Stakes are Higher in Second Subway Series
The Yankees and Mets meet again, but both are in different places this time. Mike Francesa previews the Subway Series in today's podcast.
Jul 23, 2024•35 min•Ep. 439
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Jul 17, 2024•42 min•Ep. 437
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Jul 15, 2024•33 min•Ep. 436
Yanks Staggering Towards Break, Alonso Anchoring Mets' Future
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Jul 12, 2024•32 min•Ep. 435
Will The Real Yankees Team Please Stand Up?
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Jul 10, 2024•41 min•Ep. 434
Yanks Drop Another Series, Mets Need Home Cooking
The Yankees drop another series, this time to Boston. The Mets have bounced back in Pittsburgh and are looking at winnable home games this week. Mike Francesa looks at what's ahead for both teams.
Jul 08, 2024•35 min•Ep. 432
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Jul 06, 2024•29 min•Ep. 432
The Yankees in a Tailspin & Listener Emails
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Jul 05, 2024•45 min•Ep. 431
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Mike Francesa says that thanks to a revived offense, the Mets can go on a run before the All-Star Break. But despite stellar play from Juan Soto and Aaron Judge, the Yankees have only three wins in their last 10 games and are looking for answers. And how will the Knicks fare without Isaiah Hartenstein?
Jul 03, 2024•43 min
The State of the Mets & Yankees at the Midway Point
The Mets & Yankees have reached the halfway point in the MLS season, and they're going in different directions. Mike Francesa looks at the state of the Yankees and Mets as they enter the dog days of summer. Also, Mike thinks the Knicks are one move away from being elite.
Jul 01, 2024•31 min•Ep. 429
Mets Crush Yankees Pitching in Subway Series Sweep
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Knicks Nab Mikal Bridges & Mets Hold off Yankees in Game 1 of Subway Series
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Jun 26, 2024•48 min•Ep. 427
As Subway Series Nears, Diaz Gets Himself into a Sticky Situation
Edwin Diaz was tossed for having the "sticky stuff" on his fingers. Not the way the Mets wanted to head into the Subway Series with the Yankees. Mike Francesa previews the series and looks at the Mets' Diaz situation.
Jun 24, 2024•39 min
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The Baltimore Orioles took the series from the Yankees this week in convincing fashion, and the Birds showed they are the better team... for now. Mike Francesa talks about how the Yankees can flip the script on Baltimore as the season goes on. The Mets look to start a new streak, and the Lakers get their coach in J.J. Redick.
Jun 21, 2024•30 min•Ep. 425
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Jun 19, 2024•38 min•Ep. 424
Mets' Sizzling Streak Continues & Jeff Van Gundy Returns to NBA
Mike Francesa praises the Celtics' team effort, noting their ability to win the NBA Finals despite not having a standout MVP. He also discusses the Mets' impressive recent run, the Yankees' series versus the Orioles, and Jeff Van Gundy's surprising return to basketball as an assistant coach for the Clippers.
Jun 18, 2024•28 min
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The Mets are finding ways to win. Mike Francesa looks at the recent winning ways and if they can continue. The Yanks need more than Judge and Soto to go all the way. Who are the candidates to step up? Mike starts off with a recap of the thrilling U.S. Open finish.
Jun 17, 2024•25 min•Ep. 422
Aaron Rodgers: Jets Will Live & Die by His Decisions
Aaron Rodgers has played less than one quarter for the Jets in his career, but he is not in minicamp. Is it a big deal? Mike Francesa looks at the pitfalls of Rodgers' absence.
Jun 14, 2024•31 min
Mavs Miscues Hand 3-0 Finals Lead to Celtics
Mike Francesa criticizes the Dallas Mavericks for their poor performance versus the Celtics. Luka Dončić’s mistakes and coach Jason Kidd's decisions are costing the team dearly in this Finals series. He also offers thoughts on Jerry West's passing, the US Open, and a summer of Yanks-Orioles drama.
Jun 13, 2024•30 min•Ep. 421
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Jun 12, 2024•49 min
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Mike Francesa recaps Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Although the Mavs kept it closer in Game 2, they must reduce turnovers and step up again to avoid a dreaded 3-0 Finals hole. Plus, thoughts on the Yankees-Dodgers series and the Mets finding a backbone in London.
Jun 10, 2024•34 min•Ep. 419
Why This NBA Finals Could Be Closer Than Anyone Expects
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Jun 05, 2024•31 min•Ep. 418
Danny Hurley on NCAA Success & The Next Level
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Jun 04, 2024•43 min•Ep. 417
Judge, Soto Making Magic
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The Rangers Can No Longer Play from Behind
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May 27, 2024•39 min
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