In this special 100th episode of Chase for 28, Chris and the Podcast Padre celebrate their milestone with a look back at their earliest shows, a recap of the Yankees’ up-and-down week, and a deep-dive into what’s going on with the team as the All-Star break slowly comes into view. From the struggles of Grisham, Goldschmidt, and Volpe, to the growing pains with the bullpen, this episode offers a realistic view of where the team stands, while retaining that eternal Yankee optimism.

Topics Discussed:

• Yankees’ current standings (42-26; first in AL East)
• Series recap: Red Sox, Royals
• Grisham’s struggles at the plate (average drops to .244)
• Goldschmidt and Ben Rice battling to find their form
• The controversy over the new “ghost runner” in extra innings
• Umpire accountability — should there be penalties for poor performance?
• The rich history of Old-Timers’ Day — and a call for its return
• The anniversary of the first episode (November 14, 2020)
• How the team might handle its roster when Giancarlo Stanton, Anthony Volpe, and Ben Rice all need playing time
• The possibility of adding Kyle Tucker in free agency

Yankees Trivia 🤔

Who was the first Yankee Pitcher to Win the WS MVP?

Answer: Don Larsen

This episode: Who wore #2 before Derek Jeter?

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