week and why some of them were a bit questionable, including Trent Grisham returning to the Yankees and Shota Imanaga going back to the Chicago Cubs. The guys then close out the episode by making their weekly picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.5:36 – Yuri Karasawa joins the show12:29 – Munetaka Murakami breakdown25:57 – Get to know Kazuma Okamoto34:50 – What to expect from Tatsuya Imai45:20 – Yoshinobu Yamamoto's heroics55:19 – Around the League: QO surprises1:21:43 – The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:
With Trent Grisham returning on a one year deal and the Yankees reported interest in reuniting with Devin Williams, is their offseason plan really to run it back with a healthy Gerrit Cole next season? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Does Abdul Carter need to prove his detractors wrong on the field? Do you want to see the Jets win more games? Do the Yankees need to spend more money? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After nearly hitting .400, you'd think that George Brett would be an easy choice for AL MVP in 1980. And, while he'd snag the award 45 years ago this week, it was over some pretty hilarious objections by Yankees writers. Mike and Bill look back at Brett's incredible career that defined more than a decade of Royals baseball and come away with an incredible appreciation not just for his abilities, but his flair for the dramatic. Plus, happy birthday to Cristóbal Torriente and Everett Scott! And farewell to Phil Meeler and Marc Hill.
After the Yankees had Trent Grisham accept his qualifying offer, we now officially head into the 2025-26 free agency class. As of now, we have an idea for what the Yankees will do, but there are so many unknowns. Rob and Tyler talk about what their early hunches are for the Yankees and what some of the conversations have been. Subscribe so you can stick around for more content!
Reacting to Brian Cashman's comments, Grisham's return and offseason plans. Everyone wants the Yankees to spend, but on who?
From 'WFAN Daily' (subscribe here): Rumors are swirling of Corey Seager being put on the trade market. Can the Yankees swoop in to get one of the bets hitting shortstops in the league? If so, they will put themselves back into the "Evil Empire" tier! Follow @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BT & Sal ignite an explosive discussion starting with former Mets reliever Adam Ottavino's shocking podcast remarks, where he accused manager Carlos Mendoza of "pathetic" bullpen usage leading to a surgery crisis and called Brandon Nimmo "sensitive." The focus then shifts to the Giants, as Jaxson Dart is officially ruled out this weekend, forcing a debate on protecting the young QB from "idiotic" play-calling and whether interim coach Mike Kafka is a viable long-term option. On the baseball hot stove, the hosts clash over the Yankees' free agency targets—is Kyle Tucker or Cody Bellinger the better fit?—and furiously debate a potential trade for Corey Seager, with one host willing to risk the huge contract for his October pedigree and the other calling it a guaranteed "Stanton disaster." Finally, sports betting insider Nick Kostos joins to deliver his NFL Week 12 picks, including the Giants/Lions OVER, before BT, Sal, and Hoff unveil their "Perfect Parlay" bets.
BT and Sal open with frustration over Jaxson Dart missing another game due to concussion protocol, stalling the Giants' future watch. They pivot to baseball, dissecting the Yankees' pursuit of an outfielder (Steven Kwan vs. Cody Bellinger) and debating whether the Tigers are "absolute morons" for potentially holding onto ace Tarik Skubal despite his inevitable $400 million contract. They welcome sports betting insider Nick Kostos to discuss NFL Week 12. The trio savages the Bills' diminishing Super Bowl window and debates whether Josh Allen's massive contract is strangling the roster. Kostos delivers his favorite bet of the week—the OVER in the Giants/Lions game—and doubles down on his controversial pick that the Chiefs are the only team in the AFC capable of winning the Super Bowl. They wrap up by discussing potential Giants coaching candidates, including Sean McDermott and Cowboys OC Kellen Moore.
BT & Sal ignite a fiery debate over the hypothetical trade for Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager. Sal, prioritizing a World Series push, argues that even 100 games from a two-time World Series MVP is worth the risk, advocating for a potential move to third base to manage his recurring hamstring issues. However, Tierney is vehemently "not interested," likening the trade to acquiring a physically unreliable Giancarlo Stanton and expressing concern over Seager's significant contract and extensive injury history. They discuss whether sending prospects like Wells, Rice, and Volpe is too steep, and debate if the Yankees' biggest issue is relying on their underperforming young players or Brian Cashman's "risk-averse" philosophy.
BT and Sal tear into the Yankees' offseason plans, centered on GM Brian Cashman's recent comments about the outfield. The hosts call out Cashman's attempt to temper expectations by suggesting a "worst-case scenario" of relying on prospects Spencer Jones and Jasson Dominguez alongside Trent Grisham as "playing possum." They then debate the merits of the top two outfield free agents, Cody Bellinger and Kyle Tucker, with Sal expressing strong preference for Bellinger's versatility—but only for five or six years, fearing his market will explode to $170 million or more. The segment features BT and Sal's "Money Pit" contract guesses for Bellinger and Pete Alonso, along with a caller pushing for a trade for Bo Bichette. Finally, the show is briefly interrupted by breaking news: Jaxon Dart has not been cleared from concussion protocol, dramatically lowering Tierney's interest in the upcoming Giants game.
BT & Sal kick off the show by discussing Yankees GM Brian Cashman's annual Covenant House Sleep Out, an amazing charitable commitment to raise awareness for youth homelessness. While giving him immense credit for his decade-plus dedication, Sal wonders if Cashman is secretly dreading the night, comparing it to the physical struggle of Boomer's bike tour. The debate heats up with questions about the logistics of the sleepout: How much security is provided? Does he really sleep all night, or is it a "symbolic" few hours? And what does the GM do when nature calls? Ultimately, the hosts conclude that Cashman's long-standing commitment proves he's a true "scrapper" who doesn't tap out, even on a cold New York night.
BT & Sal dive into a fiery discussion covering coaching chaos and major league free agency. In football, they debate the next Giants Head Coach, agreeing that the organization needs "stability" and experienced leadership like Mike McCarthy or Sean McDermott, making the "unknown" risk of promoting Kafka or hiring an untested coordinator like Chris Shula unacceptable. On the diamond, the focus is on the Yankees' offseason priorities. They clash over whether to pursue Kyle Tucker or Cody Bellinger (Sal prefers Tucker, BT values Bellinger's versatility). The biggest debate centers on a potential trade for Corey Seager. BT is willing to take the chance on the two-time World Series MVP despite his injury history, believing his October prowess is worth the risk. Sal vehemently opposes the move, seeing Seager's recurring hamstring issues and massive $190M contract as a recipe for a "Stanton disaster" and proof the Yankees continue to chase players whose best years are behind them. They also scrutinize Cashman's comments on the outfield, calling his contingency plan "unacceptable."
It's a packed episode of the Rounding Third Baseball Podcast as Nick and Harrison go shopping for all 30 MLB teams and break down the biggest needs, holes, and realistic targets for every club heading into the offseason. Who needs pitching? Who needs bats? And who needs everything?We also dive into the latest MLB TV deal, what it means for teams and fans, and how it could reshape revenue and broadcast coverage across the league.Plus:⚾ Latest MLB news from around the league⚾ Offseason predictions and early storylines⚾ Yankees trivia to wrap up the show!If you love offseason talk, team-building strategy, and staying ahead of MLB storylines, this is the episode you don't want to miss.
(00:00-20:03) The DayQuil has kicked in. Joined by our old pal Iggy. Iggy trip to Chicago to see The Cure. Sittin' outside having a dart. The 16th annual Gobble Gowl this Saturday . Iggy only got nervous around Jenny Finch. Iggy's retirement from bowling. Some outstanding items up for auction and raffle at Gobble Bowl. What are the chances of a Bif & Show reunion. What's more impressive: a hole-in-one or bowling a perfect game?(20:11-27:31) Buffalo Bill and Tuck Tuck Goose. Jake Neighbours is back. Yankees fans aren't happy and fair warning the audio isn't great. All I got out of that was Steinbrenner. When all else fails, blame Ken.(27:41-39:57) A little treat for Doug. A texter wants the story of the Blues and Jack's Bar and Gloria. Little Big League is underrated. Runaround Sue. Over/Under 2.5 games left for Drink at Mizzou.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Keith, Rami, and the callers talked all things from old school video games, to favorite baseball memories and more. The Eagles / Cowboys game is the NFL's game of the week, Jalen Brunson is taking the game against the Mavs personally. And again, Keith is mad abut the Yankees. Hour 5.
It's time to talk New York Giants' football on the latest episode of the Just End The Suffering podcast! Host Mike Phillips (@MPhillips331) kicks off the show by sharing his thoughts on the state of the Giants (1:55) as interim head coach Mike Kafka seeks his first win on Sunday in Detroit. Mike is then joined by Jerry Foley (6:20) of the Giant Insider (@GiantInsider) Newspaper and Podcast to take a deeper look at the Giants as they look to make something out of another lost season. Mike then makes his Week 12 NFL Picks (34:10) with Tom Bocchino (@TBocchino94) of the Sorry To Interrupt (@SorrySports) podcast and recaps Week 2 of Alex Vs. A-Rod (55:51) with Yankees' fan Joe Cioffi (@J_Cioffi) in the Two Minute Drill.Subscribe to the Just End The Suffering podcast on Apple, Amazon, TuneIn, and Spotify!Subscribe to Mike Phillips's channel on YouTube!Check out the Giant Insider Newspaper and Podcast!Subscribe to the Sorry to Interrupt podcast!
Baseball United: A New Frontier from the United Arab EmiratesGames played in 1 convertible stadium in Dubai to seat 6,500–37,0004 Teams: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Mumbai, KarachiSeason: Just 9 games per team iOwnership: Major MLB names—Barry Larkin, Adrian Beltre, Robinson Cano, Robinson Chirinos, Elvis AndrusSavannah Bananas–style rules:Inning-Ending Fireball: Designated Runner: 3x per game.No Extra Innings: Ties are resolved via Home Run Derby.Moneyball At-Bats: Up to 3 per game, doubling all runs scoredCricket dominates Gulf regionDubai's population is 90% expatriates, could help broaden interest.Future presence in the World Baseball Classic?Reflections of LIV for Baseball United PathImpact on LIV with PGA as a rivalControversy on poaching players Jack Nicklaus wins $50 million defamation judgment after company falsely tied him to LIV support.
BT & Sal ignite a heated argument with Hoff over a hypothetical Mets trade proposal by Jim Bowden, which sends four top prospects (Tong, Sproat, Williams, Mauricio) to Detroit for one year of Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal. BT is "in a heartbeat" for the trade, arguing they must be aggressive to land a frontline ace. Hoff slams it as "irresponsible", insisting they absolutely cannot trade that "butt load of prospects" without a guaranteed contract extension, comparing the high cost to the Yankees' "bunch of nothing" price for Juan Soto. The debate centers on risk: the Mets' willingness to gamble on an extension versus the risk of being "stupid" and losing their best young talent for a one-year rental. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ian provides more insight on what we learned about the new broadcasting schedule for the Mariners next year. Joe Sheehan helped us with his latest article, which includes the fact the Yankees have 8 different options for viewing games and the Mariners could have up to 7. What's your drop dead number to spend on a package to view all Mariners' games next season? Corbin Smith, Emerald City Spectrum joins Ian to discuss the latest with the Seahawks and what he learned from their loss to the Rams. Was this an accurate assessment of Sam Darnold in big games? We get a health update on the offensive line following the Grey Zabel injury and a preview of a very winnable game for the Seahawks as they take on the Titans on Sunday. The Daily Power Play! The Kraken take on a hot Chicago team tonight and Ian previews the matchup and takes you inside the numbers. Brandon Funston, The Athletic joins us to kick off the unofficial start of the weekend! He gives you everything you need to know when it comes to setting your fantasy football lineups for this week. We check in on the text line! FACT OR FICTION! Crosstalk with Softy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BT & Sal dive into a heated debate over whether the Yankees should stick with Ryan McMahon at third base or pursue free-agent star Alex Bregman. Sal champions the current player, arguing that McMahon's elite defense and lower cost at $16 million outweigh his lack of offense, especially since Bregman (turning 32) is perceived as being "on the decline," drawing parallels to the failed signing of DJ LeMahieu. Tierney fiercely counters, labeling McMahon as a "lower-level player" with "no stick" and demanding the Yankees pursue the unequivocally "better player" in Bregman, regardless of his anticipated 5-6 year contract or age, stating that the priority must be winning a World Series now. The discussion also touches on whether Cody Bellinger's history of success under New York scrutiny makes him a better target for the Mets.
BT & Sal ignite a heated argument with Hoff over a hypothetical Mets trade proposal by Jim Bowden, which sends four top prospects (Tong, Sproat, Williams, Mauricio) to Detroit for one year of Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal. BT is "in a heartbeat" for the trade, arguing they must be aggressive to land a frontline ace. Hoff slams it as "irresponsible", insisting they absolutely cannot trade that "butt load of prospects" without a guaranteed contract extension, comparing the high cost to the Yankees' "bunch of nothing" price for Juan Soto. The debate centers on risk: the Mets' willingness to gamble on an extension versus the risk of being "stupid" and losing their best young talent for a one-year rental.
BT & Sal dive into a fiery "Call of the Day" that sparks a huge debate over player acquisitions, specifically whether acquiring Alex Bregman is a mistake, with Sal comparing him to a "declining" DJ LeMahieu due to his age (32) and salary. Tierney challenges the caller's preference for the defense-first Ryan McMahon, forcing an admission that Bregman is clearly the better player. The conversation shifts to a fascinating "Time Machine" question: If you could go back to one sporting event in history, which would it be? Sal picks a sentimental New York baseball pilgrimage to Ebbets Field and the Polo Grounds with his grandfather, while Tierney's highly unusual choice is the amateur golfer Bobby Jones in the 1920s. They also touch on the mind of A-Rod, debating his insecurities and his interview with Katie Couric.
BT & Sal kick off the segment with a mix of disgust and fascination over football player Cam Skattebo's latest viral stunt: chugging an energy drink from his cleat (a "Shoey"). Then, they dive into a fiery hypothetical: an Athletic-proposed trade for Tigers ace Tarik Skubal involving a Yankees package of Spencer Jones, Will Warren, and two pitching prospects. The hosts debate whether this offer is deliberately undervaluing Skubal compared to the Mets' reported trade pieces, reigniting the argument over the true quality of the Yankees' farm system. The conversation shifts to the upcoming Japanese posting window, with Sal confidently predicting the Mets and Yankees will each land a star, while Tierney is skeptical, fearing the Dodgers will collect everyone. They discuss the worrying scouting report on star hitter Munetaka Murakami and his inability to hit fastballs over 93 MPH. The segment wraps up by venting about high NBA ticket prices and the outrage fans feel when high-priced stars like Giannis sit out.
BT & Sal ignite a heated conversation around the baseball offseason and the NBA's failing regular season. They debate the hypothetical nightmare of Pete Alonso landing with the Yankees, discussing whether adding the Polar Bear's power is the "restructuring" the Bombers need (trading Stanton and IKF) or just a power overdose. The discussion pivots to the Tigers' Tarik Skubal, where Sal unleashes a scorching critique of the front office executive who believes Skubal's trade value will be the same at the deadline as it is now. The hosts call the strategy "moronic," citing the massive risk of injury (Cole, Alcantara) and the loss of full-season control. Finally, they tackle the NBA's lack of urgency, with BT slamming the regular season as "largely unwatchable" due to the constant rest days and the compromised competition. They yearn for the competitive spirit of 90s basketball and explore radical solutions (like split seasons) to make the games matter again.
BT and Sal dive into a fiery discussion on the Yankees and Mets' overlapping offseason targets, focusing on how Cody Bellinger and Devin Williams are perfect, must-have fits for both clubs. Sal unveils his four-part, "Grand Slam Blueprint" for the Mets, which includes trading for Tarik Skubal, signing a pitcher like Ranger Suarez, re-signing Pete Alonso, and acquiring one of the big bats (Bellinger, Tucker, or Bregman). They debate the plausibility of the Mets making "massive moves"—including trading Brandon Nimmo and Kodai Senga—with Sal needing to see Stearns act like a big-market GM. The conversation shifts to the broader landscape, where they express outrage over the looming CBA expiration and the possibility of a lockout, arguing that another work stoppage would prove baseball's "greedy pigs" are disconnected from the fans. Finally, the hosts touch on the more glamorous side of the offseason, revealing they are anxiously awaiting the official invitation to A-Rod's Christmas party, with Sal admitting Alex Rodriguez even texted him about the disastrous Trent Grisham deal.
BT and Sal ignite a fiery debate on the New York baseball offseason, focusing on the nightmare scenario of Pete Alonso in pinstripes and the Mets' hypothetical, high-stakes Tarik Skubal trade proposal (costing four top prospects). Sal unveils his "Grand Slam Blueprint" for the Mets' future, but the hosts slam any executive who thinks Skubal's trade value won't drop due to injury risk—calling the strategy "moronic." The discussion pivots to the Yankees' third-base quandary: Is the safer, defense-first Ryan McMahon a better fit than the superior, aging Alex Bregman? Plus, shockwaves hit as the Yankees' farm system ranks a dismal 25th to the Mets' #1. Finally, they tackle the broader sports world, with BT railing against the "unwatchable" NBA regular season due to rest days, and they argue over the Week 12 NFL Power Rankings, where BT controversially champions his Denver Broncos.
From 'WFAN Daily' (subscribe here): Everyone is upset at the Yankees, Brian Cashman and Trent Grisham for signing the qualifying offer to return for the 2026 season. Hoff explains why this is not a Trent Grisham issue! Follow @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BT & Sal dive into a hypothetical (but fiery!) discussion about Pete Alonso wearing a Yankees uniform. While acknowledging reports that the Yankees have no interest in the Polar Bear, Sal argues that a move for Alonso would be a smart piece of a necessary "restructuring" for the Yankees—specifically, by trading Giancarlo Stanton and replacing his power and DH slot with an everyday first baseman and DH option in Pete. The conversation gets personal as they debate the emotional fallout for Mets fans if their franchise slugger jumped to the hated Yankees. Sal asserts that his hatred for the Yankees would "usurp" any affection for Pete, but Hoff and Sal debate where Mets fans would draw the line. The segment also touches on the frustrating lack of development and hype surrounding Yankees prospects like Jasson Dominguez and Mets prospect Carson Benge.
BT & Sal dive into a fiery debate over the Yankees and Mets' intertwined offseason, focusing on a direct clash for Cody Bellinger and the closer market (Edwin Diaz vs. Devin Williams). Sal argues the Mets must pursue Bellinger and go "pedal to the metal," while BT has more faith in Brian Cashman's urgency than David Stearns' willingness to spend like a big-market GM. The Mets' need for a "shake up" dominates the conversation, with discussion of trading Senga (despite the desperate need for pitching) and moving core players like McNeil, Nimmo, Baty, and Vientos—the guys Sal is "tired of waiting on." The segment concludes with BT teasing his "Grand Slam Mets Offseason" plan, a four-component blueprint he believes would make the Mets World Series contenders.
BT and Sal kick off the show with the bizarre video of Cam Skattebo performing a "shoey"—drinking an energy drink from a cleat—and his sideline antics. The hosts ignite a debate over a hypothetical Yankees trade for Tarik Skubal, questioning if a package including Spencer Jones and Will Warren is enough to beat the competition, and are shocked that ESPN ranks the Yankees' farm system at a disappointing 25th, compared to the Mets' #1 ranking. The conversation pivots to the international market, where they discuss the race for Japanese stars like Kaz Okamoto and the surprisingly low batting average of Munetaka Murakami against fastballs. A caller then proposes a trade for Fernando Tatis Jr., forcing the hosts to dissect his massive, albatross-like contract. In the Call of the Day, the guys argue over Alex Bregman's declining value against Ryan McMahon's solid defense. The show wraps up with a fun time-machine question: What single historical sporting event would they go back to?
Will the Yankees regret paying Trent Grisham $22 million this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Where are the adults in the Giants facility now-a-days? Mike Lupica says if the Giants continue to spiral out of control, how do they justify keeping the general manager? Will the Yankees regret signing Trent Grisham? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trent Grisham is back with the Yankees and the Mets are linked to almost every big name on the market. And Stump Rothenberg! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trent Grisham stuns Cashman by accepting the QO. Now let's look at Yankees' offseason plans. Could Pete Alonso-to-Boston happen/ Plus, the Shedeur Sanders home invasion shocker, Aaron Glenn's QB dilemma, Mike Tomlin's hard-line advice on retaliation, and Gio's great Tom Izzo impression, all wrapped up with a caller's unbelievable motorcycle accident story
The Jets' contentious QB carousel spins as Aaron Glenn avoids confirming Tyrod Taylor although we all know, while the Giants face dual crises: Abdul Carter missed a key meeting, and Cam Skattebo is fighting fans over his WWE ringside shove! Plus, a surprise in the Bronx: Trent Grisham accepts the QO, forcing Cashman to rethink the Yankees' entire offseason! All that and Gio doing a great Tom Izzo impression and Jerry unveiling his new comic book. We even have time to discuss food co-ops.
Trent Grisham accepts the Yankees' qualifying offer—a move Cashman never saw coming. Also some Yankees makeover talk, a potential MLB lockout, and the latest on Pete Alonso...and the Red Sox!