Meet at the Apple

Meet at the Apple presented by PC Richard & Son brings you inside the 2025 Mets Player Development Awards at Citi Field. Vito Calise and Jon Baron sit down with two of the organization’s most exciting young talents — Elian Peña, the DSL Position Player of the Year, and Osiris Calvo, the DSL Pitcher of the Year. Peña opens up about choosing the Mets, rebounding from early struggles, his family moti...

Nick Morabito joins Meet at the Apple from the Arizona Fall League to talk about Binghamton’s championship season, stacking 49 steals (and why 50 slipped away), how the clubhouse kept rolling through big mid-season promotions, and why Mets fans should be very excited for 2026 and beyond. We also hit AFL life (housemates, no dishwasher!), that “Morabito at Mirabito” commercial, and his day meeting...

We break down the Mets’ 2025 season: the spring-to-Fall injury cascade (Frankie Montas, Sean Manaea, Tylor Megill), short starts that gassed the bullpen, an offense that exploded on the wrong nights, and the knife-edge one-run record flip from 2024 to 2025. Then we pivot to why 2026 looks legit: Lindor + Soto (the 30-30 boys), Alvarez’s core-piece trajectory, Brett Baty’s step forward, and a wave...

The Mets just made history at Wrigley: for the first time ever, three Mets hit 30+ HR in the same season—and Francisco Lindor joined the 30–30 club alongside Juan Soto. We break down the Top 5 moments from Mets–Cubs, including Edwin Díaz’s 6-out masterpiece, Nolan McLean’s strikeout clinic, Brett Baty’s “Cub killer” turn, and Francisco Álvarez’s biggest swing yet. Then we look ahead to a high-stak...

Welcome back to Meet at the Apple, presented by PC Richard & Son. WFAN’s Tommy Lugauer (aka Positive Tommy) joins Vito & Jonathan for a timely convo after a tough Nationals series: why staying positive matters, how Mets fans should read the playoff race, and why the organization’s process—from Stearns’ rotation strategy to the surging farm—sets up a long window. We also get into Soto, Yankees vs....

The Mets take 2 of 3 from the Padres and head into the final home series vs. the Nationals with momentum. We hit the big takeaways: Jonah Tong’s bounce-back (8 K, 0 BB), the Clay Holmes–Sean Manaea piggyback “combo meal,” Nimmo’s game-breaking HR, and Pete Alonso’s heater. We also talk playoff DNA—aggressive baserunning, mixing/matching on the mound, and why this roster is a nightmare matchup in a...

Mets legend John Franco’s daughter Ella Franco jumps on Meet at the Apple to unpack a special Alumni Day at Citi Field—Piazza’s BP moonshots, deGrom’s return weekend vibes, Beltrán dugout stories—and why Nolan McLean looks built for October. We also hit Brandon Sproat’s surge, Pete Alonso’s walk-off déjà vu, and why Ryne Stanek’s “get-back” outing matters down the stretch. Learn more about your ad...

Live from PC Richard & Son in Astoria, Queens — Vito Calise & Jonathan Baron sit down with Mets Hall of Famer and longtime PR chief Jay Horwitz for an absolute masterclass in Mets lore. Jay goes deep on the brawl culture of the 1986 Mets (Eric Davis vs. Ray Knight!), why Mike Tyson loved that team, and why “nobody fights anymore.” He shares never-before-told David Wright clubhouse stories (cookies...

The Mets took 2 of 3 from the Tigers and it felt BIG. We count down the Top 5 moments: Juan Soto’s thunderous grand slam, Luis Torrens’s game-changer, Pete Alonso vs. Chris Paddack, and the broadcast love-fest for Nolan McLean. Plus: Reds/Phillies look-ahead, “don’t-get-swept” math, and a full Jeff McNeil interview—clubhouse vibes, center-field reps, the Brett Baty hug, and his fantasy-football “f...

Two big interviews this week: Mets manager Carlos Mendoza on the September stretch, clubhouse energy around the call-ups, and the hitting group’s impact — plus Mark Vientos on the Little League Classic homer, choosing his WBC team, routines, opposite-field power, and why Mets fans should be hyped for the young core (Jonah Tong, Nolan McLean, Jett Williams & more).We also plug our PC Richard & Son ...

The Mets complete a thrilling sweep of the Phillies at Citi Field! Vito Calise and Jonathan Baron break down all the action, including Nolan McLean’s dominant outing, Edwin Díaz’s shutdown performance, Brandon Nimmo’s walk-off, and Mark Vientos’ clutch hitting. Plus — we sit down with Brett Baty to talk about his growing friendship with Jeff McNeil, his engagement story, playing with Francisco Álv...

Nolan McClean’s first two MLB starts = 2 wins, 15+ Ks, 0 BBs on Saturday… and the Mets take 2 of 3 in Atlanta. We break down the Top 5 Moments from Mets-Braves—Juan Soto & Francisco Lindor’s double steal, Clay Holmes’ efficient gem, Starling Marte’s hose + HR, McLean’s seven dominant innings, and Mark Vientos going full Swaggy V with HRs in three straight plate appearances. We also talk Brett Baty...

Francisco Lindor is scorching—nine-game hit streak, .500 AVG, 1.400+ OPS—and when he’s hot, the Mets are hot. But after a maddening set in D.C. (late swings, one-run pain, bullpen stress), it’s straight into Atlanta for a season-defining weekend. We hit Alvarez’s injury, Peterson’s gem, Kodai Senga’s uneven start, Baty/Vientos/Marte bright spots, the injury pile, bullpen asks, and why that Reds se...

David Wright joins Meet at the Apple to unpack ’07 vs ’08, the Delgado Hall of Fame debate, Johan’s 2008 heroics, and the chemistry that built the mid-2000s Mets core. Then we count down Mets–Mariners Top 5: Jonah Tong’s AAA debut, Lindor/Soto going back-to-back, Manaea’s booth moment, Vientos’ opposite-field dagger, and Nolan McLean’s electric debut. Plus: Alvarez update vibes, Gregory Soto’s qui...

LIVE SHOW with Giveaways and MORE: P.C. Richard and Son in Astoria, Queens Monday September 8thMets top pitching prospect Jonah Tong joins Meet at the Apple ahead of his AAA Syracuse debut to break down the changeup grip that finally clicked (horseshoe between the fingers), the velocity jump to 99 mph, and why his 12–6 curve popped at the Futures Game. He talks about moving up with Jett Williams,...

The Mets’ future just got even brighter. Four top prospects – Jett Williams, Jonah Tong, Ryan Clifford, and Carson Benge – all got the call up to Triple-A, while AJ Ewing heads to Double-A. We break down what these promotions mean, who could make an impact in Queens sooner than expected, and why Jonah Tong’s dominance is must-watch. Plus, we talk Mets-Brewers, David Stearns’ Milwaukee ties, playof...

The Mets just got swept by the Guardians at home — and yes, it was brutal. But this isn’t the place for sky-is-falling rants. Vito Calise and Jon Baron are joined by Mets Twitter mainstay Jordan Simpson to break down the latest series and remind fans: the season’s not over. We talk no-hitters, blown chances, bullpen bright spots, and why the vibes at Citi Field are still strong despite the standin...

The Mets’ trade deadline was 🔥 — and we’ve got the inside story straight from the man who pulled the trigger. David Stearns joins Meet at the Apple to break down the Mets’ trade deadline strategy, why top prospects stayed put, and how the new-look bullpen is built for October. Then, we welcome two HUGE new additions — Ryan Helsley and Cedric Mullins — for their first Mets interviews. Helsley talk...

Kris Gross, Mets VP of Amateur Scouting, joins us for a deep dive into the 2025 Draft — and no detail gets left out. From threading the bonus pool needle down to $5, to breaking down top picks like Mitch Voit, Antonio Jimenez, Peter Costello, and more, Gross offers unmatched insight into how the Mets build their farm system. We cover: The philosophy behind the 2025 Draft Why NIL has changed the dr...

The Mets are ROLLING! Vito and Jon break down a 7-game win streak, highlight key moments from the Giants sweep, and dive into bullpen dominance, young stars like Ronnie Mauricio, and Soto’s clutch bomb. Plus, WWE’s Michael Cole joins the show to talk Mets fandom, hating the Yankees, watching every game during Raw, and more. Episode Highlights Edwin Díaz locking it down Pete Alonso’s web gem Mauric...

The Mets sweep the Angels at Citi Field behind a massive return from Francisco Alvarez, clutch home runs from Brett Baty and Pete Alonso, and a bounce-back week from Francisco Lindor. Vito and Jon break down the vibes, the homegrown impact, and Edwin Diaz’s historic milestone. Plus, we sit down with 2025 first-round pick Mitch Voit for his first official Mets interview! 📈 Are the young Mets the k...

David Wright's number is officially retired—and emotions ran high at Citi Field. In this special Meet at the Apple, presented by PC Richard & Son, Vito Calise and Jon Baron blind-rank the top 5 David Wright moments of all time, from walk-offs against Mariano Rivera to World Series home runs. Hear personal memories, behind-the-scenes stories, and reflections on how Wright impacted a generation of M...

Two of the Mets' most electric prospects join us from spring training in Port St. Lucie. First up is Jett Williams, who opens up about his 2025 goal board, aiming for 70 stolen bases, recovering from injury, and what he's learning from Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor, and Brett Baty. Then, Brandon Sproat joins us to talk about throwing to Francisco Alvarez, bouncing back from Triple-A struggles, growi...

The Mets take 2 of 3 in Kansas City and head into the All-Star break with momentum. Vito and Jon break down a wild series full of fireworks (literally), Juan Soto moonshots, Edwin Diaz dominance, and a massive moment for Mark Vientos. They also dive into the deepening Mets rotation, Francisco Alvarez's Triple-A tear, Jonah Tong’s Futures Game showing, and why Brandon Nimmo deserves more love. Plus...

The Mets dropped both games of a tough doubleheader, but Ronny Mauricio is heating up—and looking like a force at third base. Vito and Jon break down the highs and lows of the series, how the Mets' power-only offense is costing them wins, and why Ronny's rise is a major bright spot. Plus: Is it time to move the MLB trade deadline with so many teams still in contention? The guys debate that and loo...