Locked On Mets - Daily Podcast On The New York Mets

New York Mets shake up the clubhouse as Andy Green takes over as interim manager, aiming to bring renewed energy and a pressure-free mindset to a struggling roster.   Can Green’s fresh approach unlock potential in top prospects and end the team’s demoralizing losing streak?   Meanwhile, David Stearns grapples with the emotional departure of Carlos Mendoza, highlighting the human side behind front...

New York Mets shake up the clubhouse, firing manager Carlos Mendoza after a brutal six-game losing streak and naming Andy Green as interim manager.   With the Phillies heading to town and the Mets’ postseason hopes unraveling, owner Steve Cohen draws a line in the sand—will this leadership change be the spark the Mets so desperately need? Ryan Finkelstein dissects the fallout from Mendoza’s exit,...

New York Mets’ defensive woes overshadow Freddy Peralta’s dominant outing as their losing streak stretches to six games.   Mark Vientos’ struggles at first base fuel fan frustration and intensify chants for Pete Alonso’s return, raising serious questions about the organization’s roster choices.   Could the Mets’ handling of Vientos backfire at the trade deadline, and is his value salvageable for e...

The New York Mets battled back to tie this game, but they let a bunch of chances go by and they lost to the Chicago Cubs in extras, 4-3.  With the loss, the Mets see their losing streak grow to six games and lost EVERY game of the season series against the Cubs.  Missed chances are the story of this one. 14 men left on base and just 2-for-12 with RISP.  Freddy Peralta bounced back and was much bet...

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New York Mets hit rock bottom with a humiliating six-error loss, raising urgent questions about the team’s direction and Carlos Mendoza’s future as manager.   Is the season already lost, or can the Mets salvage anything from this freefall?   Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the team’s alarming collapse, analyzing key numbers like 50 runs allowed over five straight defeats and Dansby Swanson’s shocking...

New York Mets kick off a midseason fire sale by trading pitcher David Peterson to the Chicago Cubs for promising prospect Cole Mathis.   Could this bold move signal the official start of a rebuild?   Ryan Finkelstein reacts in real-time to the late-night swap, spotlighting the Mets’ stunning shift to seller mode despite a struggling rotation and looming pitching shortages. The episode explores wha...

The New York Mets completely embarrassed themselves and got swept in a doubleheader against the Chicago Cubs.  Game 1 looked like it was going to be different with Nolan McLean looking good early and the Mets actually jumping out to a lead. But, McLean made two mistakes and the game flipped on it's head. Game 2 was just a complete mess. As a team, the Mets had more ERRORS than runs. They hit four...

New York Mets' rotation woes deepen as Nolan McLean can't stop the bleeding, and a disastrous outing seals yet another loss.   With Kodai Senga refusing a minor league assignment and shifting to the bullpen, the Mets’ pitching depth is stretched to the limit. Injuries to key starters like Clay Holmes and Christian Scott, combined with offensive struggles from the likes of Marcus Semien and ongoing...

New York Mets rocked by Kodai Senga’s struggles as pitching woes threaten to derail the season. Can the Mets afford to keep sending Senga to the mound, or is it time for drastic changes to the rotation? Ryan Finkelstein breaks down Senga’s disastrous start, the alarming velocity drop, and mounting pressure on a rotation already stretched thin.   The conversation spotlights potential call-ups like...

It's the same story, different day right now for the New York Mets with a lot of the same characters. Kodai Senga struggled again, as they dropped the opener to the Chicago Cubs 9-6.  Well, baseball can be a cruel game sometimes. That first inning from Kodai Senga, a 1-2-3 inning that saw his fastball top out at 99mph gave hope that he had found something. Unfortunately, it was short-lived as he a...

New York Mets face hard trade deadline truths as the roster’s value takes center stage. Are Freddy Peralta and Clay Holmes true difference-makers, or will disappointing circumstances force David Stearns into a cautious seller’s approach?   Ryan Finkelstein compares this season’s freefall to the 2023 deadline, questioning whether the Mets have the pieces to spark a farm system revival. Core discuss...

New York Mets management has doubled down on Carlos Mendoza as manager despite a floundering season, raising questions about accountability and the team's lackluster energy.   Nine games under .500 and six games out of a playoff spot, the Mets continue to struggle with pitching depth and offensive consistency while critical mistakes and lifeless play haunt their chances.   Will David Stearns' unwa...

The Philadelphia Phillies embarrass the New York Mets with a ruthless weekend sweep, highlighting just how far apart the two NL East rivals truly are.   Zach Wheeler dominates while David Peterson falters, as Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper feast on Mets pitching, cementing the notion that the Mets’ offseason moves have left them outclassed and outgunned.   Can New York recover after being outscor...

David Peterson struggled. The New York Mets continued to fall behind early. And it was a bad weekend in Philly, as the Mets fell Sunday night 6-2. It felt like just a continuation of what we all watched Saturday night. Sloppy play and rough starting pitching paved the way for the Philadelphia Phillies to jump out to a 5-0 lead by the end of the second inning.  And, the chances the Mets did have to...

New York Mets implode as Freddy Peralta suffers the worst start of his career, surrendering 10 earned runs in a brutal 15-3 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies.   With Bryce Harper hitting for the cycle and Kyle Schwarber launching two home runs, Mets fans are left questioning if their biggest offseason acquisition is already a bust—and whether strategic missteps, like starting Eric Wagaman in right...

Well, that was ugly. The New York Mets were absolutely embarrassed by the Philadelphia Phillies in a 15-3 loss on Saturday night.  With Cristopher Sanchez on the mound for the Phillies, it was going to be an uphill battle but the Mets never really gave themselves a chance in this one. They did about everything you couldn't do when facing one of the best pitchers in the sport.  A poor start from Fr...

New York Mets’ pitching prospects stumble as the trade deadline looms. Can Jonathan Santucci’s breakout campaign offer hope for the Mets’ future on the mound? Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the widespread struggles plaguing top Mets arms like Jonah Tong, Jack Weninger, and Will Watson, raising questions about the team’s pitching depth and deadline options.   The episode spotlights Santucci’s rise, u...

New York Mets await Francisco Lindor’s return—can his comeback spark a late playoff push?   With Lindor beginning a rehab assignment, Mets fans wonder if his presence at shortstop and in the lineup might finally unlock the team’s potential after weeks of shuffling Bo Bichette, Brett Baty, and Mark Vientos across the infield. Ryan Finkelstein breaks down how Lindor’s reintegration could transform b...

New York Mets survive a ninth-inning scare to topple the Philadelphia Phillies as Juan Soto powers the lineup with two home runs. Can this roller-coaster victory spark a turnaround for the Mets as they face daunting matchups against the Phillies’ aces? Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down Sean Manaea’s gritty outing, Devin Williams’ high-wire save, and the surging contributions from Carson Benge and...

A 3-run 7th inning put the New York Mets in front, and they held on to beat the Philadelphia Phillies in the first meeting of the season between the two teams.  It was Eric Wagaman as a pinch hitter, who gave the Mets a 4-3 lead after a two-out RBI. Marcus Semien followed that up with a two-run triple to make it 6-3.  Sean Manaea made his second start off the season and did exactly what the Mets n...

Philadelphia Phillies surge after midseason shakeup as Don Mattingly takes the helm—can the New York Mets keep pace or are deeper issues holding them back?   Ryan Finkelstein highlights how the Phillies bounced back from a brutal 9-19 start, powered by dominant pitching from Zach Wheeler, Jesús Luzardo, and Cristopher Sánchez, and a rejuvenated offense led by Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber. Key t...

New York Mets crush Cincinnati Reds as Nolan McLean flashes ace potential and the offense finally erupts. Can this be the turning point for a team stuck in a cycle of inconsistency?   Bo Bichette continues his red-hot streak, Juan Soto delivers clutch RBIs, and Mark Vientos rebounds at the plate despite defensive struggles, fueling a much-needed series salvage win. Ryan Finkelstein analyzes McLean...

New York Mets’ rotation woes deepen as Kodai Senga struggles in his return, but is he still their best option?   Ryan Finkelstein questions whether the Mets’ season is slipping away, dissecting Senga’s early meltdown against the Reds and the frustrating lack of effective alternatives like David Peterson and Tobias Myers.   With the Mets’ offense wasting key opportunities—Francisco Alvarez, Brett B...

Kodai Senga allowed four runs in the first inning and the New York Mets left another 11 men on-base in a 5-3 loss to the Cincinnati Reds.  Well, Senga's return to the rotation got off to a rocky start. He walked the first two batters of the game, and then allowed a 3-run home run. Another homer made it 4-0 by the time the inning was over. He was able to settle down after that and get through four...