The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

The Carton Show with Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle is sports talk with a pulse — loud, loose and unapologetically entertaining. Carton’s larger-than-life style and McMonigle’s no-nonsense perspective create a show that blends comedy, controversy and real debate. From Yankees and Mets drama to Giants, Jets, Knicks, Nets and whatever headline is dominating the day, nothing is too serious to laugh at or too big to challenge. Unfiltered and unpredictable, The Carton Show turns sports talk into an event.

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July 11, 2026 60 mins
Boomer Esiason got the attention of Mets fans when he declared that the team needs to trade Francisco Lindor before the deadline. That led to Evan and Tiki debating if trading Lindor would really make sense for the Mets, and if it is even possible. Plus, reactions to Mike Francesa claiming that a Lindor/Juan Soto feud was sparked by the lack of a welcome message after Soto signed, and Boomer and Jerry believe there has to be more t...
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Brian Cashman gave a discouraging update on Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, leading Chris McMonigle to wonder if Stanton will return at all this season. Plus, Evan Roberts wonders if it is far to worry that Judge won't be back this season either. Evan also says the Yankees need to trade for Tarik Skubal, while C-Mac declares that the Yanks need to cut ties with Anthony Volpe.
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Chris McMonagle analyzes the impact of injuries to Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, suggesting the Yankees make a massive move for a middle-of-the-order bat like Rafael Devers. They also debate which Mets players are truly untouchable in a 'Would You, Wouldn't You' trade segment while sharing rules for summer driving etiquette. 01:50 - Yankees Injury Crisis 13:40 - Rafael Devers Trade Proposal 21:45 - Movie Trilogy Debates 32:40...
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Big Mac explores the alarming nature of Giancarlo Stanton's latest injury setback and argues why it presents a bigger challenge for the Yankees than Aaron Judge's recovery. He proposes aggressive trade targets to stabilize the middle of the order while also highlighting the Mets' fortunate situation against a travel-weary Red Sox squad. The discussion takes a nostalgic turn as he and the crew debate the merits of various iconic mov...
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Chris McMonagle analyzes a potential blockbuster trade bringing Rafael Devers to the Bronx while debating the slugger's clubhouse reputation. They also break down the controversy surrounding Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon engraving his children's names on the Stanley Cup over team personnel. Additionally, the discussion covers the Mets' strategy regarding long-term extensions for top prospects like AJ Ewing and Carson Benge. ...
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Chris McMonigle analyzes the New York Yankees' shortstop situation, asserting that Jose Caballero is currently the team's best option over Anthony Volpe. He proposes a significant trade for Rafael Devers to bolster the lineup and replace Giancarlo Stanton's production. They also delve into the New York Giants' offseason concerns and debate which New York Mets players should be moved in a Would You, Wouldn't You? segment. 01:20 - M...
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C-Mac rants about slow drivers and people who decorate their car dashboards with tchotchkes like rubber ducks. They transition into a trivia game called The Wheel, where Gallo and Hoff struggle with Tom Hanks movies and Beatles facts. The segment concludes with a look at the Yankees lineup as Anthony Volpe sits once again for Jose Caballero. 01:20 - Driving Etiquette Rant 11:04 - Tom Hanks Trivia Game 18:21 - Beatles Clues Challen...
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Big Mac pits Hoff & Gallo against each other in the Wheel of Fun in this weeks edition where he picks the topics and it doesn't disappoint
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Chris McMonigle takes calls from frustrated Yankees fans demanding accountability, but pushes back on the idea that firing Boone magically fixes the team's annual midseason "death spiral." Is the problem the manager, Brian Cashman, the roster construction, or something deeper within the organization?
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Chris McMonigle leads a debate with Anthony Gallo and Pete Hoffman about which players the Mets and Yankees should trade as the deadline approaches. They play a game of "Would You, Wouldn't You" to determine the value of stars like Francisco Lindor, Bo Bichette, and Clay Holmes. They also examine potential contract extensions for Yankees players Cam Schlittler and Ben Rice. 02:38 - Mets Trade Game Debate 03:41 - Yankees Contract E...
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The Yankees salvaged a series split in Tampa thanks to the bats finally coming alive, scoring more than five runs in a game for the first time in their last 20 games. Chris McMonigle reacts to the offensive breakout, from Ben Rice continuing his strong series to the huge third inning against Drew Rasmussen. Can this kind of game carry over and carry the Yanks out of their swoon, and did they keep their AL East chances alive by taki...

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Are the Mets and Yankees handling their young stars the right way? Chris McMonigle reacts to the Cardinals locking up top prospect JJ Wetherholt with a long-term extension and asks whether the Mets should do the same with rising stars AJ Ewing and Carson Benge. Plus, Chris explains why the Yankees should consider signing Ben Rice before his price skyrockets.
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Should the Yankees make a blockbuster move for Rafael Devers? Chris McMonigle makes the case that Devers is the perfect bat to replace Giancarlo Stanton's production and help the Yankees make a World Series run. But not everyone agrees, as callers question Devers' clubhouse reputation and whether he'd fit in New York.
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The Yankees are doing it AGAIN... and Chris McMonigle wants answers. Chris breaks down the Yankees' frustrating yearly "death spiral," questioning why one of baseball's best teams suddenly forgets how to hit, field, and win for weeks at a time. Is it Aaron Boone? The roster construction? Brian Cashman? Or something bigger? Plus, Chris reacts to concerns about Aaron Judge's injury timeline, explains why he doesn't believe the Yank...
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Gallo and Hoff debate which movie trilogies boast the best third installments, analyzing films like Die Hard with a Vengeance and The Dark Knight Rises. They also provide an update on the Red Sox's travel delays in Chicago and what it means for their matchup with the Mets. 01:01 - Movie Trilogy Debates 05:18 - Indiana Jones Plot Holes 10:12 - Red Sox Travel Nightmare 12:49 - Favorite Trilogy One-Liners
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With Aaron Judge sidelined, Chris McMonigle says the Yankees can't afford to think small at the trade deadline. While Judge's injury is impossible to replace, Chris argues the bigger long-term concern is Giancarlo Stanton's latest setback—and makes the case for Brian Cashman to swing BIG for Rafael Devers. Plus, Chris breaks down why the Yankees' win over the Rays was so important, why the AL is still there for the taking, a...
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Chris McMonigle analyzes the New York Yankees' series split with the Tampa Bay Rays, focusing on Ben Rice's standout performance and a resilient bullpen effort. He discusses concerning injury updates for Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton while addressing fan concerns regarding the lineup's consistency and coaching. They also cover the New York Mets' series victory over the Kansas City Royals and a significant injury to Mark Vientos...
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Chris "Big Mac" McMonigle breaks down the New York Yankees' 10-4 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays to salvage a crucial series split. He highlights Ryan McMahon’s twelve-pitch at-bat as a season-defining moment and discusses Ben Rice's power performance while addressing injury updates for Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton. 01:20 - Yankees Salvage Rays Series Split 04:42 - Ryan McMahon's Turning Point At-Bat 10:34 - Ben Rice an...
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Chris McMonigle reacts to Brian Cashman’s grim updates regarding the recovery timelines for Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton. He debates the Yankees' recent 'death spiral' without their superstars, considers a potential trade for Rafael Devers, and revisits his radio roots with a nostalgic piece for Steve Somers. 01:20 - Remembering Bonnie Tyler 05:02 - Mets Care Or Not Care 08:35 - Cashman Backs Aaron Boone 12:20 - Judge A...
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Mac revisits a nostalgic 2008 radio segment featuring Johan Santana's shutout performance before engaging in a heated debate with callers about the Yankees. He argues that Anthony Volpe should be benched in favor of Jose Caballero due to prolonged offensive struggles. The discussion also critiques Brian Cashman’s roster construction, specifically comparing the Giancarlo Stanton trade to missed opportunities with Christian Yel...
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