You can hate Arod all you want, but everything Mike said is true. Alex was targeted by baseball to be made the black sheep. It was easy to. Everyone already hated him for the money and being a Yankee. The lengths they went to take him down proves it all.
Targeted how? He was the biggest asshole (love him as a commentator after baseball tho) during that era. He admits that. It puts a target on him. BUT he was NOT picked out of a crowd and singled out. Not even close. Look how many people that went down. It's easy to cherry pick and say he was targeted but thats only because it was a bigger deal being that he was the biggest baseball star in that moment. He was considered the best player of that era. He was also labeled the biggest asshole of that era. Let's stop pretending he wasnt who he was during that time just because he has done a tremendous job reviving his career and how he is looked at. Stop it. Francesa is just kissing ass because they are friends. FOH.
Say what you want about Mike, the guy is a legend. Just look at how Big Cat keeps quiet and listens to what Mike has to say. whether you like him or not the guy is the best to ever do it.
Mike can be a jerk and has a huge ego (which by now has been well earned), but he's always been genuine and real, whether you love him or hate him...... dude doesn't put on an act, and he never panders or tries to be liked by folks..... in some ways he is similar to President Trump...... whether you like or hate their style, you have to respect the genuine nature and the balls they have to do things in the way they do them ....ultimately, in the end, even those who dislike them tend to come over to their side ...and ARod is a brilliant guy, not just as an athlete, but as an intellectual individual...... as a young athlete in school coming up, he wasn't viewed as the best athlete, but rather the best 'student-athlete'..... dude was running circles around everyone athletically while also getting straight As in prep schools academically ...... he is a jock/nerd combo at the highest level .... the guy is gonna be hugely successful in anything he gets involved in
SO many people complaining about Mikes ego. Listen, the guy is not just good at his specialty, hes great. And when youre great at something its hard to appear humble or modest and when you try you lose your edge that provoked the criticism in the first place. So I say eat ‘em all alive Mike! When you’re great just keep being great, period!
Kids now don't realize how big basketball was in NYC in the 90s. Mike is right, Riley was a God in this town. Nothing was better than Jordan, Ewing and Miller in those Eastern Conference championship games.
This is a great interview. Props for fitting Francesa and Arod’s ego into the same room. Kidding aside I always felt Arod was a nice guy who really cared about all his teammates. I felt Jeter was a prima dona who only surrounded himself with certain guys and formed a click. Watch the final out of the 09 WS, all the guys on the field ran to hug Arod not Jeter
Something never felt right with the never ending Jeter worship vs. constant ARod bashing. When I see the narrative that Jeter was such a "team guy" and "all about winning" constantly being pumped out there when ARod was the best shortstop in the sport, easily better than Jeter, and agreed to move to third for the good of the team... my antennas go up. Tells me the Yankees were more interested in making Jeter the icon of the franchise and placating his ego than winning baseball games by the mid-2000s.
32:20 is as much of this self-congratulating windbag I could take. Every time I see A rod all I see is his half-crying face after an ump is calling him out for his pettiness. The only thing I like about Mike is that he shamed the front office of the Giants and convinced all of NY that because Eli beat Brady twice he deserved to stay on the field. Watching him suck the way he has for one more year was gold!
They will, once these voters who hold lifetime grudges either die or get replaced. The HOF is an absolute joke anyway, especially Canton. Football and basketball have it right. They don't give damn about what you did off the field or how you treated the media, nor should they.
Big Cat and A Rod interview Francesca! Big Cat didn’t wear the sports jacket/ blazer hoody combo thank god! Big Cat is the man. His pal Chris Sims just attacked Francesa for making an accurate assessment of the OBJ trade! I’m sure Mike will get his own back on the shirt buttoned up man!
The statement about women head coaches is interesting but not going to happen anytime soon. How many head coaches are former players? I would be surprised if it's not 90%. People don't want to listen to someone talk about a sport they never played
Still can’t believe he won’t accept the fact that the Michael Kay show did beat him multiple times in the ratings, you can find the facts yourself. Mikes ego is to big to accept it lol
I truly enjoy Mike’s daily commentary and his insight. Nevertheless , I’ve lost a lot of respect for him considering his interaction with ARod. Alex blatantly lied to Mike during his Yankee infamous interview and Mike spins his support of ARod because he said he was targeted by MLB, that reasoning is bazaar ...ARod is a thoroughly self serving creep, perhaps Mike likes that .
You're wrong, you never walked an inch in anyone elses shoes other than your narrow-minded ones.. when you grow up and raise a family and get anywhere in life other than your moms house gimme a call
@@TerdFerguson1000 no moke didnt do them the point is Arod did and lied not once but twice and dumbass's like u think it's ok and support him. He fooled all u dumbass ppl who forgave him. Lmao joke
Oh gawd. This was a good show . but the format/guests of the rest of the shows is just pure douchbaggery. You played baseball and were pampered since you were 17. You made 25 million a year for hitting a baseball good. Should have just had a baseball/sports show like this one with Mike.
Mike doesn't get that like so many others I listen because I hate the guy. His ego draws me, it's interesting to listen to an ego maniac. Clearly a product of insecurities. Funny stuff!
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You can hate Arod all you want, but everything Mike said is true. Alex was targeted by baseball to be made the black sheep. It was easy to. Everyone already hated him for the money and being a Yankee. The lengths they went to take him down proves it all.
Targeted how? He was the biggest asshole (love him as a commentator after baseball tho) during that era. He admits that. It puts a target on him. BUT he was NOT picked out of a crowd and singled out. Not even close. Look how many people that went down. It's easy to cherry pick and say he was targeted but thats only because it was a bigger deal being that he was the biggest baseball star in that moment. He was considered the best player of that era. He was also labeled the biggest asshole of that era. Let's stop pretending he wasnt who he was during that time just because he has done a tremendous job reviving his career and how he is looked at. Stop it. Francesa is just kissing ass because they are friends. FOH.
He made MLB look bad. That was his largest crime in the eyes of baseball.
Arod is the goat
Right. Because he didnt look like a typica guy on roids whereas if you go after a guy who looks like it then you look bad because its so obvious
ARod lied so many times to people’s faces.
I love Mikey more than anyone but couldn't even imagine having an ego that size. He makes Arod look humble.
what about having his big fat italian pasta blubber belly
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Fat cat is annoying as hell.
Small ego - little life. Enjoy your crumbs a ugly gf
This is a great interview by Big cat, brought out the best in Francesca
I have watched both Mike and Arod for years, often having my problems with each. This was one of the very best broadcasts I have heard with each.
Kind of refreshing to see Mike admit some of his flaws on here.
Juswan but he defended ARod using roids in 09 but will claim Yankees legacy.
I just watched this insane how quickly Aroid changes back to Mike when they bring his stuff up 😂😂😂😂😂
Mike and the maddog. Was and is. The greatest duo. In the history of sports radio. No debate 💯
This podcast proves that Mike O'Keefe was right about Arod and Francesa giving eachother bro hugs back in the day. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
What a great interview. Very cool 👍🏽
Great interview. I'm a big fan of A-Rod and Francesa.
Awesome interview I could not turn it off.
impeccable hairline
Arod is hitting home runs with these podcasts keep it up
Does A-Rod think he’s being interviewed as well?
Say what you want about Mike, the guy is a legend. Just look at how Big Cat keeps quiet and listens to what Mike has to say. whether you like him or not the guy is the best to ever do it.
Mike was right.....MLB looked the other way to rebuild their sport
Mike can be a jerk and has a huge ego (which by now has been well earned), but he's always been genuine and real, whether you love him or hate him...... dude doesn't put on an act, and he never panders or tries to be liked by folks..... in some ways he is similar to President Trump...... whether you like or hate their style, you have to respect the genuine nature and the balls they have to do things in the way they do them ....ultimately, in the end, even those who dislike them tend to come over to their side ...and ARod is a brilliant guy, not just as an athlete, but as an intellectual individual...... as a young athlete in school coming up, he wasn't viewed as the best athlete, but rather the best 'student-athlete'..... dude was running circles around everyone athletically while also getting straight As in prep schools academically ...... he is a jock/nerd combo at the highest level .... the guy is gonna be hugely successful in anything he gets involved in
Damn, great camera work for a podcast. 👌
SO many people complaining about Mikes ego. Listen, the guy is not just good at his specialty, hes great. And when youre great at something its hard to appear humble or modest and when you try you lose your edge that provoked the criticism in the first place. So I say eat ‘em all alive Mike! When you’re great just keep being great, period!
I like Arod more now than b4 this interview... by a longshot.
simon daughtry all of these Corp episodes are amazing. I love him now
AROD is an extremely intelligent individual.
Kids now don't realize how big basketball was in NYC in the 90s. Mike is right, Riley was a God in this town. Nothing was better than Jordan, Ewing and Miller in those Eastern Conference championship games.
....and the late 90s rivalry with Miami
Whether you like him or not, Mike Francesa is the best in his field.....
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This is a great interview. Props for fitting Francesa and Arod’s ego into the same room. Kidding aside I always felt Arod was a nice guy who really cared about all his teammates. I felt Jeter was a prima dona who only surrounded himself with certain guys and formed a click. Watch the final out of the 09 WS, all the guys on the field ran to hug Arod not Jeter
Because the team was composed of a bunch of free agents like a-rod whereas Jeter stood for the old guard and the Torre ways
Something never felt right with the never ending Jeter worship vs. constant ARod bashing. When I see the narrative that Jeter was such a "team guy" and "all about winning" constantly being pumped out there when ARod was the best shortstop in the sport, easily better than Jeter, and agreed to move to third for the good of the team... my antennas go up. Tells me the Yankees were more interested in making Jeter the icon of the franchise and placating his ego than winning baseball games by the mid-2000s.
Arods table probably costs 10-15 grand.
You're right, if it's Italian marble then you can double that #
seriously my first thought lol
rzarectot7 definitely more. 20-25 atleast
@@paul-egz4264 Plot twist, A-Rod is a negotiator and got it for $3,000 or for free
@@heidi7151 how do you know?
I see the G.O.A.T. Francesa and the legend AROD I click,and watch
Chip7 when you listen to the idiots on the Fan now it’s easy to see Mike was the greatest Eva.
Andres Galarraga is the BIG CAT
Johnny Mize is The Big Cat.
Fez Marie Whatley is The Big Cat
How’s this only have 30k views
Hay Mike. Is A-Rod your secret admire4Life. I'll hang up and listen.
tom blinzig “I mean do you work....unbelievable, nothin better to do, I mean come on” lol
Mike is the best!!! (Just ask him)
Bernie Williams was my favorite all time Yankee.
Great choice
The question that he hates is the "were you sleeping " he's too embarrassed to bring that back up
32:20 is as much of this self-congratulating windbag I could take. Every time I see A rod all I see is his half-crying face after an ump is calling him out for his pettiness. The only thing I like about Mike is that he shamed the front office of the Giants and convinced all of NY that because Eli beat Brady twice he deserved to stay on the field. Watching him suck the way he has for one more year was gold!
You sound like Francesa and a rod DP’ed your wife, holy shit
Mike wasn't about to let his cash get lifted by Big Cat
I've never seen Mikes body. Please stand up Mikey. What a funny looking dude...
Pause?
With Sosa and McGwire it’s “everyone knew they were talk steroids”. When it’s A-Rod it’s “I have no idea if he did steroids, how would I know?”
AROD FOR THE HALL OF FAME!!!!!! LET ALL THE GREAT PLAYERS IN, STEROIDS OR NO STEROIDS!!!!!!!!!
if arod had a female manager he would be dating her Lmfao
They will, once these voters who hold lifetime grudges either die or get replaced. The HOF is an absolute joke anyway, especially Canton. Football and basketball have it right. They don't give damn about what you did off the field or how you treated the media, nor should they.
10:05 ayo
8:54 mike says he didn’t sleep... that’s a lie
its a figure of speech dum dum
Ok Mike convinced me...I need a job with Alex 🤷♂️👍♿️
You need a big ego to carry a 4 hour radio broadcast. If not- you will sound as entertaining as burnt toast.
Should have asked him to try and stay awake when Sweeney is talking from now on
That’s the funniest clip eva
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Big Cat and A Rod interview Francesca! Big Cat didn’t wear the sports jacket/ blazer hoody combo thank god! Big Cat is the man. His pal Chris Sims just attacked Francesa for making an accurate assessment of the OBJ trade! I’m sure Mike will get his own back on the shirt buttoned up man!
Arod is legend
All hail the sports Pope
The statement about women head coaches is interesting but not going to happen anytime soon. How many head coaches are former players? I would be surprised if it's not 90%. People don't want to listen to someone talk about a sport they never played
steerioooodsssss they missed that
Beckham hasn't tawked ta me in two yeaaiiizzzz. I slawtid Beckham!
Still can’t believe he won’t accept the fact that the Michael Kay show did beat him multiple times in the ratings, you can find the facts yourself. Mikes ego is to big to accept it lol
Mantle then Bernie Williams over Ruth or Joe D!? Wtf he’s def insane!
his favorites NOT YOURS!
Mike Zaun really?
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Amazing how Mike was no.1 for so long considering how many times he’s been wrong
Please list the sports analysts and commentators that haven’t gotten things wrong
The reason AROD was “scapegoated” is because he got busted at least 3x and never changed because of the over half billion $ he made by defrauding MLB
Freddy Krueger does a good Mike Francesa
Mike's got great teeth
Brandon Bernardoni fake as fuck
Am I the only one who wished he would’ve said his least favorite callers are the ones that call about Giambi?
Diet Coke really thinks he’s comparable to ARod
Big Cat???...dude, that nickname was taken 3 decades ago
I truly enjoy Mike’s daily commentary and his insight. Nevertheless , I’ve lost a lot of respect for him considering his interaction with ARod.
Alex blatantly lied to Mike during his Yankee infamous interview and Mike spins his support of ARod because he said he was targeted by MLB, that reasoning is bazaar ...ARod is a thoroughly self serving creep, perhaps Mike likes that .
so did mike lie about doing steroids?.. dumbass you just hate arod and prob dnt even care about any of the other 900 ass fucks who did roids
You're wrong, you never walked an inch in anyone elses shoes other than your narrow-minded ones.. when you grow up and raise a family and get anywhere in life other than your moms house gimme a call
Loyalty means something in the buissness on some levels. It's a fine line though.
@@TerdFerguson1000 no moke didnt do them the point is Arod did and lied not once but twice and dumbass's like u think it's ok and support him. He fooled all u dumbass ppl who forgave him. Lmao joke
Oh gawd. This was a good show . but the format/guests of the rest of the shows is just pure douchbaggery. You played baseball and were pampered since you were 17. You made 25 million a year for hitting a baseball good. Should have just had a baseball/sports show like this one with Mike.
Mike doesn't get that like so many others I listen because I hate the guy. His ego draws me, it's interesting to listen to an ego maniac. Clearly a product of insecurities. Funny stuff!
a battle for who's teeth are whiter...and potentially faker
mikes chicken parm diarrhea farts r stinkin up the studio
bull shit king of media!!!! howard stern
ARod is sp messed up he cheated on the most Beautiful woman anyone can dream of having and that's JLO
Legend ? Legend ? LOL
Mike fell asleep ....
Arod was in a roid rage as usual Lol