New York Yankees Official Podcast

We’re on the road this week, reporting live from George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa — once again, the Florida home of the New York Yankees — and chatting with assistant pitching coach Preston Claiborne. Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz and YES Network’s Meredith Marakovits are on location for Yankees Fantasy Camp, but as Claiborne makes clear, preparations are well underway for the real-live Yankees’ quest for the 2026 World Series championship. The coach (and former Yankees pitcher) discusses his experiences climbing the coaching ladder, the lessons from 2025 and the joys of working with an elite squad of pitchers. Then, Jon and Meredith look ahead as the Hot Stove League opens, and finally, Yankees senior museum curator Brian Richards opens up the History Books for a chapter on one particularly interesting Yankees MVP honoree, Spud Chandler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a special one this week, as YES Networks Meredith Marakovits sits down to chat with Doctor K himself, Dwight Gooden. A two-time world champ with the Yankees (and, sure, a winner with that team across town, as well), Gooden’s career highlights were as remarkable as his personal and professional lows were devastating. But the pitcher is an open book, and he details the horrors of addiction and the work he has done to remake his life. Then, Meredith is joined by Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz for a look back at Gooden’s life and career. Finally, we send it over to the New York Yankees Museum Presented by Bank of America, where Brian Richards has a History Books chapter about the 1936 Bronx Bombers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alas, another season ends. This week, Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz and YES Network’s Meredith Marakovits look back on the 2025 season, in particular the 3 games to 1 loss to Toronto in the American League Division Series. They discuss how it all played out, what they heard behind the scenes and the emotions of watching a promising year come to an end short of the goal. Then, they begin the process of looking forward to the 2026 Yankees season. Hope, as always, springs eternal. Finally, Yankees senior museum curator Brian Richards opens the History Books for a chapter about World Series bling. This episode is brought to you by the 2026 Infiniti QX60. Luxury that refuses to follow. This episode is brought to you by Charles Tyrwhitt — style that hits it out of the park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Behind a performance from the ages by rookie Cam Schlittler, the Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox in the AL Wild Card Series, becoming the first team to lose the first game of the three-game series and win the next two. Ahead of the AL Division Series opener in Toronto, YES Network’s Meredith Marakovits and Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz take you into the clubhouse, with audio from the YES Network (and help from producer Blayke Scheer), as well as insight and analysis about everything that went on in the three games (and afterward!). Plus, Meredith and Jon get you ready for what should be a raucous start to the ALDS at Rogers Centre, where the Yankees and Blue Jays start things up on Saturday, Oct. 4. Remember: The New York Yankees Official Podcast goes weekly during the postseason for as long as the Yankees are alive. Don’t miss an episode! This episode is brought to you by the 2026 Infiniti QX60. Luxury that refuses to follow. This episode is brought to you by Charles Tyrwhitt — style that hits it out of the park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Yankees are officially going to the 2025 postseason, and while we wait to find out what the road will look like — and if there will be a Wild Card Series or a bye into the Division Series — what better time to hear from the architect of it all. This week, general manager Brian Cashman drops by to chat with Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz about the ways that he has evolved in his role over nearly three decades, a tenure that would have been truly inconceivable when he took the reins. Then, Jon is joined by YES Network’s Meredith Marakovits for a chat about the clinch, the Champagne and so much more. Finally, Yankees senior museum curator Brian Richards opens the History Books for a chapter on the 1949 Yankees, whose road to the postseason has some echoes in the current moment. Remember: The New York Yankees Official Podcast goes weekly during the postseason for as long as the Yankees are alive. Don’t miss an episode! This episode is brought to you by Charles Tyrwhitt — style that hits it out of the park. This episode is also brought to you by Toyota City in Mamaroneck— where every drive is a home run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before he was 13 years old, Todd Frazier already had a baseball resume that would forever resonate with fans from Toms River, New Jersey, and all parts of the planet. A hero at the Little League World Series, Frazier proceeded to enjoy a decorated MLB career that included two AllStar Game appearances and a stint in pinstripes. Now a youth coach and a YES Network broadcast, Frazier chatted with YES colleague and New York Yankees Official Podcast host Meredith Marakovits about life, memories and his perspective on the 2025 Yankees. Then, Meredith chats with Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz about other players that might thrive behind the microphone. Finally, we send it to the New York Yankees Museum presented by Bank of America, where senior museum curator turns to a remarkable chapter of some pretty creative sign-stealing from Yankees history. This episode is brought to you by Charles Tyrwhitt — style that hits it out of the park. This episode is also brought to you by Toyota City in Mamaroneck— where every drive is a home run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If Bernie Williams walked out of the public eye the minute his baseball career ended, he would have more than earned a break. The guy is in Monument Park for a reason, a cornerstone of four Yankees world championship teams. But as he discusses with YES Network’s Meredith Marakovits for this week’s episode of the New York Yankees Official Podcast, retirement has been anything but a break for the Puerto Rico native. Williams is busy as ever working on his music, and in between showing Meredith how to strum a few chords, he discusses the similarities between pursuing baseball and musical greatness, his upcoming concert at New York’s Carnegie Hall, and the work he does to spread awareness for the disease that took his father’s life nearly 25 years ago. For our second segment, Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz joins Meredith to chat about Bernie and the other beloved Bronx Bombers who returned to the Stadium for Old-Timers’ Day. Finally, Yankees senior museum curator Brian Richards opens the history books to a particularly hilarious chapter, a heist tale mixing some of the greatest Yankees ever with just a hint of espionage. You don’t want to miss this one. This episode is brought to you by Kia City of the Bronx — your ticket to a winning drive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The trade deadline is like a holiday for fans, but for the guys on the move, it can be a bit more challenging. This week, Ryan McMahon — one of the newest imports from this past baseball swap meet — stops by to chat with Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz. The two discuss the ins and outs of life on the go, his excitement about playing in New York, and the genesis of his remarkable glove work. Then, YES Network’s Meredith Marakovits stops by to chat about how she reports on the trade deadline, plus plenty more news around the Yankees. Finally, stick around for History Books, in which senior museum curator Brian Richards tells the story of Celerino Sánchez, a little-known Yankee from a little-remembered time. This episode is brought to you by Kia City of the Bronx — your ticket to a winning drive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gerrit Cole is deep into the recovery process from Tommy John surgery, but he took time to chat with Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz about the struggles — both physical and emotional — that he has experienced during this stage, and also the ways that he still tries to contribute to the 2025 Yankees’ World Series goals. Then, YES Network’s Meredith Marakovits stops by to chat about Cole, the trade deadline and much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every July, the baseball season takes a brief pause to celebrate the titans of the game, while the majority of the players, coaches and staffers around the league enjoy some much-needed time away from the ballpark. But the 2025 MLB All-Star Game was actually a family celebration for the Yankees, as the entire coaching staff, as well as much of the trainers and support staff, got to work on the American League All-Star staff as the defending AL champions. Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz and Yankees chief photographer/senior photography editor Ariele Goldman Hecht were on the ground in Atlanta for the Midsummer Classic, and in this episode, we have selected audio clips from Yankees All-Stars during media day, plus Jon and Arie discuss how they go about covering a massive baseball party that takes so many different forms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every step Will Warren takes is a first. The rookie is learning on the fly, but so far this year, there has been plenty of cause for optimism. In between two hugely momentous starts, he sat down with Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz for a chat about belief, trust and execution — the recipes for development and excellence. Plus, stick around for our second segment, when YES Network’s Meredith Marakovits calls in from north of the border to chat about Canada Day, the All-Star break and much more. Finally, Yankees senior museum curator Brian Richards opens the History Books for a chapter on public address announcers in franchise history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Tim Hill signed on with the Yankees in the middle of 2024, it was logical to have tempered expectations. The guy had just been cut by the White Sox, who were in the midst of a season that would see them set the record for losses in a season. But the left-hander with the quirky delivery became a crucial part of the Yankees’ bullpen, pitching high-leverage innings in the World Series before re-signing with the team in the offseason. He chatted with Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz about the weird journey, the weirder pitching mechanics and plenty of stuff that’s less weird, including a life story filled with struggles that continue to push him to new heights. Then, YES Network’s Meredith Marakovits joins Jon to chat about HOPE Week, the remarkable five-day stretch every year when the Yankees head into the community to change lives and inspire millions of fans. Finally, Brian Richards checks in from the New York Yankees Museum presented by Bank of America, where he opens a chapter of the History Books to talk about a tradition started during a June start by Ron Guidry nearly half a century ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cody Bellinger has accomplished almost everything in the game, but his dad still has one thing on him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine everything that goes into making a pitching staff work. For Matt Blake, it’s more than a full-time job. Now in his sixth season in the Bronx, the respected guru has his Yankees dominating on the mound, and he sat down with Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz to chat about the massive undertaking. Part mad scientist, part psychotherapist, part quantitative genius, Blake takes listeners to school in an exclusive, must-listen conversation. Then, Meredith Marakovits of YES Network stops by to chat about the 2025 Subway Series, Anthony Volpe, J.C. Escarra and much more. Finally, Yankees senior museum curator Brian Richards flips to another chapter in the History Books, breaking down some of the longest home runs in Yankee Stadium history. This week’s episode is presented by Volvo. Start your electric journey right here, right now, with a Volvo XC90. Contact your local Volvo dealer to schedule a test drive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Yankees fans first learned about Jasson Domínguez, it was because their newest international signing was being compared to players such as Mickey Mantle and Mike Trout. While those expectations might be impossible for anyone to meet, Domínguez is developing into a solid big leaguer, even while learning a new position on the fly. The young stud chatted with Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz for this week’s episode, discussing his development, his struggles with injuries and much, much more. Stick around for our second segment, in which YES Network’s Meredith Marakovits joins to chat about the news around the Yankees, and to recap a wild trip to the wrong clubhouse in Tampa. Finally, Yankees senior museum curator Brian Richards opens the History Books, offering a chapter on some of the greatest single months by Yankees players. This week’s episode is presented by Volvo. Start your electric journey right here, right now, with a Volvo XC90. Contact your local Volvo dealer to schedule a test drive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’re going to want to buckle up for this one, as Meredith Marakovits sits down with Yankees reliever Fernando Cruz for a chat that’s funny, inspirational, sad, sweet and so much more. The splitter magician tells a story of faith and perseverance, of the sacrifices that his family made and his belief that his mother traded her life for his big-league shot. Seriously, this is one special conversation. After you catch your breath, stick around as Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz joins Meredith to look back on the first four weeks of the season, and go through the stories from the April issue of the magazine. Finally, we send it to Brian Richards in the New York Yankees Museum presented by Bank of America, where senior museum curator Brian Richards has a story to tell about Earle Combs. This week’s episode is presented by Volvo. Start your electric journey right here, right now, with a Volvo XC90. Contact your local Volvo dealer to schedule a test drive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve got regular season baseball games to talk about, and we couldn’t be happier about it. This week, Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz welcomes Paul Goldschmidt into the podcast studio, as the new first baseman talks about the lessons from his journey through the big leagues, his impressions of Aaron Judge, and the true meaning of a leadoff hitter. Then, Jon is joined by co-host Meredith Marakovits of the YES Network as she braves the frigid temperatures in Detroit to talk about stories from the road through the season’s first two weeks. Finally, we kick it over to the (climate-controlled!) New York Yankees Museum presented by Bank of America, where senior museum curator Brian Richards opens the History Books to tell a story about another remarkable power surge in Yankees history. This week’s episode is presented by Volvo. Start your electric journey right here, right now, with a Volvo XC90. Contact your local Volvo dealer to schedule a test drive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a brand-new season of the New York Yankees Official Podcast, and we have much to discuss! Joining Yankees Magazine deputy editor is new co-host, Meredith Marakovits of the YES Network. But Meredith isn’t the only new face (or at least new voice) that we’re hearing from this week. Jon sits down with Max Fried, who signed with New York this past offseason and is looking to play a key role in leading the team back to the World Series. A champion in Atlanta in 2021, Fried — who started the clincher in the Fall Classic — talks about living the cliché of big-league life, his excitement about pitching in New York, and much more. Join us all season as we take you deep inside the Yankees’ clubhouse! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the second season finale of the New York Yankees Official Podcast, and before we raise the curtain on the 2025 season, we have one more great episode to close out the spring. Yoendrys Gómez might not be a household name yet, but he has been on the Yankees’ prospect list for years, and this past offseason, as he tells Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz, he did something no Yankees big leaguer ever has before. Gómez graduated from the team’s Dominican Academy, walking in the ceremony and receiving his high school diploma; while several of his teammates have done this before, none has while appearing on the 40-man roster. Gómez and Schwartz talk all about the Yankees’ Dominican operation, plus the pitcher’s goals for 2025. Then Yankees Magazine executive editor Nathan Maciborski zooms in to chat about World Series grand slams and some other stories coming in the team’s official 2025 Yearbook. Finally, Yankees senior museum curator opens the History Books for a great lesson on Luis Arroyo. This week’s episode is brought to you by Margaritaville-at-Sea. What’s better than watching spring training in Florida? Extending it into a tropical vacation, of course. Hit your next trip out of the park! Head to MargaritavilleAtSea.com and book your cruise today. The Caribbean is calling, and it’s time to answer! 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

Coming to you live from Tampa, Florida, it’s our first Grapefruit League episode of the 2025 baseball season! This week, Ben Rice stops by to chat with Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz. Of course, they discuss the remarkable three–home run game from last year, but Rice also opens up about the confidence that has allowed him to reach this point, and how he plans to take the next steps. Then, Jon is joined by Yankees senior vice president Tony Bruno and Yankees Magazine editor-in-chief Alfred Santasiere III, as the three discuss the upcoming season for the Yankees, as well as the intrigue ahead at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Finally, Brian Richards opens the History Books for a great chapter on some less-than-memorable no-hitters that Yankees pitchers have thrown. This week’s episode is brought to you by Margaritaville-at-Sea. What’s better than watching spring training in Florida? Extending it into a tropical vacation, of course. Hit your next trip out of the park! Head to MargaritavilleAtSea.com and book your cruise today. The Caribbean is calling, and it’s time to answer! 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