The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

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NY Giants "Screw" Darius Slayton with Pre-Season Cut Sep 08, 2026

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Craig and Big Mac criticize the New York Giants for releasing veteran wide receiver Darius Slayton just one day before the season begins. They analyze the impact on the roster's depth and celebrate the news of Aaron Judge's return to the Yankees.

(00:01:00) Carton and Big Mac Return

(00:01:29) Giants Cut Darius Slayton

(00:11:33) Aaron Judge Returns Tonight

Best of the Yankees on WFAN: AL East still within reach Sep 06, 2026

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Chris McMonigle and Nick Kostos on the Yankees’ chances of catching the Rays and winning the AL East. Plus: -Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber on the Yankees’ window to catch the Rays -CMac and Antony Gallo on the Yankees’ pitching staff needing to go deeper into games -Shaun and Tiki on Cam Schlitter’s home/road splits and possible playoff dilemma -Gio on Yankees fans seemingly disliking this year’s team -Gio and Bobby Berger from Bob Does Sports discuss if the Yankees are overachievers

Best of the Jets on WFAN: Cade Klubnik concerns Sep 05, 2026

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The Jets have made it clear that Cade Klubnik is their backup quarterback, and our hosts are VERY concerned across the board. Gio says Gang Green missed the boat in adding a veteran to back up Geno Smith, Chris McMonigle can't believe the Jets don't have interest in Joe Milton, and Evan Roberts is struggling to see the plan. Plus, Evan and Tiki ponder if the Jets can make a big splash and trade for a veteran quarterback in the future.

Best of the Giants on WFAN: Will Malik Nabers play Week 1? Sep 05, 2026

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Tiki Barber is concerned that Malik Nabers will not play in the Giants season opener after hearing John Harbaugh's latest comments. Plus, full reactions to the team's 53-man roster being revealed, including Shaun Morash declaring that Odell Beckham Jr. earned his spot, while Damien Woody believes Beckham can be a quality No. 2 receiver this year. Morash also declares that John Harbaugh's presence is actually underrated.

Full Show: Big Mac and Zach Gelb React to Rutgers’ Disastrous Season Opener Sep 04, 2026

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Big Mac and Zach Gelb analyze the shocking season-opening loss by Rutgers to UMass and debate the future of Greg Schiano. They are joined by NFL great Kurt Warner to preview the local football season and former Yankee Roger Clemens to discuss the pennant race.

(00:01:54) Rutgers Debacle Against UMass

(00:08:35) Yankees Chase The Rays

(00:14:39) Giants And Jets Expectations

(00:23:45) WFAN History And Legends

(00:07:39) Interview With Roger Clemens

(00:08:37) Interview With Kurt Warner

(00:16:06) Eli Manning Hall Debate

(00:18:46) Wednesday Wheel On Friday

Hour 1: Big Mac and Zach Gelb on Rutgers' Disaster and Wild Imus Stories Sep 04, 2026

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Big Mac and Zach Gelb break down the national embarrassment of Rutgers football losing to UMass as 29-point favorites. They also analyze the Yankees' chances of catching the Rays in the AL East and recount legendary stories from WFAN history, including a wild encounter involving Don Imus.

(00:01:21) Rutgers Embarrassment Against UMass

(00:06:25) Schiano's Coaching Future

(00:08:15) Yankees AL East Chase

(00:14:24) Giants and Jets Outlook

(00:20:05) Boomer and Carton Anniversary

(00:23:54) Legendary Don Imus Stories

Hour 2: Kurt Warner Analyzes Jackson Dart and New York's NFL Outlook Sep 04, 2026

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Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner joins Chris McMonigle and Zach Gelb to discuss Jackson Dart's future with the Giants and the potential of the Jets' offense. They also evaluate the impact of Odell Beckham Jr.'s return and the embarrassing Rutgers loss to UMass.

(00:02:20) Yankees Series Preview

(00:07:24) Odell Beckham Jr. Return

(00:13:13) Giants Season Expectations

(00:19:09) Rutgers Football Debacle

(00:25:45) WNBA News And Patriots

(00:08:01) Warner On Jackson Dart

(00:14:18) Evaluation Of Geno Smith

(00:24:22) Eli Manning Hall Fame

(00:33:41) Giants vs Jets Outlook

Hour 3: Debating Eli Manning's HOF Case & Rutgers Coaching Rumors Sep 04, 2026

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They analyze whether Eli Manning deserves a spot in the Hall of Fame and compare his postseason success to Ben Roethlisberger. The discussion also covers potential high-profile candidates to lead Rutgers football and a look ahead to the NFL season. Additionally, they revisit classic one-hit wonders and share humorous wedding tradition stories.

(00:01:47) Wedding Traditions and Songs

(00:06:15) Eli Manning HOF Debate

(00:09:45) Ben Roethlisberger Comparisons

(00:13:30) NFL Season Outlook

(00:18:15) The Thunderdome Wheel Game

(00:23:45) Rutgers Head Coach Search

Hour 4: Roger Clemens on Modern Pitching and His Hall of Fame Snub Sep 04, 2026

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Chris McMonigle and Zach Gelb are joined by legendary pitcher Roger Clemens to discuss his illustrious career and the current state of Major League Baseball. They also debate Eli Manning's Hall of Fame credentials and evaluate the San Francisco 49ers' prospects for the upcoming season.

(00:03:53) Eli vs Peyton Manning

(00:08:19) 49ers Season Preview

(00:17:32) Mets Roster News

(00:24:12) Tom Coughlin's Legacy

(00:35:41) Roger Clemens Interview

(00:39:43) Evolution of Pitching

(00:50:20) Hall of Fame Snubs

(01:04:45) Steroid Era Debate

Hour 5: Zach Gelb Joins the Thunderdome to Rank Worst Sports Franchises Sep 04, 2026

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Zach Gelb joins the program to debate which professional sports teams are the most unproductive franchises in history, focusing on the Detroit Lions and Cleveland Browns. They transition into playing "The Wheel," competing in categories like non-quarterback Super Bowl MVPs and 1998 box office hits.

(00:02:07) Worst Franchise in Sports

(00:07:29) Ben Simmons and Basketball

(00:12:36) Beatles versus Yankees Debate

(00:17:52) Playing the Wednesday Wheel

(00:22:24) Mets and Giants Trivia