Big Apple Battle: A New York Baseball Podcast

The season is moving fast, and both New York teams are approaching a critical stretch.In Episode 32, Alec and Ed check in on where the Yankees and Mets currently stand as the summer heats up. The Yankees continue to battle through inconsistencies while trying to prove they belong among the American League's elite. What's holding them back, and what needs to improve before the second half?Then the conversation shifts to Queens, where the Mets are still searching for answers. The offense remains frustratingly inconsistent, injuries continue to play a role, and the margin for error is shrinking. Are the Mets still positioned to make a run, or are bigger questions starting to emerge?Plus, with the trade deadline rapidly approaching, Alec and Ed look ahead at what each team needs to show over the next few weeks and what types of moves could help push them toward October.The standings matter.The deadline is coming.And the next few weeks could define the season.

The regular season is over, and New York baseball fans are feeling every emotion possible. In Episode 20, we dive into the Mets’ official elimination from playoff contention — a crushing finish that left Alec furious and heartbroken after holding out hope until the very end. What was supposed to be a season of promise ends in disappointment, and we break down how it all fell apart.Meanwhile, across town, the Yankees are preparing for a high-stakes Wild Card showdown against their oldest rival, the Boston Red Sox. The Bronx Bombers have momentum and swagger, but the intensity of October baseball is about to be tested in one of the sport’s fiercest matchups.From Alec’s raw reaction to the Mets’ collapse to Ed’s cautious confidence about the Yankees’ chances, we capture the split emotions of New York fans as one chapter slams shut and another one begins.

The final stretch of the season is here, and New York baseball is telling two very different stories. In Episode 18, we break down the Mets’ continued inconsistency, their struggles to put wins together, and why the division race is slipping away. Meanwhile, the Yankees are scrapping to stay alive in the AL East battle, showing just enough fight to keep their hopes alive.We dig into the biggest turning points of the past two weeks, who’s trending up and down, and what both clubs need to lock in before October arrives. Plus, as always, some spirited back-and-forth on which New York team fans should feel better about heading into the home stretch.

After a red-hot stretch, both the Mets and Yankees have slammed into a brutal cold spell—and Episode 16 dives straight into the wreckage. We break down the ugly stretch where New York baseball went from surging to sputtering.From lifeless bats and shaky bullpens to key injuries and roster shakeups, we dissect what went wrong, who's to blame, and whether this is just a midseason stumble—or something bigger.Plus, we spotlight the biggest under-performers, unexpected call-ups, and whether fans should panic or preach patience.

The Subway Series is in the rearview—and now both New York teams are surging. The Mets are catching fire, the Yankees look unstoppable, and Episode 14 breaks down who’s stepping up and what’s actually sustainable. From Alonso’s resurgence to Judge’s MVP rampage, we cover the biggest trends. Plus, we hand out our first-ever NY Baseball Awards: bold, unfiltered, and totally chaotic.

The Subway Series has arrived, and the city is buzzing. In Episode 12, we set the stage with a full preview of Mets vs. Yankees—starting with a check-in on both squads, key storylines, and stars to watch, including Soto’s first taste of the rivalry. Then it’s time to break down the pitching matchups, bullpens, and offensive firepower before locking in our series predictions and bold takes. We close with a look back at the best Subway Series moments of the past decade, from walk-offs to wild brawls. Queens and the Bronx collide—who takes Round One?

Another week of nail-biters in New York—Episode 10 dives into the razor-thin margins both teams are navigating. Alec breaks down the Mets’ continued offensive surge, a bullpen that's starting to bend, and some missed chances with runners in scoring position. Ed covers the Yankees’ homer-heavy approach, bullpen questions around Devin Williams and Mark Leiter Jr., and a stretch of tight games that’s testing their depth. We look at what’s sustainable, what’s not, and where both clubs go from here.

***Disclaimer: We took Edibles...enjoy.***The Mets keep surging while the Yankees hold steady—Episode 8 covers another week of highs, concerns, and what’s next. Alec breaks down the Mets’ four-game sweep of the Cardinals, where elite pitching, a rising Soto, and a boost from the supporting cast have Citi Field buzzing. Ed recaps a Yankees series win that came with shaky arms and injury scares, as the offense continues to carry the load. Plus, we spotlight some ex-Mets and ex-Yankees who are thriving elsewhere—and who might’ve made a difference this year in New York.