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Brandon Tierney unleashes a passionate tirade on the New York Yankees, demanding they shed underperforming veterans and embrace their promising young talent. He argues that the team's lack of accountability and unwillingness to reward minor league success is a fundamental flaw, urging the Yankees to make radical moves at the trade deadline to infuse the roster with fresh, capable youth, even if it means trading established names. Tierney believes the current Yankee squad is not a World Series contender and needs a complete philosophical overhaul to become one. 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

We talked about the Justin Fields injury, which is a dislocated toe, but he should be good to go for the start of the season. But, he will likely not play in preseason. Phil loves Tyrod Taylor as a backup. 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 tag team of Pete Hoffman & Anthony Gallo (A.K.A. Gore Buddies) are joined by Jason Leavy of "Fuzz On The Lens". They talk about the 2025 upcoming NFL season, New York Mets, and of course the "Terrifier" series which Jason has been a producer for. Make sure you follow Jason Leavy on X @JLeavy83, Instagram @Jaybirdd83, Anthony Gallo on X @PicoDe_Gallo, Instagram @PicoDeGallo24, and Pete Hoffman @HoffWFAN on X & Insta 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, Tiki, and Tommy give their thoughts on the passing of legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan. 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

Brandon Tierney announces the shocking news that wrestling legend Hulk Hogan has passed away at the age of 71. Tierney emphasizes the immense impact Hogan had on professional wrestling, transforming it into a global phenomenon and highlighting his iconic status alongside other transformative figures in sports like Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods. He recounts Hogan's rise to fame, including his pivotal victory over the Iron Sheik, and reflects on the emotional investment fans had in "Hulkamania," which transcended the sport itself. 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

Brandon Tierney reacts to the breaking news of Justin Fields being carted off the field, initially fearing a season-ending injury for the Jets' quarterback. However, as reports clarify it's a toe injury, Tierney expresses cautious optimism, debating the severity and potential long-term impact on Fields' running 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

Brandon Tierney goes off on the New York Yankees, emphatically declaring that their recent performance, riddled with errors and poor roster construction, signifies they have officially hit "rock bottom." He argues that despite the immediate frustration, this unprecedented low might be a much-needed wake-up call for the organization, from Hal Steinbrenner and Brian Cashman down to the players, forcing them to confront their deep-seated issues before the trade deadline. Tierney highlights the defensive woes, questionable player deployment, and overall lack of urgency as key indicators of their current disastrous state. 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

We talked about Justin Fields being carted off the field at practice this morning. It was a non-contact injury. 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 swept the Angels and Francisco Lindor snapped out of his 0-for-31 slump. The Yankees lost in Toronto and committed four more errors. We talked about the trade deadline in regards to the local teams. Boomer said the Mets need an offensive outfielder. 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 is the starting QB of the New York Giants! Plus... Mets sweep the Angels, and the Yankees get a taste of Toronto! Follow Pete Hoffman @HoffWFAN for more. 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 win again, they are hot, the Yankees are not as the same errors keep costing them. 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 Tiki open the show breaking down Brian Daboll announcing that Russell Wilson is the Giants starting QB entering 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

Brandon Tierney dissects the New York Yankees' latest thrilling victory, a much-needed win that saw Ben Rice hit a crucial home run. While celebrating the excitement of the comeback, Tierney can't ignore the glaring defensive liabilities, particularly the ongoing struggles of shortstop Anthony Volpe, who reportedly leads the league with 13 errors this season. Tierney expresses a mix of elation for the win and frustration over the team's inconsistencies, questioning how long they can afford to overlook critical errors from key players like Volpe, especially as the trade deadline approaches and they aim to contend. 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

We started the show remembering Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away yesterday. We talked about his career in music and reality television. Ozzy was mysterious before the reality show. Now with social media, we will probably not have another mysterious person like that. 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

That's right, on the day that Ozzy Osbourne passes away, both the Mets and Yankees find ways to come back and win! 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

Evan and Tiki open up the Tuesday show by discussing the defensive issues surrounding last night's loss and if Eugenio Suarez is a good fit for the team. 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

Brandon Tierney unleashes a fiery rant on the New York Yankees' persistent struggles, pinpointing a dire lack of accountability from management down to the players. He sharply criticizes manager Aaron Boone for his post-game "everything's fine" rhetoric, especially in the face of glaring on-field issues like Anthony Volpe's defensive woes and overall team complacency. Tierney argues that the Yankees have become a "circus" with no repercussions for poor performance, urging for a drastic shift in approach to reignite the team's competitive fire and address their alarming slide as the trade deadline approaches. 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 in Toronto and the left side of the infield continued to have problems, committing 2 errors last night. 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's the same old story for the Yankees and Aaron Boone in Toronto. 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 the defense being an issue for the Yankees in their loss against the Blue Jays and their need to upgrade at 3rd base. 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 is back from vacation on this Monday afternoon! The boys talk about the weekend that was for the Mets and Yankees, including a Yankees signature win on Saturday afternoon. 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

Brandon Tierney dives headfirst into the high-stakes world of the MLB trade deadline, focusing on the New York Yankees and New York Mets. With both teams showing flashes of brilliance but also significant flaws, Tierney argues that the 2025 season hinges entirely on the moves made by GMs Brian Cashman and David Stearns. He'll break down the critical needs for each squad, the pressure cooker these GMs face in the demanding New York market, and whether either team has the guts to make the necessary, game-changing trades to become true World Series contenders. It's a fiery debate on the future of New York baseball, where inaction could mean utter disaster. 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

Everyone is back today with Boomer, Gio, Jerry, Al & Eddie all in place. They started with Scottie Scheffler winning The Open Championship. He is the most dominating player in his sport and has the most boring personality. 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 second half got off to an ugly start for both teams but the Yankees had a big comeback victory on Saturday and then the Mets found a way to win and salvage a game on Sunday. 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 are back for the final half of the season. Yankees take down the Braves in Atlanta while the Mets salvage their series against the Reds. Follow Pete Hoffman @HoffWFAN on all social media 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 candid and revealing interview, Sal Licata is joined by Mets legend David Wright on the eve of his number five retirement ceremony. Wright opens up about the emotional weight of the occasion, reflecting on his unparalleled connection with the Mets fanbase, his "once a Met, always a Met" philosophy, and the surreal feeling of joining iconic numbers in the rafters. From his earliest days in the majors to the 2015 World Series run and the challenging road back from injury, Wright shares heartfelt anecdotes and behind-the-scenes insights into a career defined by unwavering dedication and a profound bond with New York. 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 infielder Daniel Murphy for a no-holds-barred discussion about the indelible legacy of David Wright as his number five is retired. Murphy shares candid insights into Wright's evolution as a player and leader, reminiscing about key moments, his quiet competitive fire, and the sheer athleticism that often went unnoticed, all while playfully jabbing at Sal and Josh Satin about fantasy football and golf rivalries. 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 TJ Watt extension led Gio to ponder how teams can really know which players are worth investing in. Salaries are skyrocketing and players can make more money off the field than ever before. A lot of players only care about the money these days. 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

Shaun, Tiki, and Loogy discuss Russell Wilson and the Giants this upcoming season and if he can revive his career with Big Blue. 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 talks with former Mets President Sandy Alderson talking about his time with the Mets, 2015 season, and David Wright number retirement 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 talks with former Knicks shooting guard John Straks talking Knicks new Head Coach hire Jalen Brunson, and expectations heading into next season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sal talks with Willie Randolph about Managing with Mets and playing and coaching with the Yankees, David Wrights number retirement. 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 interviews former Yankees Manager Joe Torre discussing the Yankees free agency moves, life managing the Yankees and World Series 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

KAT has a lot to prove and the ability to do it all on the court. Boomer wonders if KAT wants to be great and put in the work to get there or if he’s happy with where he already is. Gio hopes KAT uses this as fuel to fire him up moving forward. 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

Shaun, Tiki, and Loogy break down the merits of the swing-off and why it might find its way to regular season play. 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 talks with former Mets Manager Terry Collins about his career with the Mets, and David Wrights number retirement and his impact to the impact he made to the team 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 says now that the All-Star game is over we are moving into trade season for Brian Cashman and David Stearns. Boomer says both teams are close enough to a championship that they have to be aggressive and go for it. Gio says it depends on who is available. They discuss it all with details. 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

One of the more entertaining All-Star games took an unexpected turn after the 9th inning. Plus, the Jets don't sleep on Sauce. 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

Coming off the Garrett Wilson extension news, Shaun and Tiki talk about the most important Jets and Giants player heading into the season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sal is absolutely fuming over Juan Soto's All-Star Game snub, calling out Major League Baseball for what he perceives as a blatant disregard for the fans and a nonsensical decision, perhaps fueled by jealousy over Soto's contract. He argues that despite any minor statistical nitpicks, Soto's overall performance and star power demand his inclusion, especially given the All-Star Game's purpose to showcase the sport's best. Sal goes as far as to declare a personal boycott, emphasizing the absurdity of an All-Star Game without a player of Soto's caliber. 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 & Gio begin the morning talking about Garrett Wilson’s contract extension with the Jets. The Jets did not have to make this deal now but they could be glad down the road that they acted early. Gio says extending Wilson before Sauce Gardner was the right move. Wilson had a strong third season with the Jets and he earned an extension while Gardner did not. 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 derby was a dud for the one local participant, but there was one New York Athlete who cashed in big on Monday!!! Follow Pete Hoffman for more at @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

Shaun, Tiki and Tommy give their thoughts on what the Mets and Yankees biggest concerns are at the All-Star Break. 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 delivered his fiery first-half grades for New York's baseball teams, giving the Mets a resounding 'A' for exceeding expectations and overcoming significant injuries, despite Juan Soto's struggles with runners in scoring position. In contrast, he handed the Yankees a 'B', citing maddening inconsistencies, questionable managerial decisions, defensive blunders (particularly from Anthony Volpe), and a general underperformance against pre-season expectations, even with Aaron Judge's stellar play. Licata emphasized that while both teams are in good spots heading into the All-Star break, the Yankees have more room for improvement, and he isn't shy about calling out their flaws. 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

Both the Yankees and Mets are in a good spot at the break. Gio considered buying tickets for the second half of the season. When the guys went to a Mets game last summer it was a “catalyst spot”. How many trades will Brian Cashman make before 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

C-Mac tackles the looming MLB trade deadline. Do the Yankees have more urgent needs than the Mets, and will they actually trade top prospects like Spencer Jones? Plus, can the Mets justify moving young pitching for a rental, given their aversion to big spending on arms? 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 All-Star Break is finally here and both the Yankees and the Mets end the final Sunday before the break with a big fat L. Did the Yankees send a message with their draft picks? 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

BT and Sal delve into the recently released SNY documentary about former Mets captain David Wright, titled "The Right Way." Sal, having watched the nearly two-hour film, praises it as SNY's best documentary yet, highlighting the intimate look at Wright's humble beginnings, his blue-collar family, and his journey through the minor leagues to becoming a Mets icon. They discuss Wright's career highs, like the 2015 World Series appearance, and the heartbreaking lows, particularly the injuries that shortened his career, including a pivotal play that led to his back issues. Sal passionately argues that, excluding Tom Seaver, David Wright is undeniably the greatest Met of all time due to his character, leadership, and overall impact, despite some personal reservations during Wright's playing career due to unmet expectations. 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 engage in a spirited, sarcastic, and often fiery debate about two recent slides to home plate: Anthony Volpe's game-winning "swim move" for the Yankees, and Pete Alonso's less-heralded, but still effective, slide for the Mets. Sal, ever the contrarian, dismisses the excessive praise for Volpe's slide, arguing it's overblown due to his otherwise poor season and that his speed alone should have gotten him there. BT, however, defends Volpe's athleticism and the brilliance of his maneuver, sparking a heated back-and-forth as they dissect the mechanics and context of both slides, ultimately agreeing to disagree on which was truly superior and how much credit each player deserves. 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 dive into the Yankees' most improbable win of the season, a comeback where they were no-hit through seven innings and trailed by five runs before roaring back for a dramatic victory. They analyze how this gritty, old-school win, featuring clutch at-bats from unexpected heroes, felt different from their usual "bully ball" home run barrages, hinting at a potential shift in the team's character and a glimpse of the "Yankees of old" that fans have desperately missed. Despite acknowledging the flaws of being shut down for so long, they can't help but be excited about the offensive potential and renewed belief this monumental win has ignited. 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