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Pinstripe Pod: A NY Yankees Baseball Podcast from New York Post Sports

“Pinstripe Pod” is the best New York Yankees podcast. It’s hosted by former Yankees pitcher and four-time World Series champion Jeff Nelson and YES Network host Chris Shearn. This baseball podcast will take you inside the clubhouse with Yankees beat writer George King, columnist Joel Sherman and the full team of NY Post baseball writers. Pinstripe Pod will also feature special Yankees guests, including current players, former players, broadcasters and celebrity fans. This MLB podcast is released every Monday and Thursday morning throughout the entire season.

Latest Episodes:

Yankees Season Preview, Predictions feat. Nick Swisher Mar 29, 2021

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show doing a deep dive on the roster. They discuss the importance of Jay Bruce with Luke Voit injured. They then make their predictions for the Yankees this season. Former All-Star Yankees outfielder and 2009 World Series champion Nick Swisher then joins the show. Swisher gives his thoughts on this year’s Yankees, his role as a special adviser, wanting to be a manager, memories from the 2009 Yankees and going up against Nellie on Old Timer’s Day. NY Post baseball columnist Ken Davidoff then drops by to talk about the bullpen, the biggest challenges this season and makes predictions.

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Yankees' Final Roster Spots feat. Bucky Dent Mar 22, 2021

Chris Shearn, Jeff Nelson and Jake Brown open the show discussing Nellie on Instagram more before getting into the return of fans to Yankee Stadium. They discuss the impact of fans being back, Jay Bruce being an important player on the roster, the final roster spots and rotation spot. In the “Q&J” segment, Nellie responds to questions about the towel he always wore, whether he is the best middle reliever of all-time and his unique pitching motion. Former Yankees infielder and two-time World Series champion Bucky Dent then joins the show. Dent talks about his famous home run at Fenway Park in 1978, the challenges of that 1978 Yankees season, playing for Billy Martin, the current Yankees team, coaching when Bruce was a youngster, sitting in the Green Monster when the seats were first built and being in Playgirl Magazine in 1983.

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Deivi Garcia as Yankees' 5th Starter? feat. Jomboy Mar 15, 2021

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show talking about Nellie calling Sunday’s game on WFAN. He gives his version of a home run call if he was the play-by-play man and not the color analyst. The guys then discuss whether Deivi Garcia can get the fifth spot in the rotation, what Domingo German’s role might be, Gary Sanchez’s outlook, the catching depth and Aaron Boone feeling great after getting a pacemaker. Shearn and producer Jake Brown then ask Nellie questions about his career in the “Q&J” segment. Nellie dishes on going out with teammates after games, what made Mariano Rivera great, pushing each other in the bullpen and how his career ended. Talkin’ Yanks podcast co-host Jimmy O’Brien aka Jomboy then joins the show. Jomboy discusses what concerns he has with this Yankees team, injuries, bullpen usage, if this is a championship-or-bust season, the rise of Jomboy Media and getting $1 million in funding.

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Health Will Determine Yankees' Fate feat. Gary Sheffield Mar 08, 2021

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show talking about Aaron Boone's quick return to the dugout after having to get a pacemaker last week. They also get into how the Yankees pitching staff has looked in spring training, Jameson Taillon's nice outing and the importance of health and staying on the field for the Yankees outfield. In the debut of the "Q&J" segment, Shearn and producer Jake Brown ask Jeff questions about his career. They ask about when he found out he was getting traded to the Yankees, what made Joe Torre a great manager, how players connected with George Steinbrenner and his favorite World Series title. Former Yankees All-Star outfielder and MLB legend Gary Sheffield then joins the show. Sheffield discusses what made him fall in love with the game, his Uncle Doc Gooden, how the game has changed, why he should be a Hall of Famer, the current Yankees team and a Tony Gwynn documentary coming.

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Concerned with Yankees Starting Pitching? feat. Suzyn Waldman Mar 01, 2021

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open Season 2 of the podcast talking about spring training games getting under way for the Yankees. They get into the Domingo German situation and whether the Yankees should have kept him around or not. They also discuss the revamped starting rotation, health being a major factor, the offseason moves made and why the Yankees have a good chance to win the division. Longtime Yankees radio voice Suzyn Waldman then joins the show. Waldman talks about calling games remotely, the Blue Jays using their TV feed for radio, her career, reconnecting Yogi Berra and George Steinbrenner, the current Yankees team, her favorite John Sterling home run calls and fans being back in the stadium.

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Episode 35: Season in Review, RIP Whitey Ford feat. Ron Guidry Oct 12, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the season finale of the show talking about the passing of Yankees legend Whitey Ford. They then get into the Yankees losing in five games to the Rays, why Tampa was the better team and another disappointing season. They look ahead to the offseason and what the Yankees need to do to improve and win a championship. Producer Jake Brown ends the segment recapping Season 1 of the podcast and all the guests that joined the show. Yankees legend Ron Guidry then joins the show to talk about his friend Whitey Ford. He talks about his relationship with Whitey, memories, what advice he gave him as a fellow left-handed pitcher and the passing of Joe Morgan.

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Episode 34: Yankees on Brink after Pitching Shocker Oct 08, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show ranting over the Yankees' decision to pull Deivi Garcia after one inning in Game 2 against the Rays and getting too cute. They get into the team being down 2-1, concerns over pitching decisions and how the team needs to move on from Gary Sanchez. They get into one of the positives in Giancarlo Stanton's bat getting hot in the playoffs. They talk about why they don't have much confidence now in the Yankees winning the series.

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Episode 33: Yankees-Rays ALDS Preview feat. Jim Leyritz Oct 05, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show getting into the Yankees-Rays series coming up, how benches could clear and why this will be an epic ALDS. The guys then make their predictions for who will win and advance to the ALCS. NY Post baseball columnist Ken Davidoff then drops live from San Diego to preview the series in-depth and make his pick. Two-time Yankees World Series champion Jim Leyritz then joins the show. Leyritz talks about his time playing with Nellie on the Yankees, the 1996 World Series, being clutch in the postseason and thoughts on this Yankees team.

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Episode 32: Yankees Moving on to ALDS feat. Ken Singleton Oct 01, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show getting into the Yankees sweeping the Indians to move on to the ALDS. They discuss Gerrit Cole’s strong Game 1 performance, Shane Bieber’s bad outing, the lineup scoring a ton of runs, MLB’s bad decision to start Game 2 in the rain, Gary Sanchez’s surprising offense, Gio Urshela starring in the second game and DJ LeMahieu doing it yet again for the Yankees. In “Nellie’s Nugget,” he tells the story of their 2000 ALDS Game 5 celebration in Oakland. Former All-Star outfielder, World Series champion and Yankees broadcaster Ken Singleton then joins the guys. Singleton discusses the Yankees offense clicking, compares to the ’98 Yankees, Brett Gardner getting starts, Cole boosting the team’s confidence and looking ahead to the ALDS against the Rays.

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Episode 31: Yankees-Indians Playoff Preview feat. George King Sep 28, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show talking about the Yankees struggles going into the playoffs. They break down the Yankees-Indians wild-card series. Who has the edge? Will the Yankees move on? In “Nellie’s Nugget,” he looks at postseason memories. NY Post Yankees beat writer George King then joins the show. King talks about his upcoming retirement, how special it was for the managers Sunday to pay their respects to him, his favorite Yankees memories, how journalism has changed over the years and he previews the Yankees-Indians series.

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Episode 30: Do Yankees Want White Sox or Twins? feat. Willie Randolph Sep 24, 2020

Chris Shearn, Jeff Nelson and producer Jake Brown open the show with the "In The Paper" segment, diving into the biggest Yankees headlines. They debate if Masahiro Tanaka will be back next season, whether they want the Yankees to play the White Sox or Twins, if they should play starters and try to win this weekend and if the Game 1-3 starters are locked in. Six-time World Series champion Willie Randolph then joins the show. Randolph talks about coaching the late '90s Yankees teams, coaching a young Derek Jeter, the pressure under George Steinbrenner, memories from the '70s and '80s Yankees teams, if he should be in the Hall of Fame, the end of his time managing and if he would coach again in MLB.

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Episode 29: Yankees Playing For Home Field feat. Bob Lorenz Sep 21, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show talking about the Yankees putting it all together at the right time, despite the loss on Sunday. They discuss the team clinching a playoff spot, likely facing the Twins in the first round and now fighting for home-field advantage in the first round. They also get into how Aaron Boone should manage these final games and how great Luke Voit and DJ LeMahieu have been this season. YES Network studio host Bob Lorenz then joins the show. Lorenz talks about Deivi Garcia, why J.A. Happ should start in the playoffs, going up against the Twins, playing Aaron Judge in the field, the rotation next season, winning 17 Emmy Awards and his favorite memories at YES Network over the years.

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Episode 28: Gerrit Cole is Paying Off feat. Chazz Palminteri Sep 17, 2020

Chris Shearn, Jeff Nelson and producer Jake Brown open the show with the "In The Paper" segment, getting into the big Yankees headlines. They discuss Kyle Higashioka's surprising three-homer game, the Yankees' seven-game win streak, chances of winning the AL East and Gerrit Cole's superb month. Diehard Yankees fan and legendary actor Chazz Palminteri then joins the show. Palminteri discusses "A Bronx Tale" and the passing of Nick Cordero, the Yankees turning the season around, how good DJ LeMahieu and Luke Voit have been and not being at the stadium. Palminteri also talks about his favorite Yankees memories, what he does at the games, his restaurant in Manhattan, his new one in White Plains and his upcoming one-man show.

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Episode 27: How the Yankees Saved their Season Sep 14, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open up the show talking about Aroldis Chapman seemingly pooping his pants Saturday. The guys then dive into the Yankees’ five-game win streak, turning their season around, getting guys back from injuries soon, the upcoming schedule and Miguel Andujar deserving consistent at bats. Can the Yankees catch the Rays in the AL East? In “Nellie’s Nugget,” he talks about rookie hazing, what he had to do and what he had teammates like Ichiro and Alex Rodriguez do. NY Post baseball columnist Ken Davidoff then drops by to talk about the Aaron Boone Zoom postgame on Chapman’s situation, the difference in how the team is playing now, J.A. Happ in the playoffs, Boone’s managing, Gary Sanchez’s playing time and pitching stepping up. Davidoff and Nellie also talk about the passing of Mark Newman and his role in the Yankees dynasty in the late 90's.

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Episode 26: Yankees Hanging on by a Thread feat. Chris Carlin Sep 10, 2020

Chris Shearn, Jeff Nelson and producer Jake Brown open up the show with the “In The Paper” segment, highlighting the biggest storylines surrounding the Yankees. They discuss the team ending their five-game skid with a win Wednesday, Deivi Garcia’s brilliant outing, his future with the team and the rotation moving forward. The guys also discuss the future of Gary Sanchez and if they should trade him, the upcoming schedule and if they will get in the playoffs. ESPN Radio NY host Chris Carlin then joins the show. Carlin talks abut the losing streak, the abundance of injuries, the health of the team moving forward and he gets into memories from producing “Mike and the Mad Dog.”

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Episode 25: Yankees Free Falling in the Standings feat. Meredith Marakovits Sep 07, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open up the Gleyber Day edition of the podcast getting into the Yankees' struggles and guys having days off with 20 games to go. That leads to an epic Shearn rant on the team losing, the gravity of the situation, and Aaron Boone sitting guys that need to be playing. The guys dive into the mounting injuries, Giancarlo Stanton's long rehab times, guys not wanting to risk losing money by coming back too soon and they look ahead to 10 huge game stretch against the Blue Jays and Orioles. In "Nellie's Nugget," he tells the story of his brawl with the Orioles in 1993 when he was in Seattle and then the infamous one with them again in 1998. YES Network Yankees clubhouse reporter Meredith Marakovits then joins the show. Marakovits discusses the team's free fall in the standings, not being able to replace All-Star hitters, injury updates on Stanton, Aaron Judge and James Paxton, and she gives words of wisdom to fans on the ledge and gets into her Allentown, PA roots.

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Episode 24: Time to Be Concerned About the Yankees? Sep 03, 2020

Chris Shearn, Jeff Nelson and producer Jake Brown open up the show paying tribute to Tom Seaver and what he meant for the Mets franchise and baseball. The guys then get going with the "In The Paper" segment as they talk about the Rays beating the Yankees again, winning eight of 10 games against them this season. Should there be concern? They discuss players getting hit, the rivalry getting heated, if suspensions were just and react to Kevin Cash's postgame comments. NY Post baseball columnist Ken Davidoff then drops by and tells the guys about his bad Burger King experience. Davidoff then discusses why Cash should have been suspended more games, Aroldis Chapman getting off light, worries about the standings, Gary Sanchez and the lineup's struggles and more fast food talk.

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Episode 23: Gary Sanchez's Yankees Future feat. Jack Curry Aug 31, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open up the show talking about the Yankees comeback to take three out of five games from the Mets. The guys discuss Gary Sanchez’s big grand slam Sunday and Nellie explains why they should consider trading him. They also get into J.A. Happ’s strong outing, Deivi Garcia’s strong MLB debut and his future and the comeback Sunday. Producer Jake Brown yells about Edwin Diaz, Luis Rojas and owing the guys a steak dinner over the Mets inability to win the series. YES Network Yankees insider Jack Curry then joins the show. Curry talks about Sanchez’s struggles and his future, Garcia’s debut, Erik Kratz’s role and the big series coming up against the Rays.

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Episode 22: Judge Hurt Again, Yankees Losing Streak feat. David Cone Aug 27, 2020

Chris Shearn, Jeff Nelson and producer Jake Brown open up the show with the "In The Paper" segment. They discuss Aaron Judge's latest injury, Masahiro Tanaka getting pulled early Wednesday, Gerrit Cole's rough outing, J.A. Happ and his vesting option and a look ahead to the rotation this weekend in the five-game Subway Series. YES Network commentator and Yankees great David Cone then joins the show. Cone discusses Judge's newest injury, Cole's bad start, pitchers getting pulled early in games, being Nellie's teammate with the Yankees and how special it was to be a part of the first Subway Series in 1997.

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Episode 21: Do the Yankees Injuries Ever Stop? Aug 24, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show talking about the return of Aaron Judge to the lineup this week. They also get into the plethora of Yankees injuries, the Rays sweeping them and taking over first place in the division. The guys then get into the rescheduled Mets-Yankees games, how it will affect the rotation and the schedule moving forward. “Nellie’s Nugget” this week features a story about superstitions and the bullpen delaying a game because of a fire they caused. NY Post baseball columnist Ken Davidoff then drops by on his drive to Atlanta. Davidoff talks about if teams will get all 60 games in, all the Yankees injuries, Gerrit Cole’s reaction in his last start, bullpen usage and if the Rays are the division favorites.

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Episode 20: Subway Series Memories feat. Graeme Lloyd Aug 20, 2020

Chris Shearn, Jeff Nelson and producer Jake Brown open the show with the “In The Paper” segment. They talk about the Rays’ dominance over the Yankees, Gerrit Cole wanting to stay in the game longer, Zack Britton’s injury, concerns in the bullpen and a preview of the Subway Series,. Shearn explains why he does not care for it, while Nellie talks about enjoying playing the Mets, especially in the World Series. Two-time Yankees World Series champion Graeme Lloyd then joins the show. Lloyd talks about his situation in Australia and what he’s doing, rivalries, the epic brawl with the Orioles, title-winning memories with the Yankees, Joe Torre as a manager, poop stories and going to the Mets in 2003. NY Post Yankees beat writer George King then drops by to talk Britton, the Rays, DJ LeMahieu and Miguel Andujar.

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Episode 19: Yankees Embarrassing Red Sox feat. Homer Bush Aug 17, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show reacting to the Yankees dominating the Red Sox this weekend in the Bronx. Has the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry become a joke? The guys talk about how hard Alex Rodriguez is to listen to in the broadcast booth. They then get into Aaron Judge’s injury and him being ready to play despite being put on the IL. They discuss DJ LeMahieu landing on the IL, the big series this week against the Rays and J.A. Happ’s vesting option. Then 1998 Yankees World Series champion Homer Bush joins the show. Bush talks about coming over to the Yankees, the 1998 season, Joe Torre as manager, Ozzie Smith being his favorite player, wanting to coach, injuries cutting his career short and the 100th anniversary of the Negro Leagues.

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Episode 18: Frazier Time, Judge Concerns? feat. Luis Sojo Aug 13, 2020

Chris Shearn, Jeff Nelson and producer Jake Brown open up the show with the "In The Paper" segment, focusing on the big Yankees headlines. They talk about the two-game sweep of the Braves, Aaron Judge's lower-body injury, Clint Frazier's grand return and if he should play more and the MLB postseason with teams potentially not playing their full 60-game schedule. The guys discuss Masahiro Tanaka's low pitch count, the pitching staff with these days off and also look ahead to the series against the Red Sox this weekend. NY Post baseball insider Joel Sherman then presents "Sherman's Hot Corner" on where the Yankees stand right now. Former Yankees infielder and four-time World Series champion with the team Luis Sojo then joins the show. Sojo talks about coming to the Yanks in 1996, being like a hero playing in Venezuela, fighting for a roster spot in the big leagues, hitting the World Series-winning hit in 2000 and how special it was and the Yankees bringing him back in 2003 as an active player after playing in Old-Timers' Day earlier in the year.

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Episode 17: Another Stanton Injury Debacle feat. Ron Blomberg Aug 10, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show reacting to the Yankees losing three of four games to the Rays over the weekend. They discuss James Paxton's outing Sunday, Giancarlo Stanton heading to the IL, who might replace him, Mike Ford's playing time and Yankees-Rays becoming more of a rivalry. NY Post baseball columnist Ken Davidoff then joins the guys to talk about Stanton's injury timeline, replacements, chirping between the Yanks and Rays, how good the Rays look, the trade deadline and why he believes all games should be seven innings. Former Yankee and the first DH ever Ron Blomberg then joins the show. Blomberg talks universal DH, the story behind how it started in 1973, his bat in the Hall of Fame and Old Timer's Day memories.

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Episode 16: Should Yankees Be Concerned With Starting Pitching? Aug 06, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open up the show with producer Jake Brown reading off Yankee headlines. They debate whether the roster moves Thursday were right, the future of Miguel Andujar, if Clint Frazier should be on the big-league team, Tommy Kahnle's loss and what it means for the bullpen and thoughts on the seven-inning doubleheaders. The guys then talk about the series split against the Phillies, Angel Hernandez's poor umpiring, J.A. Happ's continued struggles, why Mike Tauchman should be starting, and concerns over starting pitching. In "Nellie's Nugget," it's another story involving poop.

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Episode 15: Aaron Judge Is Unstoppable Aug 03, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show reacting to the Yankees’ 9-7 win over the Red Sox, the sweep and just how bad their rivals look. They discuss Aaron Judge’s home run hot streak and his MVP chances, James Paxton’s struggles and the dominant Yankees’ start. Producer Jake Brown then goes on a rant about the debacle in Queens with the Mets and Yoenis Cespedes opting out. NY Post baseball columnist Ken Davidoff then drops by to talk being in Philly when the games were postponed last week, whether MLB will get through the season, how good Judge is hitting, how weak the AL East looks, Paxton and Nick Nelson.

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Episode 14: Death, Taxes, Yankees Beating Orioles feat. Tim Raines Jul 30, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show talking about the Yankees' dominance over the Orioles, Gerrit Cole leading the Yanks to their second win in just four games so far and just how good he has been early on. They discuss how bad the Orioles are going to be this season, looking ahead to the series against the Red Sox and if there is reason to be concerned with Gary Sanchez and Brett Gardner's slow start. Nellie then tells another story involving poop from his playing days with "Nellie's Nugget." NY Post baseball insider Joel Sherman then debuts his "Sherman's Hot Corner" segment. Hall of Famer Tim Raines, a 1996 and 1998 World Series champion with the Yankees, then joins the show. Raines talks about being able to play for so long, his run with the Expos, always having a smile on his face, the chemistry on those Yankees championship teams and his thoughts on Brian Boehringer and the "serial killer" joke.

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Episode 13: COVID Postponement, DC Series Win feat. Ken Singleton Jul 27, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show talking about Monday's Yankees-Phillies game getting postponed, the Marlins' COVID outbreak and the impact it has had and will have on MLB. They also get into the Yankees' games against the Nationals, including Gerrit Cole's debut, James Paxton's rough start, Tommy Kahnle and Gary Sanchez. YES Network Yankees analyst and now friend of the program Ken Singleton then joins the show. Singleton talks about the series win over the Nats, James Paxton's struggles and how good Giancarlo Stanton was in the series.

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Episode 12: Yankees Season Preview, Predictions feat. John Flaherty Jul 23, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open up the show breaking down the roster, including Michael King making the cut. They discuss the starting rotation and injuries, go through each position heading into the season and then make their predictions for where the Yankees will finish. NY Post baseball writer Dan Martin then drops by to talk about the lefties in the rotation, how the pitching staff will shake out, the team's health and his prediction for the Yankees record. YES Network color commentator and former Yankees catcher John Flaherty then joins Shearn and Nellie. Flaherty discusses catching for Nellie in 2003, the broadcasting adjustments this season, how the Yankees are looking, Gary Sanchez's improved defense, the rotation, and his prediction for the season.

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Episode 11: Subway Series Sweep feat. Cecil Fielder, Brian Boehringer Jul 20, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show talking about the Yankees’ two-game exhibition sweep of the Mets over the weekend. They talk about how good Aaron Judge looked, the young pitching and the team honoring Anthony Causi Sunday. Then they are looking ahead to Opening Day and the pressure being off players without fans. 1996 Yankees World Series champion Brian Boehringer then joins the guys to react to jokingly being called a “serial killer” and tells funny stories about Nellie and the crazy 1996 bullpen. Another 1996 teammate of Nellie’s, Cecil Fielder, then joins the show. Fielder talks about Nellie as a teammate and opponent, getting traded to the Yankees, changes in hitters today, the 60-game season and his son Prince having the same amount of homers as him.

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Episode 10: DJ's Back, No Fans feat. Michael Kay Jul 16, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open up the show reacting to Charlie Hayes' comments on Brian Boehringer making headlines, how Boehringer reacted and needing to get him on the show next week. The guys then talking about DJ LeMahieu returning from COVID, Aaron Judge looking ready to go and guys needing to stay healthy. YES Network Yankees play-by-play Michael Kay then joins the show. Kay discusses calling games without fans, not calling road games from the stadium, the extra innings new rules, who the title favorites are, his ratings battles with Mike Francesa, a potential WFAN return for Craig Carton and the TV coverage of Spring Training 2.0.

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Episode 9: Chapman gets COVID, 1996 Yankees feat. Charlie Hayes Jul 13, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the podcast talking about Aroldis Chapman becoming the latest Yankee to get hit by the coronavirus. They discuss Aaron Judge's stiff neck, deja vu for the Yankees on guys being out and J.A. Happ and Gerrit Cole looking good. Nellie then tells a story from his 1996 Yankees with "Nellie's Nugget." NY Post baseball columnist Ken Davidoff chats with the guys about Chapman, Judge, closer's role, why he thinks the Yankees are not the favorites anymore in the AL and the backup plan for DJ LeMahieu. 1996 Yankees World Series champion Charlie Hayes then joins Shearn and Nellie. Hayes discusses being part of that special team with Nellie, the players he was surrounded by, being scared of Brian Boehringer, pressure being off him and catching the final out of that World Series.

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Episode 8: Sweetest Ass in Baseball feat. Johnny Damon Jul 09, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open up the show talking about the Yankees' instrasquad games, watching Gerrit Cole pitch and how some of the hitters and pitchers looked. They then dive into the highlights of their 60-game schedule. Johnny Damon then joins the guys. The former Yankees outfielder and 2009 World Series champion discusses winning a World Series in Boston and New York, the decision to sign with the Yankees and the difference in fans. Damon also talks about whether the Yankees should change their hair policy, his return to the Bronx after he left, why he believes there should be fans in the stands this season, if MLB will get through the season, having the "sweetest ass in the league", if he will have any more than his already eight kids and who he likes to win it all this year.

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Episode 7: Baseball's Back, Tanaka's Head feat. Ken Davidoff Jul 06, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson are back behind the mic as baseball is finally here. The guys open the show talking about the 60-game season ahead, the frustrating negotiations, rosters, the Yankees players with coronavirus, Masahiro Tanaka's mild concussion and what is ahead for MLB. NY Post baseball columnist Ken Davidoff then joins Shearn and Nellie. Davidoff discusses how different it will be for media covering the team during these unchartered times, Tanaka's injury and when he might return, whether MLB will get through the season, the difficult job ahead for Aaron Boone and Gerrit Cole's role. Davidoff also talks about whether there will be fans in the stands and different ways to make the games entertaining for fans if they are not there. The next episode of the show will be released on Thursday.

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Episode 6: Honoring Anthony Causi feat. Chris Chambliss Apr 13, 2020

Chris Shearn, Jeff Nelson and producer Jake Brown open the show talking about the tragic passing of longtime NY Post sports photographer Anthony Causi. NY Post sports columnist Mike Vaccaro joins Chris and Jeff to talk about the loss of his friend and colleague, sharing memories of the type of person Anthony was and how great he was at his job. Also on this episode: Chris Chambliss, a six-time World Series champion with the Yankees as a player and coach, drops by to talk about his legendary homer to win the pennant in 1976, winning titles in 1977 and 1978, how special the 1996-2000 Yankees teams were and his experiences with Derek Jeter, Joe Torre and Billy Martin.

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Episode 5: Baseball at the Movies feat. Dascha Polanco, Nick Turturro Apr 06, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show chatting with NY Post sports writer Peter Botte. They talk about his new Yankees book coming out, if baseball will be played this year and a debate on the best baseball and sports movies. Actress and Yankees fan Dascha Polanco then joins the podcast. Polanco talks about her love for the Yanks, her role on the hit show "Orange Is The New Black," doing the "In The Heights" movie and working with Sylvester Stallone on a movie. Actor and rabid Yankees fan Nick Turturro then drops by with the guys. He talks about some of his favorite Yankees teams, games and memories. He also talks about being in "The Longest Yard," the star-studded cast and his memories as a door man at Billy Joel's apartment building.

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Episode 4: Opening Day Memories feat. Tino Martinez Mar 30, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show talking about Aroldis Chapman’s Instagram picture with his jacked arm and how being that strong affects a pitcher. The guys then share their Opening Day memories as Nellie tells a story about his first Opening Day with the Yankees. NY Post baseball columnist Kevin Kernan drops by the pod to discuss a shortened season and what changes baseball needs to make. Yankees great and four-time World Series champion Tino Martinez then joins the show. He talks about coming with Nellie from Seattle to New York, replacing Don Mattingly, winning four titles, the 2001 season, being replaced by Jason Giambi, taking over for Mark McGwire in St. Louis and the legendary managers he played for in his career.

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Episode 3: Judge's Mysterious Injury feat. Ken Singleton Mar 23, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show talking about Aaron Judge's collapsed lung nobody knew about and concerns over his injury history. The guys then react to Mariano Rivera's comments about a shortened season and how many games this season would make for a true champion to be crowned. NY Post baseball writer Dan Martin then makes his debut on the pod to talk about what Judge said to them about his injury and the feeling around camp in Tampa as coronavirus grew and players had to leave. Three-time MLB All-Star, World Series champion and YES Network Yankees broadcaster Ken Singleton then joined the show. He talks about Judge's injuries, Rivera's comments on length of the season, working in the Yanks broadcast booth and he looks back at his playing days with the Orioles, losing out on the MVP to Don Baylor and playing for Earl Weaver

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Episode 2: When Will Baseball Return? Mar 16, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the show talking about the coronavirus and the impact it has had on their lives, baseball, sports and the world. They talk about when the baseball season could realistically begin. Jake Brown plays a clip from his chat with Doc Gooden on Nellie, which leads to a story from Nellie about them on the 1996 Yankees. NY Post sports columnist Mike Vaccaro then makes his debut on the show. Vaccaro talks about how to write about sports without sports, when baseball might return, how the season could end up shaping up, what changes could be made and looks back to 9/11 when sports was on pause.

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Episode 1: How Yankees Can Survive Injury Crisis feat. Paul O'Neill Mar 09, 2020

Chris Shearn and Jeff Nelson open the debut show talking about Aaron Judge and his rib injury. What exactly happened and can the Yankees overcome the injury bug? NY Post baseball columnist Joel Sherman drops by to talk about Judge's timeline, how the rotation may shake out after the injuries and if the Yankees are still the favorites in the AL East. Yankees great and YES Network broadcaster Paul O'Neill then joins the show. O'Neill discusses the multitude of injuries, how the game and workouts have changed, why the Yankees will be fine, Clint Frazier's role and memories of O'Neill's days with Nellie winning titles in the Bronx.

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Teaser - Pinstripe Pod Mar 04, 2020

“Pinstripe Pod” is the premier New York Yankees podcast hosted by former Yankees pitcher and four-time World Series champion Jeff Nelson and YES Network host Chris Shearn. The podcast will take you inside the clubhouse with Yankees beat writer George King, columnist Joel Sherman and the full team of NY Post baseball writers. Pinstripe Pod will also feature special Yankees guests, including current players, former players, broadcasters and celebrity fans. The show is released every Monday and Thursday morning throughout the entire season.

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