Rico Brogna: A New York Mets Podcast

Another One That Got Away

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How many times have we heard the story that Alex Rodriguez wanted to be a Met? Well, he could have teamed up with a hall of famer if everything worked...

Clay Holmes At Amazin' Day | Joe Benigno & Sal Licata

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joe and Sal are joined by new Met Clay Holmes to get his thoughts on his new team and the upcoming season.  To learn more about listener data and o...

Episode 418 - Amazin' Day Recap

26 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On a great day, there's still one thing hanging over everyone's head, Pete Alonso. Evan listens back to David Stearns and Steve Cohen's comments about...

Pete's Gone, There's Nothing We Can Do, Or Is There?

26 Jan 2025

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What can happen at this moment to change the Pete Alonso situation with the Mets? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit:...

How About Spencer Torkelson At First?

26 Jan 2025

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Another option at first base not currently in the system. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.c...

Episode 417 - Live At Amazin' Day

26 Jan 2025

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Evan heads out to Citi-Field for the first on the road Rico Brogna Live. Joining the broadcast Mookie Wilson, David Wright and Bobby Valentine. ***Not...

Episode 416 - Latest On Alonso, Hall Of Fame Fallout

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's been no news on Pete Alonso since the last Mets offer. Does that mean there's still a chance the Mets can work a deal? Carlos Beltran misses i...

You Mercenary Pieces Of Crap

23 Jan 2025

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That's right. We only want lifetime Mets, not mercenaries. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc....

Future Hall Of Famer Carlos Beltran Will Go In As A....

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Beltran is a sure fire hall of famer even if he's not getting in this year. The real question is, will he go in as a New York Met? To learn more abo...

Mets Fans Need More Out Of Stearns And Cohen | Pete Hoffman

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hoff opens his sow by saying that other than signing Juan Soto the Mets haven't made any other off season moves that will improve the Mets roster To...

Episode 415 - 2025 Hall Of Fame

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Baseball will announce on Tuesday, January 21st who will be elected next into the Hall Of Fame. Billy Wagner? David Wright? Curtis Granderson? Carlos ...

The Case For Carlos

20 Jan 2025

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Is this the year for Beltran? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn ...

Hall Of Fame Worthy Closers

20 Jan 2025

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Evan goes through the best closers in a Mets uniform and which ones should be Hall of Famers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy prac...

Episode 414 - Mets Sign AJ Minter, Breaking News Tanner Scott Signs With Dodgers

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Rico Brogna, Evan discusses the latest signing of AJ Minter, potential of trading Starling Marte, looking into Nolan Arenado and to...

Breaking News: Tanner Scott Signs With The Dodgers

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As Evan and Hoff are about to wrap up the episode breaking news hits. The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed Tanner Scott to a 4 year 72 million dollar c...

Live Rico Brogna At Amazin Day

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Come join us, Saturday, January 25th, 11am at Citifield's The K' Korner for a very special edition of Rico Brogna Live at Amazin' Day. To learn more...

Dodgers Luxury Tax Doesn't Make A Difference

19 Jan 2025

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The Mets have dropped payroll significantly, meanwhile the Dodgers are bulking up! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit...

Episode 413 - New York Mets Killers Series: Featuring Eric Hosmer

18 Jan 2025

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Eric Hosmer, first baseman and 2015 World Series Champion with the Kansas City Royals joins Evan Roberts. The two talk about Mets losing the World Ser...

The Noah Syndergaard Situation

18 Jan 2025

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Evan asks Eric Hosmer about game three and Noah Syndergaard throwing at Alcedies Escobar. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practice...

Eric Hosmer Ties The Game In The Top Of The 9th Of World Series Game 5

18 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eric Hosmer takes us through the 9th inning and how he scored the game tying run that brought the Royals to tie the game and eventually win game 5 of ...

Episode 412 - Mets Are Moving On From Pete Alonso

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Plan B is in effect and Pete Alonso doesn't seem to be apart of it. Please like, rate, follow, favorite or subscribe to Rico Brogna here: https://lin...

Jesse Winker Is Back

17 Jan 2025

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Championship! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ...

Fan Reaction To The Latest On Pete Alonso

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners are split on the news that the Mets have moved on to plan b, which does not include Pete Alonso. To learn more about listener data and our...

Episode 411 - Roki Sasaki Says No Thank You To The Mets

15 Jan 2025

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Mets have been told Roki Sasaki will not be headed to the big apple. Plus, first year ratings on Carlos Mendoza. Please like, rate, follow, favorite ...

Deep Dive Of Carlos Mendoza

15 Jan 2025

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It was a nice unexpected run for year one of Carlos Mendoza and the Mets. Evan dives a little deeper as to how he fairs compared to other managers in ...

Todd Hundley Vs Pete Alonso

15 Jan 2025

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Evan compared Todd Hundley and Pete Alonso in a recent podcast. Someone has a little pushback. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pra...

Episode 410 - For Pete's Sake

12 Jan 2025

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Scott Boras gives the New York Mets and offer on Pete Alonso that they can't refuse. Or will they? Please like, rate, follow, favorite or subscribe t...

This Is Not A Bidding War

12 Jan 2025

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Pete Alonso wants a lot of money, Scott Boras wants Pete Alonso to get a lot of money, Steve Cohen HAS a lot of money, but no one else has come to the...

Pete Alonso Not Long For Queens

12 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

While Pete Alonso may return for the 2025 season, the feel is he may not be here much longer than that. To learn more about listener data and our pr...

The Truth Within Pete Alonso's Rumored Contract | Pete Hoffman

12 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pete Alonso and Scott Boras floated out a new proposal for a contract with the Mets. But do the Mets really even want Pete, are they playing the game ...

Episode 409 - Pete Alonso, Roki Sasaki, Alex Verdugo And Mets Bullpen

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Evan discusses the latest rumors surrounding Pete Alonso's contract, Roki Sasaki update, Alex Verdugo rumblings and the Mets focus on high priced bull...

Mets Have Interest In Another Former Yankee

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

His name is Alex Verdugo. Rewatch episode: Gary Carter Walk Off Win 1985 Season Opener https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_ncRQmgNrI Email TheRicoB@gm...

Mets Bullpen Needs Some Work

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Mets have made a few big moves, but the lack of bullpen moves is starting to get concerning. The latest rumors about Tanner Scott may address thos...

Pete Alonso Wants To Be Prince Fielder | BT & Sal

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rumors are popping up the Scott Boras and Pete Alonso are looking for a Prince Fielder type of contract which was 9 years $214M. To learn more about...

Episode 408 - The Top Home Runs In Mets History That We May Have Missed

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of reaction has come in from listeners criticizing Evan for his top 20 home runs in Mets history. Well, we look over some home runs we may have ...

Did Robin Ventura Really Hit A Grand Slam Home Run?

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One person in particular says that it is unfair to have Robin Ventura's grand slam single be allowed on the top 20 home runs in Mets history. Rewatch...

The Steve Henderson Game

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

1980 wasn't a great season in Mets history. However, one game sticks out more than any other. Rewatch episode: Gary Carter Walk Off Win 1985 Season O...

Episode 407 - If Not Pete Alonso, Then Who?

05 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Seems like there is no guarantee that Pete Alonso will be coming back to the Mets at the right price. So if it's not Pete Alonso, who will the Mets be...

What About Trading For Vlad Guerrero Jr.?

05 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Evan takes a look at what a trade for Vlad Guerrero Jr. may look like. Do the Mets have enough to get the superstar first baseman to New York if Pete ...

Two Former New Yorkers Looking For A New Home

05 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Evan finds two more New York athletes who are available and looking for a new home. Would either of these first baseman do the trick? Rewatch episode...

Episode 406 - Mets Still Looking For A Bat

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of movement took place before and during the holidays. The Mets, however, have stayed patient while looking for someone to bulk up the lineup. ...

Pete Alonso Vs David Stearns

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Who will blink first between Pete Alonso and David Stearns? Rewatch episode: Gary Carter Walk Off Win 1985 Season Opener https://www.youtube.com/watc...

Corbin Burnes Reaction And Latest On Roki Sasaki

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Evan was shocked to hear the news of Corbin Burnes heading to Arizona. Plus, the clock is ticking on Roki Sasaki's decision. Rewatch episode: Gary Ca...

Top Moments Of 2024: Pete Alonso Game Winning Home Run Off Devin Williams

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Snippet from episode 354. Pete Alonso's biggest home run as a New York Met. Rewatch episode: Gary Carter Walk Off Win 1985 Season Opener https://www....

Top Moments Of 2024: Jorge Lopez Throws His Glove And Changes The Course Of The Season

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Snippet From Episode 278. Rewatch episode: Gary Carter Walk Off Win 1985 Season Opener https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_ncRQmgNrI To learn more ab...

Top Moments Of 2024: Mets Get Juan Soto Live On Rico Brogna

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Snippet of Episode 392. Sal Licata and Evan are going back and forth about Juan Soto when all of a sudden, news hits, Juan Soto is a New York Met. Re...

Episode 405 - Top 20 Home Runs In Mets History Part III (Numbers 1-10)

29 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Holidays from Evan and Hoff. The next few episodes will be a three part series. The top 20 home runs in Mets history. Here's the finale to this ...

Episode 404 - Top 20 Home Runs In Mets History Part II (Numbers 11-20)

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Holidays from Evan and Hoff. The next few episodes will be a three part series. The top 20 home runs in Mets history. This second episode takes ...

Episode 403 - Top 20 Home Runs In Mets History Part I (Honorable Mentions)

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Holidays from Evan and Hoff. The next few episodes will be a three part series. The top 20 home runs in Mets history. This first episode is an h...

Episode 402 - Breaking News: Mets Re-sign Sean Manaea

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

While you were sleeping, David Stearns is working his magical ways as the ace of last years staff rejoins the Mets. Email [email protected] or leave...

Episode 401 - Pete Alonso's Market Is Dwindling

22 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The first base market has heated up as Josh Naylor, Christian Walker and Paul Goldschmidt have all joined new teams. Where does that leave the Mets an...

Episode 400 - Breaking News Mets Sign Griffin Canning

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Just after signing off the New York Mets make an unexpected move for starting pitcher Griffin Canning Email [email protected] or leave a voice messa...

Episode 399 - Pete Alonso Backup Plans & Listeners Trades

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Evan dives into other options in the infield if Pete Alonso does not return, plus we open up the emails and take a look at some listener trade ideas. ...

Episode 398 - Will Alonso Return? Acquiring Luis Castillo?

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are we getting closer to a decision on Pete Alonso? Rumors are slowly trickling out. Not all signs point to the slugger coming back to Queens. Plus, L...

Episode 397 - David Stearns Speaks At Winter Meetings Part 3

14 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Stearns had much to say about a lot of Mets offseason moves. Here's the end of day 2 and a one on interview with Steve Gelbs. Email TheRicoB@gm...

Episode 396 - Juan Soto Speaks And More David Stearns

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Juan Soto is finally introduced to fans for the first time as a Met plus David Stearns spoke to the media at the winter meetings and had much to say. ...

Episode 395 - David Stearns Speaks Day One Of Winter Meetings

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Stearns spoke to the media at the winter meetings and had much to say. Here's his q&a for day 1. Email [email protected] or leave a voice mess...

Episode 394 - Examining The Starting Pitching Market

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Max Fried and Nate Eovaldi are off the board. Supposedly there's no interest in Corbin Burnes. So who are the Mets looking to close in on to fill out ...

Winter Meetings: Life After The Big Juan Soto News | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Now that the dust from the big Juan Soto news has settled, it's a great time to reflect on what impact ...

Episode 393 - The Juan Soto Fall Out And What's Next

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last night was extremely fun, but what's next for David Stearns and crew? Email [email protected] or leave a voice message at 725-222-8699 To lear...

Episode 392 Part One And Two - Wait Party For Juan Soto Turns Into Juan Soto Signing With The Mets

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Evan invites C-Mac on to enjoy some hypothetical Mets and Yankees trades when rumors start to swoon about Juan Soto. Next thing you know Sal Licata an...

Episode 392 Part One - Hypothetical Trades Between Mets And Yankees Featuring Chris McMonigle

09 Dec 2024

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Chris McMonigle joins Evan Roberts to go over some hypothetical Mets Yankees trades when all of a sudden word comes out that Juan Soto may make his de...

Episode 392 Part Two - Juan Soto Makes His Decision

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's the night of Juan Soto Wait party... Evan and Hoff are joined by by Sal Licata, Positive Tommy, Chris McMonigle and Shaun Morash as the unthinkab...

Episode 391 - Mets Sign Clay Holmes

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

That's right. Not the former New York Yankee, Mets fans were hoping for. And get this, Clay Holmes may be used as a starter more than a reliever. The ...

Episode 390 - 24-25 Offseason Pitching Trade Proposals

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We turn to the pitching market and see who may be dealt to the Mets to fill out the rotation. Email [email protected] or leave a voice message at 72...

An Important Conversation With Former Mets GM Jared Porter | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): We haven't heard from Jared Porter publicly since his dismissal as the Mets' GM on Jan. 19, 2021 ... un...

Episode 389 - New York Mets Sign Frankie Montas

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Mets did it... they've filled out the back of their rotation. Email [email protected] or leave a voice message at 725-222-8699 To learn more a...

Episode 388 - Potential Trade For Position Players

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What big trades are available this offseason, and will David Stearns be able to wheel and deal? Email [email protected] or leave a voice message 725...

New York Mets 2024 Moment Of The Year

01 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The end of the season and playoffs gave us some amazing moments, but what was the moment of the year? To learn more about listener data and our priv...

New York Mets 2024 Playoff Performance Of The Year

01 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

That's right. We went from 11 games under .500, to a pretty successful playoff run. So who was the one player that stuck out more than others? To le...

New York Mets 2024 Most Disappointing Player Of The Year

01 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a year with so much good, could there be some bad? Of course! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.auda...

New York Mets 2024 Surprise Of The Year

01 Dec 2024

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In a year with so many surprises, can we narrow it down to the one biggest surprise of he season? To learn more about listener data and our privacy ...

New York Mets 2024 Reliever Of The Year

01 Dec 2024

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Clearly it can't be Edwin Diaz. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Lear...

WFAN Daily with Sal Licata: New York Mets Offseason Approach Featuring Joe Demayo

01 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mets are going big fish hunting this offseason. Who's their biggest competition? Joe Demayo of SNYtv joins to break it all down. To learn more about...

New York Mets 2024 Rookie Of The Year Award

01 Dec 2024

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Goes to... To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad ...

New York Mets 2024 Cy Young

30 Nov 2024

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It came down to two names for the 2024 Cy Young of the New York Mets. Who do you give the best pitcher award to? To learn more about listener data a...

New York Mets 2024 MVP

30 Nov 2024

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Evan and Hoff gave out their seasonal awards. One was more obvious than any other. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit...

Episode 387 - Reaction To Dodgers Signing Blake Snell, Juan Soto Rumors And More Emails

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Blake Snell goes to LA on another team friendly deal. Juan Soto news has been picking up. Evan dives into more listener emails on the latest Rico Brog...

Episode 386 - Free Agent Position Players

24 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's the moment you've been waiting for. Which free agents are the Mets going to be targeting? Evan gives you his top targets. Email [email protected]...

Episode 385 - Non Tenders & Mailbag

23 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We take a closer look at which players have been added to free agency and who the Mets should target. Email [email protected] or leave a voice messa...

Episode 384 - Jose Siri Trade & Free Agent Relievers

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the latest episode of Rico Brogna, Evan dives into the Jose Siri trade to the Mets and which relief pitchers the Mets need to target. Email TheRic...

Episode 383 - New York Mets 2024 Season Awards

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Mets may have fell short from winning the World Series, the league MVP, Cy Young among other pieces of hardware, but that won't stop us from givin...

Episode 382 - The New York Mets Have Met With Juan Soto

17 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

And now we wait to see if Steve Cohen and company wined and dined Juan Soto enough. Email [email protected] or leave a voice message at 725-222-8699...

Episode 381 - Ranking The 2024-25 Class Of Free Agent Pitchers

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Evan takes us through the class of free agent pitchers and who the Mets should be targeting. Email [email protected] or leave a voice message at 725...

Episode 380 - Rico Brogna Weekly Mailbag

13 Nov 2024

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Evan will dive through his Rico Brogna mailbag once a week during the offseason. What goodies does he have today? Email [email protected] or leave a...

Episode 379 - When David Stearns Talks We Listen Part II

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Stearns spoke for three days at the GM meetings. Here is day two and three of his Q & A's with the media. Email [email protected] or leave a v...

What Is Jeff McNeil's Role With The Mets In 2025?

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Evan knows exactly what the plan is for Jeff McNeil next season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.auda...

Roki Sasaki Hits The Open Market

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Should the Mets be players in the Sasaki game? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-...

Episode 378 - David Stearns Speaks At GM Meetings Day One

09 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Stearns speaks to the media at the GM meetings in hopes to learn more of what the team strategy is. Email [email protected] or leave a voice m...

How Many Ways To Ask About Soto?

09 Nov 2024

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David Stearns gets peppered with a ton of questions. They all sound like Juan Soto is the answer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy ...

Pete Alonso Vs Willy Adames

09 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rumors of the Mets talking to Willy Adames have surfaced. Evan makes the case the Mets should just stick with Pete Alonso at that point. To learn mo...

Episode 377 - 2025 High Priced Free Agents

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to take a deeper dive at the top end high priced free agents that the Mets will be looking at this offseason. Email [email protected] or l...

Mets Can't Miss This Time Around

07 Nov 2024

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Evan talks about the last time a big fish was there for the taking and the Mets dropped the ball. To learn more about listener data and our privacy ...

Mets Can Take A Gamble

06 Nov 2024

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Evan thinks there's an opportunity to go above and beyond while still putting together a solid pitching rotation. To learn more about listener data ...

Episode 376 - New York Mets Off-Season Mailbag

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Evan runs through tons of Rico Brogna emails in regards to the 2024 season, playoffs and offseason. Email [email protected] or leave a voice message...

Here's A Different Trade Idea

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mets clearly need pitching, but who would be willing to get rid of a top end starting pitcher and who would they need to part with? To learn more ab...

The Mets Can Not Come Up Short On Top Target

04 Nov 2024

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One emailer says, the Mets can not afford to miss out on the number one target like years past. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pr...

Episode 375 - New York Mets Post World Series

02 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The World Series is over and now we can focus on the offseason. Before we do that let's just take one last look at the Mets season. Email TheRicoB@gm...

The What If Factor

02 Nov 2024

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Mets Yankees World Series? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn mor...

Final World Series Thoughts

02 Nov 2024

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Evan takes a few final emails on the 2024 World Series. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com...