New York, New York with John Jastremski

JJ opens with the Mets somehow finding a new low by getting swept by the Phillies and blowing the division lead. Can they save their season (0:44)? Then, he discusses the Yankees surging up the standing but also Anthony Rizzo testing positive for COVID (9:02). Next, JJ reacts to a bunch of listener voicemails (15:15) before chatting with JackO about the Yankees revival and Bill Simmons’s Red Sox imploding (36:50). Finally, in Part 1 of a weeklong feature, he ranks the best athletes in New York right now. Today he reveals no. 15 through no. 11 (56:35). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: JackO Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with what he believes are two smart moves from the Knicks: extending Julius Randle and signing Kemba Walker. He then chats with SNY's Ian Begley about how this sets the NBA franchise up for the future (9:35) before talking about the Mets and Yankees heading in completely opposite directions (28:15). Then, he reacts to some listener voicemails (39:35) before closing it out with SportsGrid’s Ariel Epstein for some NFL value bets (55:06). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Ian Begley and Ariel Epstein Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens by discussing the Mets, who continue to trend downward, and are in danger of losing their NL East lead (1:52). Then, he gets into the Knicks' solid free-agency pickups (6:30), and then he discusses the Yankees needing to win big this week to secure a wild-card spot (12:39). Next, JJ reacts to some listener voicemails and does weekly trivia (16:55) before chatting with Brandon Tierney the Knicks, the Jets, and betting odds for the upcoming NFL season (40:18). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Brandon Tierney Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens by recapping a rough weekend for the Mets, who lost another series, struggled to hit, and failed to sign first-round pick Kumar Rocker (1:07). Then, he gets into the resurgent Yankees, backed by new guy Anthony Rizzo, and why it's like watching a whole new team (8:10). Next, JJ reacts to some listener voicemails (16:40) before chatting with basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla about the NBA draft, the Knicks and the Nets, and USA basketball (36:31). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Fran Fraschilla Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ hopped on Greenroom to discuss the Mets trading for All-Star SS Javier Baez. He also breaks down the active MLB trade deadline and what this means for the Yankees and Mets. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Yankees making another major move by trading for Anthony Rizzo (00:40), the Mets not making any moves yet (7:25) and the first round of the NBA draft (9:44). Then, he chats with former MLB pitcher and current Rangers broadcaster C.J. Nitkowski about how Joey Gallo will fit with the Yankees (15:13). Next, The Ringer’s Jonathan Tjarks joins to discuss the NBA draft, how the Knicks and Nets fared, and Westbrook getting traded to the Lakers (30:12). Finally, he closes it out by reacting to some listener voicemails, including whether the Yankees are making a mistake being buyers at the deadline (44:46). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: C.J. Nitkowski and Jonathan Tjarks Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ hopped on Greenroom to discuss the Yankees trading for Joey Gallo who ads a big lefty bat to their lineup. He also breaks down two big wins for the Yankees and Mets plus reacts to a bunch of calls. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with a nice Yankee win over the Rays and the logic behind trading two of their relief pitchers before Friday’s trade deadline (1:00). Then he discusses the Mets blowout loss to the Braves before getting into some potential MLB trade rumors (7:58). Next, he chats with Zach Braziller of the New York Post about the NBA draft, including his favorite prospects and some guys the Knicks could target (17:00). Then, JJ reacts to some listener voicemails including our Tuesday Night Trivia question (44:53). Finally, because JJ loves 'The O.C.,' he welcomes Melinda Clarke to talk about her role as Julie Cooper and her roles in other great shows like 'Seinfeld' and 'Entourage.' (58:42) We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Zach Braziller and Melinda Clarke Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with discussion of another brutal series for the Yankees against the Red Sox. Despite the embarrassment, he explains why it’s not time to give up on the season just yet (00:52). Then, JJ breaks down a big series win for the Mets and why next week could be even bigger (11:42). Next, JJ gets a Boston perspective on the Yankees–Red Sox series with Steve Perrault (17:25) before previewing the baseball trade deadline with MLB Network’s Jon Morosi (35:49). Finally, he reacts to a bunch of listener voicemails, including the problems with USA basketball (53:07), before closing it out with some gambling picks (69:28). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Steve Perrault and Jon Morosi Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ records the show from Fenway Park after the brutal Yankees loss to the Red Sox and explains why the Yankees can’t take many more losses like this if they’re going to get the second wild card (00:44). Then he breaks down some Mets trade buzz (13:30) and reacts to a bunch of voicemails (16:01). Next, JJ brings on ESPN’s Jay Bilas to preview the NBA draft, including some prospects the Knicks and Nets should look out for. He also discusses how confident he is in Cade Cunningham being a star and reminisces about some of his favorite college hoops moments (37:32). Finally, JJ closes it out with some betting picks heading into the weekend (57:43). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Jay Bilas Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Bucks winning the NBA title and the ridiculous closeout game from Giannis that secures his legacy (0:36). Next, he reacts to some listener voicemails before answering a Tuesday Night Trivia question (19:42). Then, JJ chats with Syracuse hoops star Buddy Boeheim about playing for his dad, benefitting from the new NIL rules, and what 'Cuse game JJ needs to get to next season (34:04). Finally, he closes it out with some wager talk and a few picks from Jeff Money (53:27). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Buddy Boeheim Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Mets' disappointing weekend against the Pirates and how they somehow salvaged a win on Sunday (01:17). Then, he breaks down why he’s not fully ready to buy in just yet on the Yankees despite their big series wins against the Red Sox (06:05). Next, JJ chats with former Yankee catcher Jim Leyritz about whether this weekend’s series win over Boston can be a turning point, comparisons to the ’95 team, and some George Steinbrenner stories (13:14). Finally, he reacts to some listener voicemails (35:30) before closing it out with a pick for Game 6 of the Finals (51:25). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Jim Leyritz Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the news that Game 1 of the Yankees-Red Sox series has been postponed due to positive COVID tests (00:42) before reacting to the Bucks tying up the Finals (07:10). Next, he chats with former manager Buck Showalter about the Yankees' struggles, why he didn’t like guys skipping the All-Star Game, and whether he still wants to manage (11:33). Then, JJ reacts to some listener voicemails (34:19), chats with SNY’s Michelle Margaux about the Mets and All-Star festivities (50:32), and closes it out with a pick for Game 5 of the Finals (65:54). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Buck Showalter and Michelle Margaux Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with his thoughts on all the MLB All-Star festivities but mostly how much he hated the uniforms. Then, he welcomes on The Ringer’s Logan Murdock to talk Finals, how neutrals viewed this Knicks season, and why as an A’s fan he still looks at the Yankees as the enemy (8:40). Next, JJ does a voicemail “Ask Me Anything” including his dream interview, favorite on-air moment, and where José Altuve ranks among the greatest New York villains ever (27:52). Finally, he closes it out with another Tuesday Night Trivia with caller Larry and give his pick for Suns-Bucks Game 4 (52:14). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Logan Murdock Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with a pair of meltdowns from the Yankees and Mets as both blew five-run leads right before the All-Star break. Next, he chats with MLB Insider and New York Post columnist Joel Sherman about being in Colorado for the All-Star Game, if the Yankees issues can be solved this season, and whether the Mets will make a big move before the trade deadline (14:49). Then, JJ breaks down another huge game from Giannis in the Finals, reacts to some listener voicemails, and finishes up with some picks for the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game (50:17). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Joel Sherman Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Suns’ Game 2 win in the NBA Finals and why this series will be short if no one but Giannis shows up for the Bucks (0:39). Then, he breaks down the Yankees’ failure to sweep the Mariners before welcoming on former Yankee pitcher Jeff Nelson to discuss the issues with Cole and Chapman, the lineup problems, and some stories from the ’90s teams (14:49). Next, JJ talks about the Mets’ best win of the season on Wednesday and Jacob deGrom’s decision to sit out the All-Star Game. Finally, he closes it out with some listener voicemails, a trivia question, and why he’s backing the Bucks in Game 3 (41:27). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Jeff Nelson Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Suns taking Game 1 of the NBA Finals, why it seems like Chris Paul won’t be denied, and why Giannis was the only silver lining for the Bucks (0:11). Then, he discusses the Yankees' blowout win in Seattle before chatting with former Yankee Nick Swisher about whether this road trip could be a good thing and why he’s not ready to give up hope that this team can still make noise come October (13:48). JJ then discusses why he’s annoyed with how the Mets' rainout was handled and reacts to some listener voicemails, including whether Nets fans should be upset about Kevin Durant playing in the Olympics (48:58). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Nick Swisher Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ hopped in Greenroom after the the Mets took two of three from the Yankees in the Subway Series this weekend. He broke down why he’s very concerned about Gerrit Cole, why the Mets should feel great, and why he would’ve taken a sweep if it meant the Yankees actually made some changes (1:05). Plus, he closes it out reacting to live callers, including a lot of frustrated Yankee fans (6:59). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the disastrous Yankees loss Wednesday night and why Hal Steinbrenner’s comments on the state of the team set him off (0:44). Then he welcomes actor and Yankees fan Nick Turturro (15:13), who vents about Aaron Boone, star players not performing, and whether he’s ready to quit on this team. Next, JJ discusses the Mets’ brutal stretch (37:38), which has allowed other teams in the NL East back into the division race. Finally, he reacts to some listener voicemails (42:55) and weighs in on the Eastern Conference finals. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Nick Turturro Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Yankees’ bats coming alive in a win over the Angels, even though watching Shohei Ohtani makes him think of what could have been had Ohtani become a Yankee (0:40). Then JJ talks about the Mets’ come-from-behind win against the Braves and welcomes on SNY’s Steve Gelbs to discuss deGrom’s dominance, whether Lindor will live up to his massive contract, and more (4:30). Next, JJ reacts to what looks like a really bad injury for Giannis (34:03) and discusses why there’s some hope that Damian Lillard could be a Knick next season (36:26), before closing it out with some listener voicemails, including his thoughts on the new ‘Sopranos’ prequel (43:10). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Steve Gelbs Producer: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with why we have to accept that the Yankees just aren’t that good after another sweep by the Red Sox (00:24). Then, he welcomes in the voice of the Yankees, John Sterling, to discuss what he sees as the problem with the Bombers and why he’s not ready to give up on the season just yet (8:54). Next, JJ gets the thoughts of SNY’s John Harper on both baseball teams in town including how far the pitching can carry the Mets and if Lindor will ever turn it around (32:37). Finally, he closes it out by reacting to some listener voicemails on the Knicks, Jets, and more (47:06) before getting some gambling picks from SportsGrid’s Ariel Epstein (58:58). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: John Sterling, John Harper, and Ariel Epstein Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with his trip to “The Barn” Wednesday night for the Islanders' incredible Game 6 win over the Lightning, which he ranks among the best sporting events of his life (00:46). He also weighs in on the Yankees' continued resurgence (5:54). Then, he chats with his friend Mike Carver for more on the craziness of the Islanders win and why he believes they’ll win Game 7 Friday night (13:27). Next, JJ touches on the NBA playoffs and the Mets before reacting to some listener voicemails (30:09). Finally, he closes it out by previewing Yankees–Red Sox this weekend with former Red Sox player Lou Merloni (50:11). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Mike Carver and Lou Merloni Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Mets’ injury woes (00:55), the Yankees blowing another Gerrit Cole start (5:12), and the wild ending in Suns-Clippers Game 2 (10:27). Then, he reacts to some listener voicemails on the drama between the Phillies and Nationals, the Islanders’ rough Game 5 loss, and more (22:02). And finally, JJ chats with YES Network Nets analyst Sarah Kustok about what Brooklyn will look like next season, what needs to change for James Harden, and a prediction on who will win the title this year (43:14). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Sarah Kustok Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Nets' loss to the Bucks in Game 7, why Brooklyn just ran out of gas after all their injuries, and why he’d run it back with the same team next season (00:55). Then he welcomes YES Network and ESPN play-by-play voice Ryan Ruocco to break down why he thinks the Yankees have finally turned the corner, where the Nets go from here, and his podcast 'R2C2' with CC Sabathia (11:26). Finally, JJ takes a deeper dive into the Yankees, Mets, and Islanders (52:08) before closing it out with some listener voicemails (1:03:51) We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Ryan Ruocco Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Nets' loss to the Bucks that gave us the best two words in sports: Game 7. He explains why Brooklyn will need another Game 5 performance from Durant to win the series. Then JJ discusses the Yankees' sweep of the Blue Jays (8:13), the Mets' situation with deGrom (14:01), and the Islanders going down 2-1 to the Lightning (17:55) before reacting to some listener voicemails (22:14). Next, he chats with Mets legend John Franco about Spider Tack, Jacob deGrom, and his favorite pizza spot in the city (38:55). Finally, JJ closes it out with some U.S. Open and NBA betting tips with Jared Smith (57:44). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: John Franco and Jared Smith Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ hopped on Greenroom (formerly Locker Room) for some instant reaction to “ace night” in New York City that resulted in a Gerrit Cole win for the Yankees but another injury for Jacob deGrom. Plus, JJ weighs in on the crazy choke job by the 76ers in Game 5 against the Hawks, previews Nets-Bucks Game 6, and opens it up to calls. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with Kevin Durant’s historic performance in the Nets' Game 5 win over the Bucks and explains why it’s the most significant in KD’s career (00:54). Then, he gets Kaz Famuyide’s reaction to Durant’s night, whether the Bucks can recover in Game 6, and whether the Hawks' performance makes him feel better about the Knicks (17:26). Next, JJ touches on the Islanders' Game 2 loss to the Lightning (41:04), and the Yankees and Mets picking up wins (43:25). Finally, he closes it out with some listener voicemails (50:22) and previews the best bets of the U.S. Open with Harry Gagnon (1:07:48). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Kaz Famuyide and Harry Gagnon Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Nets' Game 4 loss, Kyrie’s injury, and why without Irving and Harden, Brooklyn is in BIG trouble (1:28). Plus, he breaks down the Islanders' massive Game 1 win over the Lightning (11:39). Then, he chats with former Nets great Kerry Kittle about what the Nets have to do with two of their Big Three hurt, if we’ll see Kyrie or Harden the rest of the series, and some stories of playing with Jason Kidd and against Michael Jordan (15:08). Next, JJ weighs in on the Yankees' disastrous season continuing (32:26) and the Mets' big series win over the Padres (40:21). Finally, he closes it out by reacting to some listener voicemails (43:00). Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Kerry Kittles Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens giving some credit to Aaron Boone (shockingly) after the Yankees win in Minnesota before reacting to the awkward Gerrit Cole soundbite where he was asked about using “Spider Tack” (1:47). Then, he breaks down the disappointing Mets loss in Baltimore (9:59) and explains why the Nets-Bucks series is over (12:15). Next, JJ does a “State of the Yankees” with Bob Klapisch of the Newark Star-Ledger on all their problems and why he still thinks they get in the playoffs (19:54). He then reacts to some listener voicemails (40:12) before chatting with Pitt associate head basketball coach Tim O’Toole about his time with Coach K and his reaction to his retirement from Duke at the end of next year (54:29). And finally, he closes it out by talking to his sister, Caroline Jastremski, who was the Yankee fan that went viral over the weekend after video showed her arguing with some young Red Sox fans (1:24:34)! Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Bob Klapisch, Tim O’Toole, and Caroline Jastremski Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with Chapman giving up two home runs in the bottom of the ninth to blow a chance to sweep the Twins, which he believes will come back to haunt the Yankees (1:35). Next he explains why even though Milwaukee won Game 3, we shouldn’t trust the Bucks to beat the Nets (7:02). Next, JJ chats with MSG and ESPN host Alan Hahn about how the Knicks get better, who has the best chance to beat the Nets, and the Islanders' playoff run (17:08). Then, he reacts to some listener voicemails (36:35) and closes it out by chatting with Mike Carver about the Islanders-Lightning semifinal matchup and why he thinks the Isles are a live dog (1:01:27). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Alan Hahn and Mike Carver Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with a rant on his disgust for the Yankees after they were swept by the Red Sox and listens to Aaron Boone speak postgame to count all of his cliché answers (1:06). Then, he talks about the Nets' Game 1 win over the Bucks and why he doesn’t think they need James Harden to win the series (27:55). Next, he welcomes FanDuel expert Rob Perez, a.k.a. World Wide Wob, to the show to discuss his Knicks, his pick for the Nets-Bucks series, and why he thinks the Clippers will win the title (32:47). Finally, JJ closes it out with some thoughts on the Mets and Islanders (52:50) before reacting to some listener voicemails (58:47). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Rob Perez Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with some thoughts on the Knicks' future now that he’s had a day to process the end of their season (1:22), and then previews the Nets-Bucks series (5:08). Next he welcomes The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Jack O on to preview the first Yankees–Red Sox series of the year, including why this season has been so miserable for New York fans, whether the rivalry still has the same bite to it, and which team finishes in first place in the AL East (12:03). Then Bill sticks around to share his thoughts on the Knicks' loss to the Hawks and why he thinks the winner of Nets-Bucks will be in the Finals (52:28). Finally, JJ closes it out with some listener voicemails (1:11:50). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Bill Simmons and Jack O Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Knicks' surprisingly fun season officially came to an end in their Game 5 loss to the Hawks. JJ took a bunch of calls in our live locker room show right after the game, breaking down how the Hawks completely outclassed the Knicks for the majority of the series, Julius Randle's and Tom Thibodeau’s shortcomings, and why it’ll be tricky to improve this team in the future. Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Yankees' extra-innings win over the Rays that ended their four-game losing streak—although their problems are far from solved (00:58). He then breaks down the Nets closing out the Celtics (7:49) and previews Knicks-Hawks Game 5 (11:10). Next, we welcome actor and huge Knicks fan Jerry Ferrara back to the show to discuss whether the Knicks can extend the series, Trae Young’s dominance, and whether 'Scarface' is overrated (17:08). Then, JJ chats with his old friend, radio and TV host Adam Schein, about which star player he wants to see on the Knicks next season, whether it’s time to panic with the Yankees, and some great Jim Boeheim stories (37:32). Finally, he closes it out with the Mets' brutal loss in Arizona before reacting to some listener voicemails (1:09:32). Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Jerry Ferrara and Adam Schein Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part 2 of our shows this Sunday, JJ talks about the Nets’ impressive offensive performance in their Game 4 win in Boston and a fan throwing a water bottle at Kyrie (00:59). Next, he chats with The Ringer’s Sean Fennessey about whether the Knicks will get another win in their series against the Hawks, who should get more blame—Randle or Thibs, and how in the world the Mets are in first place (9:46). Finally, JJ closes it out by reacting to some listener voicemails (26:27) and takes a look at the other series going on in the NBA playoffs (43:41). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at (917) 382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Sean Fennessey Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part 1 of two shows this Sunday, JJ opens with the depressing weekend for the Knicks and Yankees. He starts by breaking down the Knicks' Game 4 loss to the Hawks and discusses Atlanta’s talent gap, why this series has him rethinking Julius Randle’s future, and how Tom Thibodeau has been outcoached (00:27). Next, he gets to the Yankees getting swept by the Tigers, their terrible offense, and why they need to make a trade before the deadline (22:10). Plus, he reacts to a bunch of listener voicemails. Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ jumps right into the Locker Room app to answer live questions after Julius Randle and the Knicks fell to Trae Young and the Hawks in a disappointing Game 3. Host: John Jastremski Producer: Steve Ceruti, Craig Horlbeck We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at (917) 382-1151 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with a preview of Knicks-Hawks Game 3, including why New York shouldn’t be scared going to Atlanta when they only need a split (1:05). Next, he discusses more Yankees injuries and the Mets sweeping their double-header (7:35). Then, JJ chats with SNY’s Ian Begley about Derrick Rose’s importance, whether he’s concerned about Julius Randle, and whether the Knicks will win this series (17:10). Finally, JJ closes it out with listener voicemails (31:28) and some betting picks from Arthur DiCesare of the Linq Sportsbook in Vegas (46:44). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at (917) 382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Ian Begley and Arthur DiCesare Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with his immediate reaction to the Knicks’ massive come-from-behind win in Game 2 against the Hawks. He’s then joined by Bill Simmons and Sean Fennessey before closing it out with some live calls in the Locker Room app. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at (917) 382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Bill Simmons and Sean Fennessey Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens by looking ahead to Knicks-Hawks Game 2 and why it’s absolutely a must-win for New York (1:20). Then he gets into the Nets’ 2-0 lead over the Celtics (5:30) and the Yankees’ and Mets’ injury problems (8:08). Next, he chats with The Ringer’s Wosny Lambre about the expectations for the Knicks in Game 2 and how to handle Trae Young before getting into Wos’s Mets and Jets fandom (17:00). Then, JJ welcomes ESPN MMA insider/analyst Ariel Helwani to discuss his love of the Knicks, his Blue Jays beating the Yankees, and why JJ needs to get into UFC (41:32). Finally, he closes it out with some listener voicemails and gambling picks (1:11:38). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at (917) 382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Wosny Lambre and Ariel Helwani Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Knicks' heartbreaking Game 1 loss to the Atlanta Hawks and why they need to figure out a way to deal with Trae Young (1:01), before breaking down Phil Mickelson’s improbable win at the PGA Championship (10:45). Then, he chats with SiriusXM NBA host Justin Termine about how the Knicks can still win this series, why he still has doubts about the Nets, and more on the rest of the NBA playoffs (16:52). Next, he talks about the red-hot Yankees and inconsistent Mets (35:50) before reacting to a bunch of listener voicemails (43:30). Finally, he welcomes SNY’s Maria Marino, who explains why she thinks the Nets win the title (1:04:46) before closing it out with some NBA betting picks. Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Justin Termine and Maria Marino Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with his official picks for the Knicks and Nets in their respective first-round series (1:03), plus he gets into another Yankees win over the Rangers. Then he chats with former Knicks head and assistant coach Mike Woodson, who’s now the head coach of the Indiana Hoosiers, about the rise of Julius Randle, what he’s learned from Tom Thibodeau, how he thinks the Knicks matchup with the Hawks, and what it’s like to now coach at his alma mater (15:36). Next JJ breaks down the Islanders’ Game 3 loss to the Penguins (36:28) before reacting to some listener voicemails (40:46). He closes it out talking to SportsGrid’s Jared Smith about how to bet the first round of the NBA playoffs (54:46). Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Mike Woodson and Jared Smith Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ drops a bonus episode to react to Corey Kluber’s no-hitter, the first Yankee no-hitter in over 20 years and the sixth no-hitter in MLB this season. After criticizing the Kluber signing, JJ says he's now happy to eat crow and explains why Kluber could be a real difference-maker for the Yankees this season. Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Mets getting two big wins against the Braves before getting to the Yankees' hit brigade against the Rangers (1:16). Then New York City mayoral candidate Andrew Yang joins to discuss his sports allegiances, why he grew up a Knicks fan but now supports the Nets, his favorite sports moment, and why he’s running for mayor (15:15). Next, JJ chats with The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor about the Knicks-Hawks matchup, why Tom Thibodeau isn’t his Coach of the Year, and who the Nets' biggest threat is in the East (37:18). Finally, JJ reacts to some listener voicemails (59:52) before breaking down the betting card for the NBA’s opening playoff round and PGA Championship (1:17:17). Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Andrew Yang and Kevin O’Connor Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Knicks closing out the regular season with three straight wins to clinch the 4-seed and home-court advantage in Round 1 against the Hawks before taking a few calls from fired-up Knicks fans (1:13). Then he breaks down his weekend trip to Baltimore and the Yankees taking two of three from the Orioles, plus the Mets getting swept by the Rays (14:57). Next, radio and YES Network host Michael Kay stops by to discuss the Yankees' season, competing with Francesa, and the excitement in the city around the Knicks (25:01). Finally, JJ weighs in on the Nets getting the 2-seed and whom he wants to see them play (53:20), takes some listener voicemails (55:20), and closes it out with some hockey talk with Mollie Walker of The New York Post (1:09:11). Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Michael Kay and Mollie Walker Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Knicks’ come-from-behind win against the Spurs as New York gets one step closer to avoiding the Bucks in the first round of the playoffs (1:00). Then he discusses the Yankees taking two of three from the Rays (5:41). Next he welcomes longtime New York Post columnist and author Ian O’Connor to discuss whether the city is close to getting back to the good old days of the ’90s and the biggest scoop of his career (10:10). Then JJ chats with Kyle Brandt, the host of '10 Questions With Kyle Brandt' and 'Good Morning Football,' about the NFL schedule release and Aaron Rodgers’s future (32:24) before taking a couple of voicemails (51:36). Finally, he closes it out with SportsGrid’s Mike Carver to help handicap the NHL playoffs (1:07:14). Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Ian O’Connor, Kyle Brandt, and Mike Carver Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Knicks' tough overtime loss to the Lakers on Tuesday night and lays out what needs to happen for New York to get in the 4-5 matchup before talking about the Yankees' win over the Rays (1:01). Then, he chats with former MLB player and current SNY Mets analyst Todd Zeile about the team's solid start, their lack of hitting, Lindor’s early struggles, and whether deGrom is the most dominant pitcher since Pedro Martinez (14:12). Next, JJ talks about the Nets' win over the Bulls and reacts to a couple voicemails (37:03). Finally, he closes it out with the founder of Spread Investor, James Alberino, to discuss the Knicks' odds come playoff time and how to bet the NBA playoffs (50:15). Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Todd Zeile and James Alberino Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens with the Mets' five-game winning streak, Francisco Lindor and Jeff McNeil using rats and raccoons to cover up a confrontation, and Jacob deGrom’s injury before breaking down the Knicks' win over the Clippers. Then JJ is joined by the voice of the Nets and CBS and TNT play-by-play man Ian Eagle to discuss Brooklyn’s season, why James Harden is so important to the Nets' success, and Eagle's illustrious broadcasting career (20:20). Next, JJ talks about the impressive pitching in the Yankees' series win over the Nationals (58:17) before closing it out with some listener voicemails (1:06:33). Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Ian Eagle Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ opens by discussing the Yankees taking two of three in a big series against the Astros (3:20). Then he gets into how Giancarlo Stanton is as locked in as ever and the Mets' series win in St. Louis (11:34). He chats with the voice of the Knicks, Mike Breen, about the excitement around the team, Julius Randle’s breakout, and what makes Tom Thibodeau such a great coach (19:30). Then JJ talks to SNY’s Eamon McAnaney about the state of New York sports (50:42) before breaking down the Nets losing their fourth game in a row (1:13:45) and closing it out with listener voicemails (1:20:55). Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Mike Breen and Eamon McAnaney Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ is joined by Shaun Morash of CBS Radio for a bonus episode after the Rangers shockingly fired GM Jeff Gorton and president John Davidson. Why did it happen now, and how much did it have to do with the team's statement following the Tom Wilson controversy? And where do the Rangers as a franchise go from here? Plus, we always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guest: Shaun Morash Producer: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices