(2:23) — METS: The Mets open their season with an 11-7 win over the Pirates. (7:44) — ST. JOHN’S: St. John’s will face off against Duke on Friday in hopes of advancing to the Elite Eight. (11:17) — KNICKS: The Knicks' win streak ends at eight after they get routed by the Hornets on Thursday. (14:56) — CALLS: Callers talk Yankees. (19:59) — SAL LICATA: SNY’s Sal Licata returns to recap the Mets' opening-day win, the balance of their lineup and why the Mets could be contenders in the NL. (38:44) — MIKE VACCARO: The New York Post’s Mike Vaccaro joins the show to discuss St. John’s in the Sweet 16, and reporting on George Steinbrenner in his book, Bosses of The Bronx. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the listener line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/john_jastremski Follow ‘NYNY’ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nynytheringer/ Host: John Jastremski Guests: Sal Licata and Mike Vaccaro Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices