NYYST [Yankees Podcast]

Is it time to throw in the towel on the 2026 Yankees after losing a weekend series at home to Minnesota? 

The annual Boone Swoon has reached epic proportions as the Yankees are riding a seven game losing streak, which apparently is something the manager lives for. 

Christian is back to break down all the losing and Boone’s very interesting week. 

The Yankees cooled off this weekend dropping two of three to the Reds but remain in first place in the American League East. 

Should they be all in on Tarik Skubal at the deadline or focus their attention elsewhere?

The Yankees were dealt another blow with the hamstring injury to Trent Grisham. Despite that they took the series in Toronto and should still be the final team standing in the American League in 2026. 

The Yankees split a rain shortened series with Boston after news broke  late Thursday evening that Aaron Judge would be out approximately two months with a stress fracture in his rib. 

Also, with Anthony Volpe in the midst of another one of his trademark slumps, will he be the odd man out when Jasson Dominguez comes off the IL?

Episode Recorded before the Yankees announced Judge’s diagnosis of a rib fracture

The Yankees dropped a series to Cleveland at home but all anyone can think about is the future of Aaron Judge. 

The Yankees are awaiting the diagnosis of their franchise superstar and Christian is back to discuss all the details. 

Christian and Chris are back together to discuss the Yankees and their options within the organization and at the deadline.

Also, are we seeing an aging Aaron Judge or just a slower start than normal to his 2026 campaign?

Memorial Day is the first mile marker of the MLB season so Christian takes a look at how the Yankees have played so far this season and what their outlook is for the rest of 2026. 

Also, should the Yankees be in on Tarik Skubal at the trade deadline? n big games. 

The Yankees wrapped up an abysmal 2-7 road trip by blowing a 3 run lead to the Mets and dropping the finale of the Subway Series. 

They now return to the Bronx 4 games out of first place and have the Blue Jays and Rays coming in for seven big games.

The Yankees hit the road after a 6-1 homestand, got swept in Milwaukee and fell out of first place in the American League East. Despite that, the organization must remain aggressive heading into the trade deadline. 

** Note: This episode was recorded after Aaron Boone spoke to the media after the game on Sunday. As of recording time no decision was made on Anthony Volpe.**

Join Christian as he gives his thoughts on the Volpe situation and could the combination of Judge and Rice actually be better than Judge and Soto?

**RECORDED BEFORE THE YANKEES ANNOUNCED LUIS GIL’S DEMOTION**

The Yankees completed a weekend series in Houston where they took two out of three and have the best record in the American League.

With Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodon and Anthony Volpe on their way back and tough roster decisions looming, those decisions must be based on what gives the Yankees the best chance to return to the World Series. 

The Yankees pitching staff dominated Boston allowing just two earned runs in a three game sweep.

Also, Christian gives his thoughts on the Yankees potentially wearing alternate jerseys. 

All the good of the Yankees hot 8-2 starts has been erased with a five game losing streak including a weekend sweep by Tampa Bay. 

Also, is Aaron Judge the most to blame for the Yankees offensive woes?

The Fellas are back to break down the Yankees hot start. That said, there’s still some glaring issues that have been exposed early on this season.

The Yankees starting pitching was dominant in a season opening sweep of San Francisco. Is that their biggest weapon in 2026

Also, is David Bednar the best closer the Yankees have had in the last decade? 

The Yankees started the 2026 season off with a very impressive win against the Giants but some people were too fixated on Aaron Judge’s 0-5 to notice. 

Join Christian as he breaks down all aspects of Opening Day. 

The Yankees begin the 2026 campaign on March 25. Join Christian and Sem as they look at the roster that will be in San Francisco. 

Also, what’s your level of confidence in Gerrit Cole as he comes back from Tommy John Surgery.

Join Christian as he rings The Final Bell on The Thrill of the Fight and drops his list of favorite moments, best movies and more from the Rocky Franchise. 

THE FELLAS are back for the final rendition of Fred's projections. Christian, Chris, and SGR predict Over/Unders and much much more as the 2026 Yankees season nears.

Ivan Drago resurfaces 30 years after killing Apollo Creed, now with his son Viktor, for the next generation of Drago vs. Creed. 

Also, a brief look at 2023’s Creed III.

With the World Baseball Classic in full swing, Christian takes a look at when would be the best time to play the tournament.

Also, Gerrit Cole was gushing over Carlos Lagrange in camp. What is the best use of Lagrange for the 2026 season?

The next chapter of the Rocky franchise begins with the story of Adonis Creed.

Does the acquisition of Randal Grichuk all but cement Jasson Dominguez starting the season in AAA?

Also, does CC Sabathia belong in Monument Park?

Rocky Balboa enters the ring one last time to get rid of the stuff in the basement. 

Aaron Judge is already looking like he’s in midseason form with two home runs in his spring debut. 

Also, what does Anthony Volpe need to do to be the starting SS in 2027.

Rocky Balboa returns from Russia and back to the old neighborhood in 1990’s train wreck.

The universe was healing as the Yankees began Spring Training and Gerrit Cole took the mound for the first time since Tommy John Surgery but are things all rosy after the Cam Schlittler news?

It’s East meets West as Rocky Balboa attempts to end the Cold War in 1985’s Rocky IV. 

Also, a look at 2021’s Director’s Cut of the film. 

The Run It Back ‘26 puzzle added another piece when the Yankees re-signed 1B Paul Goldschmidt. Is Brian Cashman actually right about this team?

Also, is it a possibility that Jasson Dominguez starts the season in AAA?

A powerful new challenger by the name of Clubber Lang comes for Rocky’s title and forces the Italian Stallion to find the Eye of the Tiger.

The Yankees General Manager met with the media to try and dispel the thought that the Yankees are running it back it 2026. 

Also, who could the team add to the roster before they head to Tampa?

It’s time to talk about The Rematch of the Century as Rocky takes on Apollo Creed one more time in the sequel to 1976’s classic. 

The Cody Bellinger Saga is finally over as the Yankees re-signed Bellinger to a five year deal but did the Yankees “win” the negotiations over Scott Boras?

Join Christian as he takes a look back the one that started it all, 1976’s Best Picture, Rocky. 

With Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette off the board, the Yankee are reportedly willing to walk away from Cody Bellinger. 

Will the club really enter the 2026 season with a team worse than the one that got knocked out in the ALDS?

In this debut episode, Christian details the birth of his love for Rocky and how the idea of doing a Rocky podcast came about.

With reports surfacing that the Yankees and Cody Bellinger at an impasse should the Yankees move on and focus on other options? Join Christian and Sem and they discuss what should be next for the Yankees.

Japanese Ace Tatsuya Imai signed a very affordable contract with Houston leaving Yankees fans wondering what the team is doing this offseason while they wait for Cody Bellinger.

It’s the last NYYST episode of the year and Christian is joined by special co-host Kevin Cruz of NYY Underground to discuss what might be (if anything) under the tree for Yankees fans this holiday season.