Name: How will Jeff McNeil's return impact Luisangel Acuña's playing time? | The Mets Pod
Uploaded: 2025-04-29T04:28-05:00
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Description: On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo discuss the return of Jeff McNeil and how it will impact Luisangel Acuña.

Mets

On Baseball Night in NY, Keith Raad accesses Francisco Lindor's spring debut, including  what he liked and didn't like. Raad also answers if he expects Lindor to start on Opening Day.

Will Francisco Lindor be ready for Opening Day? | Baseball Night in NY

Nolan McLean meets with SNY's Michelle Margaux ahead of his huge start tomorrow for Team USA in the WBC Final to talk about his emotions heading into the game and his experience with the team.

Nolan McLean previews WBC Championship start for Team USA

After making his first appearance in a spring training game since having surgery on his hand, Francisco Lindor met with the media to discuss the major step in his recovery, and towards his goal of being in the Mets' lineup on Opening Day.

Francisco Lindor on first spring training game post hand surgery, Opening Day status for Mets

Francisco Lindor made his spring training debut for the Mets on Sunday and collected his first hit in his 2026 campaign, while Marcus Semien homered as part of his three RBI day. Mike Tauchman and Luis Robert Jr. each added two hits to round out New York's offensive barrage in the shortened 8-1 Grapefruit League victory over Toronto.

Mets vs Blue Jays (3/15/26) | Mets Highlights

Mitch Voit on his time at spring training with the Mets, being called up and how he is learning from his teammates.

Mitch Voit on his first hit for the Mets

Freddy Peralta talks about his goals for his next spring training start, his velocity and how he feels being a New York Met.

Mets' ace Freddy Peralta after his start against the Astros

On The Mets Pod, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo check in on the competition for outfield spots on the Mets opening day roster, and make the case that Carson Benge has done enough already to earn the right field assignment going into the season.

Mets getting ready to have Carson Benge in right field on Opening Day? | The Mets Pod

Kodai Senga details his perfect three-inning start for the Mets. Reaching 99 mph on his fastball, Senga has every reason to feel confident as he works towards his goal of pitching up to five innings before the season starts.

Kodai Senga on his strong start for the Mets against the Marlins

Clay Holmes had a strong outing. Allowing only one run on two hits while striking out six. He also reflected on his time with team USA.

Clay Holmes on first game back with the Mets after WBC: "I'm right where I need to be"

Yankees

Mets top offensive prospect Carson Benge spoke about his performance in the team's 10-4 win over the Yankees. Benge also praised several veterans on the Mets who have helped mentor him.

Carson Benge on Mets' win against the Yankees: "I stuck to my plan and did my job' 

Mets prospect A.J. Ewing singled in the 2nd inning, driving in two runs as the team topped the Yankees 10-4. Starter Freddy Peralta went three innings, striking out four and allowed two runs in the victory.

Mets vs Yankees (3/8/26) | Mets Highlights

Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge spoke about wanting to win the gold medal for team USA in the World Baseball Classic. He also called the games a "playoff atmosphere in March." 

Aaron Judge on desire to win gold medal in WBC: 'That's the ultimate goal, that's what we're all here for'

Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge spoke his excitement playing in the WBC, the impressive lineup, and growing the game internationally.  

Aaron Judge on playing in the WBC: 'How could you not want to be a part of that?'

On SNY’s Baseball Night in New York, Emmanuel Berbari reacts to Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s claim that he will be the next player in MLB history to reach the 50-homer and 50 stolen base mark.

Can Jazz Chisholm Jr. be baseball's next 50-50 club member? | Baseball Night in NY

Yankees infielder Ryan McMahon caught up with SNY's Niki Lattarulo on Tuesday at Yankees spring training down in Tampa, where they discussed his experience in his first spring training with the team, and how he has been adjusting to playing in New York.

Ryan McMahon talks Yankees spring training with SNY's Niki Lattarulo

The wheels are turning on Tuesday at Yankees spring training down in Tampa with Gerrit Cole, Max Fried, and Cam Schlittler all throwing bullpen sessions as they ramp up for action in 2026.

Gerrit Cole, Max Fried, and Cam Schlittler throw bullpen sessions down in Tampa | Yankees Spring Training

Yankees superstar Aaron Judge welcomes Cody Bellinger to camp as he and the rest of the squad work on every aspect of the game. Both Judge and Bellinger show off their prodigious power during live BP that the Yankees hope will be a sign of things to come.

Cody Bellinger arrives at Yankees camp with Aaron Judge and company already getting after it  | Yankees Spring Training

Yankees captain Aaron Judge has no qualms about returning virtually the same team as last season when they were eliminated by Toronto in the postseason. He feels the veteran players that returned and the renewed presence of Gerrit Cole can help them change the end result. Judge also touched on the "excitement" of playing in WBC and representing the USA. He hasn't quite figured out how he will deal with automated balls and strikes system but will form a game plan once he starts seeing live pitching again. 

Aaron Judge talks Yankees running back same team as last year, prepping for WBC and using ABS system 

Jets

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the organization trading Justin Fields to the Chiefs.

Connor Hughes on Jets trading Justin Fields to the Chiefs | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes alongside The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt react to Justin Field getting traded to the Chiefs, discuss Darren Mougey's job as GM so far, and answer fan questions as the draft nears closer.

Justin Fields trade reaction and Darren Mougey evaluation | Jets Final Drive

On SNY’s Jets Nation, Connor Rogers states his case for why the Jets should go with Ohio State off-ball linebacker and stand-up edge Arvell Reese with the No. 2 pick in the NFL Draft.

Here's why Jets should draft Arvell Reese out of Ohio State | Jets Nation

On SNY’s Jets Nation, Bart Scott discusses the Jets reuniting with QB Geno Smith from all angles, including how Smith was the best of some limited options under center, and what Geno needs to do to have a successful second stint in New York.

Bart Scott reacts to Jets reunion with QB Geno Smith | Jets Nation

New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith details how excited he is to return to the organization and play for Jets fans again. Smith also praises Aaron Glenn and comments on his relationship with Demario Davis.

Geno Smith honored to be quarterback of the Jets again

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt break down the state of the Jets with all the moves they have made in free agency so far. The two also discuss what's changed with Carson Wentz and the latest on Brian Thomas Jr.

Jets Free Agency Reaction from Connor Hughes and Zack Rosenblatt | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes shares where the organization stands on drafting a quarterback after trading for Geno Smith.

Could Jets still draft Ty Simpson? | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt react to New York trading for Geno Smith, reuniting the QB with the team that drafted him. The guys share how this came to be, how it impacts the offense, and evaluate the rest of the moves made by Darren Mougey in free agency thus far.

Geno Smith trade and other free agency reaction | Jets Final Drive

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the move by the Jets to make a trade with the Raiders to acquire quarterback Geno Smith, bringing the signal caller back to the organization that drafted him and where he began his NFL journey.

Jets bring Geno Smith back under center, Connor Hughes reacts to new QB

Giants

New York Giants TE Isaiah Likely says he's spoken to his new QB Jaxson Dart and loves the charisma he brings to the field. Plus, Likely shares how John Harbaugh had an influence on his decision to come to New York.

New Giants TE Isaiah Likely praises Jaxson Dart and John Harbaugh

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the New York Giants agreeing to terms with free agent tight end Isaiah Likely, reuniting him with his former Ravens head coach John Harbaugh.

The Giants are signing TE Isaiah Likely, Connor Hughes reacts

New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh spoke at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine and talked about adjusting to Big Blue, and also all the work that’s being done to create integration throughout the entire organization.

John Harbaugh on energy of new Giants job, NFL Combine, what comes next

New York Giants GM Joe Schoen met the media at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine and discussed building around quarterback Jaxson Dart, plus the rehab status of both Malik Nabers and Cam Skattebo.

Giants GM Joe Schoen on Jaxson Dart, Cam Skattebo and more at NFL Combine

SNY NBA Insider Connor Hughes breaks down the hire of Matt Nagy as Giants offensive coordinator under new head coach John Harbaugh, including Nagy’s long track record in the NFL and his previous work with star quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

Giants get experience with hire of Matt Nagy as offensive coordinator

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes breaks down the hiring of Dennard Wilson as the new defensive coordinator for the Giants under new coach John Harbaugh, and reveals what Big Blue is getting with Wilson leading the defense moving forward.

Giants hire new defensive coordinator, who is Dennard Wilson?

SNY's Niki Lattarulo speaks with Giants head coach John Harbaugh about how he plans on developing QB Jaxson Dart and why he's looking forward to coaching in New York.

John Harbaugh on how he plans on helping Giants' QB Jaxson Dart

New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh shares what he thinks of QB Jaxson Dart and how that influenced his decision to join the organization.

John Harbaugh shares what's impressed him from Giants QB Jaxson Dart

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes confirms that the New York Giants have officially signed John Harbaugh to a five-year deal to be their new head coach and observes that the "magnitude of this move cannot be understated."

Connor Hughes on John Harbaugh 'signed, sealed and delivered' as Giants head coach

Knicks

Following the Knicks' 110-107 win over the Warriors on Sunday night, Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Jordan Clarkson all spoke with the media to recap the close victory against a beaten-up Warriors team.

Jalen Brunson, KAT, and Jordan Clarkson recap Knicks' dicey 110-107 win over Warriors at MSG

Knicks head coach Mike Brown spoke with the media after their 110-107 win over a hampered Warriors squad at MSG on Sunday night, addressing New York's slow start in the 1st quarter, and giving his thoughts on changing lineup rotations.

Mike Brown on Knicks' comeback win vs. banged-up Warriors

On SNY's SportsNite, Chelsea Sherrod and Ty Butler discuss the Knicks being in a tight chase for the second seed in the Eastern Conference playoff race, and how important that may be for the team's championship hopes.

How crucial is it for the Knicks to secure No. 2 seed in the East? | SportsNite

On The Putback with Ian Begley, Coach James Young shares how the Knicks can put Mikal Bridges in better positions to get going.

How can the Knicks get Mikal Bridges going? | The Putback

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Coach James Young and  ⁨New York Post's Jared Schwartz to break down the Knicks back-to-back losses in California, the struggles of Mikal Bridges, and expectations on Deuce McBride's return.

Mikal Bridges, Knicks starters and Deuce McBride update | The Putback

Knicks head coach Mike Brown said his team played lazy defense and did not box out in 110-97 loss to the Lakers. Brown said his team wasn't locked in on the road, and that Los Angeles deserved the win.

Mike Brown says Knicks 'didn't take care of the basketball' in 110-97 loss to Lakers

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley reacts to the Knicks Sunday afternoon loss to the Lakers and previews their matchup Monday night against the Clippers.

Ian Begley reacts to Knicks loss to Lakers

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider shares the latest on Deuce McBrice's recovery and when he is expected to be back on the court for the Knicks.

Ian Begley shares Deuce McBride injury update | The Putback

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Knick Film School's Jonathan Macri and New York Daily News' Kristian Winfield to break down the state of the Knicks after their tough loss to the Thunder.

Karl-Anthony Towns, officiating vs Knicks and Jayson Tatum nearing return | The Putback

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Ronny Mauricio opened the scoring with a double in the first. Carson Benge had an RBI single in the fifth along with an great defensive play in the bottom half of the frame. Brett Baty and AJ Ewing each contributed with  a double.

Mets vs Nationals (3/13/26) | Mets Highlights

Kodai Senga, Devin Williams and Clay Holmes combined to allow one earned run on four hits while striking out 13. The offense never showed, however, as the Mets fell to the Marlins 1-0

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After an uneven outing during a spring training start on Thursday, Mets starting pitcher Sean Manaea discussed his lower velocity, and held back concern as he cited time remaining until the regular season which will allow him to build up.

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