In this episode of SportsBash, Peter Schwartz dives into a packed New York sports lineup as baseball officially returns and hockey history is about to be made.

Yankees Spring Training Begins
SI.com’s Joe Randazzo joins the show in studio to break down the Yankees reporting to Tampa. Are they truly “running it back” after last season’s playoff disappointment? The conversation covers Aaron Judge’s expectations, Gerrit Cole’s impact, Anthony Volpe’s development, Aaron Boone’s leadership, and what this season really means for the franchise. The looming MLB labor situation and how it could shape roster decisions is also discussed.

Sirens Set for Madison Square Garden History
New York Sirens forward Casey O’Brien joins the show ahead of the first-ever PWHL game at Madison Square Garden on April 4. She shares what it means to play at MSG, the growth of women’s hockey, her transition from Wisconsin star to pro, and the significance of expanding the women’s game in the New York market.

SportsBash Flash
The Knicks respond with a historic bounce-back win, Olympic hockey storylines heat up, and Team USA prepares for Latvia.

The episode also includes:
– SportsBash Media Poll Question of the Day
– What’s Hot at Ticketbash.com
– Coach’s Collectibles Item of the Week
– A tribute to James Van Der Beek and the impact of Varsity Blues on sports culture

Baseball is back. Hockey is growing. And New York sports never slow down.

Listen now on SportsBash.

On this episode of SportsBash, Peter Schwartz reacts to Super Bowl LX and doesn’t hold back. While Seattle walks away with the win, Peter breaks down why the game itself was a tough watch and why not every Super Bowl lives up to the hype.

The conversation then shifts to the halftime show and the debate surrounding Bad Bunny as the headliner. Peter shares his thoughts on the performance, why musical taste shouldn’t be political, and how the NFL may have opened itself up to criticism by going with a single-artist spotlight. He discusses the reactions across social media, the surprise appearances from Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga, and the broader conversation about entertainment, audience expectations, and the league’s global direction.

From football, the show pivots to baseball as spring training officially begins. Mets radio broadcaster Keith Raad joins Peter to talk about what may be the most transformative offseason in franchise history. They discuss David Stearns’ bold roster overhaul, saying goodbye to longtime fan favorites, the additions of Freddy Peralta, Bo Bichette, Devin Williams, and Luke Weaver, and the excitement around young pitching led by Nolan McLean. They also look at Carlos Mendoza entering a pivotal season and what fans can expect in Port St. Lucie.

Later in the show, Indoor Football League defending champion head coach Mike Davis of the Vegas Knighthawks joins Peter to talk about building a new roster after a championship run, the growth of the IFL, and the league’s new national television deal. The conversation also touches on the upcoming IFL Cup at American Dream in New Jersey and what it means for expanding the league’s footprint.

The episode wraps with local sports updates, fantasy baseball chatter, and a look ahead as the sports calendar turns from football to baseball.

On this episode of SportsBash, Peter Schwartz covers a packed sports day with strong opinions and timely conversation.

The show opens with NFL talk and a deep dive into Championship Sunday, followed by an in-depth interview with Phil Simms, former New York Giants quarterback, Super Bowl champion, and longtime NFL on CBS analyst. Phil breaks down the Super Bowl matchup, the impact of coaching across the league, quarterback development, and the latest news surrounding the Giants and Jets.

Later, the show shifts to music and Long Island culture with a conversation featuring David Clark. David discusses his journey as a Billy Joel tribute performer, his favorite songs, and the upcoming Piano Man / Yellow Brick Joel tribute concert alongside Elton John tribute performer Bill Connors.

The episode also includes the SportsBash Flash, New York sports updates, the poll question of the day, and highlights from Ticketbash.com.