The guys break down the recent play of the Yanks and Mets, while also diving into some recent struggles of some top of the line starters that got roughed up, Jesus Luzardo and Brandon Pfaadt specifically. Also, a loyal listener to the show, tries to convert Mike into becoming a Yankee fan by trying to woo him with seats behind home plate at a Yankee game and free food and drinks. Let's just say Mike is interested, just not the part about becoming a Yankee fan.

Mike and Joe have been waiting for this weekend for months, and it's finally here. Yankees vs Mets in the Bronx to start a 3 game weekend series. In this short series episode that became a regular hour long episode, the guys break down where both teams stand, what will happen with Soto and how the fans will react and how the series will play out as a whole.

P.S. Joe had a meltdown at the end over Yankee fans buying jerseys with the names on the back and blames parents for doing this to their kids. You cannot miss this meltdown on episode 16, the short series episode that become a regular hour long show.

The guys bring their first guest onto the show, Phil "Uncle Phil" Brace, who has his own podcast called "Uncle Phil's Podcast" on Spotify as well. Mike, Joe and Uncle Phil talk about the state of the Yankees, Mets, the Rafael Devers situation, and Uncle Phil discusses his thoughts on why Trevor Bauer deserves a second shot at the big leagues. Tune in for an awesome collaboration, and trust us, this won't be the last time! Uncle Phil also blessed us with this week's trivia question as well! Episode 15 of the Diamond Discussion Podcast is a must listen!