In Episode 104 of Chase for 28, Chris welcomes back longtime co-host AJ Bianco for a much-needed shot of optimism after a scorching 5–0 week from the Yankees. Together, they reflect on DJ LeMahieu’s surprising DFA, Clark Schmidt’s Tommy John surgery, Jazz Chisholm’s All-Star nod and Home Run Derby entry, and Cam Schlittler’s promising MLB debut.
The guys also preview potential trade deadline targets, debate the best third base fit (McMahon? Suarez?), and consider the risk/reward of short-term pitching rentals like Zac Gallen or Freddy Peralta. Plus: Judge tossed AJ a ball (!), the trivia streak continues, and AJ makes a strong case for why the Yankees still might be the best bet in the American League.
Key Topics Discussed:
- ⚾ Yankees go 5–0 since last episode (53–41, 1.5 GB in AL East)
- 🔥 DJ LeMahieu DFA’d — shocking but necessary move?
- 🩺 Clark Schmidt undergoes Tommy John surgery
- 🧢 Cam Schlittler debuts — 7 Ks, gas, and composure
- 🎯 Jazz Chisholm to the All-Star Game and Home Run Derby
- 👑 Carlos Rodón added to AL All-Star roster
- 🏟️ Chris gets a ball tossed to him by Aaron Judge at a game!
- 🛠️ Trade targets:
- Pitching: Zac Gallen (rental), Freddy Peralta (team option in 2026)
- Third Base: Ryan McMahon, Eugenio Suárez, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Nolan Arenado
- 📈 Yankees minor leaguers: Should fans stop hyping prospects like Spencer Jones?
- 🧠 AJ returns to say: Yankees are still the AL’s best shot at a World Series
Yankees Trivia 🤔
What number(s) have never been worn by a Yankee?
Answer: Numbers never worn by a Yankee (00, 78, 80, 87, 93, 94, 96)
This episode: Who is all-time Yankee leader in RBIs?
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