New York Mets Opening Weekend Recap | Mets vs Pirates Series Breakdown 🔥

The New York Mets kicked off their 2026 season with a wild series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, taking 2 out of 3 games—but there’s A LOT to unpack 👀

Game 1 was an offensive explosion as the Mets dropped 11 runs, highlighted by a debut home run from rookie Carson Benge and a rough outing from reigning Cy Young winner Paul Skenes.

Game 2 delivered drama, with Luis Robert Jr. launching a walk-off 3-run homer in the 11th inning to seal the win 🔥

Game 3? A tough extra-innings loss despite big moments from Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor, as the Mets fell short late.

#Mets #LGM #MLB #MetsBaseball #MLBHighlights #NewYorkMets #Baseball #LuisRobertJr #JuanSoto #franciscolindor

Intro- 0:00

NY Mets opening day- 4:26

Luis Robert Jr. Walk off HR- 13:08

Mets LoseClosing Game to Pirates- 15:30

7 line merch- 20:05

Outro- 26:28

🔥 WWE WrestleMania 42 Build Is… Falling Flat? | CM Punk vs Roman Reigns & Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton Analysis

Is it just me, or does the road to WrestleMania 42 feel… off?

In this video, I break down why the build to CM Punk vs Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton just isn’t hitting the way it should. These are MASSIVE main-event level matches… so why does the hype feel so low?

I dive into:

The lack of compelling storytelling heading into WrestleMania 42

Missed opportunities with promos and character development

Why these feuds feel rushed or underdeveloped

How WWE could’ve built these matches better

My honest opinion on whether WWE can still fix this before WrestleMania

This isn’t just a rant—this is a real breakdown of what’s missing from the current WWE product and why fans aren’t fully buying in.

👇 Let me know YOUR thoughts in the comments:

Is WWE dropping the ball, or will WrestleMania still deliver?

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The season four premiere of the Salty Thoughts of Mike Steph Podcast is live now on all streaming platforms where podcasts are available and will be on YouTube soon!

What's on deck? Well...............

Geno Smith is back with the NY Jets!

The NY GIANTS are successfully adding players that fir the culture of new Head Coach John Harbaugh!

And much more!

Enjoy!!

Ny Knicks Crush Boston Celtics 111-89 | NY Jets fan or Troll | Keith Hernandez returns to SNY Booth | Mike Steph

In this video, I break down:

NY Knicks went into Boston and manhandled the Celtics 111-89

Jose Alvarado made his debut and quickly had an impact on the team, especially on the defensive end.

Jordan Clarkson has shown his frustration in being outside of the playing rotation. Recently he made some comments to fans on social media that has some talking.

Keith Hernandez has re-signed with SNY to continue his analyst position on the NY Mets Broadcasts.

Mike Steph discusses his continued dislike for fellow commentator Ron Darling and how long his grudge goes back.

Jake Asman has been critical of NY Jets HC Aaron Glenn. Mike Steph wonders if it's too personal compared to how others have express their displeasure in the job Glenn has done during his first year.

All that and more!

Knicks-Celtics- 0:00

Keith Hernandez returns to NY Mets Booth (Smitty's Corner)- 15:36

Jake Asman/NY Jets- 27:44

Outro- 36:45

Nikai Lewis-Stephens Tribute- 59:00

#nyknicks #knicks #nba #basketball #jalenbrunson #bostonceltics #celtics #nymets #mets #keithhernandez #baseball #mlb #rondarling #sny #nyjets #jets #nfl #superbowl #wwe #wrestling #prowrestling #wrestlemania #sports

On this episode, IWA HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION LARRY ANDERSON joins the show to discuss the following:

On the latest IWA WRESTLING event "In The Nuthouse" Larry Anderson became the NEW IWA HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION! It was the culmination of a show long ark in which the company's most powerful faction was born, "La Corporacion" consisting of Larry Anderson, Mikey Guzman, Tahir James, and "El Jefe". When was this devised? How will this take the IWA into the a new era? What's in the future for the rest of the IWA roster? Will Larry Anderson be able to retain against former champion Corey Mac at the next event, "Fighting for the Wolfpack" on February 22nd?

Roman Reigns returned at the 2026 WWE Royal Rumble and was victorious. Prior to that event, on the Pat McAfee show on ESPN, he was vocal in feeling that the product has been stagnant over the last two years and challenged the roster to step up and continue to the successful run the company had been on prior to him taking a step back. Was his comments a shoot? Were they a part of an upcoming storyline? Was he just speaking the truth?Larry Anderson gave his take on this subject that might surprise you.

WWE UNREAL ON NETFLIX has been a polarizing show for wrestling fans and participants alike. Does this show risk damaging the engagement to the current product? Larry Anderson has his opinion on the show and its sure to get people talking.

All that and more! Enjoy

#wwe #wrestling #romanreigns #therock #wrestlemania #johncena #podcast #indywrestling #iwa #LarryAnderson #champion #royalrumble #brocklesnar #codyrhodes #tribal chief

Intro- 0:00

The Return of Larry Anderson- 5:36

IWA WRESTLING UPCOMING EVENTS- 22:46

Roman Reigns- 27:14

WWE Unreal on Netflix- 46:50

Wwe Royal Rumble- 1:01:06

Outro- 1:40:10

On this edition of the world renowned, hardly ever listened to podcast, Mike Steph discusses the following:

WWE’S bad booking continues. while they show flashes once in awhile that they do know how to promote, example being the 2hr. build to Cm Punk vs AJ Styles for the world title on "WWE RAW ON NETFLIX" , they still continue to rely on big moments instead of satisfying stories.

The NY KNICKS continue to have a KAT problem that will ultimately ruin this once promising season and will force them to come up short once again in the quest for the NBA championship. What can be done to solve this problem? Mike Steph has thoughts!

And finally, a discussion about the differences between "old school dating" and how it goes in present day. Which way is better?

All that and more! Enjoy!!

Intro 0:00

Knicks-8:55

Wwe-34:15

Old school dating-1:03:44

Outro- 1:25:40

#wwe #nba #wrestling #basketball #sports #relationships #romanreigns #tripleh #ajstyles #knicks #karlanthonytowns #nyknicks

KNICKS DEFEAT PISTONS 94-93 , TAKE 3-1 LEAD IN 1ST RD SERIES!

The NY Knicks took control of their series against the Detroit Pistons by winning both games in Detroit! Will they be able to close it out in game 5 at home.

HAS SHANNON SHARPE ALLOWED HIMSELF TO BE A CHARACATURE? HAS HE WORKED HIMSELF INTO A SHOOT?

Shannon Sharpe has a lawsuit filed accusing him of sexual assault. Has he brought this upon himself with the image he has projected over the last couple years?

DID THE NFL OWNERS' UNIFY TO "HUMBLE" SHEDEUR SANDERS?

The NFL made a point to humble Shedeur Sanders by colluding to embarrass him on a grand stage. And also cost him millions of dollars in draft positioning.

Also included is the the return of "Smoke and Mirrors" and "Trap Tales" segments.

Enjoy!!!

Intro- 0:00

Trap Tales/smoke and mirrors- 6:52

NY Knicks vs Detroit Pistons- 20:58

Shedeur Sanders/NFL- 37:28

Shannon Sharpe Lawsuit- 57:55

Outro- 1:16:57

#knicks #nyknicks #nba #basketball #pistons #detroit #newyork #newyorkknicks #shannonsharpe #shedeursanders #wwe #wrestling #therock #johncena #podcast #vlog #romanreigns #sethrollins #wrestlemania #nfl #football #nymets #mets #sports

Is The Rhea Ripley-Jade Cargill Heat A Shoot Or A Work? | Is AEW's Thekla Next To Blow? | Mike Steph

This past week in WWE, Rhea Ripley and Jade Cargill had a back and forth on social media that had many wondering if was it was a work or a shoot? Especially when other members of the roster started putting their 2 cents in. After the promo on this past Friday's WWE Smackdown, it's clear that the two went over some boundaries and were told to keep it professional. Who is at fault? Will this detract from the rest of the Wrestlemania build?

Also included are thoughts on the New AEW Women's Champion Thekla. Is she going to be the next big star in wrestling?

All that and more!

#wwe #wrestling #rhearipley #jadecargill #thekla #aew #wweraw #wwesmackdown #shoot #heat #wrestlemania #sports