Episodes

1d ago

In this emergency edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio react to the breaking news that the Mets have traded long-time infielder Jeff McNeil to the A's in exchange for prospects. 1:20 - Instant reactions to Jeff McNeil being traded 11:38 - What do the Mets do now? 17:06 - Report: Mets exploring Ketel Marte trade 24:13 - Responding to fans in the chat 40:26 - The Kyle Tucker Confidence Meter 46:41 - Chances of trading for Byron Buxton 54:10 - Is Jeff McNeil a Top 100 player in team history? Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

1d ago

In this edition of The Just Mets Podcast, Andrew Claudio & Rich MacLeod begin by going through several Mets news headlines from the past week before drafting their favorite moments from the 2025 calendar year. 03:00 - NEWS: Murakami, Contreres, King & the moves the Mets didn't makes this week 12:50 - Steve Cohen vs New York Post 15:30 - Do you want the Mets to trade for Luis Robert Jr.? 20:32 - Mets sign Luke Weaver (another former Yankee closer) 27:54 - The Best Mets Moments of 2025! Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

5d ago

Rich MacLeod and Deesha Thosar (MLB reporter & columnist for FOX Sports) discuss how the Mets screwed up the Edwin Díaz negotiations and if Steve Cohen is being too passive this offseason. Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW DEESHA - @deeshathosar SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Dec 15

In this episode, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio navigate and react to the latest offseason rumors and reports, and break down the three potential plans David Stearns and the Mets could move forward with this winter. 0:00 - INTRO 2:19 - Moving on from losing Díaz & Alonso 5:27 - Mets/Padres trade rumors 16:19 - Jonah Tong "highly coveted" in trade talks 18:50 - Are the Mets OUT on Michael King? 26:02 - Three potential paths for the Mets offseason 55:15 - Where do the Mets currently rank in the National League? 1:00:19 - OUTRO Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Dec 13

In this emergency livestream edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio react to the breaking news that the Mets have signed infielder Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40 million contract. Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Dec 12

In the latest bonus episode of the Just Mets Podcast EXCLUSIVELY on Patreon, Andrew Claudio is joined by Dexter – host of Straight Outta Flushing, the official New York Mets podcast of @nypostsports – for somewhat of a venting session after 48 of the most disheartening hours in Mets history. SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON! FOLLOW ANDREW - @AndrewJClaudio_ FOLLOW DEXTER - @DHenryTV SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Dec 11

In this edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio react to Pete Alonso leaving the Mets to go to the Orioles an unpack heartbreaking, franchise-changing Winter Meetings. They also share their livereactions & analysis to the latest rumors, free agent signings, trades, and breaking news on Night #3 of the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings. Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Dec 10

In this Just Mets Therapy Session, Andrew Claudio goes through some next day thoughts on the Mets losing Edwin Diaz to the Los Angeles Dodgers, sorting through the timeline of events that led to his departure, the realities to accept as a result of Diaz leaving, any key takeaways as the Mets turn the page & much more. Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Dec 10

In this edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio share their live, in-the-moment reactions & analysis to Edwin Díaz leaving the Mets, plus the latest rumors, free agent signings, trades, and breaking news on Night #2 of the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings. Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Dec 9

In this edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio share their live, in-the-moment reactions & analysis to the latest rumors, free agent signings, trades, and breaking news on Night #1 of the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings. Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Dec 5

In this free preview of the latest bonus episode of the Just Mets Podcast EXCLUSIVELY on Patreon, Rich MacLeod & Roger Cormier (The Mets Newsletter) discuss whether or not David Stearns has earned the benefit of the doubt with Mets fans ahead of this crucial offseason. SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON! FOLLOW RICH - https://x.com/richmacleod FOLLOW ROGER - https://x.com/themetsnewsletter SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/c/JustMets SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK - https://www.justmets.net/

Dec 2

Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio react to the breaking news that the Mets have reportedly signed RHP Devin Williams to a three-year contract, and what it could mean for Edwin Díaz. The fellas also react to some reports from Jeff Passan in the last 24 hours... 0:00 - Instant reactions to Williams signing 11:20 - What does this mean for Edwin Díaz? 14:40 - Mets "in the mix" for Kyle Schwarber 15:36 - The latest on Alonso's market 20:30 - Top trade targets may not be available 24:23 - Buzz on Japanese free agents 27:24 - Final thoughts on the signing Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Dec 1

In this episode, Rich MacLeod and Andrew Claudio navigate and react to a slew of Mets rumors and reports from the last week, ranging from the interesting to the absurd. 0:00 - INTRO 2:22 - Fallout from the Nimmo trade 15:30 - Report: Mets expected to sign Framber Valdez? 25:48 - Francisco Lindor vs. Jeff McNeil, Part 2 34:41 - Lindor & Soto's "chilly" relationship 43:28 - Who is leaking these Mets reports? 48:49 - Report: Kodai Senga doesn't want to be traded 1:01:43 - The Alonso/Díaz Confidence Meter 1:17:15 - OUTRO Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Nov 27

In this free preview of the latest bonus episode of the Just Mets Podcast EXCLUSIVELY on Patreon, Andrew Claudio & Ryan Finkelstein (Locked On Mets) discuss the options available within the organization or externally through free agency or trade to replace Brandon Nimmo in the outfield for the Mets next season. SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON! FOLLOW ANDREW - @AndrewJClaudio_ FOLLOW RYAN - @FinkelsteinRyan SUBSCRIBE TO LOCKED ON METS ON YOUTUBE , APPLE , SPOTIFY OR WHEREVER PODCASTS ARE AVAILABLE! SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Nov 24

In this edition of the Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio give their reactions to the stunning trade that sent Brandon Nimmo from the Mets to the Texas Rangers for 2nd baseman Marcus Semien. 00:05 - INSTANT REACTIONS TO THE METS TRADING BRANDON NIMMO!!! 19:43 - Brandon Nimmo's Mets legacy 36:06 - Mets new 2nd baseman Marcus Semien 48:20 - What should the Mets do next? 53:56 - Alonso & Diaz Confidence Meters 1:15:18 - SUPERCHATS 1:21:00 - PER SAMMON: Mets & Diaz disagree on contract length Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Nov 20

In this bonus episode of The Just Mets Podcast exclusively here on Patreon, Rich MacLeod is joined by Pat Ragazzo – reporter for Sports Illustrated – to discuss the club's pursuit of Cody Bellinger, growing pessimism over Pete Alonso & Edwin Díaz, and New York's plans to shake up their roster in an extreme way this winter. SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW PAT - @ragazzoreport SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Nov 19

In the very first Just Mets Therapy Session, Andrew Claudio takes a close look at all 15 times the Mets are mentioned in Jeff Passan's very thorough MLB offseason preview & gives his advice to Mets fans on how to feel about each "news" headline. READ: Jeff Passan's 2025-26 MLB offseason preview, intel, updates. 04:34 - Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz & Devin Williams 11:48 - Brandon Nimmo, Jeff McNeil & Kodai Senga 18:50 - Tarik Skubal, Framber Valdez, Dylan Cease & Tatsuya Imai 21:57 - Kyle Schwarber, Kyle Tucker & Bo Bichette 25:20 - OTHER NOTES (Where The Mets Weren't Mentioned BUT Could Be Connected)

Nov 17

In this episode, Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio react to the last week of Mets news headlines before updating their "confidence meter" of the chances Pete Alonso & Edwin Diaz return to Queens next season. Then, they go into a lenghtly discussion of the closer market, both in free agency & via trade, detailing how important it will be to bring Edwin Diaz back & how truly difficult it will be to replace him. 01:37 - PETE ALONSO UPDATES 05:50 - EDWIN DIAZ UPDATES 12:35 - TATSUYA IMAI WILL BE POSTED 17:30 - DAVID STEARNS QUOTES 25:36 - MAZZILI, BOBBY V & BELTRAN TO BE METS HALL-OF-FAMERS 31:30 - SMH ANDY MARTINO 34:28 - ALONSO & DIAZ CONFIDENCE METER 39:22 - EDWIN DIAZ OR ELSE (DEEP DIVE ON CLOSER OPTIONS OR LACK THEREOF) Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Nov 13

In this free preview of the latest bonus episode of the Just Mets Podcast EXCLUSIVELY on Patreon, Andrew Claudio asks Tigers fan & Detroit sports content creator Chris Castellani how good a trade partner the Mets would be in a potential Tarik Skubal trade, should he become available this winter. SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON! CHECK OUT ALL OF CHRIS CASTELLANI'S WORK COVERING THE TIGERS & ALL THINGS DETROIT SPORTS HERE! FOLLOW ANDREW - @AndrewJClaudio_ FOLLOW CHRIS - @Castellani2014 SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Nov 10

In this episode, Rich MacLeod & Andrew Claudio begin by reacting to several Mets news headlines from the past week before a deep dive on the offseason market for starting pitching & discussing both how many potentially available arms can be considered a true "Ace" & how possible it will be that the Mets can/will acquire one of them. 02:00 - Jeremy Hefner & Antoan Richardson join Braves coaching staff 09:53 - Edwin Diaz & Pete Alonso opt out of deal; Mets extend Diaz the qualifying offer ($22.5-mil) 21:58 - Pete Alonso & Juan Soto win NL Silver Slugger awards 27:32 - What is the definition of an "Ace?" 33:02 - Potential aces available in free agency 38:29 - Potential aces available via trade 55:00 - Best "ace" options, if it's not Tarik Skubal Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Nov 6

In this free preview of The Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod and Joe DeMayo – The Mets Pod & SNY – break down how difficult it is to sort through and fix the Mets roster this offseason. SIGN UP FOR THE FULL EPISODE ON PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/c/JustMets FOLLOW RICH - https://x.com/richmacleod FOLLOW JOE - https://x.com/PSLtoFlushing SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK - https://www.justmets.net/

Nov 3

In this edition of The Just Mets Podcast, Rich MacLeod is back after a short playoff hiatus to introduce his new co-host - Andrew Claudio! They open with their thoughts on an iconic World Series (3:50) before diving into the 5 biggest questions facing the Mets (as well as a few honorable mentions) headed in this consequantial offseason (25:15). Watch the video version of this episode on the Just Mets YouTube channel ! FOLLOW RICH - @richmacleod FOLLOW ANDREW - @andrewjclaudio_ SIGN UP FOR THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER ON SUBSTACK!

Oct 18

Good morning and welcome to a FREE preview episode of our brand new winter podcast... Offseason Coffee! Once the MLB postseason comes to an end, Offseason Coffee will drop every Saturday morning throughout the autumn and winter months. This show is a way to wind down the week as host Rich MacLeod shares some quick thoughts and answers a handful of questions. With this week’s coffee, Rich talked about the enjoyment of watching the Yankees and Phillies seasons end, touched on the Mets coaching staff changes, and answered a few fan questions. Future episodes of Offseason Coffee ☕️ will be available exclusively to Just Mets paid supporters.

Oct 8

Rich MacLeod and guest Tim Britton – Senior MLB writer at The Athletic – react to David Stearns' post-season press conference and discuss if players like Pete Alonso, Kodai Senga, Jeff McNeil and Mark Vientos will be re-signed or traded. TOPICS: Looking back on what went wrong for the 2025 Mets What was the clubhouse like this season? How players perceived Carlos Mendoza down the stretch Was David Stearns overly confident the way he ran the team in the first half? Reacting to David Stearns' post-season press conference Breaking up the core: Long-term Mets who could be on the move this winter BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Oct 2

This week, Rich is joined by guest Tim Britton – Senior MLB writer at The Athletic – to reveal what happened inside the Mets clubhouse during their disastrous 2025 season. TOPICS: Looking back on what went wrong for the 2025 Mets What was the clubhouse like this season? How players perceived Carlos Mendoza down the stretch Was David Stearns overly confident the way he ran the team in the first half? Reacting to David Stearns' post-season press conference Breaking up the core: Long-term Mets who could be on the move this winter BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Sep 29

This week, Rich and guest Andrew Claudio – host of Mets Therapy & EP of Knicks Film School – react LIVE after the Mets lose Game 162 vs. the Marlins and are eliminated from postseason contention. TOPICS: Instant reaction to the Mets being eliminated from playoff contention Carlos Mendoza is apparently safe Pete Alonso is opting out What do the Mets do this offseason? Responding to fan comments BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Sep 22

This week, Rich is joined by guest Michael G. Baron – co-creator of Just Mets – to react to another disastrous weekend that has put the Mets out of a playoff spot entering the season's final week. TOPICS: Reacting to the club's meltdown vs. the Nationals Are the Baseball Gods against the Mets right now? The consequences of missing the postseason Measuring the magnitude of this second half collapse Answering fan Q&As Setting up the final week of the regular season BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Sep 17

In this special bonus episode, Rich is joined by guest Jon Morosi – reporter and on-air personality for MLB Network – to talk about the Mets playoff changes and the major changes that could be coming after what's been a disappointing regular season. TOPICS: Dissecting the Mets season from a national point-of-view A talented team that's often been out of sync What is the 2025 Mets team identity? How Alonso's Wild Card Series home run changed the teams' plans Offseason shake-up: Consequences of disappointing regular season Will the Mets hang on to make the playoffs? BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Sep 15

This week, Rich is joined by guest Laura Albanese – Mets beat writer for Newsday & host of the First Time Listener, Long Time Caller Podcast – to analyze the Mets collapse, the state of the locker room, and discuss if they can find their way into the postseason. TOPICS: Reacting to the most alarming week of the season Inside the Mets locker room during their collapse Is the pressure getting to this team? Concern level over the Mets playoff hopes David Stearns' no good, very bad 2025 season Will the Mets blow things up if they miss the postseason? BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Sep 8

This week, Rich is joined by guest Mike Mayer – Editor-In-Chief at Metsmerized & Mets Minors – to discuss if we should lower our expectations for the Mets, and do the math to try and figure out how this team could actually miss the playoffs. TOPICS: Reacting to 3-3 week vs. Tigers and Reds Is it time to reset our expectations as fans? The Annual State of the Rotation Mathematically, how could the Mets miss the playoffs? Thoughts on current (and former) prospects to hit the big leagues BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Sep 5

This week's episode of The Just Mets Podcast is UNLOCKED and FREE for all. If you'd like access to full episodes weekly, become a paid subscriber on Patreon or Substack! In this special bonus episode, Rich is joined by guest Trevor May – former Mets reliever & host of Mayday – to talk about the pressure of playing in New York, what's going on with the Mets pitching staff & a full breakdown of Ryan Helsley's pitch tipping problem. TOPICS: Thoughts on the Mets up-and-down season in 2025 The pressure of playing in New York How Francisco Lindor has grown as a leader What is going on with the Mets starting rotation? Young players can change the energy of a clubhouse A full breakdown & analysis of Ryan Helsley tipping pitches Predicting how the Mets will finish the season BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Sep 1

This week, Rich is joined by guest Bobby Wagner – co-host of Tipping Pitches – to discuss the Mets continuing their maddening season as they follow-up a sweep of the Phillies by losing 3/4 to the Marlins. TOPICS: How do you follow-up the Phillies sweep with THAT?! The Mets made history in August... and it wasn't good A full analysis of the Mets pitching breakdowns The rookie starters are our only hope Is this the most frustrating good Mets team of all-time? Previewing a huge week on the road Will the Mets make the playoffs? BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Aug 25

This week, Rich is joined by guest Tyler Ward – host of WardyNYM on YouTube – to react to yet another roller coaster week as the Mets lost a series to the Nationals and missed an opportunity to sweep the Braves, but saw a spark from Mark Vientos and Nolan McLean. TOPICS: What to make of another up-and-down week The Mets have lost their 2024 aura Is Juan Soto really to blame for the change in team vibes? The Mark Vientos resurgence How McLean/Sproat/Tong could save the season Previewing the huge Mets vs. Phillies showdown BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Aug 18

This week, Rich reacts to an extremely up-and-down week against the Braves and Mariners, Nolan McLean's MLB debut, and responds to questions submitted from fans! TOPICS: Reactions to blown games vs. Braves, series win vs. Mariners Did Nolan McLean's call-up help save the Mets season? Francisco Álvarez may be injured again Answering questions from fans! BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Aug 11

This week, Rich is joined by guest Andrew Claudio – host of Mets Therapy & EP of Knicks Film School – to vent about a winless week for the Mets that saw a near no-hitter, the tying run thrown out at the plate to end a game, blowing a five-run lead, and giving up a walk-off homer. TOPICS: Initial reactions to 0-6 week vs. Guardians & Brewers The weirdest Mets collapse we've ever seen Mets/Knicks parallels, and the weight of expectations Re-litigating the trade deadline Is the season over? The guys pick their Met of the Week BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Aug 4

This week's episode of The Just Mets Podcast is UNLOCKED and FREE for all. If you'd like access to full episodes weekly, become a paid subscriber on Patreon or Substack! This week, Rich is joined by guest Will Sammon – Senior MLB writer for The Athletic – to react to another troubling week for the Mets and dive deep into why the club didn't address their struggling starting rotation at the trade deadline. TOPICS: - Concern levels for Mets over last 40+ games - Will breaks down why Stearns didn't trade for starting pitching - Was the Frankie Montas signing a mistake? - The McLean/Sproat conversation - Dissecting Juan Soto's RISP woes - The guys pick their Met of the Week BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Jul 29

This week, Rich is joined by guest Abbey Mastracco – beat reporter at the New York Daily News – to react to a 6-1 week for the Mets, the evolution of their clubhouse, and talk all things trade deadline. TOPICS: How the Mets clubhouse has evolved in the Steve Cohen era Selecting our Met of the Week Are the Mets actively looking to trade Mark Vientos? Posturing or Truth: Will Stearns improve the offense? How the Clase gambling scandal affects the search for relievers Sandy Alcantara and the Mets?? BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Jul 21

This week, Rich is joined by guest Joe DeMayo – co-host of The Mets Pod & SNY prospect writer – to react to this weekend vs. the Reds and discuss which prospects the Mets will keep or trade ahead of the deadline. TOPICS: David Wright gets his number retired Biggest problem for Mets after losing 2/3 to the Reds? How aggressive or conservative will David Stearns be at the deadline, and which prospects are staying vs. going? Francisco Álvarez is BACK Selecting our Met of the Week Previewing the week ahead vs. LAA and SF BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Jul 14

This week, Rich is joined by guest Jake Brown – host of Mets Daily & Sports Illustrated contributor – to close out the first half of the regular season and gear up for the trade deadline and second half pennant race. TOPICS: Evaluating an up-and-down week (and season) for the Mets Debating our Met of the Week Could this year's trade deadline be David Stearns' legacy? Buying or selling: Mark Vientos vs. Francisco Álvarez Biggest excitements and fears about the second half BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Jul 7

In our first episode of The Just Mets Podcast, Rich is joined by guest and fellow Just Mets co-creator Michael G. Baron to recap a winning week after the Mets went 4-2 against the Brewers and Yankees! TOPICS: After winning two straight series, are the Mets back? Discussing who the Mets Player of the Week was What's the biggest hole to fill: Third base, center field or pitching? Live reactions to Juan Soto being snubbed from the All-Star Game Previewing the final week of the first half of the season! BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Sep 25

In this special bonus episode, Rich is joined by guest Jon Morosi – reporter and on-air personality for MLB Network – to talk about why the Mets have struggled in the clutch so much this season and ask the question, "what is this team's identity now?" TOPICS: Dissecting the Mets season from a national point-of-view A talented team that's often been out of sync What is the 2025 Mets team identity? How Alonso's Wild Card Series home run changed the teams' plans Offseason shake-up: Consequences of disappointing regular season Will the Mets hang on to make the playoffs? BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Sep 16

Rich MacLeod and guest Laura Albanese – Mets beat writer for Newsday & host of the First Time Listener, Long Time Caller Podcast – to talk about how the Mets need to overcome their history of losing DNA in order to turn the corner as an organization. TOPICS: Reacting to the most alarming week of the season Inside the Mets locker room during their collapse Is the pressure getting to this team? Concern level over the Mets playoff hopes David Stearns' no good, very bad 2025 season Will the Mets blow things up if they miss the postseason? BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Sep 4

Rich and guest Bobby Wagner – co-host of Tipping Pitches – to to debate if Kodai Senga's second half struggles are enough to keep him from making the postseason roster. TOPICS: How do you follow-up the Phillies sweep with THAT?! The Mets made history in August... and it wasn't good A full analysis of the Mets pitching breakdowns The rookie starters are our only hope Is this the most frustrating good Mets team of all-time? Previewing a huge week on the road Will the Mets make the playoffs? BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Aug 28

Rich MacLeod and guest Tyler Ward – WardyNYM on YouTube – discuss reasons to be positive about the Mets down the stretch with the emergence of rookie Nolan McLean and Mark Vientos' resurgence. BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Jul 31

Rich MacLeod and guest Abbey Mastracco – NY Daily News beat reporter – discuss some surprise names the Mets could be interested in trading for by the July 31st deadline. BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Jul 26

Rich MacLeod and guest Joe DeMayo – co-host of The Mets Pod & SNY prospect writer – discuss what holes the Mets could look to fill before the trade deadline. BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Jul 17

Rich MacLeod and our guest Jake Brown – host of Mets Daily & Sports Illustrated contributor – share the things they're most excited for (and worried about) for the Mets in the second half of the season! BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Jul 9

In our first episode of The Just Mets Podcast, Rich and fellow Just Mets co-creator Michael G. Baron debate on the biggest hole the Mets need to fill ahead of the trade deadline: third base, center field, or pitching. TOPICS: After winning two straight series, are the Mets back? Discussing who the Mets Player of the Week was Live reactions to Juan Soto being snubbed from the All-Star Game Previewing the final week of the first half of the season! BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR FULL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Aug 1

In this live call-in show, Rich MacLeod and Michael Baron react to the Mets acquiring center fielder Cedric Mullins (Orioles), discuss the team's overall trade deadline haul, and debate the moves the team didn't make. The fellas also took calls from fans to answer their questions & digest everything that happened over the last week. BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR ALL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Jul 31

In this live call-in show, Rich MacLeod and Michael Baron react to the Mets acquiring relief pitchers Tyler Rogers (Giants) and Ryan Helsley (Cardinals) in trades, and discuss how the team needs to improve their offense and rotation on the evening before the trade deadline. The boys also took calls from fans to answer their questions about the moves to come. BECOME A PAID SUPPORTER FOR ALL EPISODES: www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO THE JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@justmets FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod

Jul 1

We are super excited to announce the launch of our brand new official Just Mets podcast, a subscription-based podcast for all things New York Mets. Host Rich MacLeod (Co-Creator of Just Mets) will be joined by a new guest every single Monday as they react to the latest week of Mets baseball, chat about the vibes, and discuss anything else that comes to mind. Guests will include reporters, content creators, analysts and notable Mets fans! Sign up for a paid subscription on Patreon, or subscribe for free clips, emergency pods & unlocked episodes on Apple, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts. SUBSCRIBE TO JUST METS ON PATREON www.patreon.com/JustMets SUBSCRIBE TO JUST METS NEWSLETTER www.justmets.net FOLLOW JUST METS ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/just_mets FOLLOW RICH ON TWITTER www.twitter.com/richmacleod