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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo deliver an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets delivered some wins and good vibes as they get back on their feet after a rough start to the season. Connor and Joe recap a good week that was that featured exciting offense, solid pitching, and a renewed energy from the Mets. The guys also discuss impressive early leadership from rookie skipper Carlos Mendoza, the standing ovations at Citi Field for Francisco Lindor, the emergence of Jose Butto, and the quality work by the bullpen. Later, the show goes Down on the Farm for a look at Brooklyn Cyclones pitcher and slugger Nolan McLean, the two-way Mets prospect who is already living up to The Mets Pod-created moniker “Cowboy Ohtani.” Then, Connor and Joe talk about their high-scoring Scoreboard predictions before opening the Mailbag to answer questions about Christian Scott’s innings plan for 2024, the future for Mark Vientos, the makeup of the starting rotation if everyone gets healthy, 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 show01:20 The week that was, winning is fun!02:25 DJ Stewart is hot, and will not stand for Mets Pod slander!04:15 Standing up for Francisco Lindor06:35 The Mets energy is back, Carlos Mendoza leads the way09:30 As the rotation turns…to Jose Butto12:55 The bullpen is solid16:25 Down on the Farm: Nolan McLean (aka Cowboy Ohtani)20:45 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week22:20 The Scoreboard: Next week’s bets26:45 Mailbag – Do Christian Scott and other pitching prospects have inning plans? 27:45 Mailbag – Thoughts on prospect Alex Ramirez in 2024?30:00 Mailbag – What should the Mets do with Mark Vientos?32:50 Mailbag – Who is in the rotation if everyone is healthy?34:35 Mailbag – Pitching to Francisco Alvarez vs Omar Narvaez Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets are back and the 2024 season is back on! Connor and Joe recap a better week that was with some wins, drama, and improving play. The guys comb through the starting rotation, break down the lineup including the production levels from Francisco Lindor, Brandon Nimmo, Brett Baty, and more, plus deliver an examination of the “options” in the bullpen and the pitcher injuries spreading through MLB. Later, Connor and Joe take a trip Down on the Farm to discuss Brooklyn Cyclones pitcher Calvin Ziegler, do another round of Scoreboard predictions, and bust open the Mailbag to answer questions about Francisco Lindor batting exclusively right-handed and the sneak preview of the Mets City Connect Jerseys. 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 show01:45 Joe is back from Wrestlemania, the Mets are back from the brink02:30 The pitching is holding up for the most part09:40 The offense, a lot of unlikely ups and downs19:05 Mets pitching injuries20:15 MLB pitching injuries, and the overall future for pitchers25:55 Down on the Farm: Calvin Ziegler28:35 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week30:35 The Scoreboard: Next week’s bets37:10 Mailbag – Should Francisco Lindor only hit right-handed?40:00 Mailbag – Thoughts on Mets City Connect Jersey sneak peak…purple?! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets drop a few games to start the season. Connor and Joe look at the very few ups and the many downs across the first batch of games for the Mets, including the initial turn through the starting rotation, the struggles of the offense, and the deficiencies on defense. Later, the guys go Down on the Farm for an early report on Mark Vientos, Drew Gilbert, Luisangel Acuna, and the Triple-A Syracuse Mets, launch another edition of The Scoreboard so Connor and Joe can compete all season long with weekly predictions, and dump out the Mailbag for questions answered about the Mets’ early losses, Jett Williams, and other trade and prospect chatter. 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 show01:15 Season start is less than ideal!05:00 The starting rotation, struggles minus Manaea10:25 The offense, the sticks are in the mud19:55 Rhys Hoskins drama27:20 Down on the Farm: Vientos, Gilbert, Acuna and Syracuse so far30:20 The Scoreboard returns, it’s Connor vs Joe again30:55 The Scoreboard: Making next week’s bets35:05 Mailbag – Mets misery questions36:35 Mailbag – Jett Williams39:20 Mailbag – Trade and prospect chatter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop a jam-packed 2024 season preview episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as special guest Daniel Murphy stops by the show! The guys chat with the 2015 NLCS MVP about how this year’s team compares to the surprising Mets squad that went to the World Series in ’15, what he thinks J.D. Martinez will bring to the ballclub, his thoughts on the younger players on the team, what he saw in new manager Carlos Mendoza during spring training, what it was like working in the SNY broadcast booth, and so much more. Later, Connor and Joe take the temperature of the starting rotation, bullpen, lineup, and defense of the Mets heading into the regular season, and then drop their 2024 season predictions that will prove to be right on or way off, but always fun! Finally, the show dives deep into the Mailbag to take on questions about the organization’s farm system, the workload ahead for Francisco Alvarez, the Mets’ playoff chances, and some very early trade deadline speculation. 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 Hello to Daniel Murphy!01:25 Adjusting from the field to the broadcast booth02:15 Murphy self-scouts his TV performance03:40 Mets 2024 clubhouse vibe, thoughts on Carlos Mendoza, J.D. Martinez06:15 Comparing the 2015 team to the current group08:35 When things really turned in 201510:25 J.D. Martinez impact on the clubhouse13:20 Hitting with protection and purpose15:30 Under the radar Mets16:30 Following the team and Murphy’s 2024 expectations20:30 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: Starting Rotation22:10 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: Bullpen23:20 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: The Lineup25:40 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: Defense27:05 The Mets Pod 2024 Season Predictions!45:35 Mailbag – Is the Mets farm system ”stacked”47:10 Mailbag – Francisco Alvarez workload49:40 Mailbag – Mets, Jets, or Cowboys?51:35 Mailbag – Early Trade Deadline questions! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are fired up to fire up an emergency episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets have agreed to a deal with J.D. Martinez! Connor and Joe react to the news and break down what happens next, as the Mets add a star slugger to their lineup, bolster their chances to make the postseason in 2024, and shake things up as far as potential playing time for Mark Vientos and Brett Baty. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop in with an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as Mets prospects show their stuff and major league spring training heads to the finish line. Connor and Joe lead off the show with big picture thoughts from Port St. Lucie, then react to Steve Cohen’s comments to the media about Pete Alonso’s future along with other Mets topics. Then, the guys examine the competition for the final spot in the starting rotation, the final battle for bullpen slots, and the spring outcomes so far for Mark Vientos, Brett Baty, DJ Stewart and Ji Man Choi. Later, the guys completely break down the Spring Breakout Game, including Joe’s performance during the broadcast, as well as performances on the field by Mets prospects Nolan McLean, Brandon Sproat, Dom Hamel, and more. Finally, the show wraps up by unloading the Mailbag, with questions answered about Francisco Alvarez’ place in the batting order, J.D. Martinez, and the future of free agency for the Mets. 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!01:40 Big picture thoughts from spring training04:20 Steve Cohen speaks about Pete Alonso and all things Mets06:40 Who you got for the 5th starter spot?10:40 Bullpen battles14:15 Brett Baty and Mark Vientos18:25 DJ Stewart and Ji Man Choi22:55 Spring Breakout Game and Broadcast Joe!25:10 Which Mets prospects stood out on the field?26:45 Nolan McLean AKA Cowboy Ohtani30:15 Mailbag – Francisco Alvarez and batting order debates33:30 Mailbag – J.D. Martinez37:00 Mailbag – The future of Mets and free agency Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo return with an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as Mets star closer Edwin Diaz returns to the field, and the starting rotation continues to round into form. First up, Connor and Joe sound the trumpets and talk about the successful spring debut of Edwin Diaz, and what it really means to the team overall to have him back in the bullpen. Then, the guys go through the performance of the starting rotation so far in spring games, the competition for reliever roles, progress for Brett Baty and Mark Vientos, plus a preview of the Spring Breakout Game, which will feature some of the biggest Mets prospects and an appearance by Joe in the SNY broadcast! Finally, the show dives deep into the Mailbag for questions answered about overlooked prospects becoming stars, what to do with Trayce Thompson, and whether or not there will ever be a Mets “hitting lab.” Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, and watch the Spring Breakout Game on Friday 3/15 at 3pm ET on SNY!Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show!01:45 Edwin Diaz and the trumpets are back!06:45 As the starting rotation turns…12:55 Bullpen roles and the future for Nate Lavender17:45 Brett Baty and Mark Vientos22:35 Brandon Nimmo batting order chatter27:00 The Spring Breakout Game – Mets prospects + Joe on SNY!30:50 Mailbag – unknown prospects becoming superstars?34:55 Mailbag – a spot for Trayce Thompson?38:00 Mailbag – Is there/will there ever be a Mets “hitting lab?” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back from Port St. Lucie for the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as they welcome Mets pitching prospect Mike Vasil and Mets Director of Player Development Andrew Christie to the show, and also cover all the latest news out spring training. First up, Connor and Joe talk to Vasil about his development, being close to the big leagues, and adjustments he’s making on the way to the majors. Later, Andrew Christie discusses the organization’s methods and goals for developing players, the high character of the prospects acquired at the 2023 trade deadline, and some names to know of future players coming up through the system. Finally, the guys chat about spring training hot topics such as the health of Jeff McNeil, the state of the starting rotation, and the performances of Brett Baty and Mark Vientos so far, then wrap the show with a Mailbag question about a new idea for where Brandon Nimmo should hit in the batting order. 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 Putting a bow on The Mets Pod visiting Mets spring training03:35 Mets pitching prospect Mike Vasil joins the show04:00 Focus on 2024 possibilities04:35 Being one-step away from the big leagues05:20 Relationship with Christian Scott and Dom Hamel06:30 Adjustments through the different levels08:40 Major changes made from college to pro ball10:15 Talking about the pitching lab12:10 The “Robot Umps” in Triple-A14:20 Breaking down Mike Vasil’s past, present, and future16:20 Talking Christian Scott18:10 Mets Director of Player Development Andrew Christie joins the show18:25 Changes in the organization over the years in player development19:20 Balancing organizational philosophy with individual player goals20:40 What makes Jett Williams stand out?21:40 Under the radar prospects to keep an eye on now25:10 The prospects acquired at the 2023 MLB Trade Deadline27:15 Big picture player development goals for 202430:00 Major changes for Sean Manaea31:35 Big prospects in big league camp33:00 The health of Jeff McNeil34:10 Luis Severino and the starters so far35:40 Brett Baty and Mark Vientos37:00 Mailbag – Where to bat Brandon Nimmo?42:00 Lucas Giolito and pitching health risk45:50 Closing Thoughts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo travel to Mets spring training for the latest (and live) episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the games begin in Port St. Lucie and the show comes at you from Clover Park. Connor and Joe cover all the spring training storylines including Kodai Senga, Pete Alonso, position battles, the bullpen and so much more. The guys also talk Mike Vasil, Luisangel Acuna, and other Mets prospects, plus take live questions from the crowd outside the stadium and the viewers on social media. 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 in Port St. Lucie!00:45 Early thoughts on visiting Mets spring training02:40 Edwin Diaz returns, building a better bullpen07:50 Francisco Alvarez becoming a leader08:40 Kodai Senga injury, starting rotation possibilities11:25 Which Mets pitching prospect makes the big leagues first?14:05 An active offseason next offseason?18:00 The future for Pete Alonso21:05 Down on the Farm: Mike Vasil and others22:25 Down on the Farm: Talking to Mets Player of Development Andrew Christie23:40 Predicting who makes up the 2024 bullpen26:30 Ranking Mets as a free agent destination28:10 Opening Day roster sleeper picks30:35 Brett Baty mechanical issues32:25 Jeff McNeil future34:10 The debut and road ahead for Luisangel Acuna35:25 Jett Williams development37:00 Predicting the Mets 2024 lineup Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets continue to make moves to fill out their roster. Connor and Joe break down the signings of Ji-man Choi and Luke Voit while also reacting to Brandon Woodruff going back to the Brewers. Later, the two evaluate the rest of the free agent market, analyze Brett Baty's offseason improvements, and discuss how important a Francisco Alvarez extension is for the future of the ballclub. The show then wraps up with a dive into the Mailbag to answer questions of comparing Mets players to Citi Field food and if New York can win 10-15 more games this season. Don’t forget that The Mets Pod will travel to spring training for a live episode right outside the main entrance at Clover Park in Port St. Lucie on Saturday February 24th at noon eastern, right before the first spring training game for the Mets! If you’re there, stop by to say hello! Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:0:00 Welcome to the show3:10 Welcome to New York: Ji-man Choi and Luke Voit8:44 Brandon Woodruff to the Brewers Reaction12:13 Jordan Montgomery as a rotation piece?18:45 Brett Baty's offseason adjustments via The Athletic21:32 Francisco Alvarez extension rumors addressed26:00 Mailbag: If you were to compare new Mets to Citi Field food, who is what?28:12 Mailbag: Pick a Met from each decade to fill out a slow pitch softball team roster36:43 Will the Mets win 10-15 more games than last season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.