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Mets trade deadline preview, who stays and who goes? Jul 25, 2023

Show notes

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo gear up for the 2023 MLB Trade Deadline on the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets soon have to decide what moves to make leading up to August 1st. Connor and Joe break down all the selling options big and small, as well as the types of prospects they could expect the Mets to get in return. The guys also go down on the farm for updates on prospects Ronny Mauricio and Alex Ramirez, and they also open the Mailbag for questions about second half prospect call ups, signing draft picks, and the state of the farm system compared to a year ago. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:00 Welcome to the show

02:40 MLB Trade Deadline Preview

14:30 What kind of prospects can the Mets get if they sell?

16:40 Down on the Farm: Ronny Mauricio

23:20 Down on the Farm: Alex Ramirez

26:30 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week’s predictions

27:45 The Scoreboard: Trade Deadline and Subway Series bets

31:25 Mailbag – If Mets sell, what’s the Mets plan for Ronny Mauricio?

34:15 Mailbag – Signing 2023 draft picks, final thoughts on the class

36:50 Mailbag – How does the farm system compare to one year ago?

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Mets radio roundtable with Keith Raad and Pat McCarthy, plus more Mets trade talk Jul 18, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo turn the radio up on an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as they welcome Mets WCBS 880 radio voices Keith Raad and Pat McCarthy to the show to talk calling games, working with Howie Rose, and the Mets season that finds itself at a crossroads as the MLB Trade Deadline approaches. The guys also chat with Keith and Pat about their paths to the big league booth, thoughts on Ronny Mauricio, and the overall state of the organization. Later, Connor and Joe break down more types of deals the Mets can make, take a swing at some predictions for this week’s games, and open the Mailbag to answer questions about the struggles of Brett Baty, and whether or not there’s any chance in any way the Mets could trade for Texas Rangers pitching prospect Jack Leiter. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:00 Welcome to the show

01:00 Radio Roundtable with Keith Raad and Pat McCarthy

01:35 Moving from the minors to the majors

03:35 Getting the Mets radio jobs

06:15 Working with Howie Rose

10:05 Disappointments and takeaways from the 2023 Mets

13:25 Traveling with the Mets

16:50 Thoughts on Ronny Mauricio

18:20 Mets trade deadline options

24:05 Connor and Joe MLB Trade Deadline deep dive

37:00 The Scoreboard: Making the next bets

45:25 Mailbag – Brett Baty struggles

49:50 Mailbag – Can the Mets trade for prospect Jack Leiter?

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2023 Mets draft recap, second half preview, and early trade deadline chatter Jul 12, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo check in during the All-Star break on an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the guys drop a full recap of the Mets picks in the 2023 MLB Draft and a look ahead to the second half of the season. Connor and Joe dive deep into the results of the draft, and share good info on Colin Houck, Brandon Sproat, two-way talent Nolan McLean, and other intriguing later-round Mets selections. Later, the guys look back at the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game, and then look ahead to the rest of the season for the Mets including what things will look like for the organization heading towards the MLB Trade Deadline. Finally, the show wraps by unwrapping the Mailbag to answer more prospect questions about Alex Ramirez, Ronny Mauricio, Mark Vientos, and Kevin Parada. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:00 Welcome to the show

01:40 MLB Draft Recap: Colin Houck

07:00 MLB Draft Recap: Brandon Sproat

10:35 MLB Draft Recap: Nolan McLean

14:45 MLB Draft Recap: Other Intriguing Mets Picks

21:35 Home Run Derby and All-Star Game

25:40 State of the Mets, urgency with trade deadline approaching

30:05 Francisco Alvarez success

33:40 Mailbag – Alex Ramirez Cyclones struggles a concern?

35:25 Mailbag – Ronny Maurico/Mark Vientos call ups?

41:30 Mailbag – Will Kevin Parada get to Double-A this season?

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2023 MLB Draft Preview with Jim Callis, and getting past a Mets June swoon Jul 03, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as a crucial July begins for the Mets and the guys talk to MLB.com’s Jim Callis for a 2023 MLB Draft preview. First up, Connor and Joe recap the week that was, with more ups and downs against the Brewers and Giants, more uneven work from the pitching staff, and more comments from Mets owner Steve Cohen. Then, Jim Callis, senior writer from MLB Pipeline, joins the show for an in-depth 2023 MLB Draft Preview which covers the overall prospects in the draft, possible targets for the Mets, and a look back at the 2022 class. Finally, the Mailbag opens up and delivers more questions about the draft and the future of the Mets bullpen. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:00 Welcome to the show

01:30 The week that was (Brewers, Giants)

05:40 The state of the pitching staff

08:45 Steve Cohen comments, player development

13:35 Hello to Jim Callis from MLB Pipeline for 2023 MLB Draft Preview

13:55 How deep is the 2023 MLB Draft?

15:25 Paul Skenes and Dylan Crews from LSU

17:05 The Mets pick drop from 22 to 32

19:05 Mocking Kent State pitcher Joe Whitman to the Mets

22:25 Who will fall this year because of signability?

24:05 Will there ever be draft pick trading?

27:35 Looking back at the Mets draft haul from 2022

30:10 Mailbag – More Mets MLB Draft questions

35:05 Mailbag – Drafting high school starters

40:20 Mailbag – Could Joey Lucchesi or Jose Butto join the big league bullpen?

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Playing the Mets blame game, trying for a turnaround, and stopping by Citi Field Jun 28, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo record the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac at Citi Field, as the guys mingle with Mets fans in the Cadillac Club in right field as the Mets try to get right on the field. Connor and Joe play the blame game for the Mets problems, dishing it all out to Buck Showalter, the front office, and the players. They guys also look at the continued poor performance of the starting rotation, go down on the farm to check in on Mike Vasil and Kevin Parada, and go long on the Mailbag with questions answered about Jose Quintana, the MLB Trade Deadline, the future of the organization’s starting pitching, the MLB Draft, the Eduardo Escobar trade, and so much more. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:00 Welcome to the show

01:05 The State of the New York Mets (Still Bad)

04:50 Blaming Buck Showalter

07:35 Rotation Review

10:00 Mailbag – Jose Quintana

12:40 Mailbag – Future of the starting pitching

19:50 Down on the Farm – Mike Vasil

23:05 Down on the Farm - Kevin Parada

25:55 Mailbag – David Robertson

28:50 Mailbag – Payroll/MLB Draft penalties

30:45 Mailbag – Missing Edwin Diaz

32:10 Mailbag – Evaluating the Eduardo Escobar trade

35:10 Mailbag – Can the Mets make a run?

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Mets prospect Kevin Parada stops by the show, and the show tries to make sense of the Mets season Jun 22, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the guys are joined by Mets top prospect Kevin Parada for a chat, and Connor and Joe also try to make sense of the Mets sinking season so far. The show starts with an examination of the present, as the guys break down the pitching staff, the overall problems of the team, and debate what the organization should do as the MLB Trade Deadline approaches. Later, there’s a deep dive into the Mailbag with questions answered about Steve Cohen, David Stearns, bullpen usage, and adjusting MLB’s blocking the plate rules. Finally, Connor and Joe turn their eyes to the future by talking with Kevin Parada about getting drafted in the first round, his development so far at the plate and behind it, working with pitchers Blade Tidwell and Tyler Stuart, and his experiences playing in Brooklyn. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:00 Welcome to the show

01:40 The State of the New York Mets (Bad)

06:45 Tough questions moving forward

10:40 Pitching problems

15:55 Mailbag – Steve Cohen/David Stearns

21:40 Mailbag – Commitment to watching the Mets

24:15 Mailbag – Bullpen use strategy

26:30 Mailbag – MLB blocking the plate rules

28:50 Mets top prospect Kevin Parada joins the show

29:10 Getting drafted

30:05 Did you suspect the Mets?

31:00 Biggest adjustment from college to pro ball

31:40 Unique hitting set up and adjustment

32:45 Catching Blade Tidwell and Tyler Stuart

33:20 Spending time in NYC

34:20 NYC Pizza

34:50 Working with Francisco Alvarez

35:15 Defensive growth and development moving forward

36:20 Hitting during Coney Island fireworks

39:50 Show Closing Thoughts

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The Mets train is a rough ride, but the Subway Series rolls in, and Jolly Olive joins the show Jun 13, 2023

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Jomboy Media’s Jack Oliver, aka Jolly Olive, joins Joe DeMayo on the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as Connor Rogers takes a well-placed vacation as the Mets struggle heading into the Subway Series. Joe and Jolly recap a rough week of games against the Braves and Pirates, discuss dealing with the misery on Mets Twitter, react to Steve Cohen’s comments about the state of the team, do a complete review of the starting rotation, and break down the Subway Series against the Yankees. Later in the show, the guys open the Mailbag to answer questions about hot dog toppings, Tommy Pham’s role, giving Mark Vientos a chance, and a strange season so far for Jeff McNeil. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:00 Welcome to the show

01:15 The Week That Was (Braves, Pirates, what’s going on?)

02:30 Dealing with Mets misery

04:15 Reacting to Steve Cohen comments

08:10 Rotation Review: Justin Verlander/Max Scherzer

10:05 Rotation Review: Kodai Senga

12:15 Rotation Review: Carlos Carrasco

13:45 Rotation Review: Tylor Megill

16:00 Subway Series Preview

18:10 Subway Series Memories

20:30 Mailbag – Hot Dog Toppings

21:40 Mailbag – Tommy Pham’s role

23:35 Mailbag – Luke Voit signing, Mark Vientos chances

26:05 Mailbag – Jeff McNeil struggles

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The Mets question at catcher is settled, but the Mets still have questions all over the field Jun 06, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets continue to be consistently inconsistent. Connor and Joe discuss the sweep of the Phillies and the sweep by the Blue Jays, including offensive issues from the big bats in the Mets lineup. The guys also cover the decision to DFA Tomas Nido, how the playing time will play out behind the plate between Francisco Alvarez and Omar Narvaez, and the handling of rest for starter Kodai Senga. Later, the show goes Down on the Farm for updates on pitching prospects Mike Vasil and Blade Tidwell, and opens the Mailbag to answer questions about the offensive struggles of Francisco Lindor, and the performance of manager Buck Showalter so far in 2023. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:00 Welcome to the show

01:15 The Week That Was (Phillies, Blue Jays, where are the bats?)

06:40 Tomas Nido DFA, Francisco Alvarez and Omar Narvaez are the answer

14:20 The Scoreboard: Reviewing last week’s predictions

16:05 The Scoreboard: Making the next bets

19:35 The Kodai Senga Story

26:05 Down on the Farm: Mike Vasil

28:05 Down on the Farm: Blade Tidwell

32:00 Mailbag – Deep Dive on Francisco Lindor’s struggles

43:00 Mailbag – Is Buck Showalter to blame?

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Francisco Alvarez and Pete Alonso provide power, but Mets provide middle of the road results May 30, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo check in after the “Memorial Day Marker” on the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets pass a key check point in the 2023 season and find themselves “in the middle.” The guys recap the road trip through Chicago and Colorado, sum up an incredible stretch for Francisco Alvarez, pretend they are Buck Showalter to present their ideal lineup, and sort through the current state of the starting rotation. Connor and Joe also recap their weekly predictions, and open the Mailbag to answer questions about the potential arrival of Ronny Mauricio to the majors, the future of Tommy Pham and Daniel Vogelbach, and how the construction of the bullpen was handled in the offseason. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:00 Welcome to the show

01:20 The Week That Was (Chicago and Colorado)

05:10 Francisco Alvarez is good!

09:25 The power of Alvarez, extra home runs

11:35 How the catching position will play out

15:25 The Scoreboard: Reviewing last week’s predictions

16:50 The Scoreboard: Making the next bets

20:15 Rotation Review: Max Scherzer/Justin Verlander

22:30 Rotation Review: Kodai Senga

25:40 Rotation Review: Carlos Carrasco

27:35 Rotation Review: Tylor Megill

31:10 Line up the Lineup

33:10 Connor and Joe’s Perfect Mets Lineup

38:15 Mailbag – Mark Canha on the bench, Jeff McNeil in LF, Ronny Mauricio at 2B?

40:10 Mailbag – The future of Tommy Pham and Daniel Vogelbach

43:50 Mailbag – Optionable reliever strategy a mistake?

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Steve Gelbs joins the show to talk booth and ball, plus the rise of Old Aces, Middle Age Bats, and the Baby Mets May 23, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are in a better mood and ready to rock on the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets got off the mat behind older aces, veteran hitters, and the kids. SNY’s Steve Gelbs joins the show to talk to Connor and Joe about the team’s turnaround, the contributions of Francisco Alvarez, Brett Baty, and Mark Vientos, the pulse and mentality of the clubhouse, and the plan for the catcher position moving forward. Gelbs also shares stories from doing play-by-play in the SNY booth, and his work behind the scenes to make an Aaron Rodgers appearance happen at a Mets game. Later in the show, Connor and Joe tell the tale of their crazy night in the Cadillac Club at Citi Field, recap weekly predictions, and go Down on the Farm for updates on pitching prospects Mike Vasil and Blade Tidwell. The Mailbag then wraps the show with questions answered about Francisco Alvarez and his minor league options, a possible update of the “Baby Mets” nickname, and whether or not Ronny Mauricio is a future Mets player or a future Mets trade piece. Be sure to subscribe to the show at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:35 Welcome to the show, Steve Gelbs stops by

02:30 Talking Baby Mets, the energy of the kids

04:40 Steve doing play-by-play for SNY

07:30 A future signature Gelbs home run call?

09:00 The pulse of the clubhouse

12:10 The future at catcher

16:00 Starling Marte as offense x-factor

18:35 The starting rotation

21:25 Another Chicago cup snake?

22:25 Aaron Rodgers, the Jets, and the Mets

24:30 Connor and Joe’s Cadillac Club Adventure recap