TheBatman22
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Mets Nation was proudly represented at the All-Star Game, where our players showcased their incredible talents. Francisco Lindor exhibited exceptional defensive skills, while Pete Alonso demonstrated impressive power. David Peterson and Edwin Diaz also contributed significantly with their outstanding performances.
It was disappointing to see Juan Soto left out, as he undeniably deserved a spot in the event. Additionally, it was frustrating that Alonso was overlooked for the MVP award; Kyle Schwarber did not deserve that recognition, especially considering Pete's clutch home run that set the stage for the game. Mets Nation understandably expressed frustration, feeling that this was a robbery. It is disheartening that Alonso didn’t start the game over Freddie Freeman, particularly since Freeman's numbers simply don’t compare to Pete’s this year. Denying Alonso, the All-Star Game MVP feels particularly unjust.
The perceived disrespect toward the Mets seems to persist, especially since Rob Manfred became commissioner and Steve Cohen took ownership. I've noticed a significant decline in respect during this time. When we sign players, we face taxes and lose draft picks, while teams like the Yankees and Dodgers can acquire whoever they wish without consequence. Additionally, umpires often expand the strike zone against us, frequently calling safe runners out and vice versa, despite our ongoing success with challenges. It feels as though the commissioner, a Yankees fan, is not invested in our success, particularly given the Cohen tax we have been subjected to.
I recently watched the "Wright Way" documentary on SNY, and it was a fantastic piece that deserves awards for covering so much ground. It contained deeply emotional moments that could bring tears to viewers as it concluded. Nonetheless, I don’t expect anything from MLB, as they will likely find ways to undermine the best homegrown Met ever. David Wright was on a Hall of Fame trajectory before his injuries; he could have achieved over 3,000 hits and 500 home runs had he completed his contract.
Tomorrow, David Wright will be enshrined into the Mets Hall of Fame, with his number retired alongside some of the most legendary names in the game: Willie Mays, Tom Seaver, Keith Hernandez, Doc Gooden, Darryl Strawberry, Casey Stengel, Mike Piazza, and many others. Captain America deserves it; he truly was the best. He was the player that Yankees fans pretend Derek Jeter was.
It was disappointing to see Juan Soto left out, as he undeniably deserved a spot in the event. Additionally, it was frustrating that Alonso was overlooked for the MVP award; Kyle Schwarber did not deserve that recognition, especially considering Pete's clutch home run that set the stage for the game. Mets Nation understandably expressed frustration, feeling that this was a robbery. It is disheartening that Alonso didn’t start the game over Freddie Freeman, particularly since Freeman's numbers simply don’t compare to Pete’s this year. Denying Alonso, the All-Star Game MVP feels particularly unjust.
The perceived disrespect toward the Mets seems to persist, especially since Rob Manfred became commissioner and Steve Cohen took ownership. I've noticed a significant decline in respect during this time. When we sign players, we face taxes and lose draft picks, while teams like the Yankees and Dodgers can acquire whoever they wish without consequence. Additionally, umpires often expand the strike zone against us, frequently calling safe runners out and vice versa, despite our ongoing success with challenges. It feels as though the commissioner, a Yankees fan, is not invested in our success, particularly given the Cohen tax we have been subjected to.
I recently watched the "Wright Way" documentary on SNY, and it was a fantastic piece that deserves awards for covering so much ground. It contained deeply emotional moments that could bring tears to viewers as it concluded. Nonetheless, I don’t expect anything from MLB, as they will likely find ways to undermine the best homegrown Met ever. David Wright was on a Hall of Fame trajectory before his injuries; he could have achieved over 3,000 hits and 500 home runs had he completed his contract.
Tomorrow, David Wright will be enshrined into the Mets Hall of Fame, with his number retired alongside some of the most legendary names in the game: Willie Mays, Tom Seaver, Keith Hernandez, Doc Gooden, Darryl Strawberry, Casey Stengel, Mike Piazza, and many others. Captain America deserves it; he truly was the best. He was the player that Yankees fans pretend Derek Jeter was.
