The New York Mets return from a 5-4 road trip…but nobody feels good about it.

On this episode of Straight Outta Flushing, Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward break down the brutal ending to the road trip as the Mets offense disappeared, the defense collapsed at key moments, and the frustration surrounding this season continued to grow.

The guys discuss why the Mets’ issues may go deeper than just injuries or slumps and why David Stearns is now firmly part of the conversation when it comes to the team’s disappointing 2026 season.

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(0:00) Intro

(1:00) Mets end road trip on sour note

(10:00) David Stearns' responsibility for Mets' failure

(34:00) What offseason moves should've been made?

(50:40) Positives from Amazins’ winning road trip 

After the New York Mets 11th straight loss, Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward are back on Straight Outta Flushing to break down what’s gone wrong and whether there’s any realistic path forward this season. Can the Mets actually turn this around? What changes need to be made quickly? Or is this already a lost year?

00:03:14 - How do the Mets turn around this terrible start?

00:08:53 - Should Mets fans blame Steve Cohen?

00:15:11 - Players aren’t performing. Is there any hope?

00:18:19 - Carlos Mendoza’s job on the chopping block

00:25:35 - Mets standards: ultimately, teams need to win

00:29:53 - If Mets don’t improve, fans won’t show up to Citi Field

After another sweep and the losing streak extending to 8-games, Wardy and Dexter Henry discuss where they are at on the Mets panic meter. Plus, how hot is Carlos Mendoza's hot seat?

The New York Mets are off to a rocky 7-9 start to the 2026 season and after getting swept by the Athletics, the concerns are starting to pile up.
On this episode of Straight Outta Flushing, Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward break down their top 3 biggest concerns for the Mets right now and there’s plenty to unpack.
From Francisco Lindor’s slow start, to questions about Carlos Mendoza’s leadership, to deeper issues with the lineup consistency, pitching reliability, and overall team fundamentals… is this just a rough stretch or something more serious?

(0:00) Intro

(1:40) Dexter AND Wardy's #3 Mets Concern

(23:15) Wardy's #2 Mets Concern

(33:15) Dexter's #2 Mets Concern

(44:55) Wardy's Top Mets Concern

(53:10) Dexter's Top Mets Concern

(56:25) Wrap-Up

Straight Outta Flushing co-host Tyler Ward breaks down the Mets’ struggles in the batter’s box and in the field during their series loss to the Cardinals.

This episode also covers Carlos Mendoza’s questionable management of the Mets’ bullpen and which players need to step up in the Amazins’ upcoming four-game set against the Giants in San Francisco.

(00:00) Intro

The Mets are off and running.
After taking 2 out of 3 to start the 2026 season against the Pirates, there’s already plenty to break down…the highs, the concerns, and the early storylines that could shape the season.
On this episode of Straight Outta Flushing, Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward react to the Mets’ first series of 2026 and what stood out most, which players looked great as well as who disappointed on the diamond.

(0:00) Intro

(2:10) Game 1 Recap

(13:00) Game 2 Recap

(24:15) Game 3 Recap

(38:30) Three Mets who impressed

(45:15) Three Mets who disappointed

(56:30) Mets-Cardinals Preview

Opening Day is almost here which means it’s time to go on record.

Spring Training is underway and the biggest questions surrounding the New York Mets are already coming into focus.

With Spring Training less than two weeks away, it’s time for a full reality check on the New York Mets.

It’s Christmas week, and Mets fans are still glued to their phones, waiting to see what Santa might bring this offseason. But not every rumor deserves excitement, and not every quiet moment deserves panic.