Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball Robert & Bichette Are Mets, Carlos Beltrán & Andruw Jones Get to Cooperstown
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Jan 21, 2026 The discussion kicks off with the Mets' bold trades, including the acquisition of Luis Robert Jr. and Bo Bichette's new three-year deal, shifting him to third base. They delve into the Hall of Fame induction of Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones, exploring their careers and off-field controversies. The conversation turns analytical as they critique the evolution of pitch modeling and its declining predictiveness. Finally, they spotlight Geraldo Perdomo's impressive 2025 breakout, detailing the mechanical changes that fueled his success.
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Kids Rediscover Baseball At Bat Bros Event
- Eno described taking his kids to a Bat Bros event where they rediscovered the joy of baseball and throwing off a major-league mound.
- His son Felix loved pitching and they started a throwing program to focus his development.
Luis Robert: High Upside, High Risk
- Luis Robert still shows five-win talent when healthy but injuries explain much of his inconsistency.
- The Mets took a low-risk, high-upside short-term swing by signing him to a one-year deal with an option.
Train Reaction Not Range For Third Base
- Prepare for a learning curve when moving a shortstop to third base because reaction time matters more than range.
- Use spring training and focused drills to speed up first-step and reaction instincts at the hot corner.