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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?

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

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

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

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 20:10 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: The starting rotation 21:50 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: The bullpen 23:30 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: The lineup 25:25 The Mets Pod Temperature Check: The defense 28:35 The Mets Pod 2025 Season Predictions! 53:20 Down on the Farm/Mailbag – best prospects for certain categories 56:55 Mailbag – Brett Baty and Luisangel Acuna 59:00 Mailbag – talking to Connor and Joe at live shows 01:01:20 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 training 03:25 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 fan 07:35 Favorite all-time Mets 08:25 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 game 12:05 Excitement for the 2025 season 14:15 Buying unique Mets gear in Port St. Lucie 15:30 The Mets Pod Mount Rushmore: Jon’s best Mets games attended 17:45 Jon’s 2025 breakout player and Mets win total predictions 19:55 Goodbye to Jon 21:10 Down on the Farm: Recapping the Spring Breakout game 29:25 Mailbag – explaining pitch shapes 32:10 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 Canning 17:25 The state of the starting rotation: David Peterson 19:30 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 game 22:50 Down on the Farm: Excited to talk with Steve Gelbs and Jim Duquette about the whole farm system during the game 24:45 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.

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 show 01:15 How being a former big leaguer helps in this job 01:50 Interviewing for Mets manager, pivoting to this role 02:45 The challenges of the big picture of the organization, learning so many players and people 03:40 The leaders throughout the development system, getting better with time 05:10 Jett Williams and Drew Gilbert, learning from a prospect’s rehab 06:10 Talking Brandon Sproat 07:35 The challenges and changes from Double-A to Triple-A 09:25 What are the next steps for Nolan McLean? 10:50 What made Jonah Tong step up in the system 12:30 Carson Benge, Jonathan Santucci, and the 2024 draft class 15:10 The goals for the Mets minor league system overall 16:35 Goodbye to Andy Green 16:45 Top prospect Drew Gilbert joins the show 16:55 What was the offseason like? 17:35 Recovering from injury, missing most of 2024 18:05 Experience in the Arizona Fall League with Jett Williams 18:40 Going to Amazin’ Day, looking forward to a future at Citi Field 19:20 Having former college teammate Blade Tidwell in the Mets organization 20:05 Learning from Juan Soto, Brandon Nimmo, and other veterans 20:45 Goals for the 2025 season, thinking of a big league call up? 21:35 Goodbye to Drew Gilbert 22:00 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 the 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.

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 Collins 02:45 Frankie Montas is hurt, what now for the rotation? 11:10 Pete Alonso is talking forward 13:20 Juan Soto in camp 18:05 Steve Cohen speaks 25:00 Mailbag: What to do in at Mets spring training Port St. Lucie 29:05 Mailbag: Where Juan Soto fits in the batting order 33:25 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 Collins 02:45 Mailbag: Pete Alonso concerns 07:55 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 Tidwell 32:40 Mailbag: Jeff McNeil 2025 Upside/Downside 37:05 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 now 13:15 The Mets Pod will be live at spring training in Port St. Lucie on 2/22!

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo keep talking about Pete Alonso, while also talking about the actual Mets who are already ramping up spring training. Connor and Joe cover the latest non-news in the Alonso free agency journey, examine the signing of infielder Nick Madrigal and what that could mean for any possibility of a reunion with Jose Iglesias, then go Down on the Farm to deliver a status report on former first-round pick, catcher Kevin Parada. The guys then answer a wide range of Mailbag questions about Jose Butto, Luisangel Acuna, Francisco Alvarez, 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! 02:20 The Mets Pod will be live at spring training in Port St. Lucie on 2/22! 04:20 The Pete Alonso conversation goes on and on 11:10 Filling out the infield: Jose Iglesias VS Nick Madrigal 15:35 Down on the Farm: Kevin Parada status report 19:15 Mailbag – The role for Jose Butto 23:00 Mailbag – Luisangel Acuna, starting 2B? 28:35 Mailbag – How does Francisco Alvarez make next steps at the plate? 34:15 Mailbag – Setting player values 41:50 Mailbag – Is the bullpen set?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo continue the “exhausting” conversation about Pete Alonso, while also discussing actual moves made by the Mets. Connor and Joe cover the latest in the Alonso ongoing saga, then chat about the return of Ryne Stanek to the Mets bullpen, the still-available Jose Iglesias, and go Down on the Farm to discuss prospect Elian Pena. The guys also take on Mailbag questions about where to play Jeff McNeil, what the cost would be to trade for Dylan Cease, and what they thought of the new uniform revealed by the Mets at Amazin’ Day. 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! 02:30 The “exhausting” Pete Alonso conversation 13:15 Ryne Stanek is back in the bullpen 19:00 Will the Mets bring back Jose Iglesias? 24:00 Down on the Farm/Mailbag – Elian Pena 28:10 Mailbag – Jeff McNeil at the hot corner? 32:35 Mailbag – What would it take to get Dylan Cease? 36:30 Mailbag – Thoughts on the new uniforms? 43:05 Announcing the winner of the Cadillac Club ticket giveaway

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo record the show live with an audience at Amazin’ Day at Citi Field, as Mets fans filled the ballpark for a full-day fan festival! Connor and Joe cover the offseason so far, what still lies ahead between now and spring training in Port St. Lucie, and of course the latest drama surrounding the free agency of Pete Alonso. Then the guys turn the show into a town hall, as the crowd takes over with topics and questions about prospects, Max Scherzer, the NL East race, and of course more about talk about Pete Alonso. 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, live from Amazin’ Day at Citi Field! 01:30 Pete Alonso and what’s left to do in the offseason 03:10 The current look of the lineup 05:25 The status of the starting rotation, and who starts Opening Day? 09:00 What are you most excited to see in spring training? 11:45 Is prospect Ryan Clifford a factor in the Alonso situation? 13:25 Is Max Scherzer a real option? 15:00 What’s the deal with Jack Flaherty? 15:45 If no Pete, what about Jose Iglesias at third with Mark Vientos at first? 18:30 Where do the Mets fall in the NL East? 21:25 Steve Cohen comments on Pete Alonso negotiations, what about Spencer Torkelson? 25:25 Is Alonso not a David Stearns guy? 27:50 Which Mets prospect will most likely contribute in 2025? 29:35 What’s the gimmick for 2025, and can the relationship with Pete be salvaged?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are still talking about Pete Alonso, and but also talking about the actual addition of A.J. Minter and the re-addition of Jesse Winker. Connor and Joe continue to cover the saga of Pete and the Mets, while also examining the bullpen addition of Minter, as well as the fit for Winker in the lineup. The guys also consider possible trade chips for Vladimir Guerrero Jr, look ahead to the possible MLB arrival of Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami next offseason, and do a deep dive on the debate about whether or not the Dodgers are “bad for baseball.” 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 Mets Pod will be at Amazin’ Day at Citi Field! 03:45 The Pete Alonso saga continues 16:10 Mailbag: If Pete leaves, will the Mets chase Munetaka Murakami next year? 19:55 Jesse Winker returns 24:40 Where does Starling Marte fit? 27:20 Mets sign A.J. Minter 32:20 Mailbag: Would you trade Brandon Sproat for Vladimir Guerrero Jr? 36:25 Mailbag: Are the Dodgers bad for baseball?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are still checking on Pete Alonso, and checking the checklist for the remainder of the offseason. Connor and Joe talk about the Mets and Alonso potentially coming together on a three-year deal, then turn the page on Roki Sasaki while looking ahead to the signing of high-ranking international prospect Elian Pena. Later, the guys look at adding to the bullpen, adding one more hitter, and answer Mailbag questions about re-adding Nate Lavender one day, plus looking at trades for more starting pitching. 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! 01:50 Why are we still waiting for Pete Alonso? 07:30 What’s the middle point between the Mets and Pete? 14:30 Mailbag: Why five years isn’t in the cards for Alonso 19:45 Goodbye Roki Sasaki, hello Elian Pena 26:55 Filling out the bullpen 31:30 Finding one more bat 34:20 You play GM!Here’s two scenarios, choose! 40:40 Down on the Farm Mailbag: Nate Lavender return? 42:40 Mailbag: Questions about contract values 50:25 Mailbag: Prospects for more starting pitching?

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are waiting to stop waiting for Pete Alonso and looking at bullpen opportunities for the Mets. Connor and Joe try to sort out where things will go with Pete and his free agency, while also exploring high end options to add to the Mets relief crew, including the possibility of Tanner Scott. Later, the guys explain the rules regarding signing Roki Sasaki, go Down on the Farm to discuss 2025 expectations for power-hitting prospect Ryan Clifford, and answer Mailbag questions about potential trades and the idea of resurrecting Noah Syndergaard. 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 Vote for The Mets Pod for Best Baseball Podcast! 04:05 What’s the deal with Pete Alonso? 17:00 Mailbag: A proposal for Pete Alonso 21:15 Building a bullpen, Tanner Scott? 26:35 Mailbag: Roki Sasaki questions 30:55 Down on the Farm Mailbag: Ryan Clifford 34:45 Mailbag – Will David Stearns make a trade? 38:10 Mailbag – How about a tryout for Noah Syndergaard 42:40 Closing Thoughts

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are ringing in 2025 by checking in on where things stand for the Mets as the ball falls on 2024. First up, the guys go long on the latest news and non-news surrounding Pete Alonso, deliver an update on the pursuit of Japanese star pitcher Roki Sasaki, and go Down on the Farm to discuss the Mets prospects best positioned to make an impact on the big league team this season. Later, Connor and Joe reveal their New Year’s Resolutions for themselves and the Mets, and answer Mailbag questions about Pablo Lopez, a 6-man starting rotation, offensive options beyond Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman, 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! 00:50 Vote for The Mets Pod for Best Baseball Podcast! 01:45 What’s going on with Pete Alonso? 14:50 The latest update on Roki Sasaki 21:35 Down on the Farm: Prospects who can impact 2025 30:10 The Mets Pod New Year’s Resolutions 36:45 Mailbag – Make a move for Pablo Lopez? 39:55 Mailbag – Roster ramifications of a 6-man rotation 40:55 Mailbag – Bats beyond Alonso and Bregman? 43:40 Mailbag – Thoughts on criticism of the Juan Soto signing?