Mets bring in Jorge Polanco, Padres trade noise, and what David Stearns could do next

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo react to the deal between the Mets and Jorge Polanco, and look for more moves ahead. The guys break down the Polanco signing, and what his role will be with the team, then dig through the noise surrounding potential trade action between the Mets and Padres. Connor and Joe also go Down on the Farm to pick an “untouchable” prospect, and answer Mailbag questions about Devin Williams, Jett Williams, David Stearns’ style of negotiation, and how long of a leash the Mets president of baseball operations actually has with owner Steve Cohen. 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 show00:55 Mets agree to deal with Jorge Polanco10:05 Trade noise around the Mets matching up with the Padres19:30 Down on the Farm presented by Binghamton University19:50 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: A prospect not to trade?24:05 Mailbag: Devin Williams as closer all along?Jett Williams future SS?29:10 Mailbag: Is the style of David Stearns having a negative impact on players?34:55 Mailbag: Are future MLB labor issues factoring into Mets strategies?37:40 Mailbag: How long is David Stearns’ leash with Steve Cohen?44:20 Mailbag: Pick one GM job yourself: Mets, Jets, or Cowboys? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On an emergency episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo break down the facts and emotions surrounding the news that Pete Alonso is no longer with the New York Mets. Connor and Joe look at what happened, why it happened, and what could possibly come next for the Mets as the Polar Bear agrees to a 5-year, $155 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles.  The guys hope to see a plan come together from David Stearns and Steve Cohen to make the Mets contenders, as right now for the fans, it’s one of the “bad times.” Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On a live episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome The Athletic’s Will Sammon to the show from the MLB Winter Meetings in Florida. The guys react to the shocking departure of Edwin Diaz to the Dodgers, look at ways the Mets can build a bullpen with other parts, and examine what might come next for David Stearns and company with Pete Alonso, starting pitching, and so many more question marks floating around the organization. Later, Connor and Joe open the Mailbag to answer questions about Bo Bichette, Tarik Skubal, and 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, and welcome The Athletic’s Will Sammon00:55 Edwin Diaz is gone, why did he leave the Mets for the Dodgers?03:50 How will the Mets build the bullpen now?05:20 Now what for the Mets and Pete Alonso?07:35 The starting pitching trade market09:30 The starting pitching free agent market11:50 Outfield defense goals13:45 Is David Peterson a trade candidate?15:45 Other options for offense18:10 Goodbye to Will18:35 More Diaz reaction28:55 Numbers for Pete36:00 Mailbag: Bo Bichette at 1B?38:05 Mailbag: Smoke on a Tarik Skubal trade?40:25 Down on the Farm: The MLB Draft Lottery brings Mets no luck43:05 Mailbag: Questions about Steve Cohen and David Stearns48:35 Mailbag: Three names to save the offseason52:25 Mailbag: Possible Diaz didn’t want to come back?56:00 Closing Thoughts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo react to the news that the Mets agreed to a deal with reliever Devin Williams, while delivering a full preview of next week’s MLB Winter Meetings. First up, the guys look at the deal for Devin, including what it means for the Mets and the future of Edwin Diaz. Later, Connor and Joe dive into stories of friction in the Mets clubhouse, explore trade scenarios surrounding Kodai Senga, break down deals for Dylan Cease and Ryan Helsley, and go Down on the Farm in search of more relief help. The show wraps up with a Mailbag featuring questions about Tatsuya Imai, Juan Soto as DH, Luisangel Acuna, and 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!00:45 Initial reaction to the Devin Williams signing, and what’s next for Edwin Diaz?08:15 Francisco Lindor vs Jeff McNeil and vs Juan Soto20:25 The Dylan Cease deal and the starers market23:40 Will Kodai Senga stay or go?31:40 The Ryan Helsley deal and the reliever market33:55 Trent Grisham takes QO, what now for Cody Bellinger?37:20 Down on the Farm presented by Binghamton University37:30 Down on the Farm/Mailbag – relievers up from the farm?39:30 Mailbag; Tatsuya Imai doubleheader of questions44:10 Mailbag: Juan Soto at DH?47:10 Mailbag: Offers for Edwin Diaz51:10 Mailbag: Luisangel Acuna an option in CF? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On an emergency episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo react to a shocking trade by the Mets, as David Stearns strikes a deal with the Texas Rangers to swap Brandon Nimmo for Marcus Semien.  The guys break down the what and the why of the trade, examine what the Mets are getting in Semien both offensively and defensively, and look ahead to the possible moves that might come next if this deal truly is a “first domino” of the offseason. Connor and Joe also discuss what this trade means for prospect Jett Williams, and look back at the legacy of Brandon Nimmo in New York, including a story from Joe about Brandon’s time in Brooklyn. 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 Initial reaction to the Brandon Nimmo/Marcus Semien trade06:10 What are the Mets getting in Marcus Semien?10:55 The new flexibility and the next Mets moves to come18:00 What does this deal mean for Jett Williams?20:55 Brandon Nimmo’s Mets legacy27:40 Closing Thoughts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo keep talking Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, and also dive into a new Mets Top 30 Prospect List!First up, the guys look at the deal that Josh Naylor signed in Seattle to stay with the Mariners, and discuss whether or not that contract truly affects the free agent market for Alonso.Then, Connor and Joe react to comments from closer Edwin Diaz about the odds for his Mets return being “50/50.” Later, the guys get into Joe’s all-new Top 30 Mets Prospects List, and open the Mailbag to take on questions about Ketel Marte, Alex Bregman, Tatsuya Imai, Nate Lavender, and the potential of David Stearns hiring a GM. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts and read Joe DeMayo’s Top 30 Mets Prospects List at www.sny.tv!Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show!03:20 Josh Naylor signs in Seattle, what it means for Pete Alonso11:15 Edwin Diaz says odds are 50/50 he returns to the Mets18:20 Down on the Farm: Joe’s all-new Top 30 Mets Prospects List!21:00 Big rise: A.J. Ewing24:20 Big fall: Boston Baro27:10 Name to know: Zach Thornton28:05 Name to know: R.J. Gordon29:55 Mailbag: Trade for Ketel Marte?35:30 Mailbag: Sign Alex Bregman?37:50 Mailbag: Thoughts on Tatsuya Imai?41:15 Mailbag: Does Nate Lavender have a shot at OD bullpen role?43:45 Mailbag: Will David Stearns ever hire a GM? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo react to all the offseason noise coming out of the GM Meetings in Las Vegas. Connor and Joe react to quotes from Mets president of baseball ops David Stearns about Carson Benge having a chance to make the team, the possible returns of Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz, the future for Kodai Senga, and the search for a “Number One” starting pitcher.  The guys go Down on the Farm to decode what Stearns said about Jett Williams, and also answer Mailbag questions about Shota Imanaga, Dustin May, Alek Manoah, and Trent Grisham. 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!00:50 It’s GM Meetings week, which is something03:35  Reacting to David Stearns on Carson Benge08:20 Reacting to David Stearns on Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz17:35 Reacting to David Stearns on Kodai Senga23:30 Reacting to David Stearns on finding Number 1 starter26:55 Down on the Farm presented by Binghamton University27:10 Reacting to David Stearns on Jett Williams30:00 Mailbag: Thoughts on Shota Imanaga?32:25 Mailbag: Reclamation projects: Dustin May or Alek Manoah?38:50 Mailbag: Trent Grisham a fit for CF for 2026? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo welcome the official beginning of the offseason, as the 2026 Mets begin to take shape. First up, the guys recap the World Series and look for lessons to learn from the Dodgers success, then discuss the free agencies of Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz, the return of A.J. Minter, as well as the prospect of Justin Willard as the team’s new pitching coach.  Then, Connor and Joe do a deep dive into several free agent options for the Mets in the position player group. The show then goes Down on the Farm for a report on pitcher Jonathan Santucci, and answers Mailbag questions about the bullpen, the Dodgers being a threat to sign Diaz, trading for Vinnie Pasquantino, pursuing Alex Bregman and Josh Naylor, and which Mets player should enter the tournament to be John Cena’s final opponent in WWE. 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!01:05 A crazy good World Series, lessons learned09:00 Justin Willard as new pitching coach11:55 Edwin Diaz and Pete Alonso officially opt out15:30 A.J Minter opts in, the bullpen moving forward18:40 Diving into the free agent market for position players (non-1B division)34:05 Down on the Farm: Jonathan Santucci36:20 Mailbag: Mets bullpen vs Dodgers/Blue Jays37:40 Mailbag: Dodgers a threat to sign Diaz?39:10 Mailbag: Vinnie Pasquantino as a trade option?42:40 Mailbag: Alex Bregman + Josh Naylor or Pete Alonso?44:50 Mailbag: Which Mets player should be John Cena’s final opponent? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo talk old and new coaches, plus the Mets forever search for starting pitching. The guys cover the likely departure of first base coach Antoan Richardson, the addition of hitting coach Troy Snitker, and also take a quick look back at the chase and non-addition of Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Connor and Joe then dive into the free agent market for starting pitchers, considering such options as Dylan Cease, Framber Valdez, Ranger Suarez and more. The show then goes Down on the Farm for a report on reliever Dylan Ross, and answers Mailbag questions about Brandon Sproat, first base trade options if needed, targeting Twins hurler Pablo Lopez as a trade possibility, and a new contract for Edwin Diaz. 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!01:10 First base coach Antoan Richardson and Mets don’t come to deal05:50 Troy Snitker hired as new hitting coach09:40 Looking back at the chase for Yoshinobu Yamamoto17:00 Diving into the free agent market for starting pitchers17:40 Dylan Cease22:00 Framber Valdez25:25 Ranger Suarez28:25 Other options33:25 Down on the Farm presented by Binghamton University: Dylan Ross36:00 Mailbag: What are the main skills of Brandon Sproat?38:35 Mailbag: 1B trade options if Pete Alonso leaves42:30 Mailbag: Pablo Lopez as a trade option?45:30 Mailbag: How many years is too many years for Edwin Diaz? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo turn their offseason focus towards the Mets starting rotation. The guys start off the show with their thoughts on the reports that Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal could hit the trade market this offseason, and talk about the Mets new bench coach and Director of Major League Hitting. Connor and Joe then take on a “Mailbag Challenge” and negotiate Mets mock trades for Skubal, Paul Skenes, Freddy Peralta, Joe Ryan, and Sandy Alcantara. The show also goes Down on the Farm to check in on Nick Morabito and Chris Suero at the Arizona Fall League, and answers a Mailbag question about the possibility of the Mets pursuing free agent Cody Bellinger. 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 Will Tarik Skubal be available in a trade this offseason?11:50 The Mets make some coaching calls15:25 Mailbag Trade Challenge: Connor and Joe play GM16:00 Make the trade: Tarik Skubal24:10 Make the trade: Paul Skenes27:15 Make the trade: Joe Ryan28:55 Make the trade: Freddy Peralta32:20 Make the trade: Sandy Alcantara35:10 Down on the Farm: Nick Morabito and Chris Suero in the Arizona Fall League38:00 Mailbag – a new idea for The Scoreboard40:15 Mailbag – Mets and Cody Bellinger a match? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.