Podcast appearances and mentions of Bo Bichette

The Mets remain one of the most perplexing teams in all of Major League Baseball, which is why they are a fantastic topic for Bradfo and Laura Albanese of Newsday to dive into. Should they buy? Should they sell? What has gone wrong? What is the future of Bo Bichette? All that and some outstanding talk about t-shirts make this another top-tier discussion with the Mets' beat writer.

** THIS IS A SHORT PREVIEW OF THIS WEEK'S PATREON-EXCLUSIVE BONUS EPISODE. TO HEAR THE EPISODE IN FULL, PLUS AD-FREE EPISODES OF THE MAIN SHOW, AND AVOID EVER SEEING THESE PREVIEW SHOWS IN YOUR FEED AGAIN, SUPPORT US AT PATREON.COM/BJHH **For this week's Patreon-exclusive bonus episode, we considering the cases of Blue Jays free-agents-to-be Kevin Gausman, George Springer, and others, through the lens of the club's recent history of deciding whether to retain beloved players—like Bo Bichette, Teoscar Hernández, Robbie Ray, etc.—or to move on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week In Fantasy Baseball - John Ke (@thejohnke) and Patrick Fitzgerald (@PFitzgerald_99) catch you up on everything in "This Week in Fantasy Baseball"!   John and Patrick discuss whether Bo Bichette can get back to his 2025 standard of performance, if Willson Contreras' move to Fenway has produced real results, and who's the best out of a bunch of SP2s, Kevin Gausman, Logan Gilbert, or Nolan McLean? Plus injury updates and streamers at the end of the show!   Timestamps: 4:14 - Injury Updates 13:42 - Bo Bichette and Jacob Misiorowski 21:32 - Jackson Chourio and Kevin Gausman 27:51 - Willson Contreras and Stephen Kolek 34:18 - Dylan Crews and MacKenzie Gore 42:20 - Bryan Reynolds and Logan Gilbert 49:08 - Kyle Stowers and Nolan McLean 57:07 - Streamers   Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Youtube Connect: @ThisWeekPL | thisweekplpod@gmail.com Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This Week In Fantasy Baseball - John Ke (@thejohnke) and Patrick Fitzgerald (@PFitzgerald_99) catch you up on everything in "This Week in Fantasy Baseball"!   John and Patrick discuss whether Bo Bichette can get back to his 2025 standard of performance, if Willson Contreras' move to Fenway has produced real results, and who's the best out of a bunch of SP2s, Kevin Gausman, Logan Gilbert, or Nolan McLean? Plus injury updates and streamers at the end of the show!   Timestamps: 4:14 - Injury Updates 13:53 - Bo Bichette and Jacob Misiorowski 21:32 - Jackson Chourio and Kevin Gausman 27:51 - Willson Contreras and Stephen Kolek 34:18 - Dylan Crews and MacKenzie Gore 42:20 - Bryan Reynolds and Logan Gilbert 49:08 - Kyle Stowers and Nolan McLean 57:07 - Streamers Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YoutubeConnect: @ThisWeekPL | thisweekplpod@gmail.com Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A staggering wave of superstar injuries has completely derailed fantasy baseball rosters, leaving managers scrambling for answers on the waiver wire. Corey Pieper breaks down a massive slate of breaking news, spectacular rookie pitching performances, costly duds, and the daily FanDuel Bet of the Day. The injury bug bit hard on Thursday night as fantasy royalty hit the shelf. Bobby Witt Jr. was forced to exit early with a right knee injury and is undergoing further medical testing, while Trea Turner left his ballgame after being struck by a pitch in the calf. Mike Trout lands on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. was knocked out early following a painful shot to the groin. Meanwhile, Adley Rutschman struggled through a hitless, two-strikeout performance after taking a throw directly to the head. On the mound, the Milwaukee Brewers suffer a crushing blow as breakout right-hander Quinn Priester is officially ruled out for the remainder of the 2026 season to undergo thoracic outlet decompression surgery. On the bright side, Wenceel Perez is managing a facial injury, Jose Soriano is expected to take the bump today after skipping his Thursday start with chest discomfort, and superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor is finally set to launch his minor league rehab assignment this Friday. Despite the medical chaos, a brilliant group of young arms took center stage. Gage Jump turned in a masterclass performance, firing seven brilliant innings of one-hit ball with seven strikeouts to completely shut down the Angels. Parker Messick flashed his best velocity of the season, racking up nine strikeouts over six innings of two-run ball against Milwaukee. Bryan Woo was absolutely flawless, spinning seven scoreless frames with nine strikeouts, matching a spectacular nine-strikeout duel against Shane Baz. Sean Burke excelled as a bulk follower behind opener Bryan Hudson, striking out eight over 7.1 brilliant innings against Ryan Weathers. Joe Ryan cruised through five scoreless frames, and Trey Yesavage battled veteran Sonny Gray in a gritty seven-inning showdown. Offensively, Juan Soto blasted two solo home runs, Wyatt Langford and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. both cleared the fence, and nearly the entire Kansas City starting lineup crossed the plate for a run, with only Nick Loftin missing out on the scoring barrage. On the negative side of the ledger, young arms hit a wall as Jack Leiter was shelled for six earned runs in just four innings, while Matthew Liberatore was lit up for seven runs in a brief 1.2-inning nightmare. High-profile bats completely frozen at the plate include Braden Montgomery falling below the .200 mark after a multi-strikeout collar, Jasson Dominguez and Brandon Marsh both punching out repeatedly, and Cal Raleigh enduring an ugly four-strikeout night to drop his average to .164, alongside quiet nights from Bo Bichette, Gunnar Henderson, Joc Pederson, and Brice Turang. Finally, we map out the weekend pitching landscape in our Pitching Planner, highlighting the upcoming returns of Mick Abel and Troy Melton, Jared Jones traveling into the thin air of Colorado, and a look at Shane Drohan. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

MLB puso sobre la mesa una propuesta enorme que podría cambiar por completo el Draft: sacar a los jugadores de high school, hacer elegibles a universitarios desde segundo año, reducir el Draft de 20 a 12 rondas y bajar el bonus pool de $358.7M a $200M.En este episodio analizamos qué busca MLB con este movimiento, por qué la MLBPA puede rechazarlo y cómo esto afectaría a prospectos, equipos pequeños, universidades y el desarrollo de talento.Además repasamos las noticias más calientes de la semana:

Ike, Spike, and Fritz discuss recent sports parades, highlighting long political speeches and a clerical error involving a retired jersey number. Dave Uram joins the segment to provide updates on the Phillies, including Dave Dombrowski's thoughts on Bryce Harper and Bo Bichette's decision to join the Mets.

The WIP Afternoon Show review the funniest moments from the last 24 hours of WIP, featuring out-of-pocket comments from Ruben Amaro Jr. They also discuss Hugh Douglas' dating app experiences and Andrew Painter being sent down by the Phillies. Dave Uram later joins to provide updates on Bo Bichette and lineup changes for the Mets series.

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss who the Giants could trade following reports that the team is getting ready to sell at the deadline, the Brewers extending Luis Lara and their trend of locking up prospects before they debut, Milwaukee's uncertain infield situation, whether surprise teams like the White Sox, Cardinals and Nationals should invest resources into competing this year, and what to make of the underwhelming AL Central.Listener email topics include how Bo Bichette would need to perform to justify opting out of his contract and a trade hypothetical that would send Bryan Abreu to the Pirates. 

Blake Murphy is joined by Blue Jays Central's Madison Shipman in-studio (32:32) to talk Dylan Cease coming up with big pitches against the Red Sox, Myles Straw's massive 14 pitch at-bat, signs the offence is coming around and what has changed with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s swing. Afterwards, FOX Sports' Deesha Thosar (50:42) discusses the surging Atlanta Braves, Bo Bichette and the Mets along with what she learned through her in-depth piece on Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman. Lastly, former Blue Jay and co-host of Bluebird Territory Ricky Romero (1:14:52) pops by to analyze what Vladdy is dealing with this season and reflects on the 2025 World Series. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

The Mets got a huge day at the plate scoring 9 runs and one person who is and has been at the center of it all lately is Bo Bichette who met with Pat McCarthy on the field to discuss the team's day at the plate and building off each other in the game.

The Mets avoided a sweep with a 9-1 victory over the Reds and after the game Carlos Mendoza met with the media to give his thoughts on the strong start from Nolan McLean along with the continued strong showing at the plate from Bo Bichette and Juan Soto.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning kick off the second hour with a look at the Maple Leafs coaching search. They discuss the team's interest in Western Michigan's Pat Ferschweiler, the pivot away from David Carle, and if they should take a closer look at John Tortorella. Next, Canadian PGA golfer Ben Silverman joins the show to discuss his experience at the RBC Canadian Open, the process of qualifying for the US Open, and his expectations for the course at Shinnecock Hills this weekend. Later, Jon Morosi of MLB Network stops by with thoughts on Davis Schneider's success at Fenway Park, George Springer's 300th home run, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season so far, the Blue Jays' trade deadline needs, and Bo Bichette's situation with the Mets. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Joe 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.

Corey Seager has been placed on the seven-day injured list after exhibiting persistent concussion symptoms. Corey Pieper analyzes a massive slate of major injuries, extensive performance lines, the Bullpen Report, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The medical updates are completely reshaping fantasy rosters as Grayson Rodriguez lands on the injured list with a back injury, Troy Melton is scratched due to lower back tightness, and Christian Scott hits the injured list with a hip impingement. Spencer Strider faces a four-week shutdown period, Trea Turner is managing a bruised wrist, and Gleyber Torres left his game early. On the transaction wire, Lourdes Gurriel returns to action while Ryan Waldschmidt gets optioned, Drake Baldwin is officially reinstated, and fantasy managers can expect Cal Raleigh, Kodai Senga, and Hunter Brown back on the active roster today. An explosive performance slate features Dustin May firing nine innings of one-hit ball with nine strikeouts, Zack Wheeler striking out nine over six innings, and Mackenzie Gore racking up ten strikeouts across seven frames while allowing four earned runs. Offensively, Pete Crow-Armstrong went 4-for-4 to hit for the cycle, Colt Keith launched three home runs with six RBIs, Eugenio Suarez hit two home runs with six RBIs, Nick Kurtz hit two home runs, and Isaac Paredes has four home runs over the last two weeks, alongside contributions from Joc Pederson, Bo Bichette, JJ Bleday, Cole Carrigg, Walbert Urena, Ryne Nelson, JT Ginn, and a mention of Chase Burns. On the negative side, Salvador Perez, Kyle Stowers, and Seiya Suzuki posted hitless outings with multiple strikeouts, while Kai-Wei Teng surrendered five earned runs in 3.1 innings and Jared Jones gave up five earned runs in four innings. The daily Bullpen Report breaks down critical late-inning vacancies and role changes across baseball, detailing Mason Miller heading to the bereavement list, Kenley Jansen returning to high-leverage duties, a possible injury to Andres Munoz, and the roles of Yoendrys Gomez and Elvis Alvarado. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Semana cargada de historias grandes en MLB: Yoshinobu Yamamoto estuvo a nada de un juego perfecto y perdió el no-hitter en el 9no; Mookie Betts dejó una de las imágenes más humanas de la temporada; Yordan Álvarez explotó con dos jonrones en una misma entrada; Sandy Alcántara llegó a los 1000 ponches y los Marlins alcanzaron .500 por primera vez desde abril.También hablamos del debut histórico de Blaze Jordan, la joya brutal de Jacob Misiorowski con rectas de 105 mph, los rumores del opt-out de Bo Bichette, el hito de Max Scherzer con 3500 K y las lesiones preocupantes de Chase Dollander, Spencer Strider y José Ramírez.Una semana de récords, sustos, regresos y nombres que pueden cambiar la narrativa de la temporada 2026.Support the show

Asians in Baseball is back, baby, and our guys are looking good!4:33 - All Star Game voting is already open?!? Vote 5x daily until 6/25, guide coming soon! Also, Tommy Pham is released by the Orioles, and Kim is NOT talking about trade rumors until at least July!! 8:48 - Lars Nootbaar is finally activated for the first time this year, Steven Kwan and Bo Bichette are on the up and up, and Seiya Suzuki was hot at the plate and in the field...until he tweaked his bad knee again. 21:30 - We're skipping Ohtani this week because his ERA is over 1 now, so he's washed!!!!! (jk, we talk about him in our hot topic)23:18 - Sean Manaea and Tomoyuki Sugano are crushing it, Tatsuya Imai and Roki Sasaki have great starts before returning to the disaster zone, Bryan Woo is "just tired of sucking," and Yoshinobu Yamamoto flirts with perfection and a no no and settles for an insanely impressive June. 45:06 - This week's HOT TOPIC, inspired by a post on Dodgers Nation -- “The question I have is, is it really worth it for Shohei Ohtani to go all-in on a Cy Young that right now the odds will say he's not going to win?”

Big Ben talks about Victor Wembanyama storming off the court after the Knicks defeated the Spurs in Game 5 to win the NBA Championship, talks that Bo Bichette will opt out of the remainder of his contract with the Mets, Maller to the Third Degree, Insta-Advice Line, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about rumors that Bo Bichette will opt out of $84 million left on his contract with the Mets, if Jo Adell or Seiya Suzuki would be a better fit for the Phillies playoff push, why anyone should buy the A's hype in Las Vegas, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlanta Braves ace Spencer Strider landed on the injured list with severe right elbow inflammation after an alarming velocity drop. Corey Pieper breaks down the latest injury updates across Major League Baseball, runs through the Waiver Wire segment, and locks in the FanDuel Bet of the Day. In news and injury updates, Jacob Wilson returned from the injured list while Brent Rooker was shelved, and Seth Lugo hit the concussion-injured list. AJ Puk had his rehab assignment paused after a setback, Nolan Gorman was optioned to Triple-A with Blaze Jordan making his MLB debut, and Adolis Garcia landed on the 60-day injured list with a torn right lat. Spencer Strider left his start with arm soreness leading to his injured list stint, Sean Sullivan left his debut at Las Vegas due to illness, and Trent Grisham hit the injured list with a right hamstring strain which prompted the activation of Jasson Dominguez. Jose Ramirez is dealing with a broken hamate bone, Evan Carter went to the injured list with an oblique strain, Seiya Suzuki is experiencing right knee discomfort, and Vinnie Pasquantino suffered a hamate fracture sidelining him four to six weeks. Cooper Pratt is set for a Tuesday call-up, Corey Seager is showing concussion symptoms, Josh Naylor fouled a ball off his shin, Andres Munoz has lower back tightness, Grayson Rodriguez is fighting back tightness after a poor outing, and Jose Soriano experienced a tight chest and sore legs despite a strong start. Additionally, Tarik Skubal returned Saturday throwing 4.2 innings allowing five hits, one walk, two earned runs, and four strikeouts, while Jack Flaherty hit the injured list with a left peroneal strain. For daily performance metrics, Jacob Misiorowski threw a complete game allowing one hit with 15 strikeouts, Tanner Bibee threw 7 innings allowing two hits and two walks with two earned runs and eight strikeouts while giving up solo home runs to Spencer Torkelson and James Outman, and Sandy Alcantara went 8 innings allowing five hits and one walk with three earned runs and seven strikeouts. Liam Hicks went 3-for-4 with three runs, one home run, and two RBIs Friday, Ceddanne Rafaela went 3-for-5 with three runs, one home run, three RBIs, and one steal Friday, Dominic Canzone hit a home run, and Yordan Alvarez hit two home runs with six RBIs Friday in the first inning. Nick Kurtz had an incredible week at Las Vegas, Byron Buxton went 3-for-3 with a home run Friday, Cole Carrigg homered Friday, Bo Bichette hit two home runs Friday, and Ivan Herrera hit two home runs Saturday. Cam Schlittler tossed 7 innings allowing six hits and four walks with one earned run and seven strikeouts against Kevin Gausman who threw 7 innings allowing one hit and two walks with one earned run and seven strikeouts, Yoshinobu Yamamoto went 8.1 innings allowing one hit and one earned run with seven strikeouts, and Shohei Ohtani returned Saturday going 1-for-3 with two runs, one home run, one RBI, and three walks after missing Friday. Max Muncy went 3-for-3 with two runs, two home runs, four RBIs, and two walks Saturday, Michael Soroka went 7 innings allowing two hits and one earned run with seven strikeouts, Jackson Chourio hit two home runs Saturday, and the Rockies faced the Athletics. Max Meyer pitched 6 innings allowing six hits and three walks with one earned run and nine strikeouts against Paul Skenes who went 6 innings allowing four hits and one walk with two earned runs and 10 strikeouts, Miles Mikolas threw 7 innings allowing three hits with three strikeouts, Keibert Ruiz went 3-for-4 with two runs, one home run, and two RBIs, and Geraldo Perdomo hit a home run and stole a base. AJ Ewing went 3-for-5 with two runs, one home run, and two RBIs Sunday, Stephen Kolek went 7.1 innings allowing five hits and one walk with zero earned runs and four strikeouts, Kyle Harrison threw 6 innings allowing three hits with three strikeouts, Alec Burleson hit another home run, Logan Webb pitched 8 innings allowing seven hits with seven strikeouts, and Cedric Mullins stole two bases Sunday. On the negative side, Brandon Nimmo went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts Friday, Evan Carter went 0-for-2 with two strikeouts Friday, Trey Yesavage went 5 innings allowing four hits and six walks with five earned runs and three strikeouts, Roki Sasaki went 4.1 innings allowing seven hits and three walks with seven earned runs and four strikeouts, Tatsuya Imai went 0.2 innings allowing four hits and one walk with five earned runs and one strikeout, and Ryan Weathers went 4.1 innings allowing five hits and one walk with six earned runs and two strikeouts. Andy Pages went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts, Zack Littell went 1.2 innings allowing four hits and one walk with five earned runs, Eduardo Rodriguez went 2.2 innings allowing two hits and five walks with one earned run and three strikeouts, Zach Neto went 1-for-5 with four strikeouts Friday and 0-for-5 with two strikeouts Sunday, Kyle Stowers went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts, and Dalton Rushing went 0-for-3 with three strikeouts Saturday. Spencer Torkelson went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts Saturday, Austin Riley went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts Saturday, and Trea Turner, Cristopher Sanchez, and Nico Hoerner were listed, while Spencer Horwitz went 0-for-4 with four strikeouts, Brandon Lowe went 0-5 with three strikeouts, Manny Machado went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts, Emerson Hancock pitched 4 innings allowing nine hits with six earned runs and two strikeouts, and Bryce Elder went 4 innings allowing 10 hits and two walks with six earned runs and two strikeouts. The daily Waiver Wire analysis highlights immediate priority additions and standard roster replacements to help maximize your upcoming category and points matchups. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mets have been trending in a more positive direction since the beginning of May and one player who has been helping the turnaround is Bo Bichette who met with Pat McCarthy to discuss turning things around and the need to keep grinding.

The Mets took a huge 7-5 victory to open their series against the Braves and after the game Carlos Mendoza met with the media to give some thoughts on Bo Bichette's night at the plate along with his thoughts on Nolan McLean's start.

Bo Bichette had a huge night at the plate for the Mets and after hitting 2 home runs including a grand slam he met with the media to discuss getting some confidence at the plate along with the importance to take a win against the best team in the league.

Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star catcher Will Smith was officially placed on the 10-day injured list due to neck inflammation. Corey Pieper breaks down the latest injury updates across Major League Baseball, runs through the Pitching Planner segment, and locks in the FanDuel Bet of the Day. In news and injury updates, Tarik Skubal sat while Kenley Jansen is out Friday, Seth Lugo underwent CT scans, and Justin Wrobleski suffered a hamstring contusion alongside Shohei Ohtani dealing with left knee inflammation. Jordan Lawlar makes his return today, while Antwone Kelly prepares for his MLB debut. For daily performance metrics, Tiger hitters Gleyber Torres, Wenceel Perez, Riley Greene, Colt Keith, Spencer Torkelson, and Zach McKinstry hit six home runs, while Keider Montero pitched 6.1 innings with four hits, one walk, and four strikeouts. Lars Nootbaar hit a home run, Alec Burleson homered in three straight games, and Bo Bichette and Juan Soto both hit home runs. Tyler Phillips pitched 5 innings allowing two hits and two walks with zero earned runs and five strikeouts against Merrill Kelly who went 6 innings allowing four hits, two walks, two earned runs, and one strikeout, while Cole Carrigg launched his first home run. On the negative side, Zebby Matthews struggled through 6 innings allowing nine hits, one walk, seven earned runs, and four strikeouts, while Bryan Woo was listed among the duds. The rotating Pitching Planner details upcoming matchups featuring Tarik Skubal at Cleveland, Trey Yesavage versus the New York Yankees, Taj Bradley versus St. Louis, Imai at Kansas City, Kyle Harrison versus Philadelphia, and Landen Roupp versus Chicago Cubs. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joe 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.

**RECORDED PRIOR TO NEWS ON ALVAREZ RETURN & SENGA INJURY**The Mets continue to steady the ship, winning seven of their last ten games and showing signs that this club may be turning a corner. In Episode 10 of Season 5, we break down what's fueling the recent stretch of success, the continued evolution of Carson Benge, and why veterans Bo Bichette and Marcus Semien finally appear to be finding their rhythm at the plate.We also discuss Mark Vientos' ongoing struggles and whether the organization needs to start making difficult decisions as his disappointing season continues. Plus, we dive into the increasingly popular opener strategy, examine how the Mets are utilizing it, and share our thoughts on whether it's a sustainable approach moving forward.All that and much more, including the latest roster storylines, player performances, and everything happening around the New York Mets.Subscribe, download, and join the conversation! #LGM ⚾️

Hembo joins the show to discuss Cristopher Sanchez's historic month, a superstar the Red Sox should trade for, Michael Harris II's incredible improvement, Ben Rice's breakout, Bobby Witt Jr.'s obscurity, and how ABS has dramatically helped left-handed hitters. Blue Jays broadcaster Dan Shulman then stops by to discuss all things Toronto and how the Blue Jays finally have light at the end of the tunnel. Him and Buster then get into a discussion for a manager that is replacing Aaron Boone as most fiery in MLB. Sarah Langs takes us through some amazing pitching stats and we end with Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Intro 0:52 Hembo joins, Cristopher Sanchez is incredible 3:53 Red Sox to trade for Bo Bichette?! 7:05 Tigers not taking calls on Tarik Skubal 12:10 Michael Harris II's remarkable improvement 14:52 Ben Rice is a Yankees star 17:27 Bobby Witt Jr. is turning into the next Mike Trout 19:54 Left-handed hitters are raking 23:54 Blue Jays injuries with Dan Shulman 26:11 The reason for hope in Toronto 28:14 Vladimir Guerrero Jr's power dip 31:13 Louis Varland is the real MVP 33:12 Blue Jays Trade Outlook 36:22 The new fieriest manager in MLB 41:22 Sarah Langs numbers game 43:10 Bleacher Tweets: Roberto Clemente, pitching stats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hembo joins the show to discuss Cristopher Sanchez's historic month, a superstar the Red Sox should trade for, Michael Harris II's incredible improvement, Ben Rice's breakout, Bobby Witt Jr.'s obscurity, and how ABS has dramatically helped left-handed hitters. Blue Jays broadcaster Dan Shulman then stops by to discuss all things Toronto and how the Blue Jays finally have light at the end of the tunnel. Him and Buster then get into a discussion for a manager that is replacing Aaron Boone as most fiery in MLB. Sarah Langs takes us through some amazing pitching stats and we end with Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Intro 0:52 Hembo joins, Cristopher Sanchez is incredible 3:53 Red Sox to trade for Bo Bichette?! 7:05 Tigers not taking calls on Tarik Skubal 12:10 Michael Harris II's remarkable improvement 14:52 Ben Rice is a Yankees star 17:27 Bobby Witt Jr. is turning into the next Mike Trout 19:54 Left-handed hitters are raking 23:54 Blue Jays injuries with Dan Shulman 26:11 The reason for hope in Toronto 28:14 Vladimir Guerrero Jr's power dip 31:13 Louis Varland is the real MVP 33:12 Blue Jays Trade Outlook 36:22 The new fieriest manager in MLB 41:22 Sarah Langs numbers game 43:10 Bleacher Tweets: Roberto Clemente, pitching stats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jerry starts with the sounds of Brunson ‘from downtown' to put them up 97-95. We heard from Mike Brown on Brunson getting beat up early but hanging tough. Brunson talked about the team being resilient. We heard the sounds of the Yankees losing to the Guardians as Gerrit Cole did not pitch great. There is no timetable for Aaron Judge's return. The Mets beat the Mariners as Bo Bichette finally did something, going 4-for-4.

Jerry returns with Jalen Brunson playing through injuries. Wemby said he was bad last night and it wasn't more complicated than that. OBJ talked about being back and why he's back. The Yankees lost to the Guardians as Gerrit Cole did not pitch great. The Mets beat the Mariners as Bo Bichette went 4-for-4 with 3 RBIs. The Moment of The Day: ‘Walking Ambien Wally Szczerbiak'.

We start with Boomer discussing the ‘Protect College Sports Act', then Gio invites Boomer over for dinner and a trip to the Portly Villager for the Knicks game. Next, we hear from Knicks fans who already have the championship locked up, leading into Jerry's final update on Jalen Brunson playing through injuries. Plus, Wemby admits he was bad last night, OBJ talks about why he's back, and the Yankees lose to the Guardians as Gerrit Cole struggles. To wrap up, the Mets beat the Mariners behind Bo Bichette's big day, we hit the Moment of the Day featuring ‘Walking Ambien Wally Szczerbiak', and discuss how Yussef is getting to the World Cup.

The Knicks came back in the fourth quarter to take Game 1 of the NBA Finals in San Antonio, as Jalen Brunson played the hero and KAT played great against Wemby. Jerry delivers his first update featuring the sounds of Brunson putting them up 97-95, plus Mike Brown on Brunson hanging tough and Brunson on the team's resilience. Meanwhile, Wemby is not worried in the slightest and Dylan Harper says the loss is on them. Turning to baseball, the Yankees lost to the Guardians as Gerrit Cole did not pitch great, and there is no timetable for Aaron Judge's return. On a brighter note, the Mets beat the Mariners with Bo Bichette going 4-for-4. Finally, we take calls from Knicks fans on a potentially bad injury to Brunson.

Today, we break down the Knicks' thrilling Game 1 comeback win over the Spurs, tracking Jalen Brunson's heroics, his injury scare, and callers declaring him the new 'King of NY'. We debate if Game 2 is a must-win for San Antonio, look at how the Knicks limited Wemby, and check soaring ticket prices for a potential championship. In football, John Harbaugh and OBJ weigh in on the Giants, while on the diamond, the Yankees drop one to the Guardians with a struggling Gerrit Cole and the Mets beat the Mariners behind Bo Bichette. We wrap it all up with the 'Protect College Sports Act', a Wing Scout review, and the Moment of the Day featuring 'Walking Ambien' Wally Szczerbiak.

Bo Bichette talks with Pat McCarthy after grabbing four hits and three rbi's in the Mets 7-1 over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday afternoon.

Join Matt Heckman (@Heckman_Matt115) of Pitcher List and Greg (@greghoogkamp) as they discuss the initial CBA proposals (and what it might mean as we move forward), news and notes around MLB and MiLB and have a strategy discussion about what to do with star players who have struggled to start the season. The guys highlight several players who were expected to carry dynasty rosters and what they think the best path forward might be.Players discussed: Cal Raleigh, Michael Busch, Vinnie Pasquantino, Matt McLain, Luke Keaschall, Matt Chapman, Manny Machado, Bo Bichette, Trea Turner, Steven Kwan, Jackson Merrill, Fernando Tatis Jr., Tyler Soderstrom, Eury Perez, Shane Baz, Robbie Ray, Zac Gallen, Mackenzie Gore, Devin Williams, David Bednar, Andres Munoz.

Is it officially time to rage drop Tanner Bibee after another blowout, or do the metrics suggest a major bounce-back is coming? Episode Summary Joe Bond and AJ Applegarth break down the top waiver wire adds, brutal drops, and key rankings movers for Week 10 of the fantasy baseball season. The crew details why pitchers like Shota Imanaga and Nolan McLean are sliding down the rankings, and explains why struggling stars like Bo Bichette represent key buy-low opportunities rather than panic drops. Week 10 Fantasy Baseball Advanced Analytics & Strategic Breakdown The fantasy baseball landscape is shifting rapidly as we head into Week 10, requiring managers to separate raw surface statistics from true predictive indicators. The focal point of this week's analysis centers on Cleveland Guardians right-hander Tanner Bibee, whose disastrous outing against the Washington Nationals exposed massive vulnerabilities. Surrendering seven earned runs and an astounding five home runs over just three innings of work on Memorial Day sent shockwaves through fantasy rosters. Looking into his broader trajectory, a disturbing multi-year pattern emerges. Bibee's surface ERA has progressively climbed from 2.98 to 3.47, then to 4.24, and now sits at 4.57 for the season. Coupled with a 4.16 SIERA and a strikeout rate dropping below one punchout per inning, Bibee can no longer be viewed as an un-droppable asset. His underlying numbers indicate he has transitioned into a volatile, matchup-dependent option rather than a reliable rotation anchor. Pitching volatility dominates the landscape this week, highlighted by prominent rankings fallers Shota Imanaga and Nolan McLean. While some fantasy managers might react with panic to their downward slide in the rankings, it is crucial to analyze the shift structurally rather than assuming true skill regression. Shota Imanaga's dip reflects an expected correction after an incredibly hot stretch, making it an adjustment based on stabilizing underlying metrics. Meanwhile, Nolan McLean's slide serves as a reminder of how quickly pitching depth charts and small-sample performance can fluctuate in standard rankings models. Separating these structural rankings adjustments from complete profile collapses is what allows sharp managers to maximize their pitching rotations while others panic-drop viable assets. Conversely, the advanced data reveals lucrative buy-low windows for targets experiencing acute misfortune. Oakland Athletics slugger Brent Rooker stands out as a prime trade target despite a freezing cold spell that dragged his batting average down to .189 with a 52:17 strikeout-to-walk ratio. While his standard Savant page flashes concerning blue metrics, Rooker boasts a consistent multi-year track record of crossing the 30-home-run threshold. In an era where league-wide batting averages are depressed, maintaining a true 30-homer profile provides massive utility, making him an ideal target while his market value is rock bottom. Similarly, managers must remain disciplined with elite foundational bats like Freddie Freeman and Bo Bichette. Freeman's minor dip in the rankings represents a normal structural variation rather than a fundamental degradation of his elite plate discipline. Bo Bichette is another prime example of why surface-level struggles should not trigger a panic drop. While he appears as a "Homer Pick Drop" focus on the show due to recent visual adjustments and shifting team dynamics, his long-term track record remains undeniable. Bichette is not a true skills-based rankings faller to cut loose; instead, the underlying metrics suggest he remains an elite bounce-back candidate. Treating his depressed batting average as a structural buying window rather than a permanent anchor allows you to secure an elite infielder before his inevitable positive statistical correction occurs. On the waiver wire front, uncovering values requires a sharp focus on expected metrics and situational deployment. Washington Nationals starter Cade Cavalli has emerged as a high-priority addition, exhibiting elite command over his last three starts spanning 19.3 innings. Cavalli has posted a stellar 2.79 ERA, a 1.03 WHIP, and a spectacular 2.44 SIERA alongside 24 strikeouts—highlighted by consecutive 10-strikeout performances against Atlanta and the Mets. Backed by a highly potent Nationals offense, his run support floor remains high. Meanwhile, deep-league infielder options like Chase Meidroth of the Chicago White Sox and Blaze Alexander of the Baltimore Orioles offer flexible, multi-position eligibility. Meidroth benefits from hitting near the top of a White Sox lineup that unexpectedly ranks as the eighth-best offense by wRC+. Alexander provides elite short-term streaming upside, slashing .344 with a .913 OPS since mid-May, offering short-term category boosts while navigating structural gaps in the fantasy infield. Episode Chapters & Timestamps 0:00 - Week 10 Overview & Strategy 3:30 - Homer Pick: Blaze Alexander (2B/3B/SS/OF, BAL) Analysis 10:13 - Waiver Wire Add: Chase Meidroth (2B/3B/SS, CWS) Profile 14:48 - Waiver Wire Add: Cade Cavalli (SP, WAS) Statcast Breakdown 18:06 - Rage Drop of the Wk: Tanner Bibee (SP, CLE) Deep Dive 24:25 - Waiver Wire Drop: Devin Williams (RP, NYM) Closer Volatility 28:57 - Waiver Wire Drop: Brent Rooker (DH/OF, ATH) Valuation 36:05 - Homer Pick: Bo Bichette (SS/3B, NYM) Outlook 41:14 - FanDuel Presents: MLB Season Win Totals & Odds 48:50 - Rankings Review: Week 10 Risers & Fallers 48:50 - Rankings Riser: CJ Abrams (SS, WSH) 50:27 - Rankings Riser: Yandy Diaz (1B, TB) 51:37 - Rankings Riser: Casey Schmitt (1B/3B, SF) 53:30 - Rankings Riser: Ketel Marte (2B, ARI) 55:49 - Rankings Riser: Payton Tolle (SP, BOS) 57:34 - Rankings Riser: Shane Baz (SP, BAL) 59:16 - Rankings Riser: Gerrit Cole (SP, NYY) 1:00:12 - Rankings Faller: Freddie Freeman (1B, LAD) 1:01:38 - Rankings Faller: Taylor Ward (OF, BAL) 1:02:06 - Rankings Faller: Tyler Soderstrom (1B/DH, ATH) 1:03:34 - Rankings Faller: Vinnie Pasquantino (1B, KC) 1:04:14 - Rankings Faller: Nolan McLean (SP, NYM) 1:07:00 - Rankings Faller: Shota Imanaga (SP, CHC) 1:07:40 - Rankings Faller: Sandy Alcantara (SP, MIA) 1:09:34 - Rankings Faller: Jack Perkins (P, OAK) 1:17:40 - Buy Low Trade Target: Nico Hoerner (2B, CHC) 1:18:45 - Buy Low Trade Target: Brent Rooker (DH/OF, ATH) 1:21:16 - Sell High Trade Target: Brandon Lowe (2B, TB) 1:23:24 - Sell High Trade Target: Spencer Arrighetti (SP, HOU) The F6P Hour is proudly presented by FanDuel! 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On this episode, we dive into a loaded MLB and NBA slate packed with hot takes, blockbuster trade ideas, and player debates. Josh opens with a True or False segment asking whether at least 10 pitchers legitimately have a shot to win the NL Cy Young Award this season. Then we revisit the biggest MLB free-agent signings and decide whether each move has been a good sign or a bad sign for their new teams — featuring stars like Bo Bichette, Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, Pete Alonso, Dylan Cease, and more. On the NBA side, we break down a massive three-team blockbuster sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Wizards, Anthony Davis to Golden State, and a mountain of picks changing hands. We debate who wins the deal long-term and what it means for the future of all three franchises. Plus, in another edition of “Who Would You Rather Have For The Next 3 Seasons,” we put OG Anunoby head-to-head with some of the NBA's biggest names including Austin Reaves, James Harden, Derrick White, De'Aaron Fox, Amen Thompson, Steph Castle, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the 8am hour, Joe, Jon and Rhea analyze the Phillies' recent surge under Don Mattingly while debating the effectiveness of Dave Dombrowski's roster construction. They explore potential trade targets like Bo Bichette and discuss the development of pitching prospect Gage Wood. Additionally, they discuss Jalen Hurts' fit in the new Eagles offense and debate the best movie characters introduced in sequels. 01:55 - Summer Reading And Vacations 05:45 - Phillies Roster Construction Issues 12:00 - Phillies Power Past Padres 19:15 - Bo Bichette Trade Speculation 26:46 - Alec Bohm Defensive Heroics 31:00 - Station Hall Of Fame 38:17 - Phillies Offense Statistical Struggles 48:08 - Sirianni Versus Vrabel Debate 55:15 - Jalen Brunson And Knicks 01:02:50 - Dombrowski Future And Trades

Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez determine whether the Side is Retired on several teams and players' seasons. From the underperforming New York Mets and San Francisco Giants to the struggling Bo Bichette and Fernando Tatis Jr. the guys analyze whether seasons can be turned around!  To get involved in a future episode or have your opinions heard, email us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or reach out on our social medias @SideRetiredPod on Instagram / TikTok / (X) Twitter 

The New York Mets certainly had a chance to win the series in DC, but struggles with their rotation led to them only being able to secure a series split. Chris and Jack break down the SP woes, Bo Bichette getting hot and more on the latest edition of BLEAV In Mets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The New York Mets leave Washington with a split against the Washington Nationals and winners in 7 of their last 10, but was it a missed opportunity or a sign this team is beginning to find its identity? This week, we break down the series in DC, the continued emergence of the Mets' youth movement, and why the young core is bringing much-needed energy to the roster.We also dive into Bo Bichette starting to heat up at the plate and what his turnaround could mean for the lineup moving forward. Plus, with injuries, inconsistency, and workload concerns beginning to pile up, are the cracks in the starting rotation becoming a real issue? We discuss the biggest question marks surrounding the pitching staff, lineup construction, bullpen usage, and what needs to happen for the Mets to keep stacking wins heading into a crucial stretch of the season.FOLLOW on Instagram, YouTube & X: @cupofmetsSUBSCRIBE on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts!DOWNLOAD The SeatGeek App! Use Code: "CUPOFMETS" to get $20.00 off

Jerry has the sounds of Mike Breen as the Knicks dominated in the final 13 minutes. Mike Brown talked about the comeback. KAT said it was a thrilling ending. The Mets had a 5-0 lead as Bo Bichette hit 2 HRs, and then James Wood hit an inside the park grand slam. The Yankees beat the Blue Jays as Ben Rice homered and he and Judge are tied with 16 each.

The Knicks pulled off a thrilling Game 1 OT comeback against the Cavs after trailing by 22, sparking a Jalen Brunson fourth-quarter takeover while Kenny Atkinson sat on his timeouts. Jerry's first update brings the sounds of the final 13 minutes via Mike Breen, along with thoughts from Mike Brown and KAT. Next, the Mets had a 5-0 lead as Bo Bichette hit two homers and James Wood hit an inside-the-park grand slam. Over in the Bronx, the Yankees beat the Blue Jays with Ben Rice tying Judge at 16 homers apiece. Finally, the Cavs' Dennis Schroder wrapped up the hour with an Instagram photo dump captioned "0-1."

Brad Williams joins the show! He's got a new special out on his YouTube channel called Live on Short Street! Go check it out YouTube.com/@BradWilliamsComedy. (28:30) What is happening in Chicago? Are they getting a new stadium for the Bears or are they moving to Indiana? (35:47) The Mets new signing Bo Bichette had some interesting things to say about his deal. It's a 3-year deal, but with two opt-outs. BUT! He says he looks at it like a 3-year deal. (40:20) We have a slight correction on Blake Snell and Tarik Skubal. (44:30) Urban Meyer did not get paid. The Jaguars clear $30 million. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brad Williams joins the show! He's got a new special out on his YouTube channel called Live on Short Street! Go check it out YouTube.com/@BradWilliamsComedy. (28:30) What is happening in Chicago? Are they getting a new stadium for the Bears or are they moving to Indiana? (35:47) The Mets new signing Bo Bichette had some interesting things to say about his deal. It's a 3-year deal, but with two opt-outs. BUT! He says he looks at it like a 3-year deal. (40:20) We have a slight correction on Blake Snell and Tarik Skubal. (44:30) Urban Meyer did not get paid. The Jaguars clear $30 million. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about Jason Varitek's wife taking shots at the Red Sox front office, Bo Bichette's explanation for his struggles with the Mets, NBA players saying they'd essentially prefer the bubonic plague to playing for the Grizzlies, Maller's Mountain of Money: Pete Townshend Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Connor 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.

Hour 2: The Mets are closers and keep the faith in Bo Bichette because he will come around. The Cavs don't have the physicality or toughness needed to beat the Knicks.