Name: Francisco Alvarez seeks improvement in his game despite hot offensive start to Mets season
Uploaded: 2024-04-01T05:18-05:00
Duration: 185 s
Description: SNY's Steve Gelbs speaks with Mets backstop Francisco Alvarez about catching for Edwin Diaz at Citi Field, his strong start offensively, and how the Mets can improve after getting swept in the first series of the season.

Mets

Mets prospects Francisco Alvarez and Jonah Tong continue their impressive performances with Alvarez walloping a 426-foot home run for Syracuse. Jonah Tong, fresh off his appearance in the MLB Futures Game, struck out seven in 5.1 innings for Double-A Binghamton.

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The Mets 8-4 loss to Cincinnati on Friday night was a game in which very little right for the home team. Starter Sean Manaea lamented his lack of "efficiency" and command with a strict pitch count which meant being pulled after four innings and 69 pitches. Reliever Alex Carrrillo had a night to forget, coughing up five earned runs including three long balls. Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor credited Reds starter Nick Lodolo with keeping the lineup off-balance, allowing just four hits over seven innings.

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Mets manager Carlos Mendoza likened Sean Manaea status to "a pitcher in spring training," and he has no intention of rushing the lefty as he works his way back. What he was hoping for was couple of innings from reliever Alex Carillo but what he got was Carillo allowing three home runs and five earned runs in an 8-4 loss. The Mets get much going offensively which the manager attributed to chasing pitches out of strike zone being "in between" at the plate.

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The second half of the season for the Mets began with a thud, as they got overpowered by the Reds 8-4. Sean Manaea made his first start of the season and struck out six over four innings but reliever Alex Carrillo proceeded to surrender five earned runs, including three homers. 

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Mitch Voit has been "excited" since last Sunday night when the Mets chose him with the 38th pick in the MLB Draft. He stopped by Citi Field to meet the media, take some batting practice and detail his development plan moving forward. Though he was drafted as a two-way player, his main focus will be on positional play. He added with a smile that if going back to pitching will get him to the big leagues, he'll always have that in "my back pocket."

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On Mets Off Day Live, Mets radio broadcaster Keith Raad, Newsday columnist David Lennon, and host Chelsea Sherrod discuss the status of both Ronny Mauricio and Brett Baty, and whether or not we’ve seen enough from either player to determine if they are long-term fits for the Mets organization.

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Take a look back at some of the greatest moments of David Wright’s Mets career, as members of the current team send their congratulations to the former captain as he sees his number retired to the rafters at Citi Field.

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Yankees

Former Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia met the media about his upcoming Hall of Fame induction, and spoke about what the moment will mean for him, helping future African-American pitchers in baseball, and some of his favorite memories playing for the Yankees.

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New York Yankees 2025 All-Stars Carlos Rodon and Jazz Chisholm walk the red carpet ahead of the of the game Tuesday night. 

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Yankees captain Aaron Judge says that special feeling you get playing in an All-Star Game "never gets old." For pitcher Carlos Rodon, his personal highlight was seeing his son's excitement on the field during Monday's Home Run Derby. Manager Aaron Boone was thrilled to have Hall-of-Famer and former Yankees skipper Joe Torre be a part of the game., even making a pitching change. Boone added it was great to see the camaraderie amongst the players and see their excitement at the end-of-game HR Derby that broke a 6-6 tie.

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Aaron Judge speaks about players getting to wear their team jersey during the All-Star Game and it not being "his job" to discuss the AL MVP race between him and Cal Raleigh.

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New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge discusses how he has improved his game this season, praises catcher Cal Raleigh, and shares advice for teammate Jazz Chisholm in the Home Run Derby.

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New York Yankees IF Jazz Chisholm Jr. explains how it felt to participate in the Home Run Derby and shares what Aaron Judge told him when he took his time out.

Jazz Chisholm Jr. enjoyed 'every second' of the Home Run Derby

Jazz Chisholm Jr. speaks about competing in the Home Run Derby, his connection with his Yankees teammates, and playing in New York.

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Max Fried and Aaron Boone speak about the Yankees' 4-1 loss to the Cubs, Fried's blister injury, and speaking to Tarik Skubal about being American League All-Star Game starter.

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Yankees starter Max Fried has been the ace of the staff since the start of the season, so when he allowed four runs and exited after the third inning of their 5-2 loss to the Cubs, there was definite cause for concern. A recurring blister was the culprit but Fried, manager Aaron Boone and captain Aaron Judge are hoping the All-Star break will allow Fried to return to full health.

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Jets

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to Sauce Gardner's contract extension that makes him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history.

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On SportsNite, SNY NFL Insider Conor Hughes reacts to Garrett Wilson's contract extension with the Jets and explains what it means for teammate Sauce Gardner. Plus, Eamon McAnaney and Sal Licata discuss if the extension is a good investment by New York.

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New York Jets Breece Hall and Jamien Sherwood detail how they plan to prove themselves to new head coach Aaron Glenn and the rest of the regime.

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New York Jets QB Justin Fields explains how it has been having Garrett Wilson as a wideout again and compliments the play of RB Breece Hall. Fields also details how he has been adjusting to a new offense under the leadership of OC Tanner Engstrand.

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Jets head coach Aaron Glenn speaks about his minicamp as head coach, what he learned from Lions coach Dan Campbell, and the team playing Aaron Rodgers in Week 1.

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Jamien Sherwood and Michael Carter speak about Jets minicamp, their expectations for the upcoming season, and playing under Aaron Glenn. 

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New York Jets CB Sauce Gardner details where he's at with a potential contract extension and why he didn't hold out from mini camp.

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At Jets minicamp, Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor work with Garrett Wilson and the Jets wide receivers as they get ready for the NFL season. 

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New York Jets safety Tony Adams had high praise for Aaron Glenn's coaching and Justin Field's athleticism Wednesday. 

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Giants

New York Giants linebackers coach Charlie Bullen talks about the team's linebacker rotation and Abdul Carter's talent during Wednesday's minicamp .

Giants LB coach Charlie Bullen talks Abdul Carter and the linebacker rotation

See all of the New York Giants in action at minicamp on Tuesday including quarterbacks Jaxson Dart and Russell Wilson and defensive studs Abdul Carter and Dexter Lawrence.

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New York Giants offensive tackle Jermaine Eluemunor spoke about the 2025 New York Giants, saying "I like this team a lot." Eluemunor said he thinks the leadership is greatly improved compared with last year, and is excited about new players like Abdul Carter.

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New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll discusses the organization's plan for Jaxson Dart's progression and shares an update on Malik Nabers' health.

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New York Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart details how he's been progressing during the team's summer workouts and says he trusts the coaching staff's plan for him. Plus, fellow QB Tommy DeVito details what its been like in the Giants' quarterback room so far.

Jaxson Dart wants to 'take it to the next level' this summer before training camp

At Giants minicamp, quarterbacks Russell Wilson, Jaxson Dart, Jameis Winston, and Tommy DeVito run drills with the New York wide receivers and first round draft pick Abdul Carter gets warmed up as he prepares for his first NFL season.

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New York Giants QB Jameis Winston explains how grateful he is to play another year in the NFL and for 'one of the greatest fanbases.'

Jameis Winston is excited to play for 'one of the best cities in the world'

New York Giants Kayvon Thibodeaux and Russell Wilson share what they are hoping to get out of minicamp this week and their goals for the upcoming NFL season.

Kayvon Thibodeaux and Russell Wilson on goals for Giants upcoming season

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll shares how rookie QB Jaxson Dart has been during the team's spring program so far. Daboll also touches on Evan Neal's progress and how he views the quarterback room.

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Knicks

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY’s NBA Insider discusses the staff under new Knicks head coach Mike Brown, and the possibility of adding a name like Terry Stotts into the mix.

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On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider catches up with Knicks point guard Deuce McBride to talk about his new children's book and asks him his thoughts on his new head coach Mike Brown.

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On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider alongside Knicks fan Lee Escobedo discuss the state of the Knicks, how the guys playing in summer league have been performing, and an interview with Deuce McBride.

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On The Putback with Ian Begley, Kings radio's Kevin Gleason explains why new head coach Mike Brown will love Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby and the rest of the Knicks' wings.

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On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider alongside Knicks fan Shaun Geddes and Kings radio analyst Kevin Gleason react to the hiring of Mike Brown and the moves made by New York so far in free agency.

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Mike Brown is introduced as the next head coach of the New York Knicks where he discusses his communication with the players so far and his expectations for the team next season.

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On SportsNite, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley, plus SNY contributors Sal Licata and John Jastremski react to the Knicks hiring Mike Brown as their new head coach.

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On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider breaks down the Knicks closing in on hiring former Kings coach Mike Brown as their new head coach and what it means for New York.

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