Name: Gary Cohen on the stunning Mets departure of Pete Alonso | Mets Hot Stove
Uploaded: 2025-12-10T07:17-05:00
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Description: On Mets Hot Stove, Mets legendary play-by-play man Gary Cohen joins Gary Apple and Keith Raad to discuss Pete Alonso's tenure in New York ending as well as his thoughts on Edwin Diaz and how Kyle Tucker should now be the Mets main target this offseason.

Mets

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo react to the news that Pete Alonso is leaving the New York Mets, and discuss the many moves now needed for the front office to make the team a contender in 2026.

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On Baseball Night in NY, The Athletics' Will Sammon shares his reporting on Pete Alonso signing with the Orioles and what possibly lays ahead, Dani Wexelman, Anthony McCarron and John Harper share their thoughts on the news.

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On Mets Hot Stove, Mets legendary play-by-play man Gary Cohen joins Gary Apple and Keith Raad to discuss Pete Alonso's tenure in New York ending as well as his thoughts on Edwin Diaz and how Kyle Tucker should now be the Mets main target this offseason.

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SNY's Steve Gelbs, Andy Martino, Todd Zeile, and Jim Duquette react to the news that Pete Alonso is leaving the Mets to sign a 5-year deal with the Baltimore Orioles, just one day after star closer Edwin Diaz departed Queens to go to the Dodgers.

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SNY's Steve Gelbs and Todd Zeile discuss what's happened so far at the Winter Meetings, including their faith that Pete Alonso will be back with the Mets for the 2026 season.

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On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo react to the loss of star closer Edwin Diaz to the Dodgers, and look for urgency from the Mets to make the team better coming off a 2025 season that fell way short of expectations.

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On Mets Hot Stove, president of baseball operations David Stearns joins Steve Gelbs, Jim Duquette and Todd Zeile as he tries to explain the circumstances that led to Edwin Diaz leaving the Mets for the Dodgers. 

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On Baseball Night in NY, Sal Licata, Emmanuel Berbari, Anthony McCarron, John Jastremski and SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino live from the Winter Meetings discuss what Kyle Schwarber's return to the Phillies means for Pete Alonso. It certainly doesn't help the Mets position and the distinct possibility looms that he could actually end up in Baltimore or Boston.

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On Mets Hot Stove, recently signed free-agent reliever Devin Williams expresses his surprise at the news that former Mets closer Edwin Diaz is headed to the Dodgers.

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Yankees

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone shares if he'd like to have Cody Bellinger back on the roster next season.

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SNY's Michelle Margaux catches up with Yankees up OF prospect Spencer Jones at the Italian American Baseball Foundation Gala at Marina Del Ray in the Bronx where he shares his thoughts on his Italian heritage, his best season as a pro in 2025 and a look ahead to spring training.

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On Baseball Night in NY, Emmanuel Berbari says from the intel he's been able to gather, Cody Bellinger will likely end up back with the Yankees.

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On SportsNite, the panel discusses free agent pitcher Ryan Helsley, and whether or not the Mets or Yankees should pursue him, despite his struggles with the Mets last season.

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Yankees general manager Brian Cashman spoke with the media at a charity event on Thursday about several topics including meeting with agent Scott Boras about re-signing Cody Bellinger, with Trent Grisham already back in the fold. He said there are "a lot of holes to fill" in the bullpen and Cashman also hopes to balance out a predominantly left-handed rotation.

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On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo answer a Mailbag question about the idea of the Mets signing Trent Grisham to play center field, and then point out the perils of that possible signing.

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Aaron Judge speaks about winning his third MVP award, Cal Raleigh's historic season, and being one of the all-time Yankees greats.

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New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman shares if prospect George Lombard Jr. is an option to join the big league team in 2026.

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Cody Bellinger's agent Scott Boras explains how he believes the Yankees are approaching his client's free agency.

Scott Boras on Cody Bellinger and future with Yankees

Jets

Brady Cook speaks about the possibility of him starting against the Jaguars on Sunday, what he learned from his last time on the field, and if he anticipates nerves going into the game.

Brady Cook on if he anticipates nerves if he gets the start against Jaguars

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and the Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt break down the Jets' Week 14 loss to the Dolphins, Tyrod Taylor's injury, and where the Jets' 2026 draft picks may end up.

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Aaron Glenn discusses injury updates on Tyrod Taylor and Justin Fields, what he thought about Brady Cook's performance against the Dolphins, and the team's struggles on defense. 

Aaron Glenn provides update on Jets' QB's as Tyrod Taylor and Justin Fields try and recover from injuries

On the heels of Tyrod Taylor's injury in Week 14, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes brings to question the Jets' quarterback decision that looms this offseason.

Connor Hughes breaks down Jets' pivotal quarterback decision looming this offseason

SNY's Jeane Coakley caught up with Josh Myers and Isaiah Williams following the Jets' Week 14 loss to the Dolphins.

Josh Myers and Isaiah Williams speak with Jeane Coakley after Jets' loss vs. Dolphins

Jets defensive stalwarts Jamien Sherwood, Quincy Williams, and Jermaine Johnson all addressed the media to discuss allowing 34 points to the Dolphins in their Week 14 loss at Metlife Stadium.

Sherwood, Williams, Johnson sound off on Jets' rough defensive performance vs. Dolphins

Following the Jets' 34-10 loss to the Dolphins, Brady Cook, Breece Hall, AD Mitchell, and John Metchie and react to Tyrod Taylor's injury, Cook getting to play in his first NFL game, and needing to play better.

Brady Cook on getting to play in his first NFL game despite Jets' loss

 Jets head coach Aaron Glenn addressed the media after New York's disappointing 34-10 loss at home to the Dolphins, and remained focused on what the team needs to do in order to finish out the remainder of the season.

Aaron Glenn's response after Jets' loss to Dolphins: 'Get better. That's it.'

SNY's Bart Scott, Willie Colon, Connor Rogers, and Chelsea Sherrod discuss the Jets' 34-10 loss to the Dolphins, Brady Cook's performance at QB after Tyrod Taylor go hurt, and the team's first quarter defense.

Bart Scott, Willie Colon, and Connor Rogers react to Jets' 34-10 loss to Dolphins

Giants

Jaxson Dart speaks about the Giants' upcoming matchup against the Commanders, Cam Skattebo coming to the team's facility, and what he hopes to accomplish in the final four games of the season.

Jaxson Dart on what he wants to accomplish in Giants' final four games of the season

Mike Kafka speaks about firing assistant DL coach Bryan Cox, his goals for the rest of the season, and the Giants' upcoming matchup against the Commanders.

Mike Kafka on firing Giants' assistant DL coach Bryan Cox: 'That's what we thought was best for the team'

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes discusses Joe Schoen's comments to the media after the Giants fell to 2-11, his confidence in finding a head coach replacement next season, and if Schoen will be brought back as Giants' general manager.

Will Joe Schoen be brought back as Giants' GM?

New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen reacts to where his team is at heading into the bye week. Schoen shares why he believes he's the man to lead this organization and how confident he is on his ability to find a new head coach for Jaxson Dart.

Joe Schoen on the state of the Giants heading into the bye week

For the second time in three weeks, Giants top pick Abdul Carter was benched for most of the first quarter for disciplinary reason. Carter wouldn't divulge specifics but did say, "I let my team down." Veteran edge rusher Brian Burns understands that people make mistakes but that Carter has to be a pro and take accountability for his actions.

Abdul Carter and Brian Burns discuss Carter's second benching prior to loss vs Pats 

It was a rough welcome back for Giants QB Jaxson Dart, taking a number of hard hits and coming up on the short end of a 33-15 loss to the Patriots. The rookie remained defiant saying "It's not soccer out here, it's football. You're gonna get hit." As for the loss, Dart pulled no punches in offering they got beat in all three phases of the game which is "not ideal."

Jaxson Dart comments on return to lineup in Giants lopsided loss: 'Not good enough'

Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka admitted their 33-15 loss in New England on Monday night was "not our best effort." He called Jaxson Dart "a tough kid" after the rookie QB absorbed a big hit along the sideline from Patriots' linebacker Christian Elliss. Kafka also responded to several questions about benching first-round pick Abdul Carter for team disciplinary reasons once again in the first quarter. 

Mike Kafka on Giants decisive loss to the Patriots on Monday night

Before addressing his return to the starting lineup, Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart took time out to thank former head coach Brian Daboll saying, "Who knows if I'd be in this position without him here." He acknowledged how difficult it was to be in concussion protocol and watch from the sideline but is thrilled to be back for a primetime game that you always "circle on your calendar." 

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Calling it an "adjustment for sure," Charlie Bullen talked about his first week as the Giants' new defensive coordinator. Bullen has already implemented some wrinkles including a defensive backs tackling drill and focusing more on proper gap alignment in hopes of improving the team's run defense.  As for making his debut on Monday Night Football, he called it "just another game."

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Knicks

New York Knicks Josh Hart and Jalen Brunson preview the team's quarterfinal matchup with the Toronto Raptors in the NBA Cup. Plus, Jalen and Josh react to Brunson getting votes for New York City mayor.

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Mike Brown discusses Karl-Anthony Towns and Miles McBride's injuries, competing in the NBA Cup, and the Knicks' win over the Magic. 

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SNY’s Eamon McAnaney and John Jastremski discuss OG Anunoby’s immediate impact upon rejoining the Knicks and the team’s impressive home record this season.

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OG Anunoby and Miles McBride spoke following the Knicks 146-112 win over the Jazz. OG returned from a hamstring injury that had him sidelined since mid November and spoke about how great it felt to play in front of the fans again. McBride was happy with the way the team played and with his own defensive effort.  

OG Anunoby and Miles McBride on Knicks' 146-112 win vs. Utah Jazz

New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown spoke about the imminent return of OG Anunoby, who has been out since November 14th with a hamstring injury. Brown said there is a chance if he warms up well.  

Knicks coach Mike Brown gives OG Anunoby update ahead of game vs. Jazz

On The Putback presented by Fanatics Sportsbook, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley answers the hypothetical question of if the Knicks would have already traded for Giannis Antetokounmpo if they never traded for Mikal Bridges.

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New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown shares that Ariel Hukporti won the team's defensive player of the game and explains why he called time out after a LaMelo Ball wide-open layup.

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On The Putback with Ian Begley presented by ⁨Fanatics Sportsbook, SNY's NBA Insider shares the latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Knicks.

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On The Putback with Ian Begley presented by ⁨Fanatics Sportsbook, SNY's NBA Insider alongside Newsday's Steve Popper discuss where things stand between Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Knicks, how Josh Hart has performed in the starting lineup, and how New York feels about its current roster.

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