The 2024 Subway Series kicked off with a thrilling game between the New York Yankees and their crosstown rival, the New York Mets. The Mets emerged victorious in the series opener, defeating the Yankees and lighting up ace Gerrit Cole for six earned runs and four home runs in just four innings pitched. In this episode of “Baseball Buzz,” Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman analyze Cole’s performance and discuss any concerns about his return to the mound.
The hosts then delve into Mets owner Steve Cohen’s ultimate goal for the team, both on the field and in the stadium, spotlighting the significance of the game at Citi Field. The episode also touches on a peculiar conflict between the San Diego Padres and Washington Nationals, highlighting Jurickson Profar’s impressive batting and Elly De La Cruz’s powerful hit. Additionally, the discussion includes Hunter Greene’s struggles on the pitching mound.
The podcast wraps up with talk about Jim Schlossnagle’s decision to join a Texas rival after winning three College World Series titles as an assistant coach at Ohio State University. Jake and Jordan speculate on potential participants in the 2024 Home Run Derby and end the show with a segment on players who have not yet hit a home run this season. Fans can catch the full episode on YouTube and follow
