May 11, 2021; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets pinch hitter Patrick Mazeika (L) is congratulated by shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) after a walk-off fielders choice during the bottom of the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
“We call ourselves the Bench Mob and we’re always ready to go,” catcher Tomás Nido told reporters back in May. One of the first priorities of new owner Steve Cohen and his front office in the offseason was to improve the depth of the New York Mets.