{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F87dbc637-e7a5-4dde-a3dd-2207070339c0","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"First Place, But Far From Perfect (5/10/25) - CF28-097\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/87dbc637-e7a5-4dde-a3dd-2207070339c0\"></iframe>","title":"First Place, But Far From Perfect (5/10/25) - CF28-097","description":"<p>In this jam-packed episode, Chris and the Podcast Padre recap the Yankees\u2019 last couple of weeks, which included a 6-6 stretch, a continuing stronghold on first place in the AL East, and a look ahead to the upcoming Subway Series against the Mets.</p><p>They discuss the recent hot streak of <strong>Aaron Judge</strong>, who continues to perform at an MVP level, and they also spotlight standout pitching performances\u2014especially Max Fried, whose early season numbers are electric.</p><p>The hosts dive into some player updates, including the possible return of <strong>DJ LeMahieu</strong>, Stanton's rehab, bullpen concerns with <strong>Devin Williams</strong>, and minor league news like <strong>George Lombard Jr.\u2019s</strong> promotion.</p><p><strong>Key Topics:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Yankees\u2019 Current Record</strong>: 21-16 and leading the AL East</li><li><strong>Trivia Question</strong>: What number did Don Mattingly wear when he first joined the Yankees? (Hint: It wasn\u2019t #23!)</li><li><strong>Aaron Judge Watch</strong>: .369 AVG, 64 HR, 162 RBI in last 162 games \u2013 MVP frontrunner</li><li><strong>Injury Updates</strong>: Stanton on 60-day IL, DJ LeMahieu nearing return, updates on Jonathan Lo\u00e1isiga and Tommy Kahnle</li><li><strong>Trade Wins</strong>: Trent Grisham already has 10 HRs\u2014paying dividends</li><li><strong>Max Fried</strong>: 6-0, 1.05 ERA, and a steadying force in the rotation</li><li><strong>Yankee Farm System</strong>: George Lombard Jr. promoted to Double-A Somerset</li><li><strong>Upcoming Series</strong>: On the road in Sacramento and Seattle, then back home to face the Mets</li><li><strong>This Week in Yankee History</strong>: Highlights from May 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9\u2014including Gehrig\u2019s streak ending and Mariano Rivera setting a franchise saves record</li></ul><p><strong>Yankees Trivia \ud83e\udd14</strong></p><ul><li>Who last HR at \u2018Old\u2019 Yankee Stadium 2008? And Who hit the first HR at new Yankee Stadium 2009?</li><li>Answer: Molina ('08) &amp; Posada ('09)</li><li>This episode: Don Mattingly\u2019s retired # is 23. What # was he originally given when he came up?</li></ul><p><strong>Bullpen Q&amp;A \u260e\ufe0f</strong></p><ul><li>You have opinions just like we do so we want to hear from you!</li><li>Email us at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:feedback@chasefor28.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">feedback@chasefor28.com</a></li><li><strong>Connect with us on Twitter&nbsp;</strong><a href=\"https://twitter.com/chasefor28pod\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@chasefor28pod</a></li><li><strong>Connect with us on Instagram</strong> <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/chasefor28pod\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@chasefor28pod</a></li><li><strong>Send a voicemail&nbsp;</strong><a href=\"http://chasefor28.com/voicemail\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">http://chasefor28.com/voicemail</a></li></ul><p><strong>Merch \ud83d\udc55</strong></p><ul><li><a href=\"http://chasefor28.com/merch\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Chase for 28</a>&nbsp;- Podcast and Select Player Shirts</li></ul><p><strong>SeatGeek</strong>&nbsp;\ud83c\udf9f</p><ul><li>Check out SeatGeek - the easiest way to buy tickets for sports, concerts, and more. Visit&nbsp;<a href=\"http://chasefor28.com/seatgeek\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>chasefor28.com/seatgeek</strong></a>&nbsp;and use promo code '<strong>CHASEFOR28</strong>' at checkout to get $20 off your first purchase.</li></ul><p>Support this show <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"payment\" href=\"http://supporter.acast.com/chasefor28\">http://supporter.acast.com/chasefor28</a>.</p><hr>","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/86adcb1d-8201-408b-b3a3-780b5084e166/1603940453463-4328a067c1955e9e40c3116648719ea8.jpeg"}