Readers didn’t get what they wanted

Hudson Line visitors spoke out about Mike and the Mad Dog—and they didn’t get what they wanted. Of those polls, 43 percent wanted Chris Russo—who left WFAN for Sirius—to remain at the FAN. Only 21 percent wanted Mike Francesa to stay. Some 31 percent wanted both Mike and Chris to go—and 6 percent said they [...]

Part of my childhood ended yesterday when Dog got out

Yesterday, part of my childhood died.

On a September day in 1989, like may others who fell quickly in love with sports radio, I was tuned into WFAN to listen to the first-ever Mike & The Mad Dog program. I had usually tuned into the Fan at that time slot because I always enjoyed Mike Francesa [...]

Intriguing day on WFAN with Chris Russo out

No doubt, you know by now Mike and the Mad Dog are no more. Today, Mike Francesa had one of the best shows in his career, fielding calls from listeners for most of the 5 1/2 hour show. The opening from Mike was very nice, too. Here it is below. If you haven’t heard it [...]

Mike and the Mad Dog are done

The Mike and the Mad Dog radio program is over.

WFAN radio announced lst night that Christopher “Mad Dog” Russon has been released from his contract at the radio station, which was set to expire in April. As of now, WFAN says Mike Francesa, the other half of the Mike and the Mad Dog Show, [...]

Carton continues to show why he doesn’t belong on WFAN

Craig Carton really has a way with his interviewees. Check out this spot with Mets General Manager Omar Minaya. About half-way through the interview, have a listen to the comment/question Carton asks Minaya about Carlos Delgado. Of course, he’s got some legitimate concerns — but seriously, is it necessary to take it to this level? [...]

Interesting interview with Francesa from ‘07

Here’s a great interview of Mike Francesa from 2007. In it, he hints about his interesting relationship with Chris Russo. If you’re into the Mike and the Mad Dog Saga, this is one you won’t want to miss.

And here’s what I’d say was the beginning of the bad blood between Mike and Dog

Here’s Dog’s response a few days before Mike’s about Neil Best’s story …

A little late on my part … but good nonetheless: Francesa explains situation with show, Dog

Here’s the video from YES (Youtube). Excellent spot out of Mike.

Excellent call to Chris Russo from Bob Mantz

Here’s a great call to Chris Russo from Jersey’s own Bob Mantz. He calls out Russo on being critical of Johan Santana’s under-performing season based on his contract — and then makes a great comparison to Russo’s $1.3 million contract and his ratings. See for yourself.