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BT & Sal dive into the hot rumor connecting the Mets to free agent Kyle Schwarber, immediately questioning whether the power-hitting DH is a replacement for Pete Alonso or an addition. Sal loves the idea of adding Schwarber's prodigious power while weakening the Phillies, but BT argues it makes little sense for a team emphasizing defense and versatility under David Stearns, given Schwarber's lack of position and high strikeout rate. The conversation pivots to the "hardball" the Mets are playing with Alonso, with sources indicating the team is holding firm at a three-year offer, far below what Pete and Boras are seeking. They debate whether moving on from Alonso to pursue Schwarber—and finally breaking up the core—is a smart business decision, even if it sacrifices a fan favorite. They agree the Mets have options, including a Bellinger-Pete combo, and must prioritize pitching, but the Alonso-Schwarber ultimatum is the most fascinating offensive negotiation.

BT & Sal ignite a debate over Mets President David Stearns' disciplined, non-budging stance on a three-year contract for Pete Alonso. Sal believes Alonso is "100% gone" for at least four years elsewhere, but Tierney respects Stearns' hard line—if he wins! The pressure is immense: if Stearns lets fan-favorite Alonso walk and the team loses, he's a "dead man." The discussion heats up over the possibility of the Mets pursuing Kyle Schwarber, with the hosts agreeing that if Stearns gives Schwarber (who is two years older) more years or money than Alonso, it would be a "dirty" move and a massive blunder. Callers chime in, suggesting front-loaded deals, while the hosts ultimately acknowledge that Stearns must be allowed to build the team his way, or else the model breaks. The excitement builds imagining a Lindor-Schwarber-Soto three-man tandem.

Sports Radio Personality Joe Benigno calls into the program to talk about various topics, including Benigno's preference for Maxwell House coffee over Starbucks and Dunkin' Donuts, his memories of Maxwell House commercials, and his disdain for other Sunday morning shows compared to Maria Bartiromo's. The conversation shifts to football, highlighting the Jets' recent performance, the importance of young players, and the perceived incompetence of the Mets' general manager, David Stearns. Benigno vehemently criticizes Stearns for his management decisions, expressing concerns about key player trades and the future of the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with President and Founder of Stearns Retirement Group, Dave Stearns, about how he got into retirement planning and what he wants people to know about planning for retirement. You can find more information on Stearns Retirement Group at www.stearnsretirementgroup.com. For a free consultation, call Stearns Retirement Group at 706-769-3346 or 888-769-3346 and tell them you listened to this episode. Dave's podcast, “The Retirement Income Show with Dave Stearns” can be found at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-retirement-income-show-with-dave-stearns/id1718937774 We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee's own community members. For questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast commercials or general podcast questions, please email Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com. 

Sports Radio Personality Joe Benigno calls into the program to talk about various topics, including Benigno's preference for Maxwell House coffee over Starbucks and Dunkin' Donuts, his memories of Maxwell House commercials, and his disdain for other Sunday morning shows compared to Maria Bartiromo's. The conversation shifts to football, highlighting the Jets' recent performance, the importance of young players, and the perceived incompetence of the Mets' general manager, David Stearns. Benigno vehemently criticizes Stearns for his management decisions, expressing concerns about key player trades and the future of the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Show Open; Danielle lists the mistakes David Stearns has made over his time as Mets GM, of which there are may. Danielle says the job done by Stearns is indefensible

Carl Banks is livid and calling out the coaches for being unprepared. Plus, the sounds of the Niners winning despite Purdy's meltdown, and Stearns explains the Brandon Nimmo trade. Rangers snap skid and win at MSG.

Gio defends Creed as the GOAT Thanksgiving halftime show, then revisits his Viking trauma. Carl Banks goes nuclear on the Giants' 'unprepared' defense! Plus: The latest on the Vikings' QB chaos, the Rangers snap their skid, Stearns on the Nimmo trade, and the Islanders rookie living with the Martins prompts a suggestion for Al.

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The "Call of the Day" features a legendary, "savage" rant from Jim on the Jersey Shore, who tears into BT & Sal for not relentlessly attacking Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner. Jim calls Hal a "trust fund puke" who is "ruining our team" and suggests that any Yankee fan who attends a game next year is a "sucker." The caller specifically challenges Tierney's perceived neutrality on Hal compared to his past "savaging" of Brian Cashman, prompting a fiery defense from BT. Sal offers a solution: "Raise your kids Mets fans." The ensuing debate shifts into a deep-dive question: If a salary cap were introduced, would Stearns' small-market track record or Cashman's experience be better suited to build a winner?

The "Call of the Day" features Jim from the Jersey Shore, a furious Yankee fan who "savages" Brandon Tierney for not being more aggressive in his criticism of Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner. Jim blasts Hal as a "trust fund puke" for complaining about the team's payroll during the COVID pandemic and vows a boycott, calling any attending fan a "sucker." The passionate rant leads to a discussion about accountability: Sal suggests frustrated Yankee fans should raise their kids as Mets fans, noting that Steve Cohen's spending ensures management is held accountable. The hosts then debate a great listener question: Which GM—Cashman or Stearns—would be better at operating under a hypothetical salary cap? They conclude that Stearns' experience in Milwaukee gives him the edge

At the Cisco Partner Summit, Technology Reseller News' Moshe Beauford spoke with Nathaniel Stearns, Splunk and cybersecurity consultant at Keos Technology, to discuss Cisco's integration of Splunk following its landmark acquisition and what it means for partners navigating the next era of AI-driven security. Stearns explained that Keos Technology—Splunk's largest professional services provider in the United States—works closely with resellers, distributors, and channel partners to provide pre- and post-sales support around Splunk implementations. “Cisco has been making very accelerated leaps to integrate all of Splunk’s products into its existing portfolio,” Stearns noted. “It's expanding their security capabilities in a really powerful way, and there's a large amount of education happening across the partner ecosystem.” As Cisco weaves Splunk into its infrastructure and security portfolio, Stearns emphasized the growing role of AI integration. “Artificial intelligence is all the buzz these days, but when it comes to driving business outcomes, AI has to be well integrated into valuable tools,” he said. “Cisco is doing a uniquely good job of connecting these tools—networking, security, observability, collaboration—and adding AI to make each one stronger.” For partners, this evolution represents a major opportunity. Stearns explained that Cisco's combined suite—including ThousandEyes, AppDynamics, and now Splunk—offers unmatched visibility, security, and operational intelligence. “Cisco has done a tremendous job bundling these all together and making it the single marketplace you want to go to for your security solutions,” he said. Looking ahead, Stearns predicts that Splunk's integration into Cisco will double its impact across the enterprise landscape. “Splunk was already a strong platform, but now that it's part of Cisco, there's an opportunity to double its business because it fits so perfectly within Cisco's ecosystem,” he added. “Resellers will have a unique opportunity to package these tools together and deliver holistic security and observability solutions.” Learn more about Keos Technology at https://www.keostechnology.com/.

Let's sink into slumber with this dreamy description of life in medieval France circa 1220. This time, the background of the barony in question and the somewhat circuitous route of acquisition by its ruling family. Spoiler alert, not wandering off for years on a crusade seems to help with the whole "keeping your property" thing.   Help us stay ad-free and 100% listener-supported! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/boringbookspod Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/d5kcMsW   Read "Life on a Medieval Barony" at Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46455   Music: "Dream Colours," by Lee Rosevere, licensed under CC BY, https://leerosevere.bandcamp.com   If you'd like to suggest a copyright-free reading for soft-spoken relaxation to help you overcome insomnia, anxiety and other sleep issues, connect on our website, https://www.boringbookspod.com.

BT & Sal are fired up by Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns' press conference after trading fan-favorite Brandon Nimmo to the Rangers for Gold Glove second baseman Marcus Semien. Sal hails the move as "perfect," arguing that Stearns correctly shed emotion to make a "tough decision" that separates "the men from the boys." The hosts discuss the four-fold flexibility this trade provides, especially clearing the outfield for young prospects and securing an elite defensive infielder who is a certified "dirt dog" and a "winner." They dissect Stearns' honest assessment of Semien's declining bat and his emphasis on the player's intangibles, speed, and defense. Finally, BT highlights this as Stearns' first true "stamp" on the roster, breaking away from the previous regime's core and making a crucial move toward "sustainable championship caliber play."

BT and Sal discuss Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns' recent press conference, where he acknowledged the team "can't run it back" and was transparent about the Brandon Nimmo trade. While both hosts appreciate Stearns' conviction, the conversation turns fiery over Stearns' statement about using young internal options like Carson Benge and Jett Williams, along with Jeff McNeil, to fill the vacated outfield spots. Sal argues that given the Mets are trying to win now, they "can't take a chance in center field" with unproven prospects, citing the Yankees' struggles with Volpe as a cautionary tale. BT, however, argues that every good team relies on young players and the Mets would be "stupid" to plug two outfield holes and block their kids. They debate the need for a "big outfielder" acquisition like Bellinger while keeping one spot open for the youth movement.

BT & Sal dissect the shocking, confirmed trade of Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers for Marcus Semien. Sal hails the trade as an "awesome move," proving the Mets are finally ready to build the right way and focus on run prevention, given Nimmo's declining defense, poor arm, and lower-extremity injuries. BT argues that the move was necessary to upgrade the defense and frees up the DH spot, making it mandatory for the Mets to now re-sign Pete Alonso to replace the lost offensive power. They debate the trade's immediate impact (Nimmo for Semien is a defensive upgrade at second base, setting up Jeff McNeil to be traded) and what the next move must be: acquiring a top outfielder (Bellinger or Tucker) to fill Nimmo's spot. The hosts praise David Stearns' "gutsy, bold" decision to move past the core's sentimental value.

BT & Sal bring the fire on the week's biggest New York sports bombshells. They dissect Giants interim coach Mike Kafka's shocking mid-season firing of DC Shane Bowen, debating if it's a genuine leadership move to secure the head job or just "throwing a bone to the fans." The baseball world is rocked by Mets President David Stearns' bold trade of fan-favorite Brandon Nimmo for Marcus Semien. The hosts clash over the move—BT calls it a necessary, "emotionless decision" to reset the core and upgrade the defense, but Sal warns it makes extending Pete Alonso a non-negotiable emergency. They also pick apart Stearns' transparent comments on the trade and the necessary youth movement. Finally, they unleash on Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner's media address, calling out his "Billionaire BS" for complaining about the payroll while owning an $8 billion team. The discussion centers on Hal's refusal to keep pace with the Dodgers' spending and the "radical" roster changes (like a Giancarlo Stanton trade) the Yankees must make to compete.

BT & Sal dissect Mets President David Stearns' decisive, high-stakes trade of fan-favorite Brandon Nimmo for veteran infielder Marcus Semien, praising Stearns for making a "necessary, difficult" move to fundamentally change the clubhouse and improve the team's defensive core. Stearns confirms the trade was driven by the realization that "running back the exact same group wasn't the right thing to do" and to create space for "very young outfielders" (like Jett Williams and Carson Benge) to play. The hosts debate the emotional aspect of trading a beloved player, then clash over the wisdom of the outfield youth movement: Sal is okay with leaving a spot open for a prospect, but BT argues the Mets cannot rely on unproven young players for a winning club and must acquire two top-tier outfielders to secure the spot Nimmo vacated. They conclude by looking ahead to hear from Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner.

BT and Sal dive into a fiery discussion on the Yankees and Mets' overlapping offseason targets, focusing on how Cody Bellinger and Devin Williams are perfect, must-have fits for both clubs. Sal unveils his four-part, "Grand Slam Blueprint" for the Mets, which includes trading for Tarik Skubal, signing a pitcher like Ranger Suarez, re-signing Pete Alonso, and acquiring one of the big bats (Bellinger, Tucker, or Bregman). They debate the plausibility of the Mets making "massive moves"—including trading Brandon Nimmo and Kodai Senga—with Sal needing to see Stearns act like a big-market GM. The conversation shifts to the broader landscape, where they express outrage over the looming CBA expiration and the possibility of a lockout, arguing that another work stoppage would prove baseball's "greedy pigs" are disconnected from the fans. Finally, the hosts touch on the more glamorous side of the offseason, revealing they are anxiously awaiting the official invitation to A-Rod's Christmas party, with Sal admitting Alex Rodriguez even texted him about the disastrous Trent Grisham deal.

BT and Sal unleash a fiery debate over Sal's "home run blueprint" for the Mets' perfect offseason, which centers on trading for ace Tarik Skubal, signing a frontline starter like Ranger Suarez (while Sal dismisses Dylan Cease as "just another dude"), and re-signing Pete Alonso—especially since he's open to DH. The discussion heats up as they clash over the realism of acquiring Skubal and the $400 million contract that would follow. Sal pushes for a big bat like Bellinger, Tucker, or Bregman to complete the lineup, leading to a controversial take: is trading Nimmo the better long-term move if it means keeping a DH-capable Alonso and improving the overall team defense? The stakes are high for David Stearns and Steve Cohen to execute a massive overhaul.

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss getting all of your finances organized for the end of the year. Jon and Tim also talk about charities, FSAs, HSAs, and more! For more information, call 800-640-2256.

BT & Sal put producer Hoff in the hot seat for a fiery round of "Bald Faced Lie, Bald Faced Truth!" The trio debates three scorching hot takes: Whether David Stearns will use a baseball version of AI to construct the 2026 Mets roster. If Rangers goalie Jonathan Quick was justified in attacking Mason Appleton for shooting the puck after the final horn, a move Quick viewed as disrespectful to hockey's "unwritten rules." The shocking bet that the Nets will win less than ten games—a take Tierney is quick to endorse due to his deep disinterest in the team. The segment also features a major Pete Alonso update from an industry source, who claims a return to the Mets is "very unlikely," given Stearns' low-ball max offer of a "two plus one at around thirty" million dollars, and speculation that the Angels will be the "stupid team" to overpay for the slugger. Finally, Sal celebrates a win after his complaints earned him an invite to Alex Rodriguez's exclusive Christmas party!

BT & Sal ignite the debate over Pete Alonso's future with the Mets, reacting fiercely to an industry rumor suggesting the team's max offer might be a "disrespectful" two-plus-one-year deal. They question whether owner Steve Cohen will intercede to secure the fan-favorite slugger and explore a major report that the Mets are ready to "blow up" the roster, making established players like Nimmo and McNeil available for trade. NFL Insider Brian Baldinger joins the show to unleash on the Giants' dysfunction. Baldy calls out injured running back Cam Skattebo's bizarre appearance and physical involvement at Monday Night Raw and slams rookie Abdul Carter's repeated unexcused absences, highlighting the team's critical lack of veteran leadership. Baldy also breaks down the AFC power rankings (leaning toward Baltimore) and praises the Jets' decision to play Tyrod Taylor to assess their young receiving talent.

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.

This week's Mets highlights include reaction to David Stearns speaking at the GM Meetings in Las Vegas. BT and Sal want Stearns to be aggressive in resolving the Pete Alonso situation to move on to other roster needs, and they debate if Brandon Nimmo can be traded to free up payroll. Plus, Boomer and Gio react to the wild story of Steve Cohen auctioning off a golden toilet, and the Evan and Tiki crew play MLB free agency bingo.

This week's Mets highlights include reaction to David Stearns speaking at the GM Meetings in Las Vegas. BT and Sal want Stearns to be aggressive in resolving the Pete Alonso situation to move on to other roster needs, and they debate if Brandon Nimmo can be traded to free up payroll. Plus, Boomer and Gio react to the wild story of Steve Cohen auctioning off a golden toilet, and the Evan and Tiki crew play MLB free agency bingo.

This week's Mets highlights include reaction to David Stearns speaking at the GM Meetings in Las Vegas. BT and Sal want Stearns to be aggressive in resolving the Pete Alonso situation to move on to other roster needs, and they debate if Brandon Nimmo can be traded to free up payroll. Plus, Boomer and Gio react to the wild story of Steve Cohen auctioning off a golden toilet, and the Evan and Tiki crew play MLB free agency bingo.

BT & Sal launch a fiery debate over David Stearns' approach to free agency, specifically the looming decisions on Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz. Sal argues for a hardline, decisive approach—a "take it or leave it" offer to stop being held up by prolonged negotiations, as he believes the Mets are operating in a frustrating "gray area" by saying they want the players but waiting for the market. BT counters that the Mets need to respect the free agency process and the optics of a harsh negotiation. The hosts agree that the Mets' willingness to go all-in for Soto or Yamamoto is a clear contrast to their patient, cost-conscious stance with their own stars, which suggests they don't want Alonso back "like that." The discussion concludes with a shared frustration over agent Scott Boras's tactics and the potential for these negotiations to drag out until February.

The Mets are officially on the clock in Vegas. Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz have both hit free agency after opting out of their deals, and David Stearns is trying to thread the needle between keeping his stars and reshaping the roster. We break down the latest from the GM Meetings in Las Vegas, what Scott Boras is saying about Alonso, where things stand with Díaz after a dominant 2025, and which free agents Stearns should be targeting as the market opens. We'll talk Alonso's monster walk-year season, Díaz's contract calculus after another elite campaign, the Mets' stated priorities in center field, the rotation and the bullpen, plus which names on this winter's loaded free-agent board actually make sense in Queens. The Mets are officially on the clock in Vegas. Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz have both hit free agency after opting out of their deals, and David Stearns is trying to thread the needle between keeping his stars and reshaping the roster. We break down the latest from the GM Meetings in Las Vegas, what Scott Boras is saying about Alonso, where things stand with Díaz after a dominant 2025, and which free agents Stearns should be targeting as the market opens. We'll talk Alonso's monster walk-year season, Díaz's contract calculus after another elite campaign, the Mets' stated priorities in center field, the rotation and the bullpen, plus which names on this winter's loaded free-agent board actually make sense in Queens. If you're a Mets fan staring at a winter of uncertainty, this is your roadmap to the offseason.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo react to all the offseason noise coming out of the GM Meetings in Las Vegas. Connor and Joe react to quotes from Mets president of baseball ops David Stearns about Carson Benge having a chance to make the team, the possible returns of Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz, the future for Kodai Senga, and the search for a “Number One” starting pitcher.  The guys go Down on the Farm to decode what Stearns said about Jett Williams, and also answer Mailbag questions about Shota Imanaga, Dustin May, Alek Manoah, and Trent Grisham. 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!00:50 It's GM Meetings week, which is something03:35  Reacting to David Stearns on Carson Benge08:20 Reacting to David Stearns on Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz17:35 Reacting to David Stearns on Kodai Senga23:30 Reacting to David Stearns on finding Number 1 starter26:55 Down on the Farm presented by Binghamton University27:10 Reacting to David Stearns on Jett Williams30:00 Mailbag: Thoughts on Shota Imanaga?32:25 Mailbag: Reclamation projects: Dustin May or Alek Manoah?38:50 Mailbag: Trent Grisham a fit for CF for 2026? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BT & Sal dive deep into the Mets' offseason strategy, debating whether GM David Stearns can balance his restrained management style with Steve Cohen's massive checkbook. Sal insists the Mets need at least two top-tier starting pitchers and a major offensive change, while Tierney questions Stearns' hesitation on re-signing Pete Alonso, urging an aggressive, take-it-or-leave-it offer. The guys clash with callers over Alonso's value and debate potential free-agent fits like Bregman, Bichette, and Schwarber. The discussion explodes with an explosive report that Pirates ace Paul Skenes is "hoping for a trade" to the Yankees. The hosts emphatically agree that New York must give up "whatever it takes," including beloved young starter Clarke Schlittler, to acquire the transcendent, under-control superstar pitcher. They argue that Skenes' long-term control makes him the ultimate prize and a transformational trade target.

BT & Sal demand aggression from David Stearns, urging the Mets to stop playing a waiting game and "call the bluff" with a massive offer to lock up Pete Alonso. They debate if Stearns' "prudent" style fits the Cohen-era pressure. The guys explode over the rumor that Pirates ace Paul Skenes wants to be a Yankee, arguing New York must give up Clarke Schlittler and "whatever it takes" to acquire the generational arm. On the gridiron, they dissect the Giants' coaching chaos under Mike Kafka and slam Jets coach Aaron Glenn for his "prick" and "petty" media feuds over injury questions. Finally, the show features two star interviews: UFC middleweight Bo Nickal discusses his career and mentality, prompting BT to "hammer the bet," and legendary comedian Jay Leno shares unfiltered takes on the Conan O'Brien drama and his famous prank war with David Letterman. The segment concludes with Three Random Questions (3RQ): Is it odd to have feelings for a plant or non-living thing? What's your favorite soup? Where would you rank Sauce Gardner amongst other sauces?

BT & Sal dissect David Stearns' recent comments on the Mets' offseason, debating whether the GM has the appetite—or the checkbook—to execute the massive overhaul the team needs. Sal outlines a fiery, aggressive ultimatum for Pete Alonso's agent, Scott Boras, proposing a "$180 million, take-it-or-leave-it" deal to prevent the slugger from holding up the entire offseason. The hosts agree that simply bringing back Alonso and Diaz and adding a single pitcher is "not enough," arguing that the team's core DNA must change. Tierney demands a minimum of two high-end starters plus a major position player acquisition (like Bellinger or Bregman) to make the offseason a success. They also clash over Alonso's value, with Sal focusing on his lack of production when the power isn't there, and Tierney arguing his home run numbers are irreplaceable in a lineup already lacking offensive threats.

BT & Sal demand Steve Cohen and David Stearns adopt an aggressive, take-charge approach to securing Pete Alonso this offseason. Tierney argues the Mets must "call his bluff" and make him their best offer now (suggesting six years, $200 million) to test how much he truly wants to be a Met, rather than letting Scott Boras drag the process into next year. Sal emphasizes that despite the homegrown narrative, Alonso deserves and will demand fair market value after his bounce-back season. The conversation also touches on the Yankees' pursuit of Paul Skenes, the controversial trend of massive deferred payments in contracts (like the Dodgers' deal with Ohtani), and the challenge for consumers to navigate the sea of conflicting reports from national baseball reporters.

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your home for deep-dive baseball conversation and analysis. Steve and Devin are here, and we're thrilled to welcome back Keith Raad, the play-by-play broadcaster for the New York Mets on WCBS 880, returning to the show for the first time since Episode 37. Keith works alongside Mets Hall of Famer Howie Rose, bringing fans every pitch, every rally, and every unforgettable moment of Mets baseball. You can follow Keith on X @keithraad and hear him live all season long on the Mets' broadcast. In this episode, we take a hard look at one of the most compelling—and confounding—teams in baseball. The 2025 Mets went from owning MLB's best record through mid-June to missing the postseason entirely, a collapse defined by bullpen fatigue, record-setting pitching turnover, and a clubhouse tested by adversity. Keith offers firsthand insight from the booth, breaking down what made the first-half magic so special, how Carlos Mendoza held the group together through the storm, and what lessons the team can carry forward into 2026. From there, we dig into the offseason storylines dominating Queens: the opt-outs of Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz, what their market value truly looks like, and whether David Stearns can retain both without compromising the organization's flexibility. We explore the reported “culture reset” and the trade chatter around Jeff McNeil, assessing how the front office might reshape this roster's identity around its long-term superstar core. Then we turn to the rotation and a rumor with real traction: Tarik Skubal. The 2024 AL Cy Young winner has been linked to the Mets amid uncertainty over his future in Detroit, and Ken Rosenthal recently called New York “the obvious team” if the Tigers can't extend him. Keith breaks down how that potential pursuit could affect the Mets' 2026 plans and whether Stearns might resist handing out long-term deals this winter to keep the door open for Skubal next year. Of course, the conversation also highlights the organization's young foundation—Mark Vientos, Brett Baty, Ronny Mauricio, and arms like Brandon Sproat, Nolan McLean, and Jonah Tong—and what their continued growth could mean for a rotation in transition. Keith offers sharp in sight on Vientos' long-term potential, and how Soto's arrival has redefined the team's competitive identity. We close by revisiting a landmark moment in franchise history—the retirement of David Wright's No. 5—and hearing Keith's reflections on what that night symbolized for the organization and for a fanbase that still sees Wright as its moral compass. Finally, Keith shares what it means to be the voice behind a franchise now firmly entering the Juan Soto era, and what he hopes to deliver to Mets fans in 2026 and beyond. This is one episode you won't want to miss. Grab your headphones, settle in, and enjoy a conversation that captures the emotion, intelligence, and future of Mets baseball—right here on Tablesetters, where every inning tells a story and every pitch sets the stage for the game's greatest moments. And don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Twitter @tablesetterspod for exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and interactive fan polls. We want to hear from you!

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the similarities between the year 1929 and today. Tim shares why you should look at what you’ve invested in, the evaluation of stocks, and understanding risk. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this eye-opening episode of Dropping Bombs, founder of SuperNova Virtual Health and Arc-1 Dr. Todd Stearns reveals shocking medical truths every entrepreneur needs to know. The military veteran turned ObGyn turned longevity pioneer breaks down why doctors constantly disagree, why medical errors rank as the third leading cause of death, and how to age like a champion instead of waiting for system failure. From hormone cycling strategies to metabolic optimization secrets, Stearns delivers straight talk on intermittent fasting, cholesterol myths, and the data-driven key to longevity.   This isn't your typical health conversation—it's a wake-up call for business owners who want to invest in their bodies like they invest in their companies. Stearns reveals the simple tests that catch problems early, healthy aging approaches (including peptides!), and why prevention beats treatment every single time. Whether you're 30 or 60, this episode will revolutionize how you think about aging, inflammation, and building a body that performs like your business—optimized for the long game.

BT & Sal dive into the Giants' coaching crisis, arguing that keeping the Joe Shane-Brian Daboll tandem is an "abject failure" and the worst move they could make. The fiery debate shifts to why the Giants need to "do whatever they can to go get Belichick," despite the risks, and why his resume makes him a better gamble than anyone else. The conversation pivots to a messy start to the Mets' offseason, ranting about Frankie Montas opting into his $17 million contract while injured (a "stupid contract" by Stearns) and celebrating the decline of Drew Smith's option. Finally, Hoff joins for Bald-Faced Lie, Bald-Faced Truth, tackling: Bald-Faced Lie/Truth: Jets and Giants will make a total of zero trades by today's deadline. (Sal: Truth; BT: Lie) Bald-Faced Lie/Truth: Pete Alonso will get at least one MVP vote for this 2025 season. (Sal: Lie; BT: Truth) Bald-Faced Lie/Truth: Aaron Boone has the safest seat of all head coaches/managers in New York sports. (Sal: Truth; BT: Lie)

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Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss long-term care needs. Tim talks about how it can get overlooked when creating a financial plan and the importance of thinking about beneficiaries. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Send Mo a text about this episode!Next Thursday, November 6th I'm teaching a Burnout Prevention and Recovery mini workshop in Marysville, WA. This workshop is made possible by Core Contractors (Title Sponsor) and the Greater Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce (Host). I wanted to bring Levi onto the podcast because he has an inspiring story that is very much aligned with the work I do and support. Tune in for this special episode and think of Levi the next time you're looking for a contractor.Purchase your ticket here and join us next Thursday: www.iloveitwhen.orgIn this episode we talk about:-Levi's journey to starting his own company, Core Contractors.-How his company stands out from other contracting companies- their values and the way they operate the company.-How important it is to be present and recognize when emotions come up- they mean something!-Why you should join us on November 6th in Marysville at the Burnout Prevention & Recovery Workshop!The 411 on Levi: Levi Stearns is a born Entrepreneur that started out like most people following family into a working field. He became a journeyman plasterer at the age of 23 and worked as a union plasterer for 6 years. He decided to get out of construction and into sales when he became a realtor in 2006 and endured the great recession with great success as a blue-collar work ethic, and determined spirit led him to heights he didn't expect. He then ventured into insurance to broaden his sales career and found more success, yet he was not home enough and wanted to find something new. The opportunity to work in a high-volume mitigation company came along and he took it. He trained multiple top producing project managers and was the top project manager in volume for almost six years. The want for more was always there and this was the Entrepreneurial bug. He went on to lead multiple other businesses to millions in production and then started his own construction company with a fellow team member. Unfortunately, when that partnership was no longer viable, he struck out on his own to start Core Contractors LLC. The company is just a couple months short of two years and has seen tremendous growth. Levi and his wife have two children and three cats and live happily in Lake Stevens WA. Go follow Core Contractors on Instagram and Facebook: IG: corecontractorsFB: Core Contractors LLCWebsite: https://corecontractorsllc.comPurchase your ticket here and join us next Thursday: www.iloveitwhen.orgLink to purchase Lifewave patches from Mo: https://www.lifewave.com/pillaroflight----------Follow I love it when

Butch Stearns is this week's guest on UnAnchored Boston with Bob Lobel and Mike Lynch! The three discuss Brad Marchand's emotional return to Boston and what this moment means for both Marchand and the Bruins community. Don't miss this episode!www.UnAnchoredBoston.com#UnanchoredBoston #ButchStearns #BradMarchand #BostonSports #Podcast

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On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo officially kick off their coverage of the Mets offseason by turning the show over to the fans and opening up a Mega-Mailbag! The guys take on questions about coaching staff changes, free agent targets, trade possibilities, the future of Pete Alonso (again), Edwin Diaz' opt out options, dealing away prospects, position changes, the Japanese market, and so much 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, opening up the Mega-Mailbag01:45 Coaching changes and ideas to replace the ones who are gone08:10 Free agent targets10:50 Edwin Diaz future11:55 Pete Alonso future17:35 Freddy Peralta and other pitching trade options25:05 Should the Mets trade Jonah Tong?28:00 An urgent Stearns move?29:05 How does the looming labor situation affect this offseason?32:40 The future of first base five pack of questions39:20 The Japanese market44:40 Christian Scott's role in 2026?47:15 What to do at catcher?48:30 Ranking trade odds52:45 Down on the Farm: Calvin Ziegler and Matt Allan Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo tie a bow on the 2025 season for the Mets, a season that ended in complete disappointment and failure. Connor and Joe recap all that went wrong that brought the Mets nowhere near their expectations, and sort the blame between president of baseball ops David Stearns, manager Carlos Mendoza, the coaching staff, and the players. The guys also look ahead to what needs to be fixed, plus ideas for how to do it, and react to comments Stearns made during his end-of-season news conference. As always, the show dives into the Mailbag to also give voice to the frustrated fans, who have their own questions about the way the Mets went down. 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 show00:50 Say goodbye to the 2025 Mets02:20 Joe and Connor each get a one-minute rant06:00 What went wrong08:55 Carlos Mendoza10:00 David Stearns, the starting pitching, other problems, what's next18:55 Reacting to David Stearns quotes – expectations, run prevention, being proactive, Pete Alonso36:00 Down on the Farm: Binghamton wins a chip, success in the system overall37:30 The Scoreboard: Recapping last week, the season, crowning a champion42:45 Mailbag: Short 2026 leash on Carlos Mendoza?50:25 Mailbag: Philosophy change on starting pitching acquisition?56:15 Mailbag: What one thing would you have changed? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The show was wall-to-wall Yankees angst as the Bombers sit on the brink, Boone's bullpen moves under fire and the bats going dead when it mattered most. Boomer & Gio tried to pump optimism with lefties in the lineup and visions of a Bronx breakout, while Gio admitted it all feels like “here we go again.” Along the way we got Benigno raging at everyone from Stearns to Sauce, Jerry Jones rising “like Dracula,” a caller crowning Eddie the only true Mets fan, and Rex Ryan trading insults with Shedeur Sanders' mom. It all wrapped with Gio predicting a Yankees surge, Boomer wondering which Rodón shows up, and plenty of fumes—on and off the field.

Joe Benigno ripped into David Stearns, trashed Cedric Mullins as a “stiff,” and even took shots at Sauce Gardner on the Jake Asman Show. WNBA player blasts refs and league office.

Boomer & Gio stayed upbeat about the Yanks despite Wild Card jitters, with Boomer harping on the little things like Judge's bad arm. Jerry's update featured a Yankees hype video jabbing the Mets, Bregman's RBI, and Joe Benigno ripping Stearns, Mullins, and Sauce. Jerry Jones was “up like Dracula,” and talk closed on Tyreek Hill maybe being happy to sit, cash checks, and eye a new team.

Mel Kiper Jr. stopped by to talk about what he's seen from Jaxson Dart & David Stearns spoke about the future of the Mets. What changes need to happen? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices