Mr. Met (New York Mets) MLB Mascot ReAction Figure by Super7

Mr. Met (New York Mets) MLB Mascot ReAction Figure by Super7

This is pretty cool.. Just like those Star Wars figures like we had when we were kids... Well at least us old folks.

What's Wright up to?

From the NY Post-

“I’ve made it abundantly clear that with my new role, I guess technically I’m considered front office, but I’ve also told the front office that I am very good friends with Jake and that I want it to work out for both sides because I love this organization and I love Jake, so hopefully something can come of it, but each player has to make their own individual decision,’’ Wright told The Post at First Data Field on Friday, when the Mets were hammered 15-5 by the Cardinals.
Wright wants what is best for deGrom and the Mets. That means a long-term deal for the Cy Young winner.
Wright gives general manager Brodie Van Wagenen another way to reach out to players and to understand their thoughts. It’s a smart move.
“I think the benefit that I have and I think when Brodie approached me early on about doing something like this, I was hesitant because as much as I love the game and I have so many personal relationships with the guys in that clubhouse, it was weird to me,’’ Wright told The Post. “Brodie said he would like to utilize that to our advantage, because I want to be players-first, and you having those relationships I think will help the role that I perceive with you and this team.’’
As Van Wagenen told The Post in early February about the players: “They don’t work for us,’’ he said. “We work for them, to give them every bit of effort they are giving us.’’
Wright is part of that players-first approach.
“Knowing what it’s like to play and trying to communicate that between the players and the front office, so that it really does feel like a family, I think is a benefit,’’ Wright said.
“From a player’s perspective you always want to have open lines of communication and a good relationship with the front office and I think that is something I can help portray.

Read more here.

I think this is a good role for Wright. He can still have the hanging with the team, mentoring the players, and still be around the field. Hopefully he can keep folks from getting mad at management if they are given an extension.

What's New in Citi Field?

We unveiled new promos, events and the new food items that you will get to enjoy this season at @CitiField. Check out a recap of the event. pic.twitter.com/DIAB2HFC8i

— New York Mets (@Mets) March 22, 2019

In case you guys missed these announcements yesterday.

Cleon Jones in an MLB Network Interview

The Mets Social Media team has really stepped up their game this year with the content.

Fireflies Host 4th Annual Fan Fest on March 31

Nice to see local fans of the team didn't have to start their own fan fest for the team

The Columbia Fireflies invite all fans out to Segra Park for Fan Fest on Sunday, March 31 from 2:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. Admission is free, and Fan Fest will be the first chance to see the 2019 Fireflies in action. 

 

Fan Fest 2019 will feature behind the scenes tours of the ballpark as well as post-practice run the bases for all kids. Fans can stop by the Mason Jar Team Store and shop for new Fireflies and Chicharrónesgear before the start of the season. Segra Park concession stands will be open for the duration of the event, and all concessions will be half off, including draft beer. The SCU Kids Zone will be open and free for kids in attendance, and dogs are welcome to attend the event as well.

The Fireflies Ticket Office will also be open during the event. Fans can purchase single games tickets and full or partial season ticket packages. Those who purchase season tickets will be able to head out to the seating bowl to pick their seats based on those that are available.

"Our fourth season at Segra Park is upon us," said Fireflies team president John Katz. "We are excited to welcome our community back to the ballpark to meet the team as we get things rolling with new promotions, new food and even more fun."

Fireflies players will be on hand for their first workout at Segra Park from 2:00p.m. to 4:00p.m. on March 31. The players will then sign autographs for fans from 4:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. 

Opening Day for the Columbia Fireflies is April 4 at 7:05p.m. against the Charleston RiverDogs (New York Yankees). Individual game tickets for the entire 2019 season are on sale now and can be purchasedat the Fireflies box office, over the phone at 803-726-HITS, or online at FirefliesTickets.com.

Season ticket packages are available for the 2019 season. Reserve your seats by calling the Fireflies box office at 803-726-HITS or visiting ColumbiaFireflies.com for more information. Plans start as low as $70 and include guaranteed giveaways for season ticket members.