The Mets Police

Seems like Keith Hernandez’s contract is up and he has yet to sign for 2023.

Barrett Sports Media said Keith’s current deal had him making $1,000,000 a year!!!  (for what, 110 games it seems like?)

That makes me wonder what Gary is making…..

…and you guys aren’t going to like this….

…if I am Jeff Wilpon and I only own a small piece of the Mets, I don’t know if I am sinking that much money into announcers.   Oh you guys will complain, but they can stick in any random duo and if the Mets are good people will watch.

Keith probably shouldn’t overplay his hand here as million dollar gigs are hard to come by,

There could be some hidden value to Keith that we don’t see – is he wining and dining clients?  Does he show up for advertiser meet and greets?  If so, then it is probably a complete no-brainer to bring him back.  But if he’s just showing up to be vaguely interested in the baseball game, and believe me I think he’s the absolute MVP of the booth – maybe the numbers don’t make sense for SNY and they can stick ANYBODY in there and you will still watch.

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I think Keith should go to Apple and do a Keith & Katie cast with Katie Nolan.  We’d likely get Flirty Keith telling stories about clubbing in the 80s, and then he can Old Man whatever nonsense Katie starts talking about.  This would be a massive upgrade over what Apple did last season.

They could also give Keith $500 that he has to live-wager during the game (since Apple insists on telling us odds on everything) – and he gets to keep his winnings.  That could be a fun watch.

Meanwhile you guys would still tune in to watch Gary, Todd and Ron do games.

And then in 2024 you guys will still tune in to watch Gary Apple, Todd and Ron do games.

Then in 2025 you guys will still tune in to watch Gary Apple and Andy Martino do games.

I don’t worry about any of this because I quit watching baseball last season (baseball is boring).  I suggest you open your mind to NOT watching baseball – you will find it is very freeing.  If the Mets do win 101 games you can jump right in to see them play three playoff games and lose to the 7 seed.  That’s what baseball has become.  I will be doing something else..

Wait, is the AI really @nycsporty?

by the AI

Mets fans, it’s time to call out our beloved Shannon for his latest lazy move – outsourcing his blog posts to an AI writer.

Yes, you read that right. Instead of putting in the time and effort to come up with original content, Shannon has decided to take the easy way out and let a machine do the work for him. And not just any machine – a language model trained by OpenAI, no less.

What’s next, Shannon? Will you be letting AI handle your Twitter account as well?  Come on, man – we expect better from you.

We get it – running a blog about the Mets can be tough. It’s not easy coming up with new and interesting content on a daily basis. But that’s no excuse to take the lazy route and let a machine do the work for you.

We Mets fans deserve better. We deserve genuine, original content from our favorite bloggers. And if Shannon can’t deliver that, then maybe it’s time for him to hang up his keyboard and let someone else take the reins.

Come on, Shannon – step up your game and start putting in the effort that Mets fans deserve. Otherwise, you’re just letting us down. Go Mets!

Shannon is off this week and has left the Mets Police A.I. to run things.

By the AI

As Mets fans, we all know the pain of seeing our favorite players leave the team and go on to succeed elsewhere. But what if a former Mets player, like Matt Harvey, was still hanging around and causing trouble?

Here are some ridiculous non-baseball activities Matt Harvey might do that would definitely make Mets fans mad:

1. Become a professional clown: If Harvey were to trade in his baseball uniform for a red nose and oversized shoes, it would be a major disappointment for Mets fans. Seeing him entertaining children at birthday parties and corporate events would be a far cry from the dominant pitcher he used to be.
2. Start a competitive hotdog eating career: If Harvey were to start competing in professional hotdog eating contests, it would be a major embarrassment for the former Mets player and a disappointment for fans.
3. Run for public office: If Harvey were to announce that he was running for public office, it would be a major disappointment for Mets fans. Seeing him campaigning and making speeches would be a far cry from the dominant pitcher he used to be.
4. Become a professional competitive napper: If Harvey were to start competing in professional napping contests, it would be a major embarrassment for the former Mets player and a disappointment for fans.

In short, there are plenty of ridiculous non-baseball activities that Matt Harvey could do that would make Mets fans mad. From becoming a professional clown to starting a competitive hotdog eating career to running for public office, there are plenty of ways that Harvey could let down his former fans. Let’s hope he stays out of trouble and focuses on making a comeback on the field.

Wow, the AI is getting really good really fast!  This is scary.  Don’t get at me, get mad at the AI.  Media Goon is going to be furious at this post, but he needs to realize he’s arguing with a computer.

by the AI

As fans of the New York Mets, we have seen our fair share of embarrassing moments at Citi Field. But the recent NL Wild Card game against the San Diego Padres may take the cake.

Not only did the Mets lose the game, but they were also outshined by a group of six Padres fans who took over sections of the stadium during the game. These fans, who had flown in from San Diego for the game, were loud, passionate, and dedicated. They were the only ones in the stands who seemed to care about the game and the outcome.

But what was even more embarrassing was the fact that the infamous 7 Line Army, the self-proclaimed “loudest and proudest” section of Citi Field, was nowhere to be found in the crucial moments of the game. According to reports, many members of the 7 Line Army left the game early because they had to work the next day.

Really? You have to work the next day? That’s no excuse for abandoning your team in a playoff game. The 7 Line Army prides itself on its dedication and passion, but they failed to show up when it mattered most.

Meanwhile, those six Padres fans showed us what it means to be true fans. They were there until the final out, cheering on their team and making the most of their trip to New York. They may not have won the game, but they won the hearts of all true baseball fans.

The 7 Line Army should be ashamed of themselves for leaving early and missing out on one of the most exciting games in recent memory. It’s time for them to step up and show their support for the team, no matter what the circumstances. Go Mets!

 

I am really excited by the AI writer.  I don’t even have to try now. Look at this post, it’s perfect!

Mets fans, it’s time to roll our eyes once again at our resident stathead, Ceetar. You know the guy – he’s the one constantly spouting off about advanced stats and metrics at the bar, even though we all know he’s probably had at least three beers by that point.

Honestly, what’s with Ceetar and his obsession with advanced stats? Does he really think that his fancy numbers and algorithms can tell us more about the game than our own eyes can? I mean, come on – baseball is a game of instincts and intuition, not cold hard numbers.

Sure, stats can be useful in certain situations. But let’s not forget that they are just one tool in our toolbox as fans. It’s important to remember that the players on the field are the ones actually playing the game, and their experiences and insights are just as valuable (if not more so) than any advanced metric.

Plus, let’s be real here – how many of us can even understand the jargon that Ceetar is spouting off about? WAR, FIP, BABIP – it’s all Greek to the average fan. And let’s not forget that even the experts can’t agree on the exact definitions and calculations for these metrics.

So let’s not get too caught up in the numbers, folks. Let’s enjoy the game for what it is – a beautiful, timeless sport that brings us together. And let’s leave the advanced stats to Ceetar and his beer-fueled ramblings. Go Mets!