The Mets Pod

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Aug 9, 2021 • 32min

Are the Mets free falling, or can they turn things around?

Doug Williams and Andy Martino drop an all-new episode of the Shea Anything podcast presented by Verizon, as the New York Mets are dropping in the NL East standings. Doug and Andy look at what’s gone wrong, including the ongoing issues with the offense. They also discuss Mets owner Steve Cohen’s potential reactions to the struggles of the season, Pete Alonso’s recent positive comments, and the ways manager Luis Rojas is trying to steer the team through these rough waters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Aug 6, 2021 • 30min

Mets losing grip on NL East lead; How can Michael Conforto fix his swing?

Doug Williams and Keith Hernandez drop an all-new episode of the Shea Anything podcast presented by Verizon, the guys discuss how the Mets' offense has been chasing pitches which has led to inconsistent hitting as their NL East lead slips away. Keith break down what he's seen from Michael Conforto's swing and approach at the plate and how he could possibly fix it. Lastly, Doug and Keith discuss the job Luis Rojas has done navigating this up and down season and how his even-keeled emotions are the best thing for the team during this tough stretch. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Aug 2, 2021 • 43min

Terry Collins stops by the show for Mets memory lane

Andy Martino welcomes special guest Terry Collins to the Shea Anything podcast presented by Verizon, as the former New York Mets manager stops by the show to share stories from his years in the organization. TC recalls his time as minor league field coordinator working with some of the prospects that would later play for him with the big league club, and then looks back at Matt Harvey’s MLB debut, R.A. Dickey’s memorable run to the Cy Young, the team’s success in 2015, and the mad dash to the Wild Card Game in 2016. Andy and Terry also discuss what it was like working together as “manager and media” during the years Collins skippered the team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 29, 2021 • 35min

Talking Mets trade deadlines past, present, and future

Andy Martino and Jerry Blevins drop an all-new Shea Anything podcast presented by Verizon, as the Mets come up on the MLB Trade Deadline and the stretch run of the season. Jerry shares the story of how he was traded as a prospect in a July deal back in 2007, and also the view from the clubhouse with the Mets when they added talent mid-season in an effort to win. Andy and Jerry also look back at the infamous non-trade of Wilmer Flores in 2015, discuss the level of concern there should be around the health of Jacob deGrom, and face the fact that the Universal DH might be needed to keep pitchers healthy. Jerry also delivers a legendary movie as a Rain Delay Recommendation, but you’ll need a very long rain delay to watch it! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 26, 2021 • 40min

Todd Zeile stops by the show to talk Mets bats and trades

Andy Martino welcomes special guest co-host Todd Zeile to the Shea Anything podcast presented by Verizon, as things are heating up for the Mets with the offense and the MLB Trade Deadline. Todd delivers detailed breakdowns of several Mets hitters, including Jeff McNeil, Michael Conforto, and Dom Smith. Andy and Todd also go deep on rumors and strategies surrounding what the Mets could do ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline, and go back in time to re-visit the beginning of David Wright’s career in 2004. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 22, 2021 • 34min

Keith talks Cincinnati chili, Pittsburgh pitfalls, and the homestand ahead

Doug Williams and Keith Hernandez are back with a new episode of the Shea Anything podcast presented by Verizon, as the Mets get ready for a huge homestand following an up and down trip through Pittsburgh and Cincinnati. Doug and Keith discuss Gary Cohen’s comments about Skyline Chili in Cincinnati, what is was like calling crazy games against Pittsburgh with Gary Thorne, the struggles of Edwin Diaz, and the possible emergence of the Mets offense. The guys also look at what the Mets need to do ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline, and spoiler alert – it’s pitching help! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 19, 2021 • 34min

The Mets roller coaster continues to roll up, down, and sideways

Doug Williams and Andy Martino drop a new episode of the Shea Anything podcast presented by Verizon, following a dramatic weekend for the Mets that featured a big come-from-behind win, and big come-from ahead loss, and more big injury news. The guys react to the latest Jacob deGrom injury problems, the struggles of Edwin Diaz, and a rare emotional outburst from manager Luis Rojas. Doug and Andy also take the temperature of the Mets as the MLB trade deadline approaches, as they look into where things stand with potential additions, and what this team actually needs as the race for the NL East gets tighter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 15, 2021 • 47min

Mets fan, Cobra Kai and Harold & Kumar co-creator Jon Hurwitz stops by the show

Doug Williams and Jerry Blevins welcome special guest Jon Hurwitz to the Shea Anything podcast presented by Verizon, as the co-creator of Cobra Kai and the Harold & Kumar franchise - and also a huge Mets fan – stops by the show to talk baseball, movies, and more. The guys go behind the scenes of the Harold and Kumar series, and talk about the excitement of the Mets taking Kumar Rocker in the 1st round of the MLB Draft. They also tease Season 4 of Cobra Kai, talk about being a Mets fan in LA, look back at some Mets memories, and look ahead to the second half of the season. Jerry and Jon also deliver a doubleheader of Rain Delay Recommendations, with 2 different movie selections this week! Later, Doug and Jerry discuss the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game exploits of Pete Alonso and Taijuan Walker, and Jerry reveals what he thinks the Mets should do ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 12, 2021 • 37min

The Mets grab Kumar Rocker in the draft, look ahead to 2021 second half

There’s no All-Star Break for the Shea Anything podcast presented by Verizon, as Doug Williams and Andy Martino deliver a jam-packed show with the MLB Draft in full swing and a big second half of the season sitting ahead for the Mets. Joe DeMayo, co-host of SNY’s Mets Prospective, joins the show for a deep dive discussion on Kumar Rocker, the big name pitcher from Vanderbilt whom the Mets selected 10th overall on Sunday night. The guys also talk about Mets prospects Brett Baty, Francisco Alvarez, and the overall state of the team’s farm system. Later, Doug and Andy play GM and look at all the options for the Mets at the trade deadline, as the team makes their second half push for the postseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jul 9, 2021 • 36min

Keith's ready to hand-off the Mets' World Series baton

Doug Williams and Keith Hernandez drop an all-new episode of the Shea Anything podcast presented by Verizon, the guys discuss what kind of trades they want to see the Mets make at the 2021 MLB Trade Deadline and if Pirates All-Star 2B Adam Frazier could help the team. Keith tells Doug he is ready to hand-off the Mets' World Series baton to a younger generation of Mets champions and thinks this year's squad can do it. Doug and Keith also share their opinions of Francisco Lindor choosing to bunt in certain situations and how they'd prefer their star shortstop's hitting approach to be. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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