BT and Sal unleash a fiery discussion about Trent Grisham's decision to accept the qualifying offer ($22 million), with BT calling it a "colossal mistake" by the Yankees' front office, who seemingly misread his willingness to take the one-year deal. BT views the move as the "first potential domino to a horrendous offseason," arguing the allure of a compensatory pick blindsided them. Sal, however, believes Grisham is still a valuable commodity who can be used as a high-end fourth outfielder or trade bait (after the June 15 deadline), and that the $22 million shouldn't stop the Yankees from landing Cody Bellinger or trading for Steven Kwan.

The hosts debate the impact on the roster, specifically how Grisham's presence complicates the paths for young prospects Jason Dominguez and Spencer Jones and exacerbates the Yankees' already dangerous left-handed hitting compromise. BT's main fear remains that this move encourages the Yankees to "run it back" with a team that failed to win, banking too heavily on a different outcome.