The Mets Pod

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 show02:00 New Year's Mets Resolutions09:45 Kyle Tucker14:45 David Stearns' free agent market strategy23:15 Framber Valdez29:55 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? 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 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 show01:00 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 Mets09:05 Jeff McNeil traded to A’s for pitching prospect Yordan Rodriguez17:55 Mets payroll questions21:20 Is Cody Bellinger a Mets possibility?29:50 Down on the Farm: Mets to sign international prospect Wandy Asigen35:50 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 Jr48:10 Mailbag: How about this Tarik Skubal trade idea? 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 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.