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The Chase for 28

A Yankees Podcast

The Chase for 28 is an unofficial Yankees podcast focused on team news, on-field action with a lot of raw fan emotion and passion for the 27-Time World Champion New York Yankees.
Latest Episode1/7/2023

A Retired Numbers Debate (1/7/23) - CF28-059

Ep. 59
CHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE!SAVE $20 ON YOUR FIRST SEATGEEK ORDER WITH PROMO CODE: CHASEFOR28The Chatter: Hey Batter, BatterThe New York Yankees are one of the most successful and storied franchises in Major League Baseball, with a rich history of 27 World Series championships. As such, it's no surprise that the team has a long list of players whose numbers have been retired in their honor.The Yankees currently have 20 retired numbers. The most famous retired numbers belong to some of the greatest players in team history, including Babe Ruth (3), Lou Gehrig (4), Joe DiMaggio (5), and Mickey Mantle (7). More recent players to have their numbers retired by the Yankees include Derek Jeter (2) and Mariano Rivera (42).But what about players who may have had successful careers with the Yankees, but not what many would call "All-Time Greats"? Some candidates in this realm include Jorge Posada (20), Paul O'Neill (21), Andy Pettitte (46), and Bernie Williams (51), all of whom played critical roles in the team's World Series championships from 1996-2009.Yankee TriviaWho is the Yankee hitter with the 5th most strikeouts in franchise history?AJ is on special assignment and I will be joined by my Dad, the Podcast Padre, during these dark Winter months.
1/7/2023

A Retired Numbers Debate (1/7/23) - CF28-059

Ep. 59
CHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE!SAVE $20 ON YOUR FIRST SEATGEEK ORDER WITH PROMO CODE: CHASEFOR28The Chatter: Hey Batter, BatterThe New York Yankees are one of the most successful and storied franchises in Major League Baseball, with a rich history of 27 World Series championships. As such, it's no surprise that the team has a long list of players whose numbers have been retired in their honor.The Yankees currently have 20 retired numbers. The most famous retired numbers belong to some of the greatest players in team history, including Babe Ruth (3), Lou Gehrig (4), Joe DiMaggio (5), and Mickey Mantle (7). More recent players to have their numbers retired by the Yankees include Derek Jeter (2) and Mariano Rivera (42).But what about players who may have had successful careers with the Yankees, but not what many would call "All-Time Greats"? Some candidates in this realm include Jorge Posada (20), Paul O'Neill (21), Andy Pettitte (46), and Bernie Williams (51), all of whom played critical roles in the team's World Series championships from 1996-2009.Yankee TriviaWho is the Yankee hitter with the 5th most strikeouts in franchise history?AJ is on special assignment and I will be joined by my Dad, the Podcast Padre, during these dark Winter months.
12/18/2022

Rodon to the Bronx (12/17/22) - CF28-058

Ep. 58
CHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE!SAVE $20 ON YOUR FIRST SEATGEEK ORDER WITH PROMO CODE: CHASEFOR28The Chatter: Hey Batter, BatterCarlos Rodon signs with the Yankees2023 Lineup ChatterWhat else will and should the Yankees do this offseason?Around MLBGleyber TorresAJ is on special assignment and I will be joined by my Dad, the Podcast Padre, during these dark Winter months.
12/8/2022

BONUS: Yankees Sign Aaron Judge (12/7/22)

Ep. 57
CHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE!SAVE $20 ON YOUR FIRST SEATGEEK ORDER WITH PROMO CODE: CHASEFOR28Aaron Judge is staying in the Bronx. The superstar slugger and reigning AL MVP is reportedly re-signing with the New York Yankees on a nine-year, $360 million deal, according to multiple reports.In this bonus episode of the show, Chris and the Podcast Padre react and discuss where the Yankees go from here this off-season.AJ is on special assignment and I will be joined by my Dad, the Podcast Padre, during these dark Winter months.
12/3/2022

Building A Better Yankee Team (12/3/22) - CF28-057

Ep. 57
CHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE!SAVE $20 ON YOUR FIRST SEATGEEK ORDER WITH PROMO CODE: CHASEFOR28The Chatter: Hey Batter, Batter2022 Baseball Winter Meetings will take place Dec. 4-7th, in San DiegoAaron Judge WatchCould Yankees sign Noah Syndergaard?https://www.mlb.com/news/why-there-are-no-left-handed-catchers-in-mlbThermon Munson vs. Aaron JudgeYankee TriviaWho is the other Yankee besides Judge to win both the ROY and the MVP award in their career as a Yankee?AJ is on special assignment and I will be joined by my Dad, the Podcast Padre, during these dark Winter months.
11/5/2022

What will the Yankees’ Offseason Look Like? (11/5/22) - CF28056

Ep. 56
CHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE!SAVE $20 ON YOUR FIRST SEATGEEK ORDER WITH PROMO CODE: CHASEFOR28The Chatter: Hey Batter, Batter2022 Yankees ReflectionBrian Cashman & Aaron Boone ReturningWhat does an Aaron Judge Contract look like?Do you pursue Aaron Judge?AJ is on special assignment and I will be joined by my Dad, the Podcast Padre, during these dark Winter months.
10/23/2022

BONUS: ALCS Game 3 Reaction (10/22/22)

Ep. 55
Another dominating performance by the unflappable Cristian Javier in the Bronx and a clutch hit by veteran catcher Christian Vázquez have the Astros on the verge of their fourth pennant in the last six years after beating the Yankees, 5-0, in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series on Saturday night at Yankee Stadium.Box ScoreCHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE!SAVE $20 ON YOUR FIRST SEATGEEK ORDER WITH PROMO CODE: CHASEFOR28-----Purchase Chase for 28 MerchLeave Us A VoicemailBecome a LegendNobody Beats the Riz ShirtDarth Bader Shirt
10/21/2022

BONUS: ALCS Game 2 Reaction (10/20/22)

Ep. 55
Framber Valdez delivered one of the best starts of his postseason career Thursday night at Minute Maid Park by not allowing an earned run while striking out nine batters in seven innings to lead the Astros to a 3-2 win over the Yankees in Game 2 of the American League Championship Series at Minute Maid Park.Box ScoreAlso discussed:Peraza DefenseJudge AlmostOffensive StrugglesCHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE!SAVE $20 ON YOUR FIRST SEATGEEK ORDER WITH PROMO CODE: CHASEFOR28-----Purchase Chase for 28 MerchLeave Us A VoicemailBecome a LegendNobody Beats the Riz ShirtDarth Bader Shirt