Aaron Judge’s MVP win sparks outrage among Seattle Mariners fans—was there really an “East Coast bias,” or did Judge’s stats simply outclass Cal Raleigh? Stacey Gotsulias and Brian McKeon break down the heated reactions, dissecting Judge’s impact, the value of historic seasons, and the ongoing debate about MVP criteria in Major League Baseball. The episode questions whether defensive prowess or position-specific achievements should outweigh league-wide dominance and challenges fans’ narratives about postseason significance.

Fan Mail Friday delivers fresh insights as the hosts tackle Yankees stadium favorites, memorable road trips, and rule changes like the pitch clock and ghost runner. Listener questions spark discussions about the Yankees’ outfield logjam, the future of prospects like Jasson Domínguez, and long-term pitching targets such as Paul Skenes. From Brian Cashman’s latest quotes to legends-section experiences at Yankee Stadium, this episode has something for every New York Yankees fan searching for edge, entertainment, and answers.

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