Name: MLB Insider Andy Martino analyzes why Mets did not pursue Shohei Ohtani
Uploaded: 2023-12-09T08:02-05:00
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Description: SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino details the critical factors behind the Mets decision not enter the bidding for Shohei Ohtani. He points to Ohtani's two Tommy John surgeries, his secretive nature, plus an unwillingness to promote his unique talents.

Mets

The Mets farm system continues to show plenty of promise at different levels. Top pitching prospect Jonah Tong struck out seven in six innings of work, allowing just one run as Double-A Binghamton won the opener of a doubleheader 2-1. Then in the nitecap, power hitting Ryan Clifford ripped a solo HR as the Rumble Ponies completed a sweep of the Chesapeake Baysox. The Mets second-round pick in the 2024 draft Jonathan Santucci, has found his groove in High-A Brooklyn after a rough start. Santucci had six punchouts in 5.1 innings as the Cyclones defeated Aberdeen 6-2. 

Mets Prospects Highlights | Jonah Tong, Ryan Clifford, Jonathan Santucci | 5/29/25

On Baseball Night in NY, Sal Licata, Laura Albanese, Jim Duquette and Anthony DiComo discuss what they're seeing from Juan Soto's at-bats and how Wednesday's booing could potentially impact him. The consensus is that his underlying numbers have become more concerning as the season progresses.

Why has Juan Soto put up pedestrian offensive numbers for the Mets?  | Baseball Night in NY

On Mets Off Day Live, Newsday Mets beat reporter Laura Albanese, and Mets Radio Broadcaster Keith Raad join Chelsea Sherrod to break down Juan Soto’s continued struggles and what the team should do with the rotation as Paul Blackburn, Frankie Montas and Sean Manaea’s returns loom.

Juan Soto’s slump continues, tough decisions ahead for the starting rotation | Mets Off Day Live

On Mets Off Day Live, Mets radio announcer Keith Raad and Newsday's Laura Albanese join Chelsea Sherrod to break down the Mets recent series victories, how manager Carlos Mendoza should manage players returning from injury, and Juan Soto’s recent struggles.

Mets struggling but winning games, what to do with Luisangel Acuña, Ronny Mauricio | Mets Off Day Live

On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Joe DeMayo talks to Mets pitching prospect Matt Allan, who discusses his road back to baseball from multiple surgeries, how his “stuff” is playing this season, and what he needs to do to be “dangerous” again as he resumes his career.

Mets pitching prospect Matt Allan on injury comeback, being ‘dangerous’ again | The Mets Pod

On Baseball Night in NY, Dani Wexelman conducts a BNNY Investigation: Did a fan pull a bait and switch and throw a non home run ball back on the field? Sal Licata, John Harper and Adam Ottavino weigh in.

Did a Mets fan pull a bait and switch on a home run ball? | Baseball Night in NY

Mets 2023 first-round pick Colin Houck hit two home runs, with three RBI for the Port St. Lucie Mets. His home runs were the fifth and sixth of the season for the 20-year-old prospect.

Mets Prospects Highlights | Colin Houck | 5/28/25

Mets designated hitter Mark Vientos hit a third inning home run, but New York ultimately fell 9-4 to the White Sox. Mets starter Griffin Canning lasted just three innings, surrendering 3 runs in the loss.    

Mark Vientos and Griffin Canning on Mets' 9-4 loss to the Chicago White Sox

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza reacted to his team's 9-4 loss to the Chicago White Sox. Mendoza also spoke about the encouraging things he has seen lately with Juan Soto and Mark Vientos.  

Carlos Mendoza on Mets' 9-4 loss to White Sox

Yankees

Yankees starter Carlos Rodon pitched another gem, striking out eight batters over six innings for his fourth straight win as the Bombers swept a three-game series from Texas 1-0. The bullpen then finished the job led by Luke Weaver, who completed his seventh save with a perfect ninth inning. The game's only run came from rookie Jorbit Vivas, who belted his first MLB home run and was "happy and excited to finally make the connection."

Carlos Rodon, Luke Weaver and Jorbit Vivas on leading Yankees to three-game sweep of Texas

Aaron Judge hit his 16th home run and Will Warren struck out a career-high 10 batters as the Yankees defeated the Rangers 5-2. Ben Rice also went deep as New York improves to 28-19 on the season.

Aaron Judge and Ben Rice both homer, Will Warren strikes out career-high 10 batters in win

On the latest episode of New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, SNY's Chelsea Sherrod alongside SNY's Danny Abriano and Yankees beat reporter for MLB.com Bryan Hoch recap the first 2025 Subway Series matchup between the Mets and Yankees, and debate whether or not the Yankees fans got in the head of Juan Soto during his first time facing his former club as a member of the Mets.


Juan Soto's return to the Bronx, Mets-Yankees Subway Series Round One Recap | New York 4 to 7

Giants QB Russell Wilson speaks with SNY's Anthony McCarron about his Yankees fandom, Aaron Judge's history season so far, and his excitement for the start of Giants training camp.

Russell Wilson talks Aaron Judge, anticipation for Giants camp at Mets-Yankees Subway Series matchup

After taking two of three games against the Mets in the Subway Series, Aaron Judge speaks about his conversation with Juan Soto and Cody Bellinger discusses his six RBI game in Yankees win.

Aaron Judge on only conversation with Juan Soto during Mets-Yankees series

Aaron Boone and Max Fried discuss the lefties start against the Mets, the Yankees' huge eighth inning, and the intensity of the Subway Series.

Aaron Boone and Max Fried on Mets-Yankees Subway Series: 'Definitely exciting. It was intense.'

Aaron Boone shares his thoughts on Clarke Schmidt's start after the Yankees' 3-2 loss to the Mets. DJ LeMahieu and Cody Bellinger discuss how their feeling after each hit a home run.

Aaron Boone, DJ LeMahieu, and Cody Bellinger on atmosphere at Yankee Stadium after 3-2 loss to Mets

On the latest episode of New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, SNY's Chelsea Sherrod alongside Mets pre and post game analyst Todd Zeile and Yankees beat reporter for MLB.com Bryan Hoch drop their lists of the biggest villains for both the Mets and Yankees throughout the history of the Subway Series.

Who are the all-time Mets and Yankees villains in the Subway Series? | New York 4 to 7

Carlos Rodon had to grind out his win over the Mets but got plenty of offensive help and assistance from the bullpen. Cody Bellinger was one of the hitting stars, going 3-for-5 with two runs scored.

Carlos Rodon and Cody Bellinger talk Yanks winning Subway Series opener over Mets

Jets

Jets QB Justin Fields speaks about the start of OTA's, playing under Aaron Glenn, and the support from New York fans since joining the team.

Justin Fields calls Aaron Glenn 'one of the realest coaches' he's ever played for

Take a close look at the Jets on the field during OTA’s on Thursday, as Justin Fields, Sauce Gardner, Olu Fashanu, Armand Membou, and more put in offseason work under the watchful eyes of new head coach Aaron Glenn.

Jets OTA Highlights | Justin Fields, Garrett Wilson, Armand Membou | 5/29/25

New Jets offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand talked to the media and shared his offensive philosophy, his thoughts on quarterback Justin Fields, and what it will be like coaching under Aaron Glenn.

New Jets OC Tanner Engstrand on Justin Fields, stepping up to new role, offensive philosophy

New Jets defensive coordinator Steve Wilks met the media on Thursday, and discussed working with Aaron Glenn, many of the players he’s inheriting like Quinnen Williams and Will McDonald, and his plans for the defense overall in 2025.

New Jets DC Steve Wilks talks Aaron Glenn, Quinnen Williams, plans for Jets defense

SNY’s Jeane Coakley spoke with Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson about reuniting with his Ohio State teammate Justin Fields in New York. Wilson also discussed his excitement in playing under new head coach Aaron Glenn, and gives his NBA prediction for the Eastern Conference Finals. 

Garrett Wilson on reuniting with college teammate Justin Fields and playing under new coach Aaron Glenn

Jets coach Aaron Glenn credits the Jets players for being all-in on offseason programs, discusses what he's learned from getting to know Garrett Wilson, and the work the team can achieve before full practice gets underway.

Aaron Glenn on plans for Jets WR Garrett Wilson this season: 'Give him the ball as much as possible'

New York Jets Quinnen Williams, John Simpson, and Andre Cisco explain their mindsets heading into offseason training activities and impressions of new head coach Aaron Glenn.

Quinnen Williams, John Simpson, and Andre Cisco on first day of Jets OTAs

New York Jets WR Garrett Wilson says he is ready to pick back up where he left off at Ohio State with QB Justin Fields and hopes that he will be a member of this organization for his entire career.

Garrett Wilson hopeful he'll be a 'Jet for life', excited to team back up with Justin Fields

See Justin Fields practice as a New York Jet for the first time alongside Garrett Wilson, Breece Hall, and the rest of the team.

Jets OTA Highlights | Justin Fields, Garrett Wilson | 5/21/25

Giants

New York Giants OTAs showcased veteran quarterback Russell Wilson, who took most of the snaps in practice. The rest of the QB depth chart was also in action, including passes from Jameis Winston, Tommy DeVito and rookie first-round selection Jaxson Dart.  

Russell Wilson, Jaxson Dart and Jameis Winston highlight action at Giants OTAs | Giants Highlights

Jevon Holland, Bobby Okereke, and Greg Van Roten discuss what they've seen from the Giants at the start of OTA's, the leadership from Russell Wilson, and goals for the 2025 NFL season.

Jevon Holland, Bobby Okereke, and Greg Van Roten on first thoughts from Giants OTA's

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the New York Giants' 2025 schedule release.

New York Giants 2025 schedule reaction from Connor Hughes

New York Giants defensive rookies Abdul Carter and Darius Alexander explain their mindset heading into their NFL careers and hearing from former legend Michael Strahan after their first day of camp.

Abdul Carter and Darius Alexander describe first day of Giants training camp and message from Michael Strahan

The New York Giants began rookie minicamp on Friday, with Michael Strahan in the house and some prized rookies on the field. Get your first looks at Abdul Carter in action, new QB Jaxson Dart showing off his arm, and drills with RB Cam Skattebo.

Giants Rookie Camp Highlights | Abdul Carter, Jaxson Dart, Can Skattebo | 5/9/25

New York Giants offensive rookies Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo describe how they want to prove themselves at the next level and their experience with head coach Brian Daboll so far.

Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo adjust to Giants offensive style in rookie camp

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll explains how he plans to get rookie QB Jasxon Dart adjusted to the NFL, including learning a cadence rather than a clapping snap count. Daboll also comments on what number Abdul Carter will be wearing this season.

Brian Daboll on plans for QB Jasxon Dart in Giants rookie camp

Giants GM Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll recapped the final day of the NFL Draft in which they chose Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo, Purdue guard Marcus Mbow, tight end Thomas Fidone from Nebraska and  Oklahoma State cornerback Korie Black. Both men cited Skattebo as one of their favorite players in the draft and were also surprised Mbow was still available.

Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen on Giants selecting RB Cam Skattebo and guard Marcus Mbow in NFL Draft

Knicks

On SportsNite, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley and Michelle Margaux discuss the leadership shown by Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns in winning Game 5 and staving off elimination in the Eastern Conference Finals.

 Ian Begley reacts to the Knicks forcing a Game 6 with win at MSG | SportsNite

After the Knicks won Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals at Madison Square Garden, Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson spoke about the team’s depth, effort, and all the factors that delivered a victory and kept the series alive for Game 6.

Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson talk Knicks defense, depth and desperation after Game 5 win

After the Knicks extended the Eastern Conference Finals to Game 6 by winning on Thursday night in Game 5, Landry Shamet, Josh Hart, and Deuce McBride discussed the reasons the team had success and the support of the crowd at Madison Square Garden.

Landry Shamet, Josh Hart, Deuce McBride talk Knicks Game 5 win over Pacers

Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau credited the aggressive play in the first quarter from Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns with setting the tone for the Knicks 111-94 win in Game 5 to force sixth game Saturday night. Thibodeau emphasized that aggression and being disciplined go hand and hand. He also dished out kudos to the Knicks' bench for their strong defensive play, despite not seeing much action in the series. 

Tom Thibodeau on Knicks winning Game 5 to stay alive in Eastern Conference Finals

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by actor, producer, and huge Knicks fan Ben Stiller and fanalyst Shaun Geddes to discuss New York's Game 4 loss to the Pacers and what adjustments the team needs to make to win Game 5.

Ian Begley and Ben Stiller on adjustments the Knicks need to make in Game 5 | The Putback with Ian Begley

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley joins Eamon McAnaney to discuss whether or not the Knicks can realistically overcome a 3-1 series deficit in the Eastern Conference Finals. 

Ian Begley on whether the Knicks can overcome a 3-1 deficit in the Eastern Conference Finals

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by actor, producer, and huge Knicks fan Ben Stiller and fanalyst Shaun Geddes to break down New York's Game 4 loss to the Pacers as the team sits on the brink of elimination in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Ben Stiller on Knicks-Pacers series, New York down but not out | The Putback with Ian Begley

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by actor, producer, and huge Knicks fan Ben Stiller and fanalsyt Shaun Geddes to discuss their reaction to Pat McAfee calling out Stiller and other Knicks fans in attendance at the Knicks-Pacers Game 4 matchup.

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SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley speaks about the Knicks struggles in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals and what they could do to bounce back in Game 5.

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