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Juan Soto has exited after the first inning of the Mets game. Good news, the Mets bats woke up! 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 Yankees are off to a scorching start in 2026 and their pitching staff might already be the BEST in baseball. Craig Carton and Chris “Big Mac” McMonigle break down the Yankees' early dominance, including a stellar outing from Max Fried and surprising contributions across the rotation and bullpen. 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 Knicks continue to send up red flags as their lack of chemistry becomes impossible to ignore. After another sluggish start and uninspired performance, the focus shifts from individual talent to a bigger question about whether this roster actually works together as a unit with the playoffs quickly approaching. Evan and Tiki break down the growing disconnect between Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, the struggles of the starting five, and why the offense and defense both look out of sync. They also question coaching decisions, lineup adjustments, and whether this team can realistically fix its issues in time or if these problems are deeper than just a late season slump. 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

Gio knows what teams are trying to do against the Knicks, and it’s working, and that’s concerning for the playoffs. 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

Craig Carton and Chris “Big Mac” McMonigle kick off the show reacting to stunning comments from Jets head coach Aaron Glenn, who doubled down on his belief that Geno Smith can lead the team to the “Promised Land.” 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 first full night of New York baseball sparks instant reactions as the Mets find a way to win behind their bullpen while the Yankees fall late in a game filled with second guessing. Early season decisions from both managers take center stage, raising questions about urgency versus long term strategy. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dive into the Yankees’ aggressive use of the ABS challenge system, Aaron Boone’s bullpen choices, and why fan frustration hits harder during late night losses. On the Mets side, the focus shifts to bullpen execution, clutch concerns carrying over from last year, and whether early results should already shape 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

Yanks were 5 for 5 in ABS challenges last night and umpires are increasingly ending up with egg on their faces. 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

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to a WILD weekend in sports! Duke blows a 19-point lead to UConn in a shocking collapse, Carton unloads on the Blue Devils and explains why he LOVES seeing Duke lose, Debate over whether UConn deserves the hype or if fans are overreacting, St. John’s expectations vs reality, Mets take the series… but fans are already BOOING?!, Early-season frustrations with Bo Bichette, Juan Soto & the offense 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

Opening Weekend is in the books, and the reactions are already getting loud. After just three games, the Yankees are being talked about like a dominant force with elite pitching and a lineup firing early, while the Mets are already facing questions despite a winning series. It is the perfect mix of excitement and overreaction that only baseball’s return can bring. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber lean into the early storylines, breaking down why the Yankees’ hot start feels both real and exaggerated, and why Mets fans are already uneasy about certain performances. They explore standout pitching, early offensive trends, and the natural urge to draw big conclusions from a tiny sample size as the season gets underway. 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 Final Four is set and we talk about it, in particular St. John’s loss to Duke and UConn beating Duke. 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

Middleweight Joe Pyfer discusses his upcoming fight versus 2x former champion Israel Adesanya this Saturday night at UFC Fight Night 271. 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 story comes full circle. After a shocking medical emergency during Mets Opening Day at Citi Field, the fan at the center of it all joins Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle live on WFAN. Martin shares what he remembers from the moment he collapsed, reveals it was NOT a heart attack, and delivers an emotional thank you to the Good Samaritans, ER doctor, and first responders who rushed to save him. From chaos in the stands to walking out of the hospital the same night — this is an incredible, feel-good New York story you don’t want to miss. 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

An unbelievable and emotional story out of Opening Day at Citi Field. During the Mets’ home opener, a fan suffered a medical emergency in the stands — but thanks to quick action from a Good Samaritan, an ER doctor, NYPD, and stadium staff, his life was saved. Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle break down the incredible chain of events, including firsthand accounts from the doctor and the fan who performed CPR. From chaos to celebration, this is one of the most powerful sports stories you’ll hear all year. Plus, reactions to the Mets’ win, the Yankees staying undefeated, and more from a packed Friday show. 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 NCAA Tournament intensity is reaching another level as St. John’s resurgence collides with Duke’s high expectations. With a Final Four feel in the air, the conversation dives into whether this red-hot St. John’s team is truly destined for a breakthrough or if Duke will reassert its dominance when it matters most. From Rick Pitino’s remarkable redemption arc to questions about Duke’s vulnerability, the discussion explores key matchups, coaching contrasts, and the rise of standout talent like Cameron Boozer. The episode also zooms out to examine a stacked region featuring powerhouse programs, breaking down why this stretch of March Madness feels as wide open—and as compelling—as ever. 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

Opening Day delivered exactly what Mets fans were craving a win, a fresh identity, and plenty of reasons for optimism. The guys break down how the Mets manufactured runs, battled through tough at-bats, and showed off a new offensive approach that could define their season. They also dive into the full ballpark experience, from traffic headaches and quirky fan challenges to a bizarre on-field moment involving a dead bird. Plus, Evan shares a wild personal story involving a lost wallet that somehow finds its way back, adding another unforgettable layer to an already eventful day at the ballpark. 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 with the Mets win over the Pirates on Opening Day. Oneil Cruz had a rough day in the field and at the plate. Gio loved the Mets offensive performance as well. 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

Tommy the Generational Talent is joined by Legendary Comedian Jerry Seinfeld. 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 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. 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

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 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 kicked off their season with a convincing win, but that wasn’t what had fans talking. Evan and Tiki break down the overwhelming reaction to Netflix’s Opening Day broadcast, where production choices, missed moments, and constant distractions left viewers frustrated. Instead of celebrating a strong performance, the focus shifted to how the game was presented—and why it didn’t sit well with diehard fans. They dig into what actually happened on the field, including Max Fried’s dominant outing and the lineup’s aggressive approach, while debating whether fans were nitpicking or justified in their complaints. The conversation also touches on modern sports viewing habits, the balance between entertainment and gameplay, and how a clean win can still spark controversy when the broadcast gets in the way. 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 Hernandez joins us to talk about Mets Opening Day and what we can expect this season with all the new guys. 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

Yanks win in SF despite Judge going 0-5. However, is the MLB turning off fans with what comes across as a money-grab? 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

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

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. 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

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. 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

Opening Day brings excitement, but also a familiar debate just how good are the Yankees really? With a roster that looks dominant on paper, expectations are sky-high as the season begins. The conversation centers on whether this team is clearly the class of the American League or if lingering doubts from last year still cast a shadow over the hype. Evan and Tiki dig into why the Yankees’ lineup and rotation stand out, where they may have improved, and why some concerns—especially around the bullpen and long-term trust—haven’t gone away. They also explore how fans balance early-season optimism with the reality that everything will ultimately be judged by what happens in October. 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

Ron Darling calls in and we discuss the new baseball season focusing on the Mets future. 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 Opening Day for the Yanks and Boomer has concerns about their pitching staff. 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

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. 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 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. 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 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. 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 Roberts and Tiki Barber dive into a spirited Yankees debate over how much analytics should shape a lineup and whether the numbers are pointing toward changes fans may not want to hear. At the center of it all is a bold idea Roberts has pushed for years: Aaron Judge leading off to get more plate appearances and create more scoring opportunities. From a data-built lineup that puts Trent Grisham in a premium spot to a larger argument about Aaron Boone, Brian Cashman, and the balance between information and feel, the conversation touches every nerve Yankees fans have. They also get into growing doubts about Jason Dominguez, what the team really believes about its young talent, and how long the Yankees should stick with struggling veterans before making a change. 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 hour joined by Nick Swisher on the phone to talk about opening day and specifically what he expects for the Yankees 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

We talked about the impending lockout coming to baseball 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

On this wild Monday edition of The Carton Show, Craig Carton and Chris “Big Mac” McMonigle go OFF on the sudden surge of St John’s fans after their Sweet 16 run. Are New Yorkers truly back on board, or is this just a city full of bandwagon jumpers? And the guys dive into the Cam Scott controversy, asking the big question: are we taking athletes too seriously or not seriously enough? 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

St. John’s delivers a signature moment, knocking off Kansas in a game that had everything momentum swings, controversy, and a fearless finish. What looked like a potential collapse turned into one of the program’s biggest wins in decades, fueled by confidence, composure, and a head coach who never blinked in the biggest moments. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber break down the sequence that changed everything, from Bryce Hopkins’ crucial three to Dylan Darling demanding the ball and delivering the game-winner despite struggling all night. They also dive into Rick Pitino’s influence on the team’s mentality, Kansas’ late-game mistakes, and what this gutsy win means as St. John’s prepares for a heavyweight showdown with Duke. 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

Dylan Darling buzzer beater sends the Red Storm into the round of 16. 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

Is NOTHING sacred anymore?! On this wild segment of The Carton Show, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle go head-to-head over one shocking decision: Netflix putting Jameis Winston on the Opening Day broadcast for Yankees vs. Giants. Carton calls it a DISRESPECTFUL gimmick ruining one of baseball’s most sacred traditions… while Big Mac says: RELAX, it’s supposed to be FUN! 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

Sienna almost takes out Duke. High Point snuffs Wisconsin. Some St. John's preview for tonight. 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

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle kick off the show in absolute chaos as Carton declares it “Father’s Day”… in March?! That quickly spirals into a hilarious debate about tournament time, office bracket warriors, and why nobody cares about your picks. 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

Howie Rose sits down with Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber for a thoughtful conversation about why the 2026 season will be his last in the Mets booth. He explains the personal and professional factors behind the decision, from family sacrifices to the importance of stepping away before the job changes, while also sharing what still makes the biggest moments in sports so addictive for a play-by-play broadcaster. Along the way, Rose looks back on the unforgettable calls and career turns that shaped his legacy, including his love for radio, his transition across hockey and baseball, and the thrill of capturing iconic New York sports moments. He also opens up about mentoring the next generation, the lessons he learned from great broadcasters around him, and the one dream that still burns brightest: getting the chance to call a Mets championship before it’s all over. 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 announce that legendary broadcaster Howie Rose will retire after the 2026 season, marking the end of a voice that has defined generations of baseball fans. The news sparks a wave of emotion, as the impact of Rose’s storytelling, passion, and connection to the team comes into focus for fans who grew up with his calls. Evan and Tiki reflect on Rose’s remarkable career, revisiting iconic moments like Johan Santana’s no-hitter and the unforgettable calls that captured the spirit of Mets history. They discuss what made Rose unique behind the mic, the bond he built with listeners, and why his final season now carries added weight for both the team and its fanbase. 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 start the show talking about St. John's in the tourney and it ends up with Gio accusing Boomer of talking a bit much during a golf outing. 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 fallout from Team USA’s loss in the World Baseball Classic is getting HEATED… and now New York Mets fans are piling on?! 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 fallout from Team USA’s loss in the World Baseball Classic is getting HEATED… and now New York Mets fans are piling on?! 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 Roberts, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash open the show by diving straight into the familiar and heated debate surrounding Aaron Judge after Team USA’s loss. A rough night at the plate quickly reignites the question Yankees fans can’t seem to escape: can Judge deliver in the biggest moments, or is the narrative about his postseason struggles here to stay? Using caller reactions and their own perspectives, the hosts explore the gap between Judge’s undeniable greatness and his inconsistent results in high-pressure games. They debate whether one WBC performance should matter at all, how much perception shapes his legacy, and why, fair or not, October remains the only thing that can ultimately change the conversation. 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

MVP joins Pete Hoffman to talk about his upcoming out with Sam Patterson at the O2 Arena this Saturday, March 21st for UFC Fight Night 270 Evloev vs Murphy. Follow @HoffWFAN on Instagram, X & TikTok 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

Let's face it, the team that really wanted it, won it. We discuss it all. 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

Is tonight a LEGACY moment for Aaron Judge or does it mean absolutely nothing? On The Carton Show, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle get into a heated debate over whether a huge moment in the World Baseball Classic could finally change the narrative around the Yankees’ 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 show dives headfirst into a fiery Giants draft debate: should New York seriously consider taking a running back at No. 5, or is that still a roster-building mistake in today’s NFL? The conversation centers on whether the usual anti-running back logic is too simplistic, especially for a Giants team that may be closer to contention than critics think. From Saquon Barkley comparisons to examples like Bijan Robinson, Christian McCaffrey, Ezekiel Elliott, and Jahmyr Gibbs, the episode examines how context matters when judging top-10 running back picks. The hosts argue over Jaxson Dart’s development, the state of the Giants’ offensive line, the team’s limited draft capital, and whether adding another weapon would be smart strategy or a repeat of past mistakes, with side mentions of Mikal Bridges, Mike Brown, and the World Baseball Classic final. 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