The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle

Best of the Yankees on WFAN: Is Aaron Judge coming back??

Brian Cashman gave a discouraging update on Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, leading Chris McMonigle to wonder if Stanton will return at all this season. Plus, Evan Roberts wonders if it is far to worry that Judge won't be back this season either. Evan also says the Yankees need to trade for Tarik Skubal, while C-Mac declares that the Yanks need to cut ties with Anthony Volpe.

Full Show: C-Mac’s Bold Trade Proposal to Save the Yankees Season

Chris McMonagle analyzes the impact of injuries to Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, suggesting the Yankees make a massive move for a middle-of-the-order bat like Rafael Devers. They also debate which Mets players are truly untouchable in a 'Would You, Wouldn't You' trade segment while sharing rules for summer driving etiquette. 01:50 - Yankees Injury Crisis 13:40 - Rafael Devers Trade Proposal 21:45 - Movie Trilogy Debates 32:40 - Red Sox Travel Chaos 48:10 - Extending Mets Top Prospects 01:06:30 - Mets Trade Untouchables Game 01:21:05 - Spinning The Wheel Game 01:37:15 - Road Etiquette And Rant

Hour 1: Why Giancarlo Stanton's Injury Is More Concerning Than Aaron Judge's

Big Mac explores the alarming nature of Giancarlo Stanton's latest injury setback and argues why it presents a bigger challenge for the Yankees than Aaron Judge's recovery. He proposes aggressive trade targets to stabilize the middle of the order while also highlighting the Mets' fortunate situation against a travel-weary Red Sox squad. The discussion takes a nostalgic turn as he and the crew debate the merits of various iconic movie trilogies. 01:20 - Yankees Win and Judge Injury 08:10 - Stanton Versus Judge Injury Concerns 13:45 - Potential Trades to Fix Lineup 18:45 - Mets Catch Break Against Sox 21:45 - Ranking Great Movie Trilogies 32:15 - Red Sox Stranded in Chicago 37:30 - Fan Speculation on Judge Return 42:40 - Analyzing Yankees Defensive Struggles 49:30 - Navigating New York Death Spiral

Hour 2: C-Mac Debates Rafael Devers Trade and Hurricanes Cup Controversy

Chris McMonagle analyzes a potential blockbuster trade bringing Rafael Devers to the Bronx while debating the slugger's clubhouse reputation. They also break down the controversy surrounding Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon engraving his children's names on the Stanley Cup over team personnel. Additionally, the discussion covers the Mets' strategy regarding long-term extensions for top prospects like AJ Ewing and Carson Benge. 01:11 - Red Sox Travel Issues 04:32 - Devers Yankee Trade Talk 11:24 - Best Movie Trilogies 18:45 - Yankee Hitting Statistics 23:40 - Extending Young Prospects 36:31 - Hurricanes Cup Controversy

Hour 3: Yankees Should Trade for Rafael Devers to Replace Stanton

Chris McMonigle analyzes the New York Yankees' shortstop situation, asserting that Jose Caballero is currently the team's best option over Anthony Volpe. He proposes a significant trade for Rafael Devers to bolster the lineup and replace Giancarlo Stanton's production. They also delve into the New York Giants' offseason concerns and debate which New York Mets players should be moved in a Would You, Wouldn't You? segment. 01:20 - Mets Face Delayed Red Sox 05:50 - Caballero Over Volpe At Shortstop 10:51 - Nabors Injury Impacts Giants Season 16:07 - Jaxson Dart Franchise Potential 21:18 - Proposal To Trade For Devers 27:04 - Scouting Trade Deadline Targets 34:13 - Extending Clarke Schmidt And Rice 43:21 - Would You Wouldn't You Mets 48:55 - Evaluating Mets Trade Candidates