Gotta make content.  It’s always a tell when organizations use the word Content.    Content usually means content for content’s sake.  Let’s see what they have made..

NEW YORK METS ANNOUNCE TWO NEW CONTENT SERIES: “INSIDE THE DIAMOND” AND “ON THE ROAD”

These all-new series will provide fans with a unique, behind-the-scenes look at the Mets organization and their favorite players.

 (Shannon here.  I don’t have any favorite player on the Mets right now.  I have two I actively DISlike though)

FLUSHING, N.Y., June 10, 2025 – The New York Mets announced today the next phase of mid- and long-form content development with the introduction of two new, multi-episode series, “Inside the Diamond” and “On the Road”. Both series will offer fans access behind the clubhouse doors, with “Inside the Diamond” providing an exclusive look at the lives of Mets players and “On the Road” capturing the unseen work that goes into traveling as a Major League Baseball team. All episodes, shot and produced by the New York Mets Content team, as well as bonus content, will premier exclusively on the Mets’ YouTube channel.

(Shannon again – look at this next para.  This guy is using the word “journey.”  No real humans speak like this.  It’s possible he’s an android posing as a human.  I am sure Mets fans are excited to go on this “journey” with you Bobby)

 

“We’re excited to continue our journey in producing storytelling content with these two all-new series,” said Mets Vice President of Creative Content Bobby Clemens. “Coming off the success of “The Pursuit,” we saw this as a great opportunity to continue to expand beyond what fans see on the field with behind-the-scenes access that showcases the personalities of their favorite players.”

The “Inside the Diamond” series dives into the daily lives of Mets players with unprecedented access. Starting during Spring Training as players prepare for the start of the 2025 season and continuing throughout the year, the series will highlight players’ on-field preparation and their off-field personalities. The first episode of “Inside the Diamond”, featuring Francisco Lindor, aired on Thursday, June 5 and new episodes will drop every Thursday throughout the season.

(Shannon again.  Wait, the announcement went out after the launch????)

The “On the Road” series gives fans an all-access look at what it truly takes to travel as a team. From players grinding through the demanding schedule with early morning arrivals to the ballpark and late-night flights, to staff coordinating equipment, meals, hotel and travel, the series captures the unseen hustle across the organization behind every road trip. The first episode of “On the Road” will air today, June 10.

(Oh man it sounds so hard flying charter.  I may have to watch this.   Also it won’t “air” if it’s on Youtube.  It will stream.)

“Inside the Diamond” and “On the Road” are the Mets next ventures in storytelling content this season. Earlier this season, the Mets debuted the team’s first long-form documentary called “The Pursuit”…..

…The two-part series took fans behind the scenes of the 2024 Mets magical season and shared the details of the team’s offseason pursuit and ultimate signing of Juan Soto.

Fans can tune in to the Mets YouTube channel for all content produced by the New York Mets Content team.

(And what sounds more personal that the New York Mets Content Team?  This business gets less and less personal every day.)

 

I’ve seen worse…  This is the low-crown version as neither you nor I are Vanilla Ice.

Meanwhile….

Also its good to see either

a) Mets fans are rejecting Lindor

b) Mets fans are rejecting black jerseys

c) MLB is just cool and selling high-demand jerseys at a discount because they are cool like that.   Sometimes people are just cool.  But not Lindor.  He thumbs downed the fans and can go rot, no matter how much he works the sheep media.

Gothamist reports…

Attention Mets fans: Primary Day in New York City is June 24 — not June 23.

You could be forgiven for getting your dates confused, since the wrong day was displayed on an electronic billboard at Citi Field during at least four baseball games.

The city’s Campaign Finance Board was responsible for the error.

Well at least they got the day wrong EARLY rather than late so you can still have a chance to vote.  What a weird error.

I’m impressed that the Mets are wearing on-field Pride jerseys which giving away tank tops.

How about a cap like this?  You could do that, couldn’t you?

 

NEW YORK METS TO CELEBRATE PRIDE NIGHT AT CITI FIELD

FLUSHING, N.Y., June 6, 2025 – The New York Mets will host their ninth annual Pride Night at Citi Field on Friday, June 13 when they take on the Tampa Bay Rays at 7:10 p.m. The first 15,000 fans in attendance will receive an exclusive Pride tank top.

Pride Night at Citi Field is a celebration of the many LGBTQ+ New Yorkers and Mets fans from around the world, as well as allies of the community. All programming throughout the game day experience will focus on celebrating Pride.

The Mets will host a free pre-game Pride Party at the K Korner hosted by Jan Sport from Season 12 of RuPaul’s Drag Race and Season 6 of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars beginning at 5:00 p.m., featuring DJ Mack Mackey, Mr. and Mrs. Met, photo opportunities, giveaways, and performances by The Queens Crew.

The Mets will honor Billy Bean with a tribute video pregame for his life’s dedication of making baseball a more inclusive sport. Bean played for the Tigers, Dodgers and Padres from 1987-1995 and later joined the Office of the Commissioner in July 2014 as MLB’s first-ever Ambassador for Inclusion. Bean passed away on August 6, 2024, after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia.

Jeremiah Brent, interior designer, television host, author and founder of Jeremiah Brent Design, will throw out the first pitch. Brent has transformed homes and commercial spaces around the world, earning repeated recognition on Architectural Digest’s AD100 and Elle Décor’s A-List, while also sharing his expertise through brand partnerships, custom product lines, and as host of multiple hit television series, including Netflix’s Emmy award-winning Queer Eye.

The National Anthem will be performed by actor and singer Alex Newell. A TIME Magazine Breakout of the Year and a Tony Award winner, Newell made history as the first openly gender non-conforming performer to win a Tony Award. They are best known for their standout roles on Glee, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist and Another Simple Favor.

Pride Night’s Guest DJ will be Peloton’s producer of music supervision and programing DJ John Michael. DJ John Michael hosts live DJ runs and rides at Peloton, while also helping instructors find new music for their playlists and serving as one of the key visionaries for the overall sound of the classes.

The Mets are excited to partner again with NYC Pride on a special ticket offer. NYC Pride tickets include a limited-edition Pride fanny pack and $15 of stored value to be used at concession stands. Additionally, a portion of the proceeds from each ticket will be donated directly to NYC Pride initiatives.

Friday night is also Fireworks Night at Citi Field. Fans can stay after the game ends for a spectacular Pride themed show that will light up the sky.

For more information on Pride Night and to purchase tickets, please visit Mets.com/Pride or call 718-507-TIXX.

M. Donald Scott Havens is leaving the Mets.  Is it me or do Steve and Alex go through a lot of execs?  Isn’t everything groovy in Queens?  Why wouldn’t someone want to be the President of Business Operations?

Here’s the line the mainstream media is glossing over.

we ultimately had differing perspectives on long-term strategy

Who knows, maybe M. Donald Scott was the one thinking about all the nonsense and Steve is like “what if we just played organ music and Saturday day games?”  I believe in Steve, I bet Steve is like “what if Mr. Met didn’t do pushups with a dance team.”  Maybe Steve is the one asking “why did we open a store in Union Square?”

By the way Steve, this is Year 5 of your Year 5 plan and your team is in second place.  There are no more excuses.  Your timetable.  Your plan.  Your hires.  This is not on the Wilpons.  No excuses.  A tickertape parade or failure.  No excuses.  No “anything can happen in the playoffs.”  No excuses.  World Series Champions is the only option.

“If I don’t win a World Series in the next 3-5 years… I would consider that slightly disappointing,”  – Steve Cohen November 2020.

I’m not devastated, I’m disappointed,” – Tom Glavine, 2007

Anyway I am confident Steve’s next hire will work out.

Year 5 Steve.