The Chase for 28

In Episode 103 of Chase for 28, the frustration boils over. Chris and the Podcast Padre pull no punches in their most candid conversation of the season, airing grievances about the Yankees' brutal 0-6 stretch, crumbling bullpen, and Anthony Volpe’s prolonged slump. Amid jokes, rants, and some sobering stats, they dive into the mismanagement of young talent, the questionable coaching structure, and the ever-growing "Fire Boone" crowd.They also assess trade deadline needs, explore potential replacements at third base and on the mound, and debate the Yankees' future with Domínguez vs. Volpe. And yes — there’s a trivia question at the end, and it’s both simple and confusing (as always).Key Topics Discussed:⚾ Yankees go 0-6 since the last episode, now 48–41 (2nd in AL East)🔥 “Bullpen” now has an ERA over 10 — complete collapse😤 Roster frustration: Who are these relievers?💥 Volpe’s historic futility: ranks dead last in 6 major offensive categories since 2023 (among qualified players)🧢 Domínguez shines (.267, 8 HRs, 67 hits in 251 ABs)🔁 Should Volpe go down to the minors — or should coaches fix him?🎯 Boone’s summer slumps: a 7-year midseason pattern🧢 Trade targets: Ke'Bryan Hayes, Ryan McMahon, IKF, Nolan Arenado🧱 Pitching targets: Sandy Alcantara, Carlos Carrasco (again), top farm arms🧠 Coaching carousel: hitting coach instability🧨 Should Boone be fired? (Spoiler: one host says yes — loudly.)👶 Future core: Domínguez vs. Volpe — who stays in 3 years?Yankees Trivia 🤔Which Yankee has reached base the most times in franchise history?Answer: Derek JeterThis episode: What number has never been worn by a Yankee?Bullpen Q&A ☎️You have opinions just like we do so we want to hear from you!Email us at feedback@chasefor28.comConnect with us on Twitter @chasefor28podConnect with us on Instagram @chasefor28podSend a voicemail http://chasefor28.com/voicemailMerch 👕Chase for 28 - Podcast and Select Player ShirtsSeatGeek 🎟Check out SeatGeek - the easiest way to buy tickets for sports, concerts, and more. Visit chasefor28.com/seatgeek and use promo code 'CHASEFOR28' at checkout to get $20 off your first purchase.

In Episode 102 of Chase for 28, Chris and the Podcast Padre react to another lukewarm week in Yankees baseball, where the team holds a slim lead in the AL East despite continued offensive struggles. The episode opens with a trivia victory, dips into De Niro’s Frankenstein of all things, and quickly pivots into hard-hitting analysis of player performances and managerial trends.The duo breaks down Spencer Jones’ promotion to Triple-A, criticizes Anthony Volpe’s play and discusses George Lombard Jr.'s rise to the Yankees' top prospect. They also revisit a familiar frustration—how the Yankees consistently underperform during the summer months under Aaron Boone. Will shaking up the lineup or a fiery dugout ejection finally spark the team?Key Topics Covered:✅ Yankees' current record: 46-34 (0.5 game lead in AL East)📉 Ongoing offensive slump and recent 1–2 performance vs. Reds📺 Viral moment: Trevino triggers Jazz Chisholm’s ejection🎬 De Niro played Frankenstein?! A quick movie detour🔼 Spencer Jones called up to Triple-A Scranton; stats + scouting⚾ George Lombard Jr. now Yankees’ top prospect❗ Anthony Volpe struggles continue (.230 avg, poor contact rate)💬 The summer swoon under Aaron Boone: pattern or problem?🔄 Managerial moves: shakeups, trades, or emotional outbursts?📉 Slumping stars: Judge, Goldschmidt, Volpe🔥 Domínguez leads Yankees in hitting over past 2 weeks (.324)📊 Upcoming schedule: A’s, Blue Jays, Mets (Subway Series Pt. 2)Yankees Trivia 🤔Who is #3 in Yankees World Series homeruns?Answer: Yogi Berra - 12This episode: Which Yankee has reached base the most times in franchise history?Bullpen Q&A ☎️You have opinions just like we do so we want to hear from you!Email us at feedback@chasefor28.comConnect with us on Twitter @chasefor28podConnect with us on Instagram @chasefor28podSend a voicemail http://chasefor28.com/voicemailMerch 👕Chase for 28 - Podcast and Select Player ShirtsSeatGeek 🎟Check out SeatGeek - the easiest way to buy tickets for sports, concerts, and more. Visit chasefor28.com/seatgeek and use promo code 'CHASEFOR28' at checkout to get $20 off your first purchase.

In Episode 101 of Chase for 28, Chris and the Podcast Padre return with a heavy dose of Yankee frustration and food-for-thought—literally. After enduring the Yankees' slump (including a brutal seven-game skid), they break down recent performances, share their firsthand experience from a night at the Audi Club, and vent about Anthony Volpe’s inconsistency at the plate and in the field.This episode isn't just rants and raves—it’s stats-backed. The duo dives deep into Volpe’s numbers, Domínguez’s uneven production, the potential long-term plan for Cody Bellinger at first base, and whether Aaron Judge might ever pull a Mickey Mantle and switch positions. Add in listener shoutouts, trivia, and a nostalgic look at Yankee greats, and it’s another packed edition of Chase for 28.Key Topics Covered:Yankees’ record: 45-32 (2-game lead in AL East)Recap: Sweeps by Boston and Angels, bounce-back vs. OriolesInside the Yankees Audi Club: Atmosphere vs. AffordabilityAnthony Volpe’s ongoing struggles: high K-rate, low impactMartian, Bellinger, and the outfield logjamPaul Goldschmidt vs. Cody Bellinger: Who plays 1B in 2026?Spencer Jones and George Lombard Jr. minor league updatesShould Aaron Judge eventually move to first base?Debate: Is A-Rod the best 3B in Yankee history?Shout-out to Cozzini’s extended familyYankees Trivia 🤔Who was the last player to wear #2 before Derek Jeter?Answer: Mike GallegoThis episode: After Mantle and Ruth, who’s 3rd in Yankees World Series HRs?Bullpen Q&A ☎️You have opinions just like we do so we want to hear from you!Email us at feedback@chasefor28.comConnect with us on Twitter @chasefor28podConnect with us on Instagram @chasefor28podSend a voicemail http://chasefor28.com/voicemailMerch 👕Chase for 28 - Podcast and Select Player ShirtsSeatGeek 🎟Check out SeatGeek - the easiest way to buy tickets for sports, concerts, and more. Visit chasefor28.com/seatgeek and use promo code 'CHASEFOR28' at checkout to get $20 off your first purchase.

In this special 100th episode of Chase for 28, Chris and the Podcast Padre celebrate their milestone with a look back at their earliest shows, a recap of the Yankees’ up-and-down week, and a deep-dive into what’s going on with the team as the All-Star break slowly comes into view. From the struggles of Grisham, Goldschmidt, and Volpe, to the growing pains with the bullpen, this episode offers a realistic view of where the team stands, while retaining that eternal Yankee optimism.Topics Discussed:Yankees’ current standings (42-26; first in AL East)Series recap: Red Sox, RoyalsGrisham’s struggles at the plate (average drops to .244)Goldschmidt and Ben Rice battling to find their formThe controversy over the new “ghost runner” in extra inningsUmpire accountability — should there be penalties for poor performance?The rich history of Old-Timers’ Day — and a call for its returnThe anniversary of the first episode (November 14, 2020)How the team might handle its roster when Giancarlo Stanton, Anthony Volpe, and Ben Rice all need playing timeThe possibility of adding Kyle Tucker in free agencyYankees Trivia 🤔Who was the first Yankee Pitcher to Win the WS MVP?Answer: Don LarsenThis episode: Who wore #2 before Derek Jeter?Bullpen Q&A ☎️You have opinions just like we do so we want to hear from you!Email us at feedback@chasefor28.comConnect with us on Twitter @chasefor28podConnect with us on Instagram @chasefor28podSend a voicemail http://chasefor28.com/voicemailMerch 👕Chase for 28 - Podcast and Select Player ShirtsSeatGeek 🎟Check out SeatGeek - the easiest way to buy tickets for sports, concerts, and more. Visit chasefor28.com/seatgeek and use promo code 'CHASEFOR28' at checkout to get $20 off your first purchase.

In Episode 99 of Chase for 28, Chris and the Podcast Padre recap a lukewarm week for the Bronx Bombers. Despite holding a lead in the AL East, the Yankees seem to be in a midsummer lull—winning games but lacking the dominance fans expect. The hosts dive into recent series against the Dodgers, Guardians, and Red Sox, weigh in on DJ LeMahieu’s resurgence, Juan Soto’s long-term value, bullpen inconsistencies, and speculate about Paul Goldschmidt’s and Cody Bellinger’s futures in pinstripes.As they prep for their milestone 100th episode, the guys reminisce about their podcast journey and tee up a nostalgic look at Episode 1 from 2020. Plus, a classic trivia segment, MLB The Show home run derby hijinks, and a call for the Yankees to bring back the Old Timers Day game.Topics Covered:Yankees’ current record and standing in the AL East (39-24, 5-game lead)Recap: Series vs. Dodgers, Guardians, and Red SoxDJ LeMahieu heating upBullpen inconsistencies: Weaver’s injury, Devin Williams' strugglesJuan Soto vs. Judge: Who’s the real generational talent?Trivia: Sparky Lyle as the first Yankee reliever to win a Cy YoungFuture speculation: Paul Goldschmidt, Cody Bellinger, Kyle TuckerMLB The Show home run derby: Babe Ruth steals the showMets’ alumni game & call to bring back Yankees’ Old Timers gamesEpisode 1 throwback: November 14, 2020 – Bauer, Lindor, and minor league changesYankees Trivia 🤔Who was the first Yankee relief pitcher to win the Cy Young Award?Answer: Sparky LyleThis episode: Who was the first Yankee Pitcher to Win the WS MVP?Bullpen Q&A ☎️You have opinions just like we do so we want to hear from you!Email us at feedback@chasefor28.comConnect with us on Twitter @chasefor28podConnect with us on Instagram @chasefor28podSend a voicemail http://chasefor28.com/voicemailMerch 👕Chase for 28 - Podcast and Select Player ShirtsSeatGeek 🎟Check out SeatGeek - the easiest way to buy tickets for sports, concerts, and more. Visit chasefor28.com/seatgeek and use promo code 'CHASEFOR28' at checkout to get $20 off your first purchase.

In Episode 98 of the Chase for 28 podcast, Chris and the Podcast Padre return after a short break to recap the latest news from Yankee land. They dive into Don Mattingly trivia, respond to listener mailbag questions (shout out to Alex and the Podcast Cousini), and debate why the hitman is calling Toronto home instead of the Bronx. The duo explores the phrase “That’s baseball, Susan,” and poke some fun while keeping it all in Yankee family.You will also get a thorough update on the Yankees' standings, player performances, and potential trade moves as the Bombers take on the Dodgers in a series that feels like a fall preview. From Aaron Judge's MVP-caliber numbers to frustrations with Anthony Volpe’s strikeouts, it's a well-rounded discussion filled with humor, insight, and the usual Yankee pride.Topics DiscussedListener trivia and fan shoutoutsDon Mattingly’s legacy and his role with the Blue Jays“That’s baseball, Susan”Yankees’ player report cards: Hits, misses, and gradesWorld Series recap & Juan Soto backlashDodgers vs. Yankees: A “what if” World Series rematchInjury updates and trade rumors (Jazz Chisholm Jr., Stroman, etc.)This Day in Yankee History highlightsYankees Trivia 🤔Don Mattingly’s retired # is 23. What # was he originally given when he came up?Answer: 23This episode: Who was the first Yankee relief pitcher to win the Cy Young Award?Bullpen Q&A ☎️You have opinions just like we do so we want to hear from you!Email us at feedback@chasefor28.comConnect with us on Twitter @chasefor28podConnect with us on Instagram @chasefor28podSend a voicemail http://chasefor28.com/voicemailMerch 👕Chase for 28 - Podcast and Select Player ShirtsSeatGeek 🎟Check out SeatGeek - the easiest way to buy tickets for sports, concerts, and more. Visit chasefor28.com/seatgeek and use promo code 'CHASEFOR28' at checkout to get $20 off your first purchase.