Locked On Mets - Daily Podcast On The New York Mets

On a night where the New York Mets offense showed plenty of fight, it was the bullpen and another blown lead that did the Mets in against the Seattle Mariners, 11-9.  The Mets faced multiple deficits that they quickly erased in this, trailing 1-0, 2-1 and 4-3 early. Holding a 6-4 lead, it was set up for the Mets to get things to their bullpen and close up a win.  But for the 4th straight outing, i...

Big market MLB teams are struggling. Are the Mets, Yankees, and Dodgers facing a crisis? Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze the unexpected challenges for baseball's powerhouses. From the New York Mets' shocking collapse to the Los Angeles Dodgers' luxury tax manipulation, the hosts dissect recent performances and financial strategies. The Chicago Cubs' small-market approach comes under...

The New York Mets' struggles continue as they drop another game to the Atlanta Braves, extending their losing streak to 13 out of 15 games.   Despite a strong performance from Kodai Senga, the bullpen falters, with Ryan Helsley blowing a late lead.   Host Ryan Finkelstein analyzes Senga's improved outing, highlighting his effective use of the ghost fork and fastball combination.   The episode also...

The New York Mets blew another lead and fell to the Atlanta Braves by a final of 4-3.  When it's not one thing, it's another for this team right now. Kodai Senga gave the Mets the best start they've seen in over a week, going 5.2 IP and allowing just two earned runs.  The Mets offense, led by a Brandon Nimmo sac-fly and a Pete Alonso RBI single, took back the lead in the bottom of the 6th inning. ...

The Mets' pitching woes reach new depths as David Peterson implodes, squandering a 6-0 lead against the Braves.   Host Ryan Finkelstein dissects the brutal loss and examines potential roster moves to shake up the struggling rotation. With Nolan McLean set to debut, should Paul Blackburn stay?   Is it time to option Reed Garrett or cut Ryne Stanek?   The podcast explores unconventional pitching str...

The New York Mets had a complete meltdown in 4th inning, blowing a six run lead and ultimately falling to the Atlanta Braves 11-6.  Once again, the starting pitching takes center stage for the Mets. David Peterson got the start and could only get 10 outs before being removed from the game. Reed Garrett was the first man out of the bullpen and he gave up the go ahead grand-slam and the Braves never...

Pete Alonso etches his name in Mets history, smashing the franchise home run record in a blowout win against the Braves. This milestone could be the spark that ignites a late-season surge for New York.   Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down Alonso's historic night, including his 253rd and 254th career homers. He explores potential rotation shakeups, with Frankie Montas moving to the bullpen and top p...

Pete Alonso slugged a couple of home runs, becoming the New York Mets all-time home run king, and the Mets snapped their losing streak by defeating the Atlanta Braves, 13-5.  It was about as perfect of a night as you could draw up for the Mets. They crushed six home runs, scored all 13 runs with two outs and saw some breakout performances.  Alonso is the lead story, with his home run in the 3rd, p...

The New York Mets face a critical series against the Atlanta Braves, potentially turning their struggling season around.   Host Ryan Finkelstein analyzes the Mets' third base situation, questioning the decision to keep Ronny Mauricio on the roster post-deadline. He explores how this impacts playing time for Brett Baty and Mark Vientos, and discusses potential roster moves for 2025. Finkelstein bre...

The New York Mets face a critical juncture after being swept by the Milwaukee Brewers. Despite early leads, the Mets' starting pitching woes continue to plague the team.   Host Ryan Finkelstein analyzes the Mets' struggles and potential paths forward. He discusses promising signs from Juan Soto and Pete Alonso, as well as the impact of recent farm system promotions.   Finkelstein explores the poss...

It's getting hard to make this stuff up. The New York Mets blew a five run lead and have now lost seven straight games.  For the third straight game, the Mets jumped out to an early lead and scored in each of the first five innings of the game. Sean Manaea had a bumpy start and opened the door for the Brewers to start a comeback.  The Mets had all their bullpen arms available to them, and yet it s...

The New York Mets' struggles continue as they drop another game to the Milwaukee Brewers. Ryan Finkelstein, host of Locked On Mets, breaks down the team's recent woes, including defensive miscues and pitching struggles.   He analyzes Frankie Montas' performance and questions the decision to keep Ryne Stanek in high-leverage situations. Finkelstein explores potential roster moves, discussing the po...

The New York Mets' struggles continue as they drop another game to the Milwaukee Brewers. Despite early home runs from Juan Soto and Starling Marte, the Mets' offense disappeared against Brandon Woodruff's stellar performance.   Kodai Senga showed promise but faltered in the fifth inning, giving up a game-tying homer. Host Ryan Finkelstein dissects the Mets' lack of urgency, questioning managerial...

The New York Mets returned to Milwaukee for the first time since the NL Wild Card last year, but they fell in the opener by a final of 3-2.  You know the drill by now. The Mets offense struggled. Their starter, Kodai Senga, was unable to get through six innings of work and a defensive miscue proved to be the difference.  Lately it has been the same story for the Mets and this evening was no differ...

The Milwaukee Brewers are on fire, boasting a 41-15 record in their last 60 games. Can they maintain this momentum into October? Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze the Brewers' success, including unexpected contributions from players like Isaac Collins. The American League playoff picture remains murky, with teams like the Blue Jays, Mariners, and Astros vying for position. Which AL tea...

The New York Mets face a critical test against MLB's hottest team, the Milwaukee Brewers. With only 47 games left, can the Mets turn their season around?   The podcast breaks down the Mets' recent offensive struggles, highlighting the slumps of star players like Juan Soto and Pete Alonso.   Host Ryan Finkelstein analyzes the Brewers' impressive 22-4 run since July 4th, featuring their potent offen...

The New York Mets' future looks bright with six top 100 prospects in Double-A or higher. Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the Mets' farm system, focusing on standout hitters like Jett Williams and Carson Benge in Binghamton.   He analyzes pitching prospects Jonah Tong, Brandon Sproat, and Nolan McLean, discussing their potential impact on the big league roster. Finkelstein explores possible lineu...

The New York Mets narrowly avoid a no-hitter but still get swept by the Cleveland Guardians. Juan Soto's late home run breaks up the no-hit bid, but the Mets' offensive struggles continue.   Host Ryan Finkelstein analyzes the team's recent slump, highlighting concerns with both the lineup and starting rotation. Finkelstein explores potential solutions, including lineup adjustments and the possible...

The New York Mets face a critical juncture in their season, balancing playoff aspirations with ongoing struggles. Despite a talented pitching staff built for October success, the team must first secure a postseason berth.   Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the Mets' recent loss, highlighting offensive woes and bullpen potential. He explores creative pitching strategies, including Clay Holmes' rol...

The New York Mets missed a chance early in the game to break things open against the Cleveland Guardians, and fell in the second game of the series 3-2.  In the 2nd inning, the Mets had a golden chance. The bases were loaded, with only one out. Francisco Lindor stepped to the plate with the Mets already leading 2-0. It was the chance to break the game open, and get the Mets back into the win colum...

The New York Mets suffer a brutal 7-6 extra-innings loss to the Cleveland Guardians, sparking debate over third base coach Mike Sarbaugh's decision not to send Tyrone Taylor home.   Host Ryan Finkelstein analyzes the game's key moments, including Shohei Ohtani's strong start and subsequent collapse. He explores the Mets' struggle to recapture last season's magic and momentum, highlighting inconsis...

The New York Mets erased a five-run deficit to force the game into extras, but a defensive miscue allowed the Guardians to plate two runs without a hit, and the Mets fell 7-6. Sean Manaea got the start and through the first five innings, it looked like vintage Sean Manaea. The sixth inning however saw a blow up from Manaea, giving the Guardians a five spot. The Mets offense had a quick response. A...

The Mets' starting rotation faces challenges as Frankie Montas struggles. Where do they go from here?   This episode dives into the rotation's issues and whether the Mets made a mistake by not addressing them at the trade deadline.   Host Ryan Finkelstein analyzes Montas' performance, the lack of available starting pitchers at the deadline, and potential solutions moving forward. The show explores...

The New York Mets have a pair of problems going for them right now, and both were on display in Sunday afternoon's series finale loss to the San Francisco Giants.  Problem one for the Mets is their offense. It's been too streaky, and while yesterday's twelve run outburst gave many hope that they've kick-started things, it was back to their old ways today.  The other problem is their starting pitch...

The Mets' "Fab Four" finally broke out offensively, overcoming Kodai Senga's struggles. New York's super bullpen showcased its depth, covering five innings in a 12-6 blowout win against the Giants.   Brandon Nimmo and Francisco Lindor combined for seven RBIs, while Pete Alonso inched closer to the franchise home run record. Host Ryan Finkelstein analyzes the Mets' offensive explosion and bullpen d...