The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

C-Mac analyzes the Orioles' waiver claim of Luis Robert Jr. and reflects on Pete Alonso's late-season surge. They examine Carlos Beltran's complicated history with the Mets and evaluate Aaron Boone’s tactical decisions during the Yankees' series against the Red Sox.

(00:01:14) Luis Robert Jr. Claimed

(00:05:13) Pete Alonso’s Hot Streak

(00:15:36) Carlos Beltran’s Mets Tenure

(00:20:36) Yankees Red Sox Recap

(00:25:34) Yankees Bullpen Strategy

Chris McMonigle reacts to controversial comments made by Red Sox broadcasters regarding Jazz Chisholm Jr. stealing bases during a blowout win. He defends the aggressive base-running and Aaron Boone's platoon lineup strategies while looking ahead to a potential playoff matchup against Boston. The discussion also examines the validity of baseball's unwritten rules and the Yankees' current team identity.

(00:01:13) Giants Roster Moves

(00:01:53) Red Sox Broadcast Controversy

(00:03:44) Yankees Platoon Lineup Strategy

(00:07:07) Boone's Management Style

(00:14:02) Baseball's Unwritten Rules

The conversation addresses the heated reaction from the Boston Red Sox radio broadcast regarding Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s decision to steal bases during a late-inning lead. They reveal that Aaron Boone actually attempted to coordinate with the Red Sox bench before the steals occurred, contradicting the narrative of poor sportsmanship. Additionally, the discussion pivots to the New York Giants' recent roster moves involving draft picks Evan Neal and Jalen Hyatt.

(00:01:00) Red Sox Broadcast Controversy

(00:03:38) WEEI Radio Reaction

(00:07:16) Aaron Boone's Warning

(00:14:16) Jalen Brunson's Birthday

(00:16:41) Giants Roster Cuts

Chris "Big Mac" McMonigle reacts to the New York Yankees' dominant performance against the Boston Red Sox, highlighted by a crushing blowout victory. He addresses the controversy surrounding Jazz Chisholm Jr. stealing bases and provides updates on Aaron Judge's return to the lineup.

(00:01:09) Big Mac Riding Solo

(00:01:48) Yankees Dismantle Red Sox

(00:10:35) Chisholm Base Stealing Drama

The Yankees picked a bad time for their offense to regress to its earlier form, musting very little against the Astros in their series finale, losing another game in the loss column ahead of a monster series with the Red Sox. C-Mac is back from vacation and ready to sound off on everything surrounding the Yanks, from the battle between pushing for the division and thinking bigger picture, to the latest on Aaron Judge and his preference to skip a rehab assignment. Plus, Luis Garcia Jr.'s continued tear, George Lombard Jr.'s struggles in the field, and whether Brian Cashman missed the boat with his lack of bullpen moves at the trade deadline given the injury to Fernando Cruz.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

6:17: An analysis of George Lombard's puzzling defensive collapse, marked by six errors in six consecutive games.

12:38: Debating Trent Grisham's outfield defense versus his clutch offensive production.

16:34: How Jazz is transforming the offense with his speed and small-ball execution despite ongoing inconsistencies at the plate.

24:18: The Yankees are operating with a dangerously thin bullpen following Cruz's elbow injury.

26:56: Re-evaluating the trade deadline. Brian Cashman's failure to acquire bullpen arms is actively hurting the team.

40:00: Aaron Judge plans to skip rehab assignments and return directly to the major league lineup, potentially during the upcoming homestand against Colorado.

1:00:36: Looking ahead to the biggest series of the year against the Boston Red Sox, starting with Cam Schlittler on the mound.

1:06:05: Breaking down the devastating blow of Giancarlo Stanton's latest injury and the financial realities of his contract buyout.