Howie Rose Opens Up to Kelley Franco on the Mets, the Wilpons, the Cohens, and the Power of Radio
In this episode of Three Inning Fan: The Podcast with Kelley Franco, legendary Mets radio voice and Mets Hall of Famer Howie Rose joins the show for a candid, humorous, and often poignant conversation. Howie reflects on his decades-long journey with the Mets—sharing kind words about the Wilpon era, his positive thoughts on the current Cohen ownership, and why he believes this is the most unified Mets organization, from ownership to front office to clubhouse, that fans have seen in years. Howie speaks openly about the unique intimacy of calling games on the radio, including how he maintained that connection with fans even while quietly battling illness. Howie recounts the emotional night at Citi Field when fans chanted his name before his leave of absence—a moment that left a lasting impact on him. Together, Howie and Kelley explore the grounding, enduring power of radio in sports and storytelling. Then Howie survives a humorous rapid-fire round, and of course we close with…what’s good to eat while watching the ballgame.*Music by Podington Bear
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Mike Piazza Joins Kelley Franco and Talks Italian-American Ballplayers, Food, Family and Faith
In this episode of Three Inning Fan the Podcast with Kelley Franco, she is joined by Hall of Famer Mike Piazza, a New York icon whose legacy extends far beyond Shea Stadium. Crack open a beer and settle in for an informal, humorous, and wide-ranging conversation covering everything from whether Mike will manage the Italian World Baseball Classic team again in 2026, to his family’s Italian heritage, to the rich and proud history of Italian-American ballplayers. Mike and Kelley dive into the role of faith in baseball, his favorite Italian Saint (and why Kelley thinks he picked the wrong one), and even ponder whether Pope Leo can help the White Sox. Plus, they tackle the age-old debate – is it called sauce or gravy? And of course we close with…what’s good to eat while watching the ballgame.*Music by Podington Bear
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Chris Russo Joins Kelley Franco to Talk Devers Trade, Salary Caps and Baseball's Next CBA
In this episode of Three Inning Fan the Podcast with Kelley Franco, she is joined by the incomparable Chris “Mad Dog” Russo of Mad Dog Unleashed as he brings his hallmark high-energy style to the show. They discuss the blockbuster Rafael Devers – Jordan Hicks trade between the #RedSox and the #SFGiants. We then focus on some of the hottest financial topics in #MLB right now, including the renegotiation of the Collective Bargaining Agreement next year. That will include contentious issues such as salary caps and floors, revenue sharing, pooling local broadcast money and other matters that, if pressed, could lead to a work stoppage and possibly the cancellation of the 2027 season. And of course we close with…what’s good to eat while watching the ballgame.*Music by Podington Bear
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Mets and Yankees One-Third Season Check In – with Mark Kolier of Almost Cooperstown
In this episode of Three Inning Fan the Podcast with Kelley Franco, she is joined by Mark Kolier of the podcast Almost Cooperstown. We discuss the Mets and Yankees at this pivotal point in the season. Are they overperforming or underperforming in pitching, bullpen, offense and defense? Who is carrying the load and who needs to step up? What players returning from injury will create roster crunches and possible trips to the minors? In about 25 minutes we cover it all - succinctly. And of course we close with…what’s good to eat while watching the ballgame.*Music by Podington Bear
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Little Names Come Up Big For Mets and Yankees, Cubs Surge, Dodgers Pitching, MLB Chatter
In this informing and entertaining episode of Three Inning Fan - The Podcast, Kelley Franco covers everything you need to know about MLB in under 30 minutes. We talk about little names coming up big for the Mets and the Yankees. The Mets’ pitching staff is the best in MLB and it features David Stearns’ bargain signings and homegrown talent. The Yankees are being bolstered by Rice, Grisham, and Goldschmidt. The big names are working too, as Soto is heating up and Judge is playing like the best player in the game. Then we get outside the New York Bubble and talk about the Cubs – why are they surging and why could the best be yet to come? The Braves have a rally in their bones, the Mariners are scoring runs, and the Dodgers have – surprise – pitchers on the Injured List. And of course we close with…what’s good to eat while watching the ballgame.*Music by Podington Bear
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Kelley Franco is the Doyenne of New York Baseball. Her unique voice informs and entertains her listeners. She focuses on New York baseball but also tours the league to keep her listeners fluent in all things MLB - all in about 20 minutes. Kelley's background as an attorney informs her commentary, as she occasionally looks at the transactional and contractual side of the game. And every episode closes with Kelley's famous food segment: What's Good to Eat While Watching the Ballgame, where she highlights a new recipe or a listener favorite meal. Tune in!
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