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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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15:28

Shoeys, Skubal, and Scandal: BT & Sal Go Ballistic!

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT & Sal kick off the segment with a mix of disgust and fascination over football player Cam Skattebo's latest viral stunt: chugging an energy drink from his cleat (a "Shoey"). Then, they dive into a fiery hypothetical: an Athletic-proposed trade for Tigers ace Tarik Skubal involving a Yankees package of Spencer Jones, Will Warren, and two pitching prospects. The hosts debate whether this offer is deliberately undervaluing Skubal compared to the Mets' reported trade pieces, reigniting the argument

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11:15

Super Bowl Prediction SHOCKER: Broncos vs. 49ers is...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT & Sal lay down their fiery NFL Week 12 Power Up Rankings with some huge shakeups and controversial picks. Sal kicks off the debate by putting the Denver Broncos at number five (a team BT has championed for weeks), while BT controversially drops the 9-2 New England Patriots to number two, and excludes the Eagles entirely, despite their 8-2 record, citing a fundamental lack of belief in the champs. The big head-turner is BT's Super Bowl prediction of the Broncos vs. 49ers, as he trusts Denver's

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7:31

Are Tong, Sproat, Williams, and Mauricio a "Butt...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT & Sal ignite a heated argument with Hoff over a hypothetical Mets trade proposal by Jim Bowden, which sends four top prospects (Tong, Sproat, Williams, Mauricio) to Detroit for one year of Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal. BT is "in a heartbeat" for the trade, arguing they must be aggressive to land a frontline ace. Hoff slams it as "irresponsible", insisting they absolutely cannot trade that "butt load of prospects" without a guaranteed contract extension, comparing the high cost to the Yankees'

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21:23

Stop the Madness! Bregman's Better: Why Settle for...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT & Sal dive into a heated debate over whether the Yankees should stick with Ryan McMahon at third base or pursue free-agent star Alex Bregman. Sal champions the current player, arguing that McMahon's elite defense and lower cost at $16 million outweigh his lack of offense, especially since Bregman (turning 32) is perceived as being "on the decline," drawing parallels to the failed signing of DJ LeMahieu. Tierney fiercely counters, labeling McMahon as a "lower-level player" with "no stick" and

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8:29

Skubal NOW or NEVER: The Tigers are Beyond Morons if...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT & Sal unleash a fiery critique on the Detroit Tigers' front office for considering waiting until the trade deadline to move ace Tarik Skubal. Sal calls the idea "idiotic" and argues Skubal's value will "never be as good as it is right now" due to the high risk of injury (citing Gerrit Cole) and the loss of team control. He demands the exec who floated the idea be fired for being a "moron." The hosts pivot to a bold Mets trade scenario: acquiring elite talent like Gold Glovers Ezequiel Tovar and

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11:39

NBA Regular Season is DEAD: Why We Don't Care Until...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT & Sal launch a fiery critique of the NBA, arguing that the regular season has lost its appeal due to a fundamental lack of urgency. Sal admits that without the Knicks, he'd barely watch, while Tierney slams the non-stop discussion of "maintenance days" and "back-to-backs," arguing that when teams and coaches fail to prioritize winning every game, fans stop caring. They debate the aesthetic of the modern three-point heavy offense versus the competitive grit of the 90s Knicks, with Sal giving the

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18:54

Hate Trumps Love: Could Mets Fans Root for Pete in...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT & Sal dive into a hypothetical (but fiery!) discussion about Pete Alonso wearing a Yankees uniform. While acknowledging reports that the Yankees have no interest in the Polar Bear, Sal argues that a move for Alonso would be a smart piece of a necessary "restructuring" for the Yankees—specifically, by trading Giancarlo Stanton and replacing his power and DH slot with an everyday first baseman and DH option in Pete. The conversation gets personal as they debate the emotional fallout for Mets fans

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10:45

A-Rod's Xmas List: Are BT & Sal on the A-Team or the...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT reveals a bombshell: he and Sal were alerted by A-Rod's cousin that they might be getting an invite to Alex Rodriguez's highly anticipated Christmas party! The hosts dive into the anxiety of waiting for the official email, with BT constantly refreshing his inbox and Sal questioning if it landed in spam. They hilariously speculate on the A-list (and maybe B-list) guests who will be attending, including potential appearances by David Ortiz ("Big Papi"). The segment underscores the power dynamic of

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7:49

Stearns' High-Stakes Gamble: Skubal or Bust for the...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT and Sal unleash a fiery debate over Sal's "home run blueprint" for the Mets' perfect offseason, which centers on trading for ace Tarik Skubal, signing a frontline starter like Ranger Suarez (while Sal dismisses Dylan Cease as "just another dude"), and re-signing Pete Alonso—especially since he's open to DH. The discussion heats up as they clash over the realism of acquiring Skubal and the $400 million contract that would follow. Sal pushes for a big bat like Bellinger, Tucker, or Bregman to

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19:13

Bellinger Brawl: Yankees vs. Mets for the Ultimate...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/20

BT & Sal dive into a fiery debate over the Yankees and Mets' intertwined offseason, focusing on a direct clash for Cody Bellinger and the closer market (Edwin Diaz vs. Devin Williams). Sal argues the Mets must pursue Bellinger and go "pedal to the metal," while BT has more faith in Brian Cashman's urgency than David Stearns' willingness to spend like a big-market GM. The Mets' need for a "shake up" dominates the conversation, with discussion of trading Senga (despite the desperate need for

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161:37

Full Show: Yankees' Worst Fear Realized: Trent...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/19

BT & Sal unleash a torrent of fury over Trent Grisham's shocking acceptance of the $22 million Qualifying Offer (QO), arguing it's the "first potential domino to a horrendous offseason" that kills the Yankees' chances at big targets like Cody Bellinger. Sal pushes for a bold trade for Steven Kwan, while BT fears Cashman will use the QO as an excuse to "roll back" the same failed 2025 roster. The heat continues with Three Random Questions, including a Giants legend showdown: Phil Simms vs. Boomer

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38:20

Hour 1: Greed vs. Greatness: Did a Draft Pick Just...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/19

BT and Sal unleash a fiery critique of the Yankees' front office after Trent Grisham shocked the industry by accepting the Qualifying Offer (QO) for $22 million, a move both hosts agree was a colossal misread by the team driven by the lure of a compensatory draft pick. BT argues the QO acceptance is the "first potential domino to a horrendous offseason," fearing the added salary and player complexity will make the Yankees reluctant to pursue top targets like Cody Bellinger and Kyle Tucker. Sal

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47:17

Hour 2: Giants and the Gang: Phil Simms Breaks Down...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/19

BT & Sal kick off a fiery debate on their Three Random Questions segment after having Giants legend Phil Simms on the show. The first question puts Simms head-to-head with Boomer Esiason in a one-game Super Bowl showdown, forcing the hosts to weigh Esiason's talent and MVP versus Simms' clutch performances and championship pedigree. Next, Sal recounts his recent disaster at MSG—sitting in gum—and asks which is worse: the sticky embarrassment or having a homeless person throw water in your face? The

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36:48

Hour 3: Yankees' Recipe for Disaster: Rolling Back...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/19

BT and Sal unleash a fiery critique of the Yankees' off-season strategy, arguing that Trent Grisham's acceptance of the $22 million qualifying offer is the first "domino that dooms" their plan to "roll back" the same deficient roster. Sal fears Cashman will use Gerrit Cole's return as an excuse not to make necessary, aggressive moves for players like Kwan or Tucker, while callers slam the GM for hoarding "penny stocks" prospects like Spencer Jones and Dominguez. They argue that the young core has

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39:11

Hour 4: Cam vs. Critics: The Clapback Heard 'Round...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/19

BT and Sal dive into the fiery reaction from Giants star Cam Skattebo, who clapped back at critics for judging his WWE attendance while injured. They debate the issue of professional decorum, weighing Cam's star power against the lack of self-awareness shown by fellow Giant Abdul Carter. The conversation shifts to the NFL Week 12 slate, where the hosts discuss "Parlay Perfection" strategy, revealing their early leans on the Chiefs-Colts and Cowboys-Eagles games as the pressure mounts on BT to close

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6:19

Cashman's Bitcoin Bust: The Prospect 'Hug' That...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/19

BT and Sal dive into an explosive "Call of the Day" where a fiery Yankees fan, Mike from Manalapan, torches Brian Cashman for his failure to develop position players, comparing his tight grip on prospects to holding onto a failing "Bitcoin." The caller demands the Yankees "package them all" and trade prospects like Spencer Jones and Jasson Dominguez for a top-tier player. The hosts then take a call from a Mets fan who defends the Yankees' consistent success, arguing that making the playoffs "almost

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11:54

No More Games: Glenn Goes Head-On, Names Taylor Starter!

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/19

BT and Sal react with praise to Aaron Glenn's latest press conference, where he officially names Tyrod Taylor the starting QB with a defiant "Because I wanted to!" They applaud Glenn's shift in demeanor—less defensive and more directly in charge—which they believe is a template for the "New Jets DNA." The hosts speculate that the decision was likely forced by a leak from one of the quarterbacks or their agents. The conversation then turns fiery, with Sal highlighting the stunning financial mistake

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16:53

Grisham's $22M Trap: Cashman's Folly Hampers the...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/19

The Yankees offseason is off to a fiery start as Trent Grisham accepts the $22 million Qualifying Offer, a move Sal Licata sees as the "domino" leading to a disastrous offseason. Sal fears the Yankees are "banking on rolling this back" with a largely unchanged roster, relying solely on Gerrit Cole's return and growth from underperforming young players like Volpe and Dominguez. BT & Sal debate whether the $22 million for a defensive specialist who had an outlier offensive year will "dissuade" the

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11:11

Gum Butt or Water Attack: Sal's Nightmare at MSG!

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/19

BT & Sal go head-to-head in Three Random Questions, starting with a fiery debate: In a one-game Super Bowl, who are you picking: Phil Simms or Boomer Esiason? Tierney gives a slight edge to Simms' clutch ability and team history, while Sal argues Boomer was the more talented player and a former MVP. What's worse: sitting in gum at MSG (like Sal did) or a homeless person throwing water in your face (like Sal's friend experienced)? Sal details the public humiliation of the gum disaster, but Tierney

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36:05

Parcells, Pressure, and Punishment: Simms Reveals the...

Brandon Tierney & Sal Licata ·

2025/11/19

Giants legend and Super Bowl MVP Phil Simms joins BT & Sal for a fiery, in-depth NFL discussion. Simms slams the Giants' "biggest disappointment"—the defensive failure—and calls out the coaching for not being "aggressive" enough. He weighs in on the extensive head coach search, arguing that analytics have made NFL game management "stupid," and reveals what former coach Bill Parcells taught him about chasing points. Simms also tackles the Giants' "leaderless" atmosphere, the controversy surrounding

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