Straight Outta Flushing - Mets Podcast

Is Francisco Álvarez still the Mets’ long-term answer behind the plate?

Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward continue their Mets roster evaluation series on Straight Outta Flushing by examining New York’s catching situation. They grade the Álvarez–Luis Torrens tandem, assess Álvarez’s offensive upside and debate whether Torrens deserves a larger role in 2027.

Plus, they explore potential free-agent and trade options and what an outside addition would need to provide to justify the cost. Should the Mets keep their current tandem, give Torrens more starts or make a change at catcher?

(0:00) Intro

(1:00) Álvarez-Torrens tandem

(7:00) Is Álvarez the long-term answer?

(18:00) Luis Torrens

(24:15) Upgrades at catcher

(44:50) What should the Mets do with their catchers?

Are the Mets emerging as the frontrunners for Tarik Skubal? And will David Stearns change his approach this offseason?

Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward break down the latest Mets news on Straight Outta Flushing, including Carlos Mendoza being hired by the Phillies and the Mets interviewing former hitting coach Kevin Long. Plus, the guys discuss whether Bo Bichette should test free agency and what they want to see from Stearns as he shapes the Mets’ next moves.

(0:00 Intro

(1:00) Phillies hire Carlos Mendoza

(4:10) Mets interview Kevin Long

(18:15) Latest on Tarik Skubal

(32:30) Should Bo Bichette opt-out

(39:20) David Stearns’ offseason strategy

Who should be the New York Mets' starting second baseman in 2027? After a disappointing 2026 season from Marcus Semien, the Mets have some major decisions to make at second base this offseason.

On this episode of Straight Outta Flushing, Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward continue their Mets position-by-position offseason breakdown by examining what went wrong at second base and how David Stearns can address the position heading into 2027.

Should the Mets give Semien another chance despite his remaining contract? Could top prospect Jefferson Rojas or Brett Baty be the answer? Or should New York look outside the organization and target free agents like Jazz Chisholm Jr., Gleyber Torres, or Luis Arraez?

Dexter and Tyler debate the Mets' best options, explore potential trades and free-agent targets, and reveal their grades for the team's 2026 second-base production.

(0:00) Intro

(1:00) What went wrong at 2B in 2026?

(10:50) Internal 2B options

(15:50) External 2B options

(34:20) Potential 2B trade candidates

(49:55) Wrap-up

Tyler Ward explains why the Mets appear to the current front runners to land superstar pitcher Tarik Skubal in free agency and breaks down and the several ways in which the two-time Cy Young winner can impact the club’s starting rotation.

The New York Mets have a first base problem heading into 2027. After moving on from Pete Alonso and struggling to find consistent production at the position in 2026, how does David Stearns get it right this offseason?

On this episode of Straight Outta Flushing, Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward kick off their offseason position-by-position breakdown by evaluating the Mets' options at first base.

Could Jared Young or Brett Baty be the answer? Should the Mets pursue free agents like Ty France or Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato? Or is a trade the best way to finally stabilize the position?Dexter and Tyler also debate what went wrong in 2026, grade the Mets' first-base production, and reveal how they would address the position heading into next season.

(0:00) Intro

(2:45) Mets’ issues at first base

(9:15) Internal 1B options

(16:50) Ty France

(27:50) Teruaki Sato

(41:10) Final verdict

On a new episode of Straight Outta Flushing, Tyler Ward lists four former Mets who have a strong chance at returning to Queens for the club’s 2027 campaign after being shipped out of New York at the 2026 trade deadline.

(0:00) Intro

(1:00) A.J. Minter

(3:15) Luke Weaver

(7:40) Clay Holmes

(11:35) Tyrone Taylor

What would the perfect New York Mets starting rotation look like in 2027?

On this episode of Straight Outta Flushing, Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward lay out their ideal rotation plan as the Mets look to rebound from a 74–88 season. 

Who should be part of the solution, where should New York look for upgrades, and what would it take to build a pitching staff Mets fans can trust?

Watch our plan, then share yours: Who belongs in your ideal Mets rotation?

(0:00) MLB postseason thoughts

(3:10) Current pitchers on the roster

(7:00) Tarik Skubal

(11:50) Other veteran pitchers

(17:35) Wrap-up

Should the New York Mets bring back Marcus Semien for 2027 or is it time to give Jefferson Rojas an opportunity?

Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward debate the Mets’ future at second base on this episode of Straight Outta Flushing. They examine the case for sticking with Semien, whether the team should turn toward Rojas and how that decision fits into the Mets’ offseason plans after a last-place finish.

(0:00) Intro

(0:50) Marcus Semien’s rough season

(12:41) Is Brett Baty an option at 2B?

(14:30) Prospects who could take over 

(17:20) Jefferson Rojas

(25:15) Will Semien be a Met in 2027?

New York Mets have removed the interim tag from Andy Green and named him their next manager.

Could spending less actually help the New York Mets build a better team in 2027?

On this week’s Straight Outta Flushing, Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward debate how the Mets should approach their next roster and where David Stearns should prioritize the money.

Each offers three picks: one area where the Mets should spend, one where they should trust their young talent, and one mistake they cannot afford to repeat. What’s the right balance between paying for proven production and giving the next generation a chance?

Where would YOU spend and where would you trust the kids? Drop your picks in the comments.

(0:00) Intro

(3:25) How should the Mets spend in 2027?

(12:30) Going all-in on a youth movement?

(31:40) What mistakes must not happen again?