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Mets down Dodgers, look for more wins, and an interview with pitching prospect Matt Allan May 27, 2025

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On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look back on a week of winning without much hitting, and also chat with pitching prospect Matt Allan about his long road back to the mound. First up, the guys cover the dramatic series win over the Dodgers, the continued struggles of Juan Soto, the emergence of Brett Baty, and the balancing act between playing both Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens behind the plate. Then, Joe catches up with prospect Matt Allan, who shares his story of a road back from multiple surgeries, and also talks about the changes he’s seen in the Mets organization, and what he’s now seeing from himself in Brooklyn and what could still be ahead for him in 2025. Later, Connor and Joe answer mailbag questions about Jett Williams, Ryan Clifford, narratives around Juan Soto, and the overall issues of the offense. 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!

00:55 The Week That Was: Soto, Baty, and more

05:45 The third base debate

09:00 Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens

16:05 Edwin Diaz

19:20 Down on the Farm: Interview with pitching prospect Matt Allan

19:40 Turning pro vs U of Florida in 2019

22:40 Surgeries and setbacks

26:10 Mindset after the last few years

27:50 Getting back in the game in 2025

31:20 The many changes you’ve seen in the Mets organization

34:55 Current stuff and pitch arsenal

37:35 Goals for the rest of 2025

39:50 Goodbye to Matt Allan

40:15 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Jett Williams

44:40 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Ryan Clifford

48:10 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap

49:35 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets

59:15 Mailbag – Juan Soto and the “he hates it here” narrative

01:07:10 Mailbag – why so much hitting struggles?

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Mets slumping, the lineup struggling, Juan Soto not shuffling, pitchers still dealing May 21, 2025

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On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo take on their first tough one of the season, as the Mets have hit a tough stretch.The guys cover the woes of the offense, the struggles of Brandon Nimmo, all the drama surrounding Juan Soto, and the continued success of the starting rotation. Then they go Down on the Farm to discuss Jonah Tong and Jett Williams, as both prospects continue to make noise at Double-A Binghamton. The show wraps it up by unloading the Mailbag for questions answered about Brandon Nimmo’s place in the batting order, and a potential place for Ronny Mauricio on the big league club. 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!

00:35 The Week That Was

01:45 The offense is cold

04:35 The problem with RISP

05:00 Brandon Nimmo and Mark Vientos struggles

11:25 Juan Soto struggles and drama

21:20 The starters still solid

23:55 The vibe guys are missing

25:20 Down on the Farm: Jonah Tong

28:40 Down on the Farm: Jett Williams

32:15 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap

33:15 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets

38:50 Mailbag – where Brandon Nimmo fits in the batting order

41:50 Mailbag – where Ronny Mauricio fits with the Mets

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Gary Cohen joins the show, Citi Field is a scene, and the Mets are all about winning | The Mets Pod May 13, 2025

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On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, SNY Mets play-by-play broadcaster Gary Cohen joins Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo to talk about the Mets winning ways and the party atmosphere at Citi Field. The crew covers crazy crowds in Queens, the sparkling starting rotation, Brett Baty, Luisangel Acuna, Francisco Lindor, and Gary reveals what it was like calling the Roku game with Joe Girardi and his favorite ballpark to call a game in outside of Citi Field. Later, Connor and Joe look back at another successful week for the Mets, go Down on the Farm to chat about Jonah Tong, Nolan McLean, Matt Allan, and other pitching prospects, and answer Mailbag questions about additional outfield options, potential Mets All-Stars, and pitching possibilities surrounding the MLB trade deadline. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:00 SNY’s Gary Cohen joins the show!

00:55 The crazy crowds at Citi Field

02:55 The starting rotation has been ridiculously good

05:40 Biggest surprise of the season so far

07:00 Is Brett Baty here to stay?

09:40 Home grown players and sustained success

11:55 Thoughts on Luisangel Acuna

13:50 Calling the Roku game and working with Joe Girardi

14:55 The leadership and success of Francisco Lindor

17:20 Mailbag – Gary’s ballpark to call a game outside of the NL East

18:40 Goodbye to Gary

19:20 The Week That Was

21:05 Down on the Farm: Jonah Tong

23:55 Down on the Farm: Nolan McLean

26:00 Down on the Farm: Matt Allan, Raimon Gomes, Nate Dohm to Brooklyn

29:30 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap

31:00 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets

38:40 Mailbag – options for the outfield

42:20 Mailbag – Mets All-Stars?

45:20 Mailbag – trade deadline pitching plans

49:25 Closing Thoughts

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Steve Gelbs joins the show as the Mets go up and down on the road | The Mets Pod May 06, 2025

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On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, with Joe DeMayo out this week, Connor Rogers calls SNY Mets reporter Steve Gelbs in from the bullpen as a guest co-host! Connor and Steve recap an up and down week for the Mets, as the starters remain strong, the bullpen deals with injuries, and Pete Alonso continues to crush baseballs. The guys also discuss the emergence of Luisangel Acuna, the evolution of Brandon Nimmo, and the big league debut of pitching prospect Blade Tidwell. Then the show wraps with a dive into the Mailbag to answer questions about finding new left-handed relievers, the whereabouts of the famous Steve Gelbs Vikings jersey, Steve’s best Citi Field memory, and getting recognized in weird places.

Today's Show:

00:00 Welcome to the show, Steve Gelbs is guest co-host!

01:35 The Week That Was

03:45 Starting pitching is still strong

06:10 The adjustments made by Griffin Canning, Clay Holmes, and more

12:15 Pete Alonso turnaround has been incredible

16:40 The emergence of Luisangel Acuna

20:50 Weekly Worry: Brandon Nimmo

26:50 Up from the Farm: Blade Tidwell

30:10 Mailbag – will the Mets add lefty reliever help?

33:45 Mailbag – where is the Steve Gelbs Vikings jersey?

35:00 Mailbag – Steve’s favorite Citi Field memory

37:40 Mailbag – the strangest places Connor and Steve have been recognized

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Jeff McNeil and Francisco Alvarez return to help the Mets reach 20 wins | The Mets Pod Apr 29, 2025

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop a new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets reach 20 wins after bouncing back in a huge way from their ugly loss to the Nationals on Sunday. The guys recap New York's Monday afternoon rout of the Nationals, headlined by Brandon Nimmo tying the single-game franchise RBI record. They also discuss Edwin Diaz's inconsistency and how to balance the return of Jeff McNeil and Francisco Alvarez. Later, the guys bring back “Tales from the Pitching Lab” to break down what adjustments have helped Tylor Megill, and then go Down on the Farm to check in on Marco Vargas after his promotion to Brooklyn. Finally, The Scoreboard sees a flip and the Mailbag gets opened to feature questions about a future GM under David Stearns, a former Met that would have benefited from the pitching lab, and the gameplan once Sean Manaea and Frankie Montas return. 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

0:53 The Week That Was: Phillies and Nationals

6:45 AJ Minter Injury Reaction

9:32 What's Up With Edwin Diaz

13:59 Brandon Nimmo Turning a Corner?

18:20 Luisangel Acuña vs Jeff McNeil Playing Time

22:36 Francisco Alvarez vs Luis Torrens Playing Time

26:08 Tale of the Pitching Lab: Tylor Megill

30:12 Down on the Farm: Marco Vargas

33:33 Scoreboard

43:37 Mailbag: David Stearns' GM Plans?

46:58 Mailbag: Former Mets Pitcher Who Would Thrive in the Lab

52:19 Mailbag: Handling The Return Of Sean Manaea and Frankie Montas

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Francisco Lindor and the Mets are hot, and being at Citi Field is cool | The Mets Pod Apr 22, 2025

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop a new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets stay hot and Citi Field has become a huge scene. The guys recap a week with a lot of wins, Francisco Lindor’s continued excellence, unsung heroes, the secrets of Pete Alonso’s success, and the crazy atmosphere developing at Citi Field. Later, the guys debut a new segment called “Tales from the Pitching Lab” to break down what adjustments have helped Griffin Canning, and then go Down on the Farm to check in on the progress of top starting pitching prospect Brandon Sproat. Finally, The Scoreboard gets really interesting, and the Mailbag gets opened to feature questions about Mark Vientos, Brandon Nimmo, and the “ideal” Mets lineup. 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!

02:15 The Mets and Francisco Lindor are hot

02:50 Citi Field is the place to be

08:05 Unsung heroes – Tyrone Taylor and Luisangel Acuna

10:30 The secrets of Pete Alonso’s success

16:25 Tales from the Pitching Lab: Griffin Canning

23:55 Jeremy Hefner’s value

26:45 Down on the Farm: Brandon Sproat

29:15 Ranting on the umpires a little bit

33:30 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap

35:15 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets

40:35 Mailbag – are you concerned about Mark Vientos?

43:10 Mailbag – should Brandon Nimmo move lower in the batting order?

46:25 Mailbag – what’s your “ideal” Mets lineup?

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Mets starters shine, Jose Siri out, and Pete Alonso keeps raking | The Mets Pod Apr 15, 2025

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with a new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets continue their strong start. Connor and Joe look at the strength of the bullpen, the early impact of Kodai Senga, and share some injury updates for guys like Jose Siri and Francisco Alvarez. Later, the guys go Down on the Farm to check in on Drew Gilbert and Jett Williams, preview Ronny Mauricio's long-awaited return to action., do another round of The Scoreboard bets, and answer Mailbag questions about Eli Serrano III and the Mets struggles with runners in scoring position. 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

1:48 The Week That Was: Strong pitching all around

2:52 Mets Bullpen so far

5:32 Kodai Senga's impact this season

8:31 Injury Updates

9:59 Jose Siri to the IL, what happens next?

12:18 Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens balance

18:39 Power Struggles outside of Pete Alonso

21:59 Juan Soto's slow start

26:22 Down on the Farm: Jett Williams, Drew Gilbert, Ronny Mauricio

31:41 The Scoreboard

38:15 Mailbag: Mets Prospect Eli Serrano III

40:36 Mailbag: Runners in Scoring Position

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The Mets have a solid start, and the bullpen rocks | The Mets Pod Apr 08, 2025

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with a new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets are off to a nice start, with positive signs, and plus pitching. Connor and Joe look at the starters who have been solid, the relievers who have been superb, and the lineup which has been uneven but showing off potential pop – including heroics from Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, and Pete Alonso. Later, the guys go Down on the Farm to check in on the return to the mound of pitching prospect Matt Allan, do another round of The Scoreboard bets, and answer Mailbag questions about Pete Alonso’s contract, the future at second base, and the potential big league future for Double-A pitching prospect Nolan McLean. 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!

03:00 The starters fine, the bullpen divine

08:40 The top of the lineup

11:50 Brandon Nimmo and Mark Vientos

19:40 Brett Baty and the bottom of the order

25:20 Down on the Farm: Matt Allan

29:45 The Scoreboard: last week’s recap

31:55 The Scoreboard: making this week’s bets

39:15 Mailbag – possible extension for Pete Alonso?

44:00 Mailbag – second base two question combo

46:55 Mailbag – Noan McLean in 2025?

50:00 Closing Thoughts

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The Mets start the season, with Juan Soto and Pete Alonso leading the way | The Mets Pod Apr 01, 2025

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo check in with a new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as the Mets have started the season and there’s actual baseball to discuss! The guys cover the early returns from the starting rotation, the bullpen, and the lineup, plus also chat about what April holds in store for Francisco Lindor. Connor and Joe then go Down on the Farm to look at the first outings of the year for top pitching prospects Blade Tidwell and Brandon Sproat, bring back The Scoreboard for more weekly bets in 2025, and open the Mailbag to answer questions about adding pitching at the trade deadline and the current depth in the outfield. 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!

02:35 The starting pitching so far

06:50 The bullpen so far

10:30 Mailbag – long men relievers?

12:30 The hitters so far

16:20 Francisco Lindor so far

18:05 Down on the Farm: Blade Tidwell and Brandon Sproat

23:15 The Scoreboard Returns, making this week’s bets!

32:00 Mailbag – Alcantara vs Cease?

36:45 Mailbag -Alexander Canario and the OF

44:40 The home opener ahead

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Gary Cohen stops by the show, and a full 2025 Mets season preview | The Mets Pod Mar 25, 2025

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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop a supersized 2025 season preview episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, as special guest Gary Cohen stops by the show! The guys chat with SNY’s Mets play-by-play broadcaster about Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, the situation at second base, the state of the starting rotation, high expectations for the team, and what he’s looking forward to most in what will be the 20th year of Mets baseball on SNY! Later, Connor and Joe take the temperature of the starting rotation, bullpen, lineup, and defense of the Mets heading into the regular season, drop their 2025 season predictions that always will be fun to review in the future, and answer Mailbag questions about prospects, Brett Baty, Luisangel Acuna, future live shows, and the health of Brandon Nimmo. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today's Show:

00:00 SNY’s Gary Cohen joins the show!

01:15 What have you learned about Juan Soto?

02:45 Thoughts on Carlos Mendoza in Year 2

05:00 The state of the starting rotation

07:25 Baty, Acuna, or McNeil at second base?

10:15 What are your Pete Alonso expectations in 2025?

12:05 Thoughts on a potential Mets captain?

13:20 David Wright’s number retirement

15:05 What are you looking forward to in Year 20 on SNY?

16:30 The perils of a hyped up season, can the Mets break their mold?

19:05 Goodbye to Gary