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2025/11/12
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Meet at the Apple with your hosts Vito Calise (@VitoFCalise) and Jonathan Baron (@JMB9191) every Monday and Thursday with exclusive access to the Mets! This is not your everyday baseball podcast; you can get the stats anywhere… Here you’ll get an inside look into the players you love to watch beyond the diamond highlighted by a weekly appearance by Mets manager, Carlos Mendoza!
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Elian Pena Talks His Biggest Influences, Takeaways From Early Struggles and Why He Thinks He’s The Best
2025/11/12
Meet at the Apple presented by PC Richard & Son brings you inside the 2025 Mets Player Development Awards at Citi Field.
Vito Calise and Jon Baron sit down with two of the organization’s most exciting young talents — Elian Peña, the DSL Position Player of the Year, and Osiris Calvo, the DSL Pitcher of the Year.
Peña opens up about choosing the Mets, rebounding from early struggles, his family motivation, and why he believes he can “pass Rafael Devers.”Calvo discusses his comeback from injury, modeling his game after Clayton Kershaw, and what makes the Mets’ Dominican Academy truly elite.
Plus, Vito and Jon recap the awards, highlight the rising depth of the farm system, and shout out the staff driving the Mets’ player development success.
🔵 Presented by PC Richard & Son⚾️ New episodes every week — subscribe for more Mets interviews and behind-the-scenes access.
🕒 Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 – Elian Peña on comparisons to Rafael Devers00:31 – Player Development Awards intro01:48 – The “Trickle-Up” effect in the Mets farm02:41 – Introducing Elian Peña interview03:02 – Peña on signing with the Mets03:52 – Why the Mets stood out to him04:09 – “I can pass Rafael Devers”04:25 – Breaking out after a slow start05:17 – Learning from early struggles06:06 – Off-field life: family & gaming06:44 – Idolizing Carlos González07:18 – Fans following his journey early08:15 – His first big purchases after signing08:38 – Coming stateside next season08:58 – Off-season training goals09:17 – Mets Academy’s support system10:01 – Closing thoughts on Peña10:20 – Recapping Peña’s meteoric rise11:19 – Transition to Osiris Calvo12:05 – The importance of education & English lessons13:06 – Osiris Calvo joins the show13:30 – Experience in New York13:52 – Pitching success & focus14:17 – Battling back from injury14:49 – Life at the Mets Academy15:13 – Pitch mix and mentality15:35 – Growing up idolizing Manny Machado16:00 – Bonds among prospects in the Dominican Academy16:23 – Dreaming of Citi Field17:15 – Outro / Review reminder17:59 – Player development staff shoutouts18:57 – Future of the Mets system19:12 – PC Richard & Son ad read19:35 – Closing: “Thanks for meeting us at the Apple”
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Nick Morabito on 49 Steals, a Ring in Bing, and the Mets’ Next Wave
2025/10/23
Nick Morabito joins Meet at the Apple from the Arizona Fall League to talk about Binghamton’s championship season, stacking 49 steals (and why 50 slipped away), how the clubhouse kept rolling through big mid-season promotions, and why Mets fans should be very excited for 2026 and beyond.
We also hit AFL life (housemates, no dishwasher!), that “Morabito at Mirabito” commercial, and his day meeting big leaguers like Nimmo, Alvarez, Alonso & Mendoza.
Presented by PC Richard & Son.Chapters + clip pulls below 👇 and make sure to subscribe for weekly episodes!
🕒 CHAPTERS
00:00 Welcome + setup; Nick joins from AFL (Arizona)00:22 “That day at Citi”: meeting Nimmo, Alvarez, Alonso, Mendoza; windy Queens OF talk01:37 Binghamton title ride: April → clinch 1st half → record → clinch 2nd → win in Erie03:08 Morabito’s game: get on, steal, score; back-to-back impact seasons03:51 Growth since 2023: “this game is really hard” & bouncing back from failure05:18 Perfect Swings USA: uncle’s cage built the swing; lifelong routine06:01 49 steals… not 50 (and the 59→60 story from 2024)07:25 Coming up with Jacob Reimer; “hitting is contagious”08:45 Replacing stars after promotions (Clifford, Jett, Tong, McLean) & still winning10:35 AFL house life: close to field, lots of 2K, no dishwasher 😅11:46 Playing behind Jonah Tong = “off day” in the OF; strikeout city12:37 On the jump to Triple-A: advice from teammates13:41 Why Mets fans should be excited: farm system “exploded” in 202514:59 AFL chemistry + learning from other orgs16:00 “Morabito at Morabito” commercial, ESPN-style spots17:00 Who should we have on next? (AJ Ewing, Jacob Reimer, DeAndre Smith… Chris)17:44 Halloween costume ideas (DC “presidents” bit)18:59 PC Richard & Son sponsor close + invite to a live in-store show
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Mets 2025 Season Recap: What Went Wrong… and Why 2026 Can Be Special
2025/10/03
We break down the Mets’ 2025 season: the spring-to-Fall injury cascade (Frankie Montas, Sean Manaea, Tylor Megill), short starts that gassed the bullpen, an offense that exploded on the wrong nights, and the knife-edge one-run record flip from 2024 to 2025. Then we pivot to why 2026 looks legit: Lindor + Soto (the 30-30 boys), Alvarez’s core-piece trajectory, Brett Baty’s step forward, and a wave of arms (Nolan McLean, Brandon Sproat, Jonah Tong) plus fast-rising names like Jonathan Santucci, Zach Thornton, Will Watson, and more. We also talk minor-league titles (Binghamton/High-A) and how the Mets’ pitching lab + development investments are starting to show up on the mound.Chapters below. Drop your biggest “if this one play went differently…” moment in the comments.
00:00 Cold open + 5-star ask / Offseason vibe00:40 “Frustrating” becomes the word of 202501:07 ’07 vs 2025: collapse vs slow burn02:13 Game 162 sting & what this episode will (and won’t) be03:16 Where it went wrong: injuries + short starts → bullpen strain05:10 Spring injuries: Montas, Manaea; build-up never right06:32 Megill’s underrated absence; rushing kids (Tong)07:59 Bullpen dings: Reed Garrett, A.J. Minter; Brooks steps up08:18 Offense paradox: big totals, wrong nights to go quiet09:31 The six “shoulda” games (Aug–Sept)11:37 0 walk-offs: ninth-inning almosts that never landed12:25 The agony of one game short13:49 Bring back Game 163? Why it matters16:40 One-run game regression: 2024 vs 202520:08 Which losses hurt more? Blown leads vs late surrenders20:51 Bad batted-ball luck examples (Alonso 162, etc.)24:15 We’re not doing scapegoats—big-picture path ahead26:10 Why 2026 can pop: Soto/Lindor locked, Alvarez core27:35 Prospect rocket fuel: McLean, Sproat, Tong, Jack Winokur, Santucci, more30:12 Winning in the minors (High-A & AA champs) → pipeline effects31:11 Syracuse in ’26 could be stacked (Williams, Clifford, Benge, Morabito, Ewing)36:04 Pitching silver linings: Clay Holmes stretch-out, David Peterson innings base38:07 Expecting a Manaea bounce-back with a full build38:30 Which kids break camp? McLean’s case, Sproat/Tong lessons43:32 Inside the lab: why stuff jumps (McLean’s fastball shape)46:16 Wrap: brutal year, but pieces are lining up49:05 Thank yous + offseason programming + PC Richard & Son read
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Mets Make History at Wrigley | Lindor Joins 30–30, Diaz Dominates
2025/09/26
The Mets just made history at Wrigley: for the first time ever, three Mets hit 30+ HR in the same season—and Francisco Lindor joined the 30–30 club alongside Juan Soto. We break down the Top 5 moments from Mets–Cubs, including Edwin Díaz’s 6-out masterpiece, Nolan McLean’s strikeout clinic, Brett Baty’s “Cub killer” turn, and Francisco Álvarez’s biggest swing yet. Then we look ahead to a high-stakes trip to Miami and why no one wants to see this team in October.
Hosted by Vito Calise & Jonathan Baron. Presented by PC Richard & Son.👉 If you’re rocking with us: Like, subscribe, and drop a 5-star review on Apple/Spotify—it helps us book bigger guests and get deeper access.
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How To Stay Positive After a Tough Mets Weekend w/ "Positive Tommy” Lugauer
2025/09/22
Welcome back to Meet at the Apple, presented by PC Richard & Son. WFAN’s Tommy Lugauer (aka Positive Tommy) joins Vito & Jonathan for a timely convo after a tough Nationals series: why staying positive matters, how Mets fans should read the playoff race, and why the organization’s process—from Stearns’ rotation strategy to the surging farm—sets up a long window. We also get into Soto, Yankees vs. Mets dynamics, Citi Field’s game-day experience, and some behind-the-scenes WFAN stories (group chats, callers, “always doing the show”).
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Mets Are Built for October: Padres Series Takeaways + Nats Preview
2025/09/19
The Mets take 2 of 3 from the Padres and head into the final home series vs. the Nationals with momentum. We hit the big takeaways: Jonah Tong’s bounce-back (8 K, 0 BB), the Clay Holmes–Sean Manaea piggyback “combo meal,” Nimmo’s game-breaking HR, and Pete Alonso’s heater.
We also talk playoff DNA—aggressive baserunning, mixing/matching on the mound, and why this roster is a nightmare matchup in a short series. Plus: NL landscape, schedule vibes, and a quick Nats preview.
Rate/review (5⭐ helps a ton!) and we’ll see you at Citi for the last home weekend. Presented by PC Richard & Son.
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Inside Mets Alumni Game w/ Ella Franco: Piazza Moonshots, deGrom Return & McLean Hype
2025/09/15
Mets legend John Franco’s daughter Ella Franco jumps on Meet at the Apple to unpack a special Alumni Day at Citi Field—Piazza’s BP moonshots, deGrom’s return weekend vibes, Beltrán dugout stories—and why Nolan McLean looks built for October. We also hit Brandon Sproat’s surge, Pete Alonso’s walk-off déjà vu, and why Ryne Stanek’s “get-back” outing matters down the stretch.
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Why Mike Tyson Loved the ’86 Mets and Davey Johnson’s Gigantic Impact
2025/09/10
Live from PC Richard & Son in Astoria, Queens — Vito Calise & Jonathan Baron sit down with Mets Hall of Famer and longtime PR chief Jay Horwitz for an absolute masterclass in Mets lore. Jay goes deep on the brawl culture of the 1986 Mets (Eric Davis vs. Ray Knight!), why Mike Tyson loved that team, and why “nobody fights anymore.” He shares never-before-told David Wright clubhouse stories (cookies, pranks, leadership), the 2015 comeback, the emotional 2018 farewell, and what made Davey Johnson “analytics before analytics.” We also preview the alumni game (managers, competitiveness, and a “point spread”), remember the Mets-Phillies rivalry of ’07–’08, and talk about ownership honoring franchise history.
Stick around for Jay’s takes on Brandon Nimmo’s leadership, scoreboard mishaps, classic card-pull stories (Howard Johnson, Terry Leach), and the enduring spirit of the Mets alumni family.
Presented by PC Richard & Son.
Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 The ’86 Mets “fight culture” & Eric Davis vs. Ray Knight01:06 Live from PC Richard & Son — intro & why Jay is the September voice01:28 Wright’s 2015 return HR & September memories02:44 Old-school brawls vs. Phillies; Craig Jefferies chaos03:37 “No punches at Citi Field” fact & Pete Alonso’s hockey take04:10 Game 6 ’86 World Series: Mookie, Carter, and the comeback04:43 Alumni game preview — star names, managers, competitiveness05:12 Endy Chávez catch + the outfield plaque06:29 Why this alumni game will get spicy; the “point spread”07:35 Vito’s Mike Pelfrey jersey story08:11 Jose Reyes moments & Asdrúbal Cabrera’s legendary bat flip08:36 The ’07–’08 Mets-Phillies heat; the collapse & Glavine start09:19 Marlins daggers & 162 scars10:11 Citizens Bank HR binges & franchise records10:27 David Wright’s cookies, uniform, and 2015 leadership13:04 2018 Wright night: foul pop story, walk-off wait, Austin Jackson GW hit14:03 Why Wright = Gary Carter DNA (community & class)15:00 Wright’s binoculars prank on Jay15:58 Spring training prank: stretcher, birdseed & ducks17:00 Brandon Nimmo’s media leadership and the “front of locker” rule18:24 Davey Johnson: bold tactics, relievers in the OF, analytics mindset20:07 The ’84–’90 win run; “should’ve won more” honesty20:49 Gooden & Strawberry redemption; ownership honoring history22:47 Card game: Howard Johnson stories & ’86 40th anniversary tease25:13 Terry Leach’s 11–1 season26:05 The Scioscia HR & ’88 pain27:08 Mike Tyson x Mets photo backstory28:14 Scoreboard oops + lessons learned28:59 1969 In Memoriam mix-up & the Wikipedia warning29:46 Jay’s alumni mission & keeping everyone in the Mets family31:09 Jay’s pod: Amazin’ Conversations & upcoming Davey episode
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Mets Make a Statement in Detroit: Soto Slam, Pete’s Payback, McLean Mania | Jeff McNeil Interview
2025/09/04
The Mets took 2 of 3 from the Tigers and it felt BIG. We count down the Top 5 moments: Juan Soto’s thunderous grand slam, Luis Torrens’s game-changer, Pete Alonso vs. Chris Paddack, and the broadcast love-fest for Nolan McLean. Plus: Reds/Phillies look-ahead, “don’t-get-swept” math, and a full Jeff McNeil interview—clubhouse vibes, center-field reps, the Brett Baty hug, and his fantasy-football “front office.
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“We’ve Got Years of Winning Coming” Carlos Mendoza and Mark Vientos Talk Bright Mets Future
2025/09/02
Two big interviews this week: Mets manager Carlos Mendoza on the September stretch, clubhouse energy around the call-ups, and the hitting group’s impact — plus Mark Vientos on the Little League Classic homer, choosing his WBC team, routines, opposite-field power, and why Mets fans should be hyped for the young core (Jonah Tong, Nolan McLean, Jett Williams & more).We also plug our PC Richard & Son event in Astoria on Monday, Sept 8 @ 6 PM before Mets-Phillies — Mr. & Mrs. Met, tons of giveaways (signed hats/balls, bobbleheads), and fantasy league sign-ups!
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Citi Field Is STILL A House of Hours for Phillies | Brett Baty Interview
2025/08/28
The Mets complete a thrilling sweep of the Phillies at Citi Field! Vito Calise and Jonathan Baron break down all the action, including Nolan McLean’s dominant outing, Edwin Díaz’s shutdown performance, Brandon Nimmo’s walk-off, and Mark Vientos’ clutch hitting.
Plus — we sit down with Brett Baty to talk about his growing friendship with Jeff McNeil, his engagement story, playing with Francisco Álvarez, Ronny Mauricio, and Mark Vientos, and his excitement about the Mets’ playoff push.
Presented by PC Richard & Son — the official sponsor of Meet at the Apple.
00:00 – Brett Baty on his friendship with Jeff McNeil00:30 – Mets sweep recap intro02:00 – Mets’ offense surging in August03:10 – Nolan McLean looks like an ace05:00 – Phillies postgame meltdowns06:00 – Top 5 Mets vs Phillies moments countdown begins06:20 – #5: The Parabolic Microphone incident08:00 – #4: Edwin Díaz’s 5-out save with 4 Ks10:50 – #3: Brandon Nimmo walk-off vs Jhoan Duran13:00 – Brett Baty’s clutch at-bat sets up rally14:10 – #2: Mark Vientos sparks Game 1 win with huge double15:40 – Mets lineup depth with Ronny Mauricio and Francisco Álvarez16:00 – #1: Nolan McLean’s Citi Field debut dominance20:30 – Jonah Tong’s call-up and future rotation impact23:30 – Energy at Citi Field feels like Harvey Days24:00 – Brett Baty Interview begins24:10 – More on his friendship with Jeff McNeil25:00 – Engagement story and proposal details27:00 – Fun TikTok stories with his fiancée28:10 – Brett’s dad handing out signed cards to fans29:00 – Success vs left-handed pitching this season30:00 – Playing alongside Vientos, Mauricio & Álvarez again31:00 – Embracing second base & versatility32:00 – Impact of Antoine Richardson on baserunning33:00 – Little League Classic memories36:00 – The Parabolic Microphone game from a player’s perspective39:00 – Growing alongside Francisco Álvarez40:20 – Nolan McLean’s impact on the clubhouse41:30 – Mets’ playoff push mindset42:20 – Mets-Phillies rivalry feelings43:10 – Lessons from last season’s playoff run44:30 – Confidence in Mets roster depth45:00 – NFL talk: Jets, fantasy football & predictions52:00 – Closing thoughts + PC Richard & Son giveaway55:00 – Mets wild card standings update57:00 – Wrap-up + reminder to subscribe
📌 Timestamps
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Is Nolan McLean EXACTLY What The Mets NEEDED?!
2025/08/25
Nolan McClean’s first two MLB starts = 2 wins, 15+ Ks, 0 BBs on Saturday… and the Mets take 2 of 3 in Atlanta. We break down the Top 5 Moments from Mets-Braves—Juan Soto & Francisco Lindor’s double steal, Clay Holmes’ efficient gem, Starling Marte’s hose + HR, McLean’s seven dominant innings, and Mark Vientos going full Swaggy V with HRs in three straight plate appearances. We also talk Brett Baty’s August heater and defensive versatility, Tyrone Taylor’s highlight catch, and a massive homestand ahead: Phillies in, Marlins after, and Nolan’s first Citi Field start vs PHI. Plus theme nights (Pokémon GO, GKR Night, Sesame Street, Queens Culture, Fireworks, Blippi) and our Sept 8live pod at PC Richard & Son Astoria with giveaways (Mr. & Mrs. Met, bobbleheads, more). Rate & review—helps a ton—and DM us if you want into the Meet at the Apple Fantasy Football league!
Chapters
00:00 Nolan McClean announces himself (sinker/sweeper, 7 IP, 7 K, 0 BB)
01:20 Series vibes: two blowouts + a dogfight, still a big road win
02:10 Swaggy V is back: 5 HR in ~a week; lineup cooking with Lindor/Soto hot
04:06 Top-5 countdown intro (presented by PC Richard & Son)
04:30 #5 Lindor & Soto pull off the double steal (power + speed)
05:15 #4 Clay Holmes goes 6.1, 2 ER—rotation feeds off McLean’s jolt
06:24 #3 Starling Marte: OF laser at the plate + later HR (don’t run on him)
07:20 #2 McClean joins Harvey territory: 15+ Ks in first two Mets starts
10:10 #1 Mark Vientos: three straight PA HRs span + key 2-run shot in G3
11:55 Brett Baty’s August surge & legit 2B/3B versatility
15:24 Tyrone Taylor’s run-saving grab & bottom-order impact weekend
17:47 Wild Card watch: Reds/D-backs looming; circle Sept 5–7 at CIN
19:07 Homestand hype: Phillies first—perfect weather & scoreboard-watching
21:03 This week’s theme nights + Friday fireworks (Aug 29)
22:40 Pitching slate: Kodai Senga Monday, McLean Wednesday vs PHI
23:22 Sept 8 LIVE at PC Richard & Son Astoria—time & giveaways
24:22 Respect to Zack Wheeler (TOS surgery news)
25:43 Mets-Phillies rivalry stakes & approach: one pitch at a time
29:14 CTA: rate/review + Fantasy Football league invites
30:27 Sponsor read: PC Richard & Son (since 1909)
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Is Francisco Lindor Going To Lead The Mets To The Playoffs?!
2025/08/22
Francisco Lindor is scorching—nine-game hit streak, .500 AVG, 1.400+ OPS—and when he’s hot, the Mets are hot. But after a maddening set in D.C. (late swings, one-run pain, bullpen stress), it’s straight into Atlanta for a season-defining weekend. We hit Alvarez’s injury, Peterson’s gem, Kodai Senga’s uneven start, Baty/Vientos/Marte bright spots, the injury pile, bullpen asks, and why that Reds series (Sept 5–7) looms huge. Plus: Nolan McLean buzz, live show details, and our fantasy league idea. Let’s reset and believe.
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#Chapters00:00 Lindor’s heater + tone-setter01:05 Alvarez update & mood swing02:00 Game 1 positives: Vientos/Baty, Peterson gem03:18 Where it unraveled: Senga start & late chances04:20 Three-run cushion… gone: the finale sting05:00 Standings reality & Reds series circle06:00 The 2016 vibes & “dogfight” frame07:00 Injury pile tally (pitchers & bats)09:10 NL chaos: why there’s still a path10:05 Braves preview: matchups, what it takes11:10 Baty’s August, Lindor leadoff HR record12:00 Vientos/Marte uptick & two-out hitting13:15 Bullpen asks & starters past 6?14:10 Nolan McLean excitement (expectations)15:20 Weekend reset: times, atmosphere, vibes16:30 Fantasy league idea (join in comments)17:40 PC Richard LIVE SHOW (Sept 8) prizes19:00 Final rally: Believe & enjoy the weekend
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How Excited is David Wright for Nolan McLean & Mets Stretch Run?! | '07 vs '08 Mets & Delgado HOF Case
2025/08/18
David Wright joins Meet at the Apple to unpack ’07 vs ’08, the Delgado Hall of Fame debate, Johan’s 2008 heroics, and the chemistry that built the mid-2000s Mets core. Then we count down Mets–Mariners Top 5: Jonah Tong’s AAA debut, Lindor/Soto going back-to-back, Manaea’s booth moment, Vientos’ opposite-field dagger, and Nolan McLean’s electric debut. Plus: Alvarez update vibes, Gregory Soto’s quiet dominance, and what’s next in D.C. We even close with a quick detour into HBO’s The Gilded Age with Ben Ahlers who plays Jack the footman turned inventor!
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00:00 Young call-ups & clubhouse energy (Nolan McLean spark)
00:34 Welcome David Wright
01:11 ’07 vs ’08 — which “got away”?
02:10 Johan’s knee, three-days’ rest & rotation context
03:19 The 2005 “turning point” team (Pedro, Beltrán, Jacobs)
05:13 Building a core: friendships → winning baseball
06:23 Carlos Delgado = Hall of Famer? Leadership & hitting lessons
07:52 Blind-ranking Wright moments (bare-hander, Citi HR, 2015 return, WS HR, Mo walk-off)
09:23 Why the Mo walk-off was the “I made it” moment
09:38 Yankees respect vs true NL East rivalries
10:45 Post-interview reset
11:49 Little League Classic weekend vibes
15:14 Top 5 — #5 Jonah Tong dominates AAA debut
16:59 Top 5 — #4 Lindor/Soto go back-to-back vs Castillo
17:56 Top 5 — #3 Manaea’s booth cameo & jokes
19:20 Top 5 — #2 Vientos’ opposite-field three-run HR off Kirby
20:37 Top 5 — #1 Nolan McLean’s dazzling debut (& behind-the-back DP)
22:34 McLean’s two-way past and why pitching won out
23:46 Clubhouse celebration lore (postgame “bath”)
25:05 Fans showed up — crowd energy at Citi
26:02 Big homestand → Phillies looming
27:26 Manfred chat & realignment fan-fic
28:08 Alvarez status + NL catcher OPS context since July 21
30:23 “Big Dumper” scouting report (comic relief)
31:57 Bullpen spotlight: Gregory Soto’s run, usage with McLean starts
35:09 On to Washington — keep the edge
38:26 Bonus: The Gilded Age chat with Ben Ahlers
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Is Jonah Tong an ELITE Prospect?! | Jonah Tong talks 99 MPH, New Changeup, and upcoming AAA Debut
2025/08/15
LIVE SHOW with Giveaways and MORE: P.C. Richard and Son in Astoria, Queens Monday September 8thMets top pitching prospect Jonah Tong joins Meet at the Apple ahead of his AAA Syracuse debut to break down the changeup grip that finally clicked (horseshoe between the fingers), the velocity jump to 99 mph, and why his 12–6 curve popped at the Futures Game. He talks about moving up with Jett Williams, Ryan Clifford, and Carson Benge, what he learned in the weight room, advice for the AA→AAA leap (“be me”), and repping Team Canada one day. Plus: Tim Lincecum inspo, “Canadian Cannon” nickname, Smash Bros vs. Sean Manaea, and more.Key moments:The grip tweak & why his cambio now tunnels and kills vert (10–11 mph off) Hitting 99 on the board before the call-up Futures Game curve he keeps rewatching Promoted with Jett, Clifford, Benge; culture in Bingo “Be me” advice for AAA & pitch mix (slider/change) Lincecum tapes with dad; “Canadian Cannon” shirts WBC Canada interest & the “eh” Bowman auto If you’re new here, we’re the official Mets podcast giving you the stories behind the box score. Subscribe for more interviews with the future of Flushing.Chapters (00:00 format)00:00 Mets–Braves series vibes, schedule gauntlet, Alonso HR record talk10:05 Alonso breaks the franchise HR mark, memories & milestones18:22 Why Jonah Tong is special to us + intro to the interview 20:53 Jonah joins: growth from 2023 PSL to AAA now 22:19 Velocity spike day, “saw 98… hit 99” story 24:55 Strength work, movement quality 26:14 Moving up with Jett/Clifford/Benge; Bingo culture 28:31 Deep Mets arm group: Sproat, McLean, Santucci, Thornton, Wenninger 30:11 Lincecum influence & nicknames (“Canadian Cannon”) 33:07 The AA→AAA jump & best advice: “Be me” 34:51 Futures Game curveball; slider/change progress 36:23 The changeup grip (horseshoe), selling 10–11 mph off 38:52 Team Canada & the “eh” auto; South Park bit 46:08 Rehab week: Winker/Raley, Smash Bros vs. Manaea 55:20 Uncle Jonah & sign-off; why the org future is bright
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Podcast reviews
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Hawtsperrrrrr 2025/06/03
Low Volume
I really like the content and the interviews, but please make the masters louder. The ads are twice as loud as the episode. It’s an NYC team podcast a...
Aniken Blu 2025/11/15
Great Mets Podcast
I enjoy the in depth look into the Mets organization on all the different levels from single A to the Major League. Great player interviews
E_R21 2025/10/02
Why disappear when things go bad?
Why there’s no episode after this year’s brutal ending???? Should tell it like it is.
Dieselkid1 2025/08/29
Only listen of the interviews
Definitely not one of the best best podcasts available because it seems like they will get fired if they say a single negative thing. Only reason to l...
Tswizzle13 2025/08/05
Stay away
Brutal,
Mets fans deserve better. Boring, stale and not relatable. Bring back Josh Lewin!
Garry V 2025/07/23
Is this the BEST podcast covering the NEW YORK METS on a biweekly basis?!?!
Yes. Yes it is.
Rich Miggs 2025/07/06
Top Notch Mets Pod!
This is one of my favorite Mets podcasts. One of the only ones who will bring in players to interview on air. Jonathon and Vito both have great perspe...
My Mets 6986 2025/07/05
Great Listening
I’ve really been enjoying this podcast. As a Mets diehard for many years, this is a great source of team information and behind the scenes info. Keep ...
UserInNYC007 2025/06/27
Homerism at its worst
Most Mets fans want honest analysis of our team.
This, on the other hand, is pure propaganda, where the Mets never lose and the team never makes any ...
Cool Mets fan #1 2025/05/22
Amazing!!!
The show is perfect for learning more about the team! I love the interviews with the players and the great look at what is happening behind the scenes...
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