Al Cintron: Carlos Mendoza pushed every right button in the Mets' comeback victory

In this energetic WFAN podcast episode, host Al Cintron recaps the Mets' dramatic 4-3 extra-inning victory over the Yankees, praising manager Carlos Mendoza for making key in-game decisions that turned the tide. Cintron highlights the pivotal pinch-hit by rookie Ronnie Mauricio, who delivered a game-winning home run after a tense at-bat, and applauds the bullpen's resilience, particularly Devin Williams and Luke Weaver. Despite chilly conditions at Citi Field and frustrations with Freddie Peralta's short outing, Cintron emphasizes the emotional payoff of a hard-fought win. He also critiques defensive struggles at third base with Bo Bichette and questions the team’s offensive replacement strategy following the departures of Pete Alonso and Brandon Nimmo, though he acknowledges early contributions from new players like Luis Robert Jr. and Mark Vientos. The host commends Steve Cohen for moving the game to 4 p.m., calling it a fan-friendly decision that improved the overall experience.