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SPRING TRAINING IS HERE: Is it WORLD SERIES or BUST for Mets in '25?
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are BACK and so is Mets baseball! The New York Mets reported to Port St. Lucie for spring training this week with LOTS to like- including Juan Soto in a Mets jersey and Pete Alonso's return. With Frankie Montas HURT, what will the Mets do with the starting rotation?
00:00-3:50: It won't stop snowing in Syracuse but the Mets are in Florida so all is well
3:51-9:54: Frankie Montas OUT 6-8 weeks with a lat injury
9:55-12:11: Do the Mets NEED a starter WITHOUT Montas? Who are the options?
12:12-13:57: Pete ALONSO is back at Mets spring training
13:58-19:26: CANDELITA wants to COME BACK - is there still a chance that the Mets resign Jose Iglesias?
19:27-25:09: Is it World Series or BUST for the Mets this season? Beat the Dodgers or bust?
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THE POLAR BEAR IS BACK: Mets Resign Pete Alonso
It's the reunion we've all been waiting for, and the couple we never wanted to see breakup: Pete Alonso and the New York Mets are back together again. Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski break down his new deal.
00:00-2:28: Pete Alonso is REUNITED with the METS
2:29-5:23: Was this a GOOD DEAL for ALONSO and the METS?
5:24-8:42: Reasons why METS fans should be EXCITED about the ALONSO deal
8:43-:11:30: The BAD parts about ALONSO
11:31-13:23: Will VLADDY DADDY become a MET?
13:24-15:24: Harrison BADER to the TWINS
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Steve Cohen SPEAKS OUT on Alonso; Mets interested in Flaherty, Mountcastle?
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back to talk about NEW DEVELOPMENTS in the Pete Alonso SAGA. Mets owner Steve Cohen lays down the LAW at Amazin' Day...and Scott Boras responds. PLUS, Mets rumors surrounding Jack Flaherty, Nick Pivetta, and Ryan Mountcastle.
00:00-12:36: Steve Cohen calls Pete Alonso negotiations "WORSE than JUAN SOTO." Cohen puts Scott Boras on NOTICE at Amazin' Day. What's the best option for Pete at this point?
12:37-19:42: Fallout from Cohen's COMMENTS - Mets and Alonso TALKING again?
19:43-26:23: Other takeaways from Amazin' Day: Montas comments, Brett Baty
26:24-31:09: Mets interested in Orioles' Ryan Mountcastle if Alonso moves on? Plus, interest in Jack Flaherty, Nick Pivetta
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ALONSO IMPASSE: Jays, Angels interested? YATES to Dodgers
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are wrapping up the MLB Hot Stove RUMORS at week's end. Is Pete Alonso headed up North? Are the Mets interested in a Max Scherzer reunion? PLUS, the Dodgers sign Kirby Yates.
00:00-7:13: Are the BLUE JAYS and Pete Alonso "at the 10 yard line?" Is Pete headed up north for $5 million more?
7:14-11:40: Arte Moreno, ANGELS interested in Alonso?
16:30-18:56: Mets, Yankees among teams at Max SCHERZER workout this week- could a reunion be in the cards?
18:57-23:16: Dodgers keep COOKING, sign Kirby YATES
23:17-28:08: HALL OF FAME inductees: Ichiro, CC Sabathia, Billy Wagner
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DODGERS DYNASTY: LA signs Tanner SCOTT, Jays get SANTANDER, is it OVER for Alonso?
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are breaking down the LATEST marquee signing for the Dodgers: Tanner Scott. PLUS, Toronto gets their man in Anthony Santander. Is it OVER between Pete Alonso and the Mets?
00:00-1:51: Happy MLK Day! MLK's MLB connection
1:52-10:22: The Dodgers sign reliever Tanner Scott to a 4-year/$72 million dollar deal. WHEN WILL IT END? Dodgers offseason signings roundup
10:23-11:45: Would HATE to be the Padres right now
11:46-14:39: Should MLB implement a salary CAP or a salary MINIMUM?
14:40-18:13: Is it fully OVER between Pete Alonso and the Mets?
18:14-21:13: The Blue Jays meet their match! Jays sign OF Anthony Santander
21:14-26:27: Old friend Evan Longoria has some INTERESTING comments about the Mets' clubhouse
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'Why Am I Mets Fan?' offers an intimate exploration of the experience of supporting one of the most captivating franchises in professional sports. From the highs to the lows, join us as we dissect the fascination, the frustrations, and the undeniable allure of the New York Mets.
While other podcasts may focus solely on the major league team, CNY Central's sports journalist duo Samantha Cronston and Ashley Wenskoski take you behind the scenes to explore the heart of the Mets organization: the Triple-A Affiliate Syracuse Mets. Here, top prospects rise through the ranks, well-known veterans embark on rehab stints, and the future of the franchise takes shape. Get ready for a deep dive into the farm system, insider insights, and lively discussions that will leave you asking, 'Why Am I Mets Fan?'"
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