Mets Owner Steve Cohen Tweets Optimism Amid Team’s Struggles

As the New York Mets grapple with a frustrating eight-game losing streak, owner Steve Cohen has returned to social media, attempting to reassure fans in the midst of a challenging season. The Mets currently sit at 7-12, languishing in last place in the NL East, but Cohen’s tweets are aimed at highlighting the silver linings in the team’s performance.

In his latest message, following a narrow 2-1 loss to the Dodgers, Cohen pointed out some bright spots, stating, “Nobody likes to lose but I saw some green shoots tonight.” He noted that Francisco Lindor had a productive game, collecting two hits, including a home run. Cohen also highlighted Bo Bichette’s double to left field, a shift from his recent tendency to pull the ball to right. Additionally, he mentioned a solid hit from Benge and shared that Juan Soto had begun his running progression.

Cohen’s tweets are not a new strategy; he has previously taken to social media in attempts to lift the spirits of Mets fans during tough times. As discussed on the latest episode of “Baseball Bar-B-Cast” by hosts Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman, Cohen’s use of the term “green shoots” sparked some lighthearted banter. Mintz noted that the phrase, often associated with signs of optimism in a struggling economy, might be unfamiliar to many baseball enthusiasts.

Shusterman humorously remarked, “The average Mets fan is just like, ‘Oh, dying for some green shoots,’” while Mintz added that fans might wake up feeling optimistic about Cohen’s latest message. The hosts even playfully assessed which of Cohen’s statements might rank highest on a “cope meter,” a humorous gauge of how much excuse-making is going on.

Among the contenders, they rated Lindor’s performance as “not that cope-y,” while Bichette’s left-field double drew skepticism from Shusterman, who questioned its analytical value. Benge’s hit was labeled as “No. 1” for excuses, considering his season struggles, yet they later confirmed it was indeed a solid hit. A comment about Marcus Semien’s near home run in chilly Los Angeles was deemed classic cope, while Mintz quipped about Nolan McLean’s steady pitching, noting, “He does that.”

In a quirky observation, Mintz pointed out that several Mets players, including manager Carlos Mendoza and first-base coach Gilbert Gomez, have started wearing glasses this season. He speculated whether this trend was influenced by new bench coach Kai Correa, adding a touch of humor to the ongoing struggles of the franchise.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.