AJ Minter on Why David Peterson and The Mets Training Staff Convinced Him To Join The Mets

In this episode, AJ Minter joins hosts Vito Calise and Jonathon Baron to talk all things Mets, from his transition to New York to bullpen vibes and even his top-secret fried deer steak recipe. Minter gives insight into his recovery process, the importance of camaraderie in the bullpen, and what it's like being teammates with longtime friend Drew Smith. Plus, who wins in a fight—Mr. Met or Blooper? And will he change his walkout song for the Citi Field crowd? All that and more in this can't-miss episode of Meet at the Apple! 🎧🍎 #LGM Time Stamps 00:00 – 00:09 Welcome to Meet at the Apple with Vito Calise, Jonathon Baron, and special guest AJ Minter 00:10 – 00:37 AJ Minter reflects on his past comments that stirred up New York 00:38 – 01:09 Did Minter say anything wrong? His fiancée thinks so! 01:10 – 01:34 Mr. Met vs. Blooper – who wins in a fight? 01:35 – 02:26 Recovery update: Minter on his hip, rehab, and getting ready for the season 02:27 – 03:19 Fried deer steak?! AJ’s go-to meal and how he prepares it 03:20 – 04:12 The JB Moss connection—how Minter’s high school teammate led him to Texas A&M 04:13 – 05:01 Talking rehab and recovery with Mets teammate David Peterson 05:02 – 05:59 Minter on former Braves teammate Tyler Matzek signing with the Yankees 06:00 – 07:10 Breaking down the Mets bullpen—chemistry, roles, and expectations 07:11 – 08:03 Minter’s history with Drew Smith—friends since they were 10! 08:04 – 08:36 Citi Field entrance music—will Minter switch it up? 08:37 – 09:20 Nickname showdown: "Mint Mobile" or "Minty Fresh"? 09:21 – 09:38 Closing thoughts—Minter on the Mets being the best team in New York Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices