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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 Lavender

17:45 Brett Baty and Mark Vientos

22:35 Brandon Nimmo batting order chatter

27:00 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?”

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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 training

03:35 Mets pitching prospect Mike Vasil joins the show

04:00 Focus on 2024 possibilities

04:35 Being one-step away from the big leagues

05:20 Relationship with Christian Scott and Dom Hamel

06:30 Adjustments through the different levels

08:40 Major changes made from college to pro ball

10:15 Talking about the pitching lab

12:10 The “Robot Umps” in Triple-A

14:20 Breaking down Mike Vasil’s past, present, and future

16:20 Talking Christian Scott

18:10 Mets Director of Player Development Andrew Christie joins the show

18:25 Changes in the organization over the years in player development

19:20 Balancing organizational philosophy with individual player goals

20:40 What makes Jett Williams stand out?

21:40 Under the radar prospects to keep an eye on now

25:10 The prospects acquired at the 2023 MLB Trade Deadline

27:15 Big picture player development goals for 2024

30:00 Major changes for Sean Manaea

31:35 Big prospects in big league camp

33:00 The health of Jeff McNeil

34:10 Luis Severino and the starters so far

35:40 Brett Baty and Mark Vientos

37:00 Mailbag – Where to bat Brandon Nimmo?

42:00 Lucas Giolito and pitching health risk

45:50 Closing Thoughts

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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 training

02:40 Edwin Diaz returns, building a better bullpen

07:50 Francisco Alvarez becoming a leader

08:40 Kodai Senga injury, starting rotation possibilities

11:25 Which Mets pitching prospect makes the big leagues first?

14:05 An active offseason next offseason?

18:00 The future for Pete Alonso

21:05 Down on the Farm: Mike Vasil and others

22:25 Down on the Farm: Talking to Mets Player of Development Andrew Christie

23:40 Predicting who makes up the 2024 bullpen

26:30 Ranking Mets as a free agent destination

28:10 Opening Day roster sleeper picks

30:35 Brett Baty mechanical issues

32:25 Jeff McNeil future

34:10 The debut and road ahead for Luisangel Acuna

35:25 Jett Williams development

37:00 Predicting the Mets 2024 lineup

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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 show

3:10 Welcome to New York: Ji-man Choi and Luke Voit

8:44 Brandon Woodruff to the Brewers Reaction

12:13 Jordan Montgomery as a rotation piece?

18:45 Brett Baty's offseason adjustments via The Athletic

21:32 Francisco Alvarez extension rumors addressed

26:00 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 roster

36:43 Will the Mets win 10-15 more games than last season?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as snow falls up north, but Mets pitchers and catchers are under the sun and on the field down south in Port St. Lucie. Connor and Joe talk about the scenes from early spring training, including position players who are already working out alongside the hurlers and the backstops. The guys also react to comments from Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns about the future free agency of Pete Alonso, look at how new manager Carlos Mendoza interacts with the media, and discuss the deal that Jorge Soler signed with San Francisco. Of course, that brings about another Mets designated hitter conversation surrounding J.D. Martinez and Mark Vientos. The show then wraps up with a dive into the Mailbag for questions answered about a role for Joey Lucchesi and what Starling Marte will provide in 2024. 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:

00:00 Welcome to the show

01:00 The Mets Pod is doing a live show at spring training, 2/24 at Clover Park before the first game!

03:10 Early scenes from early spring training

09:05 David Stearns comments on Pete Alonso, and the road to Pete’s future

20:45 Carlos Mendoza meets the media in Port St. Lucie

22:45 The Mets have pushed to build depth

25:30 Jorge Soler signs a 3-year deal, and the Mets DH conversation continues

30:35 Does J.D. Martinez make any sense for the Mets?

33:45 Mailbag – What’s the role for Joey Lucchesi?

37:45 Mailbag – Is Starling Marte an eventual DH?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo deliver the latest episode The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets continue to deliver new relief pitchers to their bullpen while spring training approaches. Connor and Joe break down new additions Jake Diekman and Shintaro Fujinami, take another swing at DH analysis, and reveal what young slugger Mark Vientos needs to do this season to be considered a success. Later, the guys go Down on the Farm for a deeper dive into Joe’s recently-released Top 30 Mets Prospects List, and talk about some interesting storylines they’re excited to follow during spring training. Finally, the show closes by opening the Mailbag to answer questions about other internal DH options, and potential surprise success stories within the 2024 Mets. The Mets Pod also unveils a road trip, as the show will travel to spring training for a live episode at Clover Park in Port St. Lucie on Saturday February 24th at noon eastern, right before the first spring training game 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

01:05 The Mets Pod wins a silver at the Sports Podcast Awards, thank you for voting!

01:50 The Mets Pod is doing a live show at spring training, 2/24 at Clover Park before the first game!

02:45 Jake Diekman and Shintaro Fujinami

06:05 Mets philosophy for building a better bullpen

12:35 Taking a swing at DH again

14:15 What does Mark Vientos need to do to be a success?

20:00 Down on the Farm: Joe’s Top 30 Mets Prospects List is out!

24:50 Under the radar Spring Training storylines

31:15 Mailbag – Vientos the main DH, or a platoon?

33:00 Mailbag – Candidates for surprise successful seasons?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets bring Adam Ottavino back to the bullpen, and the offseason starts to wind down. Connor and Joe look at other relief pitchers the team might still sign in free agency, and start to accept the idea that the Mets are unlikely to use free agency to sign a new DH. The guys go long on the idea of Mark Vientos getting a real long look as the designated hitter in 2024, before going down on the farm to see when offense might come to the Mets from the likes of position prospects Drew Gilbert, Luisangel Acuna, and Jett Williams. Finally, the show opens the Mailbag for questions about bounce-back season candidates, pitchers holding runners, more one-year deals for relievers, and the “quiet” offseason across all of MLB. 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 Adam Ottavino returns

04:40 Will there be more relievers added, a DH added?

08:20 Mark Vientos, here’s your DH shot

14:10 Down on the Farm: Drew Gilbert

15:10 Down on the Farm: Luisangel Acuna

16:05 Down on the Farm: Jett Williams

19:10 How do you feel about the offseason overall?

23:25 Mailbag – Best bets for bounce-back seasons?

25:50 Mailbag – Pitchers holding runners

27:40 Mailbag – Why not more one-year deals for relievers?

30:55 Mailbag – Why such a “quiet” offseason for MLB?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with another episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets look to fill their present bullpen and look to build their future starting rotation. Connor and Joe explore the current free agent market for relief pitchers that can help the team in 2024, including Hector Neris, Adam Ottavino, and others that are still out there to be signed. Later, the guys go down on the farm for a long-term look at the future of the Mets starting rotation by talking about the development of prospects like Blade Tidwell, Tyler Stuart, Dom Hamel, Justin Jarvis, and Calvin Ziegler. Connor and Joe also go down the designated hitter rabbit hole once again, chatting up the DH options in free agency (hello again Jorge Soler, Rhys Hoskins how are you?) and also wonder if the Mets just plan to roll with Mark Vientos instead. Finally, the show jumps into the Mailbag for questions about City Connect jerseys, faith in prospects Christian Scott and Mike Vasil, and which of the present members of the starting rotation will potentially be part of future starting staffs. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

00:00 Welcome to the show

01:00 Vote for The Mets Pod for the Sports Podcast Awards!

01:35 The relief pitching market overall, and who will the Mets sign?

11:20 Down on the Farm: The future starters, names to know

13:05 Blade Tidwell, Tyler Stuart

13:55 Dom Hamel

14:40 Justin Jarvis, Calvin Ziegler

18:10 DH, will they or won’t they?

26:45 What about Rhys Hoskins?

27:50 Mailbag – Ideas for City Connect jerseys

32:30 Mailbag – The 2025 starting rotation

35:55 Mailbag – Will Mark Vientos get a real run this year?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are prospecting on the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as they break down the big Mets names on the big baseball prospect lists, and also look for more offseason additions to the team in the weeks ahead. With Baseball Prospectus and Baseball America releasing new prospect rankings for 2024, Connor and Joe take the time to check in on Jett Williams, Drew Gilbert, Luisangel Acuna, Christian Scott, and other Mets minor leaguers making moves in the eyes of evaluators around the game. The guys talk about the development of the players in the Mets system, and preview where many of them will play in 2024. Later, Connor and Joe chat about the approach of David Stearns to building the Mets now and in the future, and also discuss the recent international signings by the organization. Finally, the show opens a stuffed Mailbag to answer questions about Josh Hader, Brandon Woodruff, Matt Allan, and Starling Marte. 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 Vote for The Mets Pod for the Sports Podcast Awards!

01:20 Why is the free agent market so slow, what’s happening?

07:00 Talking Mets designated hitter options (again)

12:00 The Mets offseason so far

16:00 David Stearns comments and approach this offseason and in the future

22:35 Down on the Farm: International signings (Yovanny Rodriguez, Yensi Rivas, others)

27:50 Down on the Farm: Many Mets on Baseball Prospectus Top 101 and Baseball America Top 100 lists

32:55 Mailbag – Why not Josh Hader?

35:35 Mailbag – International VS Domestic Scouting, International Busts?

38:20 Mailbag – Brandon Woodruff market?

41:00 Mailbag = Matt Allan expectations?

42:45 Mailbag – The outlook for Starling Marte?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo celebrate the 100th episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as they break down the Mets additions of Sean Manaea and Harrison Bader, and look at the MLB market for more potential acquisitions. Connor and Joe go long on what Manaea brings to the Mets starting rotation, how Bader fits in the outfield and lineup, plus what the Mets should do next – like adding a designated hitter such as Jorge Soler, Justin Turner, or J.D. Martinez. Later, the show wraps by unwrapping the Mailbag to answer questions about flipping prospects for pitching and whether or not the Mets should have a 6-man starting rotation. 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 Vote for The Mets Pod for the Sports Podcast Awards!

01:20  It’s the 100th episode of The Mets Pod, so let’s ask some 100-themed questions!

01:40 Will Pete Alonso, Francisco Lindor and Francisco Alverez combine for 100 home runs in 2024?

05:00 Will Edwin Diaz have at least 100 Ks in 2024?

06:05 Will the Mets win 100 games in 2025?

07:30 If Joe said the word “platoon” properly 100 times in a row, would he finally have the vocal muscle memory established to say the word properly moving forward?

08:25 Sean Manaea

17:55 Harrison Bader

25:25 What’s next? The DH market?

29:30 Mailbag – Prospects for pitching?

33:00 Mailbag – 6-man rotation for the Mets?

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