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Best of the Giants on WFAN: John Harbaugh takes on the media Sep 12, 2026

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The season is finally here, and Phil Simms sat down with Boomer and Gio to give his take on how the team looks with John Harbaugh in the fold. Plus, how will Jaxson Dart perform in year two? Evan and Tiki discuss the daunting task that awaits the Giants in their season opener against the Cowboys, Craig Carton rips the team for its handling of Darius Slayton, and debating if the Giants have better weapons on offense than the Jets. Finally, Evan wonders if Harbaugh is picking a fight with the New York media.

Anthony Volpe has MONSTER game in Yankees return | 'Go Get 'Em' Sep 12, 2026

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What a return for Anthony Volpe! Chris McMonigle reacts to Volpe's grand slam and 5 RBI night to lead the Yankees to a sweep of the Rockies. Does this mean the Yankees will have a tough decision to make when Anthony Volpe returns? Plus, Chris reveals if he has any concerns about Max Fried after his laborious start, and just how real are the Yankees' chances at the division after gaining a game on the Rays?

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

6:54 - Anthony Volpe’s unforgettable return from the minors. Shifting to second base, Volpe delivers a 3-for-4 night, an opposite-field grand slam, five RBIs, and earns a goosebump-inducing curtain call.

27:33 - Examining the Yankees' homegrown talent up the middle, punctuated by Spencer Jones securing the everyday center field job with a three-hit performance.

34:04 - A deep dive into Max Fried's alarming velocity drop. Exploring why a 3-4 mph dip on his fastball is a massive concern for the Yankees' championship rotation.

46:10 - The "Shill or Shame" segment. Praising Volpe's massive game while shaming Jasson Dominguez following continuous defensive struggles and a sudden demotion to AAA.

52:23 - Previewing the emotionally heavy September 11th series against the surging New York Mets. Breaking down the pitching matchups—Rodón, Cole, and Schlittler vs. McLean, Thornton, and Scott—and mapping out the path to catch the Rays.

Full Show: Carton & Big Mac Honor 9/11 Memories as Volpe Lights Up the Bronx Sep 11, 2026

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Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle open with a moving tribute to the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, sharing personal memories and hearing from emotional callers. They balance the somber occasion with sports talk, highlighting Anthony Volpe’s grand slam and the anticipation of the Subway Series. The discussion also covers the latest injury news regarding Malik Nabors and the crew’s official NFL Week 1 predictions.

(00:01:50) Remembering September 11th

(00:04:15) Carton's WNEW Memories

(00:09:15) FDNY Robert Cashman Interview

(00:12:48) Volpe's Return and Slam

(00:19:21) Moving 9/11 Caller Tributes

(00:30:46) NFL Week 1 Previews

(00:36:12) Malik Nabors Injury Update

(00:15:51) Official NFL Week 1 Picks

Hour 1: Carton & Big Mac: 9/11 Tributes and Anthony Volpe's Curtain Call Sep 11, 2026

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Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle honor the 25th anniversary of September 11th by sharing poignant memories and listening to powerful survival stories from the New York community. They also analyze Anthony Volpe’s emotional return to the Bronx and how sports provided a necessary sense of normalcy during the city's darkest hours.

(00:01:00) 9/11 Anniversary Tributes

(00:03:46) Carton’s 9/11 Radio Memories

(00:11:37) Anthony Volpe’s Yankee Redemption

(00:14:47) Listener’s Emotional Survival Story

Hour 2: Craig & Big Mac Honor 9/11 Responders and Discuss Jeter’s Legacy Sep 11, 2026

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Craig and Chris McMonigle honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11 by welcoming Robert Cashman of the FDNY to share his experiences as a first responder. They engage with callers sharing personal stories of the day, including the sports world's reaction and Derek Jeter's iconic World Series moment. The conversation also covers the New York Giants' upcoming season and Craig's secret Rosh Hashanah brisket recipe.

(00:01:20) FDNY Robert Cashman Interview

(00:07:13) Eyewitness 9/11 Accounts

(00:12:24) Knicks Trainer Memories

(00:20:29) Yankees Parade Secrets

(00:28:50) Giants Season Outlook

(00:09:18) Prince Street Pizza

(00:12:35) Staten Island Survivor

(00:15:42) Brisket Recipe Discussion

Hour 3: Craigie and C-Mac Debate Malik Nabers' Injury Status and Commitment Sep 11, 2026

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Craigie and C-Mac reflect on the solemnity of the 9/11 anniversary on The Carton Show while transitioning into the latest New York sports news, including the Subway Series and Malik Nabers' injury status. They hear emotional stories from survivors and family members of first responders, highlighting the resilience of NYC. The discussion also touches on historical aviation accidents and creative punishments for their weekly NFL picks.

(00:01:25) Subway Series Lineup Preview

(00:05:30) Canal Street Traffic Encounter

(00:09:15) Howard's 9/11 Birth Story

(00:13:45) Surviving at 140 Broadway

(00:17:45) Rockaway Plane Crash Memories

(00:21:30) Malik Nabers Injury Update

(00:28:45) Survival and Saving Kids

(00:34:15) Giants Snap Count Conflict

(00:16:30) NFL Picks Betting Punishments

(00:20:30) Honoring a Fallen Father

Hour 4: Carton Predicts Cowboys Super Bowl Win Amid 9/11 Tributes Sep 11, 2026

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Craig Carton and Big Mac provide their NFL season outlook, featuring a surprising Super Bowl champion prediction and analysis of the Jets and Giants. They also honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with personal anecdotes and moving calls from first responders who were at Ground Zero.

(00:01:20) Rosh Hashanah And 9/11 Tributes

(00:05:30) NFL Logistics In Australia

(00:09:55) First Responder Stories

(00:14:45) Super Bowl And MVP Predictions

(00:19:15) Memories Of Ground Zero

(00:23:40) Craig Recalls 9/11 Broadcast

Hour 5: McMonigle Makes Week 1 NFL Picks After Emotional 9/11 Tribute Sep 11, 2026

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Chris McMonigle honors the 25th anniversary of September 11th by taking emotional calls from listeners and reflecting on how sports helped New York heal. They discuss the legacy of the 2001 Yankees and the significance of Mike Piazza’s home run during that recovery period. The segment concludes with the crew’s football picks for Week 1, analyzing the Giants, Jets, and other key NFL matchups.

(00:01:20) Emotional 9/11 Listener Tributes

(00:07:19) Yankees Post-9/11 Normalcy

(00:13:00) Teaching the Next Generation

(00:15:45) Memories of Cantor Fitzgerald

(00:23:14) Official Week 1 Picks

(00:27:31) Jaguars and Browns Preview

(00:31:31) Bills vs Texans Analysis

Big Mac Honors 9/11 First Responders Ahead of Subway Series Sep 11, 2026

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Chris McMonigle and his co-host discuss the emotional weight of the upcoming Subway Series coinciding with the anniversary of 9/11. They analyze the NFL's logistics for their international trip to Australia before taking calls from first responders who share powerful experiences and signs from Ground Zero.

(00:01:00) Rosh Hashanah and Remembrance

(00:04:07) NFL Australia Trip Logistics

(00:07:40) First Responder 9/11 Stories

What's The Greatest Song Lyric Ever? Sep 11, 2026

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Craig and Big Mac debate the greatest song lyrics in history before hearing from callers sharing emotional stories regarding the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. They also discuss the confusing injury status of Giants receiver Malik Nabers and clarify why Boomer Esiason received top billing in the show's title.

(00:01:42) Greatest Lyrics Debate

(00:04:11) 9/11 Survival Stories

(00:10:07) Show Naming History

(00:11:40) Malik Nabers Injury Update

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