From 162 to October (9/28/25) - CF28-114

The marathon is over, and the postseason is finally here. In Episode 114 of Chase for 28, Chris and the Podcast Padre wrap up the Yankees’ 94–68 regular season, reflect on the ups and downs that defined the summer, and preview the highly anticipated Wild Card series against the Red Sox. From déjà vu records to the dangers of Chapman in October, the guys dive into how the Yankees match up against Boston and what it will take to survive and advance.The conversation also covers MVP debates between Aaron Judge and Cal Raleigh, Stanton’s jaw-dropping home runs, surprising strikeout stats, and the key role players like Ben Rice and Cody Bellinger will need to play. The hosts then look across the league, making bold playoff predictions—including a potential Yankees vs. Brewers World Series matchup. Plus, a brand-new trivia challenge asks fans to name the five Yankees who’ve homered twice in the same inning.Key Topics Discussed:Yankees finish 94–68, tied with Toronto but lose division on tiebreakerLooking back at the streaks that defined the seasonPostseason roster outlook: sticking with the same 26 playersMVP debate: Aaron Judge vs. Cal Raleigh (deep stat dive)Stanton’s monster home runs to dead center and Monument ParkSurprising strikeout leaders: Judge, Volpe, Chisholm, GrishamProps to Cody Bellinger, Ben Rice, and Giancarlo Stanton’s bounce-backWild Card series preview: Yankees vs. Red Sox, all games at Yankee StadiumRotation and bullpen breakdown for the playoffsLeague-wide playoff predictions: NL and AL outlooksYankees Trivia 🤔Who is the Yankees’ all-time leader in total basesAnswer: Babe Ruth – 5,131This episode: Name the 5 Yankees who have hit two homeruns in the same inning.Bullpen 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.