New York Mets owner Steve Cohen has voiced concern over the team's performance, acknowledging the challenges ahead for President of Baseball Operations David Stearns. As of Saturday, the Mets held a record only two games better than Major League Baseball's worst, despite boasting the second-highest payroll in the league at $380 million.
Cohen expressed his worries on the "The Show" podcast, highlighting the difficult task facing Stearns. The team's current situation is compounded by inconsistent prospect performances and a limited pool of available free agents, making a swift return to competitiveness unlikely. Achieving success by next season, assuming a next season occurs, would require near-perfect decision-making.
The publication has outlined a 10-point plan intended to guide Stearns in addressing the issues plaguing the Mets and initiating a recovery process.