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Mets season starting with struggles, what’s happening, and what happens next Apr 02, 2024

Show notes

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets drop a few games to start the season. Connor and Joe look at the very few ups and the many downs across the first batch of games for the Mets, including the initial turn through the starting rotation, the struggles of the offense, and the deficiencies on defense. Later, the guys go Down on the Farm for an early report on Mark Vientos, Drew Gilbert, Luisangel Acuna, and the Triple-A Syracuse Mets, launch another edition of The Scoreboard so Connor and Joe can compete all season long with weekly predictions, and dump out the Mailbag for questions answered about the Mets’ early losses, Jett Williams, and other trade and prospect chatter. 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

01:15 Season start is less than ideal!

05:00 The starting rotation, struggles minus Manaea

10:25 The offense, the sticks are in the mud

19:55 Rhys Hoskins drama

27:20 Down on the Farm: Vientos, Gilbert, Acuna and Syracuse so far

30:20 The Scoreboard returns, it’s Connor vs Joe again

30:55 The Scoreboard: Making next week’s bets

35:05 Mailbag – Mets misery questions

36:35 Mailbag – Jett Williams

39:20 Mailbag – Trade and prospect chatter

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Daniel Murphy stops by the show, and a full 2024 Mets season preview Mar 26, 2024

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop a jam-packed 2024 season preview episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as special guest Daniel Murphy stops by the show! The guys chat with the 2015 NLCS MVP about how this year’s team compares to the surprising Mets squad that went to the World Series in ’15, what he thinks J.D. Martinez will bring to the ballclub, his thoughts on the younger players on the team, what he saw in new manager Carlos Mendoza during spring training, what it was like working in the SNY broadcast booth, and so much more. Later, Connor and Joe take the temperature of the starting rotation, bullpen, lineup, and defense of the Mets heading into the regular season, and then drop their 2024 season predictions that will prove to be right on or way off, but always fun! Finally, the show dives deep into the Mailbag to take on questions about the organization’s farm system, the workload ahead for Francisco Alvarez, the Mets’ playoff chances, and some very early trade deadline speculation. 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 Hello to Daniel Murphy!

01:25 Adjusting from the field to the broadcast booth

02:15 Murphy self-scouts his TV performance

03:40 Mets 2024 clubhouse vibe, thoughts on Carlos Mendoza, J.D. Martinez

06:15 Comparing the 2015 team to the current group

08:35 When things really turned in 2015

10:25 J.D. Martinez impact on the clubhouse

13:20 Hitting with protection and purpose

15:30 Under the radar Mets

16:30 Following the team and Murphy’s 2024 expectations

20:30 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: Starting Rotation

22:10 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: Bullpen

23:20 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: The Lineup

25:40 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: Defense

27:05 The Mets Pod 2024 Season Predictions!

45:35 Mailbag – Is the Mets farm system ”stacked”

47:10 Mailbag – Francisco Alvarez workload

49:40 Mailbag – Mets, Jets, or Cowboys?

51:35 Mailbag – Early Trade Deadline questions!

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Emergency Podcast: Mets to sign J.D. Martinez Mar 22, 2024

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are fired up to fire up an emergency episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets have agreed to a deal with J.D. Martinez! Connor and Joe react to the news and break down what happens next, as the Mets add a star slugger to their lineup, bolster their chances to make the postseason in 2024, and shake things up as far as potential playing time for Mark Vientos and Brett Baty. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Steve Cohen speaks, Mets prospects break out, spring training wraps up Mar 19, 2024

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop in with an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as Mets prospects show their stuff and major league spring training heads to the finish line. Connor and Joe lead off the show with big picture thoughts from Port St. Lucie, then react to Steve Cohen’s comments to the media about Pete Alonso’s future along with other Mets topics. Then, the guys examine the competition for the final spot in the starting rotation, the final battle for bullpen slots, and the spring outcomes so far for Mark Vientos, Brett Baty, DJ Stewart and Ji Man Choi. Later, the guys completely break down the Spring Breakout Game, including Joe’s performance during the broadcast, as well as performances on the field by Mets prospects Nolan McLean, Brandon Sproat, Dom Hamel, and more. Finally, the show wraps up by unloading the Mailbag, with questions answered about Francisco Alvarez’ place in the batting order, J.D. Martinez, and the future of free agency for the Mets. 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 Big picture thoughts from spring training

04:20 Steve Cohen speaks about Pete Alonso and all things Mets

06:40 Who you got for the 5th starter spot?

10:40 Bullpen battles

14:15 Brett Baty and Mark Vientos

18:25 DJ Stewart and Ji Man Choi

22:55 Spring Breakout Game and Broadcast Joe!

25:10 Which Mets prospects stood out on the field?

26:45 Nolan McLean AKA Cowboy Ohtani

30:15 Mailbag – Francisco Alvarez and batting order debates

33:30 Mailbag – J.D. Martinez

37:00 Mailbag – The future of Mets and free agency

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Edwin Diaz and the trumpets return to the Mets, plus the starting rotation rolls on through spring Mar 12, 2024

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo return with an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as Mets star closer Edwin Diaz returns to the field, and the starting rotation continues to round into form. First up, Connor and Joe sound the trumpets and talk about the successful spring debut of Edwin Diaz, and what it really means to the team overall to have him back in the bullpen. Then, the guys go through the performance of the starting rotation so far in spring games, the competition for reliever roles, progress for Brett Baty and Mark Vientos, plus a preview of the Spring Breakout Game, which will feature some of the biggest Mets prospects and an appearance by Joe in the SNY broadcast! Finally, the show dives deep into the Mailbag for questions answered about overlooked prospects becoming stars, what to do with Trayce Thompson, and whether or not there will ever be a Mets “hitting lab.” Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, and watch the Spring Breakout Game on Friday 3/15 at 3pm ET on SNY!

Today's Show:

00:00 Welcome to the show!

01:45 Edwin Diaz and the trumpets are back!

06:45 As the starting rotation turns…

12:55 Bullpen roles and the future for Nate Lavender

17:45 Brett Baty and Mark Vientos

22:35 Brandon Nimmo batting order chatter

27:00 The Spring Breakout Game – Mets prospects + Joe on SNY!

30:50 Mailbag – unknown prospects becoming superstars?

34:55 Mailbag – a spot for Trayce Thompson?

38:00 Mailbag – Is there/will there ever be a Mets “hitting lab?”

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Talking Mets future with Mike Vasil and Andrew Christie, delivering Mets present spring training updates Mar 06, 2024

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back from Port St. Lucie for the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as they welcome Mets pitching prospect Mike Vasil and Mets Director of Player Development Andrew Christie to the show, and also cover all the latest news out spring training. First up, Connor and Joe talk to Vasil about his development, being close to the big leagues, and adjustments he’s making on the way to the majors. Later, Andrew Christie discusses the organization’s methods and goals for developing players, the high character of the prospects acquired at the 2023 trade deadline, and some names to know of future players coming up through the system. Finally, the guys chat about spring training hot topics such as the health of Jeff McNeil, the state of the starting rotation, and the performances of Brett Baty and Mark Vientos so far, then wrap the show with a Mailbag question about a new idea for where Brandon Nimmo should hit in the 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!

01:05 Putting a bow on The Mets Pod visiting Mets spring training

03:35 Mets pitching prospect Mike Vasil joins the show

04:00 Focus on 2024 possibilities

04:35 Being one-step away from the big leagues

05:20 Relationship with Christian Scott and Dom Hamel

06:30 Adjustments through the different levels

08:40 Major changes made from college to pro ball

10:15 Talking about the pitching lab

12:10 The “Robot Umps” in Triple-A

14:20 Breaking down Mike Vasil’s past, present, and future

16:20 Talking Christian Scott

18:10 Mets Director of Player Development Andrew Christie joins the show

18:25 Changes in the organization over the years in player development

19:20 Balancing organizational philosophy with individual player goals

20:40 What makes Jett Williams stand out?

21:40 Under the radar prospects to keep an eye on now

25:10 The prospects acquired at the 2023 MLB Trade Deadline

27:15 Big picture player development goals for 2024

30:00 Major changes for Sean Manaea

31:35 Big prospects in big league camp

33:00 The health of Jeff McNeil

34:10 Luis Severino and the starters so far

35:40 Brett Baty and Mark Vientos

37:00 Mailbag – Where to bat Brandon Nimmo?

42:00 Lucas Giolito and pitching health risk

45:50 Closing Thoughts

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Live from Mets spring training, talking starting pitchers and prospects under the sun in Port St. Lucie Feb 24, 2024

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo travel to Mets spring training for the latest (and live) episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the games begin in Port St. Lucie and the show comes at you from Clover Park. Connor and Joe cover all the spring training storylines including Kodai Senga, Pete Alonso, position battles, the bullpen and so much more. The guys also talk Mike Vasil, Luisangel Acuna, and other Mets prospects, plus take live questions from the crowd outside the stadium and the viewers on social media. 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 in Port St. Lucie!

00:45 Early thoughts on visiting Mets spring training

02:40 Edwin Diaz returns, building a better bullpen

07:50 Francisco Alvarez becoming a leader

08:40 Kodai Senga injury, starting rotation possibilities

11:25 Which Mets pitching prospect makes the big leagues first?

14:05 An active offseason next offseason?

18:00 The future for Pete Alonso

21:05 Down on the Farm: Mike Vasil and others

22:25 Down on the Farm: Talking to Mets Player of Development Andrew Christie

23:40 Predicting who makes up the 2024 bullpen

26:30 Ranking Mets as a free agent destination

28:10 Opening Day roster sleeper picks

30:35 Brett Baty mechanical issues

32:25 Jeff McNeil future

34:10 The debut and road ahead for Luisangel Acuna

35:25 Jett Williams development

37:00 Predicting the Mets 2024 lineup

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Ji-man Choi and Luke Voit round out Mets moves as baseball nears closer in Port St. Lucie Feb 20, 2024

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets continue to make moves to fill out their roster. Connor and Joe break down the signings of Ji-man Choi and Luke Voit while also reacting to Brandon Woodruff going back to the Brewers. Later, the two evaluate the rest of the free agent market, analyze Brett Baty's offseason improvements, and discuss how important a Francisco Alvarez extension is for the future of the ballclub. The show then wraps up with a dive into the Mailbag to answer questions of comparing Mets players to Citi Field food and if New York can win 10-15 more games this season. Don’t forget that The Mets Pod will travel to spring training for a live episode right outside the main entrance at Clover Park in Port St. Lucie on Saturday February 24th at noon eastern, right before the first spring training game for the Mets! If you’re there, stop by to say hello! 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

3:10 Welcome to New York: Ji-man Choi and Luke Voit

8:44 Brandon Woodruff to the Brewers Reaction

12:13 Jordan Montgomery as a rotation piece?

18:45 Brett Baty's offseason adjustments via The Athletic

21:32 Francisco Alvarez extension rumors addressed

26:00 Mailbag: If you were to compare new Mets to Citi Field food, who is what?

28:12 Mailbag: Pick a Met from each decade to fill out a slow pitch softball team roster

36:43 Will the Mets win 10-15 more games than last season?

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David Stearns speaks, Carlos Mendoza meets the media, and Mets pitchers and catchers are on the field Feb 13, 2024

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as snow falls up north, but Mets pitchers and catchers are under the sun and on the field down south in Port St. Lucie. Connor and Joe talk about the scenes from early spring training, including position players who are already working out alongside the hurlers and the backstops. The guys also react to comments from Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns about the future free agency of Pete Alonso, look at how new manager Carlos Mendoza interacts with the media, and discuss the deal that Jorge Soler signed with San Francisco. Of course, that brings about another Mets designated hitter conversation surrounding J.D. Martinez and Mark Vientos. The show then wraps up with a dive into the Mailbag for questions answered about a role for Joey Lucchesi and what Starling Marte will provide in 2024. Don’t forget that The Mets Pod will travel to spring training for a live episode right outside the main entrance at Clover Park in Port St. Lucie on Saturday February 24th at noon eastern, right before the first spring training game for the Mets! If you’re there, stop by to 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 is doing a live show at spring training, 2/24 at Clover Park before the first game!

03:10 Early scenes from early spring training

09:05 David Stearns comments on Pete Alonso, and the road to Pete’s future

20:45 Carlos Mendoza meets the media in Port St. Lucie

22:45 The Mets have pushed to build depth

25:30 Jorge Soler signs a 3-year deal, and the Mets DH conversation continues

30:35 Does J.D. Martinez make any sense for the Mets?

33:45 Mailbag – What’s the role for Joey Lucchesi?

37:45 Mailbag – Is Starling Marte an eventual DH?

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Jake Diekman, Shintaro Fujinami and building a Mets bullpen, plus Top 30 prospects and going to spring training Feb 07, 2024

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo deliver the latest episode The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets continue to deliver new relief pitchers to their bullpen while spring training approaches. Connor and Joe break down new additions Jake Diekman and Shintaro Fujinami, take another swing at DH analysis, and reveal what young slugger Mark Vientos needs to do this season to be considered a success. Later, the guys go Down on the Farm for a deeper dive into Joe’s recently-released Top 30 Mets Prospects List, and talk about some interesting storylines they’re excited to follow during spring training. Finally, the show closes by opening the Mailbag to answer questions about other internal DH options, and potential surprise success stories within the 2024 Mets. The Mets Pod also unveils a road trip, as the show will travel to spring training for a live episode at Clover Park in Port St. Lucie on Saturday February 24th at noon eastern, right before the first spring training game for the Mets! 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 Mets Pod wins a silver at the Sports Podcast Awards, thank you for voting!

01:50 The Mets Pod is doing a live show at spring training, 2/24 at Clover Park before the first game!

02:45 Jake Diekman and Shintaro Fujinami

06:05 Mets philosophy for building a better bullpen

12:35 Taking a swing at DH again

14:15 What does Mark Vientos need to do to be a success?

20:00 Down on the Farm: Joe’s Top 30 Mets Prospects List is out!

24:50 Under the radar Spring Training storylines

31:15 Mailbag – Vientos the main DH, or a platoon?

33:00 Mailbag – Candidates for surprise successful seasons?