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00:00 Young call-ups & clubhouse energy (Nolan McLean spark)

00:34 Welcome David Wright

01:11 ’07 vs ’08 — which “got away”?

02:10 Johan’s knee, three-days’ rest & rotation context

03:19 The 2005 “turning point” team (Pedro, Beltrán, Jacobs)

05:13 Building a core: friendships → winning baseball

06:23 Carlos Delgado = Hall of Famer? Leadership & hitting lessons

07:52 Blind-ranking Wright moments (bare-hander, Citi HR, 2015 return, WS HR, Mo walk-off)

09:23 Why the Mo walk-off was the “I made it” moment

09:38 Yankees respect vs true NL East rivalries

10:45 Post-interview reset

11:49 Little League Classic weekend vibes

15:14 Top 5 — #5 Jonah Tong dominates AAA debut

16:59 Top 5 — #4 Lindor/Soto go back-to-back vs Castillo

17:56 Top 5 — #3 Manaea’s booth cameo & jokes

19:20 Top 5 — #2 Vientos’ opposite-field three-run HR off Kirby

20:37 Top 5 — #1 Nolan McLean’s dazzling debut (& behind-the-back DP)

22:34 McLean’s two-way past and why pitching won out

23:46 Clubhouse celebration lore (postgame “bath”)

25:05 Fans showed up — crowd energy at Citi

26:02 Big homestand → Phillies looming

27:26 Manfred chat & realignment fan-fic

28:08 Alvarez status + NL catcher OPS context since July 21

30:23 “Big Dumper” scouting report (comic relief)

31:57 Bullpen spotlight: Gregory Soto’s run, usage with McLean starts

35:09 On to Washington — keep the edge

38:26 Bonus: The Gilded Age chat with Ben Ahlers

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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, Ryan Clifford, and Carson Benge, what he learned in the weight room, advice for the AA→AAA leap (“be me”), and repping Team Canada one day. Plus: Tim Lincecum inspo, “Canadian Cannon” nickname, Smash Bros vs. Sean Manaea, and more.Key moments:The grip tweak & why his cambio now tunnels and kills vert (10–11 mph off) Hitting 99 on the board before the call-up Futures Game curve he keeps rewatching Promoted with Jett, Clifford, Benge; culture in Bingo “Be me” advice for AAA & pitch mix (slider/change) Lincecum tapes with dad; “Canadian Cannon” shirts WBC Canada interest & the “eh” Bowman auto If you’re new here, we’re the official Mets podcast giving you the stories behind the box score. Subscribe for more interviews with the future of Flushing.Chapters (00:00 format)00:00 Mets–Braves series vibes, schedule gauntlet, Alonso HR record talk10:05 Alonso breaks the franchise HR mark, memories & milestones18:22 Why Jonah Tong is special to us + intro to the interview 20:53 Jonah joins: growth from 2023 PSL to AAA now 22:19 Velocity spike day, “saw 98… hit 99” story 24:55 Strength work, movement quality 26:14 Moving up with Jett/Clifford/Benge; Bingo culture 28:31 Deep Mets arm group: Sproat, McLean, Santucci, Thornton, Wenninger 30:11 Lincecum influence & nicknames (“Canadian Cannon”) 33:07 The AA→AAA jump & best advice: “Be me” 34:51 Futures Game curveball; slider/change progress 36:23 The changeup grip (horseshoe), selling 10–11 mph off 38:52 Team Canada & the “eh” auto; South Park bit 46:08 Rehab week: Winker/Raley, Smash Bros vs. Manaea 55:20 Uncle Jonah & sign-off; why the org future is bright

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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, playoff odds, Juan Soto’s postseason potential, and why Citi Field vibes might just need a reset. Then, Islanders’ first overall pick Matt Schaefer joins the show for a fun, wide-ranging interview about New York food, chirping, and representing the orange and blue.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Mets promote top prospects – Williams, Tong, Clifford, Benge, Ewing
01:19 Mets-Brewers recap & blown leads frustration
03:08 Starling Marte’s base running mastery & Lindor’s rare error
05:16 Mets playoff odds & NL landscape
06:12 Brewers’ hot streak & MLB season ups/downs
07:20 Why Juan Soto changes everything in October
08:48 Soto’s 30-30 watch & Antoine Richardson’s base stealing magic
10:54 Braves preview & basepath aggression
11:49 American Family Field: Mets’ regular-season nightmare
12:45 Changing the vibes – superstitions & routines
16:59 Brewers fan takes foul ball from kid
18:43 Deep dive on the prospect promotions & Future of Flushing impact
20:04 Why Jett Williams could be a star
22:07 Ryan Clifford’s power surge & young core chemistry
24:02 Mets’ farm system depth & dynasty potential
26:00 Syracuse Mets dream lineup
27:20 Carson Benge’s elite bat & athleticism
27:42 Other rising prospects – Leon Pena, Jonathan Kentucky
28:37 Jonah Tong’s strikeout dominance & Triple-A debut
30:48 Why the Double-A to Triple-A jump is so hard
33:12 Kevin Parada’s resurgence & catcher depth
34:52 Patience with new Triple-A arrivals
36:13 Triple-A veteran hitters vs. young arms challenge
37:20 Fun with Syracuse team name ideas
38:06 Interview – Islanders #1 pick Matt Schaefer
46:40 Wrapping up with PC Richard & Son ad read
48:53 Braves series preview & Mariners ahead

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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 talks about his flamethrower mentality, pitching in high-leverage moments, and his epic Citi Field debut. Mullins opens up about joining the Mets, his legendary anime fandom, and how he plans to make an impact in Queens. This is your all-access deadline special.

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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:

Plus, food in Port St. Lucie, the Cape Cod League, and the role Steve Cohen’s support plays in building a powerhouse pipeline.

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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

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Show Open, The Mets sweep the Giants & win 7 straight
01:00 - Shoutout to Mets fans in San Diego
02:00 - Bullpen dominance breakdown (Peterson, Diaz, Soto, Garrett)
07:15 - Importance of winning a close 2–1 nailbiter
09:00 - Pete Alonso’s defensive leap saves the win
10:00 - Giants sweep recap + playoff tiebreaker implications
10:55 - Top 5 moments vs. Giants intro
11:00 - #5: Edwin Díaz shuts the door on Matt Chapman
12:30 - #4: Vientos delivers clutch go-ahead double
13:40 - Mauricio’s place in the infield logjam
15:15 - #3: Juan Soto’s opposite-field bomb + Mr. Met in the ESPN booth
17:00 - Soto’s discipline, power, and rising average
18:30 - #2: Pete Alonso makes game-saving web gem on final out
20:00 - Mets defense and base running impact winning
21:00 - #1: Ronnie Mauricio’s splash hit ties game in epic fashion
22:20 - Trivia: All 5 Mets to hit McCovey Cove
23:30 - Juan Soto’s ring celebration was a shoutout to a friend
24:30 - State of the NL: parity and playoff chaos
25:30 - Why this deadline will come down to small, smart moves
27:00 - Internal help: Drew Gilbert, Rico Garcia, Nolan McLean
28:20 - Mets’ prospect depth = trade power
30:00 - Pablo Sanchez vs. Adam Driver: who sparked the streak?
31:20 - Mets fans at Comic-Con? Let's make it happen
32:15 - Petco Park preview + Padres series outlook
33:00 - Jose Iglesias reunion
33:45 - Upcoming Citi Field weekend: Mini Bat Day, Alvarez bobblehead
34:40 - PC Richard & Son ad read
36:00 - Michael Cole full interview begins
36:30 - Growing up at Shea: 50+ games a year
37:20 - His dad’s Dodger heartbreak & Mets conversion
38:00 - Reaction to the Juan Soto signing
39:10 - Michael Cole vs. Damian Priest on Mets/Yanks trash talk
40:00 - Subway Series dreams & the 2000 heartbreak
41:10 - Trade deadline hopes: another arm, maybe CF
42:15 - Why he loves Brett Baty & Ronnie Mauricio
43:00 - Michael Cole’s ideal roster outlook
43:50 - Magic number: what wins the NL East in 2025?
44:40 - Why he doesn’t want to give up top prospects
45:45 - “I watch every Mets game — even during Monday Night Raw”
46:30 - Cole’s Mets Slack group at WWE (McAfee, Orengo, Fitting)
47:10 - Baseball vs. wrestling: storytelling, heroes, heels
48:30 - Emotional investment: how Mets & WWE fans are the same
49:30 - Mets = babyfaces, Yankees = heels
50:10 - Top 3 all-time Mets heels according to Michael Cole
51:15 - Why Keith Hernandez was the OG heel
52:00 - How wrestlers and baseball legends become folklore
52:45 - Why real fandom means daily dedication
53:30 - Final thoughts: Mets optimism, trade deadline, and the beauty of the ride

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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 key to a playoff run? Let’s break it all down on Meet at the Apple presented by PC Richard & Son.

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Timestamps (Chapters):

00:00 – The Young Mets Are HERE
01:00 – Francisco Alvarez's triumphant return
02:15 – Brett Baty’s clutch homer & consistency
03:30 – Juan Soto’s go-ahead hit and hot streak
04:40 – Mets sweep recap: Comebacks, power, and poise
06:00 – Lindor’s mental toughness + leadership
07:20 – Pete Alonso chases Mets HR record
08:30 – Homegrown dominance: 7/9 Mets starters
10:10 – Mauricio’s key contact moment
11:15 – Future stars & the Mets’ prospect pipeline
12:40 – Trade deadline preview: buyer's market, deep system
14:30 – Why no Mets prospects are untouchable (and that’s good)
15:50 – Storytime: David Wright was almost traded
17:00 – Rotation depth: Montas, Minaya, Senga all back
18:00 – Bullpen stepping up: Diaz, Garrett, Reilly
19:30 – A year later: Mets erase the bad Angels memory
20:30 – Mike Trout vs the Mets
21:30 – Realignment + scheduling chat
23:00 – Top 5 Moments of the Angels Sweep
24:00 – Edwin Diaz's 800th strikeout
26:00 – Alvarez’s game-tying HR: Moment of the series
27:45 – Lindor steals, Soto delivers
28:45 – The “vibes” are back
30:00 – What's next: West Coast swing
31:15 – Interview: Mitch Voit, Mets 2025 1st Round Pick
32:00 – Mitch on being drafted, meeting fans, and family inspiration
34:00 – Two-way background and transition to pro ball
36:00 – Big Ten favorite cities & Brewer roots
38:00 – Mitch’s dream car, walk-up song & baseball dreams
40:00 – Rehab mindset & the tennis ball story
41:30 – What’s next at the Mets complex
43:00 – Final thoughts & episode wrap-up

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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 Mets fans and employees. The guys also recap the Mets-Reds series, discuss Sean Manaea’s return to form, Juan Soto’s near-homer, Brett Baty’s breakout at home, and David Peterson’s incredible Citi Field stat.

PLUS: A hilarious tangent on baseball swing-offs, a Sesame Street night preview, and why Mr. Met needs to meet Oscar the Grouch.

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⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 - Top 5 David Wright Moments Blind Ranked
01:13 - First HR at Citi Field
01:42 - Barehanded Catch in San Diego
02:48 - 2015 Return HR in Philly
04:24 - Walk-off vs Mariano Rivera (2006)
06:14 - 2015 World Series HR
07:11 - David Wright Ceremony Recap
10:03 - Wright’s Mets Legacy and Personal Impact
12:30 - Fans’ Emotional Connection to David
14:15 - David Wright’s Records and Longevity
16:10 - Comparing 2006 & 2015 Mets Teams
18:00 - Mets-Yankees Rivalry in 2006
19:45 - David’s Walk-off vs Rivera – a Fan’s First Baseball Memory
21:26 - Underrated Playoff Moment vs Pedro Báez
22:40 - 2006 Division Clinch & Celebration Shirt
24:30 - Reds Series Recap
25:00 - Sean Manaea’s Strong Start
26:15 - Juan Soto’s Almost-Homer + Check Swing
28:05 - Defensive Miscues Costing Games
29:20 - Reds Are Legit Wild Card Contenders
30:40 - David Peterson’s Incredible Home Start Streak
32:30 - Brett Baty’s 2nd Half Outlook
33:15 - Mark Vientos Looks Locked In
33:50 - Luisangel Acuña’s Rocket Double
34:50 - Francisco Alvarez Demotion Update
36:00 - Second-Half Breakout Predictions
37:30 - Deadline Strategy Talk (Buy or Hold?)
39:00 - 2015 Trade Deadline Magic—Can It Be Recreated?
40:15 - Smart Bullpen Pickups & Hidden Gems
41:05 - Sesame Street Night Preview + Bobblehead Hype
42:30 - WWE Night Plug + Mr. Met Bobblehead
43:25 - All-Star Game “Swing Off” Debate
45:00 - Wild Ideas: 6-Man Defense? Neutral Pitching Machines?
48:00 - What Baseball Could Learn from NHL Shootouts
50:00 - Wrapping up with Absurd OT Baseball Formats

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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, growing the most talked-about mustache in camp, and how he's staying mentally locked in on his MLB dream.

These interviews were recorded in March, but they're even more relevant now—especially with both prospects making noise in the system. If you're excited about the future of the New York Mets, this is a must-listen.

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