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The New York Mets had to make some tough decisions at the MLB trade deadline, as the club opened up a fire sale amid a disappointing 2023 campaign, trading away both of their ace starting pitchers in Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander. In an article written shortly after Scherzer’s trade, the ace pitcher gave fans […]

The New York Mets’ roster past the trade deadline looked so much different from its form on Opening Day. Gone are big names like Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander. Also sent away are Mark Canha and David Robertson. But for Mets owner Steve Cohen, the future still looks bright for the franchise because of the […]

Steve Cohen has spoken on the future of New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso. Cohen made his thoughts known on Alonso’s future on Wednesday, per SNY. Steve Cohen was asked about Pete Alonso's future as a Met: "We love Pete as a Met. He's an integral part of the Mets. He's still with us […]

The Houston Astros are running it back with Justin Verlander. The Astros traded for Justin Verlander from the New York Mets with around three hours left until the 2023 MLB trade deadline. Outfield prospects OF Drew Gilbert and Ryan Clifford are headed to the Mets in the deal. Considering the major-league and minor-league talent involved, […]

It’s July 1, which means it’s Bobby Bonilla day. For many baseball fans, this day is a humorous, yet head-scratching reminder of how impressive it is that someone who hasn’t played in over 20 years is still getting paid so handsomely. For the New York Mets, it’s a stark reminder of what has been a […]

It could be time to end any speculation that the New York Mets might fire manager Buck Showalter or general manager Billy Eppler during the 2023 MLB season. Mets owner Steve Cohen said that both men were safe in their jobs at a press conference Wednesday afternoon. Cohen announced that he would be holding a […]

The New York Mets season to this point has been filled with frustration and fallen expectations. After winning 101 games in 2022, the Mets are 36-43 this year, 16.5 games back of first place in the NL East and 8.5 games out of a wild card spot. As the losses continue to pile up, Mets […]

What does New York Mets owner Steve Cohen plan to do about the team’s fast-fading playoff hopes? Mets fans will soon find out from the man himself. Steve Cohen said on Twitter Tuesday afternoon that he would be holding a press conference before the Mets’ game against the Milwaukee Brewers Wednesday night. Cohen’s unexpected announcement […]

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen still believes that his team has what it takes to be competitive. The Mets are currently one of the worst teams in the MLB this 2023. They are 31-35 on the season, only ahead of the Washington Nationals, Colorado Rockies, St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs in the National […]

Don’t expect New York Mets owner Steve Cohen to overreact to the team’s latest losing streak. After the Mets lost their seventh straight contest and fell 10 games in the loss column behind the Atlanta Braves in the NL East, Cohen isn’t prepared to make seismic changes just yet. Steve Cohen spoke with The New […]

Whenever the New York Mets and New York Yankees play against each other, it’s hailed as the Subway Series and presented as two rivals facing off. Steve Cohen doesn’t see it that way. The Mets owner dropped a surprising take on how he views the Yankees in his new New York role. Cohen respects the […]

Steve Cohen is set to watch his New York Mets take on the Miami Marlins in the team’s home opener. Before first pitch, the Mets owner threw the first punch by roasting Marlins faithful. Miami hosted New York in a four game series to start the season. Cohen was in attendance on Opening Day. As […]

If money alone determined the winner of the World Series every year, Steve Cohen’s New York Mets would be the runaway winner for 2023. As the MLB season draws near, they’re tied up to roughly $375 million in luxury tax payroll with almost $500 million committed to free agents this offseason alone. Whether lavish spending […]

Steve Cohen has proved over his run as owner of the New York Mets that he has no problem handing out $100 million-plus contracts in order to keep vital players on the team. He will once again have to do just that if he wants to prolong Pete Alonso’s stay with the Mets. Alonso is […]

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen was “decidedly cool” on splurging immediately for a replacement for injured right-handed pitcher Edwin Diaz, New York Post assistant sports editor Jonathan Lehman wrote in a Thursday article. “When you get into a situation like this, I think you stay calm, you don’t overreact. I think if you do, (you have) […]

For those who want to watch baseball like a king, come on out and greet the New York Mets. Owner Steve Cohen is offering his most well-to-do fans an opportunity to bask in the luxury of Citi Field’s new membership only Cadillac Club at Payson’s. The ticket prices are not for the faint-hearted, according to […]

Edwin Diaz suffered an unfortunate injury during a World Baseball Classic celebration with Team Puerto Rico. He is expected to miss the entire 2023 season as a result. Some people around the MLB world have blamed the WBC, while others have defended the tournament. But everyone is on the same page in terms of wishing […]

The New York Mets are eager for it to be their time to shine. Owner Steve Cohen has looked to spend big at every opportunity and now has a roster full of stars to show for it. An embarrassing ending to their 2022 season should serve as motivation to be a true championship contender. With […]

Steve Cohen doesn’t much care what other MLB owners think of him or how he runs the business of the New York Mets. And that, in part, is why he and his $500 million spending spree this offseason is both good and bad for Major League Baseball. Cohen is polarizing because there seems to be […]

Steve Cohen and the New York Mets have not shied away from spending this offseason and it appears they won’t be stopping anytime soon. The team is slated to have a 30-second commercial during this year’s Super Bowl that will feature some of its stars. The advertisement will not be broadcasted nationally but will appear […]

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen has not been shy in reference to spending money on high-profile free agents. The Mets signed no shortage of stars in MLB free agency including reigning AL Cy Young winner Justin Verlander. Cohen recently revealed that his motivation for his spending spree stems from former New York Yankees owner […]

Steve Cohen may be one of the newest MLB team owners but he is already one of the most well-known and controversial. The hedge fund manager and New York Mets owner is one of the biggest spenders in all of baseball, constructing a very pricey roster full of stars and talented prospects. Although Cohen wasted […]

The New York Mets losing out on Carlos Correa means there is still some work to be done. The star shortstop was supposed to be a player to help put them over the top but they now have to look elsewhere. Perhaps it will be at the biggest superstar in the sport, Shohei Ohtani. Ohtani […]

Under owner Steve Cohen, the New York Mets have been of the busiest teams in the MLB this offseason. But even with the Mets spending extravagantly on free agents, Cohen’s wallet still managed to get much, much bigger. Alongside being the Mets’ owner, Cohen is also the founder of hedge fund Point72. The fund saw […]

Steve Cohen is not only the owner of the New York Mets, he’s a long-time fan. So, as Pete Alonso inches closer to free agency, Cohen is in the unique position to understand the Mets’ checkered history with retaining their homegrown stars and in a position to reverse course moving forward. Billy Eppler does not […]

The New York Yankees have had a productive offseason thus far in 2022, keeping Anthony Rizzo and Aaron Judge in the Bronx and adding one of the best starting pitchers available in Carlos Rodon. But the “Steve Cohen Tax” might deter Aaron Boone and the pinstripes from making any more moves in the short-term, most […]

When you talk about New York and spending money on players, it’s no longer just about the New York Yankees, because the New York Mets are breaking the bank with owner Steve Cohen investing in his team like it’s a space program. In the Mets’ latest financial flex, they signed star infielder Carlos Correa to […]

After an unprecedented spending spree during MLB free agency, the New York Mets roster seems just about set. How that affects their top prospects, including Francisco Alvarez and Brett Baty, is to be seen. We will discuss what the Mets plan should be for Alvarez and Baty after their MLB free-agency binge. Since free agency […]

The New York Mets are the talk of baseball after going all in to win with some key free agency pickups. However, many around MLB are astonished at owner Steve Cohen’s lavish spending to improve his team with additions like Carlos Correa and Justin Verlander and the re-signings of Edwin Diaz and Brandon Nimmo. According […]

For years, the New York Yankees, owned by the late George Steinbrenner, have flexed their financial might over the rest of the MLB. They have led the league in payroll for tons of years, and they have continued to be one of the league’s high rollers with George’s son, Hal Steinbrenner, now at the helm. […]

The New York Mets have spent a record amount on free agent contracts this offseason. But even Mets owner Steve Cohen knows it’s not enough and there’s more work to be done. We’ll examine what needs the Mets must still fill in MLB free agency. “My team is good. But it isn’t that much better […]

The New York Mets might’ve lost Jacob deGrom to free agency, but owner Steve Cohen immediately went out and replaced him with reigning AL Cy Young winner Justin Verlander, who also just captured a World Series title with the Houston Astros. Aside from the righty, the organization also signed Brandon Nimmo to an extension while […]

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen has no problem with Jacob deGrom leaving the team to join the Texas Rangers. After all, he’s a free agent who has the power to choose any team he wants. Cohen kept his response on deGrom’s exit classy, though he didn’t talk about it that much as well. Instead, […]

Aaron Judge is definitely a name to watch in the MLB offseason. Expect to hear updates on the New York Yankees slugger a lot going forward because virtually every team in the majors would love to get his services. With so much attention from general managers and owners across the big leagues, the Yankees should […]

After billionaire owner Steve Cohen went on a $259 million spending spree in the offseason, the New York Mets have raced out of the gate to a 40-22 start in the 2022 season, the second-best record in the MLB at the time of print. Even more impressive is the fact that the Mets have done […]

The New York Mets have owned the 2022 season so far. Despite injuries to their superstar pitchers, they have been dominating and are tied for the most wins in the National League. Team owner Steve Cohen loves what he sees but also learned the hard way how an early-season lead can evaporate. Last season, in […]

The New York Mets are hellbent on bringing a World Series to Queens this year, and that means fielding the best team possible at all times. In order to ensure the Mets stay at the top of their game throughout the 162-game season, owner Steve Cohen and GM Billy Eppler are always looking for ways […]

MLB free agency is set to re-open at 6:00 p.m. EST on Thursday after the MLBPA and MLB reached an agreement on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement. Now that baseball is officially back, free agents are able to sign with new teams ahead of Opening Day, which is scheduled for April 7. Despite having already […]

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen hasn’t been far from the MLB spotlight since purchasing the team. First, Cohen and the Mets made a splash by trading for former Cleveland Guardians shortstop Francisco Lindor. Then, before the lockout cut the offseason short, Cohen’s Mets went on an all-out spending spree, doling out an absurd amount […]