Evan & Tiki

Trade rumors are heating up around Jaylen Waddle as Miami’s roster shakeup raises one big question: are the Dolphins blowing it up for a full rebuild? Evan and Tiki break down the signs pointing to a potential tank, the uncertain quarterback plan in Miami, and why Waddle could suddenly be on the market despite signing a new deal not long ago.

If you could bring back any former New York athlete in their prime to help today’s teams, who would make the biggest impact? In this Cinco de Luncho segment, the debate shifts to players who are not in the Hall of Fame but would dramatically raise a current roster’s ceiling. From offensive line help for the Giants to much-needed edge for the Knicks, scoring punch for the Rangers, and lineup protection for the Mets and Yankees, the list sparks plenty of arguments and nostalgia. Plus, a deep dive into the blockbuster A-Rod trade, the era of Yankees excess, and why today’s big-market teams operate very differently.

Evan and Tiki dig into the archives to fact-check Steve Cohen: Has the Mets owner always been against naming a team captain, or did the locker room issues force his hand? The guys debate the "bastardization" of the captaincy in MLB, leading to a heated argument about John Franco’s tenure wearing the "C."

Later, they decode Cohen’s "good boy" comments regarding a potential MLB salary cap and why Evan is convinced the owner is just playing nice with the league. Plus, a look at the available free-agent quarterbacks for the Jets—is Derek Carr the stabilizer they need?—and Evan prepares to pressure Carlos Mendoza on batting Juan Soto leadoff.

The guys debate about what the real issue is. Is it the biggest teams spending too much, or the smallest teams spending nowhere near enough? Evan and Tiki dig into the payroll gap, why owners complain about exploding salaries, and why fans never see the actual books when teams claim they are losing money.

Then the conversation swings to the Yankees and a classic February question: if the rotation ever got fully healthy, who actually gets bumped? Evan explains why the question is flawed (because pitchers never stay healthy), how “follow the money” really works, and why options and roster flexibility will decide more than hot takes.

Finally, a caller pitches a twist on the World Baseball Classic: move the biggest games to All-Star week. The guys break down why it sounds awesome, why pitchers make it complicated, and what a real compromise could look like.

It’s Tuesday at 11:30, which means it’s time for Posted & Toasted, and the receipts are vicious.

The crew rewinds the clock to peak Linsanity and finds an old Jeremy Lin tweet that instantly turns into a full-on roast, complete with Evan’s all-time bizarre Disney World breakup story and a “watching the game on the toilet” confession that somehow gets even stranger.

Then it gets worse.

Sean Morash gets tagged again for another classic post, this one about switching to boxer briefs at 29, and it spirals into a full wardrobe timeline debate. Big Mac shows up with a Carmelo trade victory lap tweet from 2011, and the show closes with the ultimate NYC food take: fold your pizza, and don’t you dare bring a fork and knife anywhere near it.

Posted & Toasted delivers exactly what it promises: old posts, new embarrassment, and a lot of yelling.

Should the New York Jets lock up Breece Hall at all costs? With franchise and transition tag numbers looming, the debate heats up over whether Gang Green should secure their young star running back long-term or risk letting the market decide.

Evan and Tiki break down why Hall is more than just a running back. He is a foundational piece for whoever lines up at quarterback next season. They compare Hall to Kenneth Walker, analyze usage, injuries, production, and market value, and debate whether the Jets can afford to lose a true workhorse.

Plus, what would a fair deal actually look like? Is a four-year, $50 million contract the sweet spot, or will the open market push the price higher? And how much does Walker’s recent Super Bowl heroics complicate things?

If you are building a roster around a new QB, this conversation reveals why the backfield decision could define the entire Jets offseason.

A casual conversation about the Yankees’ defense turns into a full-blown firestorm: Was Anthony Volpe actually a better defender than Derek Jeter at one point… and are Yankees legends being remembered through nostalgia instead of reality?

The crew dives headfirst into the eye-test vs. analytics war, comparing Jeter and Bernie Williams to true defensive icons and asking whether clutch moments have overshadowed defensive shortcomings. Is criticizing all-time greats fair analysis or sacrilege in New York?

From advanced stats to “he made every play that mattered,” the debate spirals into how fans remember greatness, how narratives stick, and why postseason memories shape reputations more than regular-season performance.

Aaron Judge is already the most feared hitter in baseball… and now he might be coming for the basepaths too.

After revealing a specific area he wants to improve, Judge hints that he plans to dramatically increase his stolen bases, potentially turning walks into instant scoring threats and making the Yankees’ offense even more dangerous. The crew reacts, makes bold predictions for his 2026 steal total, and debates whether aggression on the bases is worth the injury risk for a superstar of his size.

Did Juan Soto’s sudden speed surge inspire Judge? Can a player with Judge’s frame realistically swipe 30 or more bags in today’s game?

Plus, a caller sparks a heated throwback argument about Yankees teams of the past, defensive strength up the middle, and whether legends like Derek Jeter and Bernie Williams are remembered more fondly than they actually played in the field. Is nostalgia clouding reality, or are analytics missing what made those teams great?

Did Aaron Judge really blast the Yankees’ offseason, or did everyone hear what they wanted to hear?

After one viral quote from spring training set social media on fire, we break down the FULL context of Judge’s comments, including the positive answer most people ignored. Was his frustration about the team’s direction, or simply the long wait to re-sign Cody Bellinger and key pieces?

The debate gets heated as opinions clash over leadership, loyalty, expectations of “Yankees baseball,” and whether fans are projecting their own frustrations onto the captain. Does Judge actually support “running it back,” or was he subtly calling for more moves? And how much freedom has a three-time MVP earned to speak his mind?

From 'Rico Brogna' (subscribe here): First, we heard from David Stearns. Now we hear from good ole' Steve Cohen. I'm sure he has nothing of note to say.

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