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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back with Episode 21 of The Mets Pod, as the race for the NL East rages on, and the Mets roster changes every day. The guys review the early performance of Brett Baty, the constant changes on the big league roster, and the ongoing battle with the Braves for the division and a potential first round playoff bye. Later, Connor and Joe make the case for a Mark Vientos major league call up, go down on the farm for a look at pitcher Bryce Montes de Oca, and then wrap the show with the Mailbag - with questions about prospect Josh Walker, Gold Gloves, and bullpen management in the postseason. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop Episode 20 of The Mets Pod, as the Mets drop by Atlanta, Philadelphia, and the Bronx for an important stretch of games heading into the stretch run of the regular season. The guys talk about roster moves resulting from injuries, how prospect Brett Baty can help the Mets, and the way the schedule plays out into September. Later in the show, Connor and Joe break down the build up of Jacob deGrom, and examine the ways that Tylor Megill can be used upon his potential return. Finally, the guys open the Mailbag to take on questions about Mark Vientos, a possible Pete Alonso contract extension, and Jeff McNeil’s place 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:0:00 Welcome to the Show1:23 Roster Shuffling Due to Injuries/Illness4:40 Is Deven Marrero the correct choice over Brett Baty?10:21 Do the Expanded Rosters Have Any Effect on how the Mets Finish the Year?12:16 Carlos Carrasco Update and

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome Jomboy’s Jack AKA ‘Jolly Olive’ to Episode 19 of The Mets Pod, as the Mets are on a hot streak after beating the Braves in a big series at Citi Field, and they see things getting salty in Atlanta. The guys talk about the NL East race, the claim by Braves pitcher Spencer Strider that the Mets are “lucky” on offense, the Mets moves at the trade deadline, and what lies ahead for the rest of the regular season. Later in the show, Connor and Joe continue to celebrate the return of Jacob deGrom, plus go down on the farm for updates on Francisco Alvarez, newly-promoted Brett Baty, and Jose Butto. Finally, the show wraps with The Mailbag, with listener questions about the way Buck Showalter manages platoons, what a potential playoff starting rotation could look like, and the contributions of Starling Marte. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, and check out Jolly Olive on the Shea Station podcast!Today's Show0:00 Welco

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo recap the 2022 MLB Trade Deadline on Episode 18 of The Mets Pod, as the guys break down what the Mets did and didn’t do, including the additions of Darin Ruf and Mychal Givens. Connor and Joe examine how the new guys can help their new team, and the failure of the Mets to add a new left-handed relief pitcher. Later in the show, the guys discuss what the stretch run will look like now for the Mets and their bullpen, chat about the deal that went down for Juan Soto, and sort out their trade deadline winners and losers around MLB. Finally, the show closes by opening The Mailbag, with listener questions about calling up catching prospect Francisco Alvarez, the most reliable relievers, and whether or not Mark Vientos sees the big leagues in 2022. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!Today's Show:1:00 Trade Deadline Initial Reaction4:35 Darin Ruf11:30 Mychal Givens14:05 Why no left-handed reliever acquisition?17:40 Did the Me

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo preview the 2022 MLB Trade Deadline on Episode 17 of The Mets Pod! The guys welcome SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino to the show, as they look ahead to what should be an active time for the Mets as the team seeks to upgrade the roster before the Aug. 2nd deadline. The crew covers Juan Soto, Willson Contreras, Trey Mancini, J.D. Martinez and all the options to upgrade the offense. Andy also sheds some light on the Mets’ strategy to improve the bullpen, potential deals including Dom Smith and J.D. Davis, and long-term plans for the starting rotation. Later in the show, Connor and Joe break down the Daniel Vogelbach trade, losing Colin Holderman, and some additional trade options for the Mets moving forward. Finally, the show wraps with the Mailbag, which brings questions about possible mid-tier prospects to trade and the current development status of top-level prospects Mark Vientos and Brett Baty.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo take no break during the MLB All-Star Break, and deliver a jam-packed Episode 16 of The Mets Pod! The guys welcome Jon Morosi of NBC Sports and MLB Network to the show, and the crew covers all the ins and outs of the Juan Soto trade speculation, as well as other trade deadline rumors, and the state of the Mets so far in 2022. Later in the show, Connor puts Joe on the spot regarding any potential Mets deal for Juan Soto, and then the guys recap the Home Run Derby and a very active MLB Draft for the Amazins. Finally, Connor and Joe wrap the show with the TMP First Half Awards, as they hand out the hardware for some first half of the season stand outs 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 show0:54 Jon Marosi talks Juan Soto5:05 Would Nationals trade Soto to the Mets?10:34 Luis Castillo moved before the deadline?12:39 Trade market for DH15:09 Playoff format impacting trade deadl

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo have a lot to do during Episode 15 of The Mets Pod, as the Mets battle the Braves on their way towards the All-Star break, and the guys preview the MLB Draft with Mets VP of Amateur and International Scouting Tommy Tanous. Leading off, Connor and Joe cover the huge Mets series in Atlanta which started with a Max Scherzer gem, the issues of the offense, and how Luis Guillorme should fit into the lineup moving forward. Then, the guys chat with Tommy Tanous to break down the upcoming MLB Draft, and to discuss the organization’s scouting structure and strategy for a draft in which the Mets have 5 of the first 90 picks. Later, Connor and Joe look at how the James McCann injury may affect the timing of the big league debut for Francisco Alvarez, and then wrap the show with a Mailbag segment focused on improving the bullpen at the MLB Trade Deadline. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!0:00 Welcome to the show1:13 Max Scherze

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo deliver Episode 14 of The Mets Pod, on the day that Max Scherzer delivers himself back to the Mets. The guys cover the return of Mad Max, as well as the rehab of Jacob deGrom, the continued success of Taijuan Walker, and the recent home run binge for Eduardo Escobar. Later in the show, Connor and Joe talk about the promotion of Francisco Alvarez to Triple-A, and examine the timeline for him to make his major league debut. The guys wrap the show with some MLB Draft chatter (with much more to come), and a Mailbag segment focused on second-half “bounce-back” candidates. 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 show2:03 Max Scherzer is back4:55 Jacob deGrom10:04 Taijuan Walker the unsung hero15:32 Eduardo Escobar19:35 Francisco Alvarez Triple-A Debut25:24 MLB Draft Preview31:17 Kumar Rocker news33:21 College pitching class34:40 Biggest player letdown, 2nd half bounce back

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 show1:12 Max Scherzer throwing to Francisco Alvarez4:14 Pitching help at the deadline13:39 All-Star Selections18:19 Jeff McNeil is BACK28:11 A look around the division31:59 Francisco Lindor35:26 Mailbag: Trade deadline39:15 Importance of Buck Showalter41:45 Closing thoughts

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 show1:10 Mets-Marlins recap3:03 Taijuan Walker's succe

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!

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

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 Mets4:39 Eduardo Escobar's walk-off6:56 Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso9:12 Keith Hernandez on Buck

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 show1:25 Pulse of the Mets3:54 The rotation without deGrom and Scherzer6:42 The current trade market8:17 The team's identity10:46 The lineup: Stability at DH?15:58 Pete Alonso: MVP candidate?19:38 Mets best hitter: Pete Alonso or

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 show1:24 Jacob deGrom update3:15 David Peterson in for Tylor Megi

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 show1:47 The Philly comeback6:44 Chris Bassitt14:19 Francisco Alvarez rough patch16:21 Alex Ramirez19:21 Calvin Ziegler21:38 Mailbag: Who's s

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 show1:19 Combined No-Hitter3:46 Managing the bullpen through no-hitter4:46 Edwin Diaz6:25 Being a

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 show2:27 Levin on analytics4:32 Steve Cohen's impact6:13 The Escobar, Canha, Marte, Scherzer signings8:16 Early roster impressions9:22 A Wild Win in St. Louis14:02 Looming rost

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop a new episode of The Mets Pod, SNY’s all-new podcast covering every angle of the New York Mets. Connor and Joe discuss Buck Showalter's impressive knowledge of rulebook loopholes and how the Mets pitching staff is off to an historic start of the season. The guys also touch on why Pete Alonso is best suited for a DH role despite him wanting to play first base while Joe provides insight as to why top catching prospect Francisco Alvarez needs more time in the minors and fans need to be patient with his development. Lastly, the guys close the show by opening the Mailbag. 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 show2:18 Buck Showalter's impact6:44 The Mets rotation11:23 Carlos Carrasco14:06 Tylor Megill17:10 Pete Alonso DH vs 1B21:36 Francisco Alvarez27:18 Drew Smith vs Seth Lugo31:34 Travis Jankowski

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo drop Episode 2 of The Mets Pod, SNY’s all-new podcast covering every angle of the New York Mets. Connor and Joe welcome SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino to the show for a look at the first turn of the starting rotation, as well internal and external options for help if injuries continue to hit the staff. The guys also do a deep dive into the immediate and long-term future for Jacob deGrom, and chat about the early moves of Buck Showalter. Later, Connor and Joe deliver some early season overreactions, Joe recaps what he saw from prospects Francisco Alvarez and Brett Baty at Double-A Binghamton’s opening game, and the guys close the show by opening the Mailbag. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!0:00 Welcome to the show1:30 Andy Martino joins the show2:13 The Mets rotation4:30 Minor leauge options?6:24 Jacob deGrom plan8:55 deGrom opt out11:23 Buck Showalter14:00 Billy Eppler and management upgrade15:57 Early overreaction: