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New York Mets Opening Weekend Recap | Mets vs Pirates Series Breakdown 🔥The New York Mets kicked off their 2026 season with a wild series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, taking 2 out of 3 games—but there’s A LOT to unpack 👀Game 1 was an offensive explosion as the Mets dropped 11 runs, highlighted by a debut home run from rookie Carson Benge and a rough outing from reigning Cy Young winner Paul Skenes.Game 2 delivered drama, with Luis Robert Jr. launching a walk-off 3-run homer in the 11th inning to seal the win 🔥Game 3? A tough extra-innings loss despite big moments from Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor, as the Mets fell short late.#Mets #LGM #MLB #MetsBaseball #MLBHighlights #NewYorkMets #Baseball #LuisRobertJr #JuanSoto #franciscolindor Intro- 0:00NY Mets opening day- 4:26Luis Robert Jr. Walk off HR- 13:08Mets LoseClosing Game to Pirates- 15:307 line merch- 20:05Outro- 26:28

🔥 WWE WrestleMania 42 Build Is… Falling Flat? | CM Punk vs Roman Reigns & Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton AnalysisIs it just me, or does the road to WrestleMania 42 feel… off?In this video, I break down why the build to CM Punk vs Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton just isn’t hitting the way it should. These are MASSIVE main-event level matches… so why does the hype feel so low?I dive into:The lack of compelling storytelling heading into WrestleMania 42Missed opportunities with promos and character developmentWhy these feuds feel rushed or underdevelopedHow WWE could’ve built these matches betterMy honest opinion on whether WWE can still fix this before WrestleManiaThis isn’t just a rant—this is a real breakdown of what’s missing from the current WWE product and why fans aren’t fully buying in.👇 Let me know YOUR thoughts in the comments:Is WWE dropping the ball, or will WrestleMania still deliver?🔑 Keywords WWE WrestleMania 42, WrestleMania 42 build, CM Punk vs Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton, WWE analysis, WWE opinion, WWE commentary, WWE 2026, Roman Reigns storyline, CM Punk WWE return, Cody Rhodes booking, Randy Orton feud, WWE creative issues, WrestleMania predictions, WWE storytelling problems, wrestling analysis YouTube, WWE fans reaction

The season four premiere of the Salty Thoughts of Mike Steph Podcast is live now on all streaming platforms where podcasts are available and will be on YouTube soon! What's on deck? Well...............Geno Smith is back with the NY Jets!The NY GIANTS are successfully adding players that fir the culture of new Head Coach John Harbaugh!And much more! Enjoy!!

Is The Rhea Ripley-Jade Cargill Heat A Shoot Or A Work? | Is AEW's Thekla Next To Blow? | Mike StephThis past week in WWE, Rhea Ripley and Jade Cargill had a back and forth on social media that had many wondering if was it was a work or a shoot? Especially when other members of the roster started putting their 2 cents in. After the promo on this past Friday's WWE Smackdown, it's clear that the two went over some boundaries and were told to keep it professional. Who is at fault? Will this detract from the rest of the Wrestlemania build?Also included are thoughts on the New AEW Women's Champion Thekla. Is she going to be the next big star in wrestling?All that and more!#wwe #wrestling #rhearipley #jadecargill #thekla #aew #wweraw #wwesmackdown #shoot #heat #wrestlemania #sports

Ny Knicks Crush Boston Celtics 111-89 | NY Jets fan or Troll | Keith Hernandez returns to SNY Booth | Mike StephIn this video, I break down:NY Knicks went into Boston and manhandled the Celtics 111-89Jose Alvarado made his debut and quickly had an impact on the team, especially on the defensive end.Jordan Clarkson has shown his frustration in being outside of the playing rotation. Recently he made some comments to fans on social media that has some talking.Keith Hernandez has re-signed with SNY to continue his analyst position on the NY Mets Broadcasts.Mike Steph discusses his continued dislike for fellow commentator Ron Darling and how long his grudge goes back.Jake Asman has been critical of NY Jets HC Aaron Glenn. Mike Steph wonders if it's too personal compared to how others have express their displeasure in the job Glenn has done during his first year. All that and more!Knicks-Celtics- 0:00Keith Hernandez returns to NY Mets Booth (Smitty's Corner)- 15:36Jake Asman/NY Jets- 27:44Outro- 36:45Nikai Lewis-Stephens Tribute- 59:00#nyknicks #knicks #nba #basketball #jalenbrunson #bostonceltics #celtics #nymets #mets #keithhernandez #baseball #mlb #rondarling #sny #nyjets #jets #nfl #superbowl #wwe #wrestling #prowrestling #wrestlemania #sports