Why Am I a Mets Fan?

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are BACK for another episode detailing the latest MLB offseason news and rumors. The Mets sign an aging Craig Kimbrel to a minor-league deal...plus, an exclusive article from the NY Post revealed some fascinating tidbits on the offseason this week. The Tigers wanted WHAT for Tarik Skubal? PLUS, the plans for Brett Baty come into focus. Join us!! 00:00-5:18: Me...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back for another episode because the MLB hot stove is HOT. The Mets get their center fielder from the Chicago White Sox - Luis Robert Jr. is headed to New York for LuisAngel Acuna and RHP Truman Pauley. Did the Mets get a STEAL from the White Sox? PLUS, Cody Bellinger signs back with the Yankees, and Bo Bichette is officially introduced as a Met. Join us!!...

One day after losing out on Kyle Tucker, the Mets sprung into action. Was their backup plan better than their original one? #mlblb #mlb #mlbhotstove #newyorkmets #newyork #dodgers #losangeles #bluejays #toronto #torontobluejays #sports #podcast #baseball #baseballlife Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The horrors are ENDLESS. They CAN'T keep getting away with this. Kyle Tucker choses the Dodgers over the METS and BLUE JAYS. Four years, $240M deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are BACK to discuss the free agent market for Kyle TUCKER! Smoke and rumors surrounding Tucker are heating up this week, with the star outfielder allegedly down to three teams - the Mets, Dodgers, and Blue Jays. Where will he sign? PLUS, the Yankees are at a "stalemate" with Cody Bellinger, and Nolan McLean is the top pitching prospect in baseball. Join us! 00...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are BACK for more MLB offseason analysis! This week, we're coming at you with our WAY too early top three WINNERS and LOSERS of the MLB offseason so far. We've got six teams on our minds - with some honorable mentions too. Are the two New York teams the biggest LOSERS so far? PLUS, the rumors around Kyle Tucker heat up. 00:00-4:05: Could Kyle Tucker have to se...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back to analyze the OFFSEASON MOVES (or lack thereof) from the New York Mets. Tonight, we tackle the question we've been avoiding - what IF the Mets are actually DONE adding players in free agency? Or are much closer to that than we think? Is this a full rebuild? Join us! 00:00-12:38: Mets Projected 2026 lineup as of today....and the PROBLEMS with it 12:39...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back for a HOLIDAY EDITION of the Why Am I a Mets Fan? Podcast! What are we MOST hoping the Mets leave us underneath the tree this offseason? PLUS, Jeff McNeil was traded to the A's as we were taping the show - live reaction. And, answering some of your mailbag questions! Happy Holidays to you and yours - wishing for Mets wins in 2026 most of all! 00:00-23...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back for another edition of the 'Why Am I a Mets Fan?" Podcast! The Mets sign infielder Jorge Polanco to a 2 year/$40 million dollar deal.. is this the CONSOLATION prize for FLOPPING at the Winter Meetings? Plus, Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz are introduced in Baltimore and Los Angeles...PAIN. Join us! 00:00-4:39: Mets sign Jorge POLANCO 4:40-11:51: Are the M...

In this episode, Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski discuss ALONSO signing with the ORIOLES. Is it a good thing that the Mets are breaking up the CORE or will this offseason be remembered in INFAMY? #mets #mlblb #mlb #mlbteams #baseballteam #baseballplayer #baseball #mets #orioles #mlbhotstove #newyork #newyorkmets #edwindiaz #petealonso #lgm #lfgm #podcast LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN ON A...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back and EDWIN DIAZ is GONE. The longtime Met, one of the best closers in baseball, is headed to LOS ANGELES on a three-year deal with the Dodgers. Buckle your seatbelts, because we have a LOT to say on this one. PLUS, Pete Alonso is shopping himself at the Winter Meetings, and the Phillies resign Kyle Schwarber. Mets gonna Met! 00:00-5:59: Mini market Ste...

On this episode of the WHY Am I a Mets Fan Podcast, Samantha and Ashley interview Alyssa Rose, Howie Rose's daughter, on all things Mets. From her early fandom, to her relationship with her dad, to her hot takes on the current state of the New York Mets, this episode covers it all. 00:00-3:40: ALYSSA ROSE tells us when she FELL IN LOVE with the METS 3:45-5:25: FAVORITE ERA of METS baseball 5:30-7:...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski have breaking news on this Sunday night. Longtime New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo has been TRADED to the Texas Rangers in exchange for 2B Marcus Semien. From the emotions behind trading the longest-tenured Met to the logistics behind the deal...we've got it all. Join us! 00:00-3:32: Initial reaction...we were SHOCKED? 3:33-8:33: Why we HATE it - the emo...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back to discuss all of the news and rumors for the New York Mets heading into next season. With rumors swirling after the GM meetings, who will still be a Met in 2026? Could key members of the core be traded? All that and more on this week's episode! 00:00-3:54: Edwin Diaz "50-50" on returning to the Mets...what will Pete Alonso's market look like? 3:55-6:...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back to discuss an Edwin Diaz EMERGENCY - Jeff Passan wants him to sign with the Dodgers?! Discussing all things Diaz free agency...would it make sense for the Dodgers? Who would the Mets replace him with? And how much money is he going to get? Join us! 00:00-5:55: Passan's thoughts - do the Dodgers NEED Edwin Diaz? 5:56-11:46: Can the Mets AFFORD to lose...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back as baseball free agency begins. The big topic of discussion today: Will Pete Alonso STAY or GO? The Mets' longtime first baseman opted out of his deal last week - should David Stearns make an effort to retain him? If not, what other options exist for the Mets? Would Schwarber, Bellinger, or Kyle Tucker be the best fit? PLUS, will the Dodgers be a play...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are BACK for an end-of-week wrap up! More on the Freddie Freeman debate, PLUS what can the Mets learn from the Dodgers' success? Then, getting into some preliminary Mets offseason MOVES - Alonso, Diaz opt out, Soto MVP finalist, and MUCH MORE! 00:00-4:57: WRAPPING UP the Freddie Freeman HOF discussion - thanks for your comments! 4:58-11:52: What can the Mets L...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back after taking a few days to digest the Dodgers' World Series win! From a remarkable Game 7 to the World Series parade in LA - we're discussing it all. PLUS, a debate on Freddie Freeman's legacy and will the Dodgers THREE-PEAT? 00:00-2:24: Ashley's back and the Dodgers are World Series champions 2:25-5:13: Yoshinobu Yamamoto MVP MASTERCLASS 5:14-7:17: H...

In this episode, Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski discuss the Dodgers 3-1 victory over the Blue Jays. It ALL comes down to GAME 7. 00:00-3:17: DODGERS win in TORONTO 3:18-7:09: YAMAMOTO is NASTY, who would be DODGERS MVP if they WIN? 7:10:-9:30: THIS GAME had a CRAZY FINISH 9:31-13:53: PITCHING SITUATION for Game 7: SCHERZER, OHTANI? 13:54-18:05: SAM and ASH FINAL PREDICTIONS #mlbb #mlb #mlbl...

In this episode, Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski discuss the shift that has occured in the World Series now that the Blue Jays have won Games 4 and 5. Can the Dodgers pull out two more in Canada? 00:00-7:24: Trey Yesavage is having a POSTSEASON to REMEBER 7:25-12:39: Did DODGERS chances to win WORLD SERIES DROP after tonight? 12:40-19:14: The DODGERS have a BULLPEN PROBLEM #mlblb #mlbb #mlb...

In this video, Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski discuss the Blue Jays' gutsy victory in Game 4 of the World Series to tie it up 2-2. Is tomorrow's game a MUST WIN for the DODGER if they want to win it ALL? 00:00-3:48: BLUE JAYS pull off GUTSY win 3:49-5:39: VLADDY DADDY hits homer off OHTANI 5:40-7:54: DODGERS have seventh inning MELTDOWN 7:55-9:42: OHTANI shows GRIT in START 9:43-12:02: DODG...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are up at 3 am on the East Coast to discuss one of the CRAZIEST baseball games in World Series history. Freddie Freeman WALKS IT OFF in the 18th inning to send the Dodgers home with a 6-5 win in Game 3 in Los Angeles. PLUS, Will Klein, Shohei Ohtani, and MUCH more. Are the Blue Jays SUNK? Was this one of the best games of baseball EVER played? Join us!00:00-4:...

Ashley Wenskoski is joined tonight by Intern Dan Papillo to recap the Game Two of the World Series! The Dodgers tied up the series 1-1 after topping the Blue Jays 5-1 in Toronto. LAD received a dominant pitching performance from Yoshinobu Yamamoto - what do the Blue Jays have to do to overcome this Dodgers team? Join us! 00:00-4:44: Gausman, Yamamoto pitchers duel...Smith, Muncy HRs 4:45-8:09: Yam...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are here to dissect Game One of the World Series! The Blue Jays win 11-4 behind an offensive outburst in the bottom of the sixth inning - Addison Barger put the HAMMER down. Plus, Snell vs. Yasavage and the Dodgers bullpen WOES. How worried should Los Angeles fans be right now? Do the Blue Jays have momentum on their side? 00:00-3:50: Blue Jays DOMINATE - are...

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back to discuss a WILD Game Seven of the ALCS. The Toronto Blue Jays are headed to the World Series for the first time since 1993 - how did they pull it off after falling behind 0-2 in the series? PLUS, heartbreak in Seattle and how do the Jays matchup against the Dodgers? Which team has the edge heading into the World Series? Join us! #mlb #mlbb #mlbbaseb...