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National League Town (a Mets podcast)

National League Town
New York Mets
Mets
Pete Alonso
Baseball
Francisco Lindor
Juan Soto
Major League Baseball
Spring Training
Philadelphia Phillies
Brandon Nimmo
Carlos Mendoza
Rob Manfred
Los Angeles Dodgers
Edwin Diaz
Playoffs
David Wright
David Stearns
Atlanta Braves
Trade Deadline
Survivor

Mets Fandom, Mets History, Mets Life with Long Island’s Own Jeff Hysen

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Latest Episodes

Jason Fry (“Faith & Fear In Flushing”) is here as we discuss finding enjoyment in a bad season, Luis Torrens, Nolan McLean, David Stearns, and more. Join us! #Mets #LGM

We start with Current Events, including news on Bo Bichette, Teruaki Sato, and Jeff’s guess for the next Mets manager. Then, we open the NLT Mailbag (11:30) and conclude with a commentary on Rob Manfred’s proposal to reshape MLB broadcasting (21:25).... more

This is what it sounds like when Ernest Dove is the guest for a deep dive into the Mets' minor league system. We go all over the diamond for a look at possible Mets of the future. Join us! #Mets #LGM

First, current events, including Steve's press conference and Jeff's reaction to seeing Joe Torre. Then, the multi-talented Liz Callaway is here to discuss singing the National Anthem at Citi Field this week (12:30). Join us! #Mets #LGM

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Recent Guests

Ernest Dove
Prospect tracker and YouTube content creator
The Dove Report (The Dove Report YouTube channel)
Episode: Ernest Dove on Mets' Prospects
Gerald Strawberry
Former MLB star referenced in the episode
Episode: The Odyssey Continues
Darryl Strawberry
Former Major League Baseball player; author
Episode: Darryl Strawberry: "Another Life"
Jerome Preisler
Author and co-writer of Another Life
Author
Episode: Darryl Strawberry: "Another Life"
Nick Davis
Writer and filmmaker; director and producer of Once Upon a Time in Queens (30 for 30)
Once Upon a Time in Queens / ESPN
Episode: "Once Upon a Time in Queens" with Nick Davis
Devin Gordon
Author of So Many Ways to Lose; writer for New York Times Magazine
So Many Ways to Lose, New York Times Magazine
Episode: So Many More Ways To Lose
Gregory Joseph
Lifelong Mets fan, comedian with roots in the DC area, now based in Seattle
Independent fan and guest on the show
Episode: Land of Hope and Dreams
Tim Brown
New York Times' best selling author and author of Nolan, The Singular Life of an American Original
Grand Central Publishing
Episode: Tim Brown: "Nolan"
Michael Schur
Writer/Producer
Episode: Joe Posnanski & Michael Schur: "Big Fan"

Host

Jeff Hysen
Host of National League Town; known for deep Mets knowledge and engaging, fan-forward discussion.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Mets Perspective for a real Mets fan

    One of my “go to” podcasts for Mets content Jeff is truly a Mets fan who doesn’t hold back his fandom. Very passionate who relates to us and how we feel about the team.

    Highly recommended

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jeffcohen7
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Show

    Great podcast, great guests and well worth the listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RichGinPhilly
    United States8 months ago
  • Awesome Mets Podcast!

    I always look forward to National League Town. Jeff is so interesting and informative. The guests are always great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smash-S-Mart
    United States9 months ago
  • Getting better and better

    I’ve been listening since the very first episode and have never missed one. Greg and Jeff started out great and continue to get better. I subscribe to a lot of Mets podcasts, and this is the only one I listen to regularly. It is head and shoulders above the others. You can tell these guys bleed blue and orange, and they are the kind of fans to whom I can relate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mandodave
    United States3 years ago
  • The Best

    Hands down my very favorite Mets podcast.

    The best compliment I can give is, if I were sitting next to these guys in a diner & they were talking Mets like this, I’d keep gettin coffee refills & stay just to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaxODonnal
    United States3 years ago

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Guests are consistently strong and bring valuable perspectives to Mets history and current events.
The show is appreciated for its mix of data-driven analysis and affectionate fandom, though some episodes can be very long and detail-heavy.
Listeners praise the show for being deeply Mets-knowledgeable and relatable, with hosts who bleed blue and orange.

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Liz Callaway: Day By Day
Q: Take us through the timeline from arriving at the ballpark to stepping up to the mic.
We arrived for the sound check around 5 PM, did a quick field walk, and then went to the green room before returning to the field for the performance, with the moment amplified by close observation of batting practice and the stadium crowd.
Liz Callaway: Day By Day
Q: How did you feel singing the national anthem on Tuesday, and what was the lead-up like?
I felt good and a bit nervous at first, but once I got into the moment I settled in, warmed up, and focused on delivering a strong performance, drawing on my past experiences with the Mets' anthem and the energy of the ballpark.
The Butterfly Effect
Q: What role does the minor league system play in shaping next year's roster, especially with young players like Bench and Ewing?
The guest emphasizes that giving young players reps now can pay dividends later; the organization should leverage the current season to evaluate and develop their internal talent rather than chasing big-name free agents at every turn.
The Butterfly Effect
Q: What do you think about the possibility of keeping LRJ/Luis Robert Jr. or declining his option to pursue a different, cheaper path?
There exists a real option to decline the $20 million team option for 2027, with flexibility to re-sign him at a lower price or pursue alternate outfield arrangements depending on market conditions and the Soto/Nimmo dynamic.
The Butterfly Effect
Q: Do you think Stearns will change course and go after a top of the market starting pitcher this off season? Will he aggressively buy or sell?
The guest suggests that Stearns could pivot toward more aggressive pitching acquisitions, though uncertainty due to the CBA and contract risks may temper that approach; a balance between conservatism and targeted upgrades is plausible.

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A Mets-focused show driven by deep fandom and history, blending game analysis with behind-the-scenes front-office debates, defense analytics, and storytelling. Episodes frequently center on managerial decisions, roster construction, defense metrics, and fan culture, often featuring crossover guests from baseball media, authors, and analysts. Noteworthy are thoughtful histories of the 1986 Mets, discussions of modern front-office strategies, and a strong sense of community among listeners who crave detailed Mets context, humor, and candid opinions. The format tends to mix data-driven insights with nostalgic anecdotes, making it appealing to serious fans who want both technical context and entertaining fandom stories.

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1. Mets Fix
2. Mets Weekly Podcast
3. Mostly Mets
4. Straight Outta Flushing - Mets Podcast
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National League Town launched 5 years ago and published 270 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Ernest Dove
2. Gerald Strawberry
3. Darryl Strawberry
4. Jerome Preisler
5. Nick Davis
6. Devin Gordon
7. Gregory Joseph
8. Tim Brown

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