The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

Latest Episodes:

Hammer Comes Down on the Clippers Sep 02, 2026

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Instant reactions from C-Mac and Gallo on the news about the Clippers being forced to give up multiple draft picks while members of the organization are fined and suspended.

What Does Angels Sale Mean For Baseball? Sep 02, 2026

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Does the sale of the Los Angeles Angels being $4 billion prove that the issue with MLB's competitive balance stems from the small market teams not spending enough?

Trent Grisham vs Spencer Jones Sep 02, 2026

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C-Mac and Gallo debate on who should be playing when Aaron Judge comes back: Trent Grisham or Spencer Jones

The Yankees Rotation Must Go Deeper In Games Sep 02, 2026

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C-Mac and Gallo have concerns about the Yankees starters not being able to go deep in games, putting more stress on the bullpen.

Full Show: Chris McMonigle on Yankees Struggles and Kroenke Buying the Angels Sep 01, 2026

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Chris McMonigle analyzes the New York Yankees' recent series of embarrassing losses and discusses the instability within the team's bullpen. They review Tony Romo’s official statement regarding his health and examine Stan Kroenke’s newest acquisition of the Los Angeles Angels. Pop culture headlines, including a music debate and a look at upcoming New York Giants expectations, are also covered.

(00:01:50) Yankees Collapse In Anaheim

(00:05:27) Bullpen Management And Depth

(00:14:37) New York Mets Future

(00:21:07) Tony Romo CBS Update

(00:24:34) Stan Kroenke Buys Angels

(00:30:44) Will Fleming Broadcast Controversy

(00:12:15) Duane Keffe D Davis

(00:23:50) Traffic Report

(00:27:40) Sydney Sweeney Lingerie Line

Hour 1: Big Mac Slams Yankees for Lifeless Loss to the Angels Sep 01, 2026

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Big Mac analyzes the Yankees' lifeless effort in Anaheim and the dilemma of prioritizing the division title over player health during The Carton Show. They also react to news of Stanley Kroenke purchasing the Angels and debate whether the team possesses the same championship DNA as the Knicks.

(00:01:20) Yankees Fall In Anaheim

(00:04:41) Chasing The Rays

(00:08:41) Roster And Bullpen Flux

(00:12:22) Strategy For Postseason

(00:18:08) Movie And Music Banter

(00:22:14) Yankee Bullpen Debate

(00:26:57) Knicks DNA Comparison

(00:24:01) Kroenke Buys The Angels

(00:29:56) Red Sox Replay Debate

Hour 2: CMac Questions Tony Romo’s Future and Yankees’ Playoff Offense Sep 01, 2026

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Chris McMonigle reacts to the conviction of Duane Davis in the Tupac Shakur murder case and debates the early arrival of Sam Adams Oktoberfest. He evaluates the Yankees' offensive struggles and the potential of Spencer Jones while addressing Tony Romo's statement on his health and CBS broadcasting future.

(00:01:38) Tupac Shakur Murder Case

(00:05:28) Sam Adams Oktoberfest Debate

(00:12:39) Yankees Postseason Offense Concerns

(00:16:30) Grisham Versus Spencer Jones

(00:22:13) Tony Romo Health Statement

(00:29:35) NFL Pre-Game Show Value

(00:39:08) Jazz Chisholm Retaliation Debate

(00:41:10) Cookie Puss Origin Story

Hour 3: McMonigle: Giants Can't Afford Another 0-2 Start Sep 01, 2026

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McMonigle and Hoffman analyze the New York Giants' upcoming season, focusing on the urgency of winning early and the critical health of rookie Malik Nabors. They debate the team's potential for an upset against the Rams while also discussing the New York Mets' roster management and the possibility of pursuing Tarik Skubal.

(00:01:48) Hoffman's Inheritance Scam Call

(00:04:35) Rick's Beatles Nostalgia Call

(00:07:10) Giants Early Season Pressure

(00:14:15) Rams Trap Game Potential

(00:20:35) Nabors And Dart Connection

(00:29:15) Debating NFL's Unlikable Teams

(00:31:55) Position Players Pitching Issues

(00:37:00) Mets Bullpen Future Roles

(00:40:45) Pursuing Tarik Skubal Trade

Hour 4: Big Mac Debates If Cowboys Are Truly A Juggernaut Over Giants Sep 01, 2026

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Big Mac addresses the skepticism surrounding the Giants' Week 1 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys, questioning if Dallas is actually an NFC juggernaut. He also discusses Sidney Sweeney’s new lingerie line, Mets pitching matchups, and the controversy surrounding Tua Tagovailoa’s social media posts. Finally, he shares personal stories about high school sports awards and memories of Franklin Square.

(00:02:10) Sidney Sweeney Lingerie Line

(00:09:30) Giants vs Cowboys Preview

(00:13:41) Jackson Dart QB Discussion

(00:19:34) Dexter Lawrence Impact Analysis

(00:25:08) Yankees Roster Update News

(00:29:30) Chris McMonigle Award Story

(00:36:56) Franklin Square Neighborhood Memories

(00:15:43) Mets vs Brewers Preview

(00:22:00) Tua Tagovailoa Twitter Controversy

Hour 5: C-Mac and Gallo Debate Notre Dame’s Potential and Giant Expectations Sep 01, 2026

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C-Mac and Anthony Gallo discuss whether Notre Dame can thrive without a conference schedule and debate the realistic expectations for Jackson Dart and the Giants this season. They take calls from passionate fans regarding the team's difficult schedule and the impact of the new coaching staff.

(00:01:20) Nostalgic TV Talk

(00:07:17) Callers Connect with Hosts

(00:08:38) Notre Dame Season Outlook

(00:10:54) Debating Giants Reality

(00:16:46) Music and Steve Miller

(00:17:50) Giants Schedule Debate

(00:20:30) Evaluating Jackson Dart

(00:23:20) Traffic Report

(00:24:50) Tom Hanks Film Rankings