The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

Dellin Betances joins Craig and Chris to analyze the Yankees' postseason approach and the decision to start Anthony Volpe over Jazz Chisholm. He shares insights from his 2017 playoff run and discusses the intense pressure of October baseball.

(00:01:00) Dellin Betances Interview

(00:01:52) Volpe vs Chisholm Lineup

(00:03:59) 2017 Comeback Mentality

(00:07:06) Game 3 Score Predictions

(00:10:28) Playoff Anxiety Discussion

Jeff Francoeur joins to analyze the Yankees' strategy while facing a must-win situation against the Rays. They examine Aaron Boone’s lineup shifts, the psychological pressure of New York, and the consistency of the Tampa Bay organization.

(00:01:00) Jeff Francoeur Interview

(00:02:53) Analyzing Lineup Changes

(00:06:46) Playoff Pitching Strategy

(00:11:49) Anthony Volpe's Impact

(00:17:48) Game Night Expectations

Craig and Big Mac weigh in on Lane Johnson's retirement and the long-term financial implications for the Philadelphia Eagles. They also cover the Giants' decision to pass on Odell Beckham Jr. and a fiery debate over Aaron Boone’s leadership of the Yankees.

(00:01:00) Giants and Eagles Roster News

(00:05:24) Thibodeau and Boone Debates

(00:12:13) Yankee Stadium Game Banter

Craig Carton and C-Mac analyze the New York Yankees' current slump, debating whether the team's "tight" play stems from coaching or individual performance. They specifically address Jazz Chisholm's recent errors and speculate on Aaron Boone's job security heading into a potential lockout season.

(00:01:00) Peanuts and Squeeze Trivia

(00:02:24) Yankees Run Production Concerns

(00:05:12) Yankees Hitting Strategy

(00:08:12) Boone and Chisholm Future

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle share Suzyn Waldman's reporting that confirms peanuts have returned to Yankee Stadium. They debate whether Jazz Chisholm Jr. or Anthony Volpe should start in the lineup before discussing Max Fried's decision to pitch during his girlfriend's pregnancy. The conversation concludes with a heated debate regarding the necessity of paternity leave for professional athletes.

(00:01:00) Yankee Stadium Peanut Update

(00:03:11) Yankee Lineup Tweak Discussion

(00:04:44) Chisholm Vs Volpe Debate

(00:13:58) Max Fried Paternity Situation

(00:18:21) Paternity Leave Debate

Carton and Big Mac discuss a surprising shortage at Yankee Stadium where the venue has reportedly run out of peanuts during the postseason. They also dive into a debate regarding the Yankees' lineup, comparing the offensive potential of Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Anthony Volpe while clarifying MLB paternity leave rules.

(00:01:00) Stadium Peanut Shortage

(00:06:02) MLB Paternity Leave Rules

(00:09:47) Chisholm Vs Volpe Debate

Big Mac and Mike evaluate the Yankees' infield defensive options on the Card Show, weighing Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s power against defensive reliability. They also investigate a caller's suggestion to use MLB paternity list rules involving Max Fried as a loophole to add Aaron Judge to the active roster.

(00:01:00) Yankees Infield Dilemma

(00:07:28) Aaron Judge Loophole

(00:13:09) Postseason Roster Strategy