The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react LIVE to the Mets’ Opening Day rollercoaster — and things get absolutely chaotic. From Craig declaring the game “OVER” way too early to bullpen panic, wild tangents, and hilarious on-air moments, this segment has it all.

It’s a chaotic Opening Day edition of The Carton Show on WFAN! Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to a HUGE start to the baseball season, the Yankees dominate, the Mets survive late drama, and things get hilariously off the rails.

The guys go ALL IN with their official 2026 MLB predictions, Who will be in the World Series? Who will be the MVP of both leagues? Find out in this segment!

Did Barry Bonds REALLY turn down the New York Yankees and even hang up on George Steinbrenner?!

Opening Day brings out the BEST and the most ridiculous takes

Should New York Yankees fans be worried about Aaron Judge after a brutal 0-for-5, 4 strikeout Opening Day performance? Craig Carton and Chris “Big Mac” McMonigle says "relax"

Opening Day is HERE and the New York Yankees wasted no time making a statement with a dominant 7-0 win but somehow the biggest story might be the Netflix broadcast disaster

WFAN has you covered for Opening Day! Mets legend Ron Darling drops by to share his season outlook, the one-and-only Tommy from Yonkers brings the heat, and the team breaks down everything you need to know before the first pitch in Queens.

It's finally here... Baseball is back and no one is happier than Chris McMonigle as the Yankees are going to play ball! Plus, we find out that the Giants offered Matt Stafford $100 million dollars to join the team. We're inching closer to the first pitch of the 2026 season and the anticipation is rising, so let's get ices! Craig and C-Mac find out the details on the 9/9/9 challenge at the ballpark, and it sounds like a scam! Craig and C-Mac can't old back their laughter as they find out how "Thing" from the Addams Family is going to throw out the first pitch. Suzyn Waldman joins Craig & C-Mac to talk about opening day, Luis Gil's return to the rotation and if there are any concerns for the 2026 season. Plus, it's Wednesday which means the boys SPIN THAT WHEEL!

It's finally here... Baseball is back and no one is happier than Chris McMonigle as the Yankees are going to play ball! Plus, we find out that the Giants offered Matt Stafford $100 million dollars to join the team.

We're inching closer to the first pitch of the 2026 season and the anticipation is rising, so let's get ices!

Craig and C-Mac find out the details on the 9/9/9 challenge at the ballpark, and it sounds like a scam!

Craig and C-Mac can't old back their laughter as they find out how "Thing" from the Addams Family is going to throw out the first pitch. Suzyn Waldman joins Craig & C-Mac to talk about opening day, Luis Gil's return to the rotation and if there are any concerns for the 2026 season. Plus, it's Wednesday which means the boys SPIN THAT WHEEL!

Craig Carton and Chris “Big Mac” McMonigle are joined by legendary Yankees radio voice Suzyn Waldman

Things got VERY strange on The Carton Show as Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to a viral video of “Thing” from Wednesday potentially delivering the first pitch on Opening Day

Breaking news from The Carton Show on WFAN—and it’s not good for Mets fans. Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react LIVE to the so-called “999 Challenge” coming to Citi Field… but when the details come out, things get heated FAST.

It’s Opening Day chaos on WFAN as Craig Carton and Chris “Big Mac” McMonigle go OFF on what REALLY defines the Yankees experience.

Opening Day is HERE and things get SPICY on WFAN. Craig Carton and Chris “Big Mac” McMonigle break down the Yankees’ biggest concerns heading into the 2026 season from Aaron Judge’s health to the shaky bullpen and a questionable bottom of the lineup

It’s Opening Day and the vibes are still HIGH but now it’s time to get REAL about the New York Yankees.

It’s Opening Day and the energy is HIGH on WFAN but not all Yankees fans are feeling it and Craig Carton is NOT having it

Baseball is BACK and the energy is off the charts on the Carton Show! Craig Carton and Chris “Big Mac” McMonigle kick off Opening Day with pure excitement as the New York Yankees begin their 2026 season. From the magic and nostalgia of Opening Day to why fans should STILL believe in this Yankees team, the guys bring the passion early.

Former Yankee Nick Swisher joins WFAN to discuss New York’s pitching depth and the competitive AL East landscape as the team prepares for the 2026 season. The episode also dives into the ongoing debate over who truly controls the daily lineup as the Bronx Bombers gear up for Opening Day.

From ‘Go Get ‘Em’ (Subscribe Here): The 2026 season is just about here, and Chris McMonigle previews his biggest concerns and makes his boldest predictions for what to expect from the Yankees this year. C-Mac explains why sending down Jasson Dominguez was the right move (2:00), his concerns about the pitching staff and Luis Gil (15:00), and why the "run it back" criticism is misguided (25:00). Plus, more season predictions for what is to come in 2026 (39:00). 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

There's never any holding back with the Carton Show. Whether it's criticism over who's a real St. Johns fan, which side of the WFAN war we're on or the latest Yankee promotion, Craig and C-Mac dive in head first and hold no punches! Netflix chooses a significant Thing to throw out the first pitch. Plus, we learn who is the odd man out of the Yankees rotation. Steve Schirripa joins Craig and C-Mac to talk about the two events at MSG that he is donating his time to. The event for the NYPD and Garden of Laughs. Plus, Rickie Ricardo stops by to discuss the latest from the New York Yankees. We're 24 hours away from the New York Yankees season opener! But in bigger news, Yankee fans are getting pumped with the new good luck charm!

There's never any holding back with the Carton Show. Whether it's criticism over who's a real St. Johns fan, which side of the WFAN war we're on or the latest Yankee promotion, Craig and C-Mac dive in head first and hold no punches!

Netflix chooses a significant Thing to throw out the first pitch. Plus, we learn who is the odd man out of the Yankees rotation.

Steve Schirripa joins Craig and C-Mac to talk about the two events at MSG that he is donating his time to. The event for the NYPD and Garden of Laughs. Plus, Rickie Ricardo stops by to discuss the latest from the New York Yankees.

We're 24 hours away from the New York Yankees season opener! But in bigger news, Yankee fans are getting pumped with the new good luck charm!

Legendary New York Yankees Spanish play-by-play voice Ricky Ricardo joins the Carton Show to break down everything from the World Baseball Classic to the start of the 2026 Yankees season. Ricky shares his wild stories from the Miami nightlife at Club Eleven , explains why Latin American baseball fans just do it better , and gives us the ultimate insider scoop on Aaron Judge’s mindset after a tough postseason.

Things are getting HEATED (and hilarious) on WFAN as Craig Carton and Chris "Big Mac" McMonigle gear up for Yankee Opening Day! From Craig "directing" the station's schedule to get Big Mac home for the first pitch, to a surprise appearance by a producer in a neon orange ski mask, this segment has it all. Plus, the guys dive into a "deadly" HBO horse racing mystery and reveal the one Richard Dreyfuss movie that makes grown men sob. You won't believe how Craig convinces Emmanuel Berbari to take over the airwaves!

Things go OFF THE RAILS on the WFAN as Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to the bizarre new New York Yankees partnership that has everyone talking.

The legendary Steve Schirripa (Bobby Bacala from The Sopranos and Blue Bloods) stops by The Carton Show on WFAN to hang out with Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle! Steve dives deep into the archives to share incredible, never-before-heard stories about James Gandolfini’s legendary generosity, the "unspoken rules" real-life wiseguys expected the cast to follow, and why he actually took a pay cut to leave Las Vegas for the role of a lifetime.

The New York Yankees just made a move NOBODY saw coming and Craig Carton is LOSING IT. For the first time EVER, Yankee Stadium is introducing a controversial new policy in men’s restrooms and it’s got everyone talking

Opening Day is supposed to be SACRED… right?! Not anymore

The New York Yankees just made a STUNNING roster decision and it could change EVERYTHING. Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle break down why sending Luis Gil to the minors is WAY bigger than it looks

The New York Yankees season is FINALLY here and Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle are already FIRED UP. Also, Carton goes OFF on the sudden wave of St. John's Red Storm fans, calling out “Johnny-come-latelys” and sparking MAJOR backlash online 😳

The hosts of WFAN react to the Red Storm punching its ticket to the Round of 16 for the first time since 1999, setting up a showdown against the tournament's No. 1 overall seed, Duke.

From 'NYYST' (subscribe here): The Yankees begin the 2026 campaign on March 25. Join Christian and Sem as they look at the roster that will be in San Francisco. Also, what’s your level of confidence in Gerrit Cole as he comes back from Tommy John Surgery. 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

All the content you could ever need or ever want all wrapped-up in Monday's Full Show. The Johnnies Continue on, Cam Skattebo is unfortunately slightly dumb, and much much more.

Hour 1: Craig and Cmac break down the Johnnies advancing to their first Sweet Sixteen since 1999, Cam Skattebo is just sort of dumb no biggie, and Craig debuts his Aztek Death Whistle to much fanfare.

Craig and Chris debate whether Travis Kelce feels emasculated by Taylor Swift, who makes more money in three months that Travis has made his whole career. Plus, Steve Cohen and the possible salary cap.

Hour 3: The Uso Brothers will be featured in Netflix's Opening Day, Boone could be mad at Big Mac, and much more.

Craig gives the breaking news that a cornhole player with no arms or legs committed murder. Plus, there is a Painter that paints with his penis, Flag Football, and much more.

Is the World’s Greatest Sports Radio Station actually in trouble? Craig Carton and Chris "Big Mac" McMonigle react to viral TikToks claiming the industry is collapsing and address the "dumbest thing you could ever say" regarding the health of WFAN.

Is Syracuse Basketball "crying hunger with a loaf of bread under their arm?" Craig Carton and Chris "Big Mac" McMonigle dive into a wild story about Jim Boeheim, a wealthy Syracuse alum, and a $30 Million profit that somehow isn't reaching the players.

Is Netflix already ruining Major League Baseball? Craig Carton and Chris "Big Mac" McMonigle go off on the "ridiculous" and "gimmicky" announcements for the Yankees vs. Giants season opener! From WWE Superstars The Usos crashing the broadcast to Jameis Winston in the studio, Craig argues that the "baseball purist" experience is being sullyed by a desperate search for eyeballs.

Is this the scariest sound in radio history? Craig Carton breaks out the Aztec Death Whistle and the reactions are priceless! From scaring the management in the bathroom to debating if it sounds like Sydney Sweeney being chased by zombies, this segment is pure chaos.

Is the Steve Cohen era of "spending like a drunken sailor" officially over? Craig Carton and Chris "Big Mac" McMonigle dive into a bombshell report that multiple MLB insiders have confirmed: Steve Cohen and the Dodgers ownership are actually ON BOARD with a permanent Salary Cap in baseball!

Is Travis Kelce’s massive new extension a total waste of money? Craig Carton and Chris "Big Mac" McMonigle break down the SHOCKING news of Kelce’s three-year, $54 million deal with the Kansas City Chiefs. Craig doesn't hold back, claiming Kelce has "lost a step" and is only staying on the field because he's afraid of being a "house husband" to billionaire Taylor Swift!

Is this the final season of MLB as we know it?! Craig Carton and Chris "C-Mac" McMonigle pull no punches in this wild segment from WFAN. From C-Mac’s "disrespectful" TV debut to a heated debate over St. John’s fans complaining about refs after their biggest win in 25 years, the energy is through the roof.