Name: Nolan McLean, Brandon Sproat, and Jonah Tong give Mets a chance | The Mets Pod
Uploaded: 2025-09-24T04:26-05:00
Duration: 125 s
Description: On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo talk about how young pitchers Nolan McLean, Brandon Sproat, and Jonah Tong are the main reason the Mets still have a shot at the postseason, and break down the specific stuff that makes Tong successful.

Mets

On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look at the precarious position the Mets now find themselves in as far as making the playoffs this season, and whether or not missing the postseason could lead to some major changes for the organization over the winter.

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For the second straight game, the Mets were faced with a big deficit but on Wednesday night, there would be dramatic comeback as the Cubs pounded Jonah Tong and the Mets 10-3. Tong for his part, owned up to the ineffective start saying, "I didn't get the job done, they got to me." Mets manager Carlos Mendoza chose not to scoreboard watch while Francisco Lindor, admitted to "taking a peek," but added after the Reds also lost, "we still control our own destiny."

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 Chris Suero homered and drove in four runs as the Mets Double-A affiliate Binghamton Rumble Ponies, captured the Eastern League title 8-2. 


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On Baseball Night in NY, Anthony McCarron and Jose Reyes discuss how the Mets can take advantage and use Edwin Diaz in the final week of the regular season to grab the last Wild Card spot.

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On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo talk about how young pitchers Nolan McLean, Brandon Sproat, and Jonah Tong are the main reason the Mets still have a shot at the postseason, and break down the specific stuff that makes Tong successful.

Nolan McLean, Brandon Sproat, and Jonah Tong give Mets a chance | The Mets Pod

"Huge," said Mets manager Carlos Mendoza, referring to Brandon Nimmo's three-run homer and Francisco Alvarez going yard to give New York an enormous win. Mendoza was obviously concerned with another poor outing from starter David Peterson but proud of the way his team battled back down 6-1.

Carlos Mendoza on Brandon Nimmo and Francisco Alvarez home runs in comeback win over the Cubs

In an injury-plagued season, Francisco Alvarez was rewarded for his hard work, "super excited" to launch the eventual game-winning home run in the Mets win over the Cubs. Alvarez: "This team deserves to to be in the playoffs." Closer Edwin Diaz struck out five of the six batters he faced in pitching the eighth and ninth innings, Diaz was fully prepared for the six-out save but the most important thing was "getting the win."

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Down 6-1 and the season on the verge of slipping away, the Mets staged their biggest comeback of 2025, pulling out a 9-7 win over the Cubs. Brandon Nimmo's three-run shot tied the game at six in a five-run fifth inning and Francisco Alvarez unloaded a two-run blast in the eighth to put them back up by two. Edwin DIaz then slammed the door with a six-out save as the Mets moved back ahead of the Reds in the Wild Card chase.

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On Baseball Night in NY, John Harper follows up on his sny.tv column on what he learned about the Mets' impressive three young pitchers from talking with former MLB pitchers Ron Darling and Dan Plesac.

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Yankees

 Aaron Boone and Max Fried shared their admiration for Aaron Judge after the Yankees captain launched home runs 50 and 51, providing Fried with a lead he would not relinquish. The 8-1 win over the White Sox coupled with a Toronto loss, moved the Yankees back into a tie atop the American League East. Judge however, wants the team to "keep playing our game" and not worry about the standings.

Aaron Judge crushes HRs 50 and 51 as Yankees pull into first-place tie with Toronto

The Yankees offense was stifled for much of the night but came through with a pair of runs in the bottom of the ninth inning to defeat the White Sox and clinch a postseason berth. Cody Bellinger, Aaron Judge and Jazz Chisholm enjoy the locker room celebration and look ahead to the playoffs. 

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New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone shares SS Anthony Volpe has been playing through a partial tear in his labrum and doesn't believe that has been a major factor impacting his performance this season.

Aaron Boone shares Anthony Volpe has been playing through a partial labrum tear

New York Yankees Carlos Rodon and Austin Wells react to the team's lopsided loss to the Tigers. Plus, manager Aaron Boone discusses bringing Luke Weaver into the game in the ninth.

Carlos Rodon, Austin Wells and Aaron Boone react to Yankees 11-1 loss to Tigers

On Baseball Night in NY, the panel discusses whether Aaron Judge needs to win a World Series to become an all-time Yankee great after he passed Yogi Berra on organization's all-time home run list.

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On Baseball Night in NY, Dani Wexelman shares her passion about Anthony Volpe and how he despite the rest the next few days he is the Yankees shortstop of the future.

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Aaron Judge, Fernando Cruz and Aaron Boone all spoke following the Yankees' 12-2 loss to the Detroit Tigers. Judge said they have to rebound and try to win the series. Cruz talked about his rough outing, yielding five earned runs without recording an out. Boone also broke down what went wrong against Detroit.

Aaron Judge, Fernando Cruz and Aaron Boone on Yankees' 12-2 loss to Tigers

On SportsNite, Chelsea Sherrod, John Jastremski and Ty Butler talk state of the Mets and Yankees plus who they're more confident in at this time.

 Mets and Yanks in October, who ya got? | SportsNite

On Baseball Night in NY, John Jastremski talks the return of Aaron Judge to Yankees lineup as a RF and the absence of an ineffective Anthony Volpe at SS as New York begins a crucial series against Toronto.

 Yankees begin big series vs Toronto with Aaron Judge back in RF| Baseball Night in NY

Jets

New York Jets CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr. explains how he will fit in with Sauce Gardner and the rest of the defense. Plus, rookie tight end Mason Taylor explains how he is adjusting to the NFL.

Jarvis Brownlee Jr. on how he and Sauce Gardner will team up on Jets defense

New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn shares where Justin Fields is in his recovery process from his concussion and also reacts to some of the memes that came out of his celebration for Will McDonald's touchdown against the Buccaneers.

Justin Fields concussion update from Jets head coach Aaron Glenn

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic’s senior Jets writer Zack Rosenblatt react to Aaron Glenn’s denial that the Jets are the “same old Jets,” and present all the evidence they see to the contrary so far this season.

Here’s why the Jets are the ‘same old Jets’ until they’re not | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic’s senior Jets writer Zack Rosenblatt react to the Jets' Week 3 loss to the Bucs, Tyrod Taylor's start, and Aaron Glenn not fixing the Jets' problems.

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Aaron Glenn speaks about the Jets' 0-3 start to the season, Justin Fields' Week 4 status, and how the team can improve.

Aaron Glenn won't commit to Justin Fields or Tyrod Taylor as Jets' Week 4 starter

SNY's Jeane Coakley speaks with Jets edge rusher Will McDonald IV and running back Braelon Allen about the team's Week 3 loss against the Buccaneers, the blocked field goal returned for a touchdown, and cleaning up the little things.

Will McDonald IV & Braelon Allen on Jets' frustrating loss to the Buccaneers

Quinnen Williams talks about the Jets needing to delete the negative things and move forward. John Simpson speaks on the team being young and will start clicking soon.

Quinnen Williams say team not playing up to expectations, John Simpson on Jets still figuring things out

Will McDonald breaks down his blocked field goal for a touchdown which gave the Jets a lead late in the fourth quarter. Sauce Gardner discusses getting evaluated for a concussion before he was able to return to the field.

Will McDonald on 'best play' of career, Sauce Gardner on concussion evaluation during Jets loss

Following the Jets' 29-27 loss to the Buccaneers, Garrett Wilson and Tyrod Taylor speak about what went right for the offense in the second half, Will McDonald's blocked field goal for a touchdown, and how the team can keep morale high.

Garrett Wilson and Tyrod Taylor on emotions after Jets' late-game heroics then giving up lead

Giants

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to Giants' head coach Brian Daboll elevating rookie Jaxson Dart to the team's QB1. Connor emphasized that this was Daboll's decision alone and will ultimately decide his future as Giants coach.

Giants' first-round pick Jaxson Dart named team's starting quarterback

Giants wide receivers Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton, and Wan'Dale Robinson speak about Jaxson Dart being named the team's starting quarterback and what they need to do to support their rookie teammate.

Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton on Jaxson Dart being Giants' starting QB

New York Giants veteran quarterback Russell Wilson shared his disappointment about losing his starting job, but promised to help rookie QB Jaxson Dart, saying “attitude and gratitude” are the two things he can control.

Giants QB Russell Wilson on being backup, promises to help rookie starter Jaxson Dart

New York Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart spoke publicly for the first time after being named the starting quarterback for Week 4 by head coach Brian Daboll, sharing his thoughts about getting the job, working with Russell Wilson, and what now lies ahead.

Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart reacts to being named QB1 for Big Blue

New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart will be starting under center for Big Blue in Week 4, and on Wednesday he took the practice field for the first time as QB1 for the Giants.

 Take a look at Jaxson Dart’s first practice as Giants starting quarterback

Giants head coach Brian Daboll met the media on Wednesday and revealed his reasoning behind the decision to start rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart in Week 4 and beyond, while moving on from veteran signal caller Russell Wilson.

Giants coach Brian Daboll explains decision to start rookie QB Jaxson Dart

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes discusses why the Giants made the decision to bench Russell Wilson and start rookie Jaxson Dart at quarterback.

Connor Hughes on Jaxson Dart being Giants' starting QB

Russell Wilson reacts to the Giants' 22-9 loss to the Chiefs, getting boo'd at MetLife Stadium, and how the offense can improve next week.

Russell Wilson on getting boo'd and 'we want Dart' chants from Giants fans

Following the Giants' 22-9 loss to the Chiefs, Brian Daboll speaks about the team's slow start, needing to get Malik Nabers the ball more, and Russell Wilson's performance.

Brian Daboll talks Malik Nabers usage after Giants' loss to Chiefs

Knicks

See new Knicks Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele take the court while Mitchell Robinson, OG Anunoby, and Mikal Bridges get some free throws in.


Knicks Practice Highlights | Jordan Clarkson, Guerschon Yabusele, Mitchell Robinson | 9/25/25

New York Knicks guard Deuce McBride shares what he's noticed about Mike Brown's coaching style so far and how excited he is to play in this offense.

Deuce McBride looking forward to Mike Brown's offensive plan for the Knicks

Mike Brown speaks about what he's seen from the team during the Knicks' practice, getting familiar with Mitchell Robinson and Deuce McBride, and when he will tell players their more defined roles.

Mike Brown on conversations with Mitchell Robinson, Deuce McBride this offseason

Mitchell Robinson met the media at Knicks training camp, and addressed his health to start the season, new head coach Mike Brown, and his future with the Knicks organization.

Mitchell Robinson talks health, new coach Mike Brown, his future with Knicks

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley delves into the Knicks' decision to sign veterans Landry Shamet and Malcom Brogdon for the final roster spots and new head coach Mike Brown not naming his starting five just yet.

NBA Insider analyzes the Knicks' final roster signings, head coach Mike Brown holding off on naming his starting five

New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown shared his thoughts after his first practice leading his new team, and discussed the pace of play, the talent in the organization, the injury to Josh Hart, and the competition for roster spots.

Knicks coach Mike Brown on Josh Hart injury, deep roster, his first practice with team

Mikal Bridges discusses his offseason contract extension, wanting to stay in New York, and taking less than a max deal so the Knicks can build a winning team.

Mikal Bridges on taking less than max in contract extension with Knicks

Josh Hart speaks about a finger injury he had to have a procedure for this offseason, the Knicks' starting lineup, and doing everything he can to help the team win.

Knicks' Josh Hart believes he'll have to wear a splint on finger this season

Karl Anthony-Towns speaks about his excitement to get back on the court, the Knicks' offseason moves, and his preference on the team's starting lineup.

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