The Mike Francesa Podcast

The Yankees drop another series, this time to Boston. The Mets have bounced back in Pittsburgh and are looking at winnable home games this week. Mike Francesa looks at what's ahead for both teams.

Just when you thought it couldn't get any worse for the Yankees, Friday night against Boston came and went. The Mets fared no better in Pittsburgh. Mike Francesa looks back at both games to sound the alarm.

The Yankees are in full freefall. Mike Francesa looks at how they got there and why Aaron Boone shouldn't be taking the heat. Mike also answers listener emails on a wide variety of topics, including why the Knicks should trade Randle & the Biden-Trump debate.

Mike Francesa says that thanks to a revived offense, the Mets can go on a run before the All-Star Break. But despite stellar play from Juan Soto and Aaron Judge, the Yankees have only three wins in their last 10 games and are looking for answers. And how will the Knicks fare without Isaiah Hartenstein?

The Mets & Yankees have reached the halfway point in the MLS season, and they're going in different directions. Mike Francesa looks at the state of the Yankees and Mets as they enter the dog days of summer. Also, Mike thinks the Knicks are one move away from being elite.

Break up the Mets. After being dead in the water, there's new life in Queens. Mike Francesa reacts to the Mets' Subway Series sweep and its onslaught on Yankees pitching. Mike also touches on the Knicks re-signing of the top target, OG Anunoby.

Mike Francesa weights in after the Knicks traded their future for Mikal Bridges. And he discusses the Game 1 of the Subway Series, in which the Mets pound the Yankees before almost giving it away. Plus, thoughts on the upcoming NBA draft.

Edwin Diaz was tossed for having the "sticky stuff" on his fingers. Not the way the Mets wanted to head into the Subway Series with the Yankees. Mike Francesa previews the series and looks at the Mets' Diaz situation.

The Baltimore Orioles took the series from the Yankees this week in convincing fashion, and the Birds showed they are the better team... for now. Mike Francesa talks about how the Yankees can flip the script on Baltimore as the season goes on. The Mets look to start a new streak, and the Lakers get their coach in J.J. Redick.

In this edition of Mike Francesa Live on YouTube, Mike talks the passing of Willie Mays, the streaking Mets and how long they can sustain it, and the Orioles-Yankees series is already tense as the Birds plunk Aaron Judge. Mike also answers viewer emails.

Mike Francesa praises the Celtics' team effort, noting their ability to win the NBA Finals despite not having a standout MVP. He also discusses the Mets' impressive recent run, the Yankees' series versus the Orioles, and Jeff Van Gundy's surprising return to basketball as an assistant coach for the Clippers.

The Mets are finding ways to win. Mike Francesa looks at the recent winning ways and if they can continue. The Yanks need more than Judge and Soto to go all the way. Who are the candidates to step up? Mike starts off with a recap of the thrilling U.S. Open finish.

Aaron Rodgers has played less than one quarter for the Jets in his career, but he is not in minicamp. Is it a big deal? Mike Francesa looks at the pitfalls of Rodgers' absence.

Mike Francesa criticizes the Dallas Mavericks for their poor performance versus the Celtics. Luka Dončić’s mistakes and coach Jason Kidd's decisions are costing the team dearly in this Finals series. He also offers thoughts on Jerry West's passing, the US Open, and a summer of Yanks-Orioles drama.

If you missed Mike Francesa's first-ever live appearance on YouTube, don't worry, he'll be back. In the meantime, enjoy this audio replay. You'll hear his takes on Aaron Rodgers' absence from Jets minicamp, Kyrie Irving's Finals disappearing act, Jon Rahm's misery heading into the US Open, the Yankees' hot streak, and answers to your emails.

Mike Francesa recaps Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Although the Mavs kept it closer in Game 2, they must reduce turnovers and step up again to avoid a dreaded 3-0 Finals hole. Plus, thoughts on the Yankees-Dodgers series and the Mets finding a backbone in London.

Mike Francesa previews the NBA Finals and analyzes key factors that will dictate the series. There are mismatches that both the Celtics and Mavs could exploit as player health allows. He also touches on the upcoming weekend of racing at Saratoga and recaps a day of fishing with his son. 

Mike Francesa talks with UConn basketball coach Danny Hurley on the back-to-back National Championships, the whirlwind aftermath and what it would take for him to coach in the NBA.

Aaron Judge and Juan Soto are making magic in the Bronx. Mike Francesa discusses their epic start which has the makings of something legendary. Mike also looks back at the Rangers-Panthers series and takes an early look at the NBA Finals.

There is no longer room for error for the Rangers in their series against Florida. Mike Francesa looks at game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals. Also, Judge and Soto are battling for the MVP award as June approaches, and what is going on with the NBA finals scheduling?

The Rangers-Panthers series is all tied up, but Mike Francesa says New York easily could've made it 3-1 last night. Mike dives into the Mets' mess and says that the things being said about this team are ludicrous. Plus, email reactions on emails on the Knicks and Hal Steinbrenner.

Mike Francesa reflects on the career of Bill Walton, the larger-than-life NBA legend who passed away at the age of 71. Mike also touches on the Rangers Game 3 win & Memorial Day baseball.

Mike Francesa discusses Memorial Day Weekend sports action, including Rangers v Panthers Game 2 and the NBA Playoffs. But this holiday weekend is really about MLB. He offers his analysis on the Yankees' solid play and the ugliness that has enveloped the Mets' season so far.

The Rangers are four wins away from a Stanley Cup Finals berth, but the road goes through Miami. Joe Micheletti joins Mike Francesa to preview Rangers-Panthers and look at what kind of road support the Rangers will get in Florida.

In a special all-email episode, Mike Francesa responds to your messages. You'll hear his thoughts on the messy Mets, Pete Alonso, and Edwin Diaz, as well as Yankees insights and thoughts on Gerrit Cole. Plus, how will the Knicks move forward now that their magical season is over?