Billy Eppler Shockingly Steps Down as New York Mets GM

Billy Eppler surprised everyone on Thursday when he decided to step down as the New York Mets general manager.

Eppler was expected to remain in the role working under David Stearns but stated that it would be in everyone's best interest to give Stearns a clean slate.

Host Ryan Finkelstein reacts to the news and what it means for the Mets moving forward.

He also reflects on Eppler's tenure with the team and how this could impact the Mets ability to sign some of the top free agents this winter.

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