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If you thought being swept at home by the Guardians was bad enough, the Mets were a Juan Soto home run away from being NO HIT! But at least the bullpen looks good. New York Yankees decided to show a little fight and beat the Rangers on the road to end a losing streak. Follow Pete Hoffman @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a revealing conversation, former Mets GM Zack Scott was pressed about the infamous 2021 trade that sent a young Pete Crow-Armstrong to the Cubs for Javier Báez. Scott candidly explained the front office's thought process at the time, admitting that while they valued Crow-Armstrong's defense and makeup, they fundamentally missed on his offensive potential, specifically his power. He detailed how the team, in a "win-now" mode under new ownership, prioritized a veteran bat for a playoff push, and how the industry as a whole underestimated Crow-Armstrong's future stardom. This discussion offers a rare glimpse into the complex and often unforgiving world of baseball front office decision-making. 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

Sal Licata sits down with former Mets acting general manager Zack Scott to discuss the true story behind his highly publicized 2021 arrest and subsequent termination. Scott, who was recently exonerated of all charges, shares his account of the event, explaining that he was tired, not intoxicated, and that video evidence presented in court confirmed his innocence. He reveals that despite being cleared and even being asked to return to his role, the Mets still fired him without a clear explanation, a decision he believes was influenced by the team's "zero tolerance" climate at the time. 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

Sal held a direct and fiery conversation with Mets manager Carlos Mendoza about the team's recent struggles, which have seen them lose seven of their last eight games. Sal pressed Mendoza on the team's frustrating inconsistency, particularly with their star-studded offense. While Mendoza acknowledged the team's struggles and the need for more complete games, he maintained confidence in his roster, emphasizing that the players are working hard and will eventually turn things around. Sal ended the interview by reminding Mendoza that King Cohen had done his part by providing the talent, and now it's up to the manager and players to "get the job done." 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

The Yankees lost again and rumors of Aaron Boone getting fired are growing. 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

Aaron Boone lost his clubhouse and helped his team lose a game. 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

The New York Mets & Yankees have won a combined 1 game since the trade deadline on Thursday. They've played 5 games each. That's not good. Follow Pete Hoffman @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keith talks about how the Yankees and Mets struggles continue with their losing streaks and how both teams need to be criticized heavily. 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

Evan and Shaun discuss Evan's opinion that the Yankees need to fire manager Aaron Boone. 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

Sal lit into the Yankees for their latest loss, blaming the team's culture of prioritizing a player's feelings over winning. He was especially incensed by the decision to let Devin Williams close out the game, a move that he believes was made to avoid hurting Williams' feelings after he had already proven to be unreliable. Sal argued that this "soft" approach and lack of accountability are at the heart of the team's ongoing struggles, leading to a frustrating and predictable loss. He insisted that the Yankees' management and coaching staff are afraid to make tough, performance-based decisions, and it's costing them games they should be winning. 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

The Mets' frustrating loss prompted Gio to liken them to the Knicks: good but inconsistent in the regular season. Boomer noted the constant "gut punches" for both the Mets and Yankees. Aaron Judge returns tonight as DH, keeping Giancarlo Stanton out. 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

Monday's blown save in Texas has to be the last time the Yankees ask Devin Williams to close a game. 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

Mets and Yankees both lose in extra innings. Follow Pete Hoffman @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russell Wilson gets booed at summer slam. Shaun and Tommy react. 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

The Yankees' biggest problem isn't their recent losing streak or a few bad plays, but a deep-seated culture of complacency and a lack of accountability that has been festering for years. Sal argues that this is by design, stemming from the front office's decision to move on from a disciplinarian manager like Joe Girardi in favor of a more "player-friendly" approach with Aaron Boone. He points to repeated on-field blunders, from Austin Wells walking off a base to Jazz Chisholm getting doubled off, as evidence of a team that doesn't face repercussions for its mistakes. Sal believes this systemic issue, where players are coddled and managers are protected, is a direct result of a front office that doesn't feel pressure to win it all, creating a chain reaction of low expectations and sloppy play that permeates the entire organization. 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

It was a beautiful weekend in the area except for where the baseball teams are concerned. The Yankees were swept by the Marlins and Gio says this is the most pressure Aaron Boone has faced as the manager. 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

The Yankees have underachieved, Aaron Boone's message is falling flat, and it appears he's lost the team. Chris says it's not the lack of accountability he has a problem with, it's the lack of urgency that's costing them. For the first time, C-Mac admits, it's time for the Yankees to part ways with Aaron Boone. 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

It was another wasted weekend for the both the Mets and ESPECIALLY the Yankees... but at least their was a great distraction at Metlife as WWE Summer Slam took over! For More follow @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Yankees General Manager joined Evan and Tiki following the Trade 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

A Cowboys star has declared he wants to be traded 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

In a lively studio discussion, WWE's Michael Cole joined BT & Sal to share his passionate New York Mets fandom and offer insights into the upcoming two-night SummerSlam event at MetLife Stadium. Cole, a self-proclaimed "massive Mets fan," expressed mixed feelings about the team's trade deadline moves, praising the bullpen acquisitions but lamenting the lack of offensive help. The conversation also delved into Cole's extensive career as a WWE commentator, highlighting the unique challenges and joys of his role, including surprising moments like Brock Lesnar ending The Undertaker's WrestleMania streak and John Cena's heel turn. He shared his personal take on wrestling legends, naming Hulk Hogan and John Cena as his top two, and revealed how he prepares for major WWE events like SummerSlam, emphasizing the storytelling and character development aspects of his job. 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

In their post-deadline analysis, BT and Sal gave the New York Mets and Yankees a "solid" grade for their trade deadline moves, though neither felt the teams truly "crushed it." While acknowledging both clubs addressed critical bullpen needs and secured important position players (Mullins for the Mets, McMahon for the Yankees), they expressed a slight disappointment that neither team made the "over the top" blockbuster moves that would have earned them an A+ in their eyes, particularly the Yankees not landing a top-tier starter or Kwan, and the Mets settling for Mullins instead of a "splashier" center field option like Robert. Both hosts agreed that while improved, neither team went "all in" at the expense of top prospects. 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

Boomer gives Brian Cashman credit for a great trade deadline. The Yankees got 3 back-end relievers. Gio says it was fun to watch both the Yankees and Mets be aggressive without giving up top prospects. Boomer takes a look at the schedule and says the Yankees are about to take off. Boomer is mad at Gio for a bet he made on whether or not Boomer would eat a fried cannoli. The guys agree that both teams did what they needed to at the deadline. 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

Mets and Yankees made their fair share of trades. How did they do compared to other playoff contenders? Follow @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Giants rookie running back, Cam Skattebo, joins the show live from Giants Training Camp. 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

Giants rookie pass rusher, Abdul Carter, joins the show live from Giants Training Camp. 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

Giants WR, Malik Nabers, joins the show live from Giants Training Camp. 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

Giants General Manger, Joe Schoen, joins the show live from Giants Training Camp. 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

Giants rookie QB, Jaxson Dart, joins the show live from Giants Training Camp. 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

Hour 1: The guys start the show by saying the Yankees have been too quiet during today's trade deadline, followed by the initial reaction to the Yankees acquisition of relief pitcher David Bednar. 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

In this engaging interview, Cody Rhodes joins BT & Sal to discuss the historic two-night SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium, his highly anticipated street fight with mentor John Cena, and the indelible legacy of his father, Dusty Rhodes. Cody opens up about his journey from a slow start in WWE to becoming a main event staple, the unique dynamics of the wrestling world, and his surprising affinity for getting "beat up" in the ring. He also shares candid insights into his relationship with his father's legacy, the evolution of the locker room culture, and the challenges and triumphs of being a top-tier WWE superstar. 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

The New York Mets made significant waves at the trade deadline on Wednesday, acquiring Tyler Rogers and Ryan Helsley to bolster their bullpen without giving up any top prospects. This strategic move addresses a major weakness, transforming the Mets' bullpen into a formidable force for a deep postseason run, complementing their already strong offensive lineup, and positioning them as serious World Series contenders. 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

Stu Feiner and Frank the Tank join Boomer and Gio. Boomer asks Frank about the Mets trade deadline moves so far. Stu feels good about the Mets. Frank is a Dolphins fan but appreciates the Giants for defeating the undefeated Patriots in Super Bowl XLII. He is not optimistic about his own team. Stu is optimistic about the New York teams exceeding expectations this year. They are at Giants camp to run a play with Eli Manning today. Eli will throw a button hook to Frank as Stu tries to cover him. 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

Jevon Holland was one of the prized free agent signings in March and he joins Boomer & Gio. Gio asks Boomer what comes to mind first when he hears “Jevon Holland” and Boomer says it’s that Holland is Canadian. For Gio, it’s that Holland returned Tim Boyle’s “Fail Mary” 100 yards for a TD in that infamous Jets Black Friday game. Holland thinks the Giants have the bones to be a great defense. 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

Giants head coach Brian Daboll joins us next to discuss leading his QB room and preparing for the season. Daboll says he has a great relationship with John Mara and does not feel any added pressure this season beyond his usual drive to win games. Daboll tells the guys what he likes about Jaxson Dart. Daboll is also excited about coaching Abdul Carter. Daboll wants an update on whether or not the guys are going to Streamsong in September. 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

Dexter Lawrence joins the show to discuss his excitement for the season. Lawrence says the D-line leads the team and speaks about adding a player as talented as Abdul Carter. 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

Russell Wilson joins us to talk about being the new Giants starting QB. Russ talks about coming into a new locker room and establishing himself as a leader as well as how important it is to him to get involved in the local community. He does not regret the “Mr. Unlimited” video and does it for Gio in person. 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

Jameis Winston is our first guest at Giants camp. He is loving the New Jersey/New York culture and how people are straight to the point here. He also loves Italian culture. All he knew about New Jersey before joining the Giants was the TV show “Jersey Shore”. Gio was the sideline reporter for Pitt during Winston’s first start for Florida State. Winston preaches to be aggressive, not reckless. Winston adds that Malik Nabers is capable of being the best receiver in the NFL. 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

Yankees and Mets had very different days. Mets lose the game, but set themselves up for the battle as they and two top tier relievers. Yankees grab a right handed bat and walk off in the 11th with a W. Follow Pete Hoffman @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did Aaron Boone finally show Yankees fans he is frustrated with Anthony Volpe? 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

In a revealing interview, WWE executive and legendary superstar Triple H joined BT & Sal to discuss a range of topics, from the passing and enduring legacy of Hulk Hogan to the groundbreaking two-night SummerSlam event. Triple H offered insights into the challenges and evolution of the wrestling business in the digital age, highlighting the increased fan interest in behind-the-scenes content like the "Unreal" series. He also touched on the creative process within WWE and the balance between honoring tradition and embracing modern entertainment demands. 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

In a heated exchange, BT and Sal fiercely debated the New York Yankees' perplexing situation with struggling shortstop Anthony Volpe. Sal, exasperated by Volpe's continued defensive miscues and mental struggles, vehemently argued that the only solution is to send him down to the minors for a complete reset, asserting that the current "noise" and pressure are insurmountable in the majors. BT, while acknowledging Volpe's woes, pushed back on an immediate demotion, suggesting that a prolonged benching to clear his head, rather than a full-blown demotion, should be attempted first, emphasizing that Volpe's offensive flashes indicate he's not entirely overwhelmed. The core of their disagreement revolved around the severity of Volpe's mental state and the most effective path to salvage his potential for a Yankees team desperately chasing a division title. 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

Will they go to Aly’s wedding this weekend? Jerry keeps getting lopped off but Boomer says it isn’t intentional. Boomer is angry at what he calls the misconception that Jerry is always getting left out. Jerry is not being left out of the show trip to Pebble Beach. Jerry maintains that he is not upset about any of this. 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

The YES Network broadcast on Monday night left Yankees fans frustrated 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

Despite a recent grand slam and flashes of his offensive potential, the debate rages on for the Mets regarding Mark Vientos at the trade deadline. BT and Sal dissect the difficult decision, weighing his impressive power against defensive liabilities and a crowded infield. The question isn't if a move will be made, but whether Vientos's boom-or-bust profile and inconsistent play will finally lead to his departure, despite emotional fan ties to his past October heroics. 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

Boomer and Gio are back today and open the show discussing yesterday’s tragic shooting in Manhattan. The shooter had a note on his person expressing grievances against the NFL related to CTE. An off-duty NYPD officer was among the four people the shooter killed. One NFL employee was seriously injured. Boomer and Gio agree that modern athletes know the risks of playing football. 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

The Yankees got good news, all things considered, over the weekend for their star player To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT and Sal tear into the Yankees' egregious mishandling of Aaron Judge's injury, revealing a pattern of organizational blunders and a roster construction that sabotages their star player. They argue that the team's desperation and unwillingness to make tough decisions have led to a "grotesque and unacceptable" period in Yankee history, prioritizing other players over Judge's health and the team's overall success. 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

Jerry and Dani Wexelman are here today and they are questioning what the 2025 Yankees are. Aaron Judge avoided a serious injury but will miss at least 10 days. Jerry and Dani agree that the Yankees will still be a playoff team. Dani preaches patience. 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

The Yankees lose two of three and Aaron Judge. The Mets stay hot with 7 straight wins. The MLB trade deadline is days away. Are the Yankees AND Mets buyers? For more follow Pete Hoffman @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices