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Well, at least they are no longer hiding it.  The Mets, who have built their marketing around Vulgar Pete and the guy who thumbs downed the customers are now blatantly telling us to Go Hose Ourselves, but probably in more Alonsic language.

That gesture—bending one arm so the fist tucks into the elbow of the other arm while raising the opposite hand—most often refers to the “Italian salute.”

In Italy it’s called the gesto dell’ombrello (“umbrella gesture”).
In France it’s the bras d’honneur (“arm of honor”).
In the U.S. people call it the “up yours” gesture.

It’s essentially a rude, defiant signal, usually meaning “screw you,” “up yours,” or “you can’t make me.” Think of it as the arm equivalent of giving someone the middle finger.

And this is the Mets brand, including these trash uniforms.

I really am kind of done with the Mets.  There’s just sooooo many things not to like.  I’m way past being upset about any of it, I’m at the apathy point.

Yeah, the  uniforms suck (thanks Steve).  Or how every single social media post seems to exist only to tag a sponsor.  Or the owner’s adventures with the Securities & Exchange Commission, or that the marketing is built around a guy who went out of his way to disrespect the fans.

And then there’s Pete Alonso.  My problem with Pete has been his immature tendency to add vulgarity to Let’s Go Mets.

When he broke the record the other night, you’d think he could be an adult.  Nope.  He tagged his speech with vulgarity?  Why??   Pete, are you planning on launching a t-shirt line after you retired?

It’s all so disappointing.

Does your catch phrase help your marketability?  You would think someone could do something with The Polar Bear stuff, but you’ve chosen to be Vulgar Pete with only third rate commercials.   Maybe play to the middle, and who knows, maybe Coca Cola calls.  But hey, you be you, the Mets can be the Mets.  I have found life to be just fine barely paying attention to the Cohen Era brand.

A message from the Mets home run king pic.twitter.com/bhOgmyKOUv

— New York Mets (@Mets) August 13, 2025

OK this is a gross understanding of all things Mets.  First of all, most importantly, never do the dopey Mets Pod.  But as if that weren’t bad enough, not liking the pinstripes?

Strip his captaincy retroactively and issue #5 to whatever relief pitcher they called up today.

The should be shunned former hero said, “That’s my least favorite uniform that we ever wore”

Also , you’re in MLB violation in this photo buddy.  At the time you played, MLB rules said all players must have a matching undershirt.  You aren’t special, you’re on a team.  Is that shirt BLUE like your teammates?  No, it is not.  Take that crap off.   Be part of the team.

Unretire 5.  He is no longer worthy.   We can retire a pinless numberless blank in his honor.

This is cool, but imagine how much food you can do if you had an extra $1,800,000,000 instead of giving it to the feds.  That’s a lot of soup cans.   But nobody likes to talk about that one point eight billion dollar check because there’s a 5 on the wall now.  Anyway…bring an extra tomato in case you know who (the guy that doesn’t like Mets fans) walks by you in the lot.

NEW YORK METS TO HOST TWO-DAY FOOD DRIVE AT CITI FIELD

Fans Can Donate Non-Perishable Items Pregame on August 1 & 2

FLUSHING, N.Y., July 31, 2025 – The New York Mets will host their annual Summer Food Drive… to benefit Food Bank For NYC pregame during the Mets vs. Giants Series on Friday, August 1 and Saturday, August 2 at Citi Field.

Two collection points will be set up on the first and third base sides of the Jackie Robinson Rotunda outside of the ballpark between 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, August 1 and between 1:00 – 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, August 2. Fans planning on attending games on August 1 and 2 must make their donation at the collection points outside of ballpark before entering the Jackie Robinson Rotunda. There will not be collection points inside of the ballpark.

Fans donating at least 10 non-perishable items will receive a voucher redeemable for two tickets to a select Mets regular season home game in 2025.

All types of canned and packaged goods are welcome, but no glass containers or perishable food. Please note that expired items will not be accepted. The most needed food items are milk (powdered, evaporated, boxed), pasta, rice, canned vegetables (low sodium), canned fruit (packed in its own juice), oatmeal, hot and cold cereal (packaged, family-sized), boxed grits, canned tuna or chicken and canned soup.

Food Bank for New York City aims to empower every New Yorker to achieve food security for good. They work with 800+ soup kitchens, food pantries, and campus partners to provide immediate and reliable access to food and nutrition education.

To learn more about the annual Mets Summer Food Drive, please visit Mets.com/FoodDrive.