Jeff McNeil & Francisco Alvarez RETURN – Mets Stars Talk Bat Changes, Soto, & Playoff Moments Jeff McNeil & Francisco Alvarez RETURN – Mets Stars Talk Bat Changes, Soto, & Playoff Moments Welcome back to Meet at the Apple, the official podcast of the New York Mets presented by PC Richard & Son! In this special episode, we drop not one but TWO exclusive interviews timed perfectly with the return of Jeff McNeil and Francisco Alvarez to the Mets lineup. 🗣️ McNeil opens up about his new bat and “Happy Jeff” resurgence. 🔥 Alvarez dishes on Juan Soto mind games, being a clubhouse leader, and why he got "The Best" tattoo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New York Mets just swept the Philadelphia Phillies and turned Citi Field into an absolute fortress. Vito Calise and Jonathan Baron break it all down in this electric new episode of Meet at the Apple, presented by PC Richard & Son. From Francisco Lindor’s fireworks to Starling Marte’s walk-off heroics and Juan Soto’s cannon arm, the boys relive all the biggest plays, momentum shifts, and vibes from a flawless 7-0 homestand. Plus, they dig into Luisangel Acuña’s rise, Tyler Megill’s dominance, bullpen brilliance, and why the Mets have the deepest lineup in baseball. 🚨 Is Citi Field now the best home field advantage in baseball? 🔥 Are Lindor, Alonso, and Soto going to be All-Stars? 👀 And which prospects are about to break through next? Subscribe, like, and comment your favorite moment from the sweep! LET'S GO METS! 💙🧡 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mets are RED HOT at Citi Field and Carlos Mendoza is here to break it all down with Vito Calise and Jonathan Baron on this week’s episode of Meet at the Apple, presented by PC Richard & Son. Mendoza shares insights on Pete Alonso’s explosive start, Francisco Alvarez and Jeff McNeil’s looming returns, and why Luisangel Acuña’s versatility is changing the lineup calculus. Plus: How the Mets are keeping pitchers fresh, getting aggressive on the bases, and why Citi Field might be the toughest place to play in baseball right now. Subscribe for more exclusive interviews, game breakdowns, and behind-the-scenes stories from your favorite team in Queens! #LGM #Mets #CarlosMendoza #PeteAlonso #FranciscoAlvarez #JeffMcNeil #LuisangelAcuna #CitiField #MLBPodcast Chapters: 00:00 – Citi Field crowd energy is off the charts 00:15 – Carlos Mendoza on the Mets’ culture shift 01:00 – Pete Alonso’s blazing start to 2025 01:57 – What makes Pete different this year 02:07 – Injury updates: Alvarez & McNeil rehab progress 03:00 – Defensive puzzle: Where do Alvarez & McNeil fit? 04:25 – The rise of Luisangel Acuña 05:22 – Mets’ aggressive base running strategy 06:52 – Why the Mets aren’t giving up homers 07:29 – Citi Field sellouts in April 08:30 – Kodai Senga pitch count & ramp-up plan 09:16 – Mendoza’s 100th managerial win 10:00 – NL East outlook: Phillies, D-Backs & beyond 10:52 – Bullpen management during the no-off-day stretch 12:03 – Thank you, PC Richard & Son! Ad Break 00:05:22:10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New York Mets just SWEPT the St. Louis Cardinals in a wild four-game series at Citi Field — and Meet at the Apple is here to break it all down! From Francisco Lindor’s iconic walk-off home run to Brandon Nimmo’s game-saving grab and Kodai Senga’s dominant start, Vito and Jon take you inside the biggest moments of the weekend. We’re talking Pete Alonso’s MVP-level production, Juan Soto starting to get HOT in a Mets uniform, the rise of Luisangel Acuña, elite Mets pitching, and whether Citi Field is officially a nightmare for opponents. Plus: The Wave Debate, prospect updates from Future Flushing, and a look ahead to a huge series against the Phillies. Don’t miss this jam-packed episode of the official podcast of the New York Mets — presented by PC Richard & Son. ⏱️ Timestamps / YouTube Chapters: 00:00 - Lindor’s Walk-Off: Cold Blooded 00:27 - Mets Sweep the Cardinals: A Statement Weekend 01:13 - Citi Field Is Rocking (In April!) 02:11 - Why This Feels Like a Pennant Race 03:07 - Star Power: Lindor, Soto, Alonso 04:35 - 🔥 Top 5 Moments of the Series 04:40 - #5: Lindor’s Leadoff HR in Game 4 05:47 - #4: Nimmo Robs a HR 07:06 - #3: Kodai Senga’s Ghost Fork Dominance 08:48 - #2: Mark Vientos Goes Deep (Twice) 09:59 - #1: Lindor’s Walk-Off Magic 12:18 - Is Lindor a Hall of Famer? 13:59 - The Great Citi Field Wave Debate 16:01 - Wave vs No-Wave: The Energy Argument 20:04 - Mets Pitching Is ELITE 21:58 - Griffin Canning and Clay Holmes Stand Out 25:03 - David Peterson’s Sneaky Greatness 27:44 - Bullpen Dominance: Minter, Diaz, Garrett 29:35 - Rotation Variety Is a Nightmare for Opponents 32:00 - Acuña Rising: Mets' Spark Plug 34:49 - Tyrone Taylor: Unsung Hero 35:30 - Juan Soto: The Ted Williams Swing 36:45 - Mets All-Stars? Lindor, Soto, Alonso, Acuña 38:44 - Future Flushing: Blade Tidwell, Sproat, Hammel 44:14 - Jett Williams Slugging, Marco Vargas Balling 47:07 - Chandler Marsh: Undrafted Gem 49:15 - Minor League Infield of the Future 50:56 - Preview: Phillies Series at Citi Field Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mets just dropped a tough series to the Twins, but is it time to panic or are there real reasons to stay optimistic? Vito and Jon break down all the highs and lows from the road trip, discuss Luisangel Acuña’s breakout, and debate what’s next for the lineup and the pitching staff. The guys dive into the “Hoodie Soto” phenomenon, Mets schedule quirks, upcoming giveaways, and what to expect with a massive homestand against the Cardinals and Phillies. Plus, get the inside scoop on the hottest Mets prospects tearing it up in the minors. If you want to stay ahead on all things Mets, you can’t miss this episode! Timestamps (Chapters): 00:00 – Acuña’s Breakout & Defensive Impact 01:00 – Mets Drop Series to Twins: Raw Reactions 03:00 – Tough Calls, Late-Game Drama & Mets Magic 06:00 – Lindor’s Leadership & Costly Errors 08:00 – The Power of Depth: Hagenman’s Debut & Pitching Options 11:00 – Bullpen Games & The Stearns Blueprint 13:00 – Holmes Shines; Managing Pitching Workloads 15:00 – Luisangel Acuña’s Value & Center Field Options 18:00 – That’s Electric: Presented by PC Richard & Son - Hoodie Soto 20:00 – Soto’s Comments: Yankees, Judge & Impact on Mets Lineup 24:00 – Breaking Down Pitch Selection & Alonso’s MVP Start 28:00 – Citi Field Giveaways, Merch Drops, & Mr. Met’s Birthday 31:00 – Schedule Oddities, Realignment Ideas, and MLB Storylines 36:00 – Mets Prospect Watch: Ewing, Houck, Vargas & More 39:00 – Cardinals Series Preview & NL Contender Breakdown 42:00 – Homestand Expectations, Fan Events & Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mets just took another series and might be the best team in the National League?! Vito Calise and Jonathan Baron break down Kodai Senga’s dominant start, Pete Alonso’s MVP-level plate discipline, and Brett Baty’s breakout weekend. Plus: how the Mets keep winning without Francisco Alvarez, Jeff McNeil, and Frankie Montas—and why the best might still be to come. Is this the deepest Mets team we’ve seen in years? We’ve got all the answers—and a full look at the red-hot Mets farm system. 00:00 - Are the Mets the best team in the NL? 00:38 - Mets take the series over the “Sacramento” Athletics 01:19 - Kodai Senga shoves in Game 3 02:24 - Why the A’s aren’t pushovers 04:00 - Sacramento stadium chaos (golf carts, dugout quirks) 05:06 - Top 5 moments from the Mets-A’s series 06:04 - #5 Shenanigans in Sacramento 09:39 - #4: Brett Baty’s breakout Sunday 15:22 - #3: Pete Alonso’s HR & elite plate discipline 17:16 - #2: Mets explode for 8 runs in Game 3 20:12 - #1: Kodai Senga’s Cy Young-caliber outing 22:01 - Why Senga is key to the Mets' postseason push 23:18 - Previewing Mets vs Twins, Cardinals & Phillies 24:18 - Weather watch: chilly Minnesota ahead 25:12 - Megill, Holmes & Canning = rotation depth 25:54 - The Big Question: Is this the NL’s best team? 28:01 - Elite pitching + power hasn’t even shown up yet 30:27 - Alvarez, McNeil, Montas, Nunez injury updates 32:05 - Mets rotation thriving even with key absences 33:10 - Bullpen weapons + Syracuse depth 34:46 - Cubs, D-Backs & key May matchups 35:25 - Minor League Report: Sproat, Suarez, McLean 38:10 - Cyclones: Suero, Serrano, Thornton shine 40:11 - St. Lucie: AJ Ewing goes deep 41:01 - Mets player development is loaded 42:19 - Matt Allan’s incredible comeback 43:10 - Ex-Mets Mike Vasil & JT Ginn off to hot MLB starts 45:06 - Subscribe + follow for more Mets content 45:26 - Masters weekend & random golf talk 47:02 - Outro & final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The vibes are back in Queens! The crew is LIVE from Citi Field recapping a thrilling 5-1 homestand for the Mets. From big-time plays on the field to elite energy from the fans in the stands, this opening week had it all. We break down the top five moments from the Marlins series, Pete Alonso's red-hot bat, the impact of Juan Soto, and what to expect as the Mets head west. Plus, a loaded "Future of Flushing" update featuring rising stars in Brooklyn and Binghamton. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes all season long. ⚾🍎 📍 CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Citi Field crowd shows up in the cold 01:22 - Welcome to Meet at the Apple (Live!) 02:18 - Wrapping up a 5-1 homestand 02:33 - Top 5 moments of Mets vs Marlins 02:42 - #5: Shoutout to Mets fans in the cold 05:10 - MLB's decision to move game time 06:38 - Hand warmer toss idea & more fan love 07:30 - #4: Mark Vientos' patient approach 09:07 - Comments shoutout + fan reactions 09:41 - #3: Francisco Lindor's hot start 12:09 - Lindor’s power + the Mets’ lineup depth 13:18 - Marlins' defense vs Great Dane Myers' catches 15:01 - Weather challenges & credit to the Mets 16:20 - #2: Clay Holmes strikes out 10 18:50 - Clay's adjustments and poise on the mound 20:00 - #1: Pete Alonso makes 'em pay after Soto walk 22:52 - The Juan Soto effect across the lineup 24:25 - Mets lineup depth is their biggest weapon 25:37 - Looking ahead: Mets head to Sacramento 27:02 - Run-friendly ballpark could boost offense 28:13 - Oakland slip jar & all-time "Almost Mets" 29:44 - Future of Flushing: Cyclones are hot 31:16 - Drew Gilbert update + more MiLB names to watch 34:12 - Joey Meneses, Jonah Tong & others off to hot starts 35:05 - Mets fans brought the vibes all week 36:00 - The Mets' run prevention formula is working 38:10 - Rotation depth paying off 40:00 - Edwin Diaz, McNeil, Alvarez updates 41:09 - Big picture: Mets are one of MLB’s hottest teams 42:31 - Wrapping up + thank you fans! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Meet at the Apple, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza joins hosts Vito Calise and Jonathan Baron from Citi Field for a deep-dive conversation on the 2025 New York Mets. The trio reflects on the electric atmosphere of Opening Day, the emergence of key players like Pete Alonso and Luis Torrens, the strategy behind plate discipline, and the crucial role of the bullpen. Mendoza also shares insight into: How the Mets are building a new clubhouse identity The value of having elite on-base threats like Juan Soto in the lineup The maturity of Tylor Megill and what’s driving his Opening Day dominance Plus, get updates on Jeff McNeil and Ronny Mauricio, working relationship with Desi Druschel and Jeremy Hefner, and enjoy Mendoza’s thoughts on Jesse Winker’s unexpected triple and the late-inning magic that’s already thrilling Mets fans this season. Whether you’re a die-hard Mets fan or just love baseball strategy, this 18-minute conversation is packed with insights from the skipper himself. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome back to Citi Field with Carlos Mendoza 00:35 – Reflecting Opening Day and the home crowd energy 01:22 – Early season clubhouse vibes and team personality 02:05 – Emphasis on plate discipline and team-wide approach 03:31 – Luis Torrens: Defensive anchor and clutch contributor 04:52 – Pete Alonso's hot start, fan reaction, and leadership 06:03 – Is Juan Soto the key to Pete Alonso’s protection? 07:15 – The Citi Field crowd advantage and playoff-like intensity 08:01 – Dominant bullpen mentality and depth 10:55 – Pitching development: Desi Druschel & Jeremy Hefner dynamic 12:06 – Hitting bullpens late: Mets’ late-inning magic 13:26 – Injury updates: Jeff McNeil & Ronny Mauricio 14:12 – Jesse Winker’s hustle triple and underrated speed 15:26 – Trusted lefty bats vs. southpaws: Nimmo, Soto, Winker 16:23 – “Primetime” Tylor Megill and Opening Day 17:39 – Outro: Follow the show & see Carlos Mendoza at Citi Field Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SUBSCRIBE HERE ➡️ https://linktr.ee/meetattheapple The New York Mets are rolling! In this episode of Meet at the Apple, Vito Calise and Jon Baron break down the Mets' electrifying sweep over the Toronto Blue Jays and ask the big question — are the Mets about to take off in 2025? From dominant starting pitching and a shutdown bullpen to Pete Alonso’s power surge and Jesse Winker’s clutch heroics, we cover all the top moments from an unforgettable weekend at Citi Field. We also spotlight standout performances from the Mets’ minor league system and celebrate the incredible Citi Field fan energy (yes, the pitch clock countdown is working!). With Jeff McNeil and Ronnie Mauricio nearing returns, could this team be on the verge of something special? #LGM #Mets #NewYorkMets #MeetAtTheApple #MLB #Baseball #MetsPodcast #BlueJays #PeteAlonso #JesseWinker #CitiField TIME STAMPS 00:00 - Are the Mets about to take off? 00:27 - Mets sweep recap & Citi Field weekend vibes 01:30 - Why sweeping the Blue Jays felt extra sweet 04:00 - Top 5 Moments from Mets vs. Blue Jays 04:44 - #5: Opening Day magic & Pete Alonso’s crowd moment 06:15 - #4: Lindor walk-off & the freezing fan energy 08:44 - #3: Bullpen dominance & early season ERA leaders 12:18 - Purple sleeves, City Connect fits & fashion talk 13:33 - #2: Jesse Winker’s clutch triple 15:35 - #1: Pete Alonso’s opening day home run & curtain call 18:16 - Wrestler first pitch & viral Citi Field moment 21:03 - Max Kranick’s Citi Field debut & David Wright shoutout 22:24 - Weekend attendance stats & fan engagement 24:15 - Carlos Mendoza on fan impact & pitch clock countdown 28:28 - Jeff McNeil and Ronnie Mauricio injury updates 30:19 - Mets offense: ready to explode? 32:07 - Mets upcoming schedule & missing Sandy Alcantara 35:17 -Kodai Senga’s return to Citi Field 36:30 - Bartolo’s torpedo bat & the epic jersey handoff 38:26 - Future of Flushing: Mets Minor League standouts 42:34 - Organizational depth & Syracuse Mets overview 44:46 - Final thoughts & preview of next episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Opening Day is here, and the vibes are immaculate! Vito Calise and Jon Baron are LIVE from Citi Field to break down everything Mets fans need to know. From Pete Alonso’s red-hot start and game-winning grand slam to Hayden Senger’s first MLB hit and Luis Torrens becoming a defensive machine — we’ve got your top 5 Mets stories from the Marlins series. ⚾ We also dive into the dominant bullpen, Kodai Senga’s nasty ghost fork, and David Peterson’s strikeout clinic. Plus: Citi Field’s newest addition — the 5 Borough Mascot Race! We’re talking surprises, giveaways, magnetic schedules, and maybe even an upgraded Edwin Díaz entrance 👀 And stick around to the end for an exclusive interview with Victus Sports founder Jared Smith as he breaks down the viral torpedo bats that are changing MLB. What are they? Are they legal? And how can they help YOU hit bombs? 🔥 Don’t miss a second — hit like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for all things Mets! 🕒 CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Welcome to Opening Day at Citi Field 02:08 - Top 5 Mets Storylines vs. Marlins 02:28 - #5: Hayden Senger’s first MLB hit 03:55 - #4: Bullpen dominance + Max Kranick steps up 07:05 - #3: Luis Torrens breakout + elite caught stealing rate 09:04 - #2: David Peterson’s strong start, 9 Ks 12:53 - #1: Pete Alonso’s plate discipline transformation 17:20 - Citi Field Opening Weekend Preview + Surprises 19:13 - Mascot Race Preview + Favorite Borough Picks 23:37 - Should we relegate mascots? Let’s debate 26:07 - Braves’ early struggles + Mets gaining ground 31:01 - Rotation depth + pitching prospects on the rise 33:04 - Citi Field Block Party + Game Day Tips 34:40 - Final thoughts before Opening Day + See ya at Citi! 35:17 - INTERVIEW: Jared Smith (Victus Sports Founder) 35:45 - What is a torpedo bat & why it’s trending 38:05 - Legal rules behind the torpedo bat 39:07 - Custom bats + tech at Baseball Performance Lab 41:13 - How MLB hitters are optimizing their bats 42:14 - Torpedo bat vs. normal bats — data insights 43:42 - Consumer demand + amateur players using them 45:15 - Baseball’s innovation era is just beginning 46:00 - What’s next for bat tech at Victus? 46:56 - Outro — Thanks for watching! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony De Lucia of Lucia Footwear Co. joins Vito Calise and Jon Baron for a deep dive into the art of custom cleats. From designing Pete Alonso’s 9/11 tribute cleats for the entire Mets roster, to creating David Wright’s final game shoes, to making over 50 pairs for Doc Gooden and some special shoes for Aaron Judge — Anthony shares stories, process, and passion. He even reveals what went into the custom kicks he made for the hosts (and Steve Cohen!). If you love baseball, sneakers, or just a good behind-the-scenes hustle, this episode is for you. 🧢 Follow Anthony De Lucia: 📸 Instagram: @luciafootwearco 🐦 Twitter/X: @luciafootwearco 📍 Topics include: 0:00 – Pete Alonso’s 9/11 cleats project 1:04 – Welcome Anthony De Lucia 1:36 – How he got started designing cleats 2:57 – David Wright’s final game cleats 5:00 – Customizing for Mets stars 9:01 – Working with Aaron Judge 10:08 – Custom cleats for Doc Gooden 10:24 – Mets security guard Carlos' SpongeBob kicks 11:53 – Mets players he's worked with 12:09 – Why he roots for both NY teams 14:00 – Design process & airbrush techniques 17:06 – The wild Steve Cohen birthday shoe story 20:00 – Favorite player he hasn’t worked with yet 21:30 – Shoes for Opening Day 2025 22:55 – NIL deals & college baseball customs 24:45 – The hustle: agents, DMs, and word of mouth 25:58 – Sneaker reveal for the hosts 29:50 – How hard is it to paint size 16s? 33:33 – Where to follow and commission Lucia Footwear Co. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Three games into the season and Mets pitching is already turning heads. Vito and Jon break down an encouraging opening series in Houston — from Juan Soto’s first homer as a Met, to dominant bullpen performances, and breakout starts from Tylor Megill, Griffin Canning, and Clay Holmes. Plus, we show some love to Blade Tidwell, give props to @,MetsJr69 and talk about the vibes heading into the Marlins series. 🎧 Hosted by: Vito Calise (@VitoFCalise) & Jonathan Baron (@JMB9191) 📍 New episodes all season long — Subscribe so you never miss a pitch! Subscribe - https://linktr.ee/meetattheapple Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Opening Day is here, Mets fans! Vito and Jon are back in studio for a special Meet at the Apple season preview. From breakout candidates to bold predictions, we're diving into the top five things we're most excited about for 2025 — including the rise of Clay Holmes, Brett Baty’s return, and why Juan Soto might go down as the best Met ever. We break down the Mets' depth, Opening Day roster surprises, and why this team could be the strongest we’ve seen in our lifetimes. Plus, predictions galore: from Brandon Nimmo’s power surge to Pete Alonso's home run count, and even the Mets’ final record. 👇 Drop your season prediction in the comments! How many wins are the Mets putting up in 2025? 🎧 Available on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts. 00:00 – Top 5 Exciting Mets Storylines for 2025 01:02 – Welcome to the Season Preview Episode 02:07 – Year 2 of the Podcast & the Mets’ New Era 03:10 – Bold(ish) Predictions vs. Cautious Optimism 04:38 – Injury Talk & Mets Depth Breakdown 05:55 – Brett Baty’s Breakout Spring & Positional Versatility 08:00 – Outfield Depth & Hayden Senger’s Opening Day Story 10:14 – Senger's Journey & Personal Moment 12:13 – Brandon Nimmo's Power Prediction 13:11 – What Juan Soto Brings to the Lineup 14:11 – Soto + Alonso = Serious Protection 15:52 – Pete Alonso Home Run Prediction 17:11 – Mets Scoring Early on Opening Day? 18:14 – Mark Vientos’ Full-Season Impact 19:57 – Clay Holmes as a Starter & Rotation Strategy 21:54 – Bullpen Depth & Strategic Use Early in Season 24:06 – Triple-A Reinforcements to Watch in 2025 26:50 – Rising Prospects: Jonah Tong, Noah Hall, Jet Williams & More 30:13 – Return Timelines: McNeil, Alvarez & More 32:02 – DH Stability & Positional Flexibility 33:10 – Tylor Megill & Griffin Canning: Spring Standouts 35:03 – Final Predictions & Full Team Outlook 36:42 – Jon’s Official Mets Record Prediction 38:14 – This Team Could Be Historic 39:15 – Edwin Díaz + Final Thoughts & Fan Call to Action Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryne Stanek joins the show to talk about why he chose to return to the Mets, the family atmosphere in the clubhouse, and how offseason training with teammates like Sean and Pete played a big part in “running it back.” Stanek also opens up about the biomechanical tweaks that helped him return to form on the mound — plus, we get into his not-so-subtle arrival in camp driving the “War Machine” and his impressive streak of postseason appearances.   🍎 Meet at the Apple – Presented by the New York Mets   🔔 Subscribe for more player interviews and behind-the-scenes stories from Citi Field.   ⏱️ Timestamps:   00:00 – Stanek on his first days with the Mets and early conversations about team culture 00:28 – Offseason training with Sean, Pete, and Vader builds offseason chemistry 01:10 – The “War Machine” car and pulling up in style 01:49 – Re-signing with the Mets: more than just baseball – it’s family 02:26 – How the Mets helped his family adjust to life in NYC 03:38 – Clubhouse vibes vs. on-field performance 04:32 – The Mets’ role in helping him rediscover his mechanics 06:00 – Biomechanics, training staff, and syncing everything up 07:15 – Stanek’s five straight postseason appearances 07:45 – Free agency realities and the behind-the-scenes friendships 09:39 – Life decisions and the weight of moving city to city 10:07 – Final thoughts and gratitude from Stanek   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Luisangel Acuña, one of the New York Mets’ most exciting young players, for an in-depth and personal interview at Spring Training. Luisangel opens up about his MLB debut, filling in for Francisco Lindor, being part of the blockbuster Max Scherzer trade, what it’s like being the brother of Ronald Acuña Jr., and his favorite moments in a Mets uniform so far. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories about how he found out he was being called up, his walk-up music (yes, Hakuna Matata), and whether he’ll out-steal his brother this season. This is the Luisangel Acuña interview Mets fans won’t want to miss. 📌 Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 – Intro: Welcome to The Mets Pod 00:17 – Acuña on mindset heading into 2025 00:44 – His minor league journey and call-up experience 01:02 – Advice from Francisco Lindor 01:19 – Handling pressure, expectations, and his last name 02:03 – Getting the call to the big leagues 02:48 – Why he performed better in the majors 03:26 – Watching Juan Soto rumors unfold 03:59 – Favorite Mets moment of 2024 05:03 – Why Acuña wears No. 2 (not for who you think!) 05:46 – Offseason bonding with Ronald Acuña Jr. 06:21 – Game 161: Mets vs Braves brother moment 07:06 – Who steals more bases in 2025? 07:41 – His close relationship with his mom 08:15 – The emotional call to his mom after the call-up 08:24 – Using “Hakuna Matata” as his walk-up song 08:50 – Will he keep it for 2025? 08:56 – Outro & social plugs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, AJ Minter joins hosts Vito Calise and Jonathon Baron to talk all things Mets, from his transition to New York to bullpen vibes and even his top-secret fried deer steak recipe. Minter gives insight into his recovery process, the importance of camaraderie in the bullpen, and what it's like being teammates with longtime friend Drew Smith. Plus, who wins in a fight—Mr. Met or Blooper? And will he change his walkout song for the Citi Field crowd? All that and more in this can't-miss episode of Meet at the Apple! 🎧🍎 #LGM Time Stamps 00:00 – 00:09 Welcome to Meet at the Apple with Vito Calise, Jonathon Baron, and special guest AJ Minter 00:10 – 00:37 AJ Minter reflects on his past comments that stirred up New York 00:38 – 01:09 Did Minter say anything wrong? His fiancée thinks so! 01:10 – 01:34 Mr. Met vs. Blooper – who wins in a fight? 01:35 – 02:26 Recovery update: Minter on his hip, rehab, and getting ready for the season 02:27 – 03:19 Fried deer steak?! AJ’s go-to meal and how he prepares it 03:20 – 04:12 The JB Moss connection—how Minter’s high school teammate led him to Texas A&M 04:13 – 05:01 Talking rehab and recovery with Mets teammate David Peterson 05:02 – 05:59 Minter on former Braves teammate Tyler Matzek signing with the Yankees 06:00 – 07:10 Breaking down the Mets bullpen—chemistry, roles, and expectations 07:11 – 08:03 Minter’s history with Drew Smith—friends since they were 10! 08:04 – 08:36 Citi Field entrance music—will Minter switch it up? 08:37 – 09:20 Nickname showdown: "Mint Mobile" or "Minty Fresh"? 09:21 – 09:38 Closing thoughts—Minter on the Mets being the best team in New York Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mets closer Edwin Díaz joins Meet at the Apple to talk about his playoff heroics, what it was like clinching at Citi Field, and his epic entrance. He also shares thoughts on Juan Soto joining the team, the bullpen’s new additions, and how he plans to dominate in 2025. Plus, we brainstorm ways to make his iconic Narco entrance even better! 📌 Chapters: 00:00 - Intro: Meet at the Apple with Edwin Díaz 00:15 - Feeling Fully Healthy in 2024 00:27 - Heroic Outing in Atlanta: Game 161 00:44 - Pitching in High-Stakes Moments 01:20 - Shutting Down Milwaukee in Game 3 02:00 - Clinching at Citi Field: The Final Out 02:53 - Brainstorming New Entrance Ideas 03:57 - Fog, Spotlights & Laser Shows – Díaz Reacts 05:03 - Juan Soto Joins the Mets! 05:25 - Breaking Down the 2024 Mets Bullpen 06:00 - The Bullpen’s Home Run Hat Trick 06:39 - Striking Out Bryce Harper (Again?) 07:24 - Francisco Lindor: The Clubhouse Leader 08:32 - More Entrance Ideas & Wrapping Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mets third baseman Brett Baty sits down with Meet at the Apple to talk about his 2025 season mindset, switching jersey numbers, and his battle for a starting role. Baty opens up about his confidence in becoming a star, adjusting to multiple infield positions, and what it's like to be back in camp with teammates. Must-watch for all Mets fans! 💥 Timestamps ⏳ 00:00 - Brett Baty’s Mindset: “I Know I’m a Major League Star” ⏳ 00:38 - How’s Spring Training Going? Baty on His Health & Vibes ⏳ 01:04 - Aaron Rodgers' Darkness Retreat? Baty Reacts to Garrett Wilson’s Take ⏳ 01:43 - Why Brett Baty Switched to Jersey #7 ⏳ 02:21 - The Truth Behind Juan Soto Taking #22 from Baty ⏳ 03:01 - Baty on His Position Battle & Competing for a Starting Spot ⏳ 03:37 - Playing Multiple Positions: How Baty Handles 3B, 2B & 1B ⏳ 04:07 - Mark Vientos & Baty: A Strong Bond Since 2020 ⏳ 04:44 - Watching Vientos Shine in the Postseason ⏳ 05:21 - Development Isn’t Linear: Baty on Overcoming Challenges ⏳ 06:11 - “I See a Beach Ball, Then a Golf Ball” – The Mental Side of MLB ⏳ 06:35 - The Story Behind Baty’s Flashy New Chain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New York Mets superstar Francisco Lindor joins Meet at the Apple for an exclusive interview, diving deep into his most iconic moments at Citi Field, the electric fan atmosphere, and his mindset heading into the 2025 season. From his unforgettable postseason Grand Slam against the Phillies to ranking his biggest regular season home runs, Lindor shares never-before-heard insights into his career, personal moments, and what it means to play in front of the best fans in baseball. 🔹 Will Lindor change his walk-up song? 🔹 What lessons has he learned from past seasons? 🔹 Inside the epic Grand Slam that shook Citi Field! 🔹 The moment his teammates mobbed him at shortstop instead of the mound! 🔹 David Wright’s legacy and Lindor’s Hall of Fame dreams. 🔥 Mets fans, this one is for YOU! Don't forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content! #LGM #Mets #FranciscoLindor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

🔥 Brandon Nimmo joins us to talk about the New York Mets' epic playoff run, clinching at Citi Field, his beard transformation, and the return of Pete Alonso! 😱 Plus, inside stories about Michael Harris' antics, the Phillies rivalry, and how the Mets are building a dynasty. 🏆 Is this THE YEAR the Mets finally take it all? Subscribe for more exclusive interviews! 🟠🔵 ⏩ Timestamps: 0:00 - The moment the Mets clinched at Citi Field! 🏟️ 0:27 - Overcoming the Braves & Phillies in the playoffs ⚾ 1:15 - The beard story: Why Nimmo never shaved after the postseason 🤯 2:03 - Becoming a dad! Diaper-changing confessions 👶💩 3:45 - Michael Harris drama: The tongue-out celebration explained 👀 5:02 - Mets' playoff energy & WWE-style celebrations 💪 6:40 - Facing the Braves & Phillies again—bad blood brewing? 🔥 7:55 - Nimmo’s reaction to the huge Mets free-agent signing 9:42 - Texting a superstar to convince him to join the Mets 📲 12:10 - Pete Alonso's return to New York—why it matters! 14:00 - Girl dads unite! Mets’ baby boom & Disney plans 🎢 16:10 - Nimmo’s World Series mindset & Mets' championship goal 🏆 17:50 - Final thoughts & Nimmo’s rundown of his emotional photo taken at the NLDS Clinch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices