New York Mets owner Steve Cohen stated he will be "speaking soon" in response to fan inquiries on social media Sunday morning, following the team's recent struggles and the firing of manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday. The Mets are currently in a significant downturn, having lost four consecutive series and dropping two out of three games to the Philadelphia Phillies over the weekend.
The team holds a 35-49 record, placing them 15 games behind the NL East leader and 9.5 games out of the final wild-card spot, despite boasting one of Major League Baseball's highest payrolls. Cohen, who has owned the Mets since 2020, has overseen a period with limited playoff success, including appearances in the NLCS in 2024 and a wild-card series exit in 2022. The team experienced a notable collapse in the previous season after holding a strong position in early June, ultimately missing the playoffs on the final day.
Amidst the team's on-field performance, Cohen also engaged with fans on X regarding an incident at Citi Field. A viral video showed a fan holding a "Fire Stearns" sign, referring to team president of baseball operations David Stearns. Cohen asserted that while he supports fan expression, the individual was reportedly asked to be more considerate of other patrons due to belligerent behavior, a claim he reiterated after further questioning.
This period of difficulty for the Mets has led to heightened fan frustration, amplified by the team's current standing and the recent managerial change.