The Mets Pod

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac recorded live outside the Rotunda at Citi Field, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome Keith Hernandez to the show to talk 20 years of baseball on SNY and all things Mets! Keith chats with the guys about his favorite years calling Mets games, as well as the performances of Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, Mark Vientos, and the call ups of pitching prospects Jonah Tong and Nolan McLean. Keith also reveals what he really thinks about Gary Cohen, Ron Darling, Steve Gelbs…and the Philadelphia Phillies! Later, Connor and Joe go Down on the Farm to check in on Brandon Sproat, and answer live questions from the crowd outside of Citi Field! Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo stay on the rollercoaster with the Mets - a mix of wins, losses, and a Cowboy riding into town. First up, Connor and Joe cover the big league debut of the Artist formerly known as Cowboy Ohtani, as Nolan McLean dazzled on the Citi Field mound to help the Mets to victory. The guys also review the state of the starters, the shaky relievers, and the offense showing signs of breaking out. The show goes Down on the Farm to see how things are going in the early Triple-A days of top prospects Jonah Tong and Jett Williams, then dives into the Mailbag to answer questions about possible September call ups and more. There’s also a big announcement, The Mets Pod will be live at Citi Field on Tuesday August 26th at 5pm, right by the Home Run Apple near the Rotunda. Stop by and 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 will be live at Citi Field, 5pm on Tuesday 8/26! 02:25 The Week That Was, down then up 03:50 Nolan McLean makes a big time big league debut 06:30 The state of the starting rotation 10:45 Bullpen bouncing around 15:05o The offense getting hot? 21:20 Down on the Farm: Jonah Tong 23:40 Down on the Farm: Jett Williams 25:50 Mailbag/Down on the Farm: Innings limits on Triple-A pitchers? 28:40 The Scoreboard 39:40 Mailbag – Talking to Mets players 42:00 Mailbag – Who are potential September call ups?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo have the perfect diversion from the struggling Mets - an exclusive interview with Mets legend David Wright! The guys talk to Number Five about stories from his number retirement day, behind the scenes tales from the production of his SNY documentary, the 2015 trade deadline, his thoughts on the current team, his choice of the best Mets uniform ever, and all the details of the Battle of the Badges Game between the NYPD and FDNY that David is hosting at Citi Field on Sunday August 17th. Later, Connor and Joe dive down deep (and low) to talk about the current mess that is the Mets, including the pitching problems, the hitting problems, and all the other problems. The show also goes Down on the Farm to reveal what’s behind the recent success of Brandon Sproat, and opens up a loud Mailbag to let the listeners let it all out as well. 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 00:20 David Wright joins the pod! 01:15 Stories from the number retirement day 03:05 How did David end up with number 5 in the first place? 05:15 David hosts Battle of the Badges, NYPD vs FDNY, at Citi Field 8/17! 07:10 Thoughts on SNY’s documentary, “The Wright Way” 08:45 Behind the scenes with the crew making the show 10:25 Thoughts on the trade deadline, and adding Yoenis Cespedes in 2015 12:00 The modern MLB 14:00 Could David have stolen 40 bases with today’s rules? 15:20 The big answer: what’s the best Mets uniform? 17:10 The meaning of being a captain 17:20 Current Mets are in the rough, what should a captain do? 19:30 Recounting the catch: how the bare hand dive in SD went down 21:00 The Mets Pod Mount Rushmore: David’s 4 favorite Shea Stadium memories 23:55 Goodbye to David Wright 26:00 The Week That Was…just terrible in every way 39:50 Mailbag – Ranking collapses 43:05 Mailbag – What can change to shake things up? 49:10 Mailbag – Questioning the starting pitching strategy of David Stearns? 56:25 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 59:50 Mailbag/Down on the Farm: Brandon Sproat deep dive 01:05:00 Any way to piggyback Brandon Sproat and Nolan McLean?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, SNY Mets play-by-play broadcaster Gary Cohen joins Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo to talk about the results of the trade deadline and the road ahead for the Mets. The crew covers the team’s new additions, plans for the starting rotation, the streakiness of the Mets and their younger players, David Wright, Pete Alonso, plus Gary answers a listener’s question about the idea of Juan Soto as a leadoff hitter. Later, Connor and Joe go Down on the Farm for a Carson Benge deep dive and a check-in on Jett Williams, then score the Scoreboard and open the Mailbag for questions answered about the race for the NL East and the Mets future starting staffs. 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, Gary Cohen joins the pod! 00:35 Thoughts on the trade deadline 02:15 The starting rotation going forward 03:40 The Mets are hot and cold 06:10 Balancing Mauricio/Vientos/Baty playing time 07:55 What makes Carlos Mendoza a successful leader 09:15 Takeaways from David Wright’s number retirement 10:35 What is different about Francisco Alvarez after return? 12:25 Pete Alonso chasing history, free agency again 14:20 Mailbag for Gary: Should the Mets hit Juan Soto in the leadoff spot? 15:20 Goodbye to Gary Cohen 15:30 A rough week, a tight playoff race 21:35 When to call up Brandon Sproat and/or Nolan McLean? 27:50 Mailbag/Down on the Farm: Carson Benge deep dive 30:25 Mailbag/Down on the Farm: With Drew Gilbert gone, does Jett Williams go full CF? 31:55 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 33:40 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets 40:05 Mailbag – Why does Joe mispronounce “platoon?” 42:05 Mailbag – Can the Marlins threaten for the NL East? 46:45 Mailbag – Fitting Mets starters into future rotations

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, recorded live following the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo recap all the moves made by the Mets! The guys break down the deals for Cedric Mullins, Tyler Rogers, Ryan Helsley, and Gregory Soto and discuss the strategy and process followed by Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns. The show then goes into Mailbag-mode to answer questions about the best bullpen in the NL East, the immediate future of pitching prospects Nolan McLean and Brandon Sproat, the starting rotation moving forward, 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! 02:35 Will Connor get a Tyler Rogers Mets jersey? 04:00 Overall trade deadline reaction 06:35 Cedric Mullins 13:10 Tyler Rogers 18:30 Ryan Helsley 21:55 Gregory Soto 24:00 David Stearns post deadline comments 29:10 Mailbag – Best bullpen in the NL East? 30:55 Mailbag – Who is the long man now? 33:50 Mailbag – Nolan McLean/Brandon Sproat? 36:05 Mailbag – Will the Mets re-sign Tyler Rogers? 38:40 Mailbag – Feelings about the starting rotation? 43:15 Mailbag – Highest floor of prospects traded away? 45:20 Closing Thoughts

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo recap a winning week and stare down the MLB Trade Deadline. First up, Connor and Joe chat about wins out west, the addition of Gregory Soto, the noise surrounding trades, and then go Down on the Farm to discuss Kevin Parada and the loaded Double-A Binghamton roster. Later, the guys feature the trade deadline heavily in this week’s Scoreboard bets, and answer mailbag questions about, yes the trade deadline, but also bad umpires, Juan Soto, and the ghosts of trade deadline past. 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! 01:45 The Week That Was, wins out west 03:10 The kids are alright, and helping the bottom of the order 07:05 Should the Mets trade from their group of major league youth? 12:55 The addition of Gregory Soto 15:55 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Double-A Binghamton is loaded 20:30 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 23:10 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets, trades included! 37:00 Mailbag – Keeping youth and call ups VS making trades 39:50 Mailbag – Bad umpires and Juan Soto 44:50 Mailbag – The state of the starting rotation 47:10 Mailbag – Favorite deadline move of the past decade

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look back at the week that was coming off of the All-Star break. Leading off, Connor and Joe talk about the Mets offense playing small ball, Francisco Alvarez' return to the big league club, and Brett Baty's contributions to the lineup. Then, the guys discuss the upcoming trade deadline and how president of baseball operations David Stearns plans to approach next Thursday for the Mets. Connor and Joe also share their reaction to David Wright's number retirement and go Down on the Farm to discuss potential position player call ups. They wrap the show with their scoreboard predictions and some Mailbag questions answered about Seth Lugo and potential prospects in centerfield. 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! 0:54 The Week That Was: Reds and Angels 5:44 The Bottom of the Lineup Comes Through 8:12 Francisco Alvarez returns 10:31 Trade Deadline Chatter 21:08 David Stearns trade deadline approach 25:11 David Wright Day Reaction 27:35 Down on the Farm: Position Player September Call Ups? 31:18 The Scoreboard 41:12 Mailbag: Is Seth Lugo a trade deadline option? 42:58 Mailbag: Any chance the Mets see how prospects handle centerfield before the deadline?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look back at All-Star week and the MLB Draft, while looking ahead to the trade deadline and the second half of the season. Leading off, Connor and Joe talk about Pete and Peterson at the All-Star Game, Jonah Tong and Carson Benge at the Futures Game, David Wright getting his number retired, and what kind of talent the Mets added during this year’s MLB Draft. Then the organization’s first pick, Michigan infielder Mitch Voit, joins the show to talk about his development, his emotions about getting drafted by the Mets, and his career goals moving forward.The guys also go Down on the Farm to discuss the best time to call up pitchers Brandon Sproat and Nolan McLean, and wrap the show with Mailbag questions answered about potential trade ideas as the MLB Trade Deadline approaches. 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! 02:00 The Week That Was, Kodai Senga and Sean Manaea return 03:25 MLB Trade deadline coming soon! 04:40 Jonah Tong and Carson Benge at the MLB Futures Game 09:00 Mets All-Stars showing out at the ASG 11:55 David Peterson stepping up 14:10 Cheers to the Captain, as David Wright’s number gets retired 16:50 Mets 2025 MLB Draft recap 24:30 Mets first pick Mitch Voit joins the show! 24:40 Voit’s earliest baseball memory 25:05 The path to playing at Michigan 26:00 Favorite team and players growing up 26:45 UCL injury and surgery 27:45 2025 breakout season, giving up pitching 28:35 Playing second base 30:05 The Mitch Voit self-scouting report 31:05 What needs to improve 31:50 Draft day experience 33:45 How would Mitch Voit the hitter do against Mitch Voit the pitcher? 34:25 Goodbye to Mitch 36:05 Down on the Farm: Brandon Sproat and Nolan McLean 40:10 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 41:55 Mailbag – Pitching trades, who to give up? 48:00 Mailbag – Joe’s mock trades

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo review big series wins for the Mets over the Brewers and Yankees, then preview the road trip before the All-Star break and the MLB Draft with Jim Callis of MLB.com! First up, Connor and Joe look back at a bounce back week for the Mets, including a full Subway Series recap, a breakdown of a hot-hitting Brandon Nimmo, questions about Juan Soto not being an All-Star, and a look ahead to the games against the Orioles and Royals before the break. Then, senior writer for MLB Pipeline and MLB.com Jim Callis stops by the show to reveal the top targets in next week’s MLB Draft for the Mets and other big league teams. The guys also flashback to last year’s top pick for the Mets, Carson Benge, and discuss the potential to trade MLB draft picks in the future. Later, show goes all over the farm to check in on Francisco Alvarez and prospect Nick Morabito, and answers Mailbag questions about picking one former Met to magically help the team today, and upcoming MLB Trade Deadline plans. 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 The Week That Was…Was Better 04:40 Subway Series recap 08:30 Brandon Nimmo stepping up 14:25 Juan Soto not an All-Star, that’s wrong 19:30 Pete Alonso sitting out HR Derby 21:50 Road ahead: Baltimore and Kansas City 26:35 Jim Callis from MLB Pipeline joins the show 27:10 Strengths and weaknesses of 2025 MLB Draft 28:55 Mets picking late and less, what’s their strategy? 31:10 Nationals have top pick and a fired front office 33:35 Carson Benge 2024 flashback 36:05 Names to know for the Mets at Pick 38 38:15 The number one pick and comparing Ethan and Jackson Holliday 39:30 Any unexpected movers to the top 10? 41:45 Ideal changes for the MLB Draft in the next CBA, trading picks? 46:00 High school players who could drop to 38 50:40 Goodbye to Jim Callis 51:10 Back on the Farm: Francisco Alvarez 53:30 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Nick Morabito 57:25 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 58:40 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets 01:05:25 Mailbag – one former Met to bring back if you could 01:08:45 Mailbag – Trade Deadline strategy questions

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo recap another tough week for the Mets, while looking ahead to the Brewers at Citi Field and the second round of this season’s Subway Series. First things first, the guys go through the team’s struggles hitting with runners in scoring position, how much the hitting coaches should or should not be to blame, as well as the multiple issues with the starting rotation. Later, Connor and Joe go Down on the Farm to check in on Francisco Alvarez, Brandon Sproat, Nolan McLean, and Jonah Tong - while also addressing which prospects they would be willing to include in potential trades. The show then wraps up by announcing the winners of the Mets Pod hat giveaway, and then answering Mailbag questions about the return of injured Mets, the potential of trading for Byron Buxton, and if the Mets offense can flip the switch back to “on!” 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 Week That Was…Bad Again 05:00 Hitting with RISP is just not happening 12:15 Should we blame the hitting coaches? 19:10 The starting rotation is hurting in many ways 23:10 When will we see Nolan McLean? 26:30 The Paul Blackburn problem 30:30 Back on the Farm: Francisco Alvarez 36:45 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Jonah Tong 38:45 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: which prospects to trade? 44:00 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 45:35 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets 53:25 The Mets Pod hat sweepstakes, here are the winners! 53:55 Mailbag – magically fixing injuries, who do you got? 58:25 Mailbag – trade for Byron Buxton, can offense flip the switch? 01:07:50 Mailbag – have we seen enough of Baty, Vientos, and Mauricio to know their future?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo recap a terrible week for the Mets against the Braves and Phillies, while looking for light at the other end of the tunnel at Citi Field. First up, the guys go through the team’s problems, including shaky starting pitching, lack of DH production, the revolving door at third base, the center field issue, and inconsistent scoring overall. Later, Connor and Joe cover the Farm in all directions, including those moving down – Francisco Alvarez and Luisangel Acuna – and those moving up – Jacob Reimer, Carson Benge, and Colin Houck. The show then wraps up by giving away Mets Pod hats, and checking the Mailbag for questions answered about the current roster and the possibility of trading for Eugenio Suarez. 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! 00:35 The Week That Was…It Was Terrible 02:40 The starting pitching problem 07:05 The designated hitter problem 11:05 The third base problem 16:05 The center field problem 20:30 The run-scoring problem 24:40 Back on the Farm: Francisco Alvarez and Luisangel Acuna 28:50 Down on the Farm: Jacob Reimer/Carson Benge/Colin Houck 36:15 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 37:35 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets 48:25 The Mets Pod hat sweepstakes, here’s how to win! 50:05 Mailbag – Jared Young vs Starling Marte 53:40 Mailbag – trade for Eugenio Suarez?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo recap a good sweep and a bad sweep, plus preview some NL East showdowns for the Mets. Connor and Joe recap the week that was, including a fun time against the Nationals, tough struggles against the Rays, and some marks against the starting pitching staff. The guys also cover the injury to Kodai Senga, the stepping up of David Peterson, the wait for several young players to make a case to stay, and the upcoming matchups with the Braves and Phillies. Later, the show goes Down on the Farm for a status update on the red-hot Jett Williams, and takes on Mailbag questions about the long-term plan for center field, moving certain starters to the bullpen, the changes to the physical baseballs in 2025, and what it would cost to trade for Aroldis Chapman. 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! 00:55 The Week That Was: Nationals, Rays, starters showing some cracks? 09:00 Sean Manaea and Frankie Montas rehab 09:30 Kodai Senga down and out 10:30 David Peterson stepping up 16:35 The Triangle: Brett Baty, Mark Vientos, Ronny Mauricio 25:30 State of the NL East 26:50 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Jett Williams 31:55 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 33:55 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets 42:15 Mailbag – what’s the future in CF? 48:25 Mailbag – Montas or Megill in the bullpen? 51:25 Mailbag – what’s up with the baseballs? 55:30 Mailbag – how much to trade for Aroldis Chapman?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo cover some wins out west and the homestand ahead. Leading off, Connor and Joe recap the week that was, including big-time offense from Pete Alonso, Francisco Lindor, and Jeff McNeil. The guys also look at Ronny Mauricio so far and what his ceiling could possibly be.Later, they go long on the ongoing bullpen-building strategy of David Stearns, go Down on the Farm to check in on prospect Carson Benge, and go tough on Connor for “missing Marte” on The Scoreboard. Finally, the winner of last week’s sweepstakes is revealed and the Mailbag delivers questions about developing relievers and the very unlikely possibility of bringing Jacob deGrom back to Queens. 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 Week That Was: Dodgers, Rockies, offense rising? 08:20 Under the radar is Jeff McNeil 10:50 Pete Alonso rocking and raking 15:40 Ronny Mauricio so far and what could be 18:35 Bullpenning with David Stearns 24:20 Down on the Farm: Carson Benge18:4 28:30 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 31:05 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets 37:30 Announcing The Mets Pod/Athlete Logo sweepstakes winner 38:10 Mailbag – can the Mets develop relief pitchers? 43:00 Mailbag – thoughts on the extremely unlikely idea of trading for Jacob deGrom?3 questions about the starting rotation moving forward 49:50 “Mini Marte” Mailbag – celebrating Starling’s HR and examining his trade value

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo check in as the Mets are making waves on the west coast, and also announce some cool giveaways back here at home! First up, the guys discuss a winning week over the White Sox and Rockies heading into a showdown with the Dodgers in LA, which included highlights from Francisco Alvarez, Paul Blackburn, Juan Soto, and Francisco Lindor. Later, Connor and Joe examine the big league opportunity now presented to Ronny Mauricio due to the injury to Mark Vientos. Dan Abrams from Athlete Logos then joins the show to talk about the pulse of the Mets fanbase, the healthy return of the Kodai Senga and the Ghost Fork this season, and also helps reveal some special merchandise giveaways in partnership with the pod! Finally, the show goes Down on the Farm to talk about the process of player development, and answers Mailbag questions about the state of the starting rotation today and moving forward. 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 The Week That Was: Wins and an Alvarez moment 05:00 Paul Blackburn dealt against the Dodgers 06:50 Francisco Lindor continues to lead the way 09:50 Juan Soto showing signs of Soto 12:00 Mark Vientos injured, Ronny Mauricio called up 17:45 Dan Abrams from Athlete Logos joins the show 18:10 The pulse of the Mets fan base 19:10 Kodai Senga and the return of the Ghost Fork 20:50 Making the pitch for “Kick Change” merch 21:55 Mailbag – favorite and least favorite jerseys in Mets history 25:50 Announcing The Mets Pod/Athlete Logo giveaways and sweepstakes 28:10 Goodbye to Dan Abrams 28:25 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Typical development time for prospects? 35:05 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 38:45 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets 46:20 Mailbag Triple Play – 3 questions about the starting rotation moving forward 52:50 Picking your 3 Mets starters in a playoff rotation if you had to pick today

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look back on a week of winning without much hitting, and also chat with pitching prospect Matt Allan about his long road back to the mound. First up, the guys cover the dramatic series win over the Dodgers, the continued struggles of Juan Soto, the emergence of Brett Baty, and the balancing act between playing both Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens behind the plate. Then, Joe catches up with prospect Matt Allan, who shares his story of a road back from multiple surgeries, and also talks about the changes he’s seen in the Mets organization, and what he’s now seeing from himself in Brooklyn and what could still be ahead for him in 2025. Later, Connor and Joe answer mailbag questions about Jett Williams, Ryan Clifford, narratives around Juan Soto, and the overall issues of the offense. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo take on their first tough one of the season, as the Mets have hit a tough stretch.The guys cover the woes of the offense, the struggles of Brandon Nimmo, all the drama surrounding Juan Soto, and the continued success of the starting rotation. Then they go Down on the Farm to discuss Jonah Tong and Jett Williams, as both prospects continue to make noise at Double-A Binghamton. The show wraps it up by unloading the Mailbag for questions answered about Brandon Nimmo’s place in the batting order, and a potential place for Ronny Mauricio on the big league club. 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! 00:35 The Week That Was 01:45 The offense is cold 04:35 The problem with RISP 05:00 Brandon Nimmo and Mark Vientos struggles 11:25 Juan Soto struggles and drama 21:20 The starters still solid 23:55 The vibe guys are missing 25:20 Down on the Farm: Jonah Tong 28:40 Down on the Farm: Jett Williams 32:15 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 33:15 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets 38:50 Mailbag – where Brandon Nimmo fits in the batting order 41:50 Mailbag – where Ronny Mauricio fits with the Mets

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, SNY Mets play-by-play broadcaster Gary Cohen joins Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo to talk about the Mets winning ways and the party atmosphere at Citi Field. The crew covers crazy crowds in Queens, the sparkling starting rotation, Brett Baty, Luisangel Acuna, Francisco Lindor, and Gary reveals what it was like calling the Roku game with Joe Girardi and his favorite ballpark to call a game in outside of Citi Field. Later, Connor and Joe look back at another successful week for the Mets, go Down on the Farm to chat about Jonah Tong, Nolan McLean, Matt Allan, and other pitching prospects, and answer Mailbag questions about additional outfield options, potential Mets All-Stars, and pitching possibilities surrounding the MLB trade deadline. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 SNY’s Gary Cohen joins the show! 00:55 The crazy crowds at Citi Field 02:55 The starting rotation has been ridiculously good 05:40 Biggest surprise of the season so far 07:00 Is Brett Baty here to stay? 09:40 Home grown players and sustained success 11:55 Thoughts on Luisangel Acuna 13:50 Calling the Roku game and working with Joe Girardi 14:55 The leadership and success of Francisco Lindor 17:20 Mailbag – Gary’s ballpark to call a game outside of the NL East 18:40 Goodbye to Gary 19:20 The Week That Was 21:05 Down on the Farm: Jonah Tong 23:55 Down on the Farm: Nolan McLean 26:00 Down on the Farm: Matt Allan, Raimon Gomes, Nate Dohm to Brooklyn 29:30 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 31:00 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets 38:40 Mailbag – options for the outfield 42:20 Mailbag – Mets All-Stars? 45:20 Mailbag – trade deadline pitching plans 49:25 Closing Thoughts

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, with Joe DeMayo out this week, Connor Rogers calls SNY Mets reporter Steve Gelbs in from the bullpen as a guest co-host! Connor and Steve recap an up and down week for the Mets, as the starters remain strong, the bullpen deals with injuries, and Pete Alonso continues to crush baseballs. The guys also discuss the emergence of Luisangel Acuna, the evolution of Brandon Nimmo, and the big league debut of pitching prospect Blade Tidwell. Then the show wraps with a dive into the Mailbag to answer questions about finding new left-handed relievers, the whereabouts of the famous Steve Gelbs Vikings jersey, Steve’s best Citi Field memory, and getting recognized in weird places. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show, Steve Gelbs is guest co-host! 01:35 The Week That Was 03:45 Starting pitching is still strong 06:10 The adjustments made by Griffin Canning, Clay Holmes, and more 12:15 Pete Alonso turnaround has been incredible 16:40 The emergence of Luisangel Acuna 20:50 Weekly Worry: Brandon Nimmo 26:50 Up from the Farm: Blade Tidwell 30:10 Mailbag – will the Mets add lefty reliever help? 33:45 Mailbag – where is the Steve Gelbs Vikings jersey? 35:00 Mailbag – Steve’s favorite Citi Field memory 37:40 Mailbag – the strangest places Connor and Steve have been recognized

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop a new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets reach 20 wins after bouncing back in a huge way from their ugly loss to the Nationals on Sunday. The guys recap New York's Monday afternoon rout of the Nationals, headlined by Brandon Nimmo tying the single-game franchise RBI record. They also discuss Edwin Diaz's inconsistency and how to balance the return of Jeff McNeil and Francisco Alvarez. Later, the guys bring back “Tales from the Pitching Lab” to break down what adjustments have helped Tylor Megill, and then go Down on the Farm to check in on Marco Vargas after his promotion to Brooklyn. Finally, The Scoreboard sees a flip and the Mailbag gets opened to feature questions about a future GM under David Stearns, a former Met that would have benefited from the pitching lab, and the gameplan once Sean Manaea and Frankie Montas return. 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 0:53 The Week That Was: Phillies and Nationals 6:45 AJ Minter Injury Reaction 9:32 What's Up With Edwin Diaz 13:59 Brandon Nimmo Turning a Corner? 18:20 Luisangel Acuña vs Jeff McNeil Playing Time 22:36 Francisco Alvarez vs Luis Torrens Playing Time 26:08 Tale of the Pitching Lab: Tylor Megill 30:12 Down on the Farm: Marco Vargas 33:33 Scoreboard 43:37 Mailbag: David Stearns' GM Plans? 46:58 Mailbag: Former Mets Pitcher Who Would Thrive in the Lab 52:19 Mailbag: Handling The Return Of Sean Manaea and Frankie Montas

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop a new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets stay hot and Citi Field has become a huge scene. The guys recap a week with a lot of wins, Francisco Lindor’s continued excellence, unsung heroes, the secrets of Pete Alonso’s success, and the crazy atmosphere developing at Citi Field. Later, the guys debut a new segment called “Tales from the Pitching Lab” to break down what adjustments have helped Griffin Canning, and then go Down on the Farm to check in on the progress of top starting pitching prospect Brandon Sproat. Finally, The Scoreboard gets really interesting, and the Mailbag gets opened to feature questions about Mark Vientos, Brandon Nimmo, and the “ideal” Mets lineup. 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! 02:15 The Mets and Francisco Lindor are hot 02:50 Citi Field is the place to be 08:05 Unsung heroes – Tyrone Taylor and Luisangel Acuna 10:30 The secrets of Pete Alonso’s success 16:25 Tales from the Pitching Lab: Griffin Canning 23:55 Jeremy Hefner’s value 26:45 Down on the Farm: Brandon Sproat 29:15 Ranting on the umpires a little bit 33:30 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap 35:15 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets 40:35 Mailbag – are you concerned about Mark Vientos? 43:10 Mailbag – should Brandon Nimmo move lower in the batting order? 46:25 Mailbag – what’s your “ideal” Mets lineup?