After missing out on Kyle Tucker, Mets owner Steve Cohen pivoted quickly to Bo Bichette, triggering a ripple effect across MLB free agency. On Exit Philosophy, Griff and Mal break down Bo's awkward Mets introduction, questions about leaving the Blue Jays, opt-outs, and the Phillies deal that fell apart. The episode also covers the 2026 Hall of Fame results, a weak first-year ballot, a look ahead to Buster Posey and the 2027 class, plus MLB Network's Top 100 list—highlighting the Blue Jays, Dodgers, and a debate over John Schneider vs. Dave Roberts.

INDEX:

0:00 Intro

0:43 Bo leaves for Mets and his presser at CitiField

4:38 How will Bo handle New York

7:36 Bichette and his opt-outs

12:15 Bo at 3rd base and the new Mets defence

16:42 Phils thought they had a deal with Bo

18:24 Signs Bo was not coming back to T-O

23:13 What about Cody Bellinger

25:48 Jays still could use a bullpen arm

29:16 Bo says goodbye to fans via Hazel Mae

34:57 Beltan and Andruw Jones to Cooperstown

41:39 Dave Stieb and the Hall's Veteran Committee

43:17 Buster Posey leads new candidates in '27

47:46 MLB Network Top 100 players

51:46 Re-Ranking 2026 AL East

55:08 Jays non-roster invitees to watch

58:34 Salary Cap and the new CBA

1:06:04 NFL Championship Weekend

1:10:49 Niagara Ironbacks update

1:12:07 Bob Elliott's CBN's Top 100 influential CDNs.

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