The Mets are back from the roadtrip, and Carlos Mendoza meets us at the apple for a conversation to catch up! Mendy tells us about dealing with the crazy travel, how nice it is to be back home, some key Mets making impacts and shares his thoughts on the art of hitting with runners in scoring position!

The Mets are finally home from that long trip, and we’re here to talk about it! We discuss what lies ahead for the Mets on this homestand, all the exciting things happening at Citi Field this week, and we look at some prospects making waves in the minor leagues. It’s the perfect glass-half-full podcast for the glass-half-full Mets fan!

What a series vs the Rockies Mets fans! Game 1 feels like a distant memory as the Mets recover to win games 2 and 3 and make a STATEMENT with fantastic starts by Paul Blackburn and David Peterson and the bats getting HOT with Pete Alonso and Tyrone Taylor having great performances.

On the latest episode of Meet at the Apple we had the chance to sit down and speak with Ryne Stanek in what was one of the most interesting conversations we’ve had, it covered the challenges a player faces when playing for competitive teams and being reminded that it’s a business. Ryne also spoke to us about his favorite strikeouts, getting used to family live in New York and being the OG opener. After the interview, we discuss the Angels series and tell Fans the positives and what we need to see from the team moving forward as well as some facts about the Mets numbers with RISP to go against all the haters who are reacting strongly after a tough series. Follow us on Twitter @VitoFCalise and @JMB9191 and make sure to SUBSCRIBE on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts to get the audio version early in the morning on release days!

New Mets outfielder Jesse Winker meets us at the Apple!

New Mets outfielder Jesse Winker meets us at the Apple!

David Stearns meets us at the apple to recap a couple great months of baseball and the trade deadline. David shares his insight on what helped turn the season around and what the Mets gained at the deadline. He explains the process of consummating a trade, talks about the exciting prospects that can help the Mets both now and in the future, and explains if there are any similarities between being a real-life MLB executive and a fantasy football owner! Follow Jon on X @jmb9191 and Vito @vitofcalise. Thanks for listening/watching and we’ll meet you at the apple!

After the Mets split a divisional showdown vs the Atlanta Braves and with the trade deadline on the horizon, Jon and Vito sit down to discuss how the Mets should approach this midseason crossroads. Jon and Vito describe the hidden details of the Jesse Winker trade, weigh pitching options after Kodai Senga went down and preview the pivotal upcoming series vs the Minnesota Twins.

For the first time in the second half, Carlos Mendoza joins us. Mendy discusses what he did during the All-Star break and reflects on a memorable Subway Series sweep. He tells us about the moment he knew Jeff McNeil was on the verge of his resurgence during BP in Pittsburgh, discusses the dominance of José Buttó and provides updates on Dedniel Nuñez, Reed Garrett and Sean Reid-Foley. Be sure to meet us at the apple each episode. You can follow Vito on X @VitoFCalise and Jon @jmb9191. LGM!

In his first ever trip to New York, Carson Benge spent the day at Citi Field and sat down to talk with Jon about the draft experience. Benge describes his reaction to being called by the Mets on draft night, reveals which position he will play in the pros and discusses the huge adjustment to the New York lifestyle.

After the Mets sweep the Subway Series for the first time since 2013, Jon breaks down the madness of the past two days in the Bronx. Jon talks the sudden resurgence of Jeff McNeil, Mets fans flooding Yankee Stadium, and Francisco Lindor cementing his title as the most valuable shortstop in the MLB.

With the second half of the 2024 season now underway, Jon recaps the Mets latest series vs the Marlins and previews this week’s Subway Series. Jon talks Jeff McNeil’s masterclass, Severino throwing shade at former Yankees teammates, and Mets bullpen options with the trade deadline looming and wildcard race quickly heating up.

Howie Rose joins us to discuss his favorite calls, his first Mets memories and how he came up with his famous "Put It In The Books" call. Enjoy the All-Star Break and we'll meet you at the Apple soon!

What a first half, huh?! From Seymour and Max Weiner to Grimace, OMG and walk-offs galore, it was a first half for the ages and we break it all down. We also take a look at the second half, highlighting key matchups that lie ahead for the Mets, as well as some players who could serve as secret weapons during for a playoff push!

Before taking the ball for the Mets on Saturday, Christian Scott met us at the Apple. Christian talked about recording his first home strikeout against Ronald Acuña Jr. and growing up playing baseball with Mark Vientos in South Florida. Speaking of Florida, he reveled in his beloved Florida Panthers beating Jon's Rangers en route to the Stanley Cup. He also chatted with us about what's helping the Mets starting staff have so much success, how much fun it is working with Francisco Alvarez and how cool it is to be featured on Pitching Ninja.

It’s a happy recap on Meet at the Apple after the Mets’ 3-game sweep of the Nationals. Jose Quintana, Luis Severino and David Peterson all shoved; we break it all down. Brandon Nimmo has evolved into one of the best hitters in the game; we tell you how. Jose Iglesias joins the show, talking about his “OMG Performance” and some of his biggest Mets moments thus far. The info you need to know on your favorite Mets show, Meet at the Apple!

Jose Iglesias joins the show, talking about his “OMG Performance” and some of his biggest Mets moments thus far. The info you need to know on your favorite Mets show, Meet at the Apple!

New York radio legend and iconic Mets fan Evan Roberts joins the podcast to take a trip down memory lane, reflecting on the highs and lows of growing up a Mets fan. Evan talks quitting his job to watch the 2006 Mets playoff run, the notorious Roger Clemens bat throw, and many more unforgettable Mets moments that tell the story of his life. His book “My Mets Bible” is available now wherever books are sold!

We react to the Mets splitting their four-game series in our Nations' Capital, break down the big performances by David Peterson, Sean Manaea and Jose Quintana on the pitching side, explain just how clutch Brandon Nimmo has been in 2024 before setting the table for a big four-game weekend series against the Pirates in Pittsburgh. Happy 4th of July!

Harrison Bader and Mark Vientos talk to us about the incredible June the Mets had, how great the vibes have been both in the clubhouse and at Citi Field in general, a rundown of some of the handshakes the boys have, Harrison dishes on the origins of his now famous pregame pink crop-top, and the guys break down a little Grimace madness on Shea Bridge during a rain delay and much more!

Carlos Mendoza joins the show to discuss an exciting Mets homestand. Mendy chats about the epic "OMG" performance, provides an update on Kodai Senga, dishes on managing against two old friends during the homestand and shares thoughts on Jeff McNeil, Francisco Alvarez and more!

Wayne Randazzo will be making his return to Citi Field TONIGHT when the Mets host the Astros on Friday Night Baseball on Apple TV+. Wayne talks to us about his time with the Mets, the differences in LA vs NY games, and national vs home games and he gets advice on what he needs to eat when he returns to the ballpark he called home. Wayne also gives some great insight on the game at hand so check this on out before the game and be educated!

21 runs and 7 long balls against the Yankees?! Oh baby! The boys are pumped after the Mets dominate the Yankees in the first installment of the 2024 Subway Series. We break down the big performances by Francisco Alvarez, Mark Vientos, Harrison Bader and the entire Grimace Gang. They also chat with Hall of Fame broadcaster and Queens native Kenny "The Jet" Smith, who shares amazing stories about growing up a Mets fan and the time he broke some crazy current-event news in the middle of an NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden in 1994!

We speak with Kenny "The Jet" Smith, who shares amazing stories about growing up a Mets fan and the time he broke some crazy current-event news in the middle of an NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden in 1994!

The Mets picked up another series victory in the Windy City over the weekend at Wrigley Field. We break down the great starts by Jose Quintana and Luis Severino, the craziness in the Wrigley Field bleachers, another great weekend by the offense and highlight top performers in the minor leagues from over the weekend. Tyrone Taylor also joins the show and discusses his new job assisting in smoke with Vito, his first year being a New Yorker, what he did in London and more!