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The Mets Pod
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Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo bring you The Mets Pod, a podcast dedicated to all things New York Mets! SNY’s signature podcast is a weekly show that delivers everything a Mets fan wants to hear about the team from Queens, including news, analysis, exclusive interviews, special guests, and more!
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Chelsea Janes stops by to talk end of the Carlos Mendoza line, next steps for Mets and the trade deadline
3d ago00:53:39Tap to summarizeJoe DeMayo and guest co-host Chelsea Janes drop the latest episode of The Mets Pod, as Joe and SNY's MLB Insider cover the end for Carlos Mendoza and what comes next in the disappointing 2026 Mets season. Joe and Chelsea break down why now was the time the team chose to part ways with the manager, share their thoughts on comments from David Stearns, and look ahead to what the Mets can possibly sell for value at the MLB trade deadline. They also go Down on the Farm to check in on Jonah Tong, and answer Mailbag questions about the failed strategy of Stearns, questionable player development, and what prospects to look forward to seeing before the end of the season. 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! 01:25 The Week That Was...Mendoza fired, team still struggling 01:45 Carlos Mendoza out, why now? 10:20 Can Andy green make a difference? 12:50 Thoughts on David Stearns' comments 16:35 What is the Mets future for David Stearns? 19:20 Why is the defense so bad? 22:15 The state of the starting rotation 25:05 If there's a sale, what's the actual inventory? 31:00 Down on the Farm: Jonah Tong 35:00 Mailbag – Stearns undercover strategy, or nah? 40:55 Mailbag - Where's player development really at? 47:00 Mailbag - Who fills the spots after a sale? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Jim Duquette joins the show to talk starters, selling and more Mets topics
1w ago00:52:35Tap to summarizeJoe DeMayo and guest co-host Jim Duquette deliver the latest episode of The Mets Pod, as the Mets deliver another uninspiring week of baseball. Joe and Jim break down what's broken with Freddy Peralta, David Peterson, and the starting rotation, plus look towards the lineup after the return of Francisco Lindor. The guys also discuss both buying and selling at the trade deadline, go Down on the Farm to check in on an improving Kevin Parada, and answer Mailbag questions about a specific strategy for David Stearns at the deadline, and the practice of favoring left/right splits in lineup decisions. 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! 01:25 The Week That Was...not good 03:05 The starting staff is a big problem 04:20 David Peterson deep dive 08:45 Freddy Peralta, what's the trade value? 11:55 With future labor uncertain, will prospects be held at the trade deadline? 15:00 The lineup with Francisco Lindor 18:05 Alvarez, Vientos, Baty continue to underwhelm 22:35 Is a Mets trade deadline plan already in the planning stages? 28:35 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Kevin Parada 36:25 Mailbag – Can Stearns buy and sell? 42:30 Mailbag - A left/right splits obsession? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Steve Gelbs stops by the show to talk state of the Mets, plus a chat with prospect Jonathan Santucci
2w ago01:01:32Tap to summarizeJoe DeMayo and guest co-host Steve Gelbs drop the latest episode of The Mets Pod, as the Mets continue their step forward and step back moves. Steve and Joe cover the shaky starting rotation, including ups and downs from Freddy Peralta, an injury to Christian Scott, the return of Kodai Senga, and the improvement of Sean Manaea. The guys also talk Bo Bichette getting hot, Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing's effect on the clubhouse, and when to expect Francisco Lindor back on the field. Later, Joe goes Down on the Farm for an exclusive interview with rising Mets pitching prospect Jonathan Santucci, and then the show goes into the Mailbag to answer questions about Mark Vientos, Luis Robert Jr, trade deadline options, and Steve's all-time favorite celebrity interviews during Mets games. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 01:30 The Week That Was...meh 03:15 The starting staff is getting shaky 05:15 Kodai Senga is back 07:10 Freddy Peralta is uneven 10:15 Sean Manaea showing signs 14:00 Bo Bichette breaking out 18:05 Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing clubhouse effect 21:05 When will Francisco Lindor return? 26:00 Down on the Farm: Jonathan Santucci interview 42:00 Mailbag – How much more Mark Vientos? 47:05 Mailbag - A plan for Luis Robert Jr? 49:45 Mailbag - Steve Gelbs' favorite celebrity interviews 52:45 Mailbag – Trade Bo Bichette? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Mets survive the West Coast, can they do more than that back at home?
3w ago00:50:17Tap to summarizeJoe DeMayo and guest co-host Sal Licata deliver the latest episode of The Mets Pod, as the Mets come home from a west coast trip. Sal and Joe discuss the overall state of the team, the stalled rehab of Jorge Polanco, the emergence of Carson Benge, the slight steps forward for Bo Bichette, and the latest makeup of the starting rotation. Later, the guys go Down on the Farm for a status update on 2025 first-round draft pick Mitch Voit, and answer Mailbag questions about the development of A.J. Ewing, the bar for being buyers at the trade deadline, and the potential trade return for Freddy Peralta if the Mets decide to deal him away. 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! 01:35 The Week That Was...hanging in 05:50 Jorge Polanco and the DH situation 10:20 The Carson Benge breakthrough 17:20 Bo Bichette better, still need better 20:00 Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing in the outfield 25:30 Christian Scott dealing 27:55 Believe in Sean Manaea again? 31:30 Bullpen staying strong 33:45 Down on the Farm: Checking in on Mitch Voit 37:45 Mailbag – Looking back at A.J. Ewing's minor league splits 40:10 Mailbag - What's the bar to be buyers? 44:10 Mailbag – Can they sell AND contend for a WC? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Mets were OK in May, will June be boon or swoon?
Jun 200:41:23Tap to summarizeJoe DeMayo and guest co-host Jacob Wilkins deliver the latest episode of The Mets Pod, as the Mets wrap a decent May and flip the calendar towards a tougher schedule in June. Jacob and Joe do a deep dive on Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing, and all that's happened for the top prospects since the guys called their action in previous Spring Breakout games. They also look at the continued struggles of the offense, the loud noise that the bullpen is quietly making, and the state of the starting staff. The show also goes Down on the Farm to see where things stand with slugging prospect Ryan Clifford, and answers Mailbag questions about the MLB trade deadline, Mike Tauchman, A.J. Ewing leading off, 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! 02:05 The Week That Was...not bad, not bad 02:50 The state of the starting rotation 05:20 The low-scoring offense 07:30 The bullpen has been great 09:00 Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing 12:35 Down on the Farm: Checking in on Ryan Clifford 18:10 Mailbag – What's up with Mike Tauchman? 20:20 Mailbag - What are you buying at the trade deadline? 27:15 Mailbag – Will A.J. Ewing eventually hit leadoff? 28:55 Mailbag - Changing the schedule of the season 35:10 Closing Thoughts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Mets hit another downturn, can they recover from this spiral?
May 2600:43:05Tap to summarizeConnor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are back in the mud on the latest episode of The Mets Pod, as the Mets had another rather rough week. Connor and Joe let it all out by talking about the losses, the uninspired play, the utter lack of offense, the struggles of Nolan Mclean, and so much more. Later, the guys go Down on the Farm to introduce you to prospect Channing Austin, and answer Mailbag questions about how to handle a tough Mets summer, the situation at second base, and the future of the Mets front office. 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! 00:30 The Week That Was...bad, bad, and bad 15:15 Re-naming the Baby Mets, not really, but some laughs 16:35 Down on the Farm: Introducing Channing Austin 19:30 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week's predictions 20:55 The Scoreboard: A guest commentary and a break for a nice reason! 23:50 Mailbag – What should Mets fans do? 28:40 Mailbag – Marcus Semien and the second base situation 35:55 Mailbag - Should Steve Cohen change his POBO? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Mets pulling out some wins, as the youth movement continues
May 1900:51:39Tap to summarizeConnor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are proud to finally deliver a happy pod on the latest episode of The Mets Pod. After a week of dramatic wins, which included a sweep of the Tigers, a Subway Series victory over the Yankees, and a 10-run 12th inning in Washington, Connor and Joe recap it all - including notes on Carson Benge, A.J. Ewing, Bo Bichette, Nick Morabito, Mark Vientos, and more, plus a pitch to the audience to come up with a different nickname for the Mets youth movement that is better than "Baby Mets." The guys also go deep on the pitching, discussing Clay Holmes' injury, the call up of Zach Thornton, and what Jonah Tong has been doing Down on the Farm. The show wraps with a Mailbag featuring questions about the race back to a .500 record and what the lineup could look like once Francisco Lindor returns. 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! 00:40 The Week That Was...finally a good one 03:05 A.J. Ewing, Carson Benge, the kids are alright 06:10 Mark Vientos getting good at first base? 08:50 10 runs in the 12th inning!! 09:55 Can we come up with a better nickname than "Baby Mets" please? 10:45 Prospect Nick Morabito called up 17:35 Bullpen stepping up 21:20 Clay Holmes injury 21:50 Up from the Farm: Zach Thornton 25:10 Down on the Farm: Checking in on Jonah Tong 31:30 The Scoreboard: recapping last week's predictions 32:35 The Scoreboard: making next week's bets 39:55 Mailbag – .500 record by June 1st on the table? 43:30 Mailbag – What's the lineup with Lindor look like? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Mets call up top prospect A.J. Ewing, can this team find a spark?
May 1201:02:14Tap to summarizeConnor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look back on another tough week, but look ahead to the debut of top prospect A.J. Ewing on the latest episode of The Mets Pod. After another underwhelming stretch of play for the Mets, the guys discuss the call up of Ewing, the team's continued offensive struggles, and what to make of Francisco Alvarez. Later, Connor and Joe go Down on the Farm to check in on power-hitting prospect Ryan Clifford, and answer Mailbag questions about trade ideas, going back in time to the beginning of the offseason, hitting philosophy, and the overall direction of the Mets franchise. 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 Mets offense is bad and brutal 04:45 A.J. Ewing gets called up, can he help? 12:00 The Mets Pod hat winners are announced! 12:45 What to make of Francisco Alvarez 18:00 Down on the Farm: Checking in on Ryan Clifford 24:45 The Scoreboard: recapping last week's predictions 25:45 The Scoreboard: making next week's bets 34:15 Mailbag – How about these trade ideas? 38:15 Mailbag – What would you tell Stearns? 43:25 Mailbag - Hitting philosophy and messaging? 49:35 Mailbag - To re-build or not to re-build? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →The Mets show slight signs of life, can they get back up on their feet?
May 501:11:47Tap to summarizeConnor Rogers and Joe DeMayo recap a somewhat good, maybe not bad week on the latest episode of The Mets Pod. The guys discuss a Mets team that won some games, the shaky status of manager Carlos Mendoza, some offensive production, the ups and downs of Mark Vientos, Francisco Alvarez, Brett Baty, and Carson Benge, plus the ace-like work provided by Clay Holmes. Connor and Joe then cover the developing Christian Scott story, the non-development of hitting in the minor leagues the last few years, and answer Mailbag questions about the bullpen, Sean Manaea, and top prospect A.J. Ewing. 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 The week that was...a little better 02:50 Carlos Mendoza still manager, David Stearns drops "vote of confidence" 09:15 The offense shows slight signs of life 10:05 The ups and downs of Mark Vientos, is what he is? Alvarez? Baty? 19:25 Let's talk about Carson Benge 22:55 Clay Holmes has been awesome 26:30 Up From/Back Down/Up Again From the Farm: Christian Scott 35:35 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Hitting non-development? 44:55 The Scoreboard: recapping last week's predictions 46:00 The Scoreboard: making next week's bets 52:30 Mailbag – Starling Marte Scoreboard tiebreaker idea? 55:35 Mailbag – Will Lambert and Ross get called up soon? 58:40 Mailbag - Why no surgery for Sean Manaea? 01:03:20 Mailbag - when will A.J. Ewing get called up, and what to do with Luis Robert Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →The Mets are on the edge, can Carlos Mendoza and crew steady the ship?
Apr 2800:53:58Tap to summarizeConnor Rogers and Joe DeMayo diagnose more losing baseball on the latest episode of The Mets Pod. The guys go long on all of the Mets' problems, from the front office, through the coaching staff, to the entire roster. Who is to blame, why is it happening, what can be done, and will changes soon be made? Connor and Joe also go Down on the Farm to check in on the literal ups and downs of Christian Scott, and the recent promotion of top prospect A.J. Ewing to Triple-A Syracuse. The show wraps up with a Mailbag to answer questions about lack of hitting development, signing veterans to short-term deals, and a fun but also sad scenario for first base. 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 The week that was...terrible just like last week 05:25 The offense is so bad 09:45 The blame and the future: Carlos Mendoza 18:10 Up From/Back Down on the Farm: Christian Scott 19:50 Down on the Farm: A.J. Ewing promoted to Triple-A Syracuse 25:15 The Scoreboard: recapping last week's predictions 26:40 The Scoreboard: making next week's bets 34:15 The Mets Pod hat sweepstakes is back! 35:00 Mailbag – Lack of hitting development 41:25 Mailbag – Triple Play: Questions about bringing in short-termers 50:00 Mailbag - Polanco for Alonso, who says no?! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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