Mets owner Cohen discusses Stearns' role ahead of Padres game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 9:29 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Steve Cohen, owner of the New York Mets, addressed the media before a game against the San Diego Padres on August 19, acknowledging the team's disappointing 2026 season. Despite the Mets being favorites for the National League East, they currently sit in last place. Cohen criticized President of Baseball Operations David Stearns for risky roster changes, mentioning the challenges of integrating new players. While supporting Stearns, who is under contract until 2028, Cohen suggested a focus on smarter, youth-oriented moves in the upcoming offseason. The Mets have also dealt with key player injuries, including Jorge Polanco, who will undergo season-ending surgery.
- •Cohen cites mistakes as contributors to a disappointing season.
- •Stearns criticized for high-risk roster changes and poor performance.
- •Mets sit in last place in the National League East.
- •Polanco will miss the rest of the season due to injury.
- •Cohen calls for smarter roster moves moving forward.
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