The Mets Pod

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Mad Max on the Fury Road back to the Mets, plus All-Star talk and trade chatter Jun 28, 2022

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with Episode 13 of The Mets Pod, as Max Scherzer continues to work his way back to the Mets, and the guys talk about the possibility of Mad Max pairing up in a battery with Mets top catching prospect Francisco Alvarez for a night in Double-A. Connor and Joe also discuss pitching targets at the MLB Trade Deadline, reveal their votes for Mets to make the All-Star Game, and break down the Braves and the race for the NL East. Later, the guys open the Mailbag to take on questions about trade strategy and Buck Showalter’s influence on the team. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

0:00 Welcome to the show

1:12 Max Scherzer throwing to Francisco Alvarez

4:14 Pitching help at the deadline

13:39 All-Star Selections

18:19 Jeff McNeil is BACK

28:11 A look around the division

31:59 Francisco Lindor

35:26 Mailbag: Trade deadline

39:15 Importance of Buck Showalter

41:45 Closing thoughts

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The Mets look to win and get stronger, as they wait for Mad Max, McCann, and May Jun 21, 2022

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop Episode 12 of The Mets Pod, as the Mets continue a successful stretch despite dealing with injuries. The guys look at the starting rotation, discuss whether or not Taijuan Walker’s recent run is sustainable, and chat about what the team can do to make the starting staff stronger with potential outside help. Connor and Joe also consider DH options for later in the season, the composition of the bullpen with a struggling Seth Lugo and the potential comeback of Trevor May, and what to expect from Max Scherzer and James McCann upon their returns. Later, the guys go “down on the farm” for updates on prospects Ronny Mauricio and Mark Vientos, and then open the Mailbag to answer listener questions about trading for rental players at the MLB Trade Deadline and what the Mets might do in the MLB Draft. 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

1:10 Mets-Marlins recap

3:03 Taijuan Walker's success

5:14 Do the Mets need starter depth?

7:52 The DH Spot: Who outside the Mets could fit?

15:02 Max Scherzer's impact upon return

17:39 Seth Lugo's struggles

20:33 Trevor May

22:47 Travis Jankowski

24:29 James McCann

25:47 Mets Minors Roundup: Ronny Mauricio

28:28 Mark Vientos

31:35 Potential Trade Deadline pieces?

33:10 Mailbag: Worth trading top prospects for a rental?

36:05 Mets Top 5 Draft pick predictions

38:19 Flexiblity impact in the draft

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The Mets Pod is Live from Citi Field, as the Mets come home Jun 15, 2022

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo bring you Episode 11 of The Mets Pod Live from Citi Field, as the Mets return home from their West Coast trip. Connor and Joe are surrounded by Mets fans as the team returns to Queens to face the Brewers with the NL East race heating up. They guys recap the trip to California, look at the home stand ahead, break down the all-of-a-sudden-red-hot NL East competition, and marvel at the continued performance of Pete Alonso. Later in the show, the guys talk about the future for Francisco Alvarez, the dominance of Edwin Diaz, and the deals that could go down at the MLB Trade Deadline. And yes, the Mailbag also traveled to Citi Field for listener questions to be answered! Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

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Mets Assistant GM Ben Zauzmer stops by the show, as the Mets continue California Dreamin’ Jun 07, 2022

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome Mets Assistant GM Ben Zauzmer to Episode 10 of The Mets Pod, SNY’s podcast covering all things New York Mets. Connor and Joe talk to Ben about his time with the Dodgers, and what successful elements he saw in Los Angeles that can translate to New York. They also discuss the growth of the Mets research and development department, how analytics are used throughout the organization, the day-to-day of an assistant GM, and owner Steve Cohen’s focus on ways to build the Mets over the long-term. Ben also reveals the work behind his “Oscarmetrics” offseason project, a statistical model that correctly predicted 19 out of 20 Academy Awards last year! Connor and Joe also cover the early Mets returns from their West Coast trip, and open the Mailbag to answer a question about the defensive development of catching prospect Francisco Alvarez. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Today’s Show:

0:00 Mets Assistant GM Ben Zauzmer joins the show and big news about The Mets Pod

1:55 Recapping some wins on the West Coast

4:45 JD Davis and Eduardo Escobar might be getting hot

5:25 Joe’s funny story about Eduardo Escobar hitting for the cycle

7:05 Mets Assistant GM Ben Zauzmer joins the show

7:20 Mets vs Dodgers series

8:10 What worked for the Dodgers organization that can work for the Mets

9:15 Balance of data analytics and traditional scouting

10:38 Mets growth in research and development

12:08 Describing the day-to-day for the assistant GMs

13:52 Collaborating on the MLB Draft

16:10 Steve Cohen’s focus on technology and development short and long term

17:40 Ben Zauzmer’s “Oscarmetrics” – predicting the Academy Awards

21:50 Mailbag: Is Francisco Alvarez developing defensively?

23:45 Mailbag: Would you sign up for only 1 guaranteed Mets World Series win in 10 years?

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Keith Hernandez joins the show, as the Mets continue to roll May 31, 2022

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome Keith Hernandez to an all-new episode of The Mets Pod, SNY’s podcast covering all things New York Mets, as the Mets continue their winning ways and build their lead in the NL East. The guys talk to Keith about the impact of Buck Showalter, the consistent hustle the Mets show on a daily basis, and how the new additions in the offseason have fit so well with the players already here. Keith also talks about the offensive approach of Jeff McNeil, shares the story of how Mets owner Steve Cohen broke the news to him about his upcoming jersey retirement, and reveals his plans for Old Timer’s Day. Later, Connor and Joe open up the Mailbag and answer a question that leads to a long answer on Luis Guillorme. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

Today's Show:

0:00 Keith Hernandez is here!

1:01 Recapping the last few for the Mets

4:39 Eduardo Escobar's walk-off

6:56 Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso

9:12 Keith Hernandez on Buck Showalter

12:54 Finding out about jersey retirement

14:37 The veteran impact: running hard to first base

17:17 Contact hitters vs 3 outcome

20:19 Brandon Nimmo analysis

23:31 Jeff McNeil analysis

25:43 Which Met is an All-Star?

27:31 Old-Timers' Day

29:25 What stood out from Keith?

31:17 Mailbag: Luis Guillorme's future with the Mets?

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Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso lead the way, as the Mets fight through injuries May 26, 2022

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop Episode 8 of The Mets Pod, SNY’s podcast covering all things New York Mets, as the guys look at how the Mets are fighting through injuries and a challenging schedule heading into June. Connor and Joe talk about how the team is staying on top of the NL East with contributions from Francisco Lindor, Pete Alonso, and many others. The guys also discuss the DH rotation, the MLB trade market, and the pitchers who can hold the fort without Max Scherzer and Jacob deGrom in the rotation. Later, Connor and Joe deliver a farm report with updates from the minor league system, and wrap the show with a Mailbag segment featuring listener questions. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

0:00 Welcome to the show

1:25 Pulse of the Mets

3:54 The rotation without deGrom and Scherzer

6:42 The current trade market

8:17 The team's identity

10:46 The lineup: Stability at DH?

15:58 Pete Alonso: MVP candidate?

19:38 Mets best hitter: Pete Alonso or Jeff McNeil?

22:39 Francisco Lindor

27:28 Farm system standouts

31:16 Mark Vientos in August?

32:43 Connor Grey: 5th starter?

35:16 Any concern for the Mets?

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As the Mets rotation turns, what’s next for Jacob deGrom, Tylor Megill, and David Peterson? May 17, 2022

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with Episode 7 of The Mets Pod, SNY’s podcast covering all things New York Mets. The guys dive deep into the starting rotation, as the Mets dive into the depth of their available starter options. Connor and Joe react to the latest injury recovery update concerning Jacob deGrom, discuss who will step in for Tylor Megill, and look at any other options in the system if the team needs more starters soon. The guys also look at the bullpen, debate a contract extension for Brandon Nimmo, and take on some new additions to the rogues’ gallery of Mets “villains” – Jesse Winker and Paul Sewald. The show wraps up with another big Mailbag segment, featuring listener questions about Jeff McNeil’s place in the lineup, the trade value of Dom Smith, and any options out there to fortify the catcher position. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

0:00 Welcome to the show

1:24 Jacob deGrom update

3:15 David Peterson in for Tylor Megill?

5:18 The bullpen concerns

9:21 Colin Holderman

10:46 Tommy Hunter

12:05 Mariner Series Recap - Paul Sewald

16:06 Jesse Winker

18:58 Brandon Nimmo

24:29 Mailbag: Jeff McNeil lineup spot

29:22 Starting pitcher backup?

31:48 Value of Dom Smith on trade market?

36:04 Trading for a catcher?

41:11 Closing thoughts

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As the Mets extend their winning ways, will they also extend Chris Bassitt? May 10, 2022

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with Episode 6 of The Mets Pod, SNY’s podcast covering all things New York Mets. The guys look back at a special Friday night in Philadelphia, as the Mets pulled off a 9th inning comeback for the ages, and they also do a deep dive on the success of Chris Bassitt and what a possible contract extension might look like if the Mets and Bassitt were down to do a deal. Later in the show, Connor and Joe deliver a farm report with updates on prospects Francisco Alvarez, Alex Ramirez, and Calvin Ziegler. They also break the Mailbag wide open, with answers to listener questions about the team’s immediate future at catcher, a possible 6-man rotation, and other contract extensions that the Mets may consider for certain players. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

0:00 Welcome to the show

1:47 The Philly comeback

6:44 Chris Bassitt

14:19 Francisco Alvarez rough patch

16:21 Alex Ramirez

19:21 Calvin Ziegler

21:38 Mailbag: Who's stock would you sell?

25:42 Target Wilson Contreras?

28:22 Is a 6-man rotation in play when deGrom comes back?

31:41 Nimmo, Bassitt, and Diaz extensions?

36:50 Closing thoughts

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Mets pitching coach Jeremy Hefner joins the show to talk no-hitter and the pitching staff May 03, 2022

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop Episode 5 of The Mets Pod, as Mets pitching coach Jeremy Hefner drops by the podcast! The guys talk to Jeremy all about the combined no-hitter the Mets threw at Citi Field, the impressive work by Edwin Diaz to close it out, and how the coaching staff managed the game as it went along. The crew also covers Hefner’s career overall, his interactions with the various personalities on the pitching staff, how the team incorporates analytics, getting to know Max Scherzer, and what has helped Tylor Megill and Drew Smith make huge improvements so far in 2022. Later in the show, Connor and Joe also discuss the team’s decision to part with Robinson Cano, next steps for a struggling Trevor May, and Mailbag questions about the Mets offense and the upcoming MLB Draft. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

0:00 Jeremy Hefner joins the show

1:19 Combined No-Hitter

3:46 Managing the bullpen through no-hitter

4:46 Edwin Diaz

6:25 Being a pitching coach after being a pitcher

7:49 Managing superstar arms

10:06 Handling Max Scherzer

11:26 Balancing analytics

12:54 Tylor Megill

15:19 Drew Smith

16:51 Robinson Cano DFA

21:22 Trevor May injury

24:56 What's the plan for David Peterson?

27:21 Mailbag: Is this offense sustainable?

31:15 Who will be 1st overall pick in MLB Draft?

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Mets Assistant GM Ian Levin stops by the show, as roster moves loom Apr 26, 2022

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with Episode 4 of The Mets Pod, SNY’s all-new podcast covering every angle of the New York Mets. Connor and Joe welcome New York Mets Assistant GM Ian Levin to the show, who joins the guys to talk about his role with the team, how the analytics department has evolved, what the offseason was like in the lead-up to the lockout, and how things operate under new GM Billy Eppler. Later, Connor and Joe talk about a crazy comeback in St Louis, the roster cut down that’s coming to MLB, and debate what to do about a struggling Robinson Cano. The show wraps with the Mailbag, which this week features Jeff McNeil chatter and a separate chat about prospects come and gone. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

0:38 Mets assistant GM Ian Levin joins the show

2:27 Levin on analytics

4:32 Steve Cohen's impact

6:13 The Escobar, Canha, Marte, Scherzer signings

8:16 Early roster impressions

9:22 A Wild Win in St. Louis

14:02 Looming roster moves

15:58 Robinson Cano

19:52 Jeff McNeil bounce back

22:49 All time favorite Mets prospect who never made it

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