Name: Making the case for Luis Robert Jr. and the Mets | The Mets Pod
Uploaded: 2025-07-25T02:07-05:00
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Description: On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo talk trade deadline possibilities for the Mets, and Joe makes the case for the Amazins to make a deal for Luis Robert Jr. to man center field in Queens.

Mets

After a strong outing in Grapefruit League action on Monday, new Mets pitcher Tobias Myers discussed getting ready for the season while working to incorporate a slider and an improved splitter into his arsenal.

Mets pitcher Tobias Myers explains additions to his pitch mix in spring training 

Mets starting pitcher Clay Holmes spoke after his first spring outing about how it felt, plus getting ready for his second year as a starter in the rotation.

Mets starter Clay Holmes excited about game action, second year starting 

Known for his reliable power, Ryan Clifford talks about getting more out of his at-bats by showing greater discipline at the plate.

Ryan Clifford on trying to improve his offense

Despite going 0-for-3, Carson Benge focuses on how to improve and how to stay loose and comfortable at the plate.

Carson Benge on staying loose and getting help from his teammates

Having played first base earlier in his career, Mark Vientos discusses his footwork around the bag and handling throws as he prepares for the 2026 season. He also talks about his hitting approach heading into the upcoming season.

Mark Vientos on being ready to play first base for the Mets

Pitchers Brandon Waddell and Huascar Brazoban each had strong outings for the Mets in their Grapefruit League opening loss to Miami. Both teams combined for just four hits and the lone bright spot offensively for New York was top prospect A.J. Ewing's sacrifice fly in the eighth inning.

Mets vs Marlins (2/21/26) | Mets Highlights

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza feels there will be a bit of a learning curve for Mets new third baseman Bo Bichette, especially learning how anticipate bunt plays and taking proper angles to balls off the bat.

Carlos Mendoza with his takeaways on Bo Bichette's Mets debut at third base 

Mets third baseman Bo Bichette immediately saw some adjustments he will need to make after his spring debut at the hot corner. He talked specifically about observing a hitter's "contact point" and plans to take plenty of reps before the season opener.

Bo Bichette comments on his spring debut at third base for Mets

Mets pitcher Nolan McLean "felt good" after his live BP session on Friday though he admitted it took a bit of time to get used to one of the warmest days the team has had since camp started. He also  explained the rock-paper-scissors duel he engaged in with star outfielder Juan Soto.  

Nolan McLean on live BP outing, rock-paper-scissors competition with Juan Soto

Yankees

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 

On Sunday at Yankees spring training in Tampa, Aaron Judge put in work in the outfield and at the plate, Luis Gil threw a bullpen under the watchful eyes of manager Aaron Boone, and Max Fried threw live batting practice.

Aaron Judge in action, Luis Gil in the bullpen, Max Fried live BP | Yankees Spring Training

The Yankees welcomed Paul Goldschmidt back to the club and he jumped right into the fray, hitting a long drive during live BP. Yankees captain Aaron Judge as usual was the fan favorite and Carlos Rodon continues his comeback from elbow surgery. 

Aaron Judge, Paul Goldschmidt and Carlos Rodon in action at Yankees camp | Yankees Spring Training

SNY's Niki Lattarulo caught up with Yankees catcher Austin Wells, who feels he's ready to take the next step in being a top catcher. Wells is excited to have ace Gerrit Cole back, especially after catching his bullpen sessions. He also talked about adjusting to the new automated balls and strikes system and being a father for the first time.

Austin Wells talks return of Yankees ace Gerrit Cole, learning new ABS system and being proud new father

Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole met the media at spring training on Friday and revealed where he stands with his rehab and his mechanics, his thoughts on the Yankees rotation, and when he expects to return to the team.

Yankees starter Gerrit Cole opens up about rehab and return in 2026

Jets

On Jets Final Drive, SNY's NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt react to Sam Darnold leading the Seattle Seahawks to a Super Bowl victory over Drake Maye and the Patriots. The two then share their takes on Frank Reich as the Jets new offensive coordinator, the hiring of Rex Ryan's son Seth, and Adam Gase landing a role with the Chargers.

Frank Reich, Sam Darnold, and Super Bowl reactions | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes shares why he likes Aaron Glenn's hiring of Frank Reich as offensive coordinator.

Connor Hughes shares why he likes Jets hiring Frank Reich | Jets Final Drive

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the news that the Jets have officially named Frank Reich as their new offensive coordinator, and explains what this means for the team moving forward

Jets officially hire Frank Reich as OC, what now for the offense and QB?

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt discuss the view from Jets fans of former quarterback Sam Darnold playing in the Super Bowl.

Are Jets fans rooting for Sam Darnold in the Super Bowl? | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt share their reactions to the organization hiring Brian Duker as the next defensive coordinator, share where things stand with the offensive coordinator search, and react to the rest of the hirings around the NFL. The two also go over a couple of quarterbacks that the Jets could take in the second round of the draft and give three ways they'd fix the team in 2026.

Jets offensive coordinator updates and potential QB options in the draft | Jets Final Drive

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes shares what transpired that led to the Jets hiring Brian Duker as their new defensive coordinator over Wink Martindale.

Here's how the Jets landed on Brian Duker as their new defensive coordinator

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt react to Aaron Glenn and the organization firing OC Tanner Engstrand. The guys share who they think will replace Engstrand and where things currently stand on the defensive coordinator front.

Tanner Engstrand fired, what's next for Jets coordinators? | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt discuss where things stand with the Jets coaching staff, recapping the latest firings and sharing updates on the defensive coordinator search. The guys then reflect on Sam Darnold's time in New York as he is set to start in the Super Bowl against the AFC rival Patriots. Later, the two defend some of their tweets from the last week, break down the rest of the NFL coaching searches, and discuss which Jets they would take 'final sale.'

Sam Darnold vs the Patriots Super Bowl and Jets shake up coaching staff | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt share updates on the Jets defensive coordinator search.

Connor Hughes shares Jets defensive coordinator updates | Jets Final Drive

Giants

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

On SportsNite, SNY NFL Insider shares that John Harbaugh is finalizing a deal to become the next head coach of the New York Giants.

John Harbaugh finalizing a deal to become Giants next head coach

With the news coming out that John Harbaugh and the Baltimore Ravens have agreed to part ways, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes discusses the possibility that the Giants might be ready to aggressively pursue him to be their next head coach.

Will Giants target John Harbaugh to be their next head coach?

Joe Schoen speaks about remaining as Giants' GM next season, the team's upcoming head coaching search, and the emergence of Jaxson Dart this season.

Joe Schoen says Giants have 'pieces in place' that make head coaching vacancy attractive

Mike Kafka speaks about his time as Giants' interim head coach, his expectation to interview for the vacant head coach position, and what he learned since taking over the head coaching role this season.

Mike Kafka on future with Giants, expects to interview for head coaching position

Knicks

On SportsNite, Jonathan Macri of Knicks Film School joins SNY’s Eamon McAnaney to discuss a narrow Knicks victory over the Bulls, and recent struggles for Mikal Bridges.

Knicks survive to beat the Bulls, is Mikal Bridges on notice? | SportsNite

After being down 18, Jalen Brunson talks about fighting through adversity. Karl-Anthony Towns credits key stops and generating turnovers for giving the team confidence. Jose Alvarado discusses never backing down and continuing to improve after tough defeats against Detroit and Indiana.

Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Jose Alvarado on Knicks' nail-biting victory over Rockets

On Sportsnite, Chelsea Sherrod, Marc Malusis, and John Jastremski discuss the Knicks bouncing back after being down 91-75 at the end of the third quarter. The Knicks capitalized on questionable decisions by the Rockets, scoring 33 points in the fourth. Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, and Karl-Anthony Towns combined for 65 points and look to carry this momentum into their three-game road trip.

Knicks capitalize with 33-point fourth quarter to defeat Rockets | SportsNite

On SportsNite, Jonathan Macri of "Knicks Film School" joins SNY's Niki Lattarulo to discuss the Knicks being swept by the Pistons in their season series plus, what has happened to the performances of Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges?

 Are the Knicks dropping from title contender to pretender?

After the Knicks' fell 126-111 to the Pistons at MSG on Thursday night, Jalen Brunson, Jose Alvarado, and Karl-Anthony Towns all spoke with the media to discuss the squad's second loss to Detroit this month, and trying to regroup ahead of Saturday's marquee matchup against the Rockets.

Jalen Brunson, Jose Alvarado, and Karl-Anthony Towns react after Knicks' 126-111 loss to the Pistons

On SportsNite, Chelsea Sherrod, John Jastremski, and Sal Licata recap and react to the Knicks' shooting woes in the 126-111 loss against the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night at MSG.

Recapping a tough night for the Knicks at MSG | SportsNite

Knicks head coach Mike Brown met the media on Wednesday to look ahead to the rest of the regular season, and discussed Jeremy Sochan joining the team and how he fits the roster.

Knicks coach Mike Brown explains what Jeremy Sochan brings to the team

Newly signed forward Jeremy Sochan met the media on Wednesday and revealed what brought him to the Knicks, and what kind of play he can bring to the team.

Jeremy Sochan on why he chose the Knicks, what he brings to the team

On SportsNite, Erika Wachter and John Jastremski talk about the second half of the regular season for the Knicks, and whether or not the team has enough pieces to win a championship.

Will this year’s Knicks roller coaster lead to a championship? | SportsNite

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