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Mr. John J. Filippelli. You've heard that name mentioned countless times on YES Network broadcasts of New York Yankees games. Now, hear from the man himself, as he and his new co-host Chris Shearn (formerly Kevin Sullivan), pull back the curtain and give a glimpse into what it's like to work in the sports media industry. Along the way, the duo also pulls from Filippelli's massive Rolodex to interview some of the biggest names in all of sports.
Ahead of Opening Day 2025, Flip and Justin weigh the strength of the current Yankees roster, identify three players they feel have to take a step forward for the team to succeed and give their reasons why this year will be better than the last. The pair touch on Juan Soto’s latest comments on his free agent decision and wrap it up by giving their World Series predictions.
In the wake of Giancarlo Stanton’s immediate future being uncertain, Flip and Justin discuss why the Yankees need to bring in more offense. They size up the challenge of the Yankees winning the AL East now that the Red Sox added Alex Bregman. Plus, thoughts on hair policies and postgame stadium songs.
John and Justin weigh in on the offseason silence throughout baseball and what can be done to spice up the activity in the winter months. The hosts examine the pros and cons of the Yankees having an in-house solution at third base. Lastly, with the NBA trade deadline approaching, Justin has Flip blind rank five of the biggest trades in Yankees history.
John and Justin discuss what the Yankees still need to add this offseason, the options to fill a spot in the infield, Alex Bregman’s future, and why the AL East is seemingly in decline.
John and Justin break down what “tomorrow” looks like for the Yankees and baseball in New York following Juan Soto’s reported signing with the Mets.
Flip and Justin try to pick up the pieces after the Yankees performance in Game 5 of the World Series. They wonder what the fundamental shortcomings stem from, and how to address it for next year. Speaking of next year, the hosts look to what comes next following Juan Soto’s comments after Game 5.
Flip and Justin reflect on the first three games of the World Series, and how the Yankees should have never been in a 3-0 hole. They discuss the residual results of an epic Game 1, and how and why the Yankees' strengths have not shown up in the Fall Classic.
Flip and Justin size up a massive World Series matchup between the Yankees and Dodgers. Both look back at the journey the Yankees have been on from a year ago until now, and they explain what needs to go right for the Yankees in a World Series that’s made for everyone. The hosts also discuss how this matchup impacts the business of the sport.
Flip and Justin look back at the first two games of the ALCS and wonder what Aaron Judge’s first home run of October could lead to. The Yankees are on the doorstep of a pennant despite not playing their best brand of baseball. Can it hold up? Plus, both explain why they would make lineup changes ahead of Game 3 in Cleveland.
Flip and Justin discuss what they saw from the first two games of the ALDS between the Yankees and Royals, wonder if momentum is still with the Yankees, and whether the supporting cast of each team will decide this series.
Flip and Justin get set for the Royals-Yankees ALDS matchup, and explain why Kansas City might be the biggest obstacle the Yankees face the entire month of October. The hosts detail what areas of this Yankees team excite and worry them as the team gets ready for Game 1 on Saturday. Pre and postgame coverage of every postseason game is on YES Network and the YES app!
With less than three weeks to go, are the Yankees primed to peak at the end of the regular season? Have the recent moves given us the best version of the Yankees roster all season? John and Justin answer those questions, their concerns (or lack there of) regarding recent cold streaks for Juan Soto and Aaron Judge, and give us their projected playoff series rotations. Plus, John tries to guess what Justin has in common with Brad Pitt (hint: not much)!
John and Justin try to gauge the fans’ satisfaction level of the first-place New York Yankees. They discuss whether Aaron Judge’s home run chase in 2024 is more exciting than 2022. They also wonder which pursuit has more juice: Judge’s home run pursuit or Shohei Ohtani’s pursuit of a 50/50 season? Lastly, the hosts try and figure out the most optimal Yankees bullpen over the final month and into the postseason.
John and Justin give their biggest takeaways from the Yankees 5-1 road trip through Boston and Philadelphia. They examine whether Alex Verdugo and Gleyber Torres have turned a corner on offense and look at the emergence of Austin Wells. Then, the hosts examine the Yankees' moves at the trade deadline and whether they made enough additions. Plus, 26 Emmy nominations!
John and Justin feel like it’s time for what’s become the annual question out of the All-Star break: just who are the Yankees?! The hosts wonder if the Yankees are good enough to be the most aggressive team ahead of the trade deadline. And with the deadline itself, both believe it is crucial for MLB to start pushing the deadline date back to mid-August.
Flip and Justin discuss their biggest concerns with the Yankees, and which areas currently need the most fixing from outside the organization. Both believe the first series against the Red Sox exposed some deficiencies on this Yankees team, and why the Yankees have the talent to return to playing well. The hosts also wonder why the Yankees have yet to play at a higher level against division opponents.
John and Justin look back at the weekend series against the Dodgers, and why October only holds the true “statement series.” The hosts examine what the lineup is without Juan Soto, and express their level of concern over the right side of the Yankees infield. Both explain why Aaron Judge has ascended to another level among all-time Yankee greats.
Flip and Justin discuss the team’s biggest surprises through the first 50 games. Flip believes bullpen upgrades will be needed and addressed. The duo discusses what choices the Yankees will have to make once DJ LeMahieu and Gerrit Cole return from their respective injuries, and they dive into Hal Steinbrenner’s recent comments about Juan Soto and payroll sustainability.
Flip and Justin discuss the Yankees' current success without Gerrit Cole, and how it can be sustained. Does Juan Soto’s impending free agency come to mind with every great thing he does on the field? How juiced up are you for the Astros series? Plus, the Knicks and Rangers playoff run and what it does for New York City.
Flip and Justin discuss Aaron Boone’s ejection in Monday’s game vs Oakland and how little public accountability umpires have received. They give their way-too-early impressions and concerns on the Yankees season thus far, thoughts on John Sterling’s retirement, and a quick reflection on Whitey Ford.
John and Justin dissect what matters from the Yankees' four-game sweep of the Astros and what might be an overreaction. They discuss how Juan Soto’s fingerprints are all over the offense and what small details could add up over a long season. John and Justin also debate Clay Holmes in the closer’s role.
Former Yankees catcher, manager, and returning YES Network Analyst Joe Girardi joins Flip and Justin to answer some of the biggest questions surrounding the Yankees as they inch closer to opening day. Girardi explains what needs to break right for the Yankees in the early portion of the schedule, how an opposing manager approaches Juan Soto, and what could determine this season’s AL East winner.
John and Justin are all over the positive vibes from the Yankees' spring training so far, which have been highlighted by Juan Soto’s early performance. However, John reels it in, reminding us Soto is likely heading to free agency after the season. The hosts give their “one thing” that, despite it being spring training, they can’t help themselves over. Who are they buying stock on after just a couple of weeks? Is Spencer Jones in play for the big leagues this year? And are we past the point of pillow contracts for Blake Snell?
As pitchers and catchers report to Tampa, Flip and Justin give their takeaways from Aaron Boone’s first press conference. Flip detailed a recent breakfast he had with Boone ahead of Spring Training. Justin wonders if big free agents still on the market will need to get creative with short-term deals. Plus, what does Corbin Burnes’ presence in Baltimore mean for the rest of the AL East?
On the heels of last week’s Hall of Fame elections, John and Justin dive into why the voting process needs a complete overhaul. Justin thinks that today’s pitching culture is going to force voters to lower the bar when it comes to evaluating worthy pitchers in the future. With the Chiefs back in the Super Bowl, John explains how he would approach the Taylor Swift phenomenon in the TV production truck.
John and Justin are back in 2024 with not much changing in the Yankees offseason. When it comes to pitching needs, John thinks two starters could be added on top of a dynamic reliever. With the names being reported (Snell, Montgomery, Burnes, Cease, Bieber, and Luzardo), the hosts outline their list of moves the Yankees can make from least to most enticing.
John and Justin quickly react to Yoshinobu Yamamoto choosing to sign with the Dodgers and where the Yankees go from here.
John and Justin discuss Juan Soto’s arrival to the Bronx, whether the Yankees are done adding to the offense, and how Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s list of deep-pocketed teams is making this a fascinating free agent story. Plus, what does Shohei Ohtani’s deal mean for Soto a year from now?
Ahead of the Winter Meetings and with rumors swirling, John and Justin discuss the number one move the Yankees need to make. The hosts go through the landing spots for the top free agents and touch on Luis Severino staying in New York with the Mets.
John and Justin discuss the direction the Yankees may be going in after hiring James Rowson as their hitting coach. Does Juan Soto or Cody Bellinger make more sense for the Yankees? Which three teams will be driving the MLB offseason?
John and Justin size up the World Series and explain why they’re both rolling with the Diamondbacks to win over the Rangers. Plus, how much should Yankees fans read into reported talks for the Padres Juan Soto?
With four teams left standing, John and Justin go back and forth on whether the new playoff format is good for baseball. Will the team with the championship DNA still rise above the tournament style that the sport has ushered in? Has Bryce Harper’s career exceeded everyone’s expectations? Also, John reveals his favorite offseason hobby!
On Episode 100, John and Justin dissect the end-of-season comments made by Aaron Judge and why people should be listening closely to Judge’s words. Also, John and Justin touch on the departure of Buck Showalter from the Mets, and they take a look at the Wild Card games that are getting underway.
Ahead of the Yankees' final homestand of the regular season, John and Justin wonder whether there is anything left to see in order for us to fully evaluate the 2023 Yankees. Will how the team finishes affect how deeply the organization evaluates itself? Which teams will capture the final two AL Wild Card spots? Plus, a look at Shohei Ohtani and the recent front office moves made by the Mets and the Red Sox.
John and Justin examine the realistic chances the Yankees have to grab the final wild card in the AL. They explain why Jasson Domínguez’s abilities are real and why you should buy into “The Martian.” Both think Michael King’s progress as a starting pitcher is one of the most important storylines to watch the rest of the way. Plus, a look at 2023 Old-Timers' Day.
Former Yankees reliever and YES analyst Jeff Nelson joins John and Justin to discuss what changes we may see with the Yankees moving forward. They also focus on the bunched-up Wild Card races in each league and look ahead to Old-Timers' Day on September 9.
John and Justin recap an interesting week for the New York Yankees on and off the field. The cure to the issues on the field is simple: just win. The hosts also weigh in on the lack of big trades at the deadline.
With a week before the trade deadline, John and Justin give reasons as to why the Yankees can turn it around, even with the soft portion of their schedule ending. Why have key hitters with proven track records collectively struggled all at once? Two former players in Sean Casey and Andy Pettitte have joined the Yankees staff within the last three weeks—why? What other teams are fooling themselves as contenders at this point?
John and Justin discuss the struggles of the recent Yankees homestand, the dismissal of Dillon Lawson, Shohei Ohtani, Ellly De La Cruz, and more.
John and Justin revisit the state of the Yankees offense following the Subway Series and believe great pitching has nothing to show for its wonderful work. YES Network’s lead producer for Yankees broadcasts, Troy Benjamin, joins the show to discuss watching Yankees baseball, and sports in general, through the eyes of a TV producer.
Within the ultra-competitive AL East, Flip and Justin wonder if the Yankees season is currently at a crossroads with Aaron Judge being out. The hosts also dive into the state of the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry and whether fewer divisional matchups are a good thing for the sport.
As the Yankees get set for a series with the Padres, John and Justin take the temperature of the Yankees with the MLB season reaching its first unofficial time-mark on Memorial Day Weekend. The overall consensus? Could be better, could be worse. The hosts look around at the stacked AL East, analyze what holds the Blue Jays back and wonder if the Rangers and Dbacks can hang around.
John and Justin preview round two of Rays-Yankees in the Bronx and whether the AL East is still attainable and a priority for the Yankees. John believes the Yankees showed a lot in last weekend’s series in Tampa Bay. The hosts talk about the value that Yankee players who grew up in the tri-state area have from a marketing perspective. They discuss the Astros' vulnerability, the Braves' model of success, the Mets without the best version of Max Scherzer, and an early trade suggestion to solve the Mets' back of the bullpen.
NY Times bestselling author and YES Network analyst Jack Curry joins John and Justin to discuss his new book: The 1998 Yankees; The Inside Story of the Greatest Baseball Team Ever. Jack lets us know what he learned about the team while writing the book, and who gave him the most dirt! The trio then discusses the current issues involving the Yankees of 2023. They look at the depth of teams competing in the AL East and the schedule ahead.
John and Justin discuss the recent success of all the pro teams in New York City, with all five local NBA/NHL teams making it to the postseason. The hosts go through what matters in the Yankees' start to the season and discuss why the Rays are a legit threat in the AL East.
Yankees TV voice Michael Kay joins the show to discuss Anthony Volpe, pitching depth, and other topics surrounding the Yankees ahead of opening day. John touches on how the TV broadcasts could look and sound different with baseball’s new rules.
Yankees TV voice Michael Kay joins the show to discuss Anthony Volpe, pitching depth, and other topics surrounding the Yankees ahead of opening day. John touches on how the TV broadcasts could look and sound different with baseball’s new rules.
Flip and Justin react to what they saw over the first several spring training games where new rules were enforced. Flip feels the pitch clock adds a crispness to the game that has been sorely missed. Justin wonders how the new rules will be explained and presented via TV production. The hosts try and solve the Yankees infield puzzle, while also wondering whether Anthony Volpe can do anything that will force the Yankees to put him on the Opening Day roster.
John and Justin react to Scott Rolen being voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame and the overall mood around the current voting process. John feels the Hall of Fame is becoming more acceptive of borderline players while Justin feels Rolen is worthy. The duo wonders whether the Yankees need to address certain questions hovering over a handful of positions prior to the start of spring training, and they dive into comments made by Red Sox brass at the team’s recent Winter Weekend.
Flip and Justin ring in the new year by discussing whether everyone who will be in the Yankees opening day lineup is currently on the team. The news of Carlos Correa signing back with the Twins broke while the hosts were discussing…Carlos Correa. They react. Also, was there a mandate for the Yankees to add people like Brian Sabean and Omar Minaya to their front office? And a look at the Brooklyn Nets, who will be without Kevin Durant for the immediate future.
John and Justin return after Aaron Judge was named the 16th captain in Yankees history. John explains the impact Judge’s return and captaincy has on the business side of the Yankees, why the MVP is the perfect choice for this honor and what the Yankees need to continue to do to get closer to a championship this off-season. The hosts wonder what has led to MLB owners spending more and committing long-term deals to marquee free agents this winter.
John and Justin discuss the end of the Yankees season, what led to their ALCS sweep, and whether their issues can be fixed. Despite fan displeasure, the Yankees believe in the people they have in place and their approach. So, what can change? John says the future starts and ends with retaining Aaron Judge. The hosts then take a look at the World Series matchup and believe that, while the Astros can run the table, Bryce Harper has the chance to dominate the big stage.
John and Justin break down the Yankees roster ahead of Game 1 of the ALCS in Houston and discuss potential roles for Frankie Montas and Oswald Peraza. They touch on what the Yankees may do in LF and SS for this series, and why fewer mistakes need to be made vs. Houston. While the Yankees haven’t had much time in between series to prepare for the Astros, John thinks this matchup has been on the mind of the team and organization for years.
John and Justin preview the Division Series around baseball. They discuss Aroldis Chapman’s exit from the Yankees bullpen, preview the team’s series with the Guardians, why Cleveland is a threat, and discuss how certain injured players could make an impact for the New York offense. They discuss why the Mariners have the personnel to send the Astros home early. The hosts also preview the NLDS, discuss how fans can define the Mets season, and they put a bow on Aaron Judge’s chase for 62.
Flip and Justin Shackil break down Aaron Judge’s home run chase and what it means, the Yankees’ play and roster down the stretch, playoff teams around the league, and so much more!
Flip and Justin Shackil break down the Yankees’ recent stretch, Aaron Judge and the home run record, September call-ups, division races around the league, and so much more!
Flip and Justin Shackil break down the Yankees’ recent struggles, go around the league, discuss the October playoff schedule, and so much more!
On this episode of Curtain Call, guest host Justin Shackil joins Flip to discuss all things Yankees as well as trade deadline moves that could happen for New York and MLB teams around the league.
On this week's episode, Flip and Chris have on special guest, Jeff Nelson, where they have an in-depth conversation on the 2022 Yankees, their pitching, future trade moves, and so much more.
On this week's episode, Flip and Chris discuss the Yankees' season going into the Memorial Day Weekend quarter pole, the four-game series against Tampa Bay, Nestor Cortes, Clay Holmes, and more.
On this week's episode, Flip and Chris have on special guest, Aaron Boone, where they discuss the amazing start to the 2022 season, leaders in the clubhouse, starting pitching, and so much more.
On this week's episode, Chris and Flip discuss the Yankees and Blue Jays two-game set, the play from the entire team so far, Flip shares a story from the past, and so much more.
On this week's episode, Curtain Call introduces new host Chris Shearn, Flip and Chris discuss the Yankees' play during their 11-game winning streak, special memories with past and present MLB players, the Yankees bullpen, and so much more.
This week Flip and Kevin discuss the Yankees' 11-game win-streak as they head into Oakland for a pivotal 4-game series. Flip also recounts an amazing childhood interaction with Yankees legend Lou Gehrig and so much more.
On this week's episode, Flip and Kevin discuss Opening Day, preview the Yankees 2022 season, break a big announcement and so much more.
Flip and Kevin are joined by YES Network broadcaster, Paul O'Neill, to talk about the Yankees retiring his No. 21 in a pregame ceremony, Derek Jeter leaving the Marlins, YES Network's newest additions to the booth, and much more in this brand new episode.
Flip and Kevin are joined by YES Network broadcasters Michael Kay and David Cone to talk about their amazing careers, new opportunities in 2022 in baseball for them and much more in this brand new episode.
On this week's episode, Flip and Kevin recap Flip's induction to the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame.
On the eve of the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Flip takes Kevin on a trip down memory lane to re-live all the amazing moments that made up Flip's Hall of Fame career.
As Major League Baseball kicks into offseason mode, Flip and Kevin recap the Atlanta Braves' World Series victory, Buster Posey's retirement, free agency rumors, year-end awards and much more!
Flip and Kevin talk about this year's 2021 World Series matchup between the Houston Astros and Atlanta Braves and their postseason leading up to the final series between the two teams.
This week Flip and Kevin recap the season, discuss the Yankees & Red Sox Wild Card game, potential offseason moves, the 2021 MLB playoffs, the 2022 roster, and so much more.
This week Flip and Kevin discuss the end of the Yankees season, their Wild Card matchup against the Red Sox, Aaron Judge, Gleyber Torres, and so much more.
This week Flip and Kevin discuss the Yankees' series against the Orioles, their playoff push coming down the stretch, the American League Wild Card race, Gleyber Torres, and so much more.
This week Flip and Kevin reflect on the first-week impact of Joey Gallo and Anthony Rizzo. They also discuss the surging Yankees, the current situation of the pitching staff, fan emails, John Sterling, and so much more.
Flip and Kevin discuss the Yankees' recent moves to acquire Joey Gallo from the Rangers and Anthony Rizzo from the Cubs, other big MLB deadline trades, rumors around the league, and so much more.
Former MLB pitcher and YES Network color commentator, and current studio analyst for MLB Network and advisor for baseball operations with the New York Mets, Al Leiter, joins the show to talk about the biggest surprises this season, trade rumors, his son Jack Leiter being drafted 2nd overall in the 2021 MLB draft, and so much more. Flip and Kevin also break down the state of the Yankees and answer fan mail.
Flip and Kevin talk about Hal Steinbrenner's meeting with the media, the upcoming Subway Series and dish out 2021 midseason awards across the majors in this episode of Curtain Call.
Flip and Kevin discuss the surging Yankees, the enforcement of the MLB Foreign Substance Policy, Gary Sanchez's hot streak, and so much more.
Yankees legend and 1978 World Series MVP Bucky Dent joins the show to talk about his career in baseball, winning back-to-back titles with the Bombers and much more. Kevin and Flip also break down the state of the Yankees and how the team's long-term outlook for 2021 is shaping up.
Flip and Kevin break down the first clash between the Yankees and Red Sox of the 2021 season and discuss the outlook of the team heading into a crucial road trip.
After revealing that the 2018 Colorado Rockies allegedly employed a sign-stealing ploy similar to the Houston Astros, Erik Kratz returns to the show to discuss the fallout from his comments, steroid use in baseball, the Hall of Fame, and more. Also Flip and Kevin break down the Yankees options now that Corey Kluber has landed on the Injured List, which left-handed bats the Bombers might target in a trade deal, the hot bats of Aaron Judge and Gleyber Torres, and much more.
Flip and Kevin are joined by former major league catcher Erik Kratz to talk about Corey Kluber's no-hitter as a member of the New York Yankees, his career in baseball and much more.
YES Network studio anchor Bob Lorenz joins Flip and Kevin to talk about the Yankees hot play of late, share Yogi Berra stories, assess the return of Luke Voit, and much more. Also, should fans and broadcasters be allowed to mention no-hitters as they are happening? Flip and Kevin break it down.
As the New York Yankees prepare to host the Houston Astros, Flip and Kevin look back at the sign-stealing scandal, including the punishment and continued fallout. The duo also looks at the Yankees recent hot play, Corey Kluber’s dominance, Kyle Higashioka’s emergence, and much more.
After the Yankees take three-of-four from the Indians, Flip and Kevin explain why it’s too early to worry about New York’s slow start. Also, the guys discuss the importance of Gerrit Cole, Madison Bumgarner’s “no-hitter,” and which former player they wish they could’ve seen have an injury-free career.
Flip and Kevin talk Yankees baseball and end the show with some 2021 season predictions in this episode of Curtain Call.
Flip and Kevin are joined by former MLB pitcher and YES Network broadcaster David Cone to preview the upcoming 2021 MLB season.
Flip and Kevin are joined YES Network broadcaster Ryan Ruocco to talk sports play-by-play, Yankees and Nets.
Flip and Kevin talk about what the 2021 season will look like from a production and baseball standpoint, offseason grades and more.
Flip and Kevin talk all of the latest news in baseball including the Yankees signing of DJ LeMahieu and Corey Kluber in this episode of Curtain Call.
Flip and Kevin break down all of the latest offseason moves, rumors and headlines in this episode of Curtain Call.
Flip and Kevin talk about all of the latest moves around Major League Baseball during the offseason in this brand new episode.
Flip and Kevin talk about the 2020 MLB Award finalists, World Series broadcasts and more in this podcast episode.
Following the Yankees 2020 campaign, Flip and Kevin break down the Bronx Bombers season and look ahead to potential upcoming offseason moves.
Flip and Kevin reflect on the passing of six-time world champion and Hall of Famer, Whitey Ford, "Chairman of the Board." Ed Randall joins the show to reminisce about Ford's life and incredible career while sharing several heartfelt stories about the great lefty pitcher, who died at the age of 91 on Friday.
The Yankees and Rays have each won a game apiece after their first two ALDS match-ups as Flip and Kevin dissect the decisions and strategies that went into Tuesday night's Game 2 victory for Tampa Bay.
As the New York Yankees prepare for their ALDS showdown with the Tampa Bay Rays, Flip and Kevin break down what to look for in what has become baseball's hottest new rivalry.
In an episode unlike any other in Curtain Call history, Flip and Kevin welcome professional wrestling personality The Guardian of Chaos, Big Daddy. All three relive their own professional wrestling experiences, assess the current landscape of WWE and AEW, and take a walk down memory lane to relive some of the sport's most memorable moments. And of course, there's plenty of New York Yankees talk as well, as the Bronx Bombers continue to march toward the MLB postseason.
YES Network's Meredith Marakovits joins Flip and Kevin to discuss her early days in the broadcast business, how she ended up with the YES Network, the challenges of broadcasting baseball in 2020, the state of the New York Yankees, and much more.
Following the Yankees' doubleheader sweep of the Mets on Sunday, Flip and Kevin break down what went right for the Bronx Bombers, including Luke Voit's amazing hot streak, Gary Sanchez's statement grand slam, and Deivi Garcia's impressive Major League debut.
“The Warrior” Paul O’Neill joins Flip and Kevin to discuss what it’s been like calling New York Yankees games from his basement, as opposed to the booth at the Stadium, his beginnings at the YES Network, being part of three perfect games, using FaceTime to call Jorge Posada during a broadcast, the depth of the Yankees’ roster, how jacked Aroldis Chapman looks, and much more.
YES Network's Jack Curry joins Flip and Kevin to talk the latest Yankees news, including Gerrit Cole's first four starts with New York, Clint Frazier's maturation, and the importance of Jordan Montgomery. Also, go behind the scenes with Jack as he details what it's been like to broadcast television from a distance during this pandemic.
NOTE: This episode was recorded the morning of August 14.
Michael Kay returns to the Curtain Call podcast to discuss what it's been like calling baseball games in 2020, the fluid MLB schedule, the Yankees' hot start, Aaron Judge's offensive onslaught, and much more.
Opening Day is less than a week away and the Yankees getting themselves ready for another regular season campaign in the Bronx. Former Yankees pitcher and five-time World Series champion David Cone joins the show to discuss how Summer Camp has been going for the Bombers, as well as his expectations for the 2020 MLB season.
Flip and Kevin are back to discuss baseball's return, new rule changes, the Yankees roster, and coverage beginning on the YES Network for the 2020 MLB season.
Flip and Kevin return to assess baseball's potential return, including what the game will look like when it resumes play, particularly the impact of a universal designated hitter and divisional realignment. Also get their take on the MLB Draft.
Sarah Kustok, YES Network's primary Brooklyn Nets game analyst, joined the network in 2012. She spent the first 5 seasons as the Nets courtside reporter before becoming the primary game analyst in 2017. She now joins Flip and Kevin to discuss her career, playing basketball at DePaul University, winning her first New York Emmy and so much more.
Actor Steve Schirripa has been involved in some of television's biggest hits, including The Sopranos and Blue Bloods. In addition, he co-hosts the new hit podcast Talking Sopranos. And now, he joins Flip and Kevin to discuss his legendary career, love for the Yankees, and more.
Quarantined from their residences, Flip and Kevin discuss the impact the coronavirus has had on the sports world, particularly the YES Network.
Peter Rosenberg joins Curtain Call to discuss his career in media, how he landed on the Michael Kay Show and his affinity for WWE. Plus, Flip and Kevin break down the latest storylines from Yankees spring training, discuss their top-three dream dinner guests & much more! Twitter.com/CurtainCallYES
Brian Cashman joins Curtain Call to discuss the latest news on the Yankees as they opened up spring training earlier this month. Flip & Kevin recap the sights and sounds from Yankees camp in Tampa, and much more! Twitter.com/CurtainCallYES
The Houston Astros delivered apologies at the start of spring training, but not all baseball fans are ready to forgive the scandal that has rocked the MLB offseason. Afterwards, 13-time Emmy and two-time Peabody Award winner Ted Shaker joins the show to discuss his lengthy career in broadcasting, covering some of sports' biggest events with CBS & what he's working on these days. twitter.com/curtaincallyes
Hosts John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan interview former Major League catcher and current YES Network broadcaster John Flaherty. They discuss everything from Derek Jeter, to the Red Sox trading stars Mookie Betts and David Price, to Flash's transition to the broadcast booth after his playing days. Come join us and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe.
In this episode of Curtain Call, host John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan discuss the latest developments in the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal, which has led to multiple managerial firings and widespread backlash across the game. Don't forget to rate, review & subscribe!
In this episode of Curtain Call, host John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan discuss the Boston Red Sox reported scandal, the Yankees final roster picks and who they think is worthy of the Hall of Fame. Along with so much more, join us on another episode of Curtain Call!
In this episode of Curtain Call, host John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan discuss the Yankees' big acquisition of free agent starting pitcher Gerrit Cole, his agent Scott Boras, and what else may be in store for the Yankees.
WFAN sportscaster Suzyn Waldman joins Flip to discuss her life growing up in Massachusetts, her career as a musical theater actress, as well as pioneering the male-dominated field of sports broadcasting. With that and so much more, Flip along with special host Ashley Fugazy, dive into a new episode of Curtain Call.
Will Gerrit Cole end up in Yankees pinstripes? How about Stephen Strasburg? Flip and Kevin discuss the possibilities of landing a big-time free agent pitcher. They also discuss Brett Gardner, Dellin Betances, Didi Gregorius, and the rest of the Yankees free agents on the market.
Curtain Call returns, with host John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan breaking down the alleged Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal.
On this special episode of Curtain Call, Host John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan recap some of their favorite moments from past guests. We hear from the likes of Alex Rodriguez to Michael Kay and much more.
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The great Ken Singleton joins John Filippelli to talk about growing up in New York, being drafted by the hometown Mets, playing for the Expos and Orioles, shifting to the broadcast booth and so much more.
Longtime voice of the Brooklyn Nets Ian Eagle joins Flip and Kevin to discuss the ALCS between the Yankees and Astros, growing up the son of performing parents, the impact of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving on the Nets, and much more. http://twitter.com/curtaincallyes
Few people have been present for as many gigantic sporting events as Sean McManus. As the Chairman of CBS Sports, McManus has seen it all, from Super Bowls to Final Fours to the Masters. In this episode, McManus talks about what it’s like to broadcast so many iconic events, which aspects of his job keep him up at night, the future of gambling in sports, and much more. If you’re interested in sports and the business side of sports broadcasting, this is the episode for you.
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Buck Showalter helped build the great Yankees teams of the 1990s, yet he was not there to enjoy the spoils. The former Yankees manager talks to Flip and Kevin about what it was like to miss out on the World Series runs. Showalter also relives his experience of being on Seinfeld, the time George Steinbrenner reportedly tried to get him back, why he left the Yankees in the first place, and much more. http://twitter.com/curtaincallyes
Al Leiter grew up a Mets fan, but was drafted by the Yankees. In this episode, Al talks about what it was like being selected by the crosstown rivals. Also, fast forward a few decades and Al's son was also drafted by the Yankees. Leiter talks about how cool it was for his son to be selected by the same team that drafted him. Also, hear what it was like to play for Billy Martin, how throwing 163 pitches set him back, how he thinks Luis Severino will do in the postseason, and much more.
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Yankees manager Aaron Boone joins the show to talk about his team heading into the MLB playoffs. What did he see from Luis Severino in his return to the mound? What can Yankees fans expect from Giancarlo Stanton now that he's back? What was it like growing up in baseball royalty? Boone answers all this and more on the latest edition of Curtain Call.
Last week, Kevin tried to convince Flip that the Red Sox would make the postseason. This week, with Sox out of contention in the AL East, Flip gets his chance to poke fun Kevin. Also, the guys look ahead to the postseason, recall the history of CenterStage on YES, take a look at the NL contenders, and more.
Alex Rodriguez joins Flip and Kevin to discuss what it's like to transition from a sports star to a star in the world of pop culture. Also, hear from Alex as he opens up about some of the tough roads he's gone down in the past and how he's dusted himself off and bounced back.
Following his throat surgery, Michael Kay joins John J. Filippelli and Kevin Sullivan to discuss how hard it was for him to NOT talk for five weeks, what it was like to watch other people do his job, and how it feels to be back on the air with YES and ESPN Radio.
Chris "Mad Dog" Russo joins Flip and Kevin to talk about his time at WFAN, relationship with Mike Francesa, the YES simulcast, and much more.
The legendary radio voice of the New York Yankees, John Sterling, reveals how he comes up with his famous home run calls, talks about working with Michael Kay, details how he given his current role, and much more. Also, Flip and Kevin talk Yankees current events and give a history on how Mike and the Mad Dog became a part of the YES Network programming schedule and why it ultimately went off the air on YES.
Former Yankees pitcher and current YES analyst David Cone joins Flip and Kevin to discuss his journey through the big leagues, including his perfect game, friendship with David Wells, time with the Mets, and much more. Also Flip and Kevin break down the state of the Yankees following the MLB trade deadline and detail the earliest days of the YES Network.
Mr. John J. Filippelli. You've heard that name mentioned countless times on YES Network broadcasts of New York Yankees games. Now, hear from the man himself, as he and co-host Kevin Sullivan pull back the curtain and give a glimpse into what it's like to work in the sports media industry. Along the way, the duo also pulls from Filippelli's massive Rolodex to interview some of the biggest names in all of sports.