Red-hot Mets prospect Tong joins Pipeline Podcast

May 27th, 2025

Our series on the most intriguing prosects by division continues on the latest MLB Pipeline Podcast. With the American League covered, we open the National League conversation with a closer look at the most fascinating prospects across the NL East.

Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and host Jason Ratliff discuss an array of farmhands in the division, including Marlins catcher Joe Mack, Braves righty J.R. Ritchie and Nationals right-hander Travis Sykora, who are all catching the attention of their respective organization's this season.

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One of the names on the list, Mets No. 4 prospect Jonah Tong, joins the conversation to share some insight on his progress this season, as well as his experience spearheading the Double-A Rumble Ponies' first perfect game in franchise history.

The crew switches gears after that to catch up on the latest Draft doings -- including prospects who stood out in conference tournament action. There is also a look ahead to the top arms who will be pitching in the NCAA tournament.

The conversation then concludes with an answer to a listener mailbag question that involves the Draft.

On the MLB Pipeline Podcast, Mayo and Callis are your tour guides through all the unfolding stories and breaking news of baseball's top prospects. Each week, you'll find out about the stars of tomorrow from the guys who know today. Download, subscribe and help others find the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes or your favorite platform.

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