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Join Raj (@rajmehta.ca) and Greg (@greghoogkamp) as they discuss the possibility MLB will regulate technology in the minor leagues, analyze the signings and trades from the past week and highlight news at Prospects Live. The majority of the episode is spent discussing the dynasty outlooks for the Mets and Mariners.Mets players discussed: Jorge Polanco, Francisco Lindor, Mark Vientos, Jeff McNeil, Bret Baty, Juan Soto, Carson Benge, Ryan Clifford, Kodai Senga, Nolan McLean, Devin Williams, Jonah Tong, Brandon Sproat, Jack Wenninger, Will WatsonMariners players discussed: Julio Rodriguez, Cal Raleigh, J.P. Crawford, Randy Arozarena, Josh Naylor, Colt Emerson, Jonny Farmelo, Michael Arroyo, Logan Gilbert, George Kirby, Bryan Woo, Luis Castillo, Bryce Miller, Andres Munoz, Eduard Bazardo, Ryan Sloan
Marc "Moose" Malusis turns up the volume, debating the Knicks' championship pedigree and whether their current core has what it takes to bring a ring back to the Garden. Things take a festive but competitive turn as betting insider Nick Kostos joins the show to draft the definitive Christmas music playlist, while also breaking down a rain-soaked, high-stakes Thursday Night Football clash between the Rams and Seahawks. The fire reaches a peak when Moose takes aim at Chris Drury and the Rangers, calling for a front-office overhaul after a string of "abysmal" home shutouts. From the Giants' "VCR" (Vikings-Cowboys-Raiders) tanking strategy for the #1 pick to the Mets' leadership issues following Juan Soto's massive deal, Moose covers the New York sports landscape with zero filters.
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In the “Pete Rose episode,” Dan Fox and Frank Knight open with baseball—and the conversation turns quickly into a full-on Mets identity check. With Pete Alonso gone, Nimmo traded for Marcus Semien, and Edwin Díaz landing with the Dodgers, Frank tries to keep the panic in check: it's “wait-and-see” season in Queens. The guys debate whether this is a strategic reset or the start of a rebuild, whether committee platoons (including Jeff McNeil) can really work, and whether the Mets should push hard for Juan Soto now or wait for free agency—assuming Uncle Stevie's wallet stays open.Over in Philly, Dan reacts to the Phillies bringing back Kyle Schwarber on a five-year deal, weighing the short-term upside (power, leadership, clubhouse presence) against the long-term risk of paying for past performance. Alan checks in on the Yankees' unusually quiet offseason, including the debate around keeping Cody Bellinger—a versatile glove with a left-handed swing made for the short porch.Then it's college football mayhem: Penn State's coaching change, Ole Miss fallout, Lane Kiffin's “big-leagues vs. king-of-the-program” decision, and the Michigan scandal that has everyone asking what the program does next. The crew also takes a hard shot at Notre Dame's independence, arguing you can't complain about playoff politics while refusing to join a conference.Finally, the episode closes with Fox Brothers Alarms, the empty inbox (again), a Survivor Pool update that now includes a Week 18 tiebreaker plan, and a pivot into the Week 14 NFL recap—anchored by a quick historical nod to December 7th as “a day that will live in infamy.”Special Thanks to:Fox Brothers Alarms - https://foxbrothersalarms.comFirst Baptist church of Phillipsburg NJ http://www.fbcpburg.org/Roof Top Innovations the leading Roofing Company in Waco, Tomball surrounding areasWe focus on all types of roofing systems, with a focus on the best quality possible.
BT & Sal dive into the emotional anguish of Mets fandom, debating a caller who fears waiting 50 years for another World Series and wants a win while his father is still alive. The hosts tear into GM David Stearns' perceived lack of emotional connection, arguing that running the team "like a business" without caring for the fans is a recipe for failure. The discussion quickly turns fiery, questioning the deep-seated mistrust Mets fans have for Steve Cohen and whether the Metropolitan Park casino project is the real priority over a winning team. Finally, the talk shifts to the Yankees, where Sal slams Brian Cashman for the "stupid qualifying offer" to Trent Grisham, calling it the major mistake that crippled the Yankees' ability to land Cody Bellinger and other key free agents. They debate the Yankees' appetite for a long-term deal with Bellinger, drawing parallels to the costly, ultimately failed pursuit of Juan Soto.
BT & Sal dive into the New York Mets' messy offseason, declaring they have a "ton of work" to do with question marks spanning nearly every position on the field. They stress that President of Baseball Operations David Stearns' entire roster construction hinges on one major decision: Should the Mets trade their prospects for a frontline starter like Tarik Skubal right now, or wait for Juan Soto to hit free agency? Sal rips into the current state of the roster, rattling off a shocking list of "don't knows"—including the DH, Left Field, Center Field, First Base, Opening Day Starter, and Setup Man—as he impatiently waits for Stearns to finally build instead of just strip away pieces. The segment also features a heartfelt, emotional moment with a listener that stops the show cold.
With Alonso gone, fans are venting, but Boomer and Gio are keeping the faith in Steve Cohen's championship blueprint. Gio says if you're surprised, you haven't been paying attention—David Stearns was setting this up all last year! Plus, Jerry's update features crazy ESPN LA clip featuring their reaction to Sal screaming about Edwin Diaz, plus another classic Frank The Tank Mets rant. We'll also hear from Philip Rivers on his return to the Colts, and in the final segment, we discuss what Juan Soto thinks about this massive Mets shakeup.
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BT & Sal ignite a fiery debate on the Mets' future, discussing the implications of Pete Alonso's departure and whether it clears the path for Juan Soto to eventually become the franchise's greatest player. Sal dismisses the conspiracy theory that Alonso was moved to make way for Soto's "GOAT status," arguing it was a purely financial and strategic decision. The hosts explore the concept of "The Greatest Met"—a conversation that pivots to the most "beloved" player, with the consensus landing on David Wright over Piazza and Seaver. They also touch on the Mets' new disciplined approach under David Stearns, urging fans to "trust the process" as the team moves away from the Alonso era toward a new, Soto-led future.
On their final show, BT & Sal dive into the immediate aftermath of David Stearns trading Pete Alonso, with Sal demanding to know "Why" the Mets weren't willing to meet the five-year, $155 million deal. They debate the theory that Alonso's departure was necessary to clear a path for Juan Soto to become the greatest Met ever, a theory Sal calls "complete nonsense." The discussion heats up over the pressure on David Stearns, as the hosts wonder how long he has until Steve Cohen is forced to act on public backlash if the team doesn't improve quickly, asking if the "blowtorch" approach is too risky. They emphasize that while Alonso was beloved, his departure is necessary to build a "sustained winner," urging fans to have discipline and trust Stearns' vision. The segment wraps with a look at what the Mets need next, including Skubal and Kyle Tucker, and a light-hearted moment about the show's final day.
The New York Mets just watched their core get blown up in 24 hours. Edwin Díaz walks to the Los Angeles Dodgers on a three-year, $69 million deal, and now reports say Pete Alonso is heading to the Baltimore Orioles for five years and $155 million. On this episode of Locked Up Sports, Bob breaks down how we got here: why the Mets couldn't (or wouldn't) keep their All-Star closer and their all-time home run leader, what the Brandon Nimmo–for–Marcus Semien trade really says about David Stearns' vision, and how all of this fits next to Juan Soto's record-shattering 15-year, $765 million contract. We'll hit the fan revolt, the front office spin, and then flip it forward: if you actually wanted to improve on last year's 83–79 season, is this really the way to do it? Or is there a path where losing Alonso and Díaz is step one of a bigger plan?
BT & Sal dive into the "Call of the Day," focusing on the furious reaction from Mets fans following the loss of Edwin Diaz to the Dodgers. While fans accuse "Uncle Stevie" Cohen of "nickel-and-diming" and prioritizing his casino over fan favorites, Sal vehemently defends the Mets, arguing that Diaz simply preferred Los Angeles and had no interest in continuous dialogue. The co-hosts then spar over the impact of Juan Soto's massive contract, debating if it has limited the Mets' ability to build around the rest of the team and whether they'd rather have Soto over a core of Alonso, Tucker, and Diaz. The conversation is interrupted by a confrontational call from "Bob the Dodger Fan," leading Sal to take a verbal "blowtorch" to the idea of the Mets being the Dodgers' rival and the necessity of an elite closer to win a World Series. The segment concludes with a wild report of a rumored 3-year, $120 million offer for Kyle Schwarber, leaving BT and Sal questioning the team's priorities for Pete Alonso.
It's the one-year anniversary of the Juan Soto signing, but the current baseball offseason has been anything but exciting! We dive into the quiet winter and take a call from listener Paul, who returns to voice his strong opinion: He does not like Steve Cohen!
The 2025 edition of the baseball winter meetings is officially underway in Orlando, Florida, and the Baseball Bar-B-Cast crew is on the scene. This is normally the week when deals start to bloom and big free agents are plucked from the tree. Just last year we saw Juan Soto and the New York Mets agree to a deal, as well as Max Fried joining the New York Yankees, so you never know what might happen.On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman give their thoughts on what might happen at the meetings this year and the things they're looking forward to, including the annual Scott Boras free-agent pitch. They then talk about Jeff Kent being elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Veterans Committee and why it'll be at least five years until Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds possibly get their last shot at enshrinement.Later, Jake and Jordan talk about the Seattle Mariners, Boston Red Sox, Washington Nationals,and Pittsburgh Pirates all making trades with their hopes set on 2026, as well as a few free agents coming off the board. Then they get into the Sonny Gray vs. Yankees drama that has developed following the news that he wasn't happy to join the Yankees in 2017.1:25 – The Opener: 2025 Winter Meetings17:00 – Jeff Kent elected to Hall of Fame24:47 – Around the League: Trades going down42:42 – Free agents signing47:51 – We Need To Talk About: Gray vs. Yankees53:45 – Field Report: Winter League edition Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:
BT unleashes an impassioned rant over the Hall of Fame Veterans Committee disrespecting Don Mattingly, who received a shocking six votes despite his peak dominance and "contribution to the game." Tierney is furious that his all-time favorite player, a high-character star, is continually overlooked while other players with flawed résumés get in. Sal shifts gears to his chaotic weekend: a mad dash to Santaland at Macy's and the Rockefeller Tree where he battled crowds, strollers, and the clock for his family's annual picture. The hosts wrap up with the "Call of the Day," where Sal sarcastically wishes BT a "happy anniversary" of the Mets' massive Juan Soto signing—a reminder that you "can't win in the off-season." They also debate Buster Olney's call for Hall of Famers to admit to PED use to clear the way for Bonds and Clemens.
BT & Sal kick off the show by celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Juan Soto signing, arguing that winning the offseason doesn't guarantee a successful season. The focus quickly shifts to the Winter Meetings and a report on David Stearns' reluctance to give out long-term deals to free agent starting pitchers. Sal defends Stearns' strategy, preferring to chase Tarik Skubal via trade or pursue Michael King over overpaying non-aces like Framber Valdez. The hosts debate whether the Mets can afford to lose Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz if Stearns' plan to build a "better" team doesn't include massive free-agent contracts. The conversation takes a sharp turn as they discuss the Diddy documentary on Netflix, with Sal questioning whether the hip-hop mogul was responsible for Tupac's death, and noting the lack of payment to artists. The show wraps up with calls debating the Mets' potential pursuit of Kyle Schwarber and Jeff McNeil's "petulant" behavior, with the hosts wondering if a new-look team could function without their "Core Four."
The "Call of the Day" segment begins with Sal wishing BT a "happy anniversary," marking one year since the Mets signed Juan Soto to a massive $765 million deal. BT wastes no time, rubbing in the Mets' 83-win failure and the fact the Yankees made the playoffs anyway, proving you can't win in the offseason. The conversation shifts to the Winter Meetings, discussing Pete Alonso meeting with the Red Sox and Orioles, fueling speculation that the Mets' "hard line" of a three-year deal could push the Polar Bear out. The hosts then pivot to a fiery debate on PEDs and the Hall of Fame, agreeing with Buster Olney that current Hall of Famers are cowardly for not confessing their own use, which would finally clear the way for Bonds, Clemens, and A-Rod. Finally, a controversial caller challenges the legacy of Don Mattingly, prompting BT to passionately defend "Donnie Baseball" as the most beloved New York athlete of his lifetime, arguing his career was cut short by injury, not performance.
BT & Sal kick off a fiery hour, celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Juan Soto signing to prove you "can't win the offseason." The Mets focus shifts to David Stearns' controversial reluctance to give long-term deals to free-agent pitchers, with Sal arguing for trade targets like Tarik Skubal instead of overpaying for "non-aces." In a stunning take, the hosts declare the Jets' brutal loss to the Dolphins is "GOOD" for the franchise, dramatically improving their Colts' draft pick value for a franchise QB. The Yankees are slammed for focusing on irrelevant Sonny Gray history instead of signing Cody Bellinger and Kwan. Other hot topics include: an impassioned rant over the Hall of Fame Veterans Committee's disgraceful six votes for Don Mattingly; a hilarious dissection of "The Bald Look," side "wings," and producer Hoff's viral sweatpants bulge; and an attack on Giants' rookie Abdul Carter's lack of accountability amid off-field issues. The show wraps with Sal detailing his chaotic trip to Santaland and a debate on PED confessions for Hall of Famers.
More Post-Dispatch podcasts. Please consider subscribing. There is no bumper sticker, no buzzy campaign slogan that captures the challenge facing Major League Baseball and its 30 clubs as economic disparity grows and the expiration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement arrives. A complex issue requires a complex solution. Or does it? A brief conversation about the Cardinals' spending strategy and past history with free agency, based on research done for The Write Fielder newsletter, spirals into a much larger debate between Best Podcast in Baseball host Derrick Goold and guest Kevin Wheeler, of KMOX/104.1 FM. After detailing how the Cardinals got into their current predicament, the questions that follow are two-fold: Do the Cardinals need to change their approach to free agency to return to contention, and does MLB need to change its economic structure for the Cardinals to have a new approach to free agency. The debate ignites from there. Wheeler makes a compelling case for how the Cardinals needed to "swim in deeper waters" for free agency and a more conservative approach caught up with them. He adds that a team now focused on development needs to produce its own stars. Goold counters by wondering what World Series contenders have developed their star and not had to outfit the roster with free-agent moves to complete the championship-caliber roster. The Yankees may have Aaron Judge, and they used prospects to trade for Juan Soto once, but they also signed Gerrit Cole. The Kansas City Royals have a homegrown, bona fide star in Bobby Witt Jr. But what's next? That's where the economics of the game enter the conversation and Wheeler's stance that the "big boys" need to play ball for the betterment of the game, and if that means taking less or receiving a smaller cut to spur and require the spending of the smaller markets so be it. Goold makes a suggestion for pulling that off that Wheeler contends would be difficult to sell to fans who what the tangible bumper sticker, not the boring details of how it gets done. Eventually they agree on one. It's the TV deal. Wheeler's arguments that hinge on a comparison to the NBA and its salary cap format require there to be a much larger national TV deal, one closer to what the NBA has. And that is the crux of this. Once that's in place then negotiations about a salarly floor, shared revenue, and an international draft to better balance talent coming from abroad are all more tangible because the largest issue -- the growing gulch between teams -- has been bridged. In its 13th season as one of the first and most widely heard podcasts on baseball and the Cardinals, the Best Podcast in Baseball has reached a new season-high with 30 episodes. Each episode is sponsored weekly by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and lead baseball writer Derrick Goold.
This week's Mets highlights are full of Devin Williams reactions, from Sal calling it a good move regardless of what happens with Edwin Diaz to Chris McMonigle giving it an incomplete grade, depending on what moves are next. Plus, BT and Sal react to reports of a chilly relationship between Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor, and ponder what the market is for Pete Alonso.
This week's Mets highlights are full of Devin Williams reactions, from Sal calling it a good move regardless of what happens with Edwin Diaz to Chris McMonigle giving it an incomplete grade, depending on what moves are next. Plus, BT and Sal react to reports of a chilly relationship between Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor, and ponder what the market is for Pete Alonso.
This week's Mets highlights are full of Devin Williams reactions, from Sal calling it a good move regardless of what happens with Edwin Diaz to Chris McMonigle giving it an incomplete grade, depending on what moves are next. Plus, BT and Sal react to reports of a chilly relationship between Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor, and ponder what the market is for Pete Alonso.
BT and Sal are bracing for a chaotic MLB Winter Meetings, with Sal expecting a "blockbuster blitz" of trades and signings. The hosts recall the frenzy of Juan Soto's massive signing from a previous year that broke right at the start of the meetings. The conversation quickly pivots to the Yankees, where Sal argues against the conventional wisdom of needing an entire starting rotation overhaul. He strongly asserts the Yankees are "deficient" in position players, not pitching, and should instead strengthen their existing strength to create a "superpower" rotation with the returns of Gerrit Cole and Cam Schlittler. Tierney agrees, saying the Yankees must strengthen what they're already good at, since they can't match rivals like the Dodgers or Blue Jays in other areas. The segment sets the stage for a dramatic week of hot stove action.
BT & Sal dive into the Yankees' Free Agency strategy, debating whether the team will land a big fish like Cody Bellinger or Kyle Tucker. Sal is skeptical the Yankees will match the necessary seven-year deal for Bellinger, while both hosts agree that Tucker, despite being the better all-around player, is not worth the "Soto Money" (an astronomical $765M) that Juan Soto's dominant walk year commanded. Tierney presents a plausible "outside-the-box" scenario: trading for a star like Jazz Chisholm or beefing up the rotation with a trade for a top-tier pitcher like Max Fried or Tarik Skubal to create the "best rotation this century" and pairing it with Edwin Diaz in the bullpen. Sal argues that overinvesting in pitching and neglecting the lineup is a "dangerous plan" for postseason success. The discussion centers on the core tension in MLB contracts: paying veterans for past performance due to their age at free agency (like Tucker at 29), rather than their future prime years.
BT & Sal dive into a trio of combustible topics! First, a viral (and fake) image of Juan Soto and Mia Khalifa sparks the question: Would you ever date a porn star? The hosts explore the potential challenges, from confidence issues to differing lifestyles. Next, the segment plunges into a marital "minefield" by asking, "What's the worst part of being married?" BT admits he misses being on his own schedule, while Sal and Hoff lament the need to "pretend to care" about endless stories and unnecessary communication ("Just talk to me like you're sending a text!"). Finally, they pull back from the sarcasm to share the best part of marriage: having a "pit bull" teammate and an unshakeable home base. The conversation briefly touches on a Bryce Harper to the Yankees rumor that Cashman can't seem to kill.
BT and Sal dive into the day's most outrageous call, where a listener named Chris compares Juan Soto's plate discipline to Mia Khalifa's... expertise, sparking a hilarious and awkward on-air moment. The discussion quickly pivots to the sheer absurdity of social media after they reveal a fake "Wes Steinberg" tweet about a football player received over 25 million views. Finally, the hosts tackle a Giants fan's wild suggestion to trade the team's top draft pick for star WR Justin Jefferson. Sal pushes back hard, arguing the Giants have more crucial holes to fill—like the trenches and the secondary—especially given their limited cap space. The conversation closes with a listener lamenting the state of media, demanding quality and debate over shocking absurdity.
BT & Sal dive into the state of New York football, declaring the Giants' season "over" and shifting focus to the Jets, whose "stock is trending up" due to better infrastructure, young talent development (like AD Mitchell), and winning three of their last five. They contrast this with the Giants' lack of cap space and the need to "fire everybody" from the front office down. The discussion pivots to baseball, debating the contentious question of Pete Alonso's next contract. Sal defends his $180M/6-year line in a fiery exchange with a caller who suggests the Mets should let Pete walk and rely on Mark Vientos—a prospect Sal vehemently dismisses. Finally, they cover the Saint John's Johnnies Report, noting the team's surprising four-and-three start and the need for Pitino to tighten the rotation and defense. The segment ends with the "Call of the Day," a shocking, dumped-out call that leads to a hilarious discussion about Juan Soto's patience and the viral Wes Steinberg fake news tweet that garnered 25 million views.
On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo react to the news that the Mets agreed to a deal with reliever Devin Williams, while delivering a full preview of next week's MLB Winter Meetings. First up, the guys look at the deal for Devin, including what it means for the Mets and the future of Edwin Diaz. Later, Connor and Joe dive into stories of friction in the Mets clubhouse, explore trade scenarios surrounding Kodai Senga, break down deals for Dylan Cease and Ryan Helsley, and go Down on the Farm in search of more relief help. The show wraps up with a Mailbag featuring questions about Tatsuya Imai, Juan Soto as DH, Luisangel Acuna, and 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!00:45 Initial reaction to the Devin Williams signing, and what's next for Edwin Diaz?08:15 Francisco Lindor vs Jeff McNeil and vs Juan Soto20:25 The Dylan Cease deal and the starers market23:40 Will Kodai Senga stay or go?31:40 The Ryan Helsley deal and the reliever market33:55 Trent Grisham takes QO, what now for Cody Bellinger?37:20 Down on the Farm presented by Binghamton University37:30 Down on the Farm/Mailbag – relievers up from the farm?39:30 Mailbag; Tatsuya Imai doubleheader of questions44:10 Mailbag: Juan Soto at DH?47:10 Mailbag: Offers for Edwin Diaz51:10 Mailbag: Luisangel Acuna an option in CF? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
After celebrating the Jets' clutch win with Nick Folk and Tyrod Taylor, the debate ignites over a potential Mike Tomlin-to-Giants coaching swap, with Boomer vehemently opposing the move. The guys then dive into NFL controversies: Aaron Rodgers calling out his receivers, shocking comments about Lane Kiffin, a Browns player's vulgar insult, a punter's death threat, and Cam Heyward's cheap shot accusation against Josh Allen. Boomer makes a strong case for his defensive juggernaut team that can beat anyone, Jerry Jones' outrageous price tag for Micah Parsons is revealed, and we have explosive Mets clubhouse drama involving Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto, plus the unforgettable Moment of the Day featuring Gio doing Sean McVay talking about "porn addiction."
Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest offseason stories in baseball! Whether you're just wanting to test an idea out, or you're getting serious about launching your own brand, it's never been easier to get started on https://shopify.com/today. Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ 00:00 INTRO03:39 Is $210M for Dylan Cease an overpay by the Blue Jays?15:26 Orioles sign Ryan Helsley to two-year/$28M deal22:08 Mets reportedly had clubhouse issues in 202533:15 A sleeper trade candidate that may surprise you41:25 An awesome gift for a White Sox fan (The Pope)47:00 OUTRO Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us a textWe began by talking about the best HOFers that did not make the HOF. Not hitting as many home runs hurt the chances of Derek Jeter, Wade Boggs, and Tony Gwynn all of whom did not win an MVP. Manny Ramirez did hit a lot of HRs never won an MVP, but he's also not a HOFer. Mike Piazza never won an MVP finishing second twice. Dylan Cease got the big bucks for seven years while Sonny Gray got $41M for one year. Pitchers get paid in different ways but long term deals have been harder to get for pitchers. Now Framber Valdez is smiling. Nine managers were selected to replace ones not coming back. Warren Schaeffer the latest as he signed on with the #Rockies. Good luck. We talked about the others who'd already taken the job. And then there's the #Mets. We go unit by unit although we did not talk about catcher Francisco Alvarez. Is there a way for the team to compete for a pennant in 2026? They have work to do. Will Francisco Lindor be named team captain? Juan Soto does not seem to want the job. Fortunately there is still time pre-season to continue to change the team after trading Brandon Nimmo for Gold Glove 2B Marcus Semien. Then there's time until the trading deadline too!Intro & Outro music this season courtesy of Mercury Maid! Check them out on Spotify or Apple Music! Please subscribe to our podcast and thanks for listening! If you can give us 4 or 5 star rating that means a lot. And if you have a suggestion for an episode please drop us a line via email at Almostcooperstown@gmail.com. You can also follow us on X @almostcoop or visit the Almost Cooperstown Facebook page or YouTube channel. And please tell your friends!www.almostcooperstown.com
First year of Juan Soto and the clubhouse turns upside down? But Lindor and McNeil have had a history way before Juan Soto came to Queens. Evan dives into the mess that is the Mets clubhouse. Buy "The Rico" T-Shirts follow this link: https://breakingt.com/products/the-rico Please like, rate, follow, favorite or subscribe to Rico Brogna here: https://link.chtbl.com/RicoBrogna Email TheRicoB@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 2025 Major League Baseball season was one of the most memorable in recent history. From the Los Angeles Dodgers becoming the first repeat champions since the New York Yankees' '90s dynasty to the incredible run that brought the Toronto Blue Jays to their first World Series since 1993, it's time to look back at the unforgettable moments from the season that was.On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman revisit the year in baseball with their annual time capsule episode. Starting with the Opening Series in Japan—which featured Shohei Ohtani getting a little help on a home run, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. receiving a contract extension and Juan Soto's reception upon his return to the Bronx—the guys collect mementos from these moments so future generations can remember them.Later, Jake and Jordan discuss the first-ever swing-off to decide the All-Star Game in Atlanta, the extremely rainy Speedway Classic, Jacob Misiorowski pulling an extremely rare Charizard Pokémon card and the first-ever American Pope being a Chicago White Sox fan. This year's time capsule does not disappoint!1:40 – What is the time capsule?5:28 – Opening Series in Japan19:11 – Baseball Pope36:30 – Rafael Devers traded42:26 – Cal Raleigh's Home Run Derby53:12 – Speedway Classic1:08:43 – Mets complete collapse1:11:48 – 2025 Postseason1:23:09 – Ernie's couch1:31:59 – Yamamoto's Game 7 Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:
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BT & Sal ignite a heated argument with Hoff over a hypothetical Mets trade proposal by Jim Bowden, which sends four top prospects (Tong, Sproat, Williams, Mauricio) to Detroit for one year of Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal. BT is "in a heartbeat" for the trade, arguing they must be aggressive to land a frontline ace. Hoff slams it as "irresponsible", insisting they absolutely cannot trade that "butt load of prospects" without a guaranteed contract extension, comparing the high cost to the Yankees' "bunch of nothing" price for Juan Soto. The debate centers on risk: the Mets' willingness to gamble on an extension versus the risk of being "stupid" and losing their best young talent for a one-year rental. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BT & Sal ignite a heated argument with Hoff over a hypothetical Mets trade proposal by Jim Bowden, which sends four top prospects (Tong, Sproat, Williams, Mauricio) to Detroit for one year of Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal. BT is "in a heartbeat" for the trade, arguing they must be aggressive to land a frontline ace. Hoff slams it as "irresponsible", insisting they absolutely cannot trade that "butt load of prospects" without a guaranteed contract extension, comparing the high cost to the Yankees' "bunch of nothing" price for Juan Soto. The debate centers on risk: the Mets' willingness to gamble on an extension versus the risk of being "stupid" and losing their best young talent for a one-year rental.
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back to discuss all of the news and rumors for the New York Mets heading into next season. With rumors swirling after the GM meetings, who will still be a Met in 2026? Could key members of the core be traded? All that and more on this week's episode! 00:00-3:54: Edwin Diaz "50-50" on returning to the Mets...what will Pete Alonso's market look like? 3:55-6:35: Mets rumored to be "SHOPPING" Jeff McNeil on the trade market 6:36-9:02: Juan Soto says he'd like the Mets to bring back Starling Marte 9:03-12:11: Are the Mets shopping Brandon NIMMO? 12:12-14:16: How much trade value do guys like Mark Vientos, LuisAngel Acuna have? 14:17-16:48: Mets RELEASE Frankie Montas. Was he the biggest FLOP of David Stearns' tenure so far? 16:49-20:26: Will the Mets trade Kodai Senga? Are they targeting Devin Williams? And what does the rest of the offseason have in store? #mlb #mlbb #mlbbcreatorcamp #mlbbaseball #baseball #podcast #newyork #newyorkmets #mets #metsbaseball #lfgm #lgm #freeagency #mlbfreeagency #petealonso #edwindiaz #losangeles #losangelesdodgers #dodgers LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://www.flowcode.com/page/whymetspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Zach, Jack, and Andrew discuss the sad end to the New York Mets season, a bad omen for last year, and give out 2025 grades for each of the notable offensive Mets: Brandon Nimmo, Juan Soto, Jeff McNeil, Francisco Lindor, Mark Vientos, Brett Baty, Francisco Alvarez, and Pete Alonso.
Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge have combined to win seven Most Valuable Player Awards. We get it, they've been dominant. But is 2026 going to be the year somebody else -- Cal Raleigh? Juan Soto? -- snags the MVP hardware? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BT & Sal go head-to-head on the major implications of Josh Naylor's reported five-year extension with the Mariners, arguing it has immediately set a floor for Pete Alonso's free-agent negotiations. BT argues Naylor's deal is a "good night for Pete," suggesting Alonso will now command a minimum of five years at a massive salary. However, BT insists the Mets should not sign him for six years, arguing Naylor offers a more well-rounded skill set (higher contact, better defense, better on the bases) compared to Pete's pure power. Sal fires back, calling Naylor a "poor man's Pete Alonso" and a "moneyball guy" who isn't needed in New York. He maintains that Alonso's proven power and clutch performance in the New York market are irreplaceable and that the Mets must re-sign him to maintain the team's core, especially behind Juan Soto. The conversation heats up as they debate whether David Stearns is overthinking the situation and what moves the Mets must make if they let Pete walk, with Cody Bellinger being the only acceptable replacement.
We are back for a Hot Stove Edition of the Terry Collins Show! Former Mets Bench Coach John Gibbons talks with us on his new job with the Los Angeles Angels, his departure from the Mets, Juan Soto, and reasons the Mets fell short in 2025! We analyze the 2025 GM Meetings with two of the top baseball insiders, SNY's Andy Martino and Mets Beat Writer for Newsday Laura Albanese. Andy and Laura discuss Mets President of Baseball Ops David Stearns comments on Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, Jeff McNeil and the off season expectations. Plus we dive deep into the ongoing Betting scandal effecting the MLB! We debut a Tunnel to Towers PSA with Radio Voice of the Mets - Howie Rose! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel or watch any of our episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTerryCollinsShow Subscribe to the Terry Collins show on your favorite podcast platform. Like and Subscribe to our YouTube channel: / @theterrycollinsshow Follow The Terry Collins Show: X: https://x.com/TerryCollins_10 Instagram: / terrycollins_10 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Follow John Arezzi on X: https://x.com/johnarezzi Follow John Arezzi on Instagram: / johnarezzi Donate $11 a month to now help first responders, veterans and our military heroes. Go to Tunnel to Towers and help them do good: https://t2t.org/ Host: Terry Collins Co-Host: John Arezzi Creative Director: Marsh Researcher - Dominic DiBiase Executive Producer: John Arezzi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Juan Soto over Bobby Witt Jr. in 2026? Cal Raleigh and Nick Kurtz are now in the second round. How early should Junior Caminero go? Pete Crow-Armstrong and James Wood still wind up in the third round despite their rough second halves. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BT & Sal unleash a fiery debate on the Yankees' offseason, arguing the entire success of their winter hinges on re-signing free agent Cody Bellinger. Sal insists the team has "no excuse" to lose Bellinger after already whiffing on Juan Soto last year, demanding the Yankees get aggressive now and exceed the market if necessary. Tierney agrees, noting that losing Bellinger would make their already unclear roster situation "very worrisome." The hosts also pivot to a bigger picture, asking: "Is Bellinger enough?" They propose bold moves like trading for a true leadoff hitter like Steven Kwan and questioning the Yankees' self-imposed limitation at third base with Ryan McMahon when a proven winner like Alex Bregman is available. They conclude that without Bellinger and further aggressive action, the Yankees risk simply starting the next season with the same flawed team.
It's a LIVE Kokomo Friday from First Pitch Arizona! Kevin McGonigle has flashed in the Arizona Fall League (2:55). ... Let's get into tough questions for 2026: Who should be drafted as the SP4 (4:14)? ... Is Nick Kurtz a first-round pick (13:35)? ... What should the roles be for Roki Sasaki and Mason Miller (21:06)? ... Where to draft James Wood and Pete Crow-Armstrong (25:56)? ... How many steals should we expect for Juan Soto and Josh Naylor (31:52)? ... Which prospect debuts first (39:34)? ... Who should be the first rookie drafted (46:58)? ... Where in the world is Scott White (51:10)? ... We wrap up by playing some Scotty Doesn't Know (55:05)! Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mike Francesa reacts to your emails about the Jets trades, a possible new Giants head coach, the Mets pursuit of Bo Bichette, and much more. 00:00 Jets moves at the trade deadline 05:50 Why did IKF slide during World Series? 09:25 Ja Morant or Zion Williamson? 12:50 Kingsbury to Giants? 14:30 Yankees vs. Dodgers hitting 19:00 Mike Tomlin's consistency 12:00 Ranking Dave Roberts 23:30 Should Mets sign Bo Bichette? 26:40 Juan Soto as an MVP finalist 27:50 Does Sauce complete the Colts? 29:40 Flacco a Hall of Famer?
Before we jump into the outfield, the Dodgers have won back-to-back World Series (2:25). ... What is the state of the outfield (6:55)? ... Who were the Top-12 outfielders in preseason ADP (9:10)? ... News (15:50): we got confirmation on a bunch of player opt outs. ... Let's recap the Top-20 outfielders, starting with Aaron Judge, Juan Soto and George Springer (21:35). ... Julio Rodriguez, Corbin Carroll and Fernando Tatis Jr. all performed (28:26). ... Byron Buxton managed to stay healthy and was ridiculous (35:37). ... Cody Bellinger's free agency will be interesting (43:32). ... James Wood faded and Kyle Tucker has battled injury two years in a row (48:39). ... Randy Arozarena and Brent Rooker are ideal OF2s (53:38). ... Andy Pages and Brandon Nimmo are just rock solid (59:22). We're doing a live podcast at First Pitch Arizona next week! We'll be discussing the biggest questions for 2026. You can help by filling out this survey: https://tinyurl.com/422w5jvv Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From 'Rico Brogna' (subscribe here): Juan Soto certainly made his first season with the New York Mets memorable as he set personal records in Home Runs and Stolen Bases. The debate all season though was whether or not he produced in big spots. So, as Evan Roberts did last year for Pete Alonso, we took a look back at all 43 homeruns to determine how important they were during the game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices