Hour 1 - Fernando's Phone, Butt, a Pac Video

In this lively episode of Covino & Rich, the hosts kick off their Friday show with a wild personal story: Rich Davis recounts a bizarre morning spent at a BMW dealership after discovering a giant rat carcass in his car, which had to be partially removed by dismantling the engine. The anecdote sets a tone of absurdity and humor that carries through the discussion of the 2026 NFL Draft, which they describe as fast-paced and efficient thanks to a pitch clock, though lacking in the usual viral moments or 'goofy' stories. They critique social media spoiling the draft before the broadcast, lamenting the loss of suspense. The conversation shifts to the Yankees' potential shift from tradition, with speculation about introducing alternate road jerseys while keeping pinstripes at home. Rich proposes a creative compromise: using blue jerseys for NL road games and gray for AL games. The hosts also reflect on the emotional moments of the draft, such as Fernando Mendoza’s family reaction and the viral Fred Flintstone-style ringtone, and touch on the Mets’ bullpen mix-up in a close game. The episode closes with a playful nod to upcoming events, including Danny G’s promised Fernando Mendoza karaoke and a deep dive into the Yankees’ uniform debate.