BONUS: ALWC Game 1 Reaction (9/29/25)

Game 1 of the Wild Card series had everything October baseball promises—tension, drama, and heartbreak in the Bronx. In front of 47,000-plus fans at Yankee Stadium, Max Fried delivered a gem and Anthony Volpe provided an early spark with a solo shot. But the night unraveled in the seventh inning when the Yankees’ bullpen faltered, giving the Red Sox the opening they needed.Garrett Crochet turned in a historic performance for Boston, striking out 11 Yankees over 7.2 innings, while former Yankee Aroldis Chapman slammed the door in the ninth. Despite loading the bases with no outs in their final at-bat, the Yankees couldn’t cash in. Chris breaks down the pivotal moments, from Luke Weaver’s missed chance to Yoshida’s clutch pinch-hit and Bregman’s insurance RBI. With Carlos Rodón set to start Game 2, the Yankees are now fighting for survival in this best-of-three series.Key Topics Discussed:Anthony Volpe’s early home run gives Yankees a 1–0 leadMax Fried delivers 6.1 shutout innings, earning a standing ovationSeventh inning collapse: Weaver’s walk, Sogard’s hustle, Yoshida’s clutch singleGarrett Crochet’s dominant postseason debut: 7.2 IP, 11 K, 0 BBNinth inning heartbreak: Story’s single and steal, Bregman’s RBI doubleYankees load the bases in the ninth but Chapman slams the doorMissed opportunities: 5 left on base, bullpen inconsistenciesBoone’s questionable lineup and bullpen management decisionsGame 2 preview: Carlos Rodón vs. Brayan Bello—win or go homeBullpen Q&A ☎️You have opinions just like we do so we want to hear from you!Email us at [email protected] 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.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/chasefor28.