Sal and BT debated the intense pressure on Mets manager Carlos Mendoza, with Sal arguing that no New York baseball manager in recent memory—Yankees or Mets—has been under such critical scrutiny from the organization right out of the gate. He fears Mendoza is on a firing line that begins in April, not the postseason, a reality he believes is toxic and unfair. While acknowledging that Mendoza is a "good baseball guy" who was loose and successful in his first year, Sal suspects the raised expectations and pressure from the front office caused him to manage "by the book," ultimately impacting his effectiveness. The discussion centered on whether Stearns and the front office truly believe in Mendoza and if the manager will be given a fair chance to succeed given the club's high expectations.