260 | Opening Week Reactions, Yanks off to PERFECT start!
04/03/24 • 51 min
The boys are off to a HOT start this episode is around the excitement and optimism surrounding the New York Yankees' strong start to the season. The hosts discuss the impact of players like Juan Soto and Anthony Volpe, who have brought a new energy and attitude to the team. They highlight the team's resilience and ability to come back in games, which was lacking in previous seasons. The conversation also touches on the dilemma of fitting DJ LeMahieu back into the lineup and the struggles of Giancarlo Stanton. Overall, the hosts express their excitement for the team's new identity and the potential for a successful season. The conversation covers various topics related to the New York Yankees, including the improved outfield defense, concerns about Clay Holmes in the bullpen, the team's ability to work pitch counts, the impact of Juan Soto's hitting approach, and the potential role of Luis Hill in the rotation or bullpen. The hosts express excitement about the team's performance and discuss the possibility of roster changes in the future. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the impact of trading Michael King and the bullpen situation. They also talk about the importance of signing Juan Soto to a long-term contract and the pressure on the Yankees to prove themselves as a winning team. The conversation then shifts to the ongoing investigation of Tony La Russa and the implications for baseball. The hosts end the conversation by joking about their own comedic abilities and making plans for future recordings.
Timestamps:
00:00 The Excitement Surrounding the New York Yankees' Strong Start
02:39 The Impact of Juan Soto and Anthony Volpe
06:05 Resilience and Comeback Ability
09:52 The Dilemma of Fitting DJ LeMahieu Back into the Lineup
11:45 Giancarlo Stanton's Struggles and Future
13:31 Excitement and Optimism for the Team's New Identity
20:30 Concerns About Clay Holmes in the Bullpen
22:45 Working Pitch Counts
23:52 Admiring Juan Soto's Hitting Approach
26:35 Excitement About Luis Hill
34:06 Possible Roster Changes and the Role of Nester Cortes Jr.
37:40 The Impact of Trading Michael King and the Bullpen Situation
39:07 The Importance of Signing Juan Soto to a Long-Term Contract
41:31 The Pressure on the Yankees to Prove Themselves
43:24 The Investigation of Tony La Russa and Its Implications
46:56 Joking About Comedy and Making Plans for Future Recordings
Keywords:
New York Yankees, strong start, Juan Soto, Anthony Volpe, resilience, comeback, DJ LeMahieu, Giancarlo Stanton, excitement, potential, New York Yankees, outfield defense, Clay Holmes, bullpen, pitch counts, Juan Soto, Luis Hill, roster changes, Michael King, bullpen, Juan Soto, long-term contract, pressure, Yankees, Tony La Russa, investigation,
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The boys are off to a HOT start this episode is around the excitement and optimism surrounding the New York Yankees' strong start to the season. The hosts discuss the impact of players like Juan Soto and Anthony Volpe, who have brought a new energy and attitude to the team. They highlight the team's resilience and ability to come back in games, which was lacking in previous seasons. The conversation also touches on the dilemma of fitting DJ LeMahieu back into the lineup and the struggles of Giancarlo Stanton. Overall, the hosts express their excitement for the team's new identity and the potential for a successful season. The conversation covers various topics related to the New York Yankees, including the improved outfield defense, concerns about Clay Holmes in the bullpen, the team's ability to work pitch counts, the impact of Juan Soto's hitting approach, and the potential role of Luis Hill in the rotation or bullpen. The hosts express excitement about the team's performance and discuss the possibility of roster changes in the future. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the impact of trading Michael King and the bullpen situation. They also talk about the importance of signing Juan Soto to a long-term contract and the pressure on the Yankees to prove themselves as a winning team. The conversation then shifts to the ongoing investigation of Tony La Russa and the implications for baseball. The hosts end the conversation by joking about their own comedic abilities and making plans for future recordings.
Timestamps:
00:00 The Excitement Surrounding the New York Yankees' Strong Start
02:39 The Impact of Juan Soto and Anthony Volpe
06:05 Resilience and Comeback Ability
09:52 The Dilemma of Fitting DJ LeMahieu Back into the Lineup
11:45 Giancarlo Stanton's Struggles and Future
13:31 Excitement and Optimism for the Team's New Identity
20:30 Concerns About Clay Holmes in the Bullpen
22:45 Working Pitch Counts
23:52 Admiring Juan Soto's Hitting Approach
26:35 Excitement About Luis Hill
34:06 Possible Roster Changes and the Role of Nester Cortes Jr.
37:40 The Impact of Trading Michael King and the Bullpen Situation
39:07 The Importance of Signing Juan Soto to a Long-Term Contract
41:31 The Pressure on the Yankees to Prove Themselves
43:24 The Investigation of Tony La Russa and Its Implications
46:56 Joking About Comedy and Making Plans for Future Recordings
Keywords:
New York Yankees, strong start, Juan Soto, Anthony Volpe, resilience, comeback, DJ LeMahieu, Giancarlo Stanton, excitement, potential, New York Yankees, outfield defense, Clay Holmes, bullpen, pitch counts, Juan Soto, Luis Hill, roster changes, Michael King, bullpen, Juan Soto, long-term contract, pressure, Yankees, Tony La Russa, investigation,
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Previous Episode
259 | Spring Training begins! Soto & Spencer Slam, Bullpen trust Tree & Soto extension talks!
In this episode the boys discuss...
- Spencer Jones has impressed with his performance in minor league baseball.
- The chemistry between Juan Soto and Aaron Judge is a positive sign for the Yankees.
- Re-signing Juan Soto should be a priority for the Yankees.
- The Yankees' outfield depth is a good problem to have.
- The stability of the Yankees' roster is a welcome change.
- Luis Gil has shown promise in his performance.
- Predictions for the upcoming season's bullpen are made. The addition of players like Verdugo and Stroman brings a new feel to the team and a welcome shake-up.
- Unleashing Aaron Judge's emotions and allowing players to play looser could lead to better performance.
- Possible expansion cities include Nashville, Charlotte, Oklahoma City, and New Orleans.
- The uncertainty of Juan Soto's contract situation adds to the all-in mentality of the team.
- The conversation highlights the excitement and potential of an all-in year for the Yankees.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction and Minor League Baseball
01:01 The Yankees' Chemistry
03:03 Juan Soto and Potential Contract Extension
04:26 The Yankees' Outfield Depth
06:20 The Importance of Re-signing Juan Soto
07:37 Juan Soto's Age and Accomplishments
09:30 The Stability of the Yankees' Roster
10:26 Aaron Hicks and Catcher Platoon
13:08 Luis Gil's Performance
15:30 Bullpen Predictions
19:35 The Strength of the Bullpen
20:28 Trent Grisham as a Solid Outfielder
22:21 The Impact of Bench Players
23:34 Finding Diamonds in the Rough in the Bullpen
24:00 The Uncertainty of Blake Snell's Signing
25:02 The Possibility of Another Move
26:35 The Excitement for Anthony Volpe
31:52 The Impact of Alex Verdugo
36:00 The New Feel of the Team
37:14 A Different Approach
38:17 Adding Swagger and Excitement
40:19 Expansion Teams and Potential Cities
42:19 The Uncertainty of Juan Soto
43:26 The Excitement of an All-In Year
44:24 The Potential of Expansion Drafts
46:29 Possible Expansion Cities
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Next Episode
261 | John Sterling swan song, Rizzo & Judge struggles, Luis "Wild Thing" Gil
The boys discuss the retirement of John Sterling, the longtime voice of the New York Yankees. They share their favorite calls and reflect on his impact on the team and the sport. They also discuss Anthony Rizzo's defensive struggles and the potential lineup changes when DJ LeMahieu returns. The hosts express concern about the Yankees' inconsistent hitting and the need for more depth in the lineup. They also mention Juan Soto's impressive performance and the importance of having a strong bench. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss their thoughts on Aaron Judge's performance and potential injury concerns. They also talk about Juan Soto's impressive hitting and command of the strike zone. The conversation then shifts to the Yankees' rotation and the potential impact of Gerrit Cole's return on the pitching staff. They discuss the possibility of Luis Gil and Nestor Cortes Jr. being moved to the bullpen. The hosts analyze the performance and potential of both pitchers. They also highlight the impressive stuff and command of Luis Gil and discuss his potential as a future ace. In this conversation, Luke and Murph discuss various baseball statistics and trends. They talk about the low number of hard-hit balls in a game and the impact of pitch velocity and pitch clock on player injuries. They also touch on the unluckiness of certain hitters and the performance of catchers Austin Wells and Trevino. The conversation shifts to the Yankees' improved plate approach and the influence of hitting coach Dylan Lawson. They mention the trade between the Yankees and Pirates involving Hoy Park and Clay Holmes. The conversation concludes with a discussion about prospect development and the impact of trades on teams.
John Sterling, retirement, New York Yankees, favorite calls, Anthony Rizzo, defensive struggles, lineup changes, DJ LeMahieu, hitting, Juan Soto, bench depth, Aaron Judge, injury concerns, Juan Soto, hitting, strike zone, Yankees rotation, Gerrit Cole, Luis Gil, Nestor Cortes Jr., bullpen, pitching staff, stuff, command, future ace, baseball, statistics, trends, hard-hit balls, pitch velocity, pitch clock, player injuries, unlucky hitters, catchers, plate approach, hitting coach, trade, prospect development
00:00 Introduction and Yankees Update
06:56 Reflecting on John Sterling's Retirement
14:57 Potential Lineup Changes and the Need for Depth
38:31 The Impressive Stuff and Potential of Luis Gil
46:09 The Yankees' Record and Unlucky Hitters
52:15 Trades and Unpredictable Outcomes
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