Stephen A. Smith storms off 'First Take' after criticizing Mets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:46 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
On September 16, Stephen A. Smith left the set of ESPN's 'First Take' following a critical segment about the New York Mets. His comments came after the Mets suffered an embarrassing defeat to the Baltimore Orioles, which resulted in their mathematical elimination from postseason contention. Smith voiced his strong disapproval of the team's management on air, calling the franchise 'trash' and urging former Governor Chris Christie to disassociate from the team. Smith's exit added to the theatrics of the segment as tensions surrounding the Mets' performance escalate.
- •Mets lost to Orioles on September 14, eliminated from playoffs.
- •Smith criticized Mets management and called them 'trash.'
- •Former Governor Christie consulted for the Mets.
- •Smith's dramatic exit occurred during 'First Take.'
- •Mets sit at the bottom of the NL East standings.
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"Stephen A. Smith's theatrics were at an all-time high after ripping into the New York Mets on ESPN 'First Take.'
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