The Mets Pod

There’s no shortage of storylines from Mets spring training in Port St. Lucie, and Episode 51 of The Mets Pod covers as many as a pitch clock will allow! Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo talk about Ronny Mauricio and Brett Baty being the talk of camp, and how that talk surrounds the team’s future at third base. The guys also cover how players are getting ready for the World Baseball Classic and the intriguing competition for bullpen spots. Then, Connor and Joe go on the clock to talk about the pitch clock, as they unveil the pod clock, which forces them to face the pressure of answering questions with time limits. Do Connor and Joe make it through the segment without violations? Finally, the show wraps with the Mailbag with questions answered about Francisco Alvarez, catchers dealing with the pitch clock, and the best Mets players, coaches, or broadcasters to take in the car on a road trip. 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 show1:38 Initial spring training thoughts2:34 Ronny Mauricio7:07 Brett Baty8:34 Spring Storylines: Everyone's ready to roll12:08 The Pitch Clock13:31 Initial thoughts league wide on the pitch clock14:55 Max Scherzer's comments on the pitch clock16:30 Buck Showalter strategy with the clock19:23 How long will the pitch clock convo be around?21:43 Mailbag: Why hasn't Francisco Alvarez caught at all?26:40 Mailbag: Pitch clock impact on the catcher?28:16 Mailbag: Three Mets you'd want in the car on a road trip Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mets spring training is in full swing, and Episode 50 of The Mets Pod checks in on everything that’s happening in Port St. Lucie. Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo talk about stories from camp such as Kodai Senga, the health of Starling Marte and Darin Ruf, plus early looks at Justin Verlander, and Carlos Beltran’s return to the organization. The guys also react to owner Steve Cohen’s comments to the media, payroll issues throughout MLB, and Max Scherzer discussing his contract opt out option after the season. Connor and Joe then put the spring spotlight on outfield prospect Alex Ramirez, and examine what he can gain by spending time this year in big league camp. Later, the show opens up the Mailbag, with questions answered about which Mets pitching prospects could make a large leap in 2023, a possible future free agency chase of Manny Machado versus seeing things through with Brett Baty, and the organization’s investments in player development. 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 show1:06 Spring training is in full swing5:41 Edwin Diaz already in the upper 90s7:22 Darin Ruf, Mark Vientos11:37 Steve Cohen speaks16:03 Owners vs Steve Cohen19:53 Max Scherzer and his opt out25:37 Alex Ramirez Highlight29:28 What pitching prospect makes the biggest leap this year?31:51 With Manny Machado on the radar, do you still play Brett Baty more?36:00 Where has the player development investments gone?38:07 Closing thoughts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mets pitchers and catchers and more are in action in Port St. Lucie, as spring training is here and Episode 49 of The Mets Pod is ready for baseball. Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo chat with Jeff Bellone of The Mets Fix newsletter for a deep dive into various statistical projections for the 2023 Mets, how the World Baseball Classic will actually affect the preparation for the season, and the competition for playing time at the hot corner and DH. Later, Connor and Joe share their early thoughts about the early sights and sounds of spring training, then wrap the show by unwrapping the Mailbag and taking on questions about confidence in the bullpen, competition for roles on the pitching staff, the success and style of pitching coach Jeremy Hefner, the state of the offense, and which ace starter gets to start on opening day. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Buck stops here on Episode 48 of The Mets Pod, as Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome Mets manager Buck Showalter to the podcast for a conversation about all things Mets, MLB, and more. Connor and Joe talk to the Mets skipper about his return to the dugout in 2022, the rules changes coming to baseball in 2023, Jeff McNeil’s approach to the shift, how the World Baseball Classic will affect spring training, the Mets moves this offseason, and potential depth options for the starting rotation moving forward. Later, the guys go off the field as Buck shares his thoughts on the Super Bowl, the Mets Super Bowl commercial, Rihanna, his favorite movies, and what he would bring with him if he was stranded on a desert island. Finally, Connor and Joe wrap the show with the Mailbag, answering questions about Carlos Beltran re-joining the organization, prospect Matt Allan’s uncertain future, 2023 bullpen options, and Mets jersey choices. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. 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 extend Episode 47 of The Mets Pod, as Jeff McNeil agrees to a contract extension with the Mets, and eyes now turn towards a potential deal with Pete Alonso. Connor and Joe break down the numbers for McNeil, examine what it would take for Alonso to forgo free agency to sign a new deal now, and take a quick look at the current bullpen market right before spring training. Later, the guys discuss some of the recently released Top 100 Prospect lists, and do deep dives on Kevin Parada, Alex Ramirez, and Brett Baty. Finally, the show goes back to the Mailbag, with questions answered about banners at Citi Field, subtractions to the roster, backup plans for first base, and how many catchers the team may carry with Francisco Alvarez possibly in the mix. 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 show0:40 Jeff McNeil deal reaction5:58 Pete Alonso extension next?11:06 The bullpen market14:22 Mets on the Top 100 Prospects list16:20 Ronny Mauricio & Kevin Parada18:47 Alex Ramirez's future21:35 Brett Baty25:10 Mailbag: Post season appearance celebrations?28:57 Which subtraction from the roster will be most impactful?31:38 Who is the Mets backup first baseman?34:20 Will the Mets quickly trade Nido when Alvarez is ready?39:40 Closing thoughts, Kodai Senga 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 Episode 46 of The Mets Pod, which features a look at the remaining relievers on the free agent market, a chat about spring training storylines surrounding third base and prospects, and a dive into the Carlos Beltran Hall of Fame debate. Later in the show, Connor and Joe open the Mailbag for an extended edition, with questions answered about 2023 expectations for Pete Alonso and Francisco Lindor, how Lindor’s contract compares to other deals signed since, the effect of the Angels not being sold has on the future of Shohei Ohtani, which Mets roster spots are up for grabs during spring training competition, and what to expect from the potential future development of the land around Citi Field. 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 show00:45 What’s left for the Mets? One more move? Britton/Chafin?05:45 Top storyline for Spring Training07:35 Third Base 09:40 Alvarez catching in Spring Training11:30 Has Mark Vientos been written off?15:25 Hall of Fame Nominees – Is Beltran deserving?21:25 Mailbag: Rather have 50 Alonso homers, or Lindor hit .300 and 30+ homers?27:30 Mailbag: Reflecting on Lindor deal, does it fit with current market?33:45 Mailbag: Angels owner not selling the team. Effect on Ohtani?38:50 Mailbag: What position battles are left to be settled in Spring Training?40:30 Mailbag: With Cohen’s new group, potential for development around Citi Field? 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, as Episode 45 sees the addition of Tommy Pham, hears from GM Billy Eppler, and touches on what else may still happen with what’s left of the Mets offseason. Connor and Joe discuss the fit for Pham with the team, remaining bullpen targets like Andrew Chafin, and comments from the Mets GM about Carlos Correa, Eduardo Escobar, Brett Baty, and the team’s offensive strategy. Later, the guys dive into the Mailbag to take on questions about the Mets international signing class, surprise stand-out players for 2023, and whether or not there’s any hope for a Darin Ruf bounce-back with the Mets. 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 0:50 Tommy Pham to the Mets 5:40 What's the next move? 8:40 Billy Eppler on Carlos Correa, future of 3B 17:09 Billy Eppler on improving the lineup25:40 Mailbag: Thoughts on the Mets international signing class?31:05 Mailbag: Who will be the surprise standout this season?35:19 Mailbag: Will Darin Ruf bounce back? 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 deliver your “regularly scheduled emergency episode” of The Mets Pod, with Episode 44 saying goodbye to the Carlos Correa story, as his deal with the Mets doesn’t go down and Correa goes to the Minnesota Twins. Connor and Joe discuss how the resolution of the Correa saga came to be, what the Mets can still do this offseason to improve the team, and future big-name targets for the Mets like Shohei Ohtani and Manny Machado. The guys also discuss the opportunity that now sits in front of Brett Baty, and answer Mailbag questions from listeners about what happened with Correa and what will happen next for the Mets. 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 show1:02 Carlos Correa to the Twins5:42 What the Twins-Correa deal looks like8:44 Favorite Carlos Correa moment of his Mets career11:20 What short term move can the Mets make now?16:26 How will Steve Cohen react to this?18:46 Can the Mets get Manny Machado next offseason? Shohei Ohtani?21:38 Play the young kids?24:17 Did the timeline of the Correa deal impact the reaction of if falling through?28:44 Mailbag: Why did the Dodgers or Red Sox never jump in on Carlos Correa?32:19 Mailbag: Why didn't the Mets match the Twins offer?35:15 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 ring in the new year with an all-new episode of The Mets Pod, as they balance waiting for Carlos Correa news with a close look at some of the big name prospects that Mets fans are waiting for to help the big league club. Connor and Joe discuss all the latest noise around the Correa situation, what other moves the Mets might make this offseason, and then what to expect this season from prospects Kevin Parada, Matt Allan, Jett Williams, Brett Baty, Ronny Mauricio, and Dom Hamel. Later, the guys wrap the show by unwrapping the Mailbag for 2023, with questions answered about Mets jerseys and potential future contracts for Jeff McNeil and Pete Alonso. 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 show1:26 Carlos Correa Update10:16 What could be next?14:12 The Farm System: Kevin Parada18:45 The Farm System: Matt Allan23:27 The Farm System: Jett Williams26:47 The Farm System: Brett Baty30:48 The Farm System: Ronny Mauricio35:20 The Farm System: Dom Hamel38:54 Mailbag: Who's jersey do you want from this year's team?40:38 Mailbag: How does payroll impact Pete Alonso and Jeff McNeil extensions? 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 deliver an emergency extra episode of The Mets Pod, as Episode 42 reacts to Carlos Correa agreeing to a deal with the Mets. The guys tell the tale of Joe waking up in the middle of the night to the news, how Correa fits on the team, and what it means overall for the franchise. Connor and Joe also examine the World Series expectations and pressure on the Mets, before opening the Mailbag to answer questions about additional lineup options, a future pursuit of Shohei Ohtani, spending in MLB, and the potential of Brett Baty playing left field moving forward. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.0:00 Welcome to an emergency episode!0:52 Carlos Correa is a Met?!4:38 Steve Cohen makes a statement8:09 The Mets are on everyone's radar9:35 How does Carlos Correa fit in?13:19 Correa vs lefties16:39 Where do McNeil, Escobar fit in?18:10 How many mega-deals are possible?19:12 Is Santa Todd Zeile the chosen one?19:50 Is what the Mets doing good for baseball?25:02 Why'd they sign Correa? Is Baty not a 3rd base option? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.