BIB on the Go: Catching Up With Edwin Diaz, Juan Soto
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Who are the key players discussed in this episode?
is catching up with two people of very, very high interest for Mets fans, Mets followers, Mets media, everybody else. That's Edwin Diaz and Juan Soto. I get a chance to catch up with them at the Red Carpet, the MLB Awards. First up is Edwin Diaz, who obviously now is a free agent, so everybody wanted to talk to him about how he views his free agency now, now that he has jumped to the top of the power rankings when it comes to free agent relief pitchers. And then secondly, Juan Soto. Juan Soto, who reflecting on... A really, really good year with the Mets. It didn't work out wins and losses, but really, really good year with the Mets. Third overall in MVP voting. Good for him. And also, what I found most interesting is that you look back at a year ago, his life, how he viewed everything in regards to free agency.
Remember? I mean, it was a be-all, end-all. There it is. All right.
What insights does Edwin Diaz share about his free agency?
Well, anyway. Just wanted to give this quick B-I-B on the go to everybody. Hope everybody's well. At BB isn't boring. At BB isn't boring. All right. Here you go. Edwin Diaz and Juan Soto.
So for an event like this, obviously every team in baseball was also here. Do you take the time to meet with teams to talk about free agency?
No, I just came here yesterday. I was with my family walking around, spending time. My agency is taking care of that. I know that we do a really good job with that. I just came here to spend time with teammates, other players, and enjoy the activity.
How does Juan Soto reflect on his previous season with the Mets?
How would you describe the interest in you so far? Do you think it's more or less than you expected? The amount of interest in you so far, do you think it's more than you expected?
I think it's good. I just followed my agent, what he told me, and he's really happy with what he's hearing right now. We just got to wait a little bit and see what's happening, but we are happy right now.
What are you looking for the most?
Today? Just get the best deal for me and my family. Like I say always, I love New York. I would love to stay in New York, but if I have to go to another place, I would be happy and want to win a ring. So whenever I go, I want to win a ring and enjoy the time. What do you think your chances are going back to the Mets? As of now, it's 50-50. We haven't talked about the deal or anything. We just met a little bit. I just want to see what happens in the pre-agency.
Were you in on the conversation with the Mets?
No, just my agent. As of now, I don't want to be part of that. I want to enjoy my off-season. They will take care of me. It's the time for me to... join the conversation, I would do it.
You came back from a ruptured patella tendon. Tristan Costas with the Red Sox had the same thing. I think you guys are the only ones I know. How would you describe what the process is like to come back from an injury like that?
You know, it's a long process. For me, it was a little bit tough the first couple months.
What factors influence Edwin Diaz's decision on his next contract?
You know, I couldn't walk for a couple months. Get the strength back was a little bit tough. And then be done a year, came back and pitch, tried to ramp up quick, was a little bit tough early in the season, 24. But, you know, after I learned my body, learned everything, everything was fine for me.
When you say 50-50 going back to the match, you don't think there's a better chance than 50-50?
I think so. You know, I like the team. I like the organization. You know, they came with the best deal for me. I really enjoyed to stay with them. But at the end of the day, I don't know what they are thinking. You know, we got our role. My agency, I want to do the best job. And I just listen to my agent.
How is it to think back to a year ago this time when you were just getting ready to start the whole free agency thing and the fact that you will never again in your life, at least for the next 14 years, have to go through anything like that?
How does Edwin Diaz describe his recovery from injury?
It's crazy to think about that way.
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Chapters
8 chapters
1
Who are the key players discussed in this episode?
0:00–0:57
2
What insights does Edwin Diaz share about his free agency?
0:57–1:34
3
How does Juan Soto reflect on his previous season with the Mets?
1:34–2:59
4
What factors influence Edwin Diaz's decision on his next contract?
2:59–3:53
5
How does Edwin Diaz describe his recovery from injury?
3:53–5:39
6
What are Juan Soto's thoughts on the upcoming hot stove season?
5:39–6:58
7
How does Juan Soto feel about his MVP ranking and future performance?
6:58–8:07
8
What is the importance of team dynamics in player performance?
8:07–8:17
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