"This guy needs to humble himself": Mets fans blast David Stearns for saying 'our fanbase wants us to sign everyone'

Mets fans are expressing their discontent after David Stearns, the team’s President of Baseball Operations, commented on the fanbase’s desire for the organization to make significant offseason signings. In an interview on SNY, Stearns acknowledged the fanbase’s high expectations and passion for improvement, emphasizing the need for strategic acquisitions.

However, Mets supporters took issue with Stearn’s response, interpreting it as dismissive of their eagerness for big-name signings. Social media buzzed with criticism, with many fans expressing a sentiment that Stearns needed to "humble himself" and prioritize the immediate needs of the team:

"This guy needs to humble himself, he did nothing to make this team better." - Posted one angry fan.

Stearns defended the New York Mets’ cautious approach to signings, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful and strategic acquisitions. Despite the addition of pitchers Luis Severino, Sean Manaea, and Adrian Houser, Stearns acknowledged ongoing efforts to bolster the bullpen but remained noncommittal about adding a significant offensive bat, even with uncertainties surrounding Ronny Mauricio’s absence for the 2024 season.

New York Mets find themselves in dire need of signings to fortify their current roster

While Mets’ faithful appreciate Stearns’ focus on developing young talent within the organization, they argue that there’s a pressing need to address immediate gaps in the roster. The call for a more assertive stance in free agency echoes the sentiment that the Mets, with their passionate fanbase, should be aggressive in pursuing top-tier talent to compete in a highly competitive division:

"We don’t love that you’re punting 2024." - Posted another fan.

As the Mets approach the start of the MLB season, Stearns’ comments have intensified the debate between fans and front office strategies, with the former demanding a more ambitious approach to strengthening the team’s chances for success in the upcoming season. The tension between fan expectations and organizational decision-making adds an extra layer of scrutiny as the Mets look to solidify their roster for the challenges ahead.