Til Mets Do Us Part

A lot can happen in a week! After finalizing a contract with Bo Bichette, trading for Luis Robert Jr., and signing free agent RP Luis Garcia, David Stearns completed a trade with his old team, acquiring Brewers ace Freddy Peralta and Tobias Myers for prospects Brandon Sproat and Jett Williams. With the heavy lifting seemingly over this offseason, the Mets have remade their team into a World Series contender, after a disappointing 2025 season. With the vision finally in clear view, we can discuss if the Mets are truly better than they were last season, and what, if anything, they have left to do before opening day. Remember to subscribe and turn notifications on, so you never miss an episode! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tilmetsdouspart.substack.com

With the holidays now in the rearview mirror, and 2026 here, there are still plenty of players available, and the Mets have lots of holes to fill. How quickly will the Hot Stove pick back up? Which moves will the Mets make to complete their roster for the start of the season? Without revisiting the moves they didn't make, which players would YOU like to see them pursue? Were they right to not value Imai as an impact arm? Chances they sign Tucker or Bellinger? Remember to subscribe and turn notifications on, so you never miss an episode! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tilmetsdouspart.substack.com

With the trade of Jeff McNeil to the A's, the teardown of the old Mets' core is officially complete. Whether fans agree or not, the reality is, the 2026 team and beyond will look a lot different. If David Stearns builds a winner, he will be vindicated and celebrated. If he fails, it will get ugly. Undoubtably, he has a plan for 2026, but what is it? Let's talk about it. Plus, should Montreal get a team again? Where else will MLB expand to? And why the sports fans in London are awesome. You never know where the conversation will go on Walkoff Whiskey! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tilmetsdouspart.substack.com

The Mets signed RP Luke Weaver to a two-year deal, making him the second backend of the bullpen arm the Mets have added from their crosstown rival this offseason. With a number of former Bronx Bombers already in Queens, and rumors that the Mets are linked to Cody Bellinger as well, do you care if the Mets heavily pursue former Yankees? With the holidays expected to slow down the offseason next week, do you think the Mets will make another significant acquisition before then? Cohen sounds off on the Mets' payroll. Plus, whatever else is on your mind! Just me and you, 'til the glass is empty. Remember to subscribe and turn notifications on, so you never miss a show! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tilmetsdouspart.substack.com

In the inaugural episode of “Walkoff Whiskey,” John Saponaro talks to the live audience about what Mets fans should expect as the Winter Meetings kick off next week in Florida. Which players are likely to sign deals? How active will the Mets be? Who in the Mets' system is considered “untouchable” this trade season? Remember to subscribe to ‘Til Mets Do Us Part on all audio and video platforms to get all the shows from John and Ibby! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tilmetsdouspart.substack.com

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It's been a ROUGH STRETCH for our New York Mets. This off day was MUCH NEEDED This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tilmetsdouspart.substack.com

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Good AFTERNOON, Mets fans!I'm John from ‘Til Mets Do Us Part, and it's time for A DIFFERENT KIND OF ‘Til Mets Morning Minute, where we talk as quickly as possible about the biggest stories from the New York Mets.So, let's talk about Juan Soto. …Don't worry, I'm not an idiot, so it's not gonna be one of *THOSE* “Let's Talk About Juan Soto” videos.Juan Soto is a great player, a true generational talent, and he's been that every place that he's played since he was 19 years old. Has he been vintage Juan Soto to this point with the Mets? No. Does that matter? Also no… Only if you're dumb.First, it's been 19 games into a 15 year contract, any reaction is an overreaction. Second, he's still sporting an OPS+ or 125, or 25% better than league average, generally considered to put a player firmly in the “very good” category. Meaning his slumps are better than most players' best.Codify compared his first 19 games with the Mets to his first 19 with San Diego, and they're awfully close. Obviously, he went on to be predictably great in San Diego.Players are human, no matter how talented. Sometimes, they're going to need an adjustment period — whether that is moving 3,000 miles away after being traded from the only organization you've ever known, or trying to “prove yourself” all over again to a new fan base, after signing the biggest deal in the history of the sport.If you're worried, you're overreacting. If you booing, you're dumb. Be better.See you tomorrow!

Good morning, Mets fans!I'm John from ‘Til Mets Do Us Part, and it's time for the ‘Til Mets Morning Minute, where we talk as quickly as possible about the biggest stories from the New York Mets.The Minnesota Twins are a bad baseball team. They play sloppy, they don't have as many quality players as the Mets do throughout the roster, and they're dealing with a lot of injuries. Yet, somehow the Mets managed to lose a series to them this week, including the first back-to-back losses the Mets have suffered all season.Tuesday night, the Mets started strong on both sides of the ball, but faded in the middle innings and could never rebound — whatever, tip your cap, sometimes bad teams beat better ones. Wednesday afternoon, on the other hand, was one of the sloppiest games the Mets have played this season. Clearly a case of playing down to the competition.For most of the game, they lacked timely hitting, they swung at bad pitches, they showed some bad fundamentals, had some undisciplined at-bats, got an ill-advised send from a base coach and challenged a play they shouldn't have — which came back to bite them later. The 8th inning rally to get the game tied was exciting for a moment, but ultimately, not scoring in the 10th was the final straw.It's frustrating to lose a series like this, but baseball is an every day game, and players and fans alike gotta try and wash it way.See you tomorrow!

On a cold, windy, rainy night in Minnesota, the Mets picked up a tidy 5-1 victory over the lowly Twins.While none of Clay Holmes first few outings have been quite as dominant as his efforts in Spring Training, you can see the makings of an excellent starting pitcher.He picked up his second win of the season, going 5 innings, with 2 walks, 2 hits and 8 strikeouts. For a moment, he looked like the wheels were about to come off in the 5th, after a walk, a hit by pitch, a wild pitch and a 2nd walk loaded the bases. But he was able to find it again, getting out of the inning, only allowing 1 run.On the offensive side, Pete Alonso stayed hot, with 2 hits, 2 walks, an RBI, and a run scored. Acuña was on base 3 times, and Juan Soto added a big 2-run homer.#LGM #Mets #MLB

After another series win, the Mets are the only team in the league who hasn't lost 2 games in a row to this point.The offense started slow, but came on late. They were held scoreless thru 5.2, before putting up 8 runs in the final 3.1 innings. Vientos, Baty and Acuña all got involved in the offense, which was great to see. The Mets added a fluke run on an odd balk call by the 3B umpire on A's reliever José Leclerc -- whatever man, just take the runs.Kodai Senga was terrific. Not only was he the first Mets starter to reach the 7th inning this season, he completed 7 on just 79 pitches! Onto Minnesota! #LGM #Mets #MetsBaseball #MetsFans #MLB #Baseball

Busy couple of days, but I missed you guys! Since our last Morning Minute, the Mets wrapped up a 5-1 home stand before winning their first game in Sacramento v. the A's. Last night, however, the bats went cold again and the Mets were on the losing side of another frustrating game.The offense continues its cycle of boom or bust, with barely anything in between. David Peterson was sharp, but the 2 runs he gave up, were ultimately all the A's needed tonight. The Mets made some noise in the 9th against All-Universe closer Mason Miller, but it was too little too late. They're set for the rubber game today!