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Why Am I a Mets Fan?

Why Am I a Mets Fan?

By: CNY Central WSTM
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'Why Am I Mets Fan?' offers an intimate exploration of the experience of supporting one of the most captivating franchises in professional sports. From the highs to the lows, join us as we dissect the fascination, the frustrations, and the undeniable allure of the New York Mets. While other podcasts may focus solely on the major league team, CNY Central's sports journalist duo Samantha Cronston and Ashley Wenskoski take you behind the scenes to explore the heart of the Mets organization: the Triple-A Affiliate Syracuse Mets. Here, top prospects rise through the ranks, well-known veterans embark on rehab stints, and the future of the franchise takes shape. Get ready for a deep dive into the farm system, insider insights, and lively discussions that will leave you asking, 'Why Am I Mets Fan?'"Sinclair Broadcast Group Baseball & Softball Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Steve Cohen "EXTREMELY WORRIED" about future of Mets, CONFIRMS Lindor/Soto issues

    Steve Cohen "EXTREMELY WORRIED" about future of Mets, CONFIRMS Lindor/Soto issues
    Jul 7 2026
    Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back to discuss the latest comments from Mets owner Steve Cohen...and the team's continuous losing ways. The Mets are 15 games below .500 on July 7th...who should be dealt at the trade deadline? Who will the next manager be? And much more! Join us! *PLEASE NOTE: This episode was filmed on Monday 7/6, PRIOR to the Mets' Monday night win over the Braves 00:00-5:00: Mets nearly BLOW a 7-run lead in the ninth inning on Sunday 5:01-7:48: Juan Soto will START the All Star Game for the NL...did the Mets create their own version of Mike Trout? PLUS, Dodgers lead NL with four All Star starters 7:49-16:50: Steve Cohen REAFFIRMS David Stearns' job security. WHAT is he thinking?! 16:51-18:42: Cohen on FIRING Carlos Mendoza 18:43-24:18: Steve Cohen CONFIRMS there were issues between Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor last season but says they are in the past. Juan Soto compares it to....kissing a girl ? 24:19-29:54: Cohen admits Mets' farm system has had "regression," is "extremely worried" about future of organization and admits that 2027 could be "tougher" 29:55-31:57: Rumors on Mets' next manager...Carlos Beltran the 'favorite'? Alex Cora comments on Mets organization #mets #newyork #mlbb #mlb #mlbbcreatorcamp #mlblb #mlbbshorts #baseball #podcast #newyorkmets #metsbaseball #dodgers #losangeles #losangelesdodgers #stevecohen #juansoto #franciscolindor #dodgersbaseball #mlballstargame FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS: ‪@WhyMetsPod‬ on Youtube/X/Instagram @SamCroston1 and @AshleyWenskTV on Twitter (X) and Instagram LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://www.flowcode.com/page/whymetspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • FALLOUT from Carlos Mendoza FIRING, players REACT

    FALLOUT from Carlos Mendoza FIRING, players REACT
    Jun 30 2026
    In this episode, Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski discuss the fallout from the Mendoza firing and the players' reaction to it, as well as their initial thoughts on new Mets manager Andy Green. PLUS, former hitting coach Eric Chavez's comments on the behavior of Mets star Juan Soto. 00:00-5:49: Our INITIAL thoughts on new METS manager ANDY GREEN 5:50- 7:59: What did the PLAYERS say about MENDOZA'S firing? 8:00-15:52: Eric Chavez drops BOMBS on his podcast about JUAN SOTO (HIS REPORT, UNCONFIRMED) 15:53-19:33: WHO will be the next METS MANAGER? 19:34-23:21: Marcus Semien HURT, Mauricio ACTIVATED #mlblb #mlb #mlbb #mlbbcreatorcamp #newyorkmets #newyork #mlbbshorts #sports #sportsnews #podcast #mendoza #mets #baseball FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS: ‪@WhyMetsPod‬ on Youtube/X/Instagram @SamCroston1 and @AshleyWenskTV on Twitter (X) and Instagram LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://www.flowcode.com/page/whymetspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Last-place Mets FIRE manager Carlos Mendoza

    Last-place Mets FIRE manager Carlos Mendoza
    Jun 26 2026
    Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski RETURN from vacation to discuss some major MLB news. On Friday morning, the New York Mets (34-47) FIRED manager Carlos Mendoza, who had been at the helm for 2.5 seasons. Andy Green will manage the team in the interim. Discussing Mendoza reaction, David Stearns' press conference, potential next managerial candidates, and a whole lot more! Join us! 00:00-5:35: Mets FIRE manager Carlos Mendoza - was it deserved? 5:36-18:03: How much of this is on David Stearns vs. Mendoza? How did the Mets get themselves into THIS MESS?! 18:04-23:51: Andy Green takes over in the interim, going over potential next managerial candidates (Alex Cora? Albert Pujols?), and what the Mets should look for in their next leader #mlb #mlbb #baseball #mets #newyorkmets #newyork #newyorkcity #metsbaseball #mlbbshorts #mlbbcreatorcamp #mlblb #sports #podcast #carlosmendoza #mendoza #losangeles #losangelesdodgers #dodgers #dodgersbaseball FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS: ‪@WhyMetsPod‬ on Youtube/X/Instagram @SamCroston1 and @AshleyWenskTV on Twitter (X) and Instagram LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://www.flowcode.com/page/whymetspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
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