S5 E4: Panic City In Full Swing As Mets Losing Streak Reaches 11 Games, Carlos Mendoza's Seat Is Burning Hot, Questioning The Stearns Method, Anemic Offense, Are Kodai Senga's Days Numbered?

The vibes in Queens have officially hit rock bottom.In Episode 4 of Season 5, we break down a nightmare stretch for the New York Mets as the losing streak reaches a staggering 11 games and panic begins to take over the fanbase. Is this just a brutal skid—or something much deeper?We dive into the growing pressure on manager Carlos Mendoza as his seat gets hotter by the day, and take a hard look at the role of David Stearns in constructing a roster that simply isn’t producing.Offensively, the Mets look completely lifeless—struggling to string together quality at-bats, lacking power, and failing in big moments. What’s behind the anemic approach, and can it realistically be fixed with the current personnel?On the pitching side, we tackle the growing concern surrounding Kodai Senga. Are we witnessing a rough patch, or could this signal something more alarming about his future in Queens?Plus, we zoom out to discuss whether this is a temporary spiral or the beginning of a lost season—and what changes could be coming if things don’t turn around fast.It’s a tough one—but it’s a must-listen for Mets fans trying to make sense of it all.FOLLOW on Instagram, YouTube & X: @cupofmetsSUBSCRIBE on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your favorite podcasts!DOWNLOAD The SeatGeek App & Use Code: "CUPOFMETS" to get $20.00 off