Locked Up Sports: New York Sports Talk

in this episode of Locked Up Sports: New York Sports Talk we Bob Walters gives you The definitive list of former Mets who had their best, most productive years after leaving Queens.this list covers the entire franchises existence includes everything from World Series MVP's to Hall of Famers, some beloved to this day by the fanbase and others they try to forget about. It's the ultimate "what if" li...

We break down the blockbuster acquisition of Cedric Mullins from the Orioles, plus the Mets' aggressive bullpen makeover with All‑Star relievers Ryan Helsley, Tyler Rogers & Gregory Soto. Hear analysis of what these moves mean for the NL East race, lineup flexibility (including Jeff McNeil's shift), and postseason Exclusive insight into how the Mets positioned themselves for a championship pus...

The MLB trade deadline is just days away, and the Mets front office has some decisions to make. Last night's gut-wrenching loss to the Padres highlighted the flaws in the bullpen, raised new questions about who to deal, and intensified speculation around potential trades. Could Mark Vientos, Brett Baty, Ronny Mauricio, or Luisangel Acuña be on the move? What are the Mets trying to add? And...

The Mets complete a dominant sweep of the Angels at Citi Field as Francisco Lindor finally snaps his brutal 0-for-30 slump with two hits and two RBIs. Pete Alonso blasts a 3-run bomb and Sean Manaea throws 5 solid innings of one run ball. Alvarez regains power after getting recalled from Syracuse Trade Deadline: Is bullpen help coming from a deal or the farm system? Could the Mets add another bat?...

Mets done-in once again with the bullpen collapse. Sean Manaealeft after four solid innings in his first start of the season and had a 2-1 lead but then with a full rested bullpen at his disposal Carlos Mendoza decided to go with Alex Carrillo and after facing just ten hitters giving up three home runs the Mets trailed 7-2 and dropped the first game back after the All-Star break. Not the start to...

The Mets get swept in a brutal doubleheader by the Orioles on and there's plenty of frustration to unpack. We dive into Carlos Mendoza's controversial decision to pull David Peterson after seven brilliant shutout innings in Game 1. Why didn't the Mets ride the hot hand? Plus — with the Mets' rotation battered by injuries, we ask the question on every fan's mind: Why aren't we seeing top pros...

The Subway Series is officially in the books—and both sides have plenty to think about as we hit the All-Star break. In this episode of Locked Up Sports: New York Sports Talk, we break down the Yankees salvaging the finale at Citi Field, earning a split of this year's Subway Series (3-3). We dissect Sunday's game, key moments, and what it all means for the second half of the season. How the...

The New York Mets return home battered and bewildered after one of the ugliest stretches in franchise history. They've lost 15 of their last 18 games and just endured a humiliating sweep in Pittsburgh, where they were outscored 30-4 across three games—including a 12-1 blowout the day after a players-only meeting. It's July 1st—Bobby Bonilla Day—when the Mets famously cut that $1....

Montas pitched five scoreless innings in first game back leaves with 3-0 lead which bullpen quickly losses in a 5 run 6th inning for Atlanta. Mets offensive struggles continue as the Mets lose for the 9th time in their last 10 games. #lockedUpSports #LGM #Newyorkmets #ATLvsNYM #Sportstalk #NYC

On this episode of Locked Up Sports: New York Sports Talk, we're joined by Eamon McAnaney, host of Sports Night on SNY. We break down the Mets' latest collapse, what's gone wrong, and what (if anything) can fix this freefall. We also dive into the Clark Schmidt near no-hitter and the highly debated decision by Yankees manager Aaron Boone to pull him after seven hitless innings. Was it smart, or di...

Peterson pitches seven solid innings but it all falls apart in the eighth Mets blow a 3 run lead as Reed Garrett surrenders 3 run double to tie the game and mistakes by Alvarez in the field no production from the DH spot throwing a great defensive play by Atlantaand the Mets now have a four game losing streak #LGM #LockedUpSports #NYC #MetsBraves #Alvarez #Mendoza #Podcast

The Mets had their worst series of the season as they were swept at home by the Tampa Rays. With Senga hurt and anyone not named Peterson struggling questions about how good this staff really is have started to be asked. Offense sputters as the Mets Limp into A stretch of 10 games against the Braves and Phillies #LGM #LOCKEDUPSPOTTS #nleast #Sweep #Citifield#NYC #Sportstalk

We welcome Award-Winning Sports Anchor | Play-by-Play Broadcaster | Studio Host | Host of Straight Outta Flushing & NY Got Game NY Post Sports | WFAN Dexter Henry back to the show to talk Mets baseball We dive into: ⚾ Kodai Senga's injury — what it means for the rotation going forward How dangerous this Mets lineup can be when Soto, Alonso, and Lindor are hitting Francisco Alvarez's ear...

McNeil complete come back with walk off hit in 10th after Mets Rally from two run deficit in the 8th and improve to 25-7 at Citi Field. #LGM #LockedupSports #NYC #Citifield #NLEast

Sayville varsity baseball manager Joe Esposito has his alma mater two wins away from the schools first State Title. We welcome manager in studio, to discuss this weekend's upcoming semifinal game as well the road they took to get here #SavilleBaseball #SayvilleHighschool #statechampionship #HighschoolBaseball #GoldenFlashers

podscan_eCtKATsen2cfxsvA0s2iFHt5rOkQTATV After breaking his pinky toe just two days earlier Francisco Lindor was asked to pinch hit and came through with a two run double that was the difference in the opening game of a three game series in Colorado. -Senga solid again as the starting pitching continues to be a strong point on this team -Alonso continues to rake at the plate - Soto starting to ear...

Tom Thibodeau brought structure, toughness, and defense to a Knicks franchise that was once a laughingstock. As the Knicks Head Coach they won four playoff series, back to back 50 Win Seasons, and coming off their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance they decide to fire Tom Thibodeau. We tell you why this move has James Dolan written all over it and why it's a mistake that could set the fran...

The dream is over. The New York Knicks' magical playoff run ends in heartbreak as they fall to the Indiana Pacers in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals. In this episode of Locked Up Sports, we break down how it all unraveled in Indianapolis — from the cold shooting to Karl-Anthony Towns' struggles and Jalen Brunson's valiant effort. We take you inside the postgame reactions, discuss wha...

The New York Knicks staved off elimination with a commanding 111-94 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals at Madison Square Garden. Jalen Brunson led the way with 32 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 24 points and 13 rebounds, playing through a bruised knee. The Knicks' defense was stifling, holding Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton to just 8 points and...

Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals was an instant classic— and Karl-Anthony Towns just had his signature moment in a Knicks uniform. Trailing late, with their backs against the wall, Towns dropped 20 fourth-quarter points in a jaw-dropping solo takeover that turned the tide of the series. Jalen Brunson battled through foul trouble, Josh Hart kept doing the dirty work, and the bench came...

The Knicks were 2:51 away from taking a 1–0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals—then everything unraveled. In this episode of Locked Up Sports, we break down one of the most shocking collapses in recent NBA playoff history. New York blew a 14-point lead in under three minutes, falling 138–135 to the Indiana Pacers at Madison Square Garden. Aaron Nesmith turned into Reggie Mille...

In this episode of Locked Up Sports, we're joined by author Tom McKeown to discuss his powerful memoir, This Is Panther Country: A Memoir of Youth, Underdog Spirit, and Basketball Glory. Tom takes us back to the 1974–75 season of the Babylon High School Panthers, a small-town team that shocked Long Island basketball by winning the first-ever inter-county championship. We talk about the epic...

The Knicks and Pacers are both coming off upsets in their second round series eliminating the two top teams in the Conference. Last season the Pacers eliminated the Knicks in seven games this year. They play for a trip to the NBA finals locked up sports previews. The series gives predictions and breaks down the matchups to give you everything you need to know about the biggest Knicks playoff serie...

The Knicks are just one win away from shocking the basketball world and knocking out the defending champion Boston Celtics. In this episode of Locked Up Sports, we preview a pivotal Game 5 matchup in Boston. Jalen Brunson has been unstoppable, leading the Knicks to a 3-1 series lead with MVP-caliber performances. But all eyes are on the Celtics — especially Jayson Tatum, who suffered a seaso...

The Knicks are one win away from the Eastern Conference Finals. In Game 4, they dominated the Celtics 112-97 to take a 3-1 series lead — but the biggest story of the night might be Jayson Tatum's devastating injury. The Celtics star went down in the 4th quarter with what appears to be a ruptured Achilles, sending shockwaves through the NBA. On this episode of Locked Up Sports, we break down...