Everything is Clicking for the New York Yankees | FSY Podcast
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The Fireside Yankees podcast celebrates a pivotal three-game sweep of the Kansas City Royals, marking a turning point for the 2026 Yankees season. Hosts Ryan Garcia and Sam Lucchini express renewed confidence in the team, particularly highlighting Ben Rice’s historic offensive surge—homering in all three games and posting a .800 slugging percentage, with a 146 WRC+ since 2025. They argue Rice has become the Yankees’ true offensive engine, dismantling the myth of platoon disadvantages with elite performance against left-handed pitching. The episode also praises Cody Bellinger’s resurgence, Ryan McMahon’s emotional go-ahead home run, and the strong starting pitching from Cam Schlittler, Will Warren, and Ryan Weathers, who all delivered quality outings. Despite concerns about bullpen depth and the looming return of Cole and Rodon, the hosts believe the Yankees are clicking on all cylinders and poised for a strong series against the Red Sox in Fenway. The episode ends on a high note, celebrating the team’s momentum and fan engagement.
Ben Rice is performing at an elite level, with a .800 slugging percentage and 146 WRC+ since 2025, making him the Yankees’ best hitter.
Rice has proven he can dominate left-handed pitching, effectively ending the platoon advantage narrative.
Cody Bellinger has turned his season around with improved plate discipline and a multi-homer game.
Ryan McMahon’s go-ahead home run was a confidence-shifting moment for a struggling player.
Cam Schlittler has emerged as a top-10 starter in MLB, leading the AL in WAR since August 2025.
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Yankees Sweep Royals, Back in First Place
The hosts open the episode celebrating the Yankees’ 3-0 sweep of the Royals in the Bronx, marking a crucial turnaround after a sluggish start to the season. They express renewed optimism about the team's direction.
Ben Rice: The Offensive Engine
“He is the engine for what this Yankee offense is right now and powered them to a three game sweep of the Kansas City rules this weekend.”
Bellinger’s Resurgence and McMahon’s Redemption
“It was an awesome moment. Like we've all, I think everyone who has ever existed can speak to struggling to a degree. That's like suffocating.”
Starting Pitching: Schlittler, Warren, and Weathers Shine
“Cam Schlittler has the highest wins above replacement for any starter in the American league over that time span.”
Bullpen Concerns and Brent Hedrick’s Rise
Despite overall optimism, the hosts express concern about bullpen depth. Brent Hedrick is highlighted as a breakout reliever, a waiver claim from the Twins who has become a high-leverage asset.
“He is the engine for what this Yankee offense is right now and powered them to a three game sweep of the Kansas City rules this weekend.”
“Cam Schlittler has the highest wins above replacement for any starter in the American league over that time span.”
“It was an awesome moment. Like we've all, I think everyone who has ever existed can speak to struggling to a degree. That's like suffocating.”
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Ben Rice
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Cam Schlittler
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Sam Lucchini
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Cody Bellinger
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Boston Red Sox
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Will Warren
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Ryan Garcia
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Kansas City Royals
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Ryan McMahon
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Ryan Weathers
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