Welcome to another possibly Farace-less episode of The Put it in the Books Show, where Mets drama is as consistent as a spotty WiFi connection. This week, Rodriguez, Keith, and Producer Joe (our resident wallflower) may be holding down the fort without Farace, who's currently listed as day-to-day—much like half of our bullpen. Topping our lineup of controversies is Pete Alonso: did the Polar Bear really swipe left on a 7-year deal with the Mets? It's like turning down a plate of hot dogs at a ballgame—nobody quite believes it happened. Meanwhile, whispers around Citi Field suggest it might be time to shop Jeff McNeil around. Is he trade bait, or just caught in a bad fishing story? In pitching news, Adrian Houser might find himself back in the rotation. It’s like rekindling an old relationship—you hope they've changed, but deep down, you know you should probably keep expectations low. And then there’s Edwin Diaz, on a quest to rediscover his magic like a wizard who misplaced his wand. But let’s not forget the real villains here: the umpires, whose calls have been more questionable than a hot dog vendor's "secret sauce." Are bad calls deciding too many games, or are we just looking for a scapegoat that’s not wearing a Mets jersey? Strap in for an episode full of speculation, sarcasm, and maybe a little bit of baseball analysis—if we're lucky. Whether Farace shows up or not, it's bound to be more entertaining than a rain delay without any beer. #PiitB #Mets