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Mr. John J. Filippelli. You've heard that name mentioned countless times on YES Network broadcasts of New York Yankees games. Now, hear from the man himself, as he and his guest co-hosts, pull back the curtain and give a glimpse into what it's like to work in the sports media industry. Along the way, Flip pulls from his massive Rolodex to interview some of the biggest names in all of sports.

  1. 132. Opening Day is Here

    03/26/2025

    132. Opening Day is Here

    Ahead of Opening Day 2025, Flip and Justin weigh the strength of the current Yankees roster, identify three players they feel have to take a step forward for the team to succeed and give their reasons why this year will be better than the last. The pair touch on Juan Soto’s latest comments on his free agent decision and wrap it up by giving their World Series predictions.

    44 min

  2. 02/24/2025

    131. External Help Needed For Yankees?

    In the wake of Giancarlo Stanton’s immediate future being uncertain, Flip and Justin discuss why the Yankees need to bring in more offense. They size up the challenge of the Yankees winning the AL East now that the Red Sox added Alex Bregman. Plus, thoughts on hair policies and postgame stadium songs.

    32 min
  3. 130. Baseball’s Offseason Solutions

    02/05/2025

    130. Baseball’s Offseason Solutions

    John and Justin weigh in on the offseason silence throughout baseball and what can be done to spice up the activity in the winter months. The hosts examine the pros and cons of the Yankees having an in-house solution at third base. Lastly, with the NBA trade deadline approaching, Justin has Flip blind rank five of the biggest trades in Yankees history.

    36 min
  4. 129. MLB Offseason Continues, 2025 is Here

    01/07/2025

    129. MLB Offseason Continues, 2025 is Here

    John and Justin discuss what the Yankees still need to add this offseason, the options to fill a spot in the infield, Alex Bregman’s future, and why the AL East is seemingly in decline.

    43 min
  5. 128. 2024 Winter Meetings

    12/10/2024

    128. 2024 Winter Meetings

    John and Justin break down what “tomorrow” looks like for the Yankees and baseball in New York following Juan Soto’s reported signing with the Mets.

    26 min
  6. 127. World Series Game 5 & Beyond

    11/01/2024

    127. World Series Game 5 & Beyond

    Flip and Justin try to pick up the pieces after the Yankees performance in Game 5 of the World Series. They wonder what the fundamental shortcomings stem from, and how to address it for next year. Speaking of next year, the hosts look to what comes next following Juan Soto’s comments after Game 5.

    32 min
  7. 126. NYY Down 3-0 in Fall Classic

    10/29/2024

    126. NYY Down 3-0 in Fall Classic

    Flip and Justin reflect on the first three games of the World Series, and how the Yankees should have never been in a 3-0 hole. They discuss the residual results of an epic Game 1, and how and why the Yankees' strengths have not shown up in the Fall Classic.

    33 min
  8. 125. World Series Preview

    10/23/2024

    125. World Series Preview

    Flip and Justin size up a massive World Series matchup between the Yankees and Dodgers. Both look back at the journey the Yankees have been on from a year ago until now, and they explain what needs to go right for the Yankees in a World Series that’s made for everyone. The hosts also discuss how this matchup impacts the business of the sport.

    40 min
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Mr. John J. Filippelli. You've heard that name mentioned countless times on YES Network broadcasts of New York Yankees games. Now, hear from the man himself, as he and his guest co-hosts, pull back the curtain and give a glimpse into what it's like to work in the sports media industry. Along the way, Flip pulls from his massive Rolodex to interview some of the biggest names in all of sports.

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  • Creator
    YES Network
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    133
  • Rating
    Clean
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