Phil Rizzuto > Francisco Lindor? | BQB | S2 E3

Summary

The hosts of the Bronx Queens Bros podcast discuss the disappointing offseason for the Yankees and Mets, the lackluster moves made by both teams, and the possibility of signing B-level pitchers. They also debate whether the Yankees and Mets can win their divisions and whether Francisco Lindor is the third best shortstop in New York baseball history. The conversation revolves around the discussion of Phil Rizzuto and the ranking of shortstops in New York.

Takeaways

Phil Rizzuto was a Hall of Fame shortstop who won seven World Series and an AL MVP award.

Gold Gloves were not awarded during Rizzuto's time, but he was known for his defensive skills.

There is a difference of opinion on the ranking of shortstops in New York, with Lindor being considered a top three shortstop by one participant.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and New Year's Greetings

09:35 Disappointing Offseason for the Yankees and Mets

18:16 Lackluster Offseason Moves

25:07 Debate: Will Both Teams Sign a B-Level Pitcher?

30:12 Debate: Can the Yankees and Mets Win Their Divisions?

35:50 Debate: Is Francisco Lindor the Third Best Shortstop in New York Baseball History?

38:56 Discussion about Phil Rizzuto

39:10 Phil Rizzuto's career and achievements

39:28 Gold Gloves and defensive skills

41:46 Technical difficulties

42:21 Ranking shortstops in New York

43:00 Confidence in ranking Lindor

43:26 Defending Lindor's ranking

44:26 Wrapping up the episode