The guys talk about the recent struggles of both New York teams and what they both need to do to come out of this bad stretch. Joe had some frustrations with the play of Anthony Volpe and Austin Wells, and they also discussed the unfortunate events with a fan who had some horrible things to say about Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte's mom who passed away and how it holds no place in the game.

It's official! The guys add a jingle to their introduction, adding a fresh new element to the show. The guys talk about this weekend's series for the Mets and Yankees, some of Michael Kay's words for Mets fans over Juan Soto, and how the trade deadline could look for some teams in the AL and NL.

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!

The Yankees and Mets lose in dramatic fashion, with Devin Williams having another meltdown against Toronto and the Mets blowing a 4-3 lead to Washington in the 9th inning. Even though both teams didn't start off the way they want against their division opponents, Joe and Mike remain optimistic (especially Mike) that both teams can get a win in game 2 of their respective series.

The guys pay homage to Mets fans for backing Soto and highlight how getting behind him means a lot for his confidence. Joe and Mike also break down Mets and Yankees highlights, how the umpires have been struggling with missing calls, Ronald Acuna Jr's comments and this week's new trivia question drops as well for Episode 13.

Mike and Joe talk about the history of Jackie Robinson and his impact on the game and how he impacted the world as well.

In baseball news, they speak about the Yanks and Mets, more Juan Soto drama designed by the media as usual, and other updates around the league as well in this full episode series.