The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

Harold Reynolds joins to analyze the Yankees' postseason dominance, specifically praising Clarke Schmidt's stamina and the emergence of Ben Rice. He weighs in on the complex usage of Garrett Crochet and Giancarlo Stanton while predicting that New York will officially close out the series tonight.

(00:01:00) Harold Reynolds Joins

(00:05:02) Jazz Chisholm Discussion

(00:08:11) Stanton and Crochet Impact

Big Mac reacts to the Yankees social media team using Robert Saleh's "All Gas, No Brakes" slogan before their playoff matchup. The discussion also covers Andrew Thomas' injury for the New York Giants and the aggressive bullpen management needed to eliminate the Red Sox.

(00:01:00) Yankees And Giants Updates

(00:03:44) Yankees Slogan Controversy

(00:07:00) Fan Rainout Gripe

(00:13:07) Bullpen Strategy Discussion

They discuss Josh Hart's revelation that finger surgery would end his career before analyzing the Yankees' playoff performance. The conversation includes predictions for the Game 2 lineup against the Red Sox, a debate over Anthony Volpe's bunting, and details on winning tickets for the Wild Card round.

(00:01:00) Josh Hart's Injury Dilemma

(00:03:48) Yankees Lineup Bunting Debate

(00:07:41) Playoff Tickets TV Appearance

Carton and Big Mac recount the excitement of a Yankees' playoff win and the viral moment of a host pacing nervously on the field-level broadcast. They contrast the New York crowd with disappointing attendance in Houston and Atlanta while analyzing the bullpen strategy used by Aaron Boone.

(00:01:00) Stadium Lunch and TV Cameo

(00:04:03) MLB Playoff Attendance Issues

(00:08:15) Boone Out-Manages the Red Sox

Craig and Big Mac break down the Yankees' Game 1 win over the Red Sox, focusing on Cam Schlittler’s historic performance and Ben Rice’s power. They praise Aaron Boone’s trust in his young starters and highlight the success of the organization's homegrown talent heading into Game 2.

(00:01:00) Schlittler and Rice Dominate

(00:05:12) Fans Mistake Mound Visit

(00:08:31) Managerial Decision Comparisons

(00:10:28) Homegrown Talent Success

C-Mac is celebrating LIVE from Yankee Stadium after Cam Schlittler once again owned the Red Sox in playoff action, moving the Bombers to within one win of the ALDS! Chris is joined by Shaun Morash to break down Schlittler's dominance, Ben Rice's big night at the plate, the homegrown youngsters coming through with the bat, and how the Yankees are set up the rest of the series.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

Intro: Live from Yankee Stadium with initial reactions to the Yankees' 9-0 Wild Card Game 1 shutout over the Red Sox.

2:37: Shaun Marash joins the show to praise Cam Schlittler's masterful curveball and his stress-free, 117-pitch performance.

7:46: The game breakers - Ben Rice hits two massive home runs, including the grand slam that turned a close game into a laugher.

12:50: The "Young Blood" steps up - How homegrown talent like George Lombard Jr. (three hits, two runs), Anthony Volpe, and Spencer Jones powered the lineup.

15:03: Roman Anthony's wrist injury and a heavily depleted Red Sox bullpen.

27:18: Rickie Ricardo drops by to declare the Red Sox on the ropes and call for a two-game sweep.

38:22: Aaron Judge missing from pre-game field introductions, roster decisions, and setting up the rotation for Game 2 against Max Fried.