Just Mets

In this live edition of The Just Mets Podcast, Andrew Claudio & Rich MacLeod react to Francisco Lindor's surprising return to the lineup, the latest camp battles and predict what numbers the Mets will retire in the future... 01:21 - ANDREW & RICH HAVE WBC FEVER! 12:35 - Francisco Lindor Returns! 21:05 - Who Will Win The Mets Opening Day RF Job? 28:46 - COMMENTS 32:55 - Carlos Beltran To Have His Number Retired 37:08 - Who Will Be The Next 5 Mets To Have Their Number Retired (And When?) 57:12 - Andrew Has A Confession About Devin Williams... Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of The Just Mets Podcast, Andrew Claudio & Rich MacLeod open by announcing that the show will be part of the Bleave podcast network for the 2026 season! To commemorate this milestone, they then list 3 different Mets statements/hot takes and say whether they believe, want to believe or don't believe their validity. 02:20 - BREAKING NEWS: Just Mets is now part of the Bleav podcast network! 05:15 - Headline #1: Bo Bichette's defense at 3rd base will be a problem 10:35 - Headline #2: Freddy Peralta will sign as a FA before Opening Day 19:20 - Headline #3: Craig Kimbrel will be in the Mets opening day bullpen 24:15 - Headline #4: Francisco Lindor will be in the opening day starting lineup 31:20 - Headline #5: Carson Benge will be the Mets opening day right fielder 44:13 - Headline #6: The Mets will open the season with a 6-man rotation 49:02 - Final Thoughts: PLEASE SURVIVE THE WBC! Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this LIVE edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Andrew Claudio goes solo & gives his thoughts on the Mets start to spring training, while answers questions from the Just Mets audience tuning in! Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel! FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of The Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod hosts a solo show to react to Steve Cohen revealing the Mets will never have a captain, Francisco Lindor's injury, and react to questions from the fans!0:00 - INTRO1:50 - How will Lindor bounce back from his surgery?4:44 - Juan Soto is moving to left field6:24 - The Luke Weaver Yankees Bag Silliness8:14 - The Mets will NOT have a captain11:46 - Steve Cohen talks about major Mets shake-up18:11 - Spring Training Mailbag! (Fan Q&A)36:17 - Do the White Sox think Acuña is a switch hitter?39:21 - OUTROWatch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodSIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's LIVE edition of The Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio recap the final few weeks of the long offseason, preview the 2026 season ahead & respond to your chats.04:50 - Keith Hernandez is BACK at SNY for 3 more years!10:28 - Carlos Beltran to wear Mets cap on HOF plaque20:05 - David Stearns TELLS ALL to Joel Sherman, Will Sammon30:24 - Mets sign Craig Kimbrel35:38 - Mets sign MJ Melendez44:26 - LIVE CHAT QUESTIONS!Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this editon of the Just Mets podcast, Andrew Claudio is joined by Blake Murphy (host of Jays Talk Play on Sportsnet in Canada) for a conversation about former Blue Jays shortstop & new Mets third baseman Bo Bichette.03:18 - Blake Murphy of Sportsnet (Canada)04:30 - Kyle Tucker Sweepstakes/Why the Dodgers MUST BE STOPPED!09:40 - Did Jays fans think Bo Bichette was going to stay in Toronto?18:40 - Are Bo Bichette's "clutch" numbers real?25:00 - How bad was Bo Bichette's defense?29:01 - Are the Jays still the team to beat in the AL East?32:14 - Thanks Blake!Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_FOLLOW BLAKE - @BlakeMurphyODCSIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this emergency livestream, Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio react to the breaking news that the Mets have acquired Allstar pitcher Freddy Peralta & RHP Tobias Myers from the Milwaukee Brewers for top 5 prospects Jett Williams & Brandon Sproat.Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this free preview of the latest bonus episode of The Just Mets Podcast, Andrew Claudio and Rich MacLeod debate the Hall of Fame candidacy of former Mets stars David Wright, Carlos Beltrán and K-Rod on the 2026 ballot...SUBSCRIBE TO JUST METS ON PATREON FOR THE FULL EPISODE!SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this emergency livestream, Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio react to the breaking news that free agent infielder Bo Bichette is signing with the New York Mets on a 3 year, $126-million contract.Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this emergency livestream, Andrew Claudio & Rich MacLeod react to the breaking news that free agent outfielder Kyle Tucker is signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers for 4-years, $240-million.Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio react to the latest rumors surrounding the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes as the Mets have reportedly offered the outfielder a four-year, $200 million contract while the Blue Jays are willing to go to 10 years on a deal.Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of the Just Mets podast, Andrew Claudio checks in to another Mets Therapy session as he sorts through Tuesday's news that have now connected the franchise to free agency allstar outfielder Kyle Tucker in a significant way, specifcalluy the reported offer of at least $50-million per season.Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodSIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Andrew Claudio & Rich MacLeod go through the last week of Mets news, specifically the recent connections with the prize of the offseason: outfirleder Kyle Tucker. After give all the many pros for why David Stearns should make this happen, they also discuss Cody Bellinger's impasse with the Yankees, the Red Sox losing Alex Bregman to the Cubs, Edward Cabrera going to Chicago too, where the Lindor trade ranks amongst the greatest in Mets history & much more!Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of The Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio react to MLB signings from the past week, and go through their "most likely" premonitions for the 2026 Mets season.0:00 - INTRO2:29 - How Imai & Okamoto signings impact the Mets12:23 - Introducing our 2026 season premonitions14:59 - Mets team MVP22:06 - Innings pitched leader27:57 - Primary first baseman31:35 - Who will be dealt in a major trade36:01 - Who will become a Met in the next year40:44 - Who will NOT be a Met by 202742:55 - The biggest target of fan negativity48:02 - Mets saves leader50:06 - Better than everyone expects54:09 - Likeliest to lose their job58:41 - Mets breakout star01:05:43 - Most smear campaign articles01:08:27 - Who will sign a long-term extension01:14:21 - Final thoughts & OUTROWatch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio put a bow on the 2025 Mets calendar by answering mailbag questions submitted via Twitter & Substack.00:00 - INTRO01:57 - Any realistic moves to be competitive that can still be made?06:31 - Should fans demand Stearns be fired for letting Alonso/Díaz go?14:58 - Rating the offseason on a 1-10 scale & is the Mets bullpen better or worse?19:35 - How patient will Steve Cohen be if team is bad & attendance is low?24:59 - Will the Mets make another trade this offseason?28:19 - Will Francisco Lindor be affected by negative fan reaction to his wife's political work?29:40 - How much will a true ace make up for the loss of Díaz/Alonso?35:12 - If you could steal a player from any MLB team, who would it be?39:52 - Is there a role for Ronny Mauricio in 2026?45:11 - Which hitting & pitching prospect are you most excited to watch this year?50:19 - Realistic position for Jett Williams on 2026 roster?53:55 - New Year's Resolutions for all New York Pro Sports teams1:00:25 - OUTRO + Final Thoughts of 2025!Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!FOR BONUS CONTENT, SUBSCRIBE TO THE WRIGHT TIER ON PATREON! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this emergency edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio react to the breaking news that the Mets have traded long-time infielder Jeff McNeil to the A's in exchange for prospects.1:20 - Instant reactions to Jeff McNeil being traded11:38 - What do the Mets do now?17:06 - Report: Mets exploring Ketel Marte trade24:13 - Responding to fans in the chat40:26 - The Kyle Tucker Confidence Meter46:41 - Chances of trading for Byron Buxton54:10 - Is Jeff McNeil a Top 100 player in team history?Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of The Just Mets Podcast, Andrew Claudio & Rich MacLeod begin by going through several Mets news headlines from the past week before drafting their favorite moments from the 2025 calendar year.03:00 - NEWS: Murakami, Contreres, King & the moves the Mets didn't makes this week12:50 - Steve Cohen vs New York Post15:30 - Do you want the Mets to trade for Luis Robert Jr.?20:32 - Mets sign Luke Weaver (another former Yankee closer)27:54 - The Best Mets Moments of 2025!Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rich MacLeod and Deesha Thosar (MLB reporter & columnist for FOX Sports) discuss how the Mets screwed up the Edwin Díaz negotiations and if Steve Cohen is being too passive this offseason.Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW DEESHA - @deeshathosarSIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio navigate and react to the latest offseason rumors and reports, and break down the three potential plans David Stearns and the Mets could move forward with this winter.0:00 - INTRO2:19 - Moving on from losing Díaz & Alonso5:27 - Mets/Padres trade rumors16:19 - Jonah Tong "highly coveted" in trade talks18:50 - Are the Mets OUT on Michael King?26:02 - Three potential paths for the Mets offseason55:15 - Where do the Mets currently rank in the National League?1:00:19 - OUTROWatch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this emergency livestream edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio react to the breaking news that the Mets have signed infielder Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40 million contract.Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest bonus episode of the Just Mets Podcast EXCLUSIVELY on Patreon, Andrew Claudio is joined by Dexter – host of Straight Outta Flushing, the official New York Mets podcast of @nypostsports – for somewhat of a venting session after 48 of the most disheartening hours in Mets history.SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON!FOLLOW ANDREW - @AndrewJClaudio_FOLLOW DEXTER - @DHenryTVSIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio react to Pete Alonso leaving the Mets to go to the Orioles an unpack heartbreaking, franchise-changing Winter Meetings. They also share their livereactions & analysis to the latest rumors, free agent signings, trades, and breaking news on Night #3 of the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings.Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this Just Mets Therapy Session, Andrew Claudio goes through some next day thoughts on the Mets losing Edwin Diaz to the Los Angeles Dodgers, sorting through the timeline of events that led to his departure, the realities to accept as a result of Diaz leaving, any key takeaways as the Mets turn the page & much more.Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio share their live, in-the-moment reactions & analysis to Edwin Díaz leaving the Mets, plus the latest rumors, free agent signings, trades, and breaking news on Night #2 of the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings.Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio share their live, in-the-moment reactions & analysis to the latest rumors, free agent signings, trades, and breaking news on Night #1 of the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings.Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this free preview of the latest bonus episode of the Just Mets Podcast EXCLUSIVELY on Patreon, Rich MacLeod & Roger Cormier (The Mets Newsletter) discuss whether or not David Stearns has earned the benefit of the doubt with Mets fans ahead of this crucial offseason.SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON!FOLLOW RICH - https://x.com/richmacleodFOLLOW ROGER - https://x.com/themetsnewsletterSIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/c/JustMetsSIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK - https://www.justmets.net/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio react to the breaking news that the Mets have reportedly signed RHP Devin Williams to a three-year contract, and what it could mean for Edwin Díaz. The fellas also react to some reports from Jeff Passan in the last 24 hours...0:00 - Instant reactions to Williams signing11:20 - What does this mean for Edwin Díaz?14:40 - Mets "in the mix" for Kyle Schwarber15:36 - The latest on Alonso's market20:30 - Top trade targets may not be available24:23 - Buzz on Japanese free agents27:24 - Final thoughts on the signingWatch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio navigate and react to a slew of Mets rumors and reports from the last week, ranging from the interesting to the absurd.0:00 - INTRO2:22 - Fallout from the Nimmo trade15:30 - Report: Mets expected to sign Framber Valdez?25:48 - Francisco Lindor vs. Jeff McNeil, Part 234:41 - Lindor & Soto's "chilly" relationship43:28 - Who is leaking these Mets reports?48:49 - Report: Kodai Senga doesn't want to be traded1:01:43 - The Alonso/Díaz Confidence Meter1:17:15 - OUTROWatch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this free preview of the latest bonus episode of the Just Mets Podcast EXCLUSIVELY on Patreon, Andrew Claudio & Ryan Finkelstein (Locked On Mets) discuss the options available within the organization or externally through free agency or trade to replace Brandon Nimmo in the outfield for the Mets next season.SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON!FOLLOW ANDREW - @AndrewJClaudio_FOLLOW RYAN - @FinkelsteinRyanSUBSCRIBE TO LOCKED ON METS ON YOUTUBE, APPLE, SPOTIFY OR WHEREVER PODCASTS ARE AVAILABLE! SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio give their reactions to the stunning trade that sent Brandon Nimmo from the Mets to the Texas Rangers for 2nd baseman Marcus Semien.00:05 - INSTANT REACTIONS TO THE METS TRADING BRANDON NIMMO!!!19:43 - Brandon Nimmo's Mets legacy36:06 - Mets new 2nd baseman Marcus Semien48:20 - What should the Mets do next?53:56 - Alonso & Diaz Confidence Meters1:15:18 - SUPERCHATS1:21:00 - PER SAMMON: Mets & Diaz disagree on contract lengthWatch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this bonus episode of The Just Mets Podcast exclusively here on Patreon, Rich MacLeod is joined by Pat Ragazzo – reporter for Sports Illustrated – to discuss the club's pursuit of Cody Bellinger, growing pessimism over Pete Alonso & Edwin Díaz, and New York's plans to shake up their roster in an extreme way this winter.SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW PAT - @ragazzoreportSIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the very first Just Mets Therapy Session, Andrew Claudio takes a close look at all 15 times the Mets are mentioned in Jeff Passan's very thorough MLB offseason preview & gives his advice to Mets fans on how to feel about each "news" headline.READ: Jeff Passan's 2025-26 MLB offseason preview, intel, updates.04:34 - Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz & Devin Williams11:48 - Brandon Nimmo, Jeff McNeil & Kodai Senga18:50 - Tarik Skubal, Framber Valdez, Dylan Cease & Tatsuya Imai21:57 - Kyle Schwarber, Kyle Tucker & Bo Bichette25:20 - OTHER NOTES (Where The Mets Weren't Mentioned BUT Could Be Connected) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio react to the last week of Mets news headlines before updating their "confidence meter" of the chances Pete Alonso & Edwin Diaz return to Queens next season. Then, they go into a lenghtly discussion of the closer market, both in free agency & via trade, detailing how important it will be to bring Edwin Diaz back & how truly difficult it will be to replace him.01:37 - PETE ALONSO UPDATES05:50 - EDWIN DIAZ UPDATES12:35 - TATSUYA IMAI WILL BE POSTED17:30 - DAVID STEARNS QUOTES25:36 - MAZZILI, BOBBY V & BELTRAN TO BE METS HALL-OF-FAMERS31:30 - SMH ANDY MARTINO34:28 - ALONSO & DIAZ CONFIDENCE METER39:22 - EDWIN DIAZ OR ELSE (DEEP DIVE ON CLOSER OPTIONS OR LACK THEREOF)Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this free preview of the latest bonus episode of the Just Mets Podcast EXCLUSIVELY on Patreon, Andrew Claudio asks Tigers fan & Detroit sports content creator Chris Castellani how good a trade partner the Mets would be in a potential Tarik Skubal trade, should he become available this winter.SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON!CHECK OUT ALL OF CHRIS CASTELLANI'S WORK COVERING THE TIGERS & ALL THINGS DETROIT SPORTS HERE!FOLLOW ANDREW - @AndrewJClaudio_FOLLOW CHRIS - @Castellani2014SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio begin by reacting to several Mets news headlines from the past week before a deep dive on the offseason market for starting pitching & discussing both how many potentially available arms can be considered a true "Ace" & how possible it will be that the Mets can/will acquire one of them.02:00 - Jeremy Hefner & Antoan Richardson join Braves coaching staff09:53 - Edwin Diaz & Pete Alonso opt out of deal; Mets extend Diaz the qualifying offer ($22.5-mil)21:58 - Pete Alonso & Juan Soto win NL Silver Slugger awards27:32 - What is the definition of an "Ace?"33:02 - Potential aces available in free agency38:29 - Potential aces available via trade55:00 - Best "ace" options, if it's not Tarik SkubalWatch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this free preview of The Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Joe DeMayo – The Mets Pod & SNY – break down how difficult it is to sort through and fix the Mets roster this offseason. SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/c/JustMetsFOLLOW RICH - https://x.com/richmacleodFOLLOW JOE - https://x.com/PSLtoFlushingSIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK - https://www.justmets.net/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this edition of The Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod is back after a short playoff hiatus to introduce his new co-host - Andrew Claudio! They open with their thoughts on an iconic World Series (3:50) before diving into the 5 biggest questions facing the Mets (as well as a few honorable mentions) headed in this consequantial offseason (25:15).Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel!FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleodFOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Good morning and welcome to a FREE preview episode of our brand new winter podcast... Offseason Coffee!Once the MLB postseason comes to an end, Offseason Coffee will drop every Saturday morning throughout the autumn and winter months. This show is a way to wind down the week as host Rich MacLeod shares some quick thoughts and answers a handful of questions.With this week’s coffee, Rich talked about the enjoyment of watching the Yankees and Phillies seasons end, touched on the Mets coaching staff changes, and answered a few fan questions.Future episodes of Offseason Coffee ☕️ will be available exclusively to Just Mets paid supporters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rich MacLeod and guest Tim Britton – Senior MLB writer at The Athletic – react to David Stearns' post-season press conference and discuss if players like Pete Alonso, Kodai Senga, Jeff McNeil and Mark Vientos will be re-signed or traded.TOPICS:Looking back on what went wrong for the 2025 MetsWhat was the clubhouse like this season?How players perceived Carlos Mendoza down the stretchWas David Stearns overly confident the way he ran the team in the first half?Reacting to David Stearns' post-season press conferenceBreaking up the core: Long-term Mets who could be on the move this winterBECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Rich is joined by guest Tim Britton – Senior MLB writer at The Athletic – to reveal what happened inside the Mets clubhouse during their disastrous 2025 season.TOPICS:Looking back on what went wrong for the 2025 MetsWhat was the clubhouse like this season?How players perceived Carlos Mendoza down the stretchWas David Stearns overly confident the way he ran the team in the first half?Reacting to David Stearns' post-season press conferenceBreaking up the core: Long-term Mets who could be on the move this winterBECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Rich and guest Andrew Claudio – host of Mets Therapy & EP of Knicks Film School – react LIVE after the Mets lose Game 162 vs. the Marlins and are eliminated from postseason contention.TOPICS:Instant reaction to the Mets being eliminated from playoff contentionCarlos Mendoza is apparently safePete Alonso is opting outWhat do the Mets do this offseason?Responding to fan commentsBECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special bonus episode, Rich is joined by guest Jon Morosi – reporter and on-air personality for MLB Network – to talk about why the Mets have struggled in the clutch so much this season and ask the question, "what is this team's identity now?"TOPICS:Dissecting the Mets season from a national point-of-viewA talented team that's often been out of syncWhat is the 2025 Mets team identity?How Alonso's Wild Card Series home run changed the teams' plansOffseason shake-up: Consequences of disappointing regular seasonWill the Mets hang on to make the playoffs?BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Rich is joined by guest Michael G. Baron – co-creator of Just Mets – to react to another disastrous weekend that has put the Mets out of a playoff spot entering the season's final week.TOPICS:Reacting to the club's meltdown vs. the NationalsAre the Baseball Gods against the Mets right now?The consequences of missing the postseasonMeasuring the magnitude of this second half collapseAnswering fan Q&AsSetting up the final week of the regular seasonBECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special bonus episode, Rich is joined by guest Jon Morosi – reporter and on-air personality for MLB Network – to talk about the Mets playoff changes and the major changes that could be coming after what's been a disappointing regular season.TOPICS:Dissecting the Mets season from a national point-of-viewA talented team that's often been out of syncWhat is the 2025 Mets team identity?How Alonso's Wild Card Series home run changed the teams' plansOffseason shake-up: Consequences of disappointing regular seasonWill the Mets hang on to make the playoffs?BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rich MacLeod and guest Laura Albanese – Mets beat writer for Newsday & host of the First Time Listener, Long Time Caller Podcast – to talk about how the Mets need to overcome their history of losing DNA in order to turn the corner as an organization.TOPICS:Reacting to the most alarming week of the seasonInside the Mets locker room during their collapseIs the pressure getting to this team?Concern level over the Mets playoff hopesDavid Stearns' no good, very bad 2025 seasonWill the Mets blow things up if they miss the postseason?BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Rich is joined by guest Laura Albanese – Mets beat writer for Newsday & host of the First Time Listener, Long Time Caller Podcast – to analyze the Mets collapse, the state of the locker room, and discuss if they can find their way into the postseason.TOPICS:Reacting to the most alarming week of the seasonInside the Mets locker room during their collapseIs the pressure getting to this team?Concern level over the Mets playoff hopesDavid Stearns' no good, very bad 2025 seasonWill the Mets blow things up if they miss the postseason?BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Rich is joined by guest Mike Mayer – Editor-In-Chief at Metsmerized & Mets Minors – to discuss if we should lower our expectations for the Mets, and do the math to try and figure out how this team could actually miss the playoffs.TOPICS:Reacting to 3-3 week vs. Tigers and RedsIs it time to reset our expectations as fans?The Annual State of the RotationMathematically, how could the Mets miss the playoffs?Thoughts on current (and former) prospects to hit the big leaguesBECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week's episode of The Just Mets Podcast is UNLOCKED and FREE for all. If you'd like access to full episodes weekly, become a paid subscriber on Patreon or Substack!In this special bonus episode, Rich is joined by guest Trevor May – former Mets reliever & host of Mayday – to talk about the pressure of playing in New York, what's going on with the Mets pitching staff & a full breakdown of Ryan Helsley's pitch tipping problem.TOPICS:Thoughts on the Mets up-and-down season in 2025The pressure of playing in New YorkHow Francisco Lindor has grown as a leaderWhat is going on with the Mets starting rotation?Young players can change the energy of a clubhouseA full breakdown & analysis of Ryan Helsley tipping pitchesPredicting how the Mets will finish the seasonBECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rich and guest Bobby Wagner – co-host of Tipping Pitches – to to debate if Kodai Senga's second half struggles are enough to keep him from making the postseason roster.TOPICS:How do you follow-up the Phillies sweep with THAT?!The Mets made history in August... and it wasn't goodA full analysis of the Mets pitching breakdownsThe rookie starters are our only hopeIs this the most frustrating good Mets team of all-time?Previewing a huge week on the roadWill the Mets make the playoffs?BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Rich is joined by guest Bobby Wagner – co-host of Tipping Pitches – to discuss the Mets continuing their maddening season as they follow-up a sweep of the Phillies by losing 3/4 to the Marlins.TOPICS:How do you follow-up the Phillies sweep with THAT?!The Mets made history in August... and it wasn't goodA full analysis of the Mets pitching breakdownsThe rookie starters are our only hopeIs this the most frustrating good Mets team of all-time?Previewing a huge week on the roadWill the Mets make the playoffs?BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES:www.patreon.com/JustMetsSUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTERwww.justmets.netSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBEwww.youtube.com/@justmetsFOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/just_metsFOLLOW RICH ON TWITTERwww.twitter.com/richmacleod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.