Monument Pod: All that and Big G's Bag of Chips

​In this episode of The Monument Pod, Anthony and Dave dive into the bizarre and alarming spring training updates surrounding Giancarlo Stanton. After Big G’s admission that his "tennis elbow" is so severe he can’t even open a bottle or a bag of chips, the guys debate what kind of chips Stanton enjoys. ​The conversation then shifts to the 2026 World Baseball Classic, breaking down the massive pinstriped contingent representing their home countries and what that means for the Yankees' early-season chemistry. Dave makes his case for Ben Rice, diving into the Statcast metrics that suggest the young first baseman is primed for a massive breakout year in the Bronx. ​Finally, we kick off our AL East Team Previews by heading to St. Petersburg. We break down the Tampa Bay Rays’ outlook for 2026, including their busy offseason. To wrap things up, the guys get nostalgic and share which defensive position produces their favorite highlight reels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices