Locked On Mets - Daily Podcast On The New York Mets

New York Mets hit the West Coast searching for answers as offensive struggles mount.   Can Bo Bichette and Marcus Semien break out of their early-season slumps and spark a resurgence against the San Francisco Giants? Host Ryan Finkelstein previews the Mets vs. Giants series, spotlighting a Giants lineup anchored by Luis Arraez and Matt Chapman but plagued by a .201 team average and minimal power....

New York Mets' bats go silent as Francisco Lindor's costly mental lapses overshadow a dominant pitching performance. Is early-season panic justified for Mets fans? Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the Mets' frustrating series loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, spotlighting Lindor's defensive mistakes and questionable baserunning that directly impacted the outcome.   Key topics include Freddy Peralt...

New York Mets fans witness Kodai Senga's electrifying power surge—can his dazzling velocity propel the rotation into the National League elite?   Ryan Finkelstein unpacks Senga’s 97+ mph fastball performance, comparing him to MLB’s most dominant arms and exploring how his offseason transformation could redefine the team's pitching depth.   Highlights include Senga’s gutsy six-inning start, bold de...

A trio of mental miscues doomed the New York Mets, as they were shutout for the first time this season in a 3-0 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals.  Kodai Senga got the start for the Mets tonight, and all things considered, it was a great start to his 2026 season. However, a pair of mental mistakes by Luis Robert Jr in centerfield set the stage for the Cardinals to take an early lead.  The miscues ca...

Kodai Senga makes his long-awaited 2026 debut for the New York Mets, electrifying fans with his arsenal and big league presence. Mark Vientos grabs his first start of the season as DH, while Luis Robert Jr. slides into the cleanup spot, signaling intriguing changes to the Mets’ batting order.  With Jorge Polanco sidelined by an Achilles issue and Brett Baty riding the bench, the lineup decisions s...

New York Mets notch a controlled 4-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals, fueled by Bo Bichette’s multi-RBI game and Clay Holmes' solid starting performance.   Are the Mets quietly building a winning formula with elite defense and emerging bullpen roles? Host Ryan Finkelstein spotlights Francisco Lindor’s back-to-back triples, Tobias Myers' dominant relief stint, and how Carlos Mendoza is shaping pla...

The New York Mets, behind some dominant pitching, opened up their series against the St. Louis Cardinals with a 4-2 win. It started with Clay Holmes, who found some trouble in the first but settled in nicely and was almost able to finish six solid innings. Then it was the bullpen that picked up the baton and continued the dominance. Tobias Myers gave the Mets multiple innings of work and Devin Wil...

New York Mets fans are buzzing after Luis Robert Jr.’s electric start—has the team landed its next superstar center fielder?   With Robert posting a 1.298 OPS through three games, his revamped swing and impact on both sides of the ball ignite hope for a breakout season.   Meanwhile, questions swirl about Bo Bichette’s heavily player-friendly contract following a rough opening series, fueling debat...

New York Mets stumble as their offense falls flat against the Pittsburgh Pirates—can Sean Manaea regain the club's trust?   Host Ryan Finkelstein spotlights the concerning drop in Manaea’s fastball velocity, dissecting what it reveals about his role in the Mets bullpen and the management’s confidence level. Key moments feature Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto nearly swinging the game back, the Pirat...

The New York Mets had the chance for the series sweep and a second straight walk-off victory, but their 10th inning comeback fell a run short in the 4-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Nolan McLean first start of the 2026 campaign was a bumpy one early, but he battled through to give the Mets 5 solid innings. And just like yesterday's clash, this game turned into a battle of the bullpens.  Unlike...

New York Mets rally for a stunning comeback as Luis Robert Jr. launches a three-run walk-off homer against the Pittsburgh Pirates.   Has Robert’s breakout moment signaled his superstar return—and a new era for Mets baseball? Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the Mets’ hard-fought win, spotlighting David Peterson’s All-Star caliber pitching and Robert Jr.’s refined swing at the heart of a transform...

It wasn't pretty, but the New York Mets secured their first series win of 2026 courtesy of a Luis Robert walk-off three run home run.  On what was a cold and windy day in Queens, pitching was the story early and late. Both David Peterson for the Mets and Mitch Keller for the Pirates found their grooves early and it was a tough day for the lineups.  The Pirates were able to strike first in the 10th...

New York Mets prospects poised for breakout in 2026—could Mitch Voit or Randy Guzman crack the top 10 soon?   Host Ryan Finkelstein spotlights rising talent beyond the usual names, questioning who will emerge as the next star in Flushing.   Will young arms like Will Watson, Zach Thornton, RJ Gordon, Peter Kussow, or Camden Laman surge up prospect rankings? Is there elite depth in the Mets’ farm sy...

New York Mets prospects are turning heads as Nolan McLean and Carson Benge fuel excitement for the 2026 season.   Can McLean’s elite arsenal and improving command anchor the rotation, and will Benge’s bat and defensive skills cement his spot as a true everyday outfielder?   Ryan Finkelstein ranks the Mets’ top 10 prospects, spotlighting key developmental goals, from AJ Ewing’s advanced center fiel...

New York Mets chase NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes in the first inning, unleashing an explosive Opening Day performance. Is this revamped Mets lineup the key to a resurgent season? Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the Mets’ 11-7 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates, spotlighting Brett Baty’s bases-clearing triple and Francisco Álvarez’s moonshot from the 9-hole.   The analysis covers Freddy Peralta’s gritty...

Didn't have that on the bingo card, but the New York Mets were able to chase Paul Skenes in the first inning in route to an 11-7 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.  The story of this one: the new look Mets. Debuting a bunch of new faces, it was our first look in season of the new Mets offensive approach. And we saw in that first inning where the Mets were able to (with some help from O'Neil Cruz) ch...

Optimism surges as the New York Mets set their 2026 season in motion on Opening Day. Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the finalized Opening Day roster. Are the Mets prepared for a strong campaign with Freddy Peralta leading the rotation against Paul Skenes and the Pirates’ revamped lineup featuring Brandon Lowe, Marcell Ozuna and Ryan O'Hearn? Mailbag highlights include deep dives into roster strategy...

New York Mets swing for the fences with bold 2026 predictions—can Juan Soto launch 55+ home runs and lead an MVP campaign?   Host Ryan Finkelstein explores Mets storylines, forecasting Francisco Alvarez’s breakout power surge, Devin Williams outshining Edwin Díaz in the bullpen, and Mark Vientos setting new career highs against the odds. Freddy Peralta faces fierce internal competition in ERA, whi...

New York Mets shake up preseason expectations with a first-ever Bold Predictions Draft.   Francisco Alvarez emerges as a breakout candidate, Luis Robert faces sky-high home run and stolen base targets, and Bo Bichette’s RBI totals spark fierce debate—could he lead MLB in RBIs behind Lindor and Juan Soto?   Intriguing questions swirl around Kodai Senga’s ERA, Clay Holmes’ innings potential, and whe...

Can the New York Mets’ superstars ignite a magical 2026 season?   Ryan Finkelstein spotlights the defining storylines, from the potential dominance of a Freddie Peralta–Nolan McLean–Kodai Senga rotation to questions around Devin Williams reclaiming elite closer status and whether the Mets can finally build a reliable bridge in the bullpen.   With Bo Bichette entering a pivotal year, Juan Soto and...

Carson Benge secures the New York Mets’ starting right fielder spot after a stellar spring, bringing elite defense and relentless at-bats to a revamped outfield. Could Benge’s rookie campaign deliver enough impact to earn Rookie of the Year and land the Mets a coveted draft pick? Ryan Finkelstein breaks down Benge’s rise, what fans can expect from his role, and how his presence, alongside Juan Sot...

NL East supremacy is up for grabs as the division’s heavyweights—the New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies, and Atlanta Braves—reload for 2026, facing questions about aging cores, breakout stars, and bitter rivalries. Will Juan Soto’s second season in Queens elevate the Mets, or can Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber, and Trey Turner keep Philadelphia on top for a third straight year? Is Spencer Strider’...

New York Mets positioned to reclaim NL East crown—does the revamped lineup give them the ultimate edge?   Ryan Finkelstein spotlights why the Mets, led by Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor, and Bo Bichette, now boast the division’s most formidable offense.   Expert comparisons of the Mets’ lineup against the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies reveal key advantages in power, depth, and consistency,...

New York Mets shake up Opening Day plans: Sean Manaea shifts to a bullpen swingman role, sparking roster strategy questions, while Mike Tauchman’s knee injury opens doors for Jared Young and Vidal Brujan.   Will Manaea reclaim a starter spot, or become the Mets’ long-term reliever?   Can the team’s new-look outfield defense with Juan Soto, Luis Robert, and Benge outperform last year? Ryan Finkelst...

New York Mets faNew York Mets fans are buzzing after Spring Breakout showcases a flood of elite prospects, signaling the dawn of a powerhouse farm system.  Fans are buzzing after Spring Breakout showcases a flood of elite prospects, signaling the dawn of a powerhouse farm system.   Are AJ Ewing, Jacob Reimer, and Ryan Clifford poised to become the faces of the franchise by 2027?   Elian Peña’s roc...