Monument Pod: Playing the Classics

Monument Pod: Playing the Classics

From Monument Pod: A New York Yankees Podcast by FFSN

March 20, 2026 · 1h 6m · Season 2 · Episode 4

About this episode

Anthony recaps the World Baseball Classic and discusses its impact on players and the upcoming season.

In this episode, Anthony recaps the pure insanity of the World Baseball Classic. Between the deafening crowds and the high-stakes pressure, the guys discuss how the WBC is more than just a tournament—it’s a vibe shift that changes how players like Aaron Judge and Camilo Doval approach the game. Anthony shares his personal highlights from the trip and debates with Dave whether this March intensity is the perfect "ramp-up" for the season or a recipe for early exhaustion. Turning their focus back to Tampa, they parse through spring training statistics. Looking at who may fill out the rotation to start the year. Dave breaks down the "Hoss" potential of Will Warren and why he might be the Yankees' most important arm while Cole and Rodón are on the mend. Finally, the AL East Preview continues with a deep dive into the Baltimore Orioles. After a disappointing 2025 finish, the O's have been aggressive, headlined by the massive signing of Pete Alonso. The guys discuss if "The Polar Bear" is the missing piece to Baltimore's puzzle, how Gunnar Henderson looks after his WBC stint, and how the pitching staff looks going into 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Anthony

Guest: Dave

Topics covered

  • World Baseball Classic
  • spring training
  • Yankees rotation
  • AL East Preview
  • Baltimore Orioles
  • Pete Alonso signing
  • player performance

Keywords

  • World Baseball Classic
  • Aaron Judge
  • Camilo Doval
  • spring training
  • Will Warren
  • Pete Alonso
  • Baltimore Orioles
  • AL East Preview

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Baltimore Orioles, New York Yankees

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