As spring training opens, Mets owner Steve Cohen delivers a candid, revealing message about the 2026 season and his growing frustration with the franchise’s long World Series drought. He says the vibe around this year’s team feels different, more optimistic, more energized, despite major departures like Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz. But should fans buy it?

We break down Cohen’s most important comments, including his admission that missing the playoffs again would be unacceptable, why he believes sustained contention matters more than one magical run, and whether ownership truly understands what fans are feeling.

Plus, Cohen drops a bombshell on team leadership: as long as he owns the Mets, there will be NO team captain. Is that a smart clubhouse strategy or a missed opportunity for identity and accountability?

From roster turnover and offseason anxiety to the realities of building a championship team in today’s MLB, this conversation gets to the heart of where the Mets stand and where they must go next.

Is this finally the year the Mets become a perennial powerhouse… or are fans being asked to stay patient yet again?