The Mets Pod

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are still checking on Pete Alonso, and checking the checklist for the remainder of the offseason. Connor and Joe talk about the Mets and Alonso potentially coming together on a three-year deal, then turn the page on Roki Sasaki while looking ahead to the signing of high-ranking international prospect Elian Pena. Later, the guys look at adding to the bullpen, adding one more hitter, and answer Mailbag questions about re-adding Nate Lavender one day, plus looking at trades for more starting pitching. 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!01:50 Why are we still waiting for Pete Alonso?07:30 What’s the middle point between the Mets and Pete?14:30 Mailbag: Why five years isn’t in the cards for Alonso19:45 Goodbye Roki Sasaki, hello Elian Pena26:55 Filling out the bullpen31:30 Finding one more bat34:20 You play GM!Here’s two scenarios, choose!40:40 Down on the Farm Mailbag: Nate Lavender return?42:40 Mailbag: Questions about contract values50:25 Mailbag: Prospects for more starting pitching? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are waiting to stop waiting for Pete Alonso and looking at bullpen opportunities for the Mets.  Connor and Joe try to sort out where things will go with Pete and his free agency, while also exploring high end options to add to the Mets relief crew, including the possibility of Tanner Scott. Later, the guys explain the rules regarding signing Roki Sasaki, go Down on the Farm to discuss 2025 expectations for power-hitting prospect Ryan Clifford, and answer Mailbag questions about potential trades and the idea of resurrecting Noah Syndergaard. 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!00:50 Vote for The Mets Pod for Best Baseball Podcast!04:05 What’s the deal with Pete Alonso?17:00 Mailbag: A proposal for Pete Alonso21:15 Building a bullpen, Tanner Scott?26:35 Mailbag: Roki Sasaki questions30:55 Down on the Farm Mailbag: Ryan Clifford34:45 Mailbag – Will David Stearns make a trade?38:10 Mailbag – How about a tryout for Noah Syndergaard42:40 Closing Thoughts  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are ringing in 2025 by checking in on where things stand for the Mets as the ball falls on 2024. First up, the guys go long on the latest news and non-news surrounding Pete Alonso, deliver an update on the pursuit of Japanese star pitcher Roki Sasaki, and go Down on the Farm to discuss the Mets prospects best positioned to make an impact on the big league team this season.  Later, Connor and Joe reveal their New Year’s Resolutions for themselves and the Mets, and answer Mailbag questions about Pablo Lopez, a 6-man starting rotation, offensive options beyond Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman, and more. 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!00:50 Vote for The Mets Pod for Best Baseball Podcast!01:45 What’s going on with Pete Alonso?14:50 The latest update on Roki Sasaki21:35 Down on the Farm: Prospects who can impact 202530:10 The Mets Pod New Year’s Resolutions36:45 Mailbag – Make a move for Pablo Lopez?39:55 Mailbag – Roster ramifications of a 6-man rotation40:55 Mailbag – Bats beyond Alonso and Bregman?43:40 Mailbag – Thoughts on criticism of the Juan Soto signing? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On an emergency episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, the Mets are running it back with Sean Manaea, so Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are running back from their vacation to talk about the deal and what comes next! The guys react to and break down the 3-year, $75 million deal with the popular left-handed hurler, and examine any more possible moves that might come for the starting rotation.  Connor and Joe then shift to the next obvious question, are we heading towards a reunion for the Mets and Pete Alonso? 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!00:45 The Mets are running it back with Sean Manaea05:10 Is the starting rotation set?08:50 Pete Alonso and the moving market at 1B15:35 Vote for The Mets Pod for Best Baseball Podcast!16:25 Is Jose Iglesias coming back? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo recap the Juan Soto introductory news conference and preview the rest of the offseason. First up, the guys look back at Soto’s first day in Queens and what it means for the Mets franchise moving forward, then they discuss all kinds of hot stove scenarios featuring different combinations of Pete Alonso, Sean Manaea, Christian Walker, Luis Castillo, Alex Bregman, Walker Buehler, and more.  Later, the show goes Down on the Farm to field a Mailbag question about starting the service time clock on prospects, and then moves to the main Mailbag to hit questions about the future for Drew Gilbert, plus options for the hot corner if Pete Alonso leaves and Mark Vientos shifts to first base. 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!01:40 Vote for The Mets Pod for Best Baseball Podcast!02:20 Hello to Juan Soto11:10 Hot Stove Scenarios: Manaea/Alonso vs Walker/Castillo vs Bregman/Buehler20:05 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Starting service time?22:50 Mailbag – Drew Gilbert future26:25 Mailbag – Hot Corner options32:05 Mailbag – Stearns thoughts on Soto Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On a live episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are talking on Day 3 of the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings about the official announcement of the Juan Soto signing and everything that will come next for the Mets. SNY Mets Reporter Steve Gelbs joins the show from the meetings in Dallas to deliver insight on the Juan Soto deal, plus thoughts on starting pitching targets, where things stand with Pete Alonso, the chemistry in the Mets clubhouse, and the role that ownership has played in recruiting players to the organization. Later, Connor and Joe go Down on the Farm to examine the level of prospects needed to make a deal for a pitcher like Garrett Crochet, react to comments about the Mets’ spending strategy from agent Scott Boras, and answer live Mailbag questions about Wilmer Flores, bullpen options, the Rule 5 Draft, and free agent ideas for DH in 2025. 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, welcome to SNY’S Steve Gelbs from the Winter Meetings01:00 More thoughts on Juan Soto choosing the Mets03:05 How many more starters do the Mets need?05:35 Where do things stand with Pete Alonso?09:15 Balancing baseball business with clubhouse chemistry12:15 Alex and Steve Cohen helping recruiting15:00 Why weren’t the winter meetings busier?17:10 Goodbye to Steve, more follow up on Pete Alonso20:05 Down on the Farm: Prospects needed for Garrett Crochet24:40 Vote for The Mets Pod for a Sports Podcast Award!25:25 Scott Boras speaks about the Mets and money28:15 Mailbag – Bring back Wilmer Flores?30:15 Mailbag – High leverage bullpen arms33:40 Mailbag – Rule 5 Draft, losing Mike Vasil and Nate Lavender36:45 Mailbag – DH free agent options?40:45 Juan Soto introductory news conference Thursday 12/12 on SNY!41:50 Closing Thoughts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On a live episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are talking on Day 2 of the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings about Juan Soto and pitching targets for the New York Mets.  Will Sammon, who covers the Mets and MLB for The Athletic joins the show from the meetings in Dallas to deliver some behind the scenes stories of reporting on the Soto deal, and updates on the latest noise surrounding Garrett Crochet, Roki Sasaki, Sean Manaea, and other moves the Mets might still make.  Later, Connor and Joe look at the market set by Max Fried’s deal with the Yankees, break down comments from David Stearns about Roki Sasaki, and dive deep into the live Mailbag to answer questions about Pete Alonso, Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Trevor Williams, Brett Baty, and more! 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, welcome to The Athletic’s Will Sammon from the Winter Meetings01:00 More about Juan Soto03:00 Garrett Crochet trade?05:00 Is Roki Sasaki realistic?07:15 Sean Manaea and other pitching targets10:05 Bullpen options12:30 Down on the Farm: new minor league ownership14:35 Kodai Senga and a six-man rotation17:00 Goodbye to Will19:10 Vote for The Mets Pod for a Sports Podcast Award!20:45 Max Fried and the new pitching market28:10 David Stearns speaks about Roki Sasaki33:30 Mailbag – Pete Alonso and protecting Juan Soto38:55 Mailbag – Push for Vlad if Pete leaves?40:55 Mailbag – Francisco Lindor still leading off?44:05 Mailbag – Thoughts on a Trevor Williams return?45:15 Mailbag – Are the Yankees “drunken sailors”?46:10 Mailbag – What to do with Brett Baty in 2025?  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On a live episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are talking on Day 1 of the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings about Juan Soto and what’s next for the Mets.  SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino joins the show from the meetings in Dallas to recap the whole Soto story, and reveal where things stand with Pete Alonso and the Mets pursuit of more pitching as they build their team for 2025 and beyond.  Later, Connor and Joe react to comments from Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns, go Down on the Farm to check on Luisangel Acuna, and answer live questions from viewers about Nathan Eovaldi, Roki Sasaki, Jordan Montgomery, and more! 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, welcome SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino from the Winter Meetings01:25 Recapping the Mets successful chase for Juan Soto04:10 The Mets family atmosphere is attractive05:45 Juan Soto’s comfort level with the Mets07:05 Now what for the Mets and Pete Alonso?09:00 Targets for the starting rotation11:15 Building a bullpen13:00 Roles for Starling Marte and Jeff McNeil14:30 The return of Jose Iglesias?15:35 Overall MLB activity at the Winter Meetings16:35 Goodbye to Andy17:15 More on free agent pitching and Sean Manaea23:30 David Stearns speaks27:40 Mailbag – Mets interested in Nathan Eovaldi?31:25 Mailbag – Recruiting Roki Sasaki34:50 Mailbag - LH DH options?41:35 Mailbag – Thoughts on Jordan Montgomery45:20 Down on the Farm: Luisangel Acuna48:45 Closing Thoughts  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On a live emergency version of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo react to the news that superstar free agent Juan Soto has decided to sign with the New York Mets on a 15-year, $765 million deal.Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show!00:35 The Mets are signing Juan Soto!!14:20 Now turning to Pete Alonso and what else?23:40 Mailbag: Walker Buehler?30:50 Talking Clay Holmes36:05 Mailbag: What’s the role for Starling Marte now? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo keep their eyes peeled for Juan Soto, break down Frankie Montas, and look ahead to the MLB Winter Meetings. Connor and Joe drop the latest news, notes, and nuggets that are floating around the chase to sign Soto, and try to guess when the race will end.  Then the guys discuss the Mets’ signing of starter Frankie Montas, David Stearns’ overall strategy of adding pitching, and the rumors swirling around other pitchers such as Clay Holmes and Mike Soroka. Later, the show goes Down on the Farm to talk about the up and down run for prospect Alex Ramirez, and then opens the Mailbag to field questions about the future for Jeff McNeil and how to potentially protect Juan Soto in a future Mets 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!03:00 The Mets Pod will be active during the MLB Winter Meetings04:35 When will we get news about Juan Soto?06:15 Here’s the latest on Soto that we know and don’t know16:20 Breaking down Frankie Montas31:35 Pitching rumors: Clay Holmes and Mike Soroka38:55 Down on the Farm: Alex Ramirez41:25 Mailbag: The future for Jeff McNeil46:55 Mailbag: How can the Mets potentially protect Juan Soto in their lineup?51:05 Closing Thoughts, waiting for the craziness to come Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.