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Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata

After more than a decade on national and local radio with Tiki Barber, Brandon Tierney is turning it up a notch, partnering with Sal Licata for a dynamic duo of NYC natives!

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All Episodes

41:48

Hour 1: No More Bubble Wrap: BT & Sal Slam Giants...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

BT & Sal dive into the Giants' most critical storyline: the return of QB Jaxson Dart and the interim head coaching debut of Mike Kafka. They debate whether Kafka's new role is his best chance to distinguish himself as a viable head coaching candidate and if he'll move away from the "idiotic" play-calling that exposed Dart to injury under Daboll. The hosts slam the mindset of fans who want to "put Dart in bubble wrap," arguing that playing is essential for his development and competitive spirit. The

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35:06

Hour 2: Seager to the Bronx: High Risk, High Reward,...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

BT & Sal dive into a fiery discussion covering coaching chaos and major league free agency. In football, they debate the next Giants Head Coach, agreeing that the organization needs "stability" and experienced leadership like Mike McCarthy or Sean McDermott, making the "unknown" risk of promoting Kafka or hiring an untested coordinator like Chris Shula unacceptable. On the diamond, the focus is on the Yankees' offseason priorities. They clash over whether to pursue Kyle Tucker or Cody Bellinger

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44:20

Hour 3: The Window is CLOSED! Why the Bills' Super...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

BT and Sal open with frustration over Jaxson Dart missing another game due to concussion protocol, stalling the Giants' future watch. They pivot to baseball, dissecting the Yankees' pursuit of an outfielder (Steven Kwan vs. Cody Bellinger) and debating whether the Tigers are "absolute morons" for potentially holding onto ace Tarik Skubal despite his inevitable $400 million contract. They welcome sports betting insider Nick Kostos to discuss NFL Week 12. The trio savages the Bills' diminishing Super

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36:09

Hour 4: Ottavino's Scorching Earth: Mendy Gets...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

BT and Sal unleash a torrent of commentary following former Mets reliever Adam Ottavino's fiery podcast remarks, where he torches Carlos Mendoza, accusing the manager of "pathetic" bullpen usage and questioning if the organization "even care[s]" about pitcher health, leading to a record number of Tommy John surgeries. Ottavino also stirs the pot by calling former teammate Brandon Nimmo "sensitive" regarding clubhouse leadership and media stories. The hosts also tackle Brian Cashman's defense of

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9:13

THE GULF WIDENS: Hoff's Big Leads & Sal's Ice-Cold...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

It's Week 12, and the "Perfect Parlay" leaderboard is getting Fiery! Leader Hoff is out in front, forcing BT and Sal into desperation mode with their three-teamers. Sal throws a Hail Mary by latching onto the Giants/Lions Over 50.5, takes Cincinnati +6.5 as a home dog, and hammers the 49ers -7 on Monday Night. Hoff, feeling confident, rolls out an All-Dogs four-teamer, including the Jets +13.5 (yes, really!) and the Giants +13. BT focuses on bounce-back teams, laying a big number with the Lions -13

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16:16

GIANTS BLOOD-BATH BET: Kostos Predicts Lions'...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

BT, Sal, and betting guru Nick Kostos unleash their fiery best bets for NFL Week 12! Kostos declares the Giants are headed for a "bloodbath" against the Lions, passionately arguing for the Over 50 total due to the Jameis Winston factor. They pivot to the AFC, where Sal takes a victory lap on the Chiefs' AFC West demise, and Kostos shockingly states the Chiefs are the only AFC team capable of winning the Super Bowl, despite their struggles (and current -200 playoff odds). The trio also breaks down

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12:42

SEAGER SHOCKWAVE: The Trade That Could End Cashman's...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

BT & Sal ignite a fiery debate over the hypothetical trade for Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager. Sal, prioritizing a World Series push, argues that even 100 games from a two-time World Series MVP is worth the risk, advocating for a potential move to third base to manage his recurring hamstring issues. However, Tierney is vehemently "not interested," likening the trade to acquiring a physically unreliable Giancarlo Stanton and expressing concern over Seager's significant contract and extensive

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10:02

Bellinger vs. Tucker: The Free Agent Fight That Will...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

BT and Sal tear into the Yankees' offseason plans, centered on GM Brian Cashman's recent comments about the outfield. The hosts call out Cashman's attempt to temper expectations by suggesting a "worst-case scenario" of relying on prospects Spencer Jones and Jasson Dominguez alongside Trent Grisham as "playing possum." They then debate the merits of the top two outfield free agents, Cody Bellinger and Kyle Tucker, with Sal expressing strong preference for Bellinger's versatility—but only for five or

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12:21

The Quarterback Effect: Did McCarthy Really Win...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

BT & Sal dive into the New York Giants' head coaching search, sparked by a caller who demands a total "clean house." The hosts debate whether interim coach Mike Kafka should get a serious shot, or if the Giants need to prioritize an experienced leader. Tierney makes a case for proven coaches like Mike McCarthy (who won games without Dak Prescott) and Sean McDermott, while dismissing younger coordinators like Chris Shula. Sal argues that former Dolphins coach Brian Flores is the best defensive

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7:29

Coordinator's Credit: Why Kafka Deserves Praise, But...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

BT & Sal dive into the hot seat around Giants Offensive Coordinator Mike Kafka, debating whether the team's improved offensive output this season (finally scoring points!) is enough to save his job. While listeners give Kafka credit for the unexpected success with a backup QB and a better run game, the hosts question if he's truly a QB whisperer or merely riding the coattails of a better quarterback situation. The discussion pivots to the looming possibility of a major coaching shake-up, focusing

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15:41

Beyond the Bike Tour: Is Cashman's Sleepout NYC's...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

BT & Sal kick off the show by discussing Yankees GM Brian Cashman's annual Covenant House Sleep Out, an amazing charitable commitment to raise awareness for youth homelessness. While giving him immense credit for his decade-plus dedication, Sal wonders if Cashman is secretly dreading the night, comparing it to the physical struggle of Boomer's bike tour. The debate heats up with questions about the logistics of the sleepout: How much security is provided? Does he really sleep all night, or is it a

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18:37

DART IS BACK! Will Kafka Protect the Franchise or Run...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/21

BT and Sal dive into Jaxson Dart's return to play following his concussion, focusing on how new play-caller Mike Kafka will manage the young quarterback differently than Brian Daboll. The hosts argue that the remainder of the season is solely about Dart's development and availability, not wins or losses, and that Kafka must prove he can protect the franchise QB by limiting designed runs. They vehemently criticize the "insane" mindset of fans who want to "bubble wrap" Dart for the rest of the season,

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19:11

Trent Grisham Is Not The Problem With The Yankees |...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

From 'WFAN Daily' (subscribe here): Everyone is upset at the Yankees, Brian Cashman and Trent Grisham for signing the qualifying offer to return for the 2026 season. Hoff explains why this is not a Trent Grisham issue! Follow @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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150:49

Full Show: ALONSO IN PINSTRIPES?! The Mets & Yankees'...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT and Sal ignite a fiery debate on the New York baseball offseason, focusing on the nightmare scenario of Pete Alonso in pinstripes and the Mets' hypothetical, high-stakes Tarik Skubal trade proposal (costing four top prospects). Sal unveils his "Grand Slam Blueprint" for the Mets' future, but the hosts slam any executive who thinks Skubal's trade value won't drop due to injury risk—calling the strategy "moronic." The discussion pivots to the Yankees' third-base quandary: Is the safer,

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37:47

Hour 1: Cashman's Complacency vs. Cohen's Conquest:...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT and Sal dive into a fiery discussion on the Yankees and Mets' overlapping offseason targets, focusing on how Cody Bellinger and Devin Williams are perfect, must-have fits for both clubs. Sal unveils his four-part, "Grand Slam Blueprint" for the Mets, which includes trading for Tarik Skubal, signing a pitcher like Ranger Suarez, re-signing Pete Alonso, and acquiring one of the big bats (Bellinger, Tucker, or Bregman). They debate the plausibility of the Mets making "massive moves"—including

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39:03

Hour 2: Pete Alonso to the Yankees: The Pinstripe...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT & Sal ignite a heated conversation around the baseball offseason and the NBA's failing regular season. They debate the hypothetical nightmare of Pete Alonso landing with the Yankees, discussing whether adding the Polar Bear's power is the "restructuring" the Bombers need (trading Stanton and IKF) or just a power overdose. The discussion pivots to the Tigers' Tarik Skubal, where Sal unleashes a scorching critique of the front office executive who believes Skubal's trade value will be the same at

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40:09

Hour 3: Mets' Skubal Heist: Is Bowden's Blockbuster...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT and Sal dive deep into a fiery debate over the Yankees' third base decision for 2026: pursue the superior, clutch, but aging Alex Bregman or settle for the defense-first Ryan McMahon, warning against a DJ LeMahieu-like decline. On the Mets side, the discussion ignites over a trade proposal for Cy Young-level pitcher Tarik Skubal, requiring four top prospects (Tong, Sproat, Jett Williams, Mauricio). Sal views losing the prospects without a guaranteed extension as "irresponsible," while BT and Hof

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33:48

Hour 4: Shoey Shocker! Cam's Craziness and Skubal...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT and Sal kick off the show with the bizarre video of Cam Skattebo performing a "shoey"—drinking an energy drink from a cleat—and his sideline antics. The hosts ignite a debate over a hypothetical Yankees trade for Tarik Skubal, questioning if a package including Spencer Jones and Will Warren is enough to beat the competition, and are shocked that ESPN ranks the Yankees' farm system at a disappointing 25th, compared to the Mets' #1 ranking. The conversation pivots to the international market,

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5:33

Bregman vs. McMahon: The Decline vs. The No-Stick...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT & Sal dive into a fiery "Call of the Day" that sparks a huge debate over player acquisitions, specifically whether acquiring Alex Bregman is a mistake, with Sal comparing him to a "declining" DJ LeMahieu due to his age (32) and salary. Tierney challenges the caller's preference for the defense-first Ryan McMahon, forcing an admission that Bregman is clearly the better player. The conversation shifts to a fascinating "Time Machine" question: If you could go back to one sporting event in history,

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12:46

Trading Prospects for Wins: Why the Yankees' Farm is...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT & Sal ignite a debate over the latest ESPN farm system rankings, which shockingly place the Mets at #1 and the Yankees dramatically lower at #15 for 2025. They question if the Yankees' lack of development is due to constantly trading prospects for big-name acquisitions or rushing players like Volpe and Dominguez to the majors. The discussion pivots to a caller asking if the Yankees should pursue Fernando Tatis Jr. from the Padres, leading to a breakdown of his $292 million "albatross" contract

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