Podcast appearances and mentions of Carlos Mendoza

Carlos Mendoza praised the Mets' trade deadline additions, highlighting bullpen upgrades Ryan Helsley and Taylor Rogers along with new center fielder Cedric Mullins. Mendoza emphasized Mullins' speed, defensive instincts, and baseball IQ, noting that his value extends beyond the box score. He addressed how Mullins' arrival shifts playing time for Jeff McNeil, Tyrone Taylor, and the younger infielders, while stressing that versatility and competition will remain key. Mendoza confirmed Edwin Díaz remains the closer but Helsley will pitch in high-leverage spots. He also outlined bullpen flexibility, with Garcia and Garrett available for multi-inning work. Injury updates included Francisco Alvarez being cleared to return and Soto ready to play. Taylor Rogers reflected on leaving San Francisco after 13 years and adjusting to his first midseason trade, stressing that he aims to fit into a strong bullpen without overcomplicating his role. Helsley expressed excitement to join a contender, praising the Mets' depth and confirming he's ready to pitch in any inning. Mullins said he's eager to bring speed, defense, and balanced offense, crediting adjustments in his approach this season for improved production against left-handed pitching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are BACK to discuss all of the news and rumors ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline! Who will the Mets DEAL before Thursday night? Who should they be shopping for? PLUS, a recap of Monday night's walkoff LOSS to the San Diego Padres, and questions about Emil Jimenez's eyes. Join us! 00:00-6:27: Mark Vientos Monday night grand slam - will Vientos be a Met come Thursday night? 6:28-13:25: Can Emil Jemenez see? Carlos Mendoza ejected, Juan Soto's upset, Huascar Brazoban has a meltdown 13:26-17:16: Gregory Soto - how many MORE bullpen arms do the Mets need? What did we learn from Monday night's loss? 17:17-20:45: What position are the Mets IN at this Trade Deadline? 20:46-30:30: Who are the Mets RUMORED to be targeting at the Deadline? Will they add another starting pitcher? Alcantara, Cease?? #mlb #mlbb #mlbpodcast #podcast #baseball #baseballpodcast #mets #mlbbaseball #newyork #newyorkmets #sandiego #sandiegopadres #padres #markvientos #mlbtradedeadline #tradedeadline #lgm #lfgm LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://www.flowcode.com/page/whymetspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After dropping their second straight game the Mets and Manager Carlos Mendoza enter Wednesday in salvage mode and ahead of the final game of the series he met with Keith Raad to give an update on the status of Juan Soto along with give a diagnosis of his big bats and their struggles.

After a thriller of a loss last night to snap their 7 game winning streak the Mets and Carlos Mendoza enter Tuesday looking to spark a new one and ahead of the game he met with Keith Raad to discuss his displeasure watching last night in his office along with what the team needs for a winning effort tonight.

The Mets fell to the Padres 7-1 and after dropping their second straight game Carlos Mendoza met with the media to first give a positive update on Juan Soto who left the game early with a foot contusion before breaking down the loss.

As the Mets begin their series in San Diego, Carlos Mendoza discusses the mindset of the clubhouse in the middle of this winning streak and as the team approaches the deadline. Carlos also discusses the production of Ronny Mauricio, and what to look for against the Padres this week.

Carlos Mendoza met with the media following the Mets loss to the Padres. Carlos discusses his ejection in the 3rd inning, the resilience of his team, the emergence of Ronny Mauricio and Mark Vientos, and the performance of the pitching staff.

Carlos Mendoza and Juan Soto give reactions to the sweep vs the San Francisco Giants as the Mets win 7 in a row! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mets Manager speaks with the media after the 5-3 Mets win.

The Mets took a tight 2-1 victory over the Giants for their 6th straight victory and after the game Carlos Mendoza met with the media to give his thoughts on David Peterson's start along with the stellar defensive play of Pete Alonso who has shined in this series.

The Mets have won their last six games, and they're back again tonight! Carlos Mendoza talks Pete Alonso's defense at first base on The Manager's Show.

Coming off a comfortable win last night the Carlos Mendoza's Mets look to keep the good times rolling and ahead of game 2 in the Bay Area the Manager met with Keith Raad to discuss his satisfaction with the recent plate approaches along with how games like last night can help inform the next games of the series.

Following the Mets 8-1 win over the Giants to begin their road trip, Carlos Mendoza spoke with the media and discussed the performance of Francisco Lindor, Brandon Nimmo, the defensive play of Pete Alonso, the dominant performance from the bullpen, and more.

Ahead of the Mets west coast road trip, Carlos Mendoza spoke with Keith Raad and discussed the Mets newest acquisition, Gregory Soto, Carlos' time with the Giants organization, and the preparation for facing the Giants six times in the next nine games.

Francisco Alvarez's game-tying home run in the fifth inning shifted momentum in a comeback win, marking his second straight night making a major impact since returning from Triple-A. Carlos Mendoza praised Alvarez's confidence, plate discipline, and defensive growth, and highlighted contributions from the younger core (Alvarez, Baty, Mauricio). Brandon Nimmo credited Alvarez's impact and emphasized the value of Richardson's speed as a hidden weapon. Frankie Montas discussed his secondary pitches and adjustments made mid-game, while acknowledging Alvarez's role in guiding him through the outing. Alvarez, speaking both in English and Spanish, reflected on his recent adjustments, confidence, and chemistry with teammates. ⏱️ HH:MM – Reporter Questions Carlos Mendoza 00:00 – “Alvarez falls behind 0–2 and then homers — how is that at-bat different now than it would've been a month ago?” 01:04 – “How important is it that Alvarez started strong this time so confidence doesn't dip again?” 01:57 – “How important are contributions from the younger guys (Alvarez, Baty, Mauricio, etc.) to your playoff push?” 03:06 – “How much pressure does that take off the top of the lineup with Lindor and Alonso struggling?” 04:06 – “What did you see from Montas and how key was it that he limited damage tonight?” 04:54 – “How important are these bullpen contributions from guys like Huggett and Garcia?” 05:35 – “Did you sense any frustration from Lindor lately?” Brandon Nimmo 06:10 – “There's been a recent pattern of a stolen base followed by a run scored — how valuable has Richardson been?” 07:19 – “How happy are you for Alvarez given how hard he works?” 08:18 – “What does it mean for the length of the lineup if Alvarez, Baty, and Mauricio can sustain this?” Frankie Montas 09:11 – “It was a struggle early, but Alvarez tied it — how did that shift the momentum?” 09:59 – “What did you think of your secondary stuff tonight?” 10:19 – “What started to click for you around the third inning?” 10:40 – “What allowed you to make big pitches with runners on and limit damage?” 10:58 – “How would you assess your progression through five starts?” 11:17 – “What impressed you most about the offense in the fifth inning?” 12:09 – “What did you see from Alvarez on both sides of the ball?” 12:25 – “Had you built much rapport with Alvarez before tonight's start?” Francisco Alvarez 12:51 – “Did you think your homer was going out?” 13:12 – “How nice is it to be contributing again so quickly?” 13:38 – “How did it feel catching Montas for the first time?” 14:33 – “What did it mean to come through with Baty and Mauricio in that fifth inning?” 15:26 – “What adjustments did you make with your approach in Triple-A?” 16:20 – “That all happened with two outs — what impressed you most about those at-bats?” 16:47 – “What does it say about the team's mindset that you're never out of a game?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carlos Mendoza addressed Starling Marte's return to the roster and explained how the team will ease him back into playing time, primarily using him at DH with limited outfield duty. He confirmed Marte's knee is feeling better post-injection. Mendoza also discussed Brandon Waddell's injury timeline after his prior fall on the mound, addressed Jeff McNeil's increased center field reps, and spoke about the infield combinations involving Ronny Mauricio and Brett Baty. He gave updates on Francisco Lindor's recent struggles and health, commented on Tyrone Taylor's role, and answered a Spanish-language question about Marte's significance to the team's identity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following another comeback win for the Mets, Carlos Mendoza speaks with the media and discusses Francisco Alvarez's reemergence, the play from the young hitters at the bottom of the lineup, Frankie Montas' outing, the success of the bullpen and more.

After their 25th comeback victory of the season the Mets and Carlos Mendoza are primed for the series sweep and ahead of their final game against the Angels the Manager met with Keith Raad to give First Base Coach Antoan Richardson his flowers in the base manufacturing game along his expectations for Sean Manaea and José Butto.

The Mets took home their 4th straight victory and after the game Manager Carlos Mendoza met with the media to break down a victory that included breakout performances from Pete Alonso and Francisco Lindor as well as the first victory of the season from Sean Manaea.

Francisco Alvarez made a memorable return to the Mets, receiving a standing ovation and delivering both offensively and defensively. He showed renewed confidence at the plate and improved fundamentals behind it. Carlos Mendoza praised Alvarez's framing, blocking, and leadership with the bullpen. Brett Baty highlighted his recent consistency and the clubhouse's excitement around Alvarez's impact. Kodai Senga admitted he struggled with mechanical execution and overthinking, especially during a tough third inning, but remains focused on adjusting. The bullpen was key in a comeback win, with strong efforts from multiple relievers keeping the game close before the offense took control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carlos Mendoza and David Stearns detailed Francisco Alvarez's return to the majors after a productive and attitude-resetting stint in Triple-A. Mendoza praised Alvarez's defensive improvement, engagement, and maturity in handling adversity, while confirming he'll get regular playing time moving forward. Stearns highlighted Alvarez's rapid progression, both offensively and behind the plate, saying his return was based on readiness, not desperation. They also touched on the fluidity of the trade deadline landscape, bullpen injuries, and internal development paths for prospects. Stearns confirmed bullpen help is the priority but left open the possibility of offensive upgrades, with center field mentioned as a position of lesser concern due to recent improvements from Jeff McNeil and Tyrone Taylor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How disappointing has the Mets offense been? Audio Files featuring Aaron Boone, Carlos Mendoza, David Stearns, and Jerry Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza speaks with the media following the Mets 7-5 comeback victory against the Angels. Carlos discusses Francisco Alvarez's first game back in the majors, the fan reception, Brett Baty's recent success, and Kodai Senga's performance.

Ahead of tonight's contest against the Angels Keith Raad sat down with Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as he discusses Francisco Alvarez's impressive return last night, the production of the Mets young homegrown talent, and tonight's starting pitcher, Frankie Montas.

Francisco Alvarez is back up with the big league club. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza speaks with Keith Raad about Francisco's play lately and what he wants to see from the young catcher now that he has rejoined the team. Carlos also provides an injury update on Pete Alonso and discusses facing the Angels.

Following the Mets' win on July 20, 2025, manager Carlos Mendoza praised Luis Torrens for his eighth-inning mound visit that helped reset Edwin Díaz, and David Peterson's ground-ball-heavy outing through six innings. He confirmed Pete Alonso felt better and was able to enter midgame, with plans to start the next day. Mendoza also credited the bottom of the lineup for stepping up during offensive struggles and detailed the team's strategic small-ball execution. He noted Francisco Alvarez was pinch-hit for in Syracuse but had no update, and reaffirmed confidence in Lindor despite recent offensive struggles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carlos Mendoza addressed the media on July 20, 2025, primarily about Pete Alonso's absence from the lineup, detailing a day-to-day right-hand contusion and precautionary treatment measures. He discussed Mark Vientos starting at first base over Jared Young due to a lefty matchup, praised Andrew Abbott's deceptive pitching, evaluated the bullpen's recent struggles, and gave a brief update on Tylor Megill's throwing progression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mets manager speaks with the media after the 3-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds.

The Mets take the field at 1:40pm for the last game against the Reds. Carlos Mendoza gave an update on Pete Alonso and more on The Manager's Report.

Following the Mets' game on July 18, 2025, Carlos Mendoza addressed the media regarding Sean Manaea's limited pitch count, the bullpen's performance, and ongoing roster management as the team balances development, health, and competitiveness. He explained the rationale behind certain in-game pitching decisions, discussed confidence in Manaea's progression, the limitations on bullpen usage, and inconsistencies in the offense especially during middle innings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SHOW OPEN. Danielle opens her Friday night show talking about the two losses between the Yankees and Mets and rants about Carlos Mendoza losing the game for the Mets. SHOW OPEN.

Mets done-in once again with the bullpen collapse. Sean Manaealeft after four solid innings in his first start of the season and had a 2-1 lead but then with a full rested bullpen at his disposal Carlos Mendoza decided to go with Alex Carrillo and after facing just ten hitters giving up three home runs the Mets trailed 7-2 and dropped the first game back after the All-Star break. Not the start to what should be a special weekend at Citi Field the Mets wanted #LockedUpSports #LGM #Captain #NYC #SportsTalk #Bullpen

It was a day that started great for the Mets as they retired David Wright's number but it ended with a disappointing 5-2 loss against the Reds and after the game Carlos Mendoza met with the media to discuss some defensive miscues along with the start from Clay Holmes.

It's a big day in Mets land as the team retires David Wright's number and ahead of the game Carlos Mendoza met with Keith Raad to discuss becoming a fan during moments like these before getting back into the game at hand and how the team will attack for their first victory out of the break.

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza meets with the media postgame to discuss Sean Manaea's performance in his first start of the year and the outings from several bullpen pitchers in the Mets 8-4 loss to the Reds on Friday night.

The Mets press conference on July 18, 2025, featured updates from manager Carlos Mendoza on multiple injured players, bullpen usage, rotation plans, and progress at Triple-A. Mendoza provided timelines for Jesse Winker and Starling Marte, confirmed Max Kranick will undergo Tommy John surgery, and commented on the roles of Ronny Mauricio and Francisco Alvarez. He also discussed lineup and rotation strategy, including Kodai Senga's scheduling and Sean Manaea's pitch count. Former manager Terry Collins then took questions reflecting on his time managing David Wright, sharing heartfelt stories about Wright's leadership, return from injury, and impact on the clubhouse, ahead of Wright's number retirement ceremony. Carlos Mendoza portion: 00:00 – “What does it mean to you as a manager to have a bona fide lefty that's established back there now?” 00:51 – “How close are Winker and Marte to returning?” 01:13 – “Winker… is there anything additional going on as far as his side?” 01:37 – “Is Raley just a full go? Are there any restrictions?” 02:15 – “Had you heard back about Max Kranick, whether he's getting Tommy John surgery?” 02:33 – “How much of a blow is this for him?” 03:10 – “Has [Ronny] Mauricio resumed running or baseball activity?” 03:31 – “You have Mauricio in the lineup against a lefty today. What have you seen from that side of the plate?” 04:03 – “What else do you guys want to see from Alvarez at Syracuse before he gets back here?” 05:08 – “What have you seen from [player in] the two-hole the last three, four games?” 05:47 – “What was the thinking behind pushing Senga back into the next series?” 06:22 – “So within that big picture, is it Manaea going Wednesday before the off day?” 06:53 – “On a personal level, how much are you looking forward to tomorrow with the David Wright ceremony?” 07:17 – “Will Manaea and others start to lengthen out their pitch counts over the next few starts?” Terry Collins portion: 08:25 – “When you think back on your time managing, if you could point to one thing that sticks out, what would that be?” 09:19 – “Was there ever a time you were mad at him or upset with him?” 11:03 – “Where do you feel David Wright made his biggest impact in the clubhouse?” 12:30 – “Can you reflect on the emotions you felt when David hit that home run in Philadelphia after his return?” 13:33 – “What was the World Series run like with him? How important was it to have him along for that?” 14:25 – “What was it about him that players gravitated to so much?” 15:22 – “What was it like meeting him for the first time, and the genesis of him becoming captain?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fresh off the All-Star break, Carlos Mendoza speaks with Keith Raad about the importance of this weekend, his memories of David Wright, and what to expect from this weekend's opponent in the Reds.

This week's Mets highlights include Tiki and Morash debating Carlos Mendoza's propensity to go to the bullpen in recent losses, while Jerry and McMonigle have a similar discussion about Mendoza's recent decisions. Plus, Sal says Clay Holmes needs to have a hard cap, and he sounds off on Juan Soto's lack of hustle in Baltimore.

This week's Mets highlights include Tiki and Morash debating Carlos Mendoza's propensity to go to the bullpen in recent losses, while Jerry and McMonigle have a similar discussion about Mendoza's recent decisions. Plus, Sal says Clay Holmes needs to have a hard cap, and he sounds off on Juan Soto's lack of hustle in Baltimore.

This week's Mets highlights include Tiki and Morash debating Carlos Mendoza's propensity to go to the bullpen in recent losses, while Jerry and McMonigle have a similar discussion about Mendoza's recent decisions. Plus, Sal says Clay Holmes needs to have a hard cap, and he sounds off on Juan Soto's lack of hustle in Baltimore.

How much blame does Carlos Mendoza deserve for the Mets being swept yesterday? Plus, power ranking breakfast foods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New York Mets looked well on their way to a third straight series win, until they weren't. Why did Carlos Mendoza pull David Peterson? Why do the Mets continue to run out bullpen games? And where are the young prospects that are crushing it in Triple A?

BT and Sal dissect the New York Mets' recent doubleheader sweep at the hands of the Orioles, unleashing a fiery critique on the team's performance. They lambast the lack of hustle from Juan Soto, particularly after a "Fab Four" (Soto, Alonso, Lindor) that failed to produce, hitting only 5 for 27 across both games. The hosts also question manager Carlos Mendoza's bullpen decisions, specifically pulling a strong-performing David Peterson for Ryan Stanek, leading to a crucial two-run home run. Sal emphasizes the Mets' desperate need for another impactful bat given their inconsistent offense, while BT argues the "big three" must lead regardless of other acquisitions, highlighting their poor hitting with runners in scoring position. They also touch on the recent positive changes for the Yankees and the must-watch David Wright documentary, reflecting on his legacy.

BT and Sal dissect the Mets' brutal doubleheader sweep at the hands of the Baltimore Orioles, with a particular focus on the anemic offense from their "Fab Four" of Soto, Alonso, and Lindor, who were largely invisible across both games. The hosts also take aim at Juan Soto's perceived lack of hustle on the basepaths and question manager Carlos Mendoza's bullpen decisions, particularly pulling a dominant David Peterson in Game 1 only for the bullpen to falter, highlighting the ongoing issues with the Mets' depth, especially in their relief corps.

Hour 2 - The guys argue whether or not Carlos Mendoza made the right move pulling David Peterson when he did during the Mets brutal Game 1 loss of todays doubleheader in Baltimore.

We started with the Subway Series and how the Mets threw out a bunch of no name pitchers to face Max Fried, and it almost worked. If Cody Bellinger doesn't make that amazing catch and then doubles up Lindor at first. It saved the game for sure. Carlos Mendoza was tossed in the ninth yesterday because of the horrendous strike calls. Pete Alonso will not be doing the HR derby as he wants to enjoy the all star festivities. Juan Soto was not voted to the all star game and some see it as a snub

Boomer & Gio are out this week so today it's Jerry and Willie Colon. We started with the Subway Series and how the Mets threw out a bunch of no name pitchers to face Max Fried, and it almost worked. If Cody Bellingers doesn't make that amazing catch and then doubles up Lindor at first. It saved the game for sure. Carlos Mendoza was tossed in the ninth yesterday because of the horrendous strike calls. Pete Alonso will not be doing the HR derby as he wants to enjoy the all star festivities. Juan Soto was not voted to the all star game and some see it as a snub. C-Lo is here for his first update of the day and we heard Dave Sims on the call for the Bellinger catch. The Yankees snapped a 6-game losing streak. Mendoza talked about getting tossed. Evan Roberts is in Paris for vacation and posted some videos about the Mets win on Friday. He also did a Rico Brogna podcast from France. Al is going to Montana next week and has nothing planned. Jerry said he came across professional pillow fighting. In the final segment of the hour, we talked about Aaron Boone and the Yankees as they're going through this bad stretch (not counting the win yesterday). It does not seem like the Yankees are going to run away with the East.

Hour 1 - Boomer & Gio are out this week, so Jerry Recco and Willie Colon hosted, starting with the Subway Series, where the Mets nearly beat the Yanks if not for Cody Bellinger's incredible catch. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza was tossed arguing bad strike calls, and Pete Alonso is skipping the HR Derby. Juan Soto's All-Star snub was also a topic. C-Lo gave his first update, including Dave Sims' call of the Bellinger catch, as the Yankees snapped a six-game losing streak. Evan Roberts is vacationing in Paris, posting Mets win videos and a Rico Brogna podcast. Al is off to Montana with no plans, and Jerry discovered professional pillow fighting. The hour concluded by discussing Aaron Boone and the Yankees' struggles, suggesting they won't run away with the AL East. Hour 2 - A caller to Sal Licata blamed WFAN and the media for players struggling in New York, citing their success after leaving. Willie Colon shared his own experiences with media criticism during his time with the Jets and in Pittsburgh. C-Lo then delivered an update, highlighting the Yankees' win over the Mets, including another Aaron Judge home run and Cody Bellinger's impressive catch and double play. There was also a segment on Anthony Volpe's father confronting fans in the stands who were criticizing his son, with audio of Sal's exchange with the caller on player criticism. The hour concluded with a caller mentioning Montana's attractions, specifically that you can drive to North and South Dakota from there. Hour 3 - The show continued its discussion on player criticism, especially for high-salaried athletes, balancing expectations with the reality of performance. Upcoming Jets and Giants seasons, with Aaron Rodgers' Week 1 return to MetLife, were also reviewed. C-Lo delivered an update, but not before Jerry and a caller had a brief argument. Evan Roberts recorded a "Rico Brogna" podcast from Paris while scoring a game at the airport, and Pete Alonso will be in the All-Star game but not the HR Derby. The hour ended with Jerry introducing a guessing game about an X post and a conversation with the new intern. Hour 4 - The show covered Starling Marte's injury and the Mets' anticipated return of Sean Manaea and Kodai Senga, while Jerry noted a lack of buzz for the Subway Series. The Knicks still haven't held a press conference for new head coach Mike Brown. A humorous discussion ensued about social norms regarding public attire. C-Lo's final update focused on the Yankees' win over the Mets, featuring Cody Bellinger's excellent defense. Other topics included Keith Hernandez's recent success with a plunger, Joe Benigno's seemingly too-early 5 AM Saturday show, and "The Moment of The Day" highlighting Al's unplanned Montana trip. The segment concluded with Jerry feeling "fleeced."

Carlos Mendoza joins the show ahead of the Subway Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We react to ominous news for a promising Mets reliever after Carlos Mendoza met the media