Name: Carlos Mendoza on Juan Soto's effort level and his slow start to 2025 for the Mets
Uploaded: 2025-05-20T04:18-05:00
Duration: 586 s
Description: Carlos Mendoza answered questions about Juan Soto's effort level and early season struggles prior to the Mets' game against the Boston Red Sox.

Mets

SNY’s Steve Gelbs tells Danny Burke that he’s the 2026 Kidcaster, and will be joining Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez and Ron Darling in the booth during a Mets game!

SNY reveals the 2026 Kidcaster, Steve Gelbs tells him the news at a Mets game

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza says the team will continue to give David Peterson the ball despite another poor outing in New York's 9-2 loss to the Cardinals. Mendoza felt the two walks Peterson allowed were the culprits that led to the two home runs he served up. Francisco Alvarez who was the designated hitter and accounted for the Mets' only runs with a two-run HR, thought that while Peterson left a some pitches up in the zone, he didn't have much luck during his outing. Alvarez is relieved to be healthy again and ready to help the team turn things around.

Carlos Mendoza and Francisco Alvarez discuss David Peterson's rough outing in Mets loss

For the second straight night, St. Louis broke out to a big lead and cruised to an 8-2 victory over the Mets. David Peterson was pounded for six runs and seven hits after Austin Warren  allowed two runs in the opening inning. Francisco Alvarez provided the only bright spot for the Mets with a two-run HR in his second game back after undergoing knee surgery.

Mets vs Cardinals (6/10/26) | Mets Highlights

On Baseball Night in NY, Anthony DiComo with the latest on whether power-hitting Ryan Clifford could potentially join Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing as the next prospect called up to the big club.

Is Ryan Clifford the next Mets prospect headed to Citi Field? | Baseball Night in NY

On The Mets Pod, Joe DeMayo and Sal Licata discuss the options the Mets have with Freddy Peralta, and whether or not they should trade him for prospects at the trade deadline.

What's the Mets' move with Freddy Peralta? | The Mets Pod

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza and Freddy Peralta discuss what went wrong in the top of the third inning, falling behind in the count against the Cardinals lineup, and their focus on bouncing back in tomorrow's game to even the series.

Carlos Mendoza and Freddy Peralta on Mets' loss to Cardinals

The offense struggled against Cardinals pitcher Dustin May. The Mets scattered five hits, with A.J. Ewing collecting two of them, including a double. Freddy Peralta allowed six earned runs while striking out five over six innings pitched as the Mets fell to the Cardinals in the series opener.

Mets vs Cardinals (6/9/26) | Mets Highlights

On The Mets Pod, Joe DeMayo and Sal Licata try to get a grasp on what the Mets are as a team, and what they will be as they get closer to the trade deadline and the decision to buy or sell.

Are we running out of time to figure out the Mets? | The Mets Pod

Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga spoke with the media on Tuesday to provide an update after news of him being scratched from his next rehab start due to ulnar nerve inflammation.

Kodai Senga talks after being scratched from rehab start for Mets

Yankees

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone reacts to All-Star Aaron Judge's rib injury and says how the team plans to try to fill the void while he recovers.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone reacts to Aaron Judge's rib injury

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman shares his Yankees lineup expectations with the absence of Aaron Judge due to rib injury.

Brian Cashman on Yankees expectations without Aaron Judge

Aaron Boone, Cam Schlittler and Paul Goldschmidt reacted to the Yankees 9-4 loss to the Cleveland Guardians. Boone gave an update on the health status of Aaron Judge, while Schlittler and Goldschmidt spoke about the disappointing loss. 

Aaron Boone, Cam Schlittler and Paul Goldschmidt on 9-4 loss to Guardians

On Baseball Night in NY, Sal Licata, Anthony McCarron, Jim Duquette, and Maggie Gray discuss whether the Yankees should try to trade for Tigers ace Tarik Skubal. 

Should the Yankees trade for Tarik Skubal? | Baseball Night in NY

On this edition of Yankees Mailbag, SNY's Niki Lattarulo is joined by SNY MLB Insider Chelsea Janes to take on fan questions about the state of the Bronx Bombers. Questions are answered about the Yankees situation at shortstop with Anthony Volpe back in the fold, Yankees prospects that are worth watching, the AL East race, and more.

Who's at short for the Yankees with Anthony Volpe back in the mix? | Yankees Mailbag

For Gerrit Cole, the arduous journey to getting back on the mound at Yankee Stadium culminated in the best way possible: six innings of shutout ball in a 4-2 loss to the Tampa Rays. Cole compared it to making a second MLB debut. He termed his performance "efficient" and is already looking ahead to his next start against Kansas City. Cole did take time out to compliment catcher Austin Wells on his preparation who in turn said it was good to have him back. Manager Aaron Boone expects Cole to get even better and expects to see more of his "swing and miss stuff" as he progresses.

Gerrit Cole, Austin Wells and Aaron Boone comment on Cole's long-awaited return to Yankees

Yankees manager Aaron Boone, 2B Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Cody Bellinger all expressed their admiration at closer David Bednar's toughness in closing out the Blue Jays just one day after a blown save against the Mets. The teams combined to hit five home runs between them but Bednar retiring Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to close out a 7-6 Yankees win proved to be the play of the game.

Aaron Boone, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Cody Bellinger and David Bednar react to Yankees hard fought win over Toronto

Aaron Boone, Aaron Judge, Anthony Volpe, and David Bednar all spoke with the media following the Yankees' stunning loss at the hand of the Mets' late-inning heroics at Citi Field on Sunday, which resulted in them dropping two out of three in the first edition of the Subway Series in 2026.

Aaron Boone, Aaron Judge and more Yankees react after stunning Subway Series loss vs. Mets at Citi Field

With the Mets down to their final out in the ninth inning, Tyrone Taylor blasted a game-tying three-run homer off Yankees' closer David Bednar, setting the stage for Carson Benge to complete the heroic comeback in the 10th inning with a walk-off fielder's choice. With the 7-6 win over the Yankees, the Mets take the first edition of the Subway Series in 2026.

Mets vs Yankees (5/17/26) | Mets Highlights

Jets

The Jets hit the practice field on Wednesday for their final OTA workout in their offseason program, as first-round pick David Bailey and quarterback Geno Smith were among the participants getting work in.

David Bailey gets work in at Jets OTAs, Geno Smith continues offseason ramp up

New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn spoke with the media on Wednesday to provide an update on the team's progress in their offseason workouts, and benchmarks their goals through OTAs and the upcoming minicamp.

Aaron Glenn updates Jets' offseason progress as Training Camp nears

On Tuesday at Jets OTAs, Josh Myers, Harrison Phillips, and Minkah Fitzpatrick talked about a sense of urgency, the leadership of Aaron Glenn, and helping the rookies develop as the team heads towards the season.

Josh Myers, Harrison Phillips, Minkah Fitzpatrick reveal latest from Jets OTAs

Geno Smith, Cade Klubnik and the rest of the Jets got some offseason work in on Tuesday.

Geno Smith, Cade Klubnik, and Garrett Wilson | Jets OTA Highlights

Geno Smith and Demario Davis spoke about returning to the Jets and Garrett Wilson talked about returning from injury as the team gathered for OTAs and looks forward to a new season.

Geno Smith, Demario Davis and Garrett Wilson talk Jets returns

As the Jets begin their OTA program on Thursday in Florham Park, several key players were on the field for workouts, among them was newly acquired quarterback Geno Smith, who makes his return to the Jets after last taking the field for them in 2016.

Geno Smith back on the field in Florham Park as Jets OTAs fire up

Jets head coach Aaron Glenn met with the media as OTAs get going in Florham Park on Thursday and discussed what he and the coaching staff is seeing from Geno Smith in the offseason program.

Aaron Glenn on what he sees from Geno Smith as Jets begin OTAs

Jets running back Breece Hall spoke after signing a three-year contract extension. Hall discussed his belief in what head coach Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey are building as a paramount reason for him wanting to stay in New York.

Breece Hall confident after inking contract extension with Jets: 'I feel like this can be my best season'

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the Jets signing Breece Hall to a three-year, $45.75M contract extension, saying the organization view him as a foundational piece for this team.

Connor Hughes shares more on Jets RB Breece Hall's three-year $45.75M extension

Giants

New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh shares an update on Malik Nabers' injury status and reacts to the extension signed buy general manager Joe Schoen.

John Harbaugh shares Malik Nabers update and Joe Schoen extension reaction

Giants first-round draft pick Arvell Reese spoke with the media after minicamp on Tuesday to discuss his thoughts on head coach John Harbaugh saying he will play some snaps at inside linebacker for the Giants, as well as some tips he received from Giants legend Lawrence Taylor.

Arvell Reese on playing ILB for Giants, tips he got from Lawrence Taylor

Giants first-round draft pick Arvell Reese was on the field for drills at Giants minicamp on Tuesday, getting ramped up for his first pro season after three seasons at Ohio State.

Arvell Reese goes through drills at Giants minicamp

At the first day of Giants mandatory minicamp, head coach John Harbaugh provided an update on Abdul Carter's ankle injury he suffered during practice, and detailed what he liked from the group at practice on Monday.

John Harbaugh provides update on Abdul Carter, talks first day of Giants minicamp

At the first day of Giants mandatory minicamp, second-year running back Cam Skattebo hit the field for offseason training after his rookie season got cut short by injury.

Cam Skattebo hits the field for Giants minicamp

Odell Beckham Jr. made his return to the Giants practice field on Wednesday after signing a one-year deal, reuniting with the team that drafted him in 2014.

Odell Beckham Jr. highlights in return to Giants OTAs

After signing a one-year contract to return to the Giants, Odell Beckham Jr. spoke with the media to describe his emotions behind the return to New York, and what he hopes to accomplish in the 2026 season.

Odell Beckham Jr. on return to Giants: 'This is my squad'

New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh explains the decision to sign receiver Odell Beckham Jr. to the roster and shares what he can bring to this team.

John Harbaugh on Giants signing Odell Beckham Jr. 

Abdul Carter, Jameis Winston and head coach John Harbaugh spoke about how the Giants were affected by QB Jaxson Dart introducing President Trump at a recent rally, and how the teammates work together to respect each other’s views and feelings in order to move ahead and succeed as a team.

Abdul Carter, Jameis Winston and John Harbaugh on Jaxson Dart controversy

Knicks

After the Knicks pulled off the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history to beat the Spurs in Game 4, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley discussed the team’s reaction in the locker room, the game-winning shot by OG Anunoby, the massive contributions by Jose Alvarado, and what things will look like for the Knicks in Game 5 with a championship on the line.

Ian Begley on historic comeback for Knicks in Game 4 of NBA Finals against Spurs

After the Knicks stunned the MSG crowd with a historic comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals to take a 3-1 series lead over the Spurs, OG Anunoby and Jalen Brunson talked about OG’s game-winning putback, what was said at halftime when the team was behind, and what they face in San Antonio for Game 5.

OG Anunoby on game-winning putback, Jalen Brunson on Knicks comeback in Game 4

After the Knicks completed the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history to win Game 4 over the Spurs, Jose Alvarado, Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart talked about the winning putback by OG Anunoby, the incredible swing of emotions surrounding the victory, and the crazy reaction from the crowd at Madison Square Garden.

Jose Alvarado, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Josh Hart on Knicks’ historic win and MSG crowd

Knicks head coach Mike Brown told his team at halftime there was still a lot of time left. He implored them to try and reduce the monumental 29-point deficit to 15 or 17 heading into the fourth quarter. What he got was the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history. Brown effusively praised some of the Knicks' bench players who contributed after not playing for several weeks and broke down the game-winning tip in by OG Anunoby after he challenged him at the morning shoot around to impact the game.  

Mike Brown on Knicks pulling off greatest comeback in NBA Finals history and taking 3-1 series lead 

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley checks in on SportsNite to report on the Knicks’ preparations for Game 4 of the NBA Finals, and what the team needs to do to bounce back from the loss in Game 3 at MSG.

Ian Begley on what Knicks need to do in Game 4 of NBA Finals | SportsNite

Josh Hart talked defensive adjustments, OG Anunoby discussed his offensive contributions, and Karl-Anthony Towns addressed his lack of scoring in the 4th quarter during the NBA Finals as the Knicks prepare for Game 4 against the Spurs.

Josh Hart, OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns on what Knicks need to do to win Game 4

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Jon Macri, the dean of Knicks Film School, as they react to a chippy Game 3 between the Knicks and Spurs, in which New York fell in their first NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden since 1999. Ian and Jon give their thoughts on the officiating in the series, the play of Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, what the Knicks need to do to rebound in Game 4, and answer some pressing fan questions coming off the loss.

Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals Game 3 reaction with Jon Macri | The Putback with Ian Begley

A day after the Knicks lost Game 3 of the NBA Finals to the Spurs at MSG, Mike Brown, Jalen Brunson and Mikal Bridges talked about cutting down turnovers, more physicality, and other adjustments the team can make heading into Game 4.

Mike Brown, Jalen Brunson and Mikal Bridges talk adjustments and reset for Knicks

After the Knicks dropped Game 3 of NBA Finals against the Spurs, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley discussed the mood in the team’s locker room after the loss, the unforced turnovers by the team, Mike Brown’s complaints about the foul calls, and what the Knicks need to do better offensively in Game 4.

Ian Begley talks about what went wrong for Knicks in Game 3 of the NBA Finals

Explore Other Videos

More from SNY

Carlos Mendoza on Juan Soto's effort level and his slow start to 2025 for the Mets

Following the Mets' 7-3 win against the Padres on Sunday, manager Carlos Mendoza and Carson Benge both spoke with the media to discuss Benge's 5-for-5 day, which included a home run against a LHP. Also, Sean Manaea met with the media to discuss his four innings in long-relief in which he picked up his first win on the season.

Carlos Mendoza, Carson Benge on his 5-for-5 day at the plate as Mets take series from Padres

Powered by a 5-for-5 game at the plate from Carson Benge, the Mets leave San Diego with a series win as they defeat the Padres in Sunday's finale, 7-3.

Mets vs Padres (6/7/26) | Mets Highlights

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza was pleased with starter Nolan McLean's six-inning, 101-pitch outing, which included battling out of several jams. Mendoza also took time out to cut reliever Austin Warren some slack for surrendering the go-ahead HR in the seventh inning. Warren wasn't having any of it and expressed extreme disappointment in not getting his job done.

Carlos Mendoza, Austin Warren and Nolan McLean react to the Mets tough 3-2 loss in San Diego

Carlos Mendoza answered questions about Juan Soto's effort level and early season struggles prior to the Mets' game against the Boston Red Sox. 

Related Videos

Explore Other Videos