The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

Craig Carton and Big Mac discuss the awkwardness of meeting Joe Girardi in a hallway and debate Aaron Judge's postseason roster status. They also address the possible eviction of the Jackie Robinson Museum and why Carton is skipping Boomer Esiason’s Hall of Fame ceremony to stay on-air.

(00:01:20) Hygiene Habits And Hairpieces

(00:05:30) Joe Girardi Hallway Encounter

(00:09:10) Sonny Gray And Yankee Pressure

(00:13:15) Judge vs Stanton Roster Strategy

(00:18:30) Wedding Customs And Miracle Babies

(00:24:20) Jackie Robinson Museum Crisis

(00:31:40) Coverage vs Boomers Hall Of Fame

(00:15:30) Professional Commitment To WFAN

(00:21:50) Risking Health For World Series

Craig and Chris McMonigle analyze the Yankees' postseason momentum and Aaron Judge's availability for the ALDS. They also discuss a bizarre botched execution story from Tennessee and celebrate Victor Cruz's recent marriage to DJ Orange Calderon.

(00:01:20) Craig's Oura Ring Fight

(00:06:14) Alex Cora Managerial Flack

(00:10:33) October Baseball Branding Irony

(00:17:35) Botched Tennessee Execution News

(00:26:21) Aaron Judge Injury Status

(00:13:34) Victor Cruz Wedding News

(00:19:00) Yankees Celebration Debate

(00:24:14) Broadway Show Tune Battle

Chris McMonigle analyzes the New York Yankees' satisfying postseason sweep of the Boston Red Sox on The Last Stop of the Carton Show, praising the team's balance of small ball and power hitting. He addresses potential roster adjustments for the upcoming series against the Tampa Bay Rays, specifically focusing on the roles of Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and the young outfielders.

(00:01:00) Yankees Sweep Red Sox

(00:07:13) Pitching and ALDS Preview

(00:14:49) Yankees Playoff Roster Decisions

(00:18:18) Small Ball Versus Power

(00:23:08) Spencer Jones Versus Grisham

Craig and Big Mac dive into the Yankees' postseason roster decisions, questioning if Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton are healthy enough to contribute in the ALDS. They also recount a socially awkward run-in with Joe Girardi and debate the non-negotiable rules for wedding food and seating.

(00:01:00) Celebrity Hygiene Habits

(00:04:49) Meeting Joe Girardi

(00:07:06) Sonny Gray's Yankee Struggles

(00:10:14) Aaron Judge Roster Status

(00:14:51) Essential Wedding Rules

Craig Carton discusses the legal battle to save the Jackie Robinson Museum from eviction in downtown Manhattan. He also reveals his decision to miss Boomer Esiason’s Radio Hall of Fame induction to prioritize hosting coverage for the Yankees' upcoming postseason game.

(00:02:08) Robinson Museum Eviction Struggle

(00:08:43) Prioritizing Yankees Over Boomer

(00:14:35) Waiting On Aaron Boone

Analysis covers the Yankees' recent victory, focusing on Trent Grisham's defensive effort and a questionable send by third base coach Luis Rojas. They also examine internal tension within the Red Sox organization and recall the 1997 Knicks-Heat playoff brawl.

(00:01:00) Rutgers Ticket Giveaway

(00:02:52) WNBA and Knicks Brawl

(00:04:48) Grisham’s Lack of Effort

(00:08:23) Luis Rojas’ Poor Send

Craig and Big Mac break down a historic Spencer Jones statistic involving two strikeouts and a stolen base in a single inning on The Carton Show. They also share stories from the Yankee Stadium luxury suites and debate the ideal pitching rotation for an upcoming series against the Rays.

(00:01:00) Spencer Jones Record Stat

(00:04:34) Stadium Suite Experiences

(00:08:46) ATVs and Playoff Rotation

Carton and Big Mac investigate the discolored mark on Sonny Gray's neck following the Yankees' sweep of the Red Sox. They criticize Chad Tracy's bullpen management and mock the current downward spiral of Boston sports teams. The conversation shifts to a review of the NBC broadcast team and the frustration surrounding MLB's playoff scheduling.

(00:01:00) Sonny Gray Cheating Allegations

(00:04:31) Red Sox Bullpen Blunder

(00:10:15) Lou Merloni Avoids Carton

(00:12:46) Postseason Scheduling And Attendance

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle welcome the owners of Captree Clam Company to announce a new oyster named after the Go Get 'Em podcast following a successful wager. They also analyze the Yankees' postseason pitching rotation and debate whether fans should catch home run balls hit by opposing teams.

(00:01:00) Yankee Podcast Oyster Bet

(00:05:55) Seafood Website Launch Details

(00:10:50) Yankees Postseason Rotation Strategy

(00:13:53) Fan Interference Instinct Debate

Mike Tomlin's Minecraft obsession is questioned for its potential impact on his coaching focus and recent playoff drought. Boomer and the crew discuss the New York Yankees' upcoming ALDS, analyzing Aaron Judge's return and the roster implications for players like Giancarlo Stanton. They also examine the team's shift toward successful small-ball tactics in recent games.

(00:01:06) Tomlin Minecraft Obsession

(00:05:06) Yankees ALDS Strategy

(00:09:24) Small Ball Mentality