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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are full speed into the offseason on the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets officially introduced new manager Carlos Mendoza at Citi Field. Connor and Joe react to all things Mendoza after the team’s new skipper met the media, and they also go long on comments from David Stearns and the relationship between Mendoza and the Mets POBO. Later, the guys dive head first into upcoming offseason business, including filling out the coaching staff, the free agency of Shohei Ohtani, and the Yoshinobu Yamamoto sweepstakes. The show then hits the Mailbag for a question that leads to answers about what goes down with the Rule 5 Draft. 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 show

02:15 The Mets Pod will be at the Queens Baseball Convention on 12/2!

03:00 Mets introduce Carlos Mendoza as manager, TMP reacts

13:05 David Stearns comments, and his relationship with Mendoza

17:15 Jeremy Hefner returns as pitching coach, what’s next with the rest of the staff?

20:50 Does the bench coach need to be a former manager, what about Willie Randolph?

25:05 Rule 5 Draft, non-tenders, and what else happens next for the offseason

27:00 The free agency of Shohei Ohtani

34:40 The Yoshinobu Yamamoto sweepstakes

41:35 Brian Cashman comments on Giancarlo Stanton, response from his agent (also Yamamoto’s agent)

42:25 Mailbag – Explaining the Rule 5 Draft

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo deliver the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets delivered a new manager by hiring Yankees bench coach Carlos Mendoza to skipper the team in Queens. Connor and Joe go long on the new bench boss for the Mets, including what they know, what they’ve heard, and the questions they still have about Mendoza. They also discuss how they see the relationship playing out between the new manager and president of baseball operations David Stearns, and break down the comments Stearns made during his first availability of the GM Meetings. The guys also look ahead to next steps of the offseason, including free agency and roster construction. Finally, the show wraps with the Mailbag, with questions answered about qualifying offers, designated hitter options, and Steve Cohen’s proposal for development in the area surrounding Citi Field. 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 show

01:45 Mets hire Carlos Mendoza as manager

07:30 Trusting David Stearns

11:55 Having patience with Mendoza and the Mets

15:20 Mendoza does have New York experience

18:50 David Stearns retains Carlos Beltran as a special assistant

20:50 David Stearns hires Eduardo Brizuela as a VP/special assistant

23:20 David Stearns speaks at the GM Meetings, talks free agency, hiring a GM, the roster, Kodai Senga

27:35 What’s next steps for the offseason?

32:10 Mailbag – Qualifying offer surprises, DH options

37:30 Mailbag – Steve Cohen makes his pitch for development around Citi Field

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo turn the show over to the listeners, as it’s time for a Mega Mailbag episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac. As the World Series winds down, the offseason will pick up, with the Mets looking to make a lot of moves throughout the fall and winter. Connor and Joe dive deep into the Mailbag to answer questions about Shohei Ohtani, Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, Luisangel Acuna, Drew Gilbert, the staff under David Stearns, improving Citi Field, other offseason acquisitions, bullpen construction, and the best and worst Halloween candy. 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 Mega Mailbag Episode

1:07 Joe reveals his surprise

4:24 Best 2010-Now Mets Lineup

14:39 Mitch Garver, Carlos Santana, or Whit Merrifield for next season?

16:16 Would signing Shohei Ohtani or Juan Soto impact a Pete Alonso extension?

23:23 Chance Luisangel Acuna or Drew Gilbert break camp with the Mets?

27:07 One thing you'd add to Citi Field?

29:44 What qualities did player development and analytics lack in 2023?

34:48 Top and Bottom Halloween Candies?

37:22 How many bullpen spots should go to flyers?

40:42 Ceiling on a Pete Alonso extension?

43:59 Stay away free agent target?

45:33 David Stearns history on prospect trading?

48:14 What do you want to see on Mets City Connect jerseys?

52:31 Fast Forward Three Years: What would make Stearns a success?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome former Mets pitcher Trevor May to the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the guys chat about all things Mets, MLB, and more with the recently-retired reliever. Trevor talks to Connor and Joe about why he retired, all the new content creation opportunities he’s taking on now, stories from his time with the Mets, and his thoughts on David Stearns, Francisco Alvarez, and the organization’s future. Trevor also shares his feelings about the use of analytics in MLB, reliever entrances from the bullpen, the current playoff format, and also ranks his favorite video games of all-time. Connor and Joe then wrap the show with a Mailbag question about evaluating prospects. 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 show

01:05 Trevor May joins the show

01:25 Why he’s retiring now

03:15 What he is going to do next in content creation

10:10 Trevor ranks his Top 5 video games of all-time

13:05 Joining the Mets, perception of the Mets and New York, experience with Mets

18:25 The 2022 season, ups and downs

21:15 Edwin Diaz entrance, other relievers’ entrances

25:25 The view of the future for the Mets

26:45 Thoughts on Francisco Alvarez

29:45  Feelings on the pitch clock

31:10 One rule change in MLB if you could

32:40 The balance between analytics and “old school”

38:15 Word association

42:25 Mailbag – Evaluating prospects

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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 show

01:35 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 Wishlist

25:20 Names for the starting rotation

28:00 Trade targets and other pitching targets

31:25 Yoshinobu Yamamoto

36:00 DH Options

36:55 OF Options

39:35 Mailbag – A new baseball fan chooses the Mets, what are the top 3 things to know about the team?

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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 show

01:00 The Mets Pod will be at the Queens Baseball Convention!

02:50 Billy Eppler resignation

06:30 MLB Investigation and the “phantom IL”

12:05 David Stearns next steps and possible names for a new GM

15:45 The manager search and Craig Counsell

24:05 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?

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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 show

1:10 Buck Showalter Firing Reaction

4:07 First Two Years of Cohen vs Now

9:03 David Sterns Introduction - What does it look like now that he's here?

14:27 Pete Alonso's Future

23:05 Billy Eppler's future under Stearns

26:46 Potential Manager: Craig Counsell

30:30 The Scoreboard Final Recap

33:23 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?

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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 show

01:05 Dan Abrams from Athlete Logos joins the show

02:15 Kodai Senga and the Ghost Fork hat

03:55 Shea Stadium neon at Citi Field?

06:40 The offseason ahead

07:20 Athlete Logos/The Mets Pod Shea Stadium neon logo T-shirt giveaway announcement

09:20 The week that was

09:50 The MLB Draft tank is on?

12:55 The future for Buck Showalter

23:05 Down on the Farm: Binghamton Rumble Ponies in the playoffs, talking a big Bingo trio

27:10 The Scoreboard: Last week’s recap

29:20 The Scoreboard: The next and last bets

36:10 Mailbag – Predicting the contract for Yoshinobu Yamamoto

39:40 Mailbag – Mets development of prospects

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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 show

01:30 Will Sammon joins the show

02:25 What David Stearns did well in Milwaukee

05:15 Stearns the person, how he operates

09:20 Stearns coming to New York with conviction

12:25 Why fans should be excited about the new Mets POBO

15:40 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 show

22:00 The spark of Jett Williams

23:30 The speed of Luisangel Acuna

26:00 The influx of prospects during the season

29:05 The pitching staff of the Rumble Ponies

32:10 Other Bingo names to know

34:35 The impressive Drew Gilbert

36:55 The Scoreboard: Last week’s recap

38:15 The Scoreboard: The next bets

42:35 Mailbag – Free agent starting pitching targets for 2024

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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 show

01:00 Hello to new POBO, David Stearns

08:00 Offseason strategy for Stearns

08:50 Pete Alonso future

12:15 Looking back at the offseason

13:05 Ronny Mauricio so far in the majors

17:10 Yoshinobu Yamamoto

21:20 Down on the Farm: Ryan Clifford

23:40 Down on the Farm: Drew Gilbert

24:20 Down on the Farm: Luisangel Acuna

24:50 Down on the Farm: Blade Tidwell

25:25 Down on the Farm: Jett Williams

28:00 Trade Brett Baty or Mark Vientos?

30:05 The Scoreboard: Last week’s recap

31:45 The Scoreboard: All Jett Williams edition for next week!

34:30 Mailbag – David Stearns and the Mets scouting department

35:35 Mailbag – David Stearns and baseball operations impact

36:45 Mailbag – Jazz Chisholm/Zac Gallen trade blueprint

38:55 Mailbag – Prospect Joander Suarez story

40:30 Mailbag – Which great Mets player season of the past would you want to watch?

42:50 Mailbag – How can the Mets add power?

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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 show

01:30 Ronny Mauricio making noise

06:20 Pete Alonso power surge

09:40 What to make of DJ Stewart

17:00 Brett Baty back in the big leagues

20:00 Kodai Senga success

25:10 Down on the Farm: Drew Gilbert and Luisangel Acuna

27:10 Down on the Farm: Ryan Clifford and Jett Williams

31:05 The Scoreboard: Last week’s recap

32:20 The Scoreboard: Making next week’s bets

36:35 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?

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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 Show

1:53 The Week That Was

8:41 Pete Alonso's Future

21:26 Down On The Farm: Ronny Mauricio

23:57 Down On The Farm: Kevin Parada, Luisangel Acuna, Drew Gilbert

26:13 Down On The Farm: Jett Williams

29:59 The Scoreboard

35:48 The Mailbag: A Trade For Shane Bieber?

41:18 Carlos Carrasco on Waivers

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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 show

01:35 The week that was, playoff chances?!?!

09:20 Carlos Carrasco vs Joey Lucchesi

12:50 The Mets Pitching Lab

18:20 Down on the Farm: Ronny Mauricio and Brett Baty

20:50 Down on the Farm: Drew Gilbert and Luisangel Acuna

23:20 Down on the Farm: Ryan Clifford and Jett Williams

27:00 The Scoreboard: Last week’s recap

28:30 The Scoreboard: Making next week’s bets

33:10 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

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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 show

01:20 Jett Williams joins the show

01:25 Jett’s MLB Draft story

02:50 Relationship with Kevin Parada

03:30 Transition to Brooklyn

04:15 How playing in Brooklyn is unique

05:15 Drawing walks, getting on base

06:25 Funny story about Jacoby Ellsbury

07:40 Assessing his 2023 season

08:45 Jett Williams self-scouting report

10:00 The speed game

12:00 Connor and Joe look at the last week for the Mets

21:20 Brett Baty moving forward

28:45 Would you rather a high draft pick or wins?

32:00 The Scoreboard: Last week's recap

32:55 The Scoreboard: Making next week’s bets

36:50 Mailbag – Which newly-acquired prospect gets to the big leagues first?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, with long looks at Brett Baty being sent down and new Mets prospects rising the ranks. Connor and Joe examine the future for Baty, and how he can bounce back from his struggles at the major league level with some additional time at Triple-A Syracuse. The guys then go down on the farm for deep dives on prospects Luisangel Acuna, Drew Gilbert, Ryan Clifford, and Jett Williams. Later, Connor and Joe list four important things to watch with the big league team for the rest of the 2023 season, and open the Mailbag to answer questions about Mets pitching prospects and Mets getting hit by pitches. 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 show

01:15 The state of the Mets

03:20 Brett Baty sent down

09:40 Opportunity for Mark Vientos

14:45 Down on the Farm: Luisangel Acuna

17:30 Down on the Farm: Drew Gilbert

21:05 Down on the Farm: Ryan Clifford

24:30 Down on the Farm: Jett Williams

28:25 Four reasons to watch the big league team

37:30 The Scoreboard: Making next week’s bets

44:00 Mailbag – The best pitchers in the Mets minors?

47:05 Mailbag – Hit by pitches and lack of response?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo go long on the 2023 MLB Trade Deadline, and recap a major makeover for the New York Mets on the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac. Connor and Joe break down the trades that sent away David Robertson, Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander, Mark Canha, Tommy Pham, and Dominic Leone, plus drop all kinds of information on the many prospects coming back to the Mets in these deals, such as Luisangel Acuna, Drew Gilbert, Ryan Clifford, Marco Vargas, and more. The guys also field Mailbag questions throughout the show about the future of the organization, the plans for the 2024 team and starting rotation, Pete Alonso’s status with the Mets, when Ronny Mauricio will make his major league debut, and the overall ranking of the Mets farm system following all the new additions. 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 show

03:00 MLB Trade Deadline Reaction, the big picture

05:15 Mailbag - Billy Eppler comments, Max Scherzer comments, Shohei Ohtani future

09:25 Max Scherzer Trade/Luisangel Acuna

13:30 Mailbag - Pete Alonso’s future

19:00 Justin Verlander Trade/Drew Gilbert/Ryan Clifford

24:10 Mailbag – 2024 starting rotation

27:30 David Robertson Trade/Marco Vargas/Ronald Hernandez

31:10 Mailbag – When will Ronny Mauricio get called up?

33:45 Mark Canha Trade/Justin Jarvis

36:40 Mailbag – Mets farm system ranking

38:45 Tommy Pham Trade/ Jeremy Rodriguez

42:10 Mailbag – will we see Alvarez/Baty/Vientos/Mauricio together?

43:00 Dominic Leone Trade/Jeremiah Jackson

45:40 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week’s predictions

47:50 Closing Thoughts

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo gear up for the 2023 MLB Trade Deadline on the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets soon have to decide what moves to make leading up to August 1st. Connor and Joe break down all the selling options big and small, as well as the types of prospects they could expect the Mets to get in return. The guys also go down on the farm for updates on prospects Ronny Mauricio and Alex Ramirez, and they also open the Mailbag for questions about second half prospect call ups, signing draft picks, and the state of the farm system compared to a year ago. 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 show

02:40 MLB Trade Deadline Preview

14:30 What kind of prospects can the Mets get if they sell?

16:40 Down on the Farm: Ronny Mauricio

23:20 Down on the Farm: Alex Ramirez

26:30 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week’s predictions

27:45 The Scoreboard: Trade Deadline and Subway Series bets

31:25 Mailbag – If Mets sell, what’s the Mets plan for Ronny Mauricio?

34:15 Mailbag – Signing 2023 draft picks, final thoughts on the class

36:50 Mailbag – How does the farm system compare to one year ago?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo turn the radio up on an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as they welcome Mets WCBS 880 radio voices Keith Raad and Pat McCarthy to the show to talk calling games, working with Howie Rose, and the Mets season that finds itself at a crossroads as the MLB Trade Deadline approaches. The guys also chat with Keith and Pat about their paths to the big league booth, thoughts on Ronny Mauricio, and the overall state of the organization. Later, Connor and Joe break down more types of deals the Mets can make, take a swing at some predictions for this week’s games, and open the Mailbag to answer questions about the struggles of Brett Baty, and whether or not there’s any chance in any way the Mets could trade for Texas Rangers pitching prospect Jack Leiter. 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 show

01:00 Radio Roundtable with Keith Raad and Pat McCarthy

01:35 Moving from the minors to the majors

03:35 Getting the Mets radio jobs

06:15 Working with Howie Rose

10:05 Disappointments and takeaways from the 2023 Mets

13:25 Traveling with the Mets

16:50 Thoughts on Ronny Mauricio

18:20 Mets trade deadline options

24:05 Connor and Joe MLB Trade Deadline deep dive

37:00 The Scoreboard: Making the next bets

45:25 Mailbag – Brett Baty struggles

49:50 Mailbag – Can the Mets trade for prospect Jack Leiter?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo check in during the All-Star break on an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the guys drop a full recap of the Mets picks in the 2023 MLB Draft and a look ahead to the second half of the season. Connor and Joe dive deep into the results of the draft, and share good info on Colin Houck, Brandon Sproat, two-way talent Nolan McLean, and other intriguing later-round Mets selections. Later, the guys look back at the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game, and then look ahead to the rest of the season for the Mets including what things will look like for the organization heading towards the MLB Trade Deadline. Finally, the show wraps by unwrapping the Mailbag to answer more prospect questions about Alex Ramirez, Ronny Mauricio, Mark Vientos, and Kevin Parada. 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 show

01:40 MLB Draft Recap: Colin Houck

07:00 MLB Draft Recap: Brandon Sproat

10:35 MLB Draft Recap: Nolan McLean

14:45 MLB Draft Recap: Other Intriguing Mets Picks

21:35 Home Run Derby and All-Star Game

25:40 State of the Mets, urgency with trade deadline approaching

30:05 Francisco Alvarez success

33:40 Mailbag – Alex Ramirez Cyclones struggles a concern?

35:25 Mailbag – Ronny Maurico/Mark Vientos call ups?

41:30 Mailbag – Will Kevin Parada get to Double-A this season?

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as a crucial July begins for the Mets and the guys talk to MLB.com’s Jim Callis for a 2023 MLB Draft preview. First up, Connor and Joe recap the week that was, with more ups and downs against the Brewers and Giants, more uneven work from the pitching staff, and more comments from Mets owner Steve Cohen. Then, Jim Callis, senior writer from MLB Pipeline, joins the show for an in-depth 2023 MLB Draft Preview which covers the overall prospects in the draft, possible targets for the Mets, and a look back at the 2022 class. Finally, the Mailbag opens up and delivers more questions about the draft and the future of the Mets bullpen. 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 show

01:30 The week that was (Brewers, Giants)

05:40 The state of the pitching staff

08:45 Steve Cohen comments, player development

13:35 Hello to Jim Callis from MLB Pipeline for 2023 MLB Draft Preview   

13:55 How deep is the 2023 MLB Draft?

15:25 Paul Skenes and Dylan Crews from LSU

17:05 The Mets pick drop from 22 to 32

19:05 Mocking Kent State pitcher Joe Whitman to the Mets

22:25 Who will fall this year because of signability?

24:05 Will there ever be draft pick trading?

27:35 Looking back at the Mets draft haul from 2022

30:10 Mailbag – More Mets MLB Draft questions

35:05 Mailbag – Drafting high school starters

40:20 Mailbag – Could Joey Lucchesi or Jose Butto join the big league bullpen?

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