The Mets Pod

On an emergency episode of The Mets Pod recorded live, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are joined by SNY's Steve Gelbs for real-time reaction to the news that the Mets signed free agent infielder Bo Bichette to a three-year contract. The guys break down the deal, and the quick pivot the Mets made after losing their pursuit of Kyle Tucker to the Dodgers, plus discuss the positives of Bichette, how he will fit the team, and what it all means for Brett Baty.  They also look ahead to what's next, including potential pitching additions and more outfield help.  Later, Connor and Joe go Down on the Farm to cover the official signing of top international prospect Wandy Asigen, and answer Mailbag questions about Lars Nootbaar, Austin Hays, and a possible trade match with the Minnesota Twins. 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
01:20 The Mets signed Bo Bichette, pivot after Dodgers get Kyle Tucker
01:40 How does Bo fit the roster?
03:30 What now for Brett Baty?
05:05 The search for contact hitters
08:00 What about pitching now?
10:40 The outfield plan?
12:45 Swiping Bo from Philly
14:20 Goodbye to Gelbs
15:50 More on the pivot and the pitching
21:40 Down on the Farm: Wandy Asigen
24:00 Mailbag: Lars Nootbaar + Austin Hays platoon?
25:55 Mailbag: Trade with the Twins?
27:20 What's next for the Mets?

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On the latest episode of The Mets Pod, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo kick off 2026 the way they ended last year, waiting for the Mets to make more moves. The guys discuss noise around Kyle Tucker and Framber Valdez, and throw around some other names that may match up with the Mets in free agency or trades. Connor and Joe also go Down on the Farm to talk about how "ready" top prospect Carson Benge really is, and answer Mailbag questions about how good the Mets really are, a potential trade match with the Guardians, the starting rotation, and what to do with the current crowd of young infielders. 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
02:00 New Year's Mets Resolutions
09:45 Kyle Tucker
14:45 David Stearns' free agent market strategy
23:15 Framber Valdez
29:55 Down on the Farm: Is Carson Benge MLB-ready?
34:55 Mailbag: What did 2025 reveal about the Mets organization?
40:55 Mailbag: Trade for Jose Ramirez and Cade Smith?
42:05 Mailbag: Current rotation + 2 more bats = comfortable?
49:20 Mailbag: What to do with the crowd of young infielders?

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On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo head into New Year’s looking at a very new Mets team for 2026. The guys break down the bullpen after the addition of Luke Weaver, react to the trade of Jeff McNeil to the A’s for a young pitching prospect, discuss the many former Yankees who have become current Mets, and wonder whether or not Cody Bellinger could join that group. Connor and Joe also go Down on the Farm to talk about international prospect Wandy Asigen, and answer Mailbag questions about David Stearns possibly hiring a GM, the appeal of Luis Robert Jr, and an interesting hypothetical trade scenario for Tarik Skubal. 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 Mets sign reliever Luke Weaver to a two-year deal 
03:35 Where does the bullpen stand now?
06:30 Many ex-Yankees are now Mets
09:05 Jeff McNeil traded to A’s for pitching prospect Yordan Rodriguez
17:55 Mets payroll questions
21:20 Is Cody Bellinger a Mets possibility?
29:50 Down on the Farm: Mets to sign international prospect Wandy Asigen
35:50 Mailbag: Emotions and grace for the moves of David Stearns?
41:05 Mailbag: Why won’t David Stearns hire a GM?
43:55 Mailbag: A tripleheader of questions about Luis Robert Jr
48:10 Mailbag: How about this Tarik Skubal trade idea?

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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 show
00:55 Mets agree to deal with Jorge Polanco
10:05 Trade noise around the Mets matching up with the Padres
19:30 Down on the Farm presented by Binghamton University
19:50 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?

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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.

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