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Rice & Schlittler Dominate Bosox | Boomer & Gio Sep 30, 2026

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Yanks beat up the Red Sox thanks to a dominant performance by Cam Schlittler and two homers including a grand slam by Ben Rice, who Gio said Boomer is ‘in love with’. Boomer expects a big performance from Max Fried tonight.

Emmanuel Berbari Previews Yankees Lineup and Boone's Bench Strategy | The Carton Show with Chris McMonigle Sep 29, 2026

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Emmanuel Berbari joins to discuss the Yankees' Game 1 postseason matchup and the reasoning behind starting Anthony Volpe at second base. He analyzes Aaron Boone's decision to carry 16 position players and how Giancarlo Stanton will be utilized as a pinch hitter. The segment also covers the contrast between the success of New York teams and recent struggles in Philadelphia sports.

(00:01:00) New York Philly Rivalry

(00:02:43) Emmanuel Berbari Interview

(00:03:23) Yankees Lineup Strategy

Suzyn Waldman: Yankees Can't Risk Aaron Judge's Achilles Injury | The Carton Show with Chris McMonigle Sep 29, 2026

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Suzyn Waldman joins Big Mac to discuss the Yankees' Wild Card roster decisions, specifically why Giancarlo Stanton is active while Aaron Judge remains sidelined. They examine the logic behind starting Anthony Volpe over Jazz Chisholm Jr. and the potential for a low-scoring series against the Red Sox. Waldman also shares concerns about the team's defensive lapses heading into the postseason.

(00:01:26) Judge Left Off Roster

(00:05:38) Yankees Lineup Decisions

(00:10:54) Playoff Defensive Concerns

Dave Sims on Yankees Playoff Roster & Memories of Ichiro Suzuki | The Carton Show with Chris McMonigle Sep 29, 2026

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Yankees play-by-play announcer Dave Sims joins the program at Yankee Stadium to discuss the postseason roster and Anthony Volpe's move to second base. He shares his perspective on the matchup against the Red Sox, reflects on his legendary stories involving Ichiro Suzuki, and looks back at his early career at WFAN as The Soul Man.

(00:01:00) Yankees Playoff Roster Analysis

(00:04:13) Red Sox Matchup Concerns

(00:06:07) Yankees Pitching Rotation Strategy

(00:09:41) Memories Of Ichiro Suzuki

(00:14:17) Career History At WFAN

Stanton In, Judge Out: Craig and Big Mac Talk Yankees vs. Red Sox | The Carton Show with Chris McMonigle Sep 29, 2026

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Craig and Big Mac broadcast live from Yankee Stadium to discuss Aaron Judge missing the Wild Card roster due to a calf strain. They analyze the roster strategy behind carrying sixteen position players and debate Giancarlo Stanton's role in the series against the Red Sox.

(00:01:00) Yankee Roster Breakdown

(00:07:14) Boone's Managerial Pressure

(00:10:25) Stanton's Roster Inclusion

Yankees Shut Down Aaron Judge for Wild Card | Evan & Tiki Sep 29, 2026

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Aaron Judge is officially off the Yankees’ Wild Card roster, forcing New York into its biggest postseason test without its superstar. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber debate whether the Yankees made the right call protecting Judge, who wanted to play despite the injury risk, and why his absence cannot become an excuse if they lose to Boston.

Now Gio Likes JJ McCarthy | Boomer & Gio Sep 29, 2026

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The Giants traded for J.J. McCarthy. He will be the backup for Jameis, but this puts him on notice. Gio seems to have changed his tune on McCarthy, and likes this addition for the Giants.

Giants' J.J. McCarthy Trade is an Indictment of Jameis Winston | The Carton Show with Chris McMonigle Sep 28, 2026

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Big Mac and Carton react on The Carton Show to the New York Giants' trade for J.J. McCarthy after a poor showing from Jameis Winston. They discuss the New York Jets' improvement despite a loss to the Lions and analyze the contrasting reactions of both fan bases.

(00:01:26) Jets Competent Football Recap

(00:01:43) J.J. McCarthy Trade Impact

(00:04:40) Giants Ugly Win Analysis

(00:08:04) Jets Optimism vs Giants Frustration

Joe Benigno Sees Real Hope Despite Jets Loss | Evan & Tiki Sep 28, 2026

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The Giants stun everyone by trading for J.J. McCarthy, immediately raising questions about what the former first-round pick could become under John Harbaugh. Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash react to the surprise move, McCarthy’s uneven start in Minnesota, and whether the Giants are taking a worthwhile gamble on his upside.

Before the breaking news, Joe Benigno unloads on the Jets’ defense and special teams after a frustrating loss to Detroit, but comes away encouraged by Geno Smith and the offense. Joe praises Garrett Wilson and the Jets’ emerging weapons while warning that Aaron Glenn’s team has to stop settling for moral victories and start turning promising performances into wins.

Giants Survive, But Red-Zone Failure Raises Alarm | Evan & Tiki Sep 28, 2026

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The Giants got the win they absolutely needed, but Brian Burns’ season-ending ACL injury hangs over an ugly victory against the Titans. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to another devastating injury, why health could become the biggest threat to the Giants’ season, and why surviving a sloppy game still matters when the alternative is another crushing loss.

The offense left plenty to worry about. New York repeatedly failed to finish drives in the red zone, penalties killed opportunities, and Matt Nagy’s direct-snap call to Cam Skattebo drew immediate criticism. Still, the Giants found a way to advance to 2-1, with Evan and Tiki pointing to John Harbaugh and the new coaching staff as a major reason this team feels different.

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