Mike Francesa reacts to the Knicks taking down the Celtics in double overtime and extending their win streak, even without Jalen Brunson. Immanuel Quickly played 55 minutes and had a career game to show the East that the Knicks have depth.
Mar 06, 2023•33 min•Ep. 170
In this episode, Mike Francesa lauds the improvement that the Knicks have demonstrated this season. He also answers your emails on the new pitch clock, Daniel Jones, the Mets offense, and much more.
Mar 02, 2023•37 min•Ep. 169
Mike Francesa says the Knicks have a slam dunk with Josh Hart, who is meshing wonderfully with Jalen Brunson. He offers an update on NCAA basketball and the chaos in Alabama. And finally, he responds to your emails.
Feb 28, 2023•36 min•Ep. 168
Mike Francesa offers a peek at the contenders for the NCAA men's basketball tournament in March. He also answers your emails on the Yankees, Big East basketball, courtside fashion, and much more.
Feb 24, 2023•35 min•Ep. 167
On this episode, Mike Francesa is joined by Mark Feinsand of MLB Network. You'll hear them break down the biggest Major League Baseball storylines of 2023, including hot takes on the NY Yankees and NY Mets.
Feb 22, 2023•39 min•Ep. 166
It's another all-email special from Mike Francesa. He responds to your messages about Giants QB Daniel Jones, Brian Cashman and the Yankees, the state of the country, and offers an update on Casa Creed and High Oak.
Feb 21, 2023•42 min•Ep. 165
Mike Francesa reacts to the passing of Tim McCarver, a longtime guest on Mike's shows. Mike also answers your emails on Bill Parcells, The Knicks, Keith Hernandez & more.
Feb 16, 2023•24 min•Ep. 164
Mike Francesa and Bobby Valentine preview early storylines for the upcoming MLB season. San Diego is becoming the NY Mets of the West and trying to spend its way to a World Series, and Mike says Edwin Diaz "shut me up" with his amazing performance last season. Mike also answers your emails.
Feb 16, 2023•28 min•Ep. 163
Mike Francesa and former Jets standout Joe Klecko talk about his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Klecko was a sixth-round draft pick out of Temple in 1977 and developed into a four-time Pro Bowler.
Feb 15, 2023•34 min•Ep. 162
Mike Francesa answers your emails about the NFL and Super Bowl LVII. You'll hear his thoughts on Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes, and the terrible field conditions on Sunday. He also recaps the game with NFL analyst Mike Pereira, who offers insights on Super Bowl officiating.
Feb 14, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 161
Mike Francesa recaps an epic Super Bowl that saw the Chiefs navigate the Eagles' defense and take the Lombardi Trophy back to Missouri. The turf was an abomination, and it destroyed the integrity of the game, even more than the late defensive penalty.
Feb 13, 2023•24 min•Ep. 160
Mike Francesa breaks down every aspect of Super Bowl LVII between the Eagles & Chiefs -- he expects a close game, but there's one factor that's most likely to determine the final outcome. He also responds to your emails and offers an update on his racehorse, High Oak.
Feb 10, 2023•46 min•Ep. 159
Mike Francesa digs into recent NBA storylines, including the Nets, Kevin Durant, and the impending trade deadline. Brian Geltzeiler joins the show to offer his thoughts.
Feb 09, 2023•46 min•Ep. 158
Mike Francesa rounds up NFL storylines, including the rumors about Aaron Rodgers and the Jets. He digs deeper into the strengths and weaknesses of both Super Bowl teams. And he responds to your emails on Jalen Hurts, Georgetown and Rutgers college hoops, Phil Mickelson, LeBron James, and much more.
Feb 08, 2023•31 min•Ep. 157
Mike Francesa says that although the Eagles are favored, the Chiefs probably have more at stake in this weekend's Super Bowl. Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid simply cannot take these kinds of playoff runs for granted. Mike also responds to your emails.
Feb 06, 2023•39 min•Ep. 156
On this episode, Mike Francesa reacts to Tom Brady's retirement, thanks the folks at "First Take," and takes emails on Mike and the Mad Dog, the NFL refs, the expectations of the Giants in 2023, and St. John's basketball.
Feb 02, 2023•34 min•Ep. 155
In this episode, Mike Francesa dives into listener emails. You'll hear his thoughts on the Jets stadium situation, the Baseball Hall of Fame, Super Bowl trivia, former WFAN colleagues, and much more. Mike also preps for his appearance on ESPN's "First Take" tomorrow, where he'll join Mad Dog and Stephen A. to talk about hot sports topics.
Jan 31, 2023•37 min•Ep. 154
Mike Francesa reacts to the victories by Kansas City and Philadelphia in the Championship games. The officiating really controlled the end of the KC-Cincinnati game, while SF had no chance once Brock Purdy was knocked out of the game.
Jan 30, 2023•25 min•Ep. 153
Mike Francesa previews NFL Conference Championship Weekend. On the NFC side, you’ll hear his thoughts on the 49ers-Eagles game and whether Brock Purdy can stare down Jalen Hurts. And in the AFC Championship, a banged-up Mahomes finds himself as an underdog to the surging Cincinnati Bengals and Joe Burrow, who is two wins from greatness. Mike also responds to your emails.
Jan 27, 2023•39 min•Ep. 152
Mike Francesa confirms that he'll appear on ESPN's First Take. He also answers your emails on a wide range of topics, including Joe Burrow, Mets offensive moves in the offseason, top coaches in the NFL, and much more.
Jan 24, 2023•31 min•Ep. 151
Mike Francesa reacts to Sunday's Divisional games that saw the Buffalo Bills existing the NFL playoffs. Joe Burrow may be the best quarterback in the league. San Francisco put the Dallas Cowboys into the grinder and ran them into the ground. Mike takes a look at these games and a look ahead to next week's championship games.
Jan 23, 2023•34 min•Ep. 150
Mike Francesa reacts to the Giants being outclassed by the Philadelphia Eagles. The Giants had no answer for the Eagles all night and were getting beat in all aspects.
Jan 22, 2023•25 min•Ep. 149
Mike Francesa previews each game of the NFL Divisional Round. The banged-up Eagles are favored against the Giants, but Daniel Jones' running ability poses a threat to Philly's Super Bowl hopes. Trevor Lawrence could take the "express elevator" to NFL stardom if the Jags could find a way to knock off the Chiefs. Plus, thoughts on Bills v Bengals and Sunday's finale between the 49ers and Cowboys.
Jan 20, 2023•39 min•Ep. 148
Mike Francesa welcomes Steve Serby from the NY Post to the show to take an in-depth look at the Giants-Eagles matchup this weekend. Will the game be a slugfest or will the Eagles run away with it all?
Jan 19, 2023•47 min•Ep. 147
In this all-email episode, Mike Francesa responds to your burning questions about the sports world. You’ll hear his takes on the NFL Divisional round and why Don Martinale deserves a raise. Plus, he says the Yankees are failing to keep up with the Astros, and the Bills must cut back on reckless mistakes or be eliminated this weekend.
Jan 18, 2023•36 min•Ep. 146
Mike Francesa breaks down the Cowboys-Buccaneers Wild Card matchup. Is Tom Brady done in Tampa? Mike also takes a first look at next weekend's matchups.
Jan 17, 2023•19 min•Ep. 145
Mike Francesa reacts to the Giants victory over the Vikings. Although people thought the Giants could win, this was a sterling performance by the Giants, especially Daniel Jones. The Giants showed they are not going to be a pushover against the Eagles.
Jan 16, 2023•27 min•Ep. 144
Mike Francesa reacts to the shocking victory by the Jacksonville Jaguars & breaks down the 49ers win. The officiating in the Jaguars-Chargers game was horrid, but you have to give Trevor Lawrence credit from bouncing back from a brutal first half. Will Los Angeles keep Brandon Staley as coach after this loss?
Jan 15, 2023•30 min•Ep. 143
It's Wild Card Weekend, and Mike Francesa previews each game, including the rematch of the Vikings and Giants. Do major underdogs Seattle & Baltimore stand a chance? Despite Tampa's losing record, are they peaking at the right time to beat the Cowboys?
Jan 13, 2023•28 min•Ep. 142
Mike Francesa talks NFL Wild Card matchups with Mark Schlereth. Stink was broadcasting the game for FOX when the Giants lost at Minnesota and has a first-hand perspective on the rematch. Mike also reads listener emails.
Jan 13, 2023•56 min•Ep. 141