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Reaction from the Mets Subway Series Win

JJ hopped on Greenroom to discuss Fransisco Lindor’s big night and the electric Subway Series this weekend. He also breaks down the playoff hopes for the Yankees and Mets. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Spotify Greenroom! https://spotifygr.link/Z2KGxnBEUib Host: John Jastremski Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 13, 202135 min

Giants and Jets Lose Their Openers. Is It Too Early to Panic?

JJ opens with the Giants’ season-opening loss to the Broncos and why even though there were a ton of issues, Daniel Jones continues to be the biggest one (01:09). Then, he explains why despite their loss to the Panthers, it wasn’t all bad for the Jets (09:16). Next, he whips around the league for a quick breakdown of all the other Week 1 results, including his three biggest winners and losers (13:42), before letting some Giants and Jets fans vent on the listener voicemail line (27:11). Finally, he closes it out with a look ahead to this week's games (45:12). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Spotify Greenroom! https://spotifygr.link/Z2KGxnBEUib Host: John Jastremski Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 13, 202152 min

NFL Picks With Joe Benigno, Subway Series Dumpster Fire, Plus Mike Westhoff on the 9/11 Anniversary and More

JJ opens with the great Bucs-Cowboys game to kick off the NFL season (01:43) before shifting to the Yankees and Mets in full disaster mode (04:04). Next, he reacts to some listener voicemails (19:54) before chatting with former NFL assistant coach Mike Westhoff about his time with the Jets and Dolphins and his memories of coaching in New York after 9/11 (34:40). Then, JJ welcomes the legend Joe Benigno on for weekly NFL SuperContest picks (56:43), handicapper Art DiCesare for his best bets of the weekend (81:19), and FantasyPro’s Jason Katz for some fantasy advice (92:02). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Spotify Greenroom! https://spotifygr.link/Z2KGxnBEUib Host: John Jastremski Guests: Mike Westhoff, Joe Benigno, Art DiCesare, and Jason Katz Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 10, 20211h 47m

JJ’s NFL Over/Unders, Futures and Super Bowl Pick, Plus Yankees in Free Fall and Charles Davis

JJ opens with the Yankees’ continued free fall putting their playoff future in doubt (01:29) and Pete Alonso coming up huge for the Mets (09:06). Then he reacts to some angry Yankees voicemails (16:38) before another edition of Q&A with JJ trivia. Next, JJ previews the NFL season with CBS analyst Charles Davis (43:59) and closes it out with his five favorite over/unders, his division winners, and a Super Bowl prediction (68:57). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Spotify Greenroom! https://spotifygr.link/Z2KGxnBEUib Host: John Jastremski Guests: Charles Davis Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 8, 20211h 45m

The Yankees and Mets Roller Coasters, Ranking NY Teams Closest to a Championship, Plus Former Giant Justin Pugh

JJ opens with the Yankees’ underwhelming series loss to the Orioles and the Mets winning seven of eight (1:22). Next, he ranks all the New York teams in order of how close they are to winning a championship before reacting to a bunch of listener voicemails (14:42). Then, JJ chats with current Arizona Cardinal and former Syracuse and New York Giants offensive lineman Justin Pugh about the upcoming season, playing with Kyler Murray, and how hard it was to leave New York (35:24). Finally, JJ closes it out by looking ahead to a big slate of games coming up this week (51:18). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Spotify Greenroom! https://spotifygr.link/Z2KGxnBEUib Host: John Jastremski Guests: Justin Pugh Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 6, 20211h 1m

Peter King’s Jets, Giants, and NFL Predictions, Plus Big Stretches Ahead for the Yanks and Mets

JJ opens with the Mets showing some life by winning four straight (03:04), the Yankees ending their losing streak behind a great outing from Gerrit Cole (07:22), and why both teams need to get fat on some bad teams coming up. Next, he chats with Peter King about the hype around Zach Wilson, why the Giants might be in some trouble this year, and his other predictions for the NFL season (13:14). Finally, JJ reacts to some listener voicemails (48:54) before closing it out with a college football preview with Zach Braziller of the New York Post (72:54). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Spotify Greenroom! https://spotifygr.link/Z2KGxnBEUib Host: John Jastremski Guests: Peter King and Zach Braziller Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 3, 20211h 37m

Yankees' Division Hopes Over? Plus Thumbs Down Fallout With Former Met Paul Lo Duca.

JJ opens with the Yankees' four-game losing streak and is ready to concede the AL East to the Rays (00:40). Then, he gets into more of the thumbs down fallout with former Mets catcher Paul Lo Duca, who thinks the team should have released Javy Báez (13:16). Next, JJ reacts to some listener voicemails, including some “Q&A with JJ” trivia questions (32:47). And finally, he closes it out chatting NFL futures with Pickswise’s Jared Smith (56:17). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Spotify Greenroom! https://spotifygr.link/Z2KGxnBEUib Host: John Jastremski Guests: Paul Lo Duca and Jared Smith Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 1, 20211h 21m

Mets vs. the Fans, Jets Preview With Damien Woody, Plus NFL Futures with Cousin Sal

JJ opens by calling out Javy Baez and other Mets players for giving thumbs-down gestures at their fans because they were upset over being booed (00:48). Then, he reacts to the Yankees' winning streak ending and what they need to do the rest of the regular season (11:31). Next, JJ talks with ESPN NFL analyst Damien Woody about what he expects from the Jets, his issues with the Giants, and some other observations across the NFL (16:13). And finally, he reacts to some listener voicemails (32:18) before closing it out by chatting with Cousin Sal about the NFL futures market (52:15). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Spotify Greenroom! https://spotifygr.link/Z2KGxnBEUib Host: John Jastremski Guests: Damien Woody and Cousin Sal Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 30, 20211h 22m

Yanks Win 12th Straight on JJ’s West Coast Magical Mystery Tour, Plus Warren Sharp With an NFL Betting Preview

JJ opens with the resilient Yankees who, despite blowing a 6-run lead, get a win in Oakland making it twelve straight victories (00:50). Then, he breaks down the growing toxicity around the Mets and the drama around Noah Syndergaard’s rehab (06:11) before reacting to a couple listener voicemails (12:32). Next, JJ chats with The Ringer’s Warren Sharp about Giants and Jets predictions, over and underrated teams, and some other futures bets (25:09). Finally, he closes it out with what to look for in the final preseason game for the Jets and Giants (50:49). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Spotify Greenroom! https://spotifygr.link/Z2KGxnBEUib Host: John Jastremski Guests: Warren Sharp Producer: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 27, 20211h 1m

Yanks Win 11th Game in a Row, Plus Hall of Famer John Smoltz

JJ is in Vegas and opens with the Yankees winning their 11th consecutive game and his regret over betting the Mets (00:55). Next, he chats with Hall of Fame pitcher and FOX MLB analyst John Smoltz about why he never quit on the Yankees, the Mets letting him down, and the best game of his career in the 1996 World Series (11:34). Then, JJ reacts to some listener voicemails including a couple Q&A With JJ trivia questions (39:27). And finally, he closes it out breaking down some NFL futures with Art DiCesare of the Linq Sportsbook (62:57). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Spotify Greenroom! https://spotifygr.link/Z2KGxnBEUib Host: John Jastremski Guests: John Smoltz and Art DiCesare Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 25, 20211h 26m

Can the Mets Save Their Season? Plus Zach Wilson Showed Us His Wow Factor

JJ opens with by discussing whether the Mets can realistically play their way back into the playoffs with six weeks left in the season (01:10). Then, he gets into the Yankees playing like the best team in baseball (05:23) before telling Jets fans they should be cautiously optimistic about Zach Wilson (10:36). Next, JJ chats with former Met Nelson Figueroa (13:25) before reacting to some listener voicemails (35:28). And finally, he closes it out with some NFL futures picks with Harry Gagnon (57:09). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Nelson Figueroa and Harry Gagnon Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 23, 20211h 22m

Jets Curse Strikes Again, Plus Break Up the Yankees!

JJ reacts to the bad news from Jets camp that big free agent signing Carl Lawson tore his Achilles and is out for the season (00:51). Then he chats with actor and massive Yankees fan Nick Turturro about the team’s turnaround and why he’s not settling for the wild card (11:16). Next, he breaks down the Mets’ loss to the Dodgers and owner Steve Cohen calling out the teams’ hitters (29:47). Finally, he reacts to listener voicemails before closing it out with some gambling picks (34:51). 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 Producer: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 20, 20211h 4m

Bombers Back? Yankees Sweep Doubleheader and Draw Even With Red Sox.

JJ records from Yankee Stadium after the Bombers sweep their doubleheader against the Red Sox, bringing them level with Boston in the standings (1:10). Then, he discusses Giants owner John Mara’s comments about the team's need to start winning (10:06). Next, JJ chats with the Spanish radio voice of the Yankees, Rickie Ricardo (13:42); reacts to some listener voicemails (33:48); and answers a couple Q&A With JJ trivia questions (49:39). Finally, he closes it out with some fantasy football advice from Jason Katz (58:15). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Rickie Ricardo and Jason Katz Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 18, 20211h 25m

Giants Predictions and a Fantasy Preview with Danny Heifetz, Plus Mets Season on Life Support

JJ opens with the Mets getting swept by the Dodgers (00:56), the Yankees' impressive series win over the White Sox (06:33), and his takeaways from the Jets-Giants preseason game Saturday night (12:22). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Danny Heifetz about the expectations for the Giants, the NFC East, and the players he likes this season in fantasy (17:20). Finally, he closes it out with some listener voicemails (47:45) before looking ahead to some of the bets best of the week (68:53). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Danny Heifetz Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 16, 20211h 18m

Field of Disappointment for the Yankees, the Mets Show Life, and the Top Five New York Athletes Right Now

JJ opens with the "Field of Dreams" game that turned into a nightmare for the Yankees (00:38) before talking about the Mets showing some life (7:23). Then he reacts to some listener voicemails (12:19) before wrapping up his "Top Athletes in New York" list with nos. 5 through 1 (30:56). Next, he talks to classic rock DJ and big Mets fan Ken Dashow about music and his fandom before bringing on Eric Devendorf, Adam Weitsman, and Kevin Belbey from the Boeheim’s Army crew after they were crowned TBT champions (69:42). Finally, he closes it out with a preview of the Jets-Giants preseason game this weekend (91:26). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Ken Dashow, Eric Devendorf, Adam Weitsman and Kevin Belbey Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 13, 20211h 40m

Chris “Mad Dog” Russo, Mike Carver’s Best Football Bets, and Ranking the Best New York Athletes (Part 2: 10-6)

JJ opens with a predictable Yankee loss, another bad Mets rainout, and why Saquon Barkley needs to play Week 1 for the Giants (01:13). Then, he chats with legendary sports radio host Chris “Mad Dog” Russo about his career, the evolution of sports talk, and some of the top stories in New York sports (11:36). Next, he reacts to some listener voicemails including a couple of trivia questions (45:09) before getting to Part 2 of ranking the best athletes in New York right now (68:30). Finally, he closes it out with SportsGrid’s Mike Carver for some best bets as we get closer to football season (74:16). We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the Listener Line at 917-382-1151. Host: John Jastremski Guests: Chris “Mad Dog” Russo and Mike Carver Producers: Steve Ceruti and Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 11, 20211h 46m

Mets Done? Bittersweet Yankee Weekend With JackO. Plus, Ranking the Best New York Athletes Right Now (Part 1: 15-11).

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

Aug 9, 20211h 11m

Knicks Making Moves With Ian Begley, Mets in Crisis Mode, and NFL Value Bets With Ariel Epstein

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

Aug 6, 20211h 24m

Mets Continue to Slide, Yankees' Bats Come Alive, Plus Brandon Tierney

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

Aug 4, 20211h 23m

Rotten Mets Weekend, Game-Changer Rizzo, Plus Fran Fraschilla

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

Aug 2, 20211h 1m

METS TRADE FOR JAVIER BAEZ

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

Jul 30, 202150 min

Yankees Get Rizzo, Go All in With Trades. Mets Next? Plus: NBA Draft Reactions With Jonathan Tjarks.

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

Jul 30, 20211h 18m

YANKEES TRADE FOR JOEY GALLO

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

Jul 29, 202152 min

Mets and Yankees Trade Rumors, NBA Draft Preview With Zach Braziller, and Actress Melinda Clarke

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

Jul 28, 20211h 28m

It's Déjà Vu for the Yankees. Can the Season Be Salvaged?

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

Jul 26, 20211h 16m

Reacting From Fenway After a Soul-Crushing Yankees Loss. Plus: Jay Bilas Previews the NBA Draft.

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

Jul 23, 20211h 6m

The Giannis Legacy Game, Syracuse's Buddy Boeheim, and Tuesday Night Trivia

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

Jul 21, 20211h 4m

Yankee Optimism After Red Sox Series, Mets Pessimism, and Jim Leyritz Stop By

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

Jul 19, 20211h 2m

Yankees-Red Sox Postponed, Buck Showalter on Potentially Managing Again, and Michelle Margaux on the Mets and All-Star Festivities

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

Jul 16, 20211h 13m

MLB All-Star Reaction, NBA Finals With Logan Murdock, and a Voicemail AMA

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

Jul 14, 20211h 2m

A Disastrous Sunday of New York Baseball

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

Jul 12, 20211h 16m

Suns Go Up 2-0, Is It Over? Plus the Yankees Fail to Sweep the Mariners

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

Jul 9, 20211h 13m

Yankee Optimism With Nick Swisher. Plus: Chris Paul Is on a Mission.

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

Jul 7, 20211h 14m

Subway Series Recap: Mets Impress as Yankees Fans Are Fed Up

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

Jul 5, 202142 min

Yankees Hit Rock Bottom With Nick Turturro

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

Jul 2, 20211h 11m

Shohei Ohtani Envy for the Yankees? And SNY’s Steve Gelbs on the First-Place Mets, Plus Lillard-Knicks Rumors

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

Jun 30, 20211h 3m

John Sterling on the Yankees Getting Swept Again by the Red Sox

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

Jun 28, 20211h 15m

Islanders Mania With Mike Carver and Lou Merloni Previews Yankees–Red Sox

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

Jun 25, 20211h 15m

Brutal Night for the Mets and Yankees, Plus Sarah Kustok on the Nets and NBA Playoffs

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

Jun 23, 20211h 13m

The Nets Get Eliminated. Plus: Are the Yankees Back? With Ryan Ruocco

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

Jun 21, 20211h 38m

Nets-Bucks Heads to Game 7 and Mets Legend John Franco Stops By

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

Jun 18, 20211h 21m

JACOB deGROM IS HURT AGAIN AND THE METS AND YANKEES GET WINS

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

Jun 17, 202131 min

Kevin Durant’s All-Time Playoff Performance With Kaz Famuyide

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

Jun 16, 20211h 35m

Kyrie Irving Goes Down and the Nets Are in Trouble, Plus Nets Great Kerry Kittles Stops By

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

Jun 14, 20211h 12m

The State of the Yankees With Bob Klapisch. Plus, the Nets-Bucks Series Is Over.

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

Jun 11, 20211h 44m

Yankees Blow a Chance to Sweep, Nets Lose but Are Fine, Plus Alan Hahn and Mike Carver Stop By

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

Jun 9, 20211h 29m

It’s Time to Fire Aaron Boone After the Yankees Got Swept by the Red Sox, Plus Rob Perez on the NBA

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

Jun 7, 20211h 18m

Bill Simmons and Jack O Join JJ to Get You Ready for Yankees–Red Sox

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

Jun 4, 20211h 39m

THE KNICKS’ SEASON IS OVER AFTER BEING OUTCLASSED BY THE HAWKS IN FIVE GAMES

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

Jun 3, 202158 min

The Yankees End Their Four-Game Skid and the Nets Close Out the Celtics. Plus: Jerry Ferrara and Adam Schein on the Knicks and More

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

Jun 2, 20211h 44m