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Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber focus on the Mets finding a rare spark in a difficult season, as Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing bring energy, athleticism, and a little hope to a team that has badly needed it. The walk off win over Detroit gives fans something to feel good about, even if the Mets remain well under .500 and far from proving they are truly back.

The conversation also centers on the concern surrounding Juan Soto’s foot, another frustrating injury scare in a season already filled with them. Evan and Tiki weigh the excitement of the youth movement against the reality of the Mets’ offensive struggles, the need for cleaner baseball, and the importance of Soto avoiding a longer absence.

OG Anunoby is back practicing with the Knicks - we talk a little preview for the next series. Max Fried left yesterday’s game with elbow soreness. Fried said he doesn’t expect to be out long.

Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to the Yankees going 1-5 on the road trip, the offense completely disappearing, Anthony Volpe struggling again, and the huge concern surrounding Max Fried’s elbow injury scare. Plus, Subway Series hype, Mets chaos, Malik Nabers injury concerns, and Craig predicts the Jets are starting 2-0!

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to a fascinating split in New York baseball, with Yankees fans uneasy about Anthony Volpe’s return while Mets fans rally around the arrival of A.J. Ewing. The Yankees’ shortstop situation becomes a test of whether Aaron Boone and Brian Cashman are truly operating differently this season.

The discussion centers on why Jose Caballero should keep the job when healthy, what Volpe’s role should be moving forward, and how Ewing’s debut instantly injected energy into a struggling Mets season. From patient at bats to a fan base desperate for hope, Ewing gave the Mets something worth watching.

AJ Ewing had 3 walks, a stolen base and an RBI triple. Plus, David Stearns refuses to address Mendoza's future with the Mets.

Carton considers a potential studio visit from Rich Robinson before examining the tragic career of Otis Redding and the "deal with the devil" music theory. They analyze the Mets' trajectory toward a 100-loss season and debate Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s maturity following a rough performance for the Yankees. The conversation also explores humorous personal habits like whistling on the toilet to avoid family stress and a lunch review of sandwiches from Faicco's.

01:04 - Rich Robinson Studio Visit

04:13 - Otis Redding History

08:14 - Mets Relevance Crisis

11:41 - Bathroom Hiding Habits

18:24 - Jazz Chisholm Maturity Debate

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to the Yankees’ four game losing streak and explain why the concern is not panic, but the offense suddenly going quiet. After another frustrating one run loss, they look at how a team with strong overall numbers can still feel vulnerable when key bats stop producing.

The conversation focuses on Jazz Chisholm’s rough start, his 50 50 comments, and whether he is pressing in a lineup where he does not need to be the hero. Evan and Tiki also debate whether skipping the media after a bad night matters, why Austin Wells needs to wake up, and the strange handling of Jose Caballero’s finger injury.

Craig Carton and Big Mac analyze the New York Yankees' recent four-game skid and the offensive disappearing act of Jazz Chisholm Jr. They also discuss the lack of leaks surrounding the New York Jets' schedule compared to other NFL teams. The conversation shifts to the New York Mets' struggles under David Stearns before concluding with personal banter and a featured segment on grilling with Premio sausage.

01:05 - Carton Show Intro

02:47 - NFL Schedule Leaks

06:40 - Yankees Slump Analysis

09:06 - Jazz Chisholm Jr. Struggles

20:23 - Mets Opening Struggles

Craig Carton walked into the studio to talk about all the condiments in his office. He also talked about C-Mac taking a 2-week Disney cruise.

We started with the Cavaliers beating the Pistons to even the series 2-2 as the Knicks are resting at home. Gio is feeling extra confident as a Knicks fan and it’s a weird feeling.