Locked On Mets - Daily Podcast On The New York Mets

New York Mets shake up their clubhouse as Brandon Nimmo lands with the Texas Rangers and Pete Alonso ignites spring training with the Baltimore Orioles.   Can Alonso’s leadership and hot bat propel the Orioles to postseason glory, and will Nimmo’s veteran presence help Texas fuel another title run? Ryan Finkelstein analyzes the inside story from The Athletic behind Nimmo’s departure, exploring his...

Mets baseball returns, igniting buzz around top prospects AJ Ewing, Chris Suero, and Carson Benge as spring training kicks off in the Grapefruit League. Ryan Finkelstein spotlights standout prospects, pivotal position battles—like the wide-open race in right field—and early bullpen arms making a statement, including Ben Simon and Huáscar Brazoban. Key discussions focus on the youth movement’s impa...

New York Mets lock in Tobias Myers for Opening Day as Carlos Mendoza names him a key multi-inning weapon. Can Myers' versatility and proven track record anchor the Mets’ bullpen and rotation depth this season? Ryan Finkelstein highlights Tobias Myers’ path from effective Brewers starter to projected Mets swingman, breaking down his 2026 season outlook, projected stats, and how his performance coul...

New York Mets soar to #1 in prospect rankings, boasting a league-high seven players on Just Baseball's Top 100.   Is Nolan McLean the ace of MLB’s next dynasty?   Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the Mets’ farm system surge, headlined by top arms like McLean (#3 overall), Jonah Tong, and breakout candidate Jack Wenninger.   Find out why McLean is ranked as the best pitching prospect in baseball and wh...

New York Mets face crucial spring training questions as Brett Baty’s hamstring injury disrupts early plans for right field.   Will Carson Benge seize the opportunity and emerge as the Opening Day starter, or could veterans like Mike Tauchman and MJ Melendez force their way into the mix?   Prospects, position battles, and the lingering impact of injuries set the stage for a compelling preseason sha...

Kodai Senga and Sean Manaea shift from rotation anchors to wild cards for the New York Mets—can either reclaim ace status in 2026?   Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down why Senga’s season unraveled after a hamstring injury, spotlighting his soaring home run rate post-injury and the challenge of recapturing elite form.   Manaea’s own struggles are dissected, revealing how lost confidence and mental l...

Christian Scott flashes elite stuff in Port St. Lucie, striking out Juan Soto and Bo Bichette in his first live BP since major elbow surgery—could he be the X-factor for the New York Mets this season?   The Mets’ pitching depth is shifting, and Scott’s health and revamped arsenal raise big questions for the rotation. Ryan Finkelstein examines Scott’s road back from Tommy John surgery and the inter...

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen amps up expectations as he commits to the persistent pursuit of a World Series title.   Can Cohen's spending finally propel the Mets past their postseason drought? The Kyle Tucker sweepstakes reveal front office agility, with quick pivots to Bo Bichette following the Dodgers' blockbuster moves, fueling talk of a budding rivalry between the Mets and Dodgers. Ryan Fin...

New York Mets prepare for a breakout 2026 as Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor headline one of MLB’s most electric superstar duos.   Can the Mets capitalize on having two future Hall of Famers in their prime and finally reclaim the NL East crown for the first time since 2015? Ryan Finkelstein analyzes Soto and Lindor’s arrival in Port St. Lucie, their confidence in the revamped lineup featuring Marcu...

The New York Mets bet big on Bo Bichette as he arrived early at spring training, shifting from shortstop to third base. Can his glove hold up, and his bat make him one of MLB’s best at the hot corner?   Ryan Finkelstein explores Bichette’s defensive transition, examines coaching feedback, and argues how timing and range might shape his performance.   With Francisco Lindor and Marcus Semien anchori...

New York Mets face a bullpen shakeup as spring training approaches. Devin Williams locks down the closer role, but newcomers like Adbert Azolay and Craig Kimbrel ignite fierce competition for the remaining spots.   Will breakout arms such as Alex Carrillo and Dylan Ross seize their moment?   Host Ryan Finkelstein spotlights key pitchers, analyzes non-roster invites, and breaks down how Mets manage...

Francisco Lindor’s hand surgery shakes up New York Mets’ Opening Day plans—will superstar resilience keep the infield elite?  The Mets face critical decisions as Lindor targets a quick return from a hamate bone procedure, prompting speculation over Ronnie Mauricio’s role as a backup shortstop and Bo Bichette’s defensive fit. Ryan Finkelstein highlights Lindor’s Ironman track record, fan concerns o...

New York Mets ignite spring training with bold roster battles as pitchers and catchers report.   Will Carson Benge seize the starting right field role, or could Brett Baty's bat force a position shake-up alongside Juan Soto’s move to left?   Intriguing minor league prospects and veteran signees fuel fierce competition, while the Freddy Peralta extension rumor quietly simmers in the background. Hos...

New York Mets face Opening Day questions as Francisco Lindor suffers a hand injury and Juan Soto shifts to left field. Will Lindor be ready for Opening Day, and are there concerns about shortstop depth?   Ryan Finkelstein examines the ripple effects of offseason trades, the internal options to cover Lindor’s absence, and how leadership is navigating the spring’s first major hurdle. Juan Soto’s mov...

The New York Mets overhauled their roster, sparking debates about their path to contention. Brandon Nimmo was traded, Pete Alonso walks in free agency, and major signings—including Devin Williams, Jorge Polanco, and Bo Bichette—reshape the team.   Did these bold moves improve defense and get the Mets closer to an NL East crown, or did letting Edwin Diaz and Tyler Rogers slip away leave the bullpen...

New York Mets create buzz by adding MJ Melendez to their outfield mix ahead of Spring Training.   With a crowded competition for the final bench spot, will Meléndez’s left-handed power earn him an unexpected role, or does Jared Young remain the frontrunner after a standout Triple-A season? Ryan Finkelstein examines the Mets’ roster construction, weighing Melendez’s minor league contract against th...

New York Mets prospects are set to ignite the MLB stage—how many will rise to the challenge in 2026?   Carson Benge and Dylan Ross look primed for Opening Day debuts, while Ryan Clifford, AJ Ewing, Jacob Reimer, and Jack Weniger are poised as intriguing breakout candidates.   Is this the year the Mets’ farm system delivers its next wave of impact players? Ryan Finkelstein spotlights the Mets’ evol...

Pittsburgh Pirates target New York Mets’ young stars Mark Vientos and Brett Baty, sparking trade buzz as spring training looms.   Will the Mets shake up their roster or stick with proven depth?   Ryan Finkelstein explores potential trade packages, weighs the value of utility players like Baty and Vientos, and breaks down why these bench bats remain crucial amid a thinning free agent market. Analys...

New York Mets weigh free agent options to fill their final bench spot—will veteran leadership or utility versatility win out?   With debates swirling over candidates like Starling Marte, Isaiah Kiner-Falefa, and Jose Iglesias, the spotlight turns to how the Mets can best round out their 2026 roster with impactful role players. Ryan Finkelstein examines the team’s current bench composition, includi...

New York Mets set the stage for a big 2026 with Carson Benge as their potential everyday left fielder—will the team lock up their prized prospect with a pre-arbitration extension?   Excitement grows as David Stearns expresses unwavering confidence in Benge, prompting questions about service time manipulation, PPI eligibility, and the blueprint for early-career deals that could shape the future of...

Eugenio Suarez signs a shockingly low one-year, $15 million deal with the Cincinnati Reds, raising questions about the New York Mets’ decision to lock in Jorge Polanco for two years at $40 million.   Did the Mets jump the gun in free agency, and will the move pay off as they seek to reinvent their lineup after losing Pete Alonso? Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the Mets’ offseason strategy, comparing...

New York Mets orchestrate a dramatic offseason overhaul, parting ways with Pete Alonso, Jeff McNeil, and Brandon Nimmo to reshape their defensive core.   Can Bo Bichette, Marcus Semien, and Luis Robert deliver the spark Mets fans crave?   Ryan Finkelstein breaks down inside info from The Athletic, detailing the front office’s aggressive pursuit of defensive upgrades and high-upside plays that tran...

Did the New York Mets pay too steep a price for Freddy Peralta—or will moving top prospect Jett Williams haunt their future?   Host Ryan Finkelstein and prospect expert Aram Leighton break down the blockbuster Mets-Brewers trade, weighing the value of arms like Brandon Sproat against the loss of dynamic talents such as Williams.   The show tackles whether Peralta can be New York’s missing ace and...

Will the Mets seize the opportunity to make Freddy Peralta the rotation’s foundation?   Host Ryan Finkelstein examines Peralta’s powerful press conference and follow-up interview, revealing why the former Milwaukee Brewers ace and lifelong Mets fan could be the perfect fit for New York.   Discussion centers on Peralta’s talent, charisma, and leadership, plus his deep ties to the city and frontrunn...

New York Mets enter a defining season as Mark Vientos, Brett Baty, and Francisco Alvarez get their shot to become the next Mets core.   With Pete Alonso, Brandon Nimmo, and Jeff McNeil gone, host Ryan Finkelstein examines whether these former top prospects can stabilize the lineup or if 2026 marks their last ride in Queens.   Are Vientos’ power bat, Baty's rising versatility, and Alvarez’s defensi...