The Mets Pod
Episodes
Good vibes out of Mets camp
Doug Williams, Nelson Figueroa and Andy Martino have an all-new episode of the Shea Anything podcast. They discuss how the good the vibe is at this year’s Mets camp compared to years past. They also dive into Manny Machado’s deal with the Padres being a good thing as well as Bryce Harper also possibly leaving the NL East.
To extend or not? The latest on Jacob deGrom contract talks
Doug Williams and Nelson Figueroa discuss the news coming from Jacob deGrom's and Brodie Van Wagenen's press conferences. Should the Mets feel pressured to sign deGrom or should they wait?
Phillies catch Realmuto but will Thor drop the hammer in 2019?
Doug Williams and Nelson Figueroa drop an all-new episode of the Shea Anything podcast. They discuss how the Phillies acquiring J.T. Realmuto impacts the Mets and the Manny Machado, Bryce Harper market. They also dive into Noah Syndergaard’s health and if he will be able to replicate his 2018 September numbers for a full season.
Back of the Rotation, Front of the Office
Machado? Harper? Bueller??
Live from the QBC, it’s Saturday Night!
Doug Williams and Andy Martino take the Shea Anything podcast on the road to the Queens Baseball Convention, for a live taping surrounded by Mets fans! They dive into the Jed Lowrie signing, the strange free agency and availability of Bryce Harper and Manny Machado, what still may happen before spring training, and questions from the live audience!
Will the Mets spend more this offseason?
Christmas Gifts from Brodie
In the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino look back on the Wilson Ramos press conference, and Brodie Van Wagenen’s thoughts on the Mets standing in the N.L. East. They also chat about what may happen next in the offseason, list their Christmas wish list for the Mets, and Doug gets Andy to share one cool behind the scenes story from the Winter Meetings in Las Vegas.
Winter Meetings Wrap: Familia and Harper??!!
Doug Williams, Andy Martino and John Harper put the podcast wrap on the Winter Meetings! They talk about the return of Jeurys Familia to the Mets, and what the next moves will be for Brodie Van Wagenen. They also address the probably crazy notion of the Mets jumping into the Bryce Harper sweepstakes, could it ever happen?
Winter Meetings Day Three
Winter Meetings Day Two
Winter Meetings Day One
Is Realmuto Real?
Cano or Cannot
In the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino go live right in the middle of a ton of Robinson Cano rumors! Doug and Andy explore all avenues of the rumored trade between the Mets and Mariners surrounding Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz, with Andy showing off some live reporting during the show. Phones blowing up, Doug answering viewer questions, it all happens here!
Trading Aces
In the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino discuss the possibility of the Mets dealing away Noah Syndergaard. The guys also react to the latest rumors about the Mets looking into trading for Indians catcher Yan Gomes. Lastly they dive into signing ace Jacob deGrom to a contract extension and why people were too harsh on the only writer who voted for Max Scherzer to win the Cy Young Award.
California GMs
In the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams is joined in studio by former Mets Senior Director of Baseball Operations Adam Fisher, as Andy Martino calls in from the GM Meetings in California. The guys react to Brodie Van Wagenen’s comments about Peter Alonso and look into the coaching changes announced by the new Mets GM. They also cover what really goes down at the GM Meetings, and what to look forward to over the next few weeks of the offseason.
Brodie is here, so what’s next?
In the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino take stock of new Mets GM Brodie Van Wagenen. They go over all the press conference sound bites, examine what it all means, and what will come next for the Mets and their front office.
Searching for Something
There is no offseason for Shea Anything, and in this all-new episode, Doug Williams and Andy Martino tell you what you need to know about all the candidates in the Mets GM search. They also look for learnings in the MLB Playoffs, and wonder whether defense will matter more to the Mets moving forward.
Into The Great Wide Open
On the first offseason episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino close the books on a rough 2018, go in depth on the status of the Mets GM search, and get really analytical about analytics.
Catching Greatness
On the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino are joined by former New York Mets catcher Anthony Recker! They discuss the dominance of Jacob deGrom, what deGrom is like behind the scenes, and what it’s like to catch all the hard-throwing starting pitchers in the Mets rotation. The guys also chat about David Wright, and the potential role he could have in a future Mets front office.
The Wright Way
On the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino go all in on the past and future of David Wright, and also play a round of “Agree or Disagree” with some offseason moves that might be coming up quick for the Mets as 2018 winds down.
Prospecting for Prospects and a New GM
On the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino do a deep dive on the value of prospects, while also discussing the latest Mets prospects for a new GM. They also talk about a potential expanded role in the organization for Terry Collins, and predict how the David Wright comeback will play out the rest of the season.
Jon Hein, Paul McCartney, and the Mets!
On the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino welcome guest co-host Jon Hein! The guys kick off the show with a bit of a tangent on The Beatles and Paul McCartney, but then bring it all back to baseball to chat about what they’ve learned about the Mets recent play, and what next season should look like. They also dive back into the search for the next GM, and try to figure out the types of candidates the team might consider. Don’t forget – we want hear from you! Go to SN...
Wright Up, Alonso Down, Rosario in the Middle
On the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams is joined by former Mets executive Adam Fisher as guest co-host! The guys talk about David Wright's comeback attempt, including his comments to Andy Martino in Las Vegas, the drama surrounding the non-call up of Peter Alonso, and the ongoing development of Amed Rosario. Don’t forget – we want hear from you! Go to SNY.tv/SheaAnything and upload a video or audio clip of your take on the Mets. Keep it to 30 seconds or less, make it good, and you...
Sharing Stories with Josh Satin
On the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams is joined by former Met Josh Satin as guest co-host! They guys talk about playing out of position, the managing style of Terry Collins, and how the members of the Mets starting rotation stack up today compared to their days coming up through the system. Josh also talks about former teammates Justin Turner, Daniel Murphy, and other guys he still keeps in touch with. Don’t forget – we want hear from you! Go to SNY.tv/SheaAnything and upload a v...
Is it 2019 yet?
On the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino deliver a “way, way, way too early” forecast of the 2019 New York Mets roster. Speaking of 2019, they also drop their weekly update on the search for the next Mets GM. Don’t forget – we want hear from you! Go to SNY.tv/SheaAnything and upload a video or audio clip of your take on the Mets. Keep it to 30 seconds or less, make it good, and you may be on the show!
Will Jacob deGrom win in the end?
On the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino discuss Jacob deGrom and whether or not wins matter in the race for the Cy Young. Also, they wonder if Jeff McNeil is for real, and chat about what's going on with the search for the next GM of the Mets. Don’t forget – we want hear from you! Go to SNY.tv/SheaAnything and upload a video or audio clip of your take on the Mets. Keep it to 30 seconds or less, make it good, and you may be on the show!
Ghosts of Seasons Past and Future
On the latest episode of Shea Anything, Andy Martino is joined by guest co-host John Harper to talk about the team’s trade deadline decisions, what the TBD front office should do in the offseason, and where this season fits in the history of disappointing Mets seasons of the past. A bonus listen…be sure to wait for John’s fantastic David Cone story from 1992. Don’t forget – we want hear from you! Go to SNY.tv/SheaAnything and upload a video or audio clip of your take on the Mets. Keep it to 30 s...
Deals and Heels
On the latest episode of Shea Anything, Doug Williams and Andy Martino welcome in former Mets executive and SNY contributor Adam Fisher to the show to discuss the Jeurys Familia deal, the prospect of trading Wilmer Flores and Zack Wheeler, and the effect of Yoenis Cespedes’ season-ending surgery. Don’t forget - Doug and Andy want to hear from you! Go to SNY.tv/SheaAnything and upload a video or audio clip of your take on the Mets. Keep it to 30 seconds or less, make it good, and you may be on th...