Evan & Tiki

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Yankees Suddenly Have Serious 1998 Championship Vibes Oct 01, 2026

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The Yankees demolished Boston and Shaun Morash sees unmistakable 1998 vibes, from their killer instinct and dominant pitching to Aaron Boone’s managing and a young core that keeps delivering. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber agree the Yankees look deeper and less dependent on Aaron Judge, but warn that their fundamentals must remain sharp against Tampa Bay. Then Evan challenges the assumption that Tropicana Field will become a Yankees home game. After digging into past Rays playoff crowds, ticket prices and fan turnout, he argues the expected takeover may never materialize. The hour closes with encouraging Jets injury news on Minkah Fitzpatrick and concern that Breece Hall may not be ready to play.

Yankees Need Judge in Right Field Against Tampa Bay Oct 01, 2026

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Aaron Judge’s potential return creates a complicated Yankees decision heading into the ALDS. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber agree Judge belongs in the lineup if he can play right field, but a DH-only role could force the Yankees to disrupt a lineup that just dominated Boston and potentially weaken their defense. They also rip Jason Benetti’s unnecessary Babe Ruth comparison during Sonny Gray’s playoff start and debate the crowded NBC broadcast booth. Then a caller sparks a Giants quarterback hypothetical: if Drake Maye’s struggles continue, would they trade Jaxson Dart for the former MVP runner-up? Tiki and Shaun Morash strongly reject the idea, arguing the Giants still need to discover just how high Dart’s ceiling can be.

Mike Vrabel’s Drake Maye Denial Raises More Questions Oct 01, 2026

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Mike Vrabel pushed back hard on rumors that he doesn’t believe in Drake Maye, insisting Maye was a major reason he took the Patriots job. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber aren’t completely convinced, questioning whether Vrabel actually answered the bigger issue and whether his opinion of Maye could have changed after watching his recent regression. The conversation turns to just how quickly things could unravel for Maye if his struggles continue, with Evan predicting his Patriots future may not last much longer. Plus, the Yankees’ aggressive approach and dominant pitching have Evan and Tiki preaching small ball against Tampa Bay, while Aaron Judge’s desire to return sparks a debate about his role. Tiki also explains why the Giants shouldn’t pay a premium price for Joey Porter.

Giants Could Take a Swing on Marvin Harrison Jr. Oct 01, 2026

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The Giants missed out on Joey Porter Jr. after Dallas paid Pittsburgh’s price, and Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash explain why that gamble made more sense for the Cowboys than for New York. The bigger intrigue comes at wide receiver, where reports that Marvin Harrison Jr. could become available spark a debate over whether the Giants should take a chance on the former top pick. Tiki raises concerns about Harrison’s effort and body language, while Evan argues a new environment with John Harbaugh, Matt Nagy and Jameis Winston could unlock his talent if the price is low enough. The crew also revisits the 2024 receiver class, with Malik Nabers looking like the strongest choice among the early selections.

Yankees Need Aaron Judge Against the Rays Oct 01, 2026

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Aaron Judge wants back in the Yankees lineup for the Division Series, but his uncertain role creates a major roster decision. Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash debate whether Judge can handle the outfield, especially on Tampa Bay’s turf, and whether his return could make Giancarlo Stanton expendable after Stanton never received an at-bat against Boston. The guys are stunned the Yankees never used Stanton even with the Wild Card clincher out of reach, raising questions about whether he was truly part of their plans or simply a threat off the bench. Evan argues that even a less-than-100-percent Judge changes how opponents attack the Yankees lineup, while the crew debates whether the Wild Card round even feels like the real postseason.

Yankees’ New Formula Has Fans Thinking Championship Oct 01, 2026

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The Yankees knocked out the Red Sox in two games, and something about this team suddenly feels different. Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash break down the dominant rotation, the impact of young players like George Lombard Jr. and Spencer Jones, and an offense that is still hitting home runs without depending on them for everything. The guys also react to the wild celebration outside Yankee Stadium and debate how much of the scene was genuine fan emotion versus social media content being encouraged by bars and digital outlets. Plus, they revisit their series predictions, including the hosts who nailed the Yankees sweep and the ones who expected Boston to force a third game.

Yankees’ Wild Card Celebration Goes Way Too Far Oct 01, 2026

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The Yankees advanced, but did they really accomplish enough to justify another champagne-soaked clubhouse celebration? Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash debate whether winning a best-of-three Wild Card series deserves a full party when the Division Series begins just days later. The conversation then turns to the White Sox and Guardians, whose playoff matchup sparks memories of Major League and the fictional postseason showdown from the iconic movie. Charlie Sheen, Pedro Cerrano, Willie Mays Hayes and Jake Taylor enter the conversation as the crew imagines Cleveland leaning all the way into the nostalgia.

Sonny Gray’s Three Words Expose Red Sox Dysfunction Oct 01, 2026

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Chad Tracy’s decision to pull Sonny Gray after just 70 pitches sends the Red Sox into chaos. Gray had allowed only one run, yet Boston went to a struggling bullpen and watched the Yankees immediately take advantage. Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash rip the move and question whether Tracy has already lost his clubhouse. Gray makes his frustration impossible to ignore, saying he wanted to live or die with the moment before delivering an ominous “I don’t know” when asked about returning to Boston. Wilson Contreras also appears unhappy with the organization’s reliance on analytics. Plus, the crew dives into the suspicious substance spotted on Gray’s neck and wonders how neither the Yankees nor the umpires caught it during the game.

Yankees Destroy Boston With a Ruthless New Identity Oct 01, 2026

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The Yankees crushed Boston by playing the exact brand of October baseball fans have been demanding for years. They mixed timely contact, aggressive baserunning, hustle and small ball with dominant pitching, while the Red Sox made costly mistakes and repeatedly overmanaged their starters. Max Fried battled through shaky command to deliver six strong innings, and young players like Spencer Jones and Luis Garcia Jr. injected speed, energy and confidence into the lineup. Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash point to the Yankees’ newfound killer instinct and pitching depth as the biggest reasons this team feels different. Now Aaron Boone faces a fascinating decision with Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón both in the mix to start Game 1.

Wednesday Full Show: The Yankees Pound Boston in Game 1, We Look Ahead to Game 2 Sep 30, 2026

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The Yankees left no doubt in Game 1, Cam Schlittler and Ben Rice are the new generation, now we look ahead to Game 2