A Lull in the Bronx? (6/8/25) - CF28-099

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 Sox
• DJ LeMahieu heating up
• Bullpen inconsistencies: Weaver’s injury, Devin Williams' struggles
• Juan Soto vs. Judge: Who’s the real generational talent?
• Trivia: Sparky Lyle as the first Yankee reliever to win a Cy Young
• Future speculation: Paul Goldschmidt, Cody Bellinger, Kyle Tucker
• MLB The Show home run derby: Babe Ruth steals the show
• Mets’ alumni game & call to bring back Yankees’ Old Timers games
• Episode 1 throwback: November 14, 2020 – Bauer, Lindor, and minor league changes

Yankees Trivia 🤔

• Who was the first Yankee relief pitcher to win the Cy Young Award?
• Answer: Sparky Lyle
• This episode: Who was the first Yankee Pitcher to Win the WS MVP?

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