The Mets Pod

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Mets bench coach Eric Chavez joins the show, plus Brett Baty bashing, Ronny Mauricio mashing Mar 14, 2023

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Mets bench coach Eric Chavez stops by the show for Episode 53 of The Mets Pod, and the conversation covers everything from coaching Brett Baty to learning from Buck Showalter. Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo talk to Chavez about Baty’s defensive development at third base, Eduardo Escobar’s role at the hot corner, Chavez’ shift from hitting coach to bench coach in 2023, working with veterans like Francisco Lindor, plus learning under Buck Showalter and the possibility of managing one day in the future. Later, the guys discuss the latest news about Jose Quintana, the choice between David Peterson or Tylor Megill to fill the open rotation spot, the continued spring production from Brett Baty and Ronny Mauricio, plus Francisco Lindor’s hot start in the WBC hopefully being a good sign for a hot start to the regular season. Finally the show wraps by unwrapping the Mailbag - with questions about how the bullpen roles are shaking out so far in spring training and power predictions for Brett Baty. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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A Jose Quintana injury, a David Peterson opportunity, and the big leagues for Brett Baty? Mar 08, 2023

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Mets spring training rolls on, as Episode 52 of The Mets Pod rolls in with starting rotation talk and deep dives on David Peterson, Brett Baty, Ronny Mauricio, and more. Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo talk about the injury to Jose Quintana, opportunities now open for David Peterson and Tylor Megill, the case for Brett Baty to be the Mets third baseman on Opening Day, and how 2023 will unfold for Ronny Mauricio. Later, the guys discuss what to watch for in the World Baseball Classic, other than random former Mets players, and wrap the show with the Mailbag - with questions answered about Tim Locastro, adjustments to the new MLB rules, the future captaincy of the Mets, and the promo giveaway schedule this season at Citi Field. 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

1:16 Jose Quintana Injury Impact

5:53 Tylor Megill's usage

8:55 Brett Baty's spring so far

16:19 Ronny Mauricio update

21:10 World Baseball Classic preview

28:00 Mailbag: Does Tim Locastro have a chance at the Opening Day roster?

31:00 Mailbag: What chances would you want to see with the new rules?

34:10 Mailbag: Should the Mets have a captain this year?

36:26 Mailbag: 2023 Mets Citi Field promo giveaways preview

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Ronny Mauricio, Brett Baty, and the pitch clock rule Mets spring training Feb 28, 2023

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There’s no shortage of storylines from Mets spring training in Port St. Lucie, and Episode 51 of The Mets Pod covers as many as a pitch clock will allow! Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo talk about Ronny Mauricio and Brett Baty being the talk of camp, and how that talk surrounds the team’s future at third base. The guys also cover how players are getting ready for the World Baseball Classic and the intriguing competition for bullpen spots. Then, Connor and Joe go on the clock to talk about the pitch clock, as they unveil the pod clock, which forces them to face the pressure of answering questions with time limits. Do Connor and Joe make it through the segment without violations? Finally, the show wraps with the Mailbag with questions answered about Francisco Alvarez, catchers dealing with the pitch clock, and the best Mets players, coaches, or broadcasters to take in the car on a road trip. 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

1:38 Initial spring training thoughts

2:34 Ronny Mauricio

7:07 Brett Baty

8:34 Spring Storylines: Everyone's ready to roll

12:08 The Pitch Clock

13:31 Initial thoughts league wide on the pitch clock

14:55 Max Scherzer's comments on the pitch clock

16:30 Buck Showalter strategy with the clock

19:23 How long will the pitch clock convo be around?

21:43 Mailbag: Why hasn't Francisco Alvarez caught at all?

26:40 Mailbag: Pitch clock impact on the catcher?

28:16 Mailbag: Three Mets you'd want in the car on a road trip

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Mets spring training storylines so far Feb 22, 2023

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Mets spring training is in full swing, and Episode 50 of The Mets Pod checks in on everything that’s happening in Port St. Lucie. Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo talk about stories from camp such as Kodai Senga, the health of Starling Marte and Darin Ruf, plus early looks at Justin Verlander, and Carlos Beltran’s return to the organization. The guys also react to owner Steve Cohen’s comments to the media, payroll issues throughout MLB, and Max Scherzer discussing his contract opt out option after the season. Connor and Joe then put the spring spotlight on outfield prospect Alex Ramirez, and examine what he can gain by spending time this year in big league camp. Later, the show opens up the Mailbag, with questions answered about which Mets pitching prospects could make a large leap in 2023, a possible future free agency chase of Manny Machado versus seeing things through with Brett Baty, and the organization’s investments in player development. 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

1:06 Spring training is in full swing

5:41 Edwin Diaz already in the upper 90s

7:22 Darin Ruf, Mark Vientos

11:37 Steve Cohen speaks

16:03 Owners vs Steve Cohen

19:53 Max Scherzer and his opt out

25:37 Alex Ramirez Highlight

29:28 What pitching prospect makes the biggest leap this year?

31:51 With Manny Machado on the radar, do you still play Brett Baty more?

36:00 Where has the player development investments gone?

38:07 Closing thoughts

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There’s Mets baseball things happening in Florida, so here’s your Mets fix Feb 15, 2023

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Mets pitchers and catchers and more are in action in Port St. Lucie, as spring training is here and Episode 49 of The Mets Pod is ready for baseball. Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo chat with Jeff Bellone of The Mets Fix newsletter for a deep dive into various statistical projections for the 2023 Mets, how the World Baseball Classic will actually affect the preparation for the season, and the competition for playing time at the hot corner and DH. Later, Connor and Joe share their early thoughts about the early sights and sounds of spring training, then wrap the show by unwrapping the Mailbag and taking on questions about confidence in the bullpen, competition for roles on the pitching staff, the success and style of pitching coach Jeremy Hefner, the state of the offense, and which ace starter gets to start on opening day. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Mets manager Buck Showalter joins the show Feb 11, 2023

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The Buck stops here on Episode 48 of The Mets Pod, as Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome Mets manager Buck Showalter to the podcast for a conversation about all things Mets, MLB, and more. Connor and Joe talk to the Mets skipper about his return to the dugout in 2022, the rules changes coming to baseball in 2023, Jeff McNeil’s approach to the shift, how the World Baseball Classic will affect spring training, the Mets moves this offseason, and potential depth options for the starting rotation moving forward. Later, the guys go off the field as Buck shares his thoughts on the Super Bowl, the Mets Super Bowl commercial, Rihanna, his favorite movies, and what he would bring with him if he was stranded on a desert island. Finally, Connor and Joe wrap the show with the Mailbag, answering questions about Carlos Beltran re-joining the organization, prospect Matt Allan’s uncertain future, 2023 bullpen options, and Mets jersey choices. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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The Jeff McNeil deal, Top 100 Mets prospects, and is Pete Alonso on deck? Jan 31, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo extend Episode 47 of The Mets Pod, as Jeff McNeil agrees to a contract extension with the Mets, and eyes now turn towards a potential deal with Pete Alonso. Connor and Joe break down the numbers for McNeil, examine what it would take for Alonso to forgo free agency to sign a new deal now, and take a quick look at the current bullpen market right before spring training. Later, the guys discuss some of the recently released Top 100 Prospect lists, and do deep dives on Kevin Parada, Alex Ramirez, and Brett Baty. Finally, the show goes back to the Mailbag, with questions answered about banners at Citi Field, subtractions to the roster, backup plans for first base, and how many catchers the team may carry with Francisco Alvarez possibly in the mix. 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

0:40 Jeff McNeil deal reaction

5:58 Pete Alonso extension next?

11:06 The bullpen market

14:22 Mets on the Top 100 Prospects list

16:20 Ronny Mauricio & Kevin Parada

18:47 Alex Ramirez's future

21:35 Brett Baty

25:10 Mailbag: Post season appearance celebrations?

28:57 Which subtraction from the roster will be most impactful?

31:38 Who is the Mets backup first baseman?

34:20 Will the Mets quickly trade Nido when Alvarez is ready?

39:40 Closing thoughts, Kodai Senga

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Looking at some last Mets moves before Port St Lucie, and other spring training stories Jan 24, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop Episode 46 of The Mets Pod, which features a look at the remaining relievers on the free agent market, a chat about spring training storylines surrounding third base and prospects, and a dive into the Carlos Beltran Hall of Fame debate. Later in the show, Connor and Joe open the Mailbag for an extended edition, with questions answered about 2023 expectations for Pete Alonso and Francisco Lindor, how Lindor’s contract compares to other deals signed since, the effect of the Angels not being sold has on the future of Shohei Ohtani, which Mets roster spots are up for grabs during spring training competition, and what to expect from the potential future development of the land around Citi Field. 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 What’s left for the Mets? One more move? Britton/Chafin?

05:45 Top storyline for Spring Training

07:35 Third Base

09:40 Alvarez catching in Spring Training

11:30 Has Mark Vientos been written off?

15:25 Hall of Fame Nominees – Is Beltran deserving?

21:25 Mailbag: Rather have 50 Alonso homers, or Lindor hit .300 and 30+ homers?

27:30 Mailbag: Reflecting on Lindor deal, does it fit with current market?

33:45 Mailbag: Angels owner not selling the team. Effect on Ohtani?

38:50 Mailbag: What position battles are left to be settled in Spring Training?

40:30 Mailbag: With Cohen’s new group, potential for development around Citi Field?

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Mets add Tommy Pham, Billy Eppler talks team, and will there be more moves? Jan 18, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with an all-new episode of The Mets Pod, as Episode 45 sees the addition of Tommy Pham, hears from GM Billy Eppler, and touches on what else may still happen with what’s left of the Mets offseason. Connor and Joe discuss the fit for Pham with the team, remaining bullpen targets like Andrew Chafin, and comments from the Mets GM about Carlos Correa, Eduardo Escobar, Brett Baty, and the team’s offensive strategy. Later, the guys dive into the Mailbag to take on questions about the Mets international signing class, surprise stand-out players for 2023, and whether or not there’s any hope for a Darin Ruf bounce-back with the Mets. 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

0:50 Tommy Pham to the Mets

5:40 What's the next move?

8:40 Billy Eppler on Carlos Correa, future of 3B

17:09 Billy Eppler on improving the lineup

25:40 Mailbag: Thoughts on the Mets international signing class?

31:05 Mailbag: Who will be the surprise standout this season?

35:19 Mailbag: Will Darin Ruf bounce back?

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The Carlos Correa story ends, now the Mets move to their next chapter Jan 10, 2023

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo deliver your “regularly scheduled emergency episode” of The Mets Pod, with Episode 44 saying goodbye to the Carlos Correa story, as his deal with the Mets doesn’t go down and Correa goes to the Minnesota Twins. Connor and Joe discuss how the resolution of the Correa saga came to be, what the Mets can still do this offseason to improve the team, and future big-name targets for the Mets like Shohei Ohtani and Manny Machado. The guys also discuss the opportunity that now sits in front of Brett Baty, and answer Mailbag questions from listeners about what happened with Correa and what will happen next for the Mets. 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

1:02 Carlos Correa to the Twins

5:42 What the Twins-Correa deal looks like

8:44 Favorite Carlos Correa moment of his Mets career

11:20 What short term move can the Mets make now?

16:26 How will Steve Cohen react to this?

18:46 Can the Mets get Manny Machado next offseason? Shohei Ohtani?

21:38 Play the young kids?

24:17 Did the timeline of the Correa deal impact the reaction of if falling through?

28:44 Mailbag: Why did the Dodgers or Red Sox never jump in on Carlos Correa?

32:19 Mailbag: Why didn't the Mets match the Twins offer?