Name: Here’s what the Mets need to do to catch the Braves | The Mets Pod
Uploaded: 2024-08-27T06:25-05:00
Duration: 119 s
Description: On an all-new episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look at the race for the third NL Wild Card spot, and discuss what the Mets need to do in order to catch up to the Braves in the chase for a postseason spot.

Mets

On Mets Playoffs Live, Gary Apple, Jim Duquette and Anthony McCarron weigh in on the Mets decision to start Kodai Senga in Game 1 of the NLDS, despite missing most of 2024 with injuries.

Reaction to Mets starting Kodai Senga in Game 1 of NLDS

On Baseball Night in New York, Sal Licata, John Jastremski, Hannah Keyser and Dani Wexelman discuss whether Pete Alonso's dramatic home run on Thursday night will spark him moving forward.

Will Pete Alonso's clutch HR be the start of power tear for him and the Mets? | Baseball Night in NY

New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga, who missed all but one start in the regular season, reacts to being named the starter for Game 1 of the NLDS against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Kodai Senga reacts to being named Mets' NLDS Game 1 starter vs Phillies

Former Mets pitcher and current Phillies ace Zack Wheeler describes how it feels to face his old team in the NLDS and says he and a couple teammates watched New York beat Milwaukee on Thursday night in the Wild Card series.

Zack Wheeler on facing the Mets in Game 1 of the NLDS as the starter for the Phillies

On Mets Post Game Live presented by Nissan, Gary Cohen and Todd Zeile contextualize where Pete Alonso's clutch ninth inning home run ranks in the Mets history books.

Gary Cohen explains where Pete Alonso's Game 3 Wild Card home run ranks in Mets history

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo react to the Mets dramatic come-from-behind win in Game 3 of the NL Wild Card series against the Brewers, and discuss the fact that Pete Alonso finally had the “Mets moment” that everyone has been asking the Polar Bear to have.

Pete Alonso launches the Mets into the NLDS, and himself into history | The Mets Pod

Watch the Mets celebrate advancing in the MLB playoffs after beating the Brewers on a go-ahead home run by Pete Alonso in the ninth inning.

Go inside the Mets clubhouse as they celebrate winning Wild Card Series against Brewers

SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino speaks about the incredible celebration that took place after the Mets beat the Brewers to advance in the MLB playoffs that included an emotional Brandon Nimmo saying how his grandmother passed away shortly before the game and he didn't tell his teammates.

MLB Insider details emotional Mets clubhouse after Game 3 win against Brewers

Following the Mets' 4-2 win over the Brewers, Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy speaks about Pete Alonso's go-ahead home run in the ninth inning of Game 3 of the Wild Card round playoff series and his thoughts on the Brewers season as a whole.

Brewers manager Pat Murphy reacts to Pete Alonso's ninth-inning homer to give Mets the win

Yankees

Yankees DH Giancarlo Stanton was pretty blunt when asked about this year's postseason: "We understand the weight of what we need to do. The importance of this time and bringing a championship to the city...  the window won't be open forever." Captain Aaron Judge doesn't perceive the Yankees' task as pressure, calling it "the same games we've been playing all year." Both players talked abut the impact Juan Soto has had on the team's lineup with Judge adding, "he's the ultimate team player, the guy you want near the top of your lineup." Judge also touched on the Royals turnaround this season and knows the Yankees will have their hands full with a dynamic young opponent.

Yankees' sluggers Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton comment on Juan Soto impact, facing Royals, dealing with pressure

The Yankees have been waiting over a week for the ALDS series to begin but despite the extended layoff, Game 1 starter Gerrit Cole got to enjoy some family time and also felt it "heightened anticipation" for the beginning of the postseason. He broke down the challenge of facing the Royals' tough lineup but added, "it's an honor" to start off the series. 

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole talks getting ball for Game 1 of ALDS, facing Royals lineup, dealing with extended layoff

On Baseball Night in New York, Sal Licata, John Harper, Anthony McCarron  and former Mets GM Jim Duquette discuss the huge expectations for Aaron Judge and Gerrit Cole after several  previous postseason disappointments and whether they can lead the Yankees to their first championship since 2009.

Can Gerrit Cole and Aaron Judge lead the Yankees to their first World Series title since 2009? | Baseball Night in NY

New York Yankees stars Aaron Judge, Juan Soto, Giancarlo Stanton, and Gerrit Cole react to and celebrate winning the AL East after missing the playoffs last season.

Aaron Judge, Juan Soto, Giancarlo Stanton, and Gerrit Cole on Yankees winning the AL East

SNY's Michelle Margaux speaks with Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon about the Yankees clinching the AL East, the impressiveness of Aaron Judge, and what makes this team so special heading into the postseason.

Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon on Yankees clinching AL East: 'It never gets old'

On SportsNite,  SNY's Michelle Margaux and MLB contributor Bryan Hoch react to the Yankees second straight loss to the Orioles, preventing New York from clinching the AL East title.

Yankees come up short for second straight game in quest to clinch AL East

Marcus Stroman's second appearance in eight days did not go well. With the Yankees looking to wrap up the American League East crown, Stroman's "failure to execute," resulted in him allowing 10 hits and six earned runs in a 9-7 Yankees loss. Manager Aaron Boone felt the Orioles "found some holes" and that Stroman was getting closer to his form. Captain Aaron Judge whose three-run HR in the ninth got New York within two runs said, "time to turn the page and get ready for tomorrow."

Marcus Stroman, Aaron Boone on Stroman's rough night, Aaron Judge talks Yankees quickly turning the page

How important are the next two games in Oakland for the Yanks and can Gerrit Cole get back on track for the postseason? Will Carlos Rodon come up big for the Yankees tonight in Oakland?

Thoughts on the Yankees final trip to Oakland

SNY's Sal Licata, John Harper, Dani Wexelman, Britt Ghiroli debate if Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr.'s batting average and defensive excellence makes him more deserving of the AL MVP than the Yankees' Aaron Judge. 

Should Bobby Witt Jr. win MVP over Aaron Judge? | Baseball Night in New York

Jets

On SportsNite, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes joins Niki Lattarulo to discuss how the Giants offense will have a near-impossible task on Sunday afternoon in Seattle without star rookie receiver Malik Nabers and lead running back Devin Singletary, both sidelined by injuries. Connor also provides an update on the Davante Adams-to-the-Jets rumors that continue to circulate but he says that by no means is this a slam dunk with other NFL teams expressing interest as well.

NFL Insider Connor Hughes on injuries leaving shorthanded Giants offense in a bind | SportsNite

Jets' Quinnen Williams and Sauce Gardner talk about their time in London, and defensive approach against Sam Darnold, the Vikings offensive line and receiving weapons.

Jets' Quinnen Williams and Sauce Gardner on approach against Vikings offense

 SNY Jets Reporter Jeane Coakley, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes, and former Jets wide receiver Braylon Edwards talk about the Jets future matchup against the 4-0 Vikings and their former quarterback Sam Darnold.

Previewing Jets matchup with Sam Darnold and the undefeated Vikings | Jets Final Drive | SNY

Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson and running back Breece Hall discuss preparation for their big matchup against the undefeated Vikings in London, while Wilson also touches on the Davante Adams trade rumors.

Jets WR Garrett Wilson and RB Breece Hall prepare for Vikings matchup in London

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers explains how a change of scenery could be good for his former WR Davante Adams and details how the offense plans to be better this week in London against the Vikings.

Aaron Rodgers responds to Davante Adams rumors and Jets' offense in London

SNY's Bart Scott and Chelsea Sherrod speak about why Aaron Rodgers and the Jets offense is struggling at the beginning of games.

Bart Scott breaks down Jets' slow offensive starts | Jets Game Plan

Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett speaks about how the Jets can fix the amount of pre-snap penalties from last week, Malachi Corley being worked into the offensive game plan, and what to expect from the team's upcoming matchup against the Vikings in London.

Nathaniel Hackett on Jets' pre-snap penalties and how they can get it corrected

On the latest episode of SNY’s digital series Jets Class, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reviews what went wrong for the Jets against the Broncos, and reveals what must go right for the Jets to bounce back in Week 5 against the Minnesota Vikings in London.  Connor also welcomes a special guest to the classroom, Andy Vasquez from NJ Advance Media, for a training session on London history and pop culture, and wraps the show with a look at the road traveled by quarterback Sam Darnold, and why that road had to go out of New York.

London Calling: Jets take on old friend Sam Darnold and the Vikings | Jets Class

Jets wide receiver Allen Lazard spoke about building chemistry with Aaron Rodgers over time. He also addressed the rumors about former teammate Davante Adams requesting a trade from the Raiders, and if New York is concerned by the 2-2 start to the year.

Allen Lazard on building chemistry with Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams trade rumors

Giants

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes speaks about Malik Nabers health after he suffered a concussion in the fourth quarter of the Giants' loss to the Cowboys.

Can Giants offense find success if Malik Nabers needs to miss time with concussion?

Following the Giants' 20-15 loss to the Cowboys, Dexter Lawrence and Andrew Thomas speak about not being satisfied going toe-to-toe with Cowboys after suffering their seventh straight loss to Dallas, challenges of facing Dak Prescott, and moving onto next week.

Dexter Lawrence and Andrew Thomas are 'pissed' after Giants' seventh straight loss to Cowboys

Giants quarterback Daniel Jones speaks about Malik Nabers performance, the team's seventh straight loss to the Cowboys, and why the offense was unable to find the end zone.

Daniel Jones on Giants' struggles finishing drives in loss to Cowboys

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll praises Daniel Jones for his performance in the team's loss to the Cowboys, says he will see WR Malik Nabers after he meets with doctors, and thinks there was improvement with this team compared to past games against Dallas.

Brian Daboll on Malik Nabers, Daniel Jones and Giants' loss to Cowboys

On SportsNite, Eamon McAnaney is joined by SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes as they look ahead to Thursday night's NFC East battle between the Giants and Cowboys. Dallas has won the last six meetings led by QB Dak Prescott. Can Big Blue pressure Prescott and take advantage of a porous Dallas defense as well? Connor also touches on Jets rookie OT Olu Fashanu, who makes his first NFL start on Sunday against Denver in place of the injured Morgan Moses. 

NFL Insider Connor Hughes talks Giants looking to solve Cowboys jinx on Thursday night | SportsNite

Daniel Jones and Devin Singletary preview the Giants offensive game plan against their division rival Cowboys, Malik Nabers target share, and their lack of success against Cowboys in recent seasons.

Daniel Jones and Devin Singletary preview offensive game plan for Giants-Cowboys matchup

Giants rookie Malik Nabers previewed the team's Week 4 showdown with the Dallas Cowboys.  Nabers is looking forward to facing Dallas cornerback Trevon Diggs, and says he can continue to improve on what he has already done through three weeks in the NFL.

Malik Nabers previews Thursday night clash as the Giants host the Cowboys

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes called the Giants' win over the Browns on Sunday an  "absolutely season-saving victory." He praised the play of QB Daniel Jones and the Giants defense but the biggest star of the game was rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers, who Connor called "remarkable" after his eight reception, two touchdown performance.

NFL Insider calls Giants win over Browns a 'season-saving victory'

Knicks

New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau reacts to the team trading Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo for Karl-Anthony Towns.

Tom Thibodeau reacts to Karl-Anthony Towns trade, says goodbye to Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo

New York Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns describes how he feels about being traded for the first time in his nine year career, reuniting with former coach Tom Thibodeau, and how it feels to call Madison Square Garden his new home.

Karl-Anthony Towns reacts to Knicks' trade, reuniting with Tom Thibodeau

Take a first look at Karl-Anthony Towns' first full day at Knicks practice after being traded from the Timberwolves.

First look at Karl-Anthony Towns at Knicks practice

Mikal Bridges speaks after the Knicks' first day of training camp about how he loves the "intensity" of Tom Thibodeau, Jalen Brunson's leadership, and how he could've handled his time with the Brooklyn Nets better.

Mikal Bridges says he could've handled situation in Brooklyn better before coming to Knicks

Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau shares his thoughts on how the team's first practice went, the chemistry on the roster, and mixing around different lineups while Karl-Anthony Towns is still not officially with the team.

Tom Thibodeau gives assessment of Knicks' conditioning after summer away: 'You know I'm never happy'

Knicks guard Jalen Brunson speaks following the team's first practice about Karl-Anthony Towns joining the team, organizing team building activities during training camp, and how Tom Thibodeau has changed as a coach.

Jalen Brunson on what Karl-Anthony Towns can bring to Knicks

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley speaks about what roster moves the Knicks need to do to make the Karl-Anthony Towns trade official and says Donte DiVincenzo did not want to leave New York despite the reduced role he may have had with the team.

Ian Begley details Knicks' decision to part ways with Donte DiVincenzo in Karl-Anthony Towns trade

On New York Knicks media day, Mikal Bridges talked about joining the Knicks, the reported addition of Karl-Anthony Towns, the “Nova” guys, and goals for the team in the 2024-2025 season.

Mikal Bridges on joining Knicks, KAT, former Nova players, new season hopes | Knicks Media Day

On New York Knicks media day, Jalen Brunson took questions about the team dealing for Karl-Anthony Towns, the departures of Donte DiVincenzo and Julius Randle, the Knicks taking the next steps towards a championship, and improving and ‘fine-tuning” his own game.

Jalen Brunson fields questions on Karl-Anthony Towns, Julius Randle, next steps for new season | Knicks Media Day

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