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Carson Benge, Christian Scott continue to impress in Mets spring training | Straight Outta Flushing
Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward talk about the impressive spring training's OF Carson Benge and Christian Scott are putting together. Is Benge the leader in the clubhouse to make his MLB debut and be the starting RF on Opening Day? Can Christian Scott impress enough to make the rotation or is he destined to start the year in Triple-A?
Biggest Early Mets Spring Training Storylines | Straight Outta Flushing
Spring Training is underway and the biggest questions surrounding the New York Mets are already coming into focus.
Is the bullpen finally stable?
Can Freddy Peralta anchor the rotation?
Is Nolan McLean ready for a full breakout season?
And could a young arm like Dylan Ross become a high-leverage weapon?
On this episode of Straight Outta Flushing, Dexter Henry is joined by Ray Eckert of the MetCast Podcast to break down the most important early storylines from Mets camp in Port St. Lucie.
Should Mets fans believe after iffy offseason? | Straight Outta Flushing
Straight Outta Flushing host Dexter Henry recaps the Mets’ series offseason moves, which ranged from letting long-time fan favorites go off to new clubs in an attempt to reshape the club’s roster after a disappointing 2025 campaign.
Evaluating The Mets’ Offseason: Are They Ready for 2026? | Straight Outta Flushing
Despite winning 12 of their last 15 games, serious questions still surround this team. From the blowout losses to the Pistons to concerns about toughness, consistency, and whether this roster is too dependent on Jalen Brunson late in games. The debate about who the Knicks really are is far from settled. On this episode of NY Got Game, Dexter Henry is joined by JD of Knicks Fan TV to break it all down.
Why the Mets Pivot to Bo Bichette Matters After Losing Kyle Tucker | Straight Outta Flushing
Losing out on Kyle Tucker wasn’t easy for the New York Mets but the response mattered more. Dexter Henry breaks down why signing Bo Bichette was a smart bounce-back move for the Mets, how Bichette can impact the lineup in 2026 with his contact-heavy approach and clutch production, and what his arrival means defensively as he transitions to third base. Dexter also takes a bigger-picture look at the Mets’ roster construction, including the crowded infield, the unanswered questions David Stearns and Steve Cohen still have to solve, and why starting pitching and outfield help remain urgent priorities before spring training.
Do the Mets Have Enough Starting Pitching to Contend in 2026? | Straight Outta Flushing
Do the New York Mets have enough starting pitching to truly contend in 2026 or are they still one frontline arm short?
On this episode of Straight Outta Flushing, Dexter Henry is joined by Nick Pollack of PitcherList to break down the Mets’ rotation as it’s currently constructed. From Sean Manaea and David Peterson to Kodai Senga’s outlook and Nolan McLean’s ceiling, we take a hard look at what works, what doesn’t, and what still needs fixing.
The conversation also dives into potential solutions including whether Framber Valdez or Ranger Suárez make sense in free agency, if Freddy Peralta is worth the trade cost, and how much the Mets can realistically rely on internal development heading into 2026.
Mets Spring Training Battles Are HEATING UP | Straight Outta Flushing
Spring Training is revealing some major questions about the New York Mets and not every roster decision feels settled. On this episode of Straight Outta Flushing, Dexter Henry is joined by new co-host Tyler Ward to break down the biggest positional battles shaping the Mets roster heading into Opening Day.
What Really Matters For The Mets This Christmas | Straight Outta Flushing
It’s Christmas week, and Mets fans are still glued to their phones, waiting to see what Santa might bring this offseason. But not every rumor deserves excitement, and not every quiet moment deserves panic. On this week’s episode of Straight Outta Flushing, Dexter Henry is joined by Matt Ibanez of the Til Mets Do Us Part Podcast to break down what actually matters for the Mets right now and what fans should stop overreacting to. Together, they separate noise from reality, identify the real concerns Mets fans should be paying attention to, cool down the offseason panic points, and zoom out to provide much-needed perspective on where the organization truly stands heading into the New Year.