Locked On Mets

New York Mets face a pivotal moment after letting slugger Pete Alonso walk in free agency.  Can the lineup recover without their iconic first baseman, or has the franchise made a costly mistake that fans won’t soon forget?Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the emotional fallout from Alonso’s departure, weighing the impact on fan loyalty and locker room chemistry.  The discussion explores potential replacements like Jorge Polanco, Japanese stars Kazuma Okamoto and Munetaka Murakami, and trade targets including Jarren Duran and Luis Robert Jr.  Key topics include the Mets’ evolving defensive strategy, front office philosophy under David Stearns, and the challenge of building a contender around Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor.  Is a World Series run still within reach, or will Mets fans be left longing for the power of the Polar Bear?Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more —