This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast (Episode 68), I discuss: - The return of Max Scherzer. - Jacob deGrom's rehab start. - Francisco Álvarez promotion to AAA. - If Mark Vientos is ready to join the Big Leagues. Plus, Keith Hernandez's number retirement ceremony! ______________________________________________ Read my articles for Rising Apple: https://risingapple.com/author/arivera1/ ______________________________________________ Follow on Twitter: @SubwayToShea & @AntRivera86 Follow on I...
Jul 07, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 68
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast (Episode 67), it's a podcast crossover as I am joined by the hosts of Baseball & BBQ, Jeff Cohen & Leonard Aberman. We discuss their podcast and the rude awakening the Astros gave to the Mets this week. We also discuss the Mets biggest needs as they look to stay atop the NL East. Dom Smith and JD Davis just haven't contributed the way the Mets have needed them to, we'll break down why that experiment may need to come to an end. Plus, we can't end t...
Jun 30, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 67
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast (Episode 66), I discuss: - The Astros sweep of the Mets. - Carlos Carrasco Injury. - Trade deadline priorities. - Eduardo Escobar's struggles continue. - The return of Max Scherzer & James McCann. Plus, Francisco Álvarez continues to crush it in AA! ______________________________________________ Read my articles for Rising Apple: https://risingapple.com/author/arivera1/ ______________________________________________ Follow on Twitter: @SubwayToShea &am...
Jun 24, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 66
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast (Episode 65), I discuss: - The Mets avoiding serious injuries with Starling Marte & Pete Alonso. - Re-emergence of J.D. Davis. - Eduardo Escobar heats up. - Chris Bassitt's struggles. - The return of 'Big Drip' Tylor Megill Plus, how Mets fans can avoid the June swoon! ______________________________________________ Co-Hosting Talkin' Mets w/ Mike Silva : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hollywood-ending/id271866252?i=1000565314426 Guest on The Met...
Jun 10, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 65
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast (Episode 64), I am joined by Dan Abrams (aka Athlete Logos) to discuss: - His career as a sports illustrator and graphic designer. - His Mets graphic designs including the NYM Neon Project. - Mets perfect homestand. - Pete Alonso & Francisco Lindor tearing it up on offense. Plus, it's Nick Plummer time! ______________________________________________ Dan Abrams is a Sports Illustrator and is well known as Athlete Logos. Dan Abrams/Athlete Logos on Twitt...
Jun 02, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 64
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast (Episode 63), I discuss: - Max Scherzer's injury and how it impacts the rotation moving forward. - How this roster can step up with all the injuries plaguing the team. - Possible moves and trades the Mets can make following the Scherzer news. - If Luis Guillorme should get more playing time. Plus, Chris Bassitt/Mets avoid arbitration! ______________________________________________ Why Chris Bassitt should be your new favorite Mets player: https://risingapp...
May 23, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 63
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast (Episode 62), I discuss: - The impact of the latest injuries to James McCann & Tylor Megill. - Mariners break Mets series winning streak. - Paul "Fricken" Sewald! - The return of vintage Jeff McNeil. Plus, Chris Bassitt is open to a contract extension! ______________________________________________ Read my articles for Rising Apple: https://risingapple.com/author/arivera1/ ______________________________________________ Follow on Twitter: @SubwayToShea ...
May 16, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 62
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I am joined by Matthew Searle. We discuss: - The Mets epic 9th inning comeback in Philly! - Highs & Lows of the bullpen. - Pete Alonso's offense. - Releasing Robinson Cano. ______________________________________________ Matthew Searle is a 3x Emmy Award Winner, an MLB Network Researcher, and the New York Mets Entertainment Statistician. Matthew Searle on Twitter: @searlebaseball Matthew Searle's Website: https://searlebaseball.com/ ___________________...
May 09, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 61
On the 60th episode of the Subway To Shea Podcast, I discuss: - The Mets designating Robinson Canó for assignment and the impact of that decision moving forward. - Taking care of business against Philly and winning their 7th series in a row to start the season. - The Combined No-Hitter! Plus, a huge series coming up against the World Champs, Atlanta Braves! ______________________________________________ Read my articles for Rising Apple: https://risingapple.com/author/arivera1/ _________________...
May 02, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 60
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I discuss: - The Mets finally taking a stand against HBP. - Chris Bassitt calling out MLB on the baseball grip. - The roster crunch on May 2nd. Plus, Rich Baxter, joins the show to preview the upcoming series with the Philadelphia Phillies. ______________________________________________ Rich Baxter is a blogger at FightinPhillies.com and the host of Phillies Talk Podcast. He is also the CEO of http://BaseballTalkRadio.com . Rich on Twitter: @FightinPhilli...
Apr 28, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 59
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I discuss: - The unveiling of Tom Seaver's statue. - The Starting Pitching's historic start. - Mets hot start for the opening homestand. - Clubhouse culture change. - Francisco Lindor's revenge tour. - Pete Alonso: 1B or DH Plus, the latest on Jacob deGrom & Taijuan Walker! ______________________________________________ Read my articles for Rising Apple: https://risingapple.com/author/arivera1/ ______________________________________________ Follow on ...
Apr 23, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 58
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I discuss the biggest storylines coming out of Mets Opening Week: - Starting Pitching delivers as advertised without Jacob deGrom. - Buck's bullpen management. - Offense leading the charge with RISP. - Team unity through adversity. Plus the home opener & Tom Seaver statue dedication! ______________________________________________ Read my articles for Rising Apple: https://risingapple.com/author/arivera1/ ______________________________________________ ...
Apr 14, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 57
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I am joined by NY Mets PA Announcer, Colin Cosell. We preview the 2022 season for the team from Queens. We also discuss his preparation for announcing during the season! You can follow Colin on Twitter: @CosellPA ______________________________________________ Read my articles for Rising Apple: https://risingapple.com/author/arivera1/ ______________________________________________ Follow on Twitter: @SubwayToShea & @AntRivera86 Follow on Instagram: @Su...
Apr 06, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 56
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I am joined by Matt Williams. We discuss: - Jacob deGrom & Max Scherzer pitching as advertised in spring training. - Pitching staff depth. - Offense this spring. - Team Culture. - Mets fantasy baseball outlook. Plus, the Mets plan to honor Johan Santana's No-Hitter! ______________________________________________ Matt Williams is a Writer/Analyst for The Athletic. He is also the host of the Turn Two Podcast, which is all about Fantasy Baseball. Matt Wi...
Mar 28, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 55
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I am joined by Matt Ibanez. We discuss: - Chris Bassitt Trade - Signing Adam Ottavino - Jacob deGrom's contract status - MLB & MLBA agreement on new CBA Plus, Pete Alonso's freak accident and more! ______________________________________________ Matt Ibanez is a co-host of Til Mets Do Us Part Podcast, alongside John Saponaro Matt Ibanez Twitter: @Poison_IBBY Til Mets Do Us Part Podcast Twitter: @TilMetsDoUsPart _________________________________________...
Mar 15, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 54
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I discuss: - Rob Manfred & MLB canceling the first two series of the season. - Cheap & hypocritical owners against the CBA. - Mets checking in on Freddie Freeman. Plus, a historic front office hire! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Links to my articles for Rising Apple: https://risingapple.com/author/arivera1/ ______________________________________________ Follow on Twitt...
Mar 04, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 53
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I am joined by Joe DeMayo. We discuss: - Which Mets prospects are close to the big league. - His top 20 Mets prospect list. - The 2022 MLB Draft. Plus, Rob Manfred gives a state of the lockout address! ______________________________________________ Joe DeMayo is a Contributor at SNY.tv and co-host of the That’s So Mets Podcast with Conor Rogers. Joe DeMayo Twitter: @PSLToFlushing That's So Mets Podcast Twitter: @ThatsSoMetsPod ____________________________...
Feb 11, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 52
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I am joined by Rob Piersall. We discuss: - His website MetsLegends.com - Retiring Mets numbers - Candidates for the Mets Hall of Fame - Old Timer's Day Plus, the Mets finalize their coaching staff! ______________________________________________ Rob Piersall is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Mets Legends. Rob Piersall Twitter: @RTPiersall Mets Legends Twitter: @MetsLegends Mets Legends Website: http://metslegends.com/ __________________________________...
Feb 04, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 51
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I am joined by former NY Mets Manager, Bobby Valentine. We discuss his new book, 'Valentine's Way: My Adventurous Life And Times.' A lot of great stories come out of that book especially with his tenure in Queens. It's a must read book and a must listen to episode of the podcast. Enjoy! ________________________________________________ Links to my articles for Rising Apple 3 reasons to be excited about the 2022 Mets season: https://risingapple.com/posts/ny...
Jan 26, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 50
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I discuss: - Keith Hernandez's No. 17 being retired in July. - Mets honoring their history. - If Keith should be in the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Links to my articles for Rising Apple A generation of Mets fans yearning for a championship: https://risingapple.com/posts/ny-mets-fans-yearning-championship __________________________________________...
Jan 14, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 46
HAPPY NEW YEAR METS FANS! This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I discuss: - The possibility of trading Jeff McNeil. - Ben Zauzmer promoted to Assistant GM. - Mets to sign Elian Soto, younger brother of Juan Soto. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out my participation in the Mets Weekly $1,000 All-Time Mets Draft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yN22TMhVb0 ______________________________________________ Follow o...
Jan 03, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 48
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I am joined by Pat Ragazzo. We discuss: - The NY Mets hire Buck Showalter to be the 24th manager in franchise history. - Buck's impressive introductory press conference. - Possible coaching staff candidates. - Brandon Nimmo contract extension talks. Plus, Mets/Samsung deal! ______________________________________________ My Appearance on Mets Musings with Gary Mack: http://www.metsmusings.com/2021/12/metsmusings-460-happy-holidays.html?m=1 ________________...
Dec 23, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 47
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I breakdown the Mets search for a new manager. I'll give you a full profile of each candidate that has already been interviewed including: - Buck Showalter - Brad Ausmus - Matt Quatraro - Joe Espada - Bob Geren - Clayton McCullough Plus, Gil Hodges finally heading to Cooperstown!! It's a very manager-centric episode so please tune in! LGM! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Links t...
Dec 10, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 46
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast: - Mets sign Max Scherzer - Max Scherzer/Jacob deGrom, 1-2 Punch! - Mets sign Starling Marte, Mark Canha, & Eduardo Escobar - Javy Báez, Marcus Stroman, & Rich Hill sign elsewhere - Mets non-tendered list Plus, the MLB lockout! ______________________________________________ Follow on Twitter: @SubwayToShea & @AntRivera86 Follow on Instagram: @SubwayToShea Intro Song: Ride It Like You Mean It- Kristian Leo Outro Song: Sky- OBOY...
Dec 03, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 45
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I discuss: - Steve Cohen tweets over Steven Matz signing with the Cardinals over Mets. - Noah Syndergaard bolts to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. - Mets drop the ball on Aaron Loup; signs with LAA too. - Bill Eppler named Mets GM. Plus, Seiya Suzuki interest and Mets 40 man roster moves ahead of Rule 5 Draft. ______________________________________________ Follow on Twitter: @SubwayToShea & @AntRivera86 Follow on Instagram: @SubwayToShea Intro Song...
Nov 24, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 44
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I discuss: - Michael Conforto declining the qualifying offer - Scott Boras comments - Noah Syndergaard's QO decision - GM Meetings - Mets moving on from POBO and just going after a GM Plus, Luis Rojas to the Yankees and my Citi Field Tour! ______________________________________________ Links to my articles for Rising Apple: NY Mets: Rest in peace to one of the great relievers, Pedro Feliciano: https://risingapple.com/2021/11/09/ny-mets-pedro-feliciano-tri...
Nov 15, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 43
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I am joined by John Saponaro. We discuss: - What really happened during the "ratcoon" incident - Zack Scott firing - Mets free agents (Stay or Go) - QBC Preview Plus, the 2021-22 MLB off-season schedule breakdown! ______________________________________________ Links to my articles for Rising Apple: NY Mets: How patient should we be with the Steve Cohen regime?: https://risingapple.com/2021/10/31/ny-mets-steve-cohen-patience/ Rising Apple Twitter: @RisingA...
Nov 05, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 42
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I am joined by Mark Healey. We discuss: - The long stressful search for a POBO - Which candidates dropped out - Brian Sabean being a possibility (He wants it!) - In house candidates: Ian Levin & Tommy Tanous - Where Zack Scott Stands - Interest In Jeff Luhnow or Omar Minaya? Plus, the 35th anniversary of the 1986 World Champs and Jacob deGrom is a Silver Slugger finalist! ______________________________________________ Links to my articles for Rising A...
Oct 29, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 41
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast, I breakdown the Mets search for a President of Baseball Operations. I'll give you a full profile of each candidate that has been mentioned and/or rumored. Who will be the best fit? You be the judge! LGM! _____________________________________________ Follow on Twitter: @SubwayToShea Intro Song: Ride It Like You Mean It- Kristian Leo Outro Song: Sky- OBOY
Oct 14, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 40
This week on the Subway To Shea Podcast: - 2021 NY Mets grades & recap - Luis Rojas out as Manager - Theo Epstein will not be POBO - Michael Conforto's last game as a Met? _____________________________________________ Follow on Twitter: @SubwayToShea Intro Song: Ride It Like You Mean It- Kristian Leo Outro Song: Sky- OBOY
Oct 07, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 34
