Home Run Applesauce: A New York Mets podcast

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Episode 223: The Penultimate Bullpen Discussion Feb 04, 2017

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Welcome back to Amazin' Avenue Audio. We miss all the news by 24 or so hours but still have a show for you to enjoy. First up, Chris and Brian discuss a great piece by our pal Ted Berg, the (now former) bullpen situation, and what to do with Mets outfielders, including, but not limited to Jay Bruce. (2:05) And, to warm our cold winter hearts, Steve Sypa talk about the Caribbean Series and the Mets players involved. (38:03) You can follow all of our contributors on Twitter: Brian (@BrianNeedsaNap), Chris (@chrismcshane), and Steve (@stevesypa). As always, you can listen or subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show. It really helps! And you can find us on the Stitcher app, listen through the embedded player below, or download the podcast directly from Blog Talk Radio. And don't forget you can email the show at podcast@amazinavenueaudio.com, and we'll soon be back for another edition of Amazin' Avenue Audio.

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Episode 222: Thor's Top Ten, plus guest Jim Duquette Jan 30, 2017

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Welcome back to Amazin' Avenue Audio - we talk Thor's top 10, talk with a former Mets' GM, and more. First up, Chris and Brian discuss Noah Syndergaard's list of top 10 pitchers right now, the Jay Bruce situation (again), and the available relief pitching options for the Mets. (1:01) Then, we share some audio from the Nelson Figuroa charity bowling event, where we caught up with former Mets general manager Jim Duquette. (31:12) And, finally, Steve Sypa tries to shed some light on why some prospect lists look so different than others. (38:49) As always, you can listen or subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show. It really helps! And you can find us on the Stitcher app, listen through the embedded player below, or download the podcast directly from Blog Talk Radio. And don't forget you can email the show at podcast@amazinavenueaudio.com, and we'll be back next week for another edition of Amazin' Avenue Audio.

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Episode 221: Jeremy Hefner, we hardly knew ye Jan 19, 2017

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Welcome back to Amazin' Avenue Audio - we have a modicum of Mets news, but some pretty big baseball news to discuss. First up, Steve Sypa discusses one of the best pitching prospects in the Mets' system, Thomas Szapucki. Then, Chris and Brian discuss the Jay Bruce situation (again), Wilmer Flores and the Mets trading arbitration figures, Jeremy Hefner's retirement, the new Free Shirt Friday offerings, and the Hall of Fame. As always, you can listen or subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show. It really helps! And you can find us on the Stitcher app, listen through the embedded player below, or download the podcast directly from Blog Talk Radio. And don't forget you can email the show at podcast@amazinavenueaudio.com, and we'll be back next week for another edition of Amazin' Avenue Audio.

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Episode 220: The Long Winter Jan 13, 2017

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This week, Chris and Brian discuss spring training invitees, the best broadcasters in baseball, and more. (1:04) Steve Sypa talks about the Mets players and prospects playing in Winter Leagues this season. (38:36) And, finally, Aaron Yorke talks about the Jay Bruce and Wally Backman situations. (44:52) As always, you can listen or subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show. It really helps! And you can find us on the Stitcher app, listen through the embedded player below, or download the podcast directly from Blog Talk Radio. And don't forget you can email the show at podcast@amazinavenueaudio.com, and we'll be back next week for another edition of Amazin' Avenue Audio.

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Episode 219: New Year’s Mets, guest Nelson Figueroa Jan 04, 2017

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Welcome to another edition of Amazin’ Avenue Audio. Brian is out sick this week, but Aaron and I have you covered for the show’s usual weekly Mets chat and your emails (0:30). Following that, I’m joined by former Mets pitcher and current SNY analyst Nelson Figeuroa (36:30) for a great chat about the Mets’ offseason, pitching—with great insight and stories on Dan Warthen, Johan Santana, and Pedro Martinez, among others—and, of course, Figueroa’s upcoming charity bowling event on January 16. As always, you can listen or subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show. It really helps! And you can find us on the Stitcher app, listen through the embedded player below, or download the podcast directly from Blog Talk Radio. And don't forget you can email the show at podcast@amazinavenueaudio.com, and we'll soon be back for another edition of Amazin' Avenue Audio.

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Episode 218: Smell ya later, 2016 Dec 31, 2016

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Welcome back to Amazin' Avenue Audio, where we bid farewell to the year. This week, Chris, Brian, and Aaron discuss Jeurys Familia, the World Baseball Classic, and share their personal 2016 Mets highlights and some 2017 Mets resolutions. As always, you can listen or subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show. It really helps! And you can find us on the Stitcher app, listen through the embedded player below, or download the podcast directly from Blog Talk Radio. And don't forget you can email the show at podcast@amazinavenueaudio.com, and we'll be back next week for another edition of Amazin' Avenue Audio.

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Episode 217: Offseason's Greetings Dec 23, 2016

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Welcome back to Amazin' Avenue Audio - not a deal was stirring, not even a reliever, but we're here for your holiday drive! First up, Brian and Chris answer an email, talk center field rumors, and put together a playlist for your listening pleasure—and note that Brian switched his Chance the Rapper pick, because he's fickle). And, finally, Steve Sypa walks us through the top prospects in the Mets system. As always, you can listen or subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show. It really helps! And you can find us on the Stitcher app, listen through the embedded player below, or download the podcast directly from Blog Talk Radio. And don't forget you can email the show at podcast@amazinavenueaudio.com, and we'll be back next week for another edition of Amazin' Avenue Audio.

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Episode 216: It's Oh So Quiet Dec 19, 2016

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First up, Brian and Chris answer an email and opine on the quiet end of the Winter Meetings. (1:15) And, finally, Aaron Yorke looks at the state of catching for the Mets (32:43) As always, you can listen or subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show. It really helps! And you can find us on the Stitcher app, listen through the embedded player below, or download the podcast directly from Blog Talk Radio. And don't forget you can email the show at podcast@amazinavenueaudio.com, and we'll be back next week for another edition of Amazin' Avenue Audio.

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Episode 215: Winter Meetings Wonderland Dec 09, 2016

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Welcome back to Amazin' Avenue Audio! Most of baseball was in Maryland this week, but we were here, recapping the Winter Meetings for you! First up, Brian and Chris talk the Jay Bruce market, the Nationals trade for Adam Eaton, and answer your emails. (1:19) Milo Taibi talks about a classic Winter Meetings moment, the Chin-lung Hu press conference. (30:54) Steve Sypa and Greg Karam discuss numbers the Amazin' Avenue prospect rankings 10-4. (33:31) And, finally, Aaron Yorke looks at some bullpen options for the Mets. (52:21) And don't forget you can email the show at podcast@amazinavenueaudio.com, and we'll be back next week for another edition of Amazin' Avenue Audio.

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Episode 214: What do we talk about now? Dec 02, 2016

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Welcome back to Amazin' Avenue Audio. We are living in a post-Cespedes speculation world, and it is glorious! First up, Brian and Chris discuss the new CBA, and present our AAOPs, both of which are sort of silly for different reasons. (1:24) Next, Aaron Yorke discusses the speed at which the Mets signed Yoenis Cespedes, and the Mets' potential Winter Meetings wheelings and dealings. (39:39) Finally, Steve Sypa and Greg Karam discuss numbers 25 through 11 on the the Amazin' Avenue Mets Prospect list. (45:08) As always, you can listen or subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show. It really helps! And you can find us on the Stitcher app, listen through the embedded player below, or download the podcast directly from Blog Talk Radio. And don't forget you can email the show at podcast@amazinavenueaudio.com, and we'll be back next week for another edition of Amazin' Avenue Audio.

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