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On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo keep talking Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, and also dive into a new Mets Top 30 Prospect List!First up, the guys look at the deal that Josh Naylor signed in Seattle to stay with the Mariners, and discuss whether or not that contract truly affects the free agent market for Alonso.Then, Connor and Joe react to comments from closer Edwin Diaz about the odds for his Mets return being “50/50.” Later, the guys get into Joe’s all-new Top 30 Mets Prospects List, and open the Mailbag to take on questions about Ketel Marte, Alex Bregman, Tatsuya Imai, Nate Lavender, and the potential of David Stearns hiring a GM. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts and read Joe DeMayo’s Top 30 Mets Prospects List at www.sny.tv! Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 03:20 Josh Naylor signs in Seattle, what it means for Pete Alonso 11:15 Edwin Diaz says odds are 50/50 he returns to the Mets 18:20 Down on the Farm: Joe’s all-new Top 30 Mets Prospects List! 21:00 Big rise: A.J. Ewing 24:20 Big fall: Boston Baro 27:10 Name to know: Zach Thornton 28:05 Name to know: R.J. Gordon 29:55 Mailbag: Trade for Ketel Marte? 35:30 Mailbag: Sign Alex Bregman? 37:50 Mailbag: Thoughts on Tatsuya Imai? 41:15 Mailbag: Does Nate Lavender have a shot at OD bullpen role? 43:45 Mailbag: Will David Stearns ever hire a GM? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo react to all the offseason noise coming out of the GM Meetings in Las Vegas. Connor and Joe react to quotes from Mets president of baseball ops David Stearns about Carson Benge having a chance to make the team, the possible returns of Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz, the future for Kodai Senga, and the search for a “Number One” starting pitcher. The guys go Down on the Farm to decode what Stearns said about Jett Williams, and also answer Mailbag questions about Shota Imanaga, Dustin May, Alek Manoah, and Trent Grisham. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 00:50 It’s GM Meetings week, which is something 03:35 Reacting to David Stearns on Carson Benge 08:20 Reacting to David Stearns on Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz 17:35 Reacting to David Stearns on Kodai Senga 23:30 Reacting to David Stearns on finding Number 1 starter 26:55 Down on the Farm presented by Binghamton University 27:10 Reacting to David Stearns on Jett Williams 30:00 Mailbag: Thoughts on Shota Imanaga? 32:25 Mailbag: Reclamation projects: Dustin May or Alek Manoah? 38:50 Mailbag: Trent Grisham a fit for CF for 2026? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome the official beginning of the offseason, as the 2026 Mets begin to take shape. First up, the guys recap the World Series and look for lessons to learn from the Dodgers success, then discuss the free agencies of Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz, the return of A.J. Minter, as well as the prospect of Justin Willard as the team’s new pitching coach. Then, Connor and Joe do a deep dive into several free agent options for the Mets in the position player group. The show then goes Down on the Farm for a report on pitcher Jonathan Santucci, and answers Mailbag questions about the bullpen, the Dodgers being a threat to sign Diaz, trading for Vinnie Pasquantino, pursuing Alex Bregman and Josh Naylor, and which Mets player should enter the tournament to be John Cena’s final opponent in WWE. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 01:05 A crazy good World Series, lessons learned 09:00 Justin Willard as new pitching coach 11:55 Edwin Diaz and Pete Alonso officially opt out 15:30 A.J Minter opts in, the bullpen moving forward 18:40 Diving into the free agent market for position players (non-1B division) 34:05 Down on the Farm: Jonathan Santucci 36:20 Mailbag: Mets bullpen vs Dodgers/Blue Jays 37:40 Mailbag: Dodgers a threat to sign Diaz? 39:10 Mailbag: Vinnie Pasquantino as a trade option? 42:40 Mailbag: Alex Bregman + Josh Naylor or Pete Alonso? 44:50 Mailbag: Which Mets player should be John Cena’s final opponent? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo talk old and new coaches, plus the Mets forever search for starting pitching. The guys cover the likely departure of first base coach Antoan Richardson, the addition of hitting coach Troy Snitker, and also take a quick look back at the chase and non-addition of Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Connor and Joe then dive into the free agent market for starting pitchers, considering such options as Dylan Cease, Framber Valdez, Ranger Suarez and more. The show then goes Down on the Farm for a report on reliever Dylan Ross, and answers Mailbag questions about Brandon Sproat, first base trade options if needed, targeting Twins hurler Pablo Lopez as a trade possibility, and a new contract for Edwin Diaz. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 01:10 First base coach Antoan Richardson and Mets don’t come to deal 05:50 Troy Snitker hired as new hitting coach 09:40 Looking back at the chase for Yoshinobu Yamamoto 17:00 Diving into the free agent market for starting pitchers 17:40 Dylan Cease 22:00 Framber Valdez 25:25 Ranger Suarez 28:25 Other options 33:25 Down on the Farm presented by Binghamton University: Dylan Ross 36:00 Mailbag: What are the main skills of Brandon Sproat? 38:35 Mailbag: 1B trade options if Pete Alonso leaves 42:30 Mailbag: Pablo Lopez as a trade option? 45:30 Mailbag: How many years is too many years for Edwin Diaz? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo turn their offseason focus towards the Mets starting rotation. The guys start off the show with their thoughts on the reports that Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal could hit the trade market this offseason, and talk about the Mets new bench coach and Director of Major League Hitting. Connor and Joe then take on a “Mailbag Challenge” and negotiate Mets mock trades for Skubal, Paul Skenes, Freddy Peralta, Joe Ryan, and Sandy Alcantara. The show also goes Down on the Farm to check in on Nick Morabito and Chris Suero at the Arizona Fall League, and answers a Mailbag question about the possibility of the Mets pursuing free agent Cody Bellinger. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 00:55 Will Tarik Skubal be available in a trade this offseason? 11:50 The Mets make some coaching calls 15:25 Mailbag Trade Challenge: Connor and Joe play GM 16:00 Make the trade: Tarik Skubal 24:10 Make the trade: Paul Skenes 27:15 Make the trade: Joe Ryan 28:55 Make the trade: Freddy Peralta 32:20 Make the trade: Sandy Alcantara 35:10 Down on the Farm: Nick Morabito and Chris Suero in the Arizona Fall League 38:00 Mailbag – a new idea for The Scoreboard 40:15 Mailbag – Mets and Cody Bellinger a match? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look at the road ahead for Pete Alonso and the Mets offseason. Connor and Joe discuss the money and years necessary for the Mets to bring back both Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz, and they also talk about what the Mets can learn from the playoff exits of the Reds, Phillies, and Dodgers. Later, the guys recap their Mets 2025 preseason predictions (yikes), and dig back into the Mailbag to answer questions about prospects who could make the major leagues in 2026, the future for Brett Baty, the thought of Houston’s Hunter Brown as a possible trade target, and ideas for improving center field. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 01:55 Would the Mets have done better than the Reds against LA, or nah? 03:00 Yankees and Philles are done, and lessons learned for the Mets 09:40 Mailbag: Bring back Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, and the 7-year contract story 18:45 Recapping our 2025 Mets Season Predictions (it gets messy) 31:20 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Prospects making the show in 2026? 34:40 Mailbag – is Brett Baty the everyday 3B? 38:35 Mailbag – Hunter Brown, trade target? 44:00 Mailbag – Ideas to solve CF Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo officially kick off their coverage of the Mets offseason by turning the show over to the fans and opening up a Mega-Mailbag! The guys take on questions about coaching staff changes, free agent targets, trade possibilities, the future of Pete Alonso (again), Edwin Diaz’ opt out options, dealing away prospects, position changes, the Japanese market, and so much more. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show, opening up the Mega-Mailbag 01:45 Coaching changes and ideas to replace the ones who are gone 08:10 Free agent targets 10:50 Edwin Diaz future 11:55 Pete Alonso future 17:35 Freddy Peralta and other pitching trade options 25:05 Should the Mets trade Jonah Tong? 28:00 An urgent Stearns move? 29:05 How does the looming labor situation affect this offseason? 32:40 The future of first base five pack of questions 39:20 The Japanese market 44:40 Christian Scott’s role in 2026? 47:15 What to do at catcher? 48:30 Ranking trade odds 52:45 Down on the Farm: Calvin Ziegler and Matt Allan Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo tie a bow on the 2025 season for the Mets, a season that ended in complete disappointment and failure. Connor and Joe recap all that went wrong that brought the Mets nowhere near their expectations, and sort the blame between president of baseball ops David Stearns, manager Carlos Mendoza, the coaching staff, and the players. The guys also look ahead to what needs to be fixed, plus ideas for how to do it, and react to comments Stearns made during his end-of-season news conference. As always, the show dives into the Mailbag to also give voice to the frustrated fans, who have their own questions about the way the Mets went down. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show 00:50 Say goodbye to the 2025 Mets 02:20 Joe and Connor each get a one-minute rant 06:00 What went wrong 08:55 Carlos Mendoza 10:00 David Stearns, the starting pitching, other problems, what’s next 18:55 Reacting to David Stearns quotes – expectations, run prevention, being proactive, Pete Alonso 36:00 Down on the Farm: Binghamton wins a chip, success in the system overall 37:30 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week, the season, crowning a champion 42:45 Mailbag: Short 2026 leash on Carlos Mendoza? 50:25 Mailbag: Philosophy change on starting pitching acquisition? 56:15 Mailbag: What one thing would you have changed? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo gear up for the final week of the regular season for the Mets, and brace for a tight race to the last Wild Card spot. Connor and Joe recap a week that brought hope with a series win over the Padres, then delivered despair after a bad series loss to the Nationals, and discuss the situation ahead with a week that will either lead to the playoffs or earlier-than-expected offseason conversations. The show also checks in Down on the Farm for prospect postseason heroics, and dips into the Mailbag to answer questions about “piggybacking” pitchers. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show 01:00 The Week That Will Be…it all comes down to this 07:30 Offensive offense 13:50 Jonah Tong was a bright spot 21:15 Down on the Farm: Playoffs? Playoffs! A future core? 29:25 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week 30:50 The Scoreboard: Making the next bets 36:45 Mailbag: What Mets “piggyback” pitchers now and in the future? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look back at a tough week that was for the Mets, and look ahead to the final stretch in the chase for a playoff spot. Connor and Joe feel relief after Pete Alonso’s walk-off home run that snapped a long losing streak, and praise the early big league work by young starters Nolan McLean and Brandon Sproat. The guys also go long on the problems at hand, including the veteran members of the starting staff, Kodai Senga trying to find himself in Syracuse, an inconsistent offense, the readiness of Jonah Tong, and the uneven performance of an overworked bullpen. The show then goes Down on the Farm to check in on the minor league playoffs, and goes into the Mailbag to answer questions about the Mets’ chances to get the third NL Wild Card, and what their starting rotation would look like in the postseason if they got there. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show 02:10 The Week That Was…was NOT GOOD 06:05 Nolan McLean and Brandon Sproat have been awesome 09:05 Was it too early for Jonah Tong? 14:30 Clay Holmes and Sean Manaea will try the piggyback solution 18:25 Kodai Senga working on a Syracuse solution 21:50 Call to the bullpen: Confidence or crisis? 25:05 Down on the Farm: Playoffs? Playoffs! 30:10 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week 31:50 The Scoreboard: Making the next bets 42:30 Revealing The Mets Pod hat giveaway winners! 43:05 Mailbag: What Mets record in last 12 games gets them 95% chance into the dance? 47:00 Mailbag: Ideal Wild Card starting rotation if they get there? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo take stock in the falling stock of the Mets as they struggle down the stretch. The guys check in on a rough road trip, which has seen good pitching from the young starters, but bad hitting and other issues leading to losses. The guys break down the Wild Card race, go Down on the Farm to talk about the minor league affiliates that are already in the playoffs, and answer Mailbag questions about the Mets’ chances in October, targeting Kyle Schwarber in the offseason, and future free agent pitching options from Japan. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show 00:55 The Week That Was…was absolutely awful 05:10 The kids are alright, others aren’t 08:00 We don’t know why this team goes to extremes 10:00 We are now sweating making the playoffs? 16:25 Down on the Farm: Playoffs? Playoffs! 19:05 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week 20:15 The Scoreboard: Making the next bets 29:30 The Mets Pod hat giveaway! 30:15 Mailbag: Will Mets make playoffs, can they do damage if so? 36:30 Mailbag: Targeting Kyle Schwarber in free agency to be DH? 42:25 Mailbag: Kodai Senga issues, and future pitching options in Japan

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo cover another crazy week for the Mets as the September stretch run begins. The guys start with a week of highs and lows, which included exciting performances from young hurlers Nolan McLean and Jonah Tong, and uninspiring performances from older hurlers Sean Manaea and Kodai Senga. Connor and Joe also discuss the red-hot Juan Soto, the idea of calling up pitching prospect Brandon Sproat, and also answer Mailbag questions about the rules surrounding September call ups and the future of second base and center field. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 01:15 The Week That Was…all over the place 03:20 Nolan McLean rocks 05:15 Mailbag: Playoff rotation, young guns in the mix? 07:10 Sean Manaea and Kodai Senga are problems 15:30 Down on the Farm: Brandon Sproat, is it time? 17:20 Juan Soto is on fire 20:35 Francisco Alvarez and others working their way back 25:05 Mark Vientos is also on fire 27:25 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: AJ Ewing and Jacob Reimer 31:15 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week 33:30 The Scoreboard: Making the next bets 42:55 Mailbag: September call up questions 45:55 Mailbag: Jett Williams and Carson Benge on Opening Day in 2026?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac recorded live outside the Rotunda at Citi Field, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome Keith Hernandez to the show to talk 20 years of baseball on SNY and all things Mets! Keith chats with the guys about his favorite years calling Mets games, as well as the performances of Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, Mark Vientos, and the call ups of pitching prospects Jonah Tong and Nolan McLean. Keith also reveals what he really thinks about Gary Cohen, Ron Darling, Steve Gelbs…and the Philadelphia Phillies! Later, Connor and Joe go Down on the Farm to check in on Brandon Sproat, and answer live questions from the crowd outside of Citi Field! Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo stay on the rollercoaster with the Mets - a mix of wins, losses, and a Cowboy riding into town. First up, Connor and Joe cover the big league debut of the Artist formerly known as Cowboy Ohtani, as Nolan McLean dazzled on the Citi Field mound to help the Mets to victory. The guys also review the state of the starters, the shaky relievers, and the offense showing signs of breaking out. The show goes Down on the Farm to see how things are going in the early Triple-A days of top prospects Jonah Tong and Jett Williams, then dives into the Mailbag to answer questions about possible September call ups and more. There’s also a big announcement, The Mets Pod will be live at Citi Field on Tuesday August 26th at 5pm, right by the Home Run Apple near the Rotunda. Stop by and say hello! Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show 01:00 The Mets Pod will be live at Citi Field, 5pm on Tuesday 8/26! 02:25 The Week That Was, down then up 03:50 Nolan McLean makes a big time big league debut 06:30 The state of the starting rotation 10:45 Bullpen bouncing around 15:05o The offense getting hot? 21:20 Down on the Farm: Jonah Tong 23:40 Down on the Farm: Jett Williams 25:50 Mailbag/Down on the Farm: Innings limits on Triple-A pitchers? 28:40 The Scoreboard 39:40 Mailbag – Talking to Mets players 42:00 Mailbag – Who are potential September call ups?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo have the perfect diversion from the struggling Mets - an exclusive interview with Mets legend David Wright! The guys talk to Number Five about stories from his number retirement day, behind the scenes tales from the production of his SNY documentary, the 2015 trade deadline, his thoughts on the current team, his choice of the best Mets uniform ever, and all the details of the Battle of the Badges Game between the NYPD and FDNY that David is hosting at Citi Field on Sunday August 17th. Later, Connor and Joe dive down deep (and low) to talk about the current mess that is the Mets, including the pitching problems, the hitting problems, and all the other problems. The show also goes Down on the Farm to reveal what’s behind the recent success of Brandon Sproat, and opens up a loud Mailbag to let the listeners let it all out as well. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show 00:20 David Wright joins the pod! 01:15 Stories from the number retirement day 03:05 How did David end up with number 5 in the first place? 05:15 David hosts Battle of the Badges, NYPD vs FDNY, at Citi Field 8/17! 07:10 Thoughts on SNY’s documentary, “The Wright Way” 08:45 Behind the scenes with the crew making the show 10:25 Thoughts on the trade deadline, and adding Yoenis Cespedes in 2015 12:00 The modern MLB 14:00 Could David have stolen 40 bases with today’s rules? 15:20 The big answer: what’s the best Mets uniform? 17:10 The meaning of being a captain 17:20 Current Mets are in the rough, what should a captain do? 19:30 Recounting the catch: how the bare hand dive in SD went down 21:00 The Mets Pod Mount Rushmore: David’s 4 favorite Shea Stadium memories 23:55 Goodbye to David Wright 26:00 The Week That Was…just terrible in every way 39:50 Mailbag – Ranking collapses 43:05 Mailbag – What can change to shake things up? 49:10 Mailbag – Questioning the starting pitching strategy of David Stearns? 56:25 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 59:50 Mailbag/Down on the Farm: Brandon Sproat deep dive 01:05:00 Any way to piggyback Brandon Sproat and Nolan McLean?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, SNY Mets play-by-play broadcaster Gary Cohen joins Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo to talk about the results of the trade deadline and the road ahead for the Mets. The crew covers the team’s new additions, plans for the starting rotation, the streakiness of the Mets and their younger players, David Wright, Pete Alonso, plus Gary answers a listener’s question about the idea of Juan Soto as a leadoff hitter. Later, Connor and Joe go Down on the Farm for a Carson Benge deep dive and a check-in on Jett Williams, then score the Scoreboard and open the Mailbag for questions answered about the race for the NL East and the Mets future starting staffs. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show, Gary Cohen joins the pod! 00:35 Thoughts on the trade deadline 02:15 The starting rotation going forward 03:40 The Mets are hot and cold 06:10 Balancing Mauricio/Vientos/Baty playing time 07:55 What makes Carlos Mendoza a successful leader 09:15 Takeaways from David Wright’s number retirement 10:35 What is different about Francisco Alvarez after return? 12:25 Pete Alonso chasing history, free agency again 14:20 Mailbag for Gary: Should the Mets hit Juan Soto in the leadoff spot? 15:20 Goodbye to Gary Cohen 15:30 A rough week, a tight playoff race 21:35 When to call up Brandon Sproat and/or Nolan McLean? 27:50 Mailbag/Down on the Farm: Carson Benge deep dive 30:25 Mailbag/Down on the Farm: With Drew Gilbert gone, does Jett Williams go full CF? 31:55 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 33:40 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets 40:05 Mailbag – Why does Joe mispronounce “platoon?” 42:05 Mailbag – Can the Marlins threaten for the NL East? 46:45 Mailbag – Fitting Mets starters into future rotations

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, recorded live following the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo recap all the moves made by the Mets! The guys break down the deals for Cedric Mullins, Tyler Rogers, Ryan Helsley, and Gregory Soto and discuss the strategy and process followed by Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns. The show then goes into Mailbag-mode to answer questions about the best bullpen in the NL East, the immediate future of pitching prospects Nolan McLean and Brandon Sproat, the starting rotation moving forward, and more. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 02:35 Will Connor get a Tyler Rogers Mets jersey? 04:00 Overall trade deadline reaction 06:35 Cedric Mullins 13:10 Tyler Rogers 18:30 Ryan Helsley 21:55 Gregory Soto 24:00 David Stearns post deadline comments 29:10 Mailbag – Best bullpen in the NL East? 30:55 Mailbag – Who is the long man now? 33:50 Mailbag – Nolan McLean/Brandon Sproat? 36:05 Mailbag – Will the Mets re-sign Tyler Rogers? 38:40 Mailbag – Feelings about the starting rotation? 43:15 Mailbag – Highest floor of prospects traded away? 45:20 Closing Thoughts

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo recap a winning week and stare down the MLB Trade Deadline. First up, Connor and Joe chat about wins out west, the addition of Gregory Soto, the noise surrounding trades, and then go Down on the Farm to discuss Kevin Parada and the loaded Double-A Binghamton roster. Later, the guys feature the trade deadline heavily in this week’s Scoreboard bets, and answer mailbag questions about, yes the trade deadline, but also bad umpires, Juan Soto, and the ghosts of trade deadline past. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 01:45 The Week That Was, wins out west 03:10 The kids are alright, and helping the bottom of the order 07:05 Should the Mets trade from their group of major league youth? 12:55 The addition of Gregory Soto 15:55 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Double-A Binghamton is loaded 20:30 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 23:10 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets, trades included! 37:00 Mailbag – Keeping youth and call ups VS making trades 39:50 Mailbag – Bad umpires and Juan Soto 44:50 Mailbag – The state of the starting rotation 47:10 Mailbag – Favorite deadline move of the past decade

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look back at the week that was coming off of the All-Star break. Leading off, Connor and Joe talk about the Mets offense playing small ball, Francisco Alvarez' return to the big league club, and Brett Baty's contributions to the lineup. Then, the guys discuss the upcoming trade deadline and how president of baseball operations David Stearns plans to approach next Thursday for the Mets. Connor and Joe also share their reaction to David Wright's number retirement and go Down on the Farm to discuss potential position player call ups. They wrap the show with their scoreboard predictions and some Mailbag questions answered about Seth Lugo and potential prospects in centerfield. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 0:54 The Week That Was: Reds and Angels 5:44 The Bottom of the Lineup Comes Through 8:12 Francisco Alvarez returns 10:31 Trade Deadline Chatter 21:08 David Stearns trade deadline approach 25:11 David Wright Day Reaction 27:35 Down on the Farm: Position Player September Call Ups? 31:18 The Scoreboard 41:12 Mailbag: Is Seth Lugo a trade deadline option? 42:58 Mailbag: Any chance the Mets see how prospects handle centerfield before the deadline?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look back at All-Star week and the MLB Draft, while looking ahead to the trade deadline and the second half of the season. Leading off, Connor and Joe talk about Pete and Peterson at the All-Star Game, Jonah Tong and Carson Benge at the Futures Game, David Wright getting his number retired, and what kind of talent the Mets added during this year’s MLB Draft. Then the organization’s first pick, Michigan infielder Mitch Voit, joins the show to talk about his development, his emotions about getting drafted by the Mets, and his career goals moving forward.The guys also go Down on the Farm to discuss the best time to call up pitchers Brandon Sproat and Nolan McLean, and wrap the show with Mailbag questions answered about potential trade ideas as the MLB Trade Deadline approaches. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 02:00 The Week That Was, Kodai Senga and Sean Manaea return 03:25 MLB Trade deadline coming soon! 04:40 Jonah Tong and Carson Benge at the MLB Futures Game 09:00 Mets All-Stars showing out at the ASG 11:55 David Peterson stepping up 14:10 Cheers to the Captain, as David Wright’s number gets retired 16:50 Mets 2025 MLB Draft recap 24:30 Mets first pick Mitch Voit joins the show! 24:40 Voit’s earliest baseball memory 25:05 The path to playing at Michigan 26:00 Favorite team and players growing up 26:45 UCL injury and surgery 27:45 2025 breakout season, giving up pitching 28:35 Playing second base 30:05 The Mitch Voit self-scouting report 31:05 What needs to improve 31:50 Draft day experience 33:45 How would Mitch Voit the hitter do against Mitch Voit the pitcher? 34:25 Goodbye to Mitch 36:05 Down on the Farm: Brandon Sproat and Nolan McLean 40:10 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 41:55 Mailbag – Pitching trades, who to give up? 48:00 Mailbag – Joe’s mock trades