The Mets Pod

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo check in with the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the guys check in on the Mets search for a new manager and GM. After sorting through all the latest offseason updates and discussing what lies ahead for the Mets, Connor and Joe then look back to their season preview episode, and have a good laugh at some of their 2023 predictions that didn’t quite pan out as planned. Then they dish out an offseason wishlist, dropping a ton of names and ideas to fill out the Mets roster and fill the team’s needs. Finally, the show wraps with the Mailbag, featuring a very interesting question from a newly-minted Mets fan. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show01:35 The search for a new GM, is Kim Ng a candidate?06:10 The manager search continues, is it Craig Counsell or bust?12:15 Looking back to The Mets Pod 2023 Season Predictions…woof!21:30 Introducing the Mets Offseason Wishlist25:20 Names for the starting rotation28:00 Trade targets and other pitching targets31:25 Yoshinobu Yamamoto36:00 DH Options36:55 OF Options39:35 Mailbag – A new baseball fan chooses the Mets, what are the top 3 things to know about the team? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Offseason drama waits for no one, as Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, with the guys discussing the shocking resignation of GM Billy Eppler and what’s next for the organization under new president of baseball operations David Stearns. Connor and Joe go deep on the MLB investigation into Eppler, the possible use of the “phantom injured list,” what other fallout may come, and possible penalties that may result. Then they look ahead to the next steps for Stearns, including the search for a new manager, filling out the front office, building a stable organization moving forward, and moves to make the Mets better for 2024. Later, the guys talk about the type of manager needed for the current team, and the news that Pete Alonso hired Scott Boras as his new agent heading into his final season before free agency. The show then wraps by unwrapping the Mailbag with questions about offseason additions, Juan Soto trade scenarios, and the MLB postseason format. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show01:00 The Mets Pod will be at the Queens Baseball Convention!02:50 Billy Eppler resignation06:30 MLB Investigation and the “phantom IL”12:05 David Stearns next steps and possible names for a new GM15:45 The manager search and Craig Counsell24:05 What do the Mets need in a manager?26:20 Pete Alonso signs with Scott Boras, now what?33:00 Mailbag – What are your Top 3 offseason moves?39:25 Mailbag – Juan Soto, try to trade for or wait to try to sign?44:05 Mailbag – Does the MLB Postseason format need to change? 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 looking at a new era for the New York Mets on an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the guys react to the departure of Buck Showalter and the arrival of David Stearns. Connor and Joe discuss the reasons why the organization moved on from Buck as manager, and go through the potential candidates for the next dugout boss in Queens. Then they break down all the quotes that came out of the news conference officially introducing David Stearns as the new Mets president of baseball operations, and examine next steps for Stearns as he begins to put his stamp on the team and starts to set a path for the entire organization moving forward. Later, the show breaks open the Mailbag to answer questions about the future of the Mets' lineup and if it's too early to start trading prospects for big league pieces. Finally the show ends with the end of The Scoreboard, as a champion is crowned after Connor and Joe’s season-long gambling game reaches the victory line for one of them! Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.0:00 Welcome to the show1:10 Buck Showalter Firing Reaction4:07 First Two Years of Cohen vs Now9:03 David Sterns Introduction - What does it look like now that he's here?14:27 Pete Alonso's Future23:05 Billy Eppler's future under Stearns26:46 Potential Manager: Craig Counsell30:30 The Scoreboard Final Recap33:23 The Mailbag: When will the Mets trade their upper league minor league guys? Who will they target?38:29 The Mailbag: How will the lineup look different last year?43:17 Mets Future DH: Shohei Ohtani? 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 guys look at the last week of the Mets season, look into the future for Buck Showalter, and look to reward their listeners. Leading off, Dan Abrams from Athlete Logos stops by the show to talk Mets, Kodai Senga wearing his “ghost fork” hat, and something special for the listeners of the pod. Later, Connor and Joe preview the final games of the season, debate whether or not they want Buck Showalter to manage the Mets moving forward, and check in on the Double-A Binghamton Rumble Ponies in the Eastern League Championship Series. Finally, the show wraps with the Mailbag, featuring questions about Yoshinobu Yamamoto and the development of prospects throughout the Mets organization. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show01:05 Dan Abrams from Athlete Logos joins the show02:15 Kodai Senga and the Ghost Fork hat03:55 Shea Stadium neon at Citi Field?06:40 The offseason ahead07:20 Athlete Logos/The Mets Pod Shea Stadium neon logo T-shirt giveaway announcement09:20 The week that was09:50 The MLB Draft tank is on?12:55 The future for Buck Showalter23:05 Down on the Farm: Binghamton Rumble Ponies in the playoffs, talking a big Bingo trio27:10 The Scoreboard: Last week’s recap29:20 The Scoreboard: The next and last bets36:10 Mailbag – Predicting the contract for Yoshinobu Yamamoto39:40 Mailbag – Mets development of prospects 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 guys do a deep dive on new Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns and preview the playoffs for the prospect-stocked Double-A Mets affiliate. First up, Connor and Joe welcome Will Sammon of The Athletic to the show to talk all about Stearns, as Sammon covered the Mets future POBO when he covered the Brewers, and now will cover him again in New York. The guys cover Stearns’ history in Milwaukee and exactly what he will bring to the Mets. Later, Jacob Wilkins, the play-by-play voice of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies, stops by to talk about Luisangel Acuna, Drew Gilbert, Kevin Parada, Jett Williams, Blade Tidwell, and more of the Rumble Ponies as they get ready to play on in the Eastern League Playoffs. The show then winds down with the mailbag to answer a question about potential free agent targets for the 2024 Mets starting rotation. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show01:30 Will Sammon joins the show02:25 What David Stearns did well in Milwaukee05:15 Stearns the person, how he operates09:20 Stearns coming to New York with conviction12:25 Why fans should be excited about the new Mets POBO15:40 How do Stearns and Billy Eppler fit?18:50 The future for Buck Showalter?21:10 Down on the Farm: Binghamton broadcaster Jacob Wilkins joins the show22:00 The spark of Jett Williams23:30 The speed of Luisangel Acuna26:00 The influx of prospects during the season29:05 The pitching staff of the Rumble Ponies32:10 Other Bingo names to know34:35 The impressive Drew Gilbert36:55 The Scoreboard: Last week’s recap38:15 The Scoreboard: The next bets42:35 Mailbag – Free agent starting pitching targets for 2024 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 live at Citi Field with the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the guys pay another visit to the Cadillac Club in right field to meet up with Mets fans. Connor and Joe start things off with reaction to the news that David Stearns will soon be named President of Baseball Operations for the Mets, and discuss what it means for the short and long-term future of the organization. The guys then go deep on Pete Alonso, Ronny Mauricio, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and other offseason possibilities. The show then goes down on the farm for updates on prospects Ryan Clifford, Drew Gilbert, Luisangel Acuna, Blade Tidwell, and Jett Williams, and finally opens the mailbag wide for questions about what Stearns will do with the scouting department, potential trades, and Mets of the past. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show01:00 Hello to new POBO, David Stearns08:00 Offseason strategy for Stearns08:50 Pete Alonso future12:15 Looking back at the offseason13:05 Ronny Mauricio so far in the majors17:10 Yoshinobu Yamamoto21:20 Down on the Farm: Ryan Clifford23:40 Down on the Farm: Drew Gilbert24:20 Down on the Farm: Luisangel Acuna24:50 Down on the Farm: Blade Tidwell25:25 Down on the Farm: Jett Williams28:00 Trade Brett Baty or Mark Vientos?30:05 The Scoreboard: Last week’s recap31:45 The Scoreboard: All Jett Williams edition for next week!34:30 Mailbag – David Stearns and the Mets scouting department35:35 Mailbag – David Stearns and baseball operations impact36:45 Mailbag – Jazz Chisholm/Zac Gallen trade blueprint38:55 Mailbag – Prospect Joander Suarez story40:30 Mailbag – Which great Mets player season of the past would you want to watch?42:50 Mailbag – How can the Mets add power? 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 Ronny Mauricio has dropped in on the Mets with flair as September statements must be made for the future of the organization. Connor and Joe examine the big league beginnings for Mauricio, a power surge for Pete Alonso, whether or not DJ Stewart has a Mets future, the return of Brett Baty, and the continued success of Kodai Senga. Later, the guys go down on the farm for a status check on prospects Drew Gilbert, Luisangel Acuna, Ryan Clifford, and Jett Williams. Finally, the show dives into the Mailbag to answer questions about a potential 2023 return for Edwin Diaz, how a 2024 rotation would fill out if the Mets sign Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and what current pieces of the bullpen could have a role next season. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show01:30 Ronny Mauricio making noise06:20 Pete Alonso power surge09:40 What to make of DJ Stewart17:00 Brett Baty back in the big leagues20:00 Kodai Senga success25:10 Down on the Farm: Drew Gilbert and Luisangel Acuna27:10 Down on the Farm: Ryan Clifford and Jett Williams31:05 The Scoreboard: Last week’s recap32:20 The Scoreboard: Making next week’s bets36:35 Mailbag – Edwin Diaz 2023 return?41:30 Mailbag – Yoshinobu Yamamoto and a 6-man rotation?46:35 Mailbag – Which current Mets relievers are part of the 2024 bullpen? 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 big league Mets have struggled and the farm keeps on raking. Connor and Joe look at the improvements by David Peterson and Tylor Megill and break down Pete Alonso's future with the team. Later, the show takes a look at the minor league Mets including Ronny Mauricio, Drew Gilbert, Luisangel Acuna, Ryan Clifford, Jett Williams, and the recently promoted Kevin Parada. Connor takes the lead on Joe on the scoreboard and provide new predictions for the upcoming week of baseball. The guys finish with a mailbag question about the future of the Mets pitching staff and whether a team will pick up veteran Carlos Carrasco on waivers. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:0:00 Welcome To The Show1:53 The Week That Was8:41 Pete Alonso's Future21:26 Down On The Farm: Ronny Mauricio23:57 Down On The Farm: Kevin Parada, Luisangel Acuna, Drew Gilbert26:13 Down On The Farm: Jett Williams29:59 The Scoreboard35:48 The Mailbag: A Trade For Shane Bieber?41:18 Carlos Carrasco on Waivers 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 big league Mets are playing well and the minor league prospects continue to roll. Connor and Joe look at the better baseball that the Mets are playing, and examine what the team needs to do to hang around the wild card race to make September interesting. The guys talk about hot streaks for Pete Alonso, Francisco Lindor, and Jeff McNeil, contributions from call ups like DJ Stewart, and what the pitching can do to hold it all together. Later, the show goes down on the farm to check in on the week that was for Ronny Mauricio, Brett Baty, Drew Gilbert, Luisangel Acuna, Ryan Clifford, and Jett Williams. Connor and Joe also discuss the organization’s new pitching lab down in Port St. Lucie, and open the Mailbag to answer questions about the Mets recent additions to the major league roster, a future position for Luisangel Acuna, the story behind prospect Jeremy Rodriguez, and the chances of Triple-A starter Mike Vasil seeing the big leagues this season. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show01:35 The week that was, playoff chances?!?!09:20 Carlos Carrasco vs Joey Lucchesi12:50 The Mets Pitching Lab18:20 Down on the Farm: Ronny Mauricio and Brett Baty20:50 Down on the Farm: Drew Gilbert and Luisangel Acuna23:20 Down on the Farm: Ryan Clifford and Jett Williams27:00 The Scoreboard: Last week’s recap28:30 The Scoreboard: Making next week’s bets33:10 Mailbag – Which call up can help in 2024?34:55 Mailbag – What’s the eventual position for Luisangel Acuna?36:05 Mailbag – What can you tell us about prospect Jeremy Rodriguez?39:05 Mailbag – Will Mike Vasil get called up in 2023?42:55 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 welcome Mets top prospect Jett Williams to the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac. Connor and Joe talk to the former first round pick and current Brooklyn Cyclone about his draft story, his relationship with fellow 2022 first-rounder and current teammate Kevin Parada, his style of play, and how his season is going along with his adjustment to playing in Brooklyn. Later in the show, the guys discuss the week that was for the big league team, next steps for Brett Baty, and rooting for a higher draft pick versus wanting to see the Mets play better and win games down the stretch of 2023. Connor and Joe then wrap the show with the Mailbag, and answer the question “which of the newly-acquired Mets prospects will reach the major leagues first?” Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show01:20 Jett Williams joins the show 01:25 Jett’s MLB Draft story02:50 Relationship with Kevin Parada03:30 Transition to Brooklyn04:15 How playing in Brooklyn is unique05:15 Drawing walks, getting on base06:25 Funny story about Jacoby Ellsbury07:40 Assessing his 2023 season08:45 Jett Williams self-scouting report10:00 The speed game12:00 Connor and Joe look at the last week for the Mets21:20 Brett Baty moving forward28:45 Would you rather a high draft pick or wins?32:00 The Scoreboard: Last week's recap32:55 The Scoreboard: Making next week’s bets36:50 Mailbag – Which newly-acquired prospect gets to the big leagues first? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.