Name: Carlos Mendoza calls Francisco Alvarez's caught stealing throw to Francisco Lindor 'unreal'
Uploaded: 2025-05-06T12:22-05:00
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Description: New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza reacts to the incredible play from Francisco Alvarez and Francisco Lindor to catch Alek Thomas stealing in the ninth inning, helping to secure the team's 5-4 win over the Diamondbacks.

Mets

Following the Mets' 7-1 win against the Diamondbacks, Juan Soto speaks about hitting two home runs, Carlos Mendoza gives an update on Jeff McNeil after coming out of the game with a cramp, and Kodai Senga discusses his thoughts on his six scoreless innings.

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Juan Soto hit two home runs for the Mets, while Kodai Senga threw six scoreless innings as they took down the Diamondbacks 7-1.

Mets vs Diamondbacks (5/7/25) | Mets Highlights

On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, SNY’s Steve Gelbs guest co-hosts with Connor Rogers and discusses the emergence of Luisangel Acuna with the big league club this season, and how Mets manager Carlos Mendoza had a good feeling about the young prospect even when he was struggling at Triple-A Syracuse in 2024.

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On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, SNY’s Steve Gelbs guest co-hosts with Connor Rogers and explains the specific adjustments that have brought so much success to Pete Alonso so far this season, and why he thinks the star slugger can sustain these changes moving forward.

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Mets OF Brandon Nimmo believes he hyperextended his knee hustling after a ball in the left field corner but is hopeful he "dodged a bullet," avoiding something more serious. Starter David Peterson felt his start was a "mixed bag," having good stuff but allowing four walks and "poor execution" on some 0-2 counts.

Brandon Nimmo says he 'dodged bullet' after suffering knee injury, David Peterson laments 'poor execution' in loss

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is cautiously optimistic that the apparent leg injury Brandon Nimmo sustained fielding a ball in the left field corner is not serious. He thought starter David Peterson pitched well, with the exception of the two-run HR to Arizona's Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Mendoza felt the team's inability to deliver a a big hit with the bases loaded in the fourth inning changed the entire complexion of the game.

Carlos Mendoza on Brandon Nimmo injury, Mets inability to get 'the big hit' in loss to Arizona

The Mets managed just four hits, their offense stifled for the second time in a week by Arizona's Zac Gallen in a 5-1 loss. Starter David Peterson had a rare off-night, allowing five hits and four earned runs, including a two-run homer to Lourdes Gurriel Jr. in the sixth inning.

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The St. Lucie Mets took center stage on Tuesday night both on the mound and at the plate. Raimon Gomez's fastball consistently hit over 100 mph on the radar in two innings of work. Ronny Mauricio saved a run with an alert defensive play, then singled and stole a base as he continues his comeback from a torn ACL. Colin Houck, 2023 first-round pick, doubled and tripled in their 6-1 victory.

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New York Mets SS Francisco Lindor explains the most difficult part of the caught stealing tag he placed on Diamondbacks' Alek Thomas that helped secure the team secure the victory. Plus, Pete Alonso comments on his plate discipline so far this season while Griffin Canning reacts to his one-run performance in Arizona.

Francisco Lindor on caught stealing tag, Pete Alonso on plate discipline in 5-4 win over Diamondbacks

Yankees

When Yankees first baseman Ben Rice said hitting can definitely be "contagious," he wasn't kidding. The offense exploded for 10 runs in the seventh inning as they turned a one-run game into a 12-3 rout of San Diego. Austin Wells belted a grand slam and had five RBI, Rice had a pair of hits and two RBI. Starter Clarke Schmidt allowed just two runs over six innings and got to talk a little smack with former teammate Michael King after the Yankees win.

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On Baseball Night in NY, former Met and Yankee Adam Ottavino discusses what he's seeing with Yankees reliever Devin Williams' poor performances.

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Aaron Judge spoke with the media after the Yankees' 7-5 loss to the Rays at Yankee Stadium on Sunday to discuss the disappointment in losing a series to a division rival, while Cody Bellinger touched on his feelings of accomplishment after hitting his 200th career home run.

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Aaron Judge and Austin Wells both hit solo home runs but the rest of the lineup couldn't solve Rays starter Zack Littell in the Yankees 3-2 loss. Manager Aaron Boone and lead-off man Cody Bellinger both credited Littell with keeping the hitters guessing. Boone lamented the fateful eighth inning when Tampa mustered a two-run rally to take the lead saying their hits "had eyes." Starter Ryan Yarbrough pitched into the fifth  inning allowing just one hit but walking three batters which he said "was not the start I was looking for."

 Aaron Boone, Cody Bellinger and Ryan Yarbrough on Yankees frustrating loss to Rays

Max Fried tossed seven innings of one-hit ball and Paul Goldschmidt provided all the offense the Yankees would need with a three-run homer as they shut out the Rays 3-0. Fried complimented batterymate Austin Wells for keeping him focused while Goldschmidt felt he began to rebound at the plate towards the end of last season and it has carried over to the Bronx. 

Max Fried and Paul Goldschmidt on Yankees blanking Rays in 3-0 win

On SNY’s SportsNite, Chelsea Sherrod, Jon Alba, and John Harper discuss another dreadful outing by New York Yankees closer Devin Williams, and whether or not it's time to make a closer change to Luke Weaver in the Bronx.

Will the Yankees move away from Devin Williams as closer? | SportsNite

On Baseball Night in NY, Emmanuel Berbari on how he expects Aaron Judge's season to be up there with some of the all-time greats.

Is Aaron Judge primed for his greatest season ever? | Baseball Night in NY

On Baseball Night in NY, Emmanuel Berbari and Hannah Keyser examine whether Carlos Rodon can really be a reliable starter for the Yankees.

Can Yankees really rely on Carlos Rodon? | Baseball Night in NY

There were no shortage of heroes for the Yankees on Wednesday night as they completed a three-game sweep of the Royals 4-3. Clarke Schmidt was thrilled to return to a packed house at Yankee Stadium for his first start of the season, tossing a strong 5.2 innings. Captain Aaron Judge snapped a 3-3 tie with a solo home run in the seventh inning and reliever Fernando Cruz took on the closer role with Devin Williams unavailable. Cruz got the job done but needed a little help from Cody Bellinger, who made a diving catch in the ninth inning to preserve the win.

Clarke Schmidt, Cody Bellinger, Fernando Cruz and Aaron Judge talk Yankees sweep of Royals

Jets

SNY’s Jeane Coakley speaks with Jets head coach Aaron Glenn, GM Darren Mougey, and 2025 draft picks Armand Membou, Mason Taylor, Arian Smith, and Malachi Moore about their goals for the upcoming season, their reactions to being drafted by New York, and what it means to make it to the NFL.

Aaron Glenn, Armand Membou, and other draft picks react to Jets' 2025 draft

Jets Nation goes “In the Trenches” with Connor Rogers and Willie Colon as they highlight Jets' first-round draft pick tackle Armand Membou and how he could complete a stellar young Jets offensive line.

Is first-round pick Armand Membou the final piece to a stellar Jets offensive line?

SNY's Chelsea Sherrod, Bart Scott, Willie Colon, and Connor Rogers discuss Jets' second round pick tight end Mason Taylor and how he will help the Jets offense as a patch catcher and blocker.

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SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes breaks down the 2025 NFL Draft for the Jets, the first under the new regime of GM Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn. Hughes notes that the picks made by the team emphasize a faith in quarterback Justin Fields, as many holes were filled around him on offense with picks such as OT Armand Membou, TE Mason Taylor, and WR Arian Smith.

Jets focus on filling holes around QB Justin Fields with 2025 NFL Draft picks

Jets GM Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn wrapped up the final day of the 2025 NFL Draft, selecting Georgia wide receiver Arian Smith  and safety Malachi Moore of Alabama. They completed the 2025 class by drafting a pair of Miami defenders, linebacker Francisco Mauiaga and defensive end Tyler Baron.

Aaron Glenn and Darren Mougey on Jets' Day 3 NFL Draft picks, Arian Smith, Malachi Moore

Check out the 2024 Georgia highlights from WR Arian Smith, taken by the New York Jets in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Arian Smith Highlights | Georgia WR | 2025 New York Jets Draft Pick

Florida State cornerback Azareye'h Thomas thrives on the "physicality" of the game while smothering wide receivers and is determined to bring those skills to the Jets after being picked in the third round of the NFL Draft, joining an already potent secondary.

CB Azareye'h Thomas on bringing 'physicality' to Jets after third-round selection in NFL Draft

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes shares what he’s learned about cornerback Azareye’h Thomas, the CB from Florida State taken by the Jets in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft.  

Jets make secondary stronger, take CB Azareye’h Thomas in 2025 NFL Draft

Jets GM Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn met the media to recap Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft, which featured the Jets selecting LSU tight end Mason Taylor, son of NFL great Jason Taylor, and also the addition of cornerback Azareye’h Thomas out of Florida State.

Aaron Glenn and Darren Mougey on Jets' Day 2 NFL Draft picks, Mason Taylor, Azareye’h Thomas

Giants

Giants GM Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll recapped the final day of the NFL Draft in which they chose Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo, Purdue guard Marcus Mbow, tight end Thomas Fidone from Nebraska and  Oklahoma State cornerback Korie Black. Both men cited Skattebo as one of their favorite players in the draft and were also surprised Mbow was still available.

Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen on Giants selecting RB Cam Skattebo and guard Marcus Mbow in NFL Draft

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes analyzes the Giants' 2025 NFL Draft picks. Hughes believes the Giants finally have an "identity," and a vision for the franchise. Adding the draft's top edge rusher in Abdul Carter and moving up to snag promising future QB Jaxson Dart makes it the best offseason the Giants have had in recent memory.

Giants score big in 2025 NFL Draft, selecting elite edge rusher Abdul Carter and future QB Jaxson Dart

Check out the 2024 Arizona State highlights from RB Cam Skattebo, taken by the New York Giants in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Cam Skattebo Highlights | Arizona St RB | 2025 New York Giants Draft Pick

Check out the 2024 Toledo highlights from DT Darius Alexander, taken by the New York Giants in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Darius Alexander Highlights | Toledo DT | 2025 New York Giants Draft Pick

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes looks at the latest addition to the Giants defensive line, DT Darius Alexander from Toledo, taken by Big Blue with the first pick of the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Giants add to D-Line, take Toledo DT Darius Alexander with third round pick in NFL Draft

Giants GM Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll addressed the media to recap Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft for Big Blue, which included the team selecting Toledo defensive tackle Darius Alexander with the first pick in the third round, and questions about previous meetings with Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders.

Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen on Giants picking DT Darius Alexander in NFL Draft

Following Jaxson Dart's introductory press conference for the New York Giants, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes discusses the projected plan for the rookie QB, and when we might see him in NFL action.   

When will Jaxson Dart be ready to start at quarterback for the Giants?

New York Giants No. 3 overall draft pick Abdul Carter says he had a dream as a kid he was drafted by this franchise, is excited to meet legend Lawrence Taylor, and will give everything he has when he's out on the field.

Abdul Carter says Giants fans will get '100% effort' from him, excited to meet Lawrence Taylor

New York Giants first-round draft pick Jaxson Dart explains how honored he is to join this 'iconic' franchise, feels ready to play in the NFL, and remembers watching Russell Wilson play as a kid.

Jaxson Dart feels ready to play in the NFL, excited to be in Giants organization

Knicks

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley speaks about Mikal Bridges' incredible defense against the Celtics, how the Knicks players know they haven't played their best basketball, and Mitchell Robinson's impact.

Ian Begley on how Mikal Bridges sparked Knicks in Game 2 win over Celtics

After going down 2-0 to the Knicks in the NBA playoffs, Jaylen Brown discusses what went wrong for the Celtics after blowing a 20-point lead and his confidence in the team heading to New York for Game 3.

Jaylen Brown still confident after Celtics fall 2-0 down to Knicks

Mitchell Robinson speaks about getting intentionally fouled to be taken out of the game in the fourth quarter. OG Anunoby shares his thoughts on how the team is defending Jayson Tatum so far this series.

Mitchell Robinson and OG Anunoby on Knicks' final defensive stand: 'We're defending the city'

Following the Knicks' 91-90 win over the Celtics, Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart discuss impacting the game even when shots aren't falling, Brunson's mindset in clutch situations, and New York's team mentality.

Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart on Brunson's clutch mindset in Knicks' Game 2 win over Celtics

Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges, and Miles McBride discuss the Knicks' final defensive stand as time expired, never giving up on themselves, and heading to MSG with a 2-0 series lead.

Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges on Knicks' 20-point comeback: 'We just never quit'

Joe Mazzulla and Kristaps Porzingis discuss the strategy of fouling Mitchell Robinson to get him off the floor, blowing a 20-point lead, and how Boston can bounce back in Game 3 against the Knicks.

Joe Mazzulla and Kristaps Porzingis react to Knicks' fourth-quarter comeback against Celtics

Following the Knicks' 91-90 win over the Celtics in Game 2 of the NBA playoffs, Tom Thibodeau speaks about the team's "clutch defense," New York's fourth quarter comeback, and how they can keep the momentum going as they head to MSG.

Tom Thibodeau on Knicks' 'clutch defense' in Game 2 win over Celtics

New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson explains how the team plans to approach Game 2 Wednesday night in Boston and what made him originally choose number eleven when he came to the Big Apple.

Jalen Brunson details how Knicks plan to attack Game 2 in Boston

New York Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns says the team has to execute at a much higher level if they expect to pull out a Game 2 win over Boston and says he still owns Jeremy Lin gear from his childhood fandom.

Karl-Anthony Towns says Knicks have to execute at a higher level in Game 2

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