BT and Sal dive into the highly anticipated July 4th Subway Series, acknowledging that while it promises excitement, both the Yankees and Mets are currently struggling, making this clash more about survival than a typical rivalry showdown. They debate the deeper, fundamental issues plaguing each team—from the Yankees' unexplained poor play to the Mets' injury woes and reliance on future returns. While Sal expresses more confidence in the Mets' ability to recover due to their ownership and organizational structure, BT remains skeptical about both teams' playoff chances, emphasizing the need for significant, immediate changes, possibly even a "big trade," to stabilize their respective seasons.