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NY Mets Rumors: 3 things we learned from Steve Cohen’s press conference

By Scott Rogust

Jun 28, 2023; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets owner Steve Cohen speaks to the media during a press conference before a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 28, 2023; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets owner Steve Cohen speaks to the media during a press conference before a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /
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NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 3: Steve Cohen owner of the New York Mets on the field before a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Citi Field on June 3, 2023 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images) /

NY Mets rumors: 3 things we learned from Steve Cohen’s press conference, No. 2: Steve Cohen is looking for a president of baseball operations

While the focus of the press conference was on the 2023 New York Mets that are nowhere near close to living up to the hype. But, there were also discussions about the Mets’ future.

When it comes to the front office, general manager Billy Eppler is the man in charge. But the landscape could change soon. Steve Cohen says that he is looking for a president of baseball operations because having one person run the front office is a lot. Cohen also said that Eppler is aware of his desire to hire a president of baseball operations and that he is “supportive” of it.

One name that has been linked to the Mets president of baseball ops position for quite some time has been David Stearns. In 2019, Stearns was promoted from general manager to president of baseball operations of the Milwaukee Brewers and was one of the main individuals responsible for turning the team into a consistent playoff contender. But after last season, Stearns stepped down from his position.

It will remain to be seen if Stearns landing with the Mets will be a reality. Either way, Cohen plans on hiring someone for a president of baseball operations position.

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