Get your daily Mets fix as Jake Brown breaks down swirling rumors that Francisco Lindor is poised to be named team captain during David Wright’s number retirement ceremony—a theory fueled by a briefly leaked MLB video and rampant fan speculation. Hear why this symbolic passing of the torch would ignite the Citi Field crowd and what it means for the franchise’s leadership core. The episode also dives into potential Mets trade deadline targets, including Arizona’s Eugenio Suárez to boost the lineup’s power (with realistic proposals around prospects Brett Baty and Ronny Mauricio), and a bullpen wish-list headlined by Twins closer Jhoan Duran. Jake weighs the pros and cons of each scenario, including the likelihood of the Mets landing a marquee reliever given Edwin Díaz’s contract situation. Essential listening for Mets fans awaiting fireworks both on and off the field as the second half gets underway.

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