Hour 5: Big Mac: J.J. McCarthy is not the answer for the Giants
Hour 5: Big Mac: J.J. McCarthy is not the answer for the Giants  
Podcast: The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle
Published On: Mon Sep 28 2026
Description: Chris McMonigle analyzes the New York Giants' trade for J.J. McCarthy and its impact on the quarterback room during The Carton Show. They examine Aaron Judge's calf strain and his potential return to the Yankees' lineup for the upcoming Red Sox series. The conversation also shifts to the AL MVP race, debating if a pitcher can truly win the award over a dominant hitter like Yordan Alvarez. (00:01:00) J.J. McCarthy Trade (00:08:23) Aaron Judge Injury (00:12:53) Two-Point Strategy Discussion (00:17:20) AL MVP Debate