Curtain Call

Mr. John J. Filippelli. You've heard that name mentioned countless times on YES Network broadcasts of New York Yankees games. Now, hear from the man himself, as he and his guest co-hosts, pull back the curtain and give a glimpse into what it's like to work in the sports media industry. Along the way, Flip pulls from his massive Rolodex to interview some of the biggest names in all of sports.

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Episodes

72. Yankees sweep Blue Jays

On this week's episode, Chris and Flip discuss the Yankees and Blue Jays two-game set, the play from the entire team so far, Flip shares a story from the past, and so much more.

May 12, 2022•44 min

71. Curtain Call welcomes new co-host Chris Shearn

On this week's episode, Curtain Call introduces new host Chris Shearn, Flip and Chris discuss the Yankees' play during their 11-game winning streak, special memories with past and present MLB players, the Yankees bullpen, and so much more.

May 04, 2022•52 min

60. A win-streak for the ages

This week Flip and Kevin discuss the Yankees' 11-game win-streak as they head into Oakland for a pivotal 4-game series. Flip also recounts an amazing childhood interaction with Yankees legend Lou Gehrig and so much more.

Apr 21, 2022•59 min

70. Yankees 2022 season preview

On this week's episode, Flip and Kevin discuss Opening Day, preview the Yankees 2022 season, break a big announcement and so much more.

Apr 07, 2022•56 min

69. Paul O'Neill

Flip and Kevin are joined by YES Network broadcaster, Paul O'Neill, to talk about the Yankees retiring his No. 21 in a pregame ceremony, Derek Jeter leaving the Marlins, YES Network's newest additions to the booth, and much more in this brand new episode.

Mar 01, 2022•30 min

68. Michael Kay and David Cone

Flip and Kevin are joined by YES Network broadcasters Michael Kay and David Cone to talk about their amazing careers, new opportunities in 2022 in baseball for them and much more in this brand new episode.

Jan 13, 2022•46 min

67. Flip's Hall of Fame induction ceremony

On this week's episode, Flip and Kevin recap Flip's induction to the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame.

Dec 20, 2021•46 min

66. Flip's Hall of Fame career

On the eve of the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Flip takes Kevin on a trip down memory lane to re-live all the amazing moments that made up Flip's Hall of Fame career.

Dec 15, 2021•1 hr 22 min

65. MLB offseason storylines

As Major League Baseball kicks into offseason mode, Flip and Kevin recap the Atlanta Braves' World Series victory, Buster Posey's retirement, free agency rumors, year-end awards and much more!

Nov 15, 2021•53 min

64. 2021 World Series Matchup

Flip and Kevin talk about this year's 2021 World Series matchup between the Houston Astros and Atlanta Braves and their postseason leading up to the final series between the two teams.

Oct 25, 2021•40 min

63. Yankees season recap

This week Flip and Kevin recap the season, discuss the Yankees & Red Sox Wild Card game, potential offseason moves, the 2021 MLB playoffs, the 2022 roster, and so much more.

Oct 15, 2021•58 min

62. Yankees Wild Card preview

This week Flip and Kevin discuss the end of the Yankees season, their Wild Card matchup against the Red Sox, Aaron Judge, Gleyber Torres, and so much more.

Oct 03, 2021•16 min

61. Yankees playoff push

This week Flip and Kevin discuss the Yankees' series against the Orioles, their playoff push coming down the stretch, the American League Wild Card race, Gleyber Torres, and so much more.

Sep 17, 2021•1 hr 3 min

59. The new-look Yankees

This week Flip and Kevin reflect on the first-week impact of Joey Gallo and Anthony Rizzo. They also discuss the surging Yankees, the current situation of the pitching staff, fan emails, John Sterling, and so much more.

Aug 06, 2021•54 min

58. Special Trade Deadline Edition

Flip and Kevin discuss the Yankees' recent moves to acquire Joey Gallo from the Rangers and Anthony Rizzo from the Cubs, other big MLB deadline trades, rumors around the league, and so much more.

Jul 30, 2021•21 min

57. Al Leiter

Former MLB pitcher and YES Network color commentator, and current studio analyst for MLB Network and advisor for baseball operations with the New York Mets, Al Leiter, joins the show to talk about the biggest surprises this season, trade rumors, his son Jack Leiter being drafted 2nd overall in the 2021 MLB draft, and so much more. Flip and Kevin also break down the state of the Yankees and answer fan mail.

Jul 23, 2021•1 hr 5 min

56. Hal Steinbrenner reaction, Subway Series preview

Flip and Kevin talk about Hal Steinbrenner's meeting with the media, the upcoming Subway Series and dish out 2021 midseason awards across the majors in this episode of Curtain Call.

Jul 02, 2021•47 min

55. The Surging Yankees

Flip and Kevin discuss the surging Yankees, the enforcement of the MLB Foreign Substance Policy, Gary Sanchez's hot streak, and so much more.

Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 10 min

54. Bucky Dent

Yankees legend and 1978 World Series MVP Bucky Dent joins the show to talk about his career in baseball, winning back-to-back titles with the Bombers and much more. Kevin and Flip also break down the state of the Yankees and how the team's long-term outlook for 2021 is shaping up.

Jun 13, 2021•1 hr 24 min

53. First Yankees-Red Sox series in the books

Flip and Kevin break down the first clash between the Yankees and Red Sox of the 2021 season and discuss the outlook of the team heading into a crucial road trip.

Jun 03, 2021•47 min

52. Erik Kratz is back!

After revealing that the 2018 Colorado Rockies allegedly employed a sign-stealing ploy similar to the Houston Astros, Erik Kratz returns to the show to discuss the fallout from his comments, steroid use in baseball, the Hall of Fame, and more. Also Flip and Kevin break down the Yankees options now that Corey Kluber has landed on the Injured List, which left-handed bats the Bombers might target in a trade deal, the hot bats of Aaron Judge and Gleyber Torres, and much more.

May 27, 2021•1 hr 7 min

51. Erik Kratz talks Corey Kluber no-hitter, his career and more

Flip and Kevin are joined by former major league catcher Erik Kratz to talk about Corey Kluber's no-hitter as a member of the New York Yankees, his career in baseball and much more.

May 17, 2021•1 hr 13 min

50. Bob Lorenz, the surging Yankees, and baseball jinxes

YES Network studio anchor Bob Lorenz joins Flip and Kevin to talk about the Yankees hot play of late, share Yogi Berra stories, assess the return of Luke Voit, and much more. Also, should fans and broadcasters be allowed to mention no-hitters as they are happening? Flip and Kevin break it down.

May 10, 2021•1 hr 5 min

49. Here come the Astros

As the New York Yankees prepare to host the Houston Astros, Flip and Kevin look back at the sign-stealing scandal, including the punishment and continued fallout. The duo also looks at the Yankees recent hot play, Corey Kluber’s dominance, Kyle Higashioka’s emergence, and much more.

May 03, 2021•54 min

48. Breaking down the Yankees' April

After the Yankees take three-of-four from the Indians, Flip and Kevin explain why it’s too early to worry about New York’s slow start. Also, the guys discuss the importance of Gerrit Cole, Madison Bumgarner’s “no-hitter,” and which former player they wish they could’ve seen have an injury-free career.

Apr 27, 2021•48 min

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