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

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 far06:50 The bullpen so far10:30 Mailbag – long men relievers?12:30 The hitters so far16:20 Francisco Lindor so far18:05 Down on the Farm: Blade Tidwell and Brandon Sproat23:15 The Scoreboard Returns, making this week’s bets!32:00 Mailbag – Alcantara vs Cease?36:45 Mailbag -Alexander Canario and the OF44:40 The home opener ahead

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 205:00 The state of the starting rotation07:25 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 retirement15:05 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 Gary20:10 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: The starting rotation21:50 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: The bullpen23:30 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: The lineup25:25 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: The defense28:35 The Mets Pod 2025 Season Predictions!53:20 Down on the Farm/Mailbag – best prospects for certain categories56:55 Mailbag – Brett Baty and Luisangel Acuna59:00 Mailbag – talking to Connor and Joe at live shows01:01:20 Mailbag – Brandon Nimmo’s health status

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are joined by Jon Hurwitz, co-creator of Cobra Kai, Harold & Kumar, and a die-hard Mets fan, to talk about movies, the Mets, and more. Jon reveals what it was like ending Cobra Kai and also working with John Cena, before revealing what it was like hanging out with Joe and Connor in spring training! Jon also talked to the guys about becoming a Mets fan, how he found out the news of Juan Soto’s signing, the best Mets games he’s ever attended, and some 2025 predictions - while also helping to review and grade Joe’s performance on the SNY broadcast of the Mets Spring Breakout game. Later, Connor and Joe go Down on the Farm for a full recap of the prospects in Sunday’s game, and answer Mailbag questions about pitch shape and lesser-known prospects on the rise. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:00:00 Cobra Kai co-creator and Mets fan Jon Hurwitz joins the show!01:35 Spending time at Mets spring training03:25 How was it ending Cobra Kai?04:35 What was it like working with John Cena on Blockers?05:40 If you could cast one current Mets player on Cobra Kai, who would it be?06:15 How Jon became a Mets fan07:35 Favorite all-time Mets08:25 Where were you when you heard about the Juan Soto signing?09:55 Rating and grading Joe’s performance on SNY during the Spring Breakout game12:05 Excitement for the 2025 season14:15 Buying unique Mets gear in Port St. Lucie15:30 The Mets Pod Mount Rushmore: Jon’s best Mets games attended17:45 Jon’s 2025 breakout player and Mets win total predictions19:55 Goodbye to Jon21:10 Down on the Farm: Recapping the Spring Breakout game29:25 Mailbag – explaining pitch shapes32:10 Mailbag – biggest prospect riser outside of the Top 10 list?38:05 Closing Thoughts

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are looking at injuries from the Mets mound to behind the plate, while also looking at the future with a prospect showcase! Connor and Joe start things off with the injury to Francisco Alvarez, and what the Mets can do to fill the temporary void at catcher.  The guys also examine the state of the starting rotation, specifically the states of Griffin Canning and David Peterson.  Later, Connor and Joe preview all the Mets prospects in the Spring Breakout game, which Joe will help call this Sunday on SNY with Steve Gelbs and Jim Duquette.  Finally the show closes by opening the Mailbag, with questions answered about potential MLB expansion, prospect Simon Juan, and the best places to watch a game at 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 show!01:25 Francisco Alvarez is injured, now what?11:25 The state of the starting rotation: Griffin Canning17:25 The state of the starting rotation: David Peterson19:30 Down on the Farm: Joe joins the call for SNY’s coverage of the Spring Breakout Game, Sunday at 5pm!21:15 Down on the Farm: Excited to see the 2024 draft class in the game22:50 Down on the Farm: Excited to talk with Steve Gelbs and Jim Duquette about the whole farm system during the game24:45 Mailbag – expansion in MLB, where’s your city, what’s your name?29:30 Mailbag – what Mets move would you have made?31:10 Mailbag – who is Simon Juan?33:35 Mailbag – best place to watch a game at Citi Field?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, recorded at Mets House NYC, the team's new pop up store in Union Square, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo discuss the top storylines coming out of Port St. Lucie, including the starting rotation, the loss of Jose Iglesias, and emergence of Jose Siri. Plus, the two take a closer look at Francisco Alvarez's swing adjustments and Joe breaks down some of the new additions to his top thirty prospects list. The guys finish up with some mailbag questions about Brandon Nimmo, Frankie Montas, and the 2025 bullpen. 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 Mets Pod, live from the Mets House in Union Square, NYC!01:35 The state of the starting rotation04:00 Max Kranick standing out in spring05:55 The Jose Iglesias saga finally ends09:55 Can Jose Siri be a “star?”12:35 Spring swing adjustment: Francisco Alvarez15:05 Connor and Joe get their swings analyzed, and there’s video!16:15 Down on the Farm: Joe’s new Top 30 Mets Prospects list is out – check it out at www.SNY.tv24:45 Mailbag – how long is too long to hold onto prospects?31:20 Mailbag – playing time for a banged up Brandon Nimmo?34:00 Mailbag – will the Mets trade for more starting pitching?36:16 Mailbag – surprise breakouts in the 2025 bullpen?38:50 Mailbag – better MLB The Show player, Connor or Joe??

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, recorded in Port St. Lucie from Mets spring training, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are joined by Mets Senior Vice President of Player Development Andy Green and one of the team’s top prospects Drew Gilbert!  First up, Green talks to Connor and Joe about his arrival to the organization, the improvement of the team’s player development system, and the latest surrounding prospects Brandon Sproat, Nolan McLean, Jonah Tong, Carson Benge, and so many more.  Up in the second spot is Gilbert, who reveals what is was like recovering from injury that cost him most of the 2024 season, and what he’s working on to bounce back in 2025 with a big league call up being just one call away. Later, the guys unpack the Mailbag for questions answered about Pete Alonso’s contract, modern pitching conventions, and the Mets franchise home run record. 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 Mets Pod, with more from Mets spring training in Port St. Lucie!00:55 Mets SVP of Player Development Andy Green joins the show01:15 How being a former big leaguer helps in this job01:50 Interviewing for Mets manager, pivoting to this role02:45 The challenges of the big picture of the organization, learning so many players and people03:40 The leaders throughout the development system, getting better with time05:10 Jett Williams and Drew Gilbert, learning from a prospect’s rehab06:10 Talking Brandon Sproat07:35 The challenges and changes from Double-A to Triple-A09:25 What are the next steps for Nolan McLean?10:50 What made Jonah Tong step up in the system12:30 Carson Benge, Jonathan Santucci, and the 2024 draft class15:10 The goals for the Mets minor league system overall 16:35 Goodbye to Andy Green16:45 Top prospect Drew Gilbert joins the show16:55 What was the offseason like?17:35 Recovering from injury, missing most of 202418:05 Experience in the Arizona Fall League with Jett Williams18:40 Going to Amazin’ Day, looking forward to a future at Citi Field19:20 Having former college teammate Blade Tidwell in the Mets organization20:05 Learning from Juan Soto, Brandon Nimmo, and other veterans20:45 Goals for the 2025 season, thinking of a big league call up?21:35 Goodbye to Drew Gilbert22:00 Mailbag – if Pete Alonso leaves next year, who will get the Mets franchise HR record, Soto or Lindor?22:55 Mailbag – changing the current conventions of pitching?25:55 Mailbag – what impact did the qualifying offer have on Pete Alonso’s free agency?28:15 Mailbag – does Pete Alonso ever get a long-term contract with the Mets, or anyone?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, recorded live in Port St. Lucie from Mets spring training, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are joined by former Mets manager Terry Collins to talk all about the Mets past, present, and future! The guys chat with Terry about stories from his years in spring training, David Wright having his number retired, the possibilities of this year’s team, and so much more.  Later, Connor and Joe cover every angle of spring training so far and take all kinds of questions from the crowd! 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 Mets Pod live from spring training in Port St. Lucie! 00:30 Former Mets manager Terry Collins joins the show01:15 Challenges of spring training for managers02:00 Yoenis Cespedes and Noah Syndergaard ride horses in 201603:15 This year’s Mets lineup04:00 How would TC fill out the 2025 Opening Day lineup card?05:10 Francisco Lindor as team captain06:10 Retiring David Wright’s number07:15 Expectations after exceeding expectations the year before08:50 Managing top prospects during spring training10:00 Will the 6-man rotation become the norm?11:50 Grading Carlos Mendoza in Year 1, and looking towards Year 212:55 Balancing analytics with the human elements15:00 Goodbye to Terry Collins16:05 Juan Soto as a member of the Mets, and other spring training observations17:10 Building a new culture with the Mets18:20 Buzz around prospect Brandon Sproat19:55 Down on the Farm: Prospects in big league camp21:50 Down on the Farm: Prospects on the back fields, including Matt Allan23:30 Mailbag – how many pitchers will the Mets use this year?25:00 Live Mailbag – who is the Mets center fielder of the future?27:20 Live Mailbag – if Pete Alonso leaves next year, who plays 1B?28:35 Live Mailbag – when will the Mets call up Brandon Sproat?30:00 Live Mailbag – is there a guy this year that will bring the energy?32:30 Live Mailbag – what is Jeff McNeil’s potential for 2025?34:25 Live Mailbag – will Edwin Diaz have a strong 2025 as a closer?36:15 Live Mailbag – where does Alonso fit in the lineup in order to break franchise HR record?38:20 Mailbag – who is the utility guy in 2025?41:25 Live Mailbag – where does Ronny Mauricio fit in 2025?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are talking about baseball in the sun, as Mets spring training is in full swing. Connor and Joe recap the early action featuring Juan Soto and Pete Alonso, plus react to wide-ranging comments from Mets owner Steve Cohen.  The guys also discuss the injury to Frankie Montas and possible rotation replacements, while also digging into the Mailbag to answer questions about the batting order, possible surprises in camp, and tips for fans traveling to Port St. Lucie. One idea for sure is to check out a live edition of The Mets Pod right outside the main gate of Clover Park at 11am on Saturday 2/22 before the first Mets spring training game! 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 Mets Pod will be live at spring training in Port St. Lucie on 2/22, with special guest Terry Collins02:45 Frankie Montas is hurt, what now for the rotation?11:10 Pete Alonso is talking forward13:20 Juan Soto in camp18:05 Steve Cohen speaks25:00 Mailbag: What to do in at Mets spring training Port St. Lucie29:05 Mailbag: Where Juan Soto fits in the batting order33:25 Mailbag: Spring training surprises?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are excited to watch Mets players walk through the parking lot in Port St. Lucie, and also excited to answer all your questions! The guys pour out a major Mailbag as spring training is getting started, by taking on questions about Pete Alonso expectations, Francisco Lindor as captain, more additions to the roster, potential from prospect Blade Tidwell, what Jeff McNeil’s role will be, and so much more. 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!01:00 The Mets Pod will be live at spring training in Port St. Lucie on 2/22, with special guest Terry Collins02:45 Mailbag: Pete Alonso concerns07:55 Mailbag: Interest in Jose Quintana or Brooks Raley?14:25 Mailbag: Will The Scoreboard return?  Will Starling Marte homer?!16:00 Mailbag: Which non-roster player will stick around the longest in PSL?20:30 Mailbag: Should Francisco Lindor be named captain?26:55 Mailbag/Down on the Farm: Top prospect swap for pitching?29:30 Mailbag/Down on the Farm: Blade Tidwell32:40 Mailbag: Jeff McNeil 2025 Upside/Downside37:05 Mailbag: What will make the 2025 season a success?

On an emergency episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are excited to close the book on the free agency of Pete Alonso, with the final chapter bringing the slugger back to Queens. Connor and Joe cover how the deal finally went down between the Mets and Pete, and what the 2025 team now looks like with spring training about to get started in Port St. Lucie. 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 Pete Alonso finally returns to the Mets!09:15 Looking at the 2025 lineup now13:15 The Mets Pod will be live at spring training in Port St. Lucie on 2/22!