New York Mets owner Steve Cohen doubles down on his belief in David Stearns, pledging full support amid a turbulent season that has left the team floundering at 36-50. Are sweeping leadership changes the solution—or is stability the Mets’ best shot at a turnaround? Ryan Finkelstein breaks down Cohen’s candid podcast appearance, highlighting his frustrations, accountability, and refusal to scapegoat, while also dissecting the owner’s plans for the franchise’s future. Key topics include the reasoning behind Carlos Mendoza’s firing, Stearns’ job security, and how a looming trade deadline could reshape the Mets’ roster. Hear insights on underperforming stars like Bo Bichette, the challenge of building a winning culture in New York, and what creative moves might rescue the Mets from long-term mediocrity. Can Cohen’s commitment finally lead to a sustained run of success, or will the Mets’ struggles continue into the next era? Episode Timestamps 00:00 Steve Cohen Speaks Out 10:38 Stearns, Mendoza Decision 23:27 Mets Deadline, Future Strategy To watch the Steve Cohen interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svftHxw1bYw Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images 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 — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub JOIN THE LOCKED ON METS INSIDER COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonmets Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon This Back To School Season, spend less on your kids, with Amazon. With Amazon’s low Back To School Prices, just spend less on your kids. Because every dollar you don’t spend on them, is a dollar you haven’t spent on them. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
