Judge Out, Kids Up, and Life Is Good (6/20/26) - CF28-127

The Yankees are back in first place, holding a three-game lead in the AL East despite missing Aaron Judge and dealing with multiple injuries throughout the roster. In Episode 127 of The Chase for 28, Chris and the Podcast Padre break down a month of Yankees baseball, including the emergence of Spencer Jones, continued contributions from Jasson Domínguez, and a team that keeps finding ways to win.

The guys discuss Gerrit Cole's return, the bullpen's continued inconsistency, trade deadline priorities, the catching situation, and whether Anthony Volpe still has a long-term future in the Bronx. Plus, a celebration of the Knicks' championship run, retirement reflections from the Podcast Padre, and another Yankees trivia question for the listeners.

Topics Discussed

1. Yankees move into first place in the AL East
2. Current standings and playoff outlook
3. Why weekly baseball analysis beats daily overreactions
4. Aaron Judge injury update and expected return timeline
5. Ben Rice's All-Star case
6. Home Run Derby concerns
7. Spencer Jones getting everyday opportunities
8. Jasson Domínguez continuing to develop
9. Giancarlo Stanton's lingering injury situation
10. Goldschmidt's resurgence at first base
11. The Yankees' ongoing catching problems
12. Anthony Volpe's future with the organization
13. Bullpen concerns heading toward the trade deadline
14. Cam Schlittler's continued emergence
15. Potential trade deadline targets
16. Tarik Skubal discussion
17. Upcoming schedule and All-Star break outlook
18. Celebrating the Knicks championship
19. Retirement reflections from the Podcast Padre

Yankees Trivia

1. Since 2000, only two Yankees have won the American League MVP Award. Aaron Judge is one. Who is the other?
2. Answer: Alex Rodriguez
3. This Episode: Name the 3 Yankees besides Aaron Judge to win the AL MVP award 3 times with the Yankees.

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