Crosstown Nine Podcast

The Yankees’ win streak is over—but the bigger story might be what comes next.In this episode of Crosstown Nine, Chris Schnabel and Jhon Guarin break down the Yankees’ series win over the Astros, what went wrong in the loss, and why the team still feels like it’s in a strong position despite lineup inconsistencies. From travel fatigue to “scheduled losses,” the conversation dives into what really matters early in the MLB season.The guys also take a league-wide look at:The Boston Red Sox firing their entire coaching staffWhy spending money doesn’t always fix roster issuesEarly struggles from teams like the Mets, Phillies, and AstrosHow roster construction is evolving with long-term contractsOn the Yankees side, they dig into:Jazz Chisholm’s inconsistency and approach at the plateAaron Judge’s unusual season (power vs average)Ben Rice emerging as a breakout starLineup decisions, platoons, and roster flexibilityPitching depth with key arms returning soonThen—right after recording—the Yankees make a move…Top prospect Jasson Domínguez is officially called up, and Chris and Jhon jump back in to react instantly. What does this mean for the lineup? Who loses playing time? And how does this impact the Yankees moving forward?If you’re a Yankees fan or just love MLB analysis, roster strategy, and real baseball conversations, this episode covers everything happening right now in New York and across the league.Subscribe for more Yankees analysis, MLB breakdowns, and Crosstown Nine Podcast episodes covering everything New York baseball.Follow us on social!Instagram - www.instagram.com/crosstownninepodcastTikTok - www.tiktok.com/crosstownninepodcastChapters00:00 – Intro02:00 – Yankees Win Streak Ends vs Astros04:30 – “Scheduled Loss” Breakdown07:00 – Travel Fatigue & Road Stretch Impact09:30 – Around MLB: Red Sox Fire Entire Staff12:00 – Why Spending Doesn’t Fix Teams14:30 – Phillies, Mets & Astros Struggles17:00 – MLB Standings & Surprising Trends20:00 – Trade Talk: Would Astros Move Yordan Alvarez?22:30 – Contract Trends & Future of Free Agency25:00 – Yankees Breakdown Begins26:30 – Aaron Judge: Power vs Average28:30 – Jazz Chisholm Concerns & Approach31:00 – Yankees Lineup Issues & Consistency33:30 – Pitching Staff Performance36:00 – Bullpen Concerns & Depth38:30 – Upcoming Schedule & Expectations41:00 – Why the Yankees Could Still Slip43:00 – Ben Rice Breakout Discussion45:00 – Closing Thoughts46:00 – BREAKING: Jasson Domínguez Called Up47:00 – What This Means for the Yankees Lineup49:00 – Who Loses Playing Time?51:00 – Domínguez Role & Expectations53:00 – Final Reaction & Wrap-Up

The New York baseball landscape is shifting fast—and not in the way Mets fans hoped.In this episode of Crosstown Nine, hosts Chris Schnabel and Jhon Guarin break down the Mets’ brutal losing streak, what’s gone wrong with their roster, and whether major changes could be coming soon. From underperforming pitching to a struggling lineup missing key production, the Mets are facing serious early-season pressure.On the Yankees side, things look better in the win column—but are there deeper concerns? Chris and Jhon dive into lineup inconsistencies, platoon frustrations, breakout performances from Ben Rice, and what needs to change for the Yankees to stay competitive in the AL East.The episode also explores:The impact of MLB’s new ABS (Automated Ball-Strike) systemEarly-season pitching struggles across the leagueSurprising MLB stat leaders and breakout playersInjury trends and what they mean for the 2026 seasonIf you’re a Yankees fan, Mets fan, or just love MLB analysis, baseball breakdowns, and real talk about New York baseball, this episode is packed with insight, debate, and early-season reactions you don’t want to miss.Subscribe for more Yankees analysis, MLB breakdowns, and Crosstown Nine Podcast episodes covering everything New York baseball.Follow us on social!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/crosstownnine/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@crosstownninepodcastCHAPTERS00:00 – Intro: Crosstown Nine Returns00:30 – Mets Losing Streak & Early Season Struggles02:00 – Breaking Down the Mets Rotation Issues03:30 – Mets Lineup Concerns & Lack of Production05:30 – Expectations vs Reality for the Mets07:00 – NL East Standings & Wild Card Outlook08:30 – Run Differential & What It Reveals10:00 – League Trends: Home vs Road Splits12:00 – Are Pitchers Struggling League-Wide?13:30 – MLB Stat Leaders That Will Surprise You15:00 – Early Season Overreactions vs Reality16:30 – ABS System: What’s Working & What’s Not19:00 – Should ABS Be Fully Implemented?21:00 – Replay Problems & “Egregious Calls” Debate23:30 – Injury Trends Across MLB26:00 – Are Players Overtraining?28:30 – ABS Challenge Data & Strategy32:00 – Catchers vs Pitchers: Who Uses ABS Best?35:00 – Umpire Performance & Controversy37:00 – Yankees Overview: Winning But Not Perfect38:30 – Jazz Chisholm Concerns40:00 – Yankees Lineup Inconsistency41:30 – Volpe Rehab & Roster Decisions43:00 – Yankees Platoon Problems45:00 – Ben Rice Breakout Discussion47:00 – Goldschmidt Debate & Roster Construction49:00 – Yankees Outlook Moving Forward50:30 – Final Thoughts & Closing

The New York Yankees are struggling — but what’s REALLY going wrong?In this episode of the Crosstown Nine Podcast, Chris Schnabel and Jhon Guarin break down the Yankees’ hitting struggles, roster decisions, and overall team strategy during a critical point in the MLB season. From Giancarlo Stanton’s production and contract value to Aaron Judge’s leadership, this episode dives deep into the numbers, analytics, and decision-making shaping the Yankees right now.We analyze why the Yankees offense isn’t producing, how injuries and rest days are impacting performance, and whether the organization is properly evaluating its own talent. Plus, we take a hard look at prospect development, trade strategy, bullpen concerns, and what needs to change for the Yankees to compete at a championship level.If you’re a Yankees fan, baseball analyst, or just love deep MLB breakdowns, this episode delivers real insight into one of the most talked-about teams in baseball.Subscribe for more Yankees analysis, MLB breakdowns, and Crosstown Nine Podcast episodes covering everything New York baseball.Follow us on social!Instagram - https://instagram.com/crosstownninepodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@crosstownninepodcastChapters:00:00 - Introduction04:51 - Yankees Hitting Struggles Breakdown10:59 - Injury Management & Player Rest Strategy16:17 - Giancarlo Stanton Performance & Contract Value22:09 - Jazz Chisholm’s Slow Start Analysis27:29 - Key Player Struggles Across the Lineup29:04 - Growing Concerns About Team Performance30:00 - Yankees Shortstop Dilemma33:03 - Evaluating Talent: Are the Yankees Missing?34:13 - Bullpen Issues & Late-Game Concerns35:57 - Pitching vs Hitting: What’s the Bigger Problem?39:14 - Prospect Development & Evaluation System43:02 - Trade Strategy & Team Needs Moving Forward53:06 - Closing Thoughts

Welcome to the Crosstown Nine Podcast. Today, Jhon breaks down the New York Yankees’ strong start to the MLB season, focusing on pitching dominance, lineup depth, and key contributors like Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and Cody Bellinger.This episode delivers in-depth Yankees analysis, covering starting pitching, bullpen performance, and early-season trends impacting the team’s success. It also highlights key concerns, including lineup consistency and player development as the season begins.In addition, the episode looks across town at the New York Mets’ early success, analyzing team dynamics, lineup production, and how both New York teams are positioning themselves early in the MLB season.If you are looking for MLB insights, Yankees and Mets comparisons, and early-season baseball strategy, this episode provides a complete breakdown of New York baseball.Follow us on social!Instagram - https://instagram.com/crosstownninepodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@crosstownninepodcastChapters00:00 - Introduction and Yankees Season Overview02:58 - Yankees vs Giants Series Breakdown05:59 - Pitching Staff Analysis08:47 - Offensive Highlights and Concerns12:07 - Looking Ahead: Upcoming Games and Expectations14:58 - Yankees vs Mets Comparison26:51 - Final Thoughts27:30 - OutroResources and LinksMLB Official Site: https://www.mlb.com/Yankees: https://www.mlb.com/yankeesMets: https://www.mlb.com/metsThe Sixth Man Show: https://www.youtube.com/@SixthManShowMad Props Podcast: https://podcastlink.com/madprops

The live post-game show covers the Yankees' opening day game, player performances, media reflections, and future expectations. Hosts Chris and Jhon discuss the impact of player legacies, media relations, and the potential odd man out in the starting pitching rotation. They also reflect on the Netflix broadcast, international opening day games, and the presence of Jameis Winston at the game. The episode concludes with reflections on the background display and future episodes.Chapters00:00 - Introduction to Live Post-Game Show06:17 - Impact of Players' Performance on Fantasy Baseball12:13 - Discussion on Alex Rodriguez and Retirement18:12 - Reflections on Netflix Broadcast and Commercial Repeats23:36 - Reflections on Opening Day Matchups and Spectacle28:47 - Discussion on Starting Pitching Rotation and Odd Man Out

Chris and Jhon kick off the MLB season with a high-energy breakdown of the New York Yankees and New York Mets, plus strong reactions to the World Baseball Classic (WBC). From Aaron Judge’s performance to roster construction, bullpen questions, and offseason moves, this episode dives deep into everything shaping the 2026 MLB season.The guys debate Yankees lineup concerns, shortstop questions, and Trent Grisham’s role, while also analyzing the Mets’ revamped roster featuring Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor, and Luis Robert. Plus—who’s primed for MVP? Who could disappoint? And what does Opening Day on streaming platforms mean for baseball fans?If you love MLB analysis, Yankees vs Mets debates, baseball predictions, and season previews, this is your go-to New York baseball podcast.⏱️ Chapters00:00 - Intro01:00 - Opening Day Hype + WBC Recap03:00 - Team USA Frustrations + Coaching Decisions10:30 - WBC Experience + Attendance Stories12:30 - Mets Roster Breakdown + Key Additions17:45 - Mets Rotation + Bullpen Questions22:00 - Mets MVP, Bust & Sleeper Picks25:30 - Yankees Roster + “Run It Back” Strategy30:00 - Yankees Concerns: Grisham + Shortstop Issues34:00 - Giancarlo Stanton + Lineup Construction40:00 - Yankees Development + Prospect Struggles53:00 - Opening Day on Streaming (Netflix Debate)56:00 - MVP & Cy Young Predictions59:30 - Outro World Baseball Classic Official Site - https://www.mlb.com/wbcMLB Official Site - https://www.mlb.comInstagram - https://instagram.com/crosstown9podcastTikTok - https://tiktok.com/@crosstown9podcast