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68. The Untouchables w/ Mathew Brownstein | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 36:19


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Mathew Brownstein of Metsmerized Online returns to join Tim in assessing where the New York Mets stand with a month until pitchers and catchers report to Port St. Lucie. The future is on full display as Baseball America included three Mets prospects into their 2021 Top 100 rankings, and Mat gives a peek inside the team's luxury tax situation with quite a few roster holes left to plug.

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67. Mike Mayer of Metsmerized Online | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2021 48:57


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', executive editor of Metsmerized Online Mike Mayer returns to the show to bring us up to speed on the New York Mets offseason and what's still on the docket for Jared Porter & Co. Tim and Mike talk about Mets free-agent targets George Springer and Brad Hand (as well as fallback options for both), Francisco Lindor's potential extension, the universal DH, and a lot more.

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66. Lindor Takes His Talents To Flushing | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2021 30:04


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Jacob Resnick returns to join Tim in breaking down quite possibly the biggest trade the New York Mets have made since acquiring Mike Piazza. With the addition of Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco, the Mets have put themselves on the cusp of front-runner status in the National League. With more action on the horizon, the excitement in Queens is palpable.

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65. Hope Springer Eternal | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2020 34:08


Steve Cohen and the New York Mets front office have their work cut out for them this winter. In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Jacob Resnick returns to join Tim in breaking down what's next for the revitalized Metsies. San Diego's been hard at work reinforcing their lineup (courtesy of Tampa Bay, which is a discussion in itself), so now it's on Sandy Alderson, Jared Porter, and Zack Scott to strike back.

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64. Yes We McCann w/ James Fox of Southside Sox | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2020 29:10


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin, Tim is joined by editor/writer/podcaster at Southside Sox and Future Sox, James Fox, to discuss the Mets signing of former White Sox backstop James McCann to a four-year deal in Queens on Saturday and what the new Metsies catcher brings to the table, er, plate. The guys also chat about the Mets' new GM Jared Porter and what's happening on the South Side of Chicago these days.

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63. Something Something Hot Stove | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 45:06


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Metsmerized and Mets Minors mainstay Jacob Resnick returns to run the gauntlet of offseason news topics. The Mets front office search continues, and even though Theo Epstein may be out of the picture (for now), there are a few on-field Cubs that would look mighty fine in blue and orange next season. We discuss some of the second-tier starters the Mets have been linked to, Jacob provides a quick Rule 5 Draft primer, and we answer some mailbag questions.

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62. Joe Pantorno of AM New York | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 41:13


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin, Tim is joined by AM New York sports editor Joe Pantorno with more Steve Cohen reaction and some insight as to if and when Cohen might acquire SNY. Joe dives into what internal moves Cohen’s already put in motion, what’s cooking on the international market, and the dividends all these moves could end up paying. The guys discuss the chances Trevor Bauer or Francisco Lindor end up in Queens this winter, how the roster could be affected by the loss of the designated hitter, and much more.

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61. He's Here... And He's Perfect! | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 37:02


Jacob Resnick of Metsmerized returns to the show to bask in the glory of new ownership for the New York Mets with Tim Ryder in the latest episode of Simply Amazin. The commencement of the Steve Cohen Era has rejuvenated this fan base and has brightened the organizational outlook on just about every front. Listen to Tim and Jacob break down what Cohen's approval means for the future of this proud franchise.

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60. Mets Offseason Primer w/ Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 40:19


In this episode, Jacob Resnick of Metsmerized Online returned to the show to join Tim in breaking down the Mets' reported priority of building up the team's analytics department before beginning to upgrade the roster, what that means for the Mets' offseason in general, and how much roster turnover we should expect heading into 2021.

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59. 2020 Season Recap w/ Justin Toscano of The Record | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 52:14


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by Met beat writer for the Bergen Record, Justin Toscano. They break down a disappointing season, a lot of questions to be answered this offseason, and the brighter days are sure to follow as the Wilpon Era comes to a close.

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58. Welcome Home, Uncle Stevie | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2020 46:31


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by Jacob Resnick of Metsmerized Online to joyously ring in the Steve Cohen Era in Flushing, as the Mets agreed to sell the team to the Long Island native on Monday. With a solid core in place, the potential for this ballclub to take immeasurable leaps with the right level of support from ownership is ridiculously exciting. Oh, and the Mets headed into Monday just two games out of a playoff spot in the NL. So there's that.

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57. Remembering The Franchise w/ Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 31:38


Jacob Resnick of Metsmerized Online returned to the show, joining Tim to reflect on the passing of Mets Hall of Famer and arguably the best right-hander to ever step on an MLB mound, Tom Seaver. The legacy he leaves behind is a tremendous one. Jacob and Tim do their best to convey the importance of reinforcing that legacy. Of course, a World Series title in 2020 would be a great way for the Mets to pay tribute to Tom Terrific.

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56. Flushing Is On Fire w/ Andrew Claudio | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 65:00


In this episode, Tim is joined by Andrew Claudio of "Final Score" to recap the latest low point for this franchise after one of the more incompetent and tumultuous 7-day stretches. Topics include: the Mets game losing streak, the moves made at the trade deadline, Luis Rojas through his first 35 games, how to use Seth Lugo, how to use Edwin Diaz, Dom Smith's comments last week and the show of solidarity from both the Mets and Marlins, how the Mets overshadowed that show of solidarity with their incompetence and much MUCH more.

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55. Caught By COVID, PLUS: Mitch Petanick of Monster Hits Club | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 59:44


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by Mitch Petanick (@firstpitchmitch on Twitter), proprietor of Monster Hits Club -- a baseball card group break channel on YouTube -- and former Metsmerized writer to discuss what's happening in Flushing and in the card hobby. COVID has struck the Mets just as they were finding their groove. Let's hope the momentum they've gained isn't lost.

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54. Not So Sunny In Philadelphia | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 39:17


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Jacob Resnick of Metsmerized returns to break down a lost weekend for the New York Mets in Philadelphia. Not a ton of time left to right the ship, but with solid cogs performing admirably in the absence of production or injuries to some of the frontliners, there is hope, yet. And we'd be remiss to ignore Tim's exit from Metsmerized this week, so he says his piece on the matter and assures everyone it's nothing but love.

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53. The (Stro)Man Who Wasn't There | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2020 48:10


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Jacob Resnick returns to the show to discuss what the Mets' next move is after Marcus Stroman opted out of the season on Monday. Who's fills the rotational vacancy? Is a makeshift rotation enough to get the job done? Will Pete Alonso snap out of his funk and start mashing again? We touch on all this and more.

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52. Long Live The King | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 39:16


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Jacob Resnick returns to discuss the dumpster fire that is currently the New York Mets. The team has lost five in a row, they're trading away prospects for .210 hitters, and their questionable actions on Sunday -- no, not the game -- may be the strangest development of them all.

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51. Zach Braziller of the New York Post | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 24:15


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by Zach Braziller of the New York Post to discuss the Mets first six games of the season. They also go over Cespedes return to somewhat everyday duty, bats they'd like to see in the lineup more, the current state of the pitching staff and more!

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49. Opening Day 2020 w/ Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 42:44


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin, Jacob Resnick returns to the show to ring in a new, yet incredibly truncated MLB season. With injuries mounting, the New York Mets are faced with early, unanticipated hurdles. With only 60 games to make a run for the National League East, the Mets have their work cut out for them.

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48. Justin Toscano of The Record | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2020 35:33


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', we welcome back Justin Toscano, New York Mets beat writer for The Record, to get us geared up for the truncated 2020 season beginning on July 24. Marcus Stroman's confidence, Michael Conforto's leadership qualities, and the impressive spread around this roster are just a few of the topics discussed.

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47. Andrew Battifarano of MiLB.com | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 43:31


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by MiLB.com writer Andrew Battifarano to discuss the unprecedented shockwaves being sent out across the baseball world by the ongoing COVID-19 global health crisis. They also chat about the return of Major League Baseball, how encouraging that notion is, but also how uncertain the future of this season is, too.

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46. The Boys Are Back w/ Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 35:55


In this episode of Simply Amazin', after an arduous four months of waiting, New York Mets baseball is back. Jacob Resnick returns to talk shop with Tim, touching on health guidelines at Summer Camp, the potential of this Mets ever-expanding roster, and what to expect as this strange season rolls on (spoiler alert: we have no idea).

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45. MLB Summer Camp Update w/ Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2020 36:59


In this episode, Jacob Resnick joined Tim for an MLB Summer Camp primer! Sixty-man rosters are being set, schedules are being hammered out, and everyone's pretty darn excited for baseball. The Mets made some depth moves on Monday, and Brodie Van Wagenen addressed the media for the first time in months. Jacob and Tim break it all down in the latest episode of Simply Amazin'.

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44. Joe DeMayo of SNY | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 46:58


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by SNY contributor Joe DeMayo to talk New York Mets draft picks, the prospects of a 2020 season (breaking news about halfway through the episode pertaining to that, in fact), and the continued momentum being built by the Mets' potential purchasing group of Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez, as well as a couple of new friends.

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43. Laura Goldman of ABC News | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 28:10


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Laura Goldman - a freelance producer for ABC News and former stockbroker with a degree from Wharton (talk about a renaissance woman) - joins the show to discuss Steve Cohen's ongoing - and still very much alive - bid to purchase the Mets. The Wilpons and their financial strains also come up, and it appears their time in Flushing could very well be up. Great stuff from Laura. Be sure to follow her on Twitter @laurasgoldman.

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42. Michael Stahl, Author of "Big Sexy: Bartolo Colon In His Own Words" | Simply Amazin

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 20:19


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by Michael Stahl, co-author of Big Sexy: In His Own Words, with former MLB -- and New York Mets -- pitcher, Bartolo Colon. Michael expands on Bartolo's journey through the majors, his time in Queens, and, of course, his Shot Heard 'Round The World in San Diego. Be sure to check out the book, available for purchase now!

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41. MLB Draft Recap w/ Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2020 51:50


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin, Tim is joined by Jacob Resnick of Metsmerized and Mets Minors to discuss the New York Mets' incoming draft class. With only six picks in this year's truncated draft, the Mets appear to have taken a viable, potential-laden path. The guys also tackle the latest MLB/MLBPA negotiations, as well as a potential Mets sale -- again.

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40. Former Mets Starter Glendon Rusch | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 33:19


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by former New York Mets left-hander and member of the 2000 National League champions, Glendon Rusch. Rusch shares stories from his ascent through the minors -- including the valuable experience he gained in Triple-A -- and, of course, his time with the Mets.

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39. Jerry Beach & Larry Fleisher | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 71:21


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by Larry Fleisher and Jerry Beach, both of Forbes, to discuss the latest on negotiations between Major League Baseball and the MLB Players' Association and the many hurdles to clear for a 2020 season to go off without a hitch. The guys also discuss Jerry's new book, The Subway Series: Baseball's Big Apple Battles And The Yankees-Mets 2000 World Series, the season and postseason leading up to that All-NY fall classic, and when we could expect the next Subway Series.

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38. Our Ass Is In The Jackpot Now w/ Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 57:46


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin, Tim is joined by Metsmerized's Jacob Resnick to discuss a wide spectrum of baseball news. Between ongoing negotiations between MLB and the MLBPA, the decimation of minor league systems across the league, and the four-year anniversary of Terry Collins' famous "ass in the jackpot" on-field rant, there was plenty to talk about.

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37. Michael Price of The Simpsons & F Is For Family | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 37:00


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by Michael Price, co-executive producer/longtime writer for The Simpsons and co-creator/showrunner of Netflix's F is For Family (season four out June 12). As a lifelong Mets fan, Mike shares plenty of details regarding his fandom, the parallels between baseball and everyday life, and much more.

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36. Former Mets Reliever Dennis Cook | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 39:12


In the latest episode of SImply Amazin', Tim is joined by fellow Metsmerized brethren Mathew Brownstein and former New York Mets left-handed reliever Dennis Cook. The guys discuss the anatomy of a bullpen, the cohesion of those 1999 and 2000 Mets postseason teams, the difference between throwing and pitching, and the exciting (and nearly violent) Subway Series with the Yankees.

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35. Farewell Rumble Ponies w/ Mike Mayer | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 65:10


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin, Tim is joined by Metsmerized executive editor Mike Mayer. Tim and Mike discuss the potential contraction of two Mets minor league affiliates, the ongoing negotiations between MLB and the MLB Players' Association, as well as how the Mets could benefit from the universal DH in 2020. To close out the show, Mike opens a few packs of old baseball cards and the guys tell some stories.

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34. Andrew Battifarano of MiLB.com | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 44:11


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by Andrew Battifarano of MiLB.com for some good, old-fashioned prospect talk. Mets blue-chips Ronny Mauricio, Brett Baty, Matthew Allan, and Josh Wolf are discussed, as is the leaguewide overabundance of top-flight talent bubbling their way through the minor leagues.

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Episode 20 - Talkin' to Tim Ryder

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Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 54:55


It's a very special episode of Mets Across The Pod, as Tracey, Les and David welcome Tim Ryder of Metsmerized and the Simply Amazin' podcast to the show. Who is his dream podcast guest? Will there be baseball in 2020 and a realignment of the leagues? Who are his favourite Mets past and present, and which current player might make the best manager? Most importantly, which soccer team does his grandmother support? We get the big answers to the biggest of questions. Tim asks us about baseball in the UK, and we find out the best bar near him to watch a game in. It's even English themed, apparently. Tim can be found at @TimothyRRyder on Twitter, and at @Metsmerized and @SimplyAmazinPod. LETS! GO! METS! #LGM #LFGM

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33. Blake Jamieson of ProAthletePortraits.com | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020 32:05


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by pop-portrait artist and featured contributor to Topps' Project 2020 series -- 20 artists re-imagining 20 classic Topps baseball cards in their own, respectively funky ways -- Blake Jamieson to discuss his involvement with the project, the thrill of getting that call from Topps, and painting portraits of everyone from Drew Brees to Michael Jordan to Zion Williamson.

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32. Let's Get Loud w/ Mathew Brownstein & Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2020 41:49


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by Mathew Brownstein and Jacob Resnick of Metsmerized Online. The gang discusses and laments the extremely disappointing nature of the proposed contraction of MiLB and what the landscape could look like in the coming months. But all is not lost. As per reports, Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez are exploring avenues to purchase the Mets with billionaire hedge fund manager Steve Cohen still lurking. This encouraging news is broken down, as well.

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31. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 24:21


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by New York Mets beat writer (MLB.com), Anthony DiComo. Anthony is also the co-author of David Wright's upcoming new memoir, The Captain, coming out on October 13 and available for pre-order now. Naturally, the book is discussed, as is MLB's proposed Arizona plan, and what a shortened or canceled season could mean for the Mets.

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30. Wayne Randazzo of WBCS 880 | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 23:19


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', one-half of the Mets' dynamic play-by-play duo on WCBS 880, Wayne Randazzo, joins the show to discuss Luis Rojas' steady hand through his ascension into the manager's chair and his current even-keeled approach to the uncertain future of the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Replacing Noah Syndergaard's production in the rotation is another topic of discussion, and, yes, there's some Howie talk.

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29. The Plight of the Minor Leaguer w/ Former Met Ty Kelly | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 27:28


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by former Mets utility man, an avid advocate of minor leaguers' rights, and sweet potato aficionado, Ty Kelly. Tim and Ty discuss the ongoing plight of minor leaguers, Ty's experiences over eight seasons in MiLB, and the dark storm that could be on the horizon for minor league affiliates across America.

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28. Mets Minors Update w/ Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 29:21


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by Jacob Resnick of Metsmerized and Mets Minors to discuss the COVID-19 agreement between Major League Baseball and the MLB Players' Association, as well as what this means for the future of the game -- the minor league players and upcoming potential draftees.

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27. Thor: Ragnarok w/ Mathew Brownstein | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 41:57


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Mathew Brownstein of Metsmerized Online returns to the show, joining Tim Ryder to discuss Noah Syndergaard's unexpected UCL tear diagnosis and where that leaves the Mets. And with so much uncertainty surrounding, well, everything, at the moment, Tim and Mat talk about when we can expect baseball to return and how to pass the time until that happens.

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26. MLB's Name Game w/ Author, D.B Firstman | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 20:29


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder is joined by author, blogger, and SABR member, D.B. Firstman. Their new book, Hall of Name: Baseball's Most Magnificent Monikers is available for purchase now, and is a terrific, insightful, very funny read that hits all the bases that a niche baseball book should. Tim and D.B. chat about the book and more

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25. We Miss You, Baseball w/ Mathew Brownstein | Simply Amazin'

Simply Amazin

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2020 37:58


In this week's episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder is joined by Mathew Brownstein of Metsmerized Online to discuss the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, how Major League Baseball is handling it, when we should expect to seen baseball again, and what might that look like when it does return. The compensation of minor league ballplayers during these unprecedented times -- and their ongoing plight, in general -- is discussed, as well.

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EMERGENCY POD - We Will Be OK | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2020 2:20


Metsmerized Online's Tim Ryder gives a few brief thoughts on the postponed MLB season and the current state of sports due to the global corona virus pandemic

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24. Trust The Process w/ Adam Fisher | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020 41:36


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by former Mets senior director of baseball operations and current SNY analyst, Adam Fisher. Having been in the organization since 2003 -- he began as an intern -- Adam shared a handful of stories and tons of insight regarding the inner-workings of a major league front office, the substantial shift in player evaluation over the last few decades, and what goes into the process of tabbing a top draft pick.

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23. Live From PSL w/ Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 44:05


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by Jacob Resnick of Metsmerized, reporting directly from Mets Spring Training in Port St. Lucie. Between shirtless Noah Syndergaard's promising start to the spring, the battle for the back-end of the rotation between Steven Matz, Rick Porcello, and Michael Wacha, or the long-awaited Mets debut of Dellin Betances, there was plenty to recap from PSL.

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22. Hey Now, You're An (All-Time) All-Star w/ Brian Wright | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2020 39:41


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin, Tim is joined by Brian Wright, author of the new book The New York Mets All-Time All-Stars, from Rowman & Littlefield. Brian compiled the team's best players at each position over the course of the Mets' 58 major league seasons, using traditional and advanced stats, as well as the players' overall contributions to the Amazins, to fill out his lineup card. Brian shares some fun anecdotes from his new release (out now, link above) and, of course, Tim and Brian discuss the Mets' upcoming season and their expectations for 2020.

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21. Dom Smith Is STILL A Met w/ Stephen Josiah | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2020 67:31


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', dear friend of the pod Stephen Josiah joined Tim to discuss the Mets' bullpen and two of our favorite Metsies, Dominic Smith and Amed Rosario. They took a little detour getting there -- the Mets' current ownership tends to get us all a bit riled up -- but the Dom Smith Stan Squad was well represented.

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20. Spring Training Primer w/ Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 44:22


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Jacob Resnick of MetsMerized and Mets Minors joined Tim Ryder for our Spring Training 2020 primer. With full-team workouts starting on Monday, and as evidenced by Pete Alonso's now-public dreams of being drunk on a parade float this fall, optimism is soaring in Port St. Lucie. Tim and Jacob also discussed Jed Lowrie and his fashionable new legwear, Yoenis Cespedes' timetable to return, and which Mets minor league Spring Training invitees to keep an eye on.

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19. Spring Has Sprung w/ Mathew Brownstein | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2020 66:11


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by MetsMerized senior writer and New York Times news assistant, Mathew Brownstein. Between the Astros' quasi-apologies, Spring Training reaching full speed, and a boatload of optimism emanating out of Port St. Lucie, Tim and Mat had plenty to discuss. As always, if you enjoy the show, please be so kind as to subscribe and leave a five-star review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-amazin/id1482592896

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18. Why Can't We Have Nice Things? w/ Mike Mayer & Michelle Ioannou | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2020 56:01


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder is joned by Mike Mayer and Michelle Ioannou to discuss the deterioration of Steve Cohen's proposed purchase of the New York Mets, what comes next for this beleaguered organization, and how much we all need baseball to start up again. All good things in all good time...

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17. The Return of Mets Daddy | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2020 73:01


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder is joined by fellow MetsMerized brethren and long-time friend of the pod, Mets Daddy aka John Sheridan. Tim and MD talk about the Mets passing on Starling Marte, the inevitable implementation of the universal DH and what the game might be losing, as well as where the fans stand on this Mets roster with less than two weeks until Spring Training. All that and a lot more. Enjoy!

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16. Life With Luis w/ Jacob Resnick | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2020 50:50


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder is joined by MetsMerized Online's Jacob Resnick to break down Luis Rojas being hired as the Mets' new manager. Jacob also details the organization's representatives on Baseball America's updated Top 100 Prospect List, and the guys run through a gamut of off-season notions.

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15. The King Has Returned w/ Andrew Claudio | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 50:28


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim is joined by former show co-host Andrew Claudio to discuss the Mets managerial search, a potential trade for Sterling Marte and the viral video of Yoenis Cespedes running at full speed. They also attempt to predict the Mets lineup in 2020, conclude whether or not the NL East is the best division in baseball and in typical fashion, rabbit trail their way through a number of different topics. Check out Andrew's new show, Final Score: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/final-score/id1167590682 Subscribe to Simply Amazin' on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-amazin/id1482592896

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13. Hall of Fame Convo w/ Jay Jaffe of FanGraphs | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2020 25:32


On the latest episode of Simply Amazin, Tim Ryder is joined by FanGraphs senior writer and author of The Cooperstown Casebook (Thomas Dunne Publishing), Jay Jaffe. In addition to Jay sharing his thoughts on a number of this year's Hall of Fame candidates -- Larry Walker, Scott Rolen, Todd Helton, Billy Wagner, Gary Sheffield, to name a few -- he and Tim even squeezed a little Mets talk in there. Be sure to follow Jay on Twitter (@jay_jaffe) and catch up on his outstanding 2020 Hall of Fame series for FanGraphs.

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12. Dude You're Getting A Dellin | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2019 59:35


On the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder is joined by Jacob Resnick of MesMerized and Mets Minors to take account of the New York Mets' offseason thus far. Dellin Betances' signing shored up a glaring deficiency on this roster, but is the bullpen complete? FanGraphs' ZiPS projections, via Dan Szymbrowski, shine an encouraging light on the Mets for 2020, but has Brodie Van Wagenen done enough? Tim and Jacob discuss all this and more, including a terrific rundown of the decade in Queens.

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11. Winter Meetings Recap w/ Mike Mayer | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2019 49:22


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder is joined by the executive editor of MMO, Mike Mayer, to recap his trip to the Winter Meetings in San Diego. Topics include: winners and losers, the Mets additions of Michael Wacha and Rick Porcello, where Brodie goes from here, a debate on how Yoenis Cespedes' freed up salary should be spent, which relievers are a fit in Queens and the ongoing dispute between MLB and Minor League Baseball. Thank you for listening to this episode. Click here to leave 5-star rating and a review on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-amazin/id1482592896

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10. Christmas Came Early w/ Tim Britton of The Athletic | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2019 32:10


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder of Metsmerized Online is joined by Tim Britton of The Athletic to react to the stunning news that the Wilpons are selling their majority stake in the team to billionaire Steve Cohen. They also discuss Zack Wheeler signing with the Phillies, the trade for Jake Marisnick, potential off-season targets and much more! Thank you for listening to this episode. Click here to leave 5-star rating and a review on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-amazin/id1482592896

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9. Wheels Down PLUS "Swing Kings" w/ Jared Diamond of the WSJ | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2019 42:25


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder of Metsmerized Online is joined by former Mets beat writer Jared Diamond of the Wall Street Journal to discuss the Mets approach to the off-season, Zack Wheeler's potential landing spot, the ongoing investigation of the Houston Astros and a his new book "Swing Kings" coming in March 2020. Thank you for listening to this episode. Click here to leave 5-star rating and a review on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-amazin/id1482592896

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8. Bringing Home The Hardware | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2019 43:41


In this episode of Simply Amazin, Tim Ryder is joined by MetsMerized's senior editor, Rob Piersall to reflect on Jacob deGrom and Pete Alonso's award-winning seasons. They also discuss how the Mets need to take advantage of this current window and roster of young talent, as well as more off-season talk. Finally, they talk about Carlos Beltran's involvement in the sign-stealing scandal in Houston, what the fallout might be, and how far this issue might reach. Thank you for listening to this episode. Click here to leave 5-star rating and a review on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-amazin/id1482592896

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7. Free Agency Primer w/ Jack Hendon | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2019 61:13


In the latest episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder is joined by Jack Hendon of Metsmerized Online for a free agency primer heading into the New York Mets' off-season and discuss just how "creative" might get with the limited funds available. They also go over a few top-tier options on the open market as well as a few solid affordable options they personally wouldn't mind seeing happen. Thank you for listening to this episode. Click here to leave 5-star rating and a review on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-amazin/id1482592896

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6. El Esta Aqui w/ Matt Cerrone of Metsblog | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2019 42:53


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder of MetsMerized Online is joined by MetsBlog's Matthew Cerrone to discuss the hiring of Carlos Beltran and how his gobs of baseball experience might make up for his lack of managerial experience. They also touch on Edgardo Alfonzo's exit from Brooklyn, the current roster, comparisons can be drawn between the 2005 off-season and more! AUDIO CRED: SNY MUSIC CRED: "El Esta Aqui" by David Y Abraham

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5. A Division Rival Won The World Series | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2019 40:56


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder (@TimothyRRyder) and Jacob Resnick (@Jacob_Resnick)of discuss the Nationals' thrilling World Series win over Houston and how the New York Mets need to respond. They also go through a number of decisions Brodie Van Wagenen will have to make this offseason, as well as a couple of guys sure to draw league-wide interest. Finally, Jacob takes us through the Mets' minor league offseason plans, and the guys review the team's ongoing managerial search. Thank you for listening to this episode. Click here to leave 5-star rating and a review on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-amazin/id1482592896

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4. Say It Ain't Joe | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2019 34:40


In this week's episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder is joined by MMO's Josh Finkelstein to discuss the Nats taking a surprising 2-0 lead in the World Series, as well as the black cloud following the Fall Classic off the field. Then, with Joe Girardi taking the job in Philadelphia, they go through the reported candidates for the job as well as the other list of things on Brodie's to-do list this winter. Thank you for listening to this episode. Click here to leave 5-star rating and a review on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-amazin/id1482592896

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3. Carlos Beltran Wants The Job | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2019 42:43


In this episode of Simply Amazin, Tim Ryder and Jacob Resnick react to the news that Carlos Beltran has zeroed in on the Mets managerial job. They also assess the team's positional depth heading into 2020 and touch on the MLB Playoffs and an update from the Arizona Fall League.

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2. Tim Healey of Newsday | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 16:52


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Tim Ryder is joined by Tim Healey of Newsday to discuss the Mets managerial search, JD Davis, Zack Wheeler and more!

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1. Jeff Isn't The Only One Unfulfilled | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2019 39:43


In this episode of Simply Amazin, Tim Ryder and Jacob Resnick discuss the ousting of New York Mets skipper Mickey Callaway, who could be in line to replace him (Tim's pulling for Carlos Beltran) and Jeff Wilpon feeling "unfulfilled" after the 2019 season. Jacob fills us in on what's happening in the Arizona Fall League, and we talk about how great the postseason has been thus far and how much better it would be with the Mets in the mix.

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2019 Simply Amazin' Award Show/Season Finale | Simply Amazin'

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2019 103:50


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Andrew Claudio of Gotham Sports Network and Tim Ryder of Metsmerized Online wrap up the 2019 season with an very special award show. Here are the categories to look forward to: - Rookie Of the Year (The player that had the best first season in a Mets uniform in 2019. Doesn’t necessarily have to be an actual rookie) - The Jason Bay Award (The player that had the most disappointing first season in a Mets uniform) - LVP (The most disappointing player/reason the Mets didn’t make the playoffs) - Most Improved Player (The Player that took the biggest step forward this season) - The Carlos Beltran Award (The most under appreciated player on the 2019 Mets this season) - The Mets Twitter Award (The player that dominated the conversation on Mets Twitter this season) - The Jim Duquette Award (The most questionable move or non-move by the Mets front office this season) - The Yoenis Cespedes Award (The play we’re looking forward to seeing play a full season next year after injuries killed 2019) - The Curtain Call Award (The player who probably/most likely has played his final game in a Mets uniform) - Biggest Win (The moment you felt the absolute best about the team and their playoff chances) - Biggest Loss (The moment you feel the absolute worst about this team and their playoff chances) - Cy Young (Most Important Pitcher on the 2019 Mets) - MVP (Most Important Player to the 2019 Mets)

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All Out Of Miracles | Simply Amazin'

Next Stop: Willets Point

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2019 57:38


In this episode of Simply Amazin', Andrew Claudio and Brett Herskowitz of GothamSN mourn the final nail being driven into the Mets playoffs chances. They also discuss whether this season has been a positive or a negative, Jacob deGrom's career compared to other Hall-of-Famers, the idea of trading Michael Conforto and who else should have their number retired by the Mets.