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“I’ll Get Myself in Trouble”: Donald Trump Takes Aim at Mets, Steve Cohen, Offers Solution Amid $328M Roster’s Failure

Donald Trump took a dig at the Mets' expensive roster before honoring the Dodgers, drawing a contrast between payroll and sustained success.

Sources (1)· Jul 24, 10:30 AM

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Essentially Sports· Jul 24, 10:30 AM“I’ll Get Myself in Trouble”: Donald Trump Takes Aim at Mets, Steve Cohen, Offers Solution Amid $328M Roster’s Failure

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Trump Picks Replacement For Mets’ Steve Cohen Amid Historic LosingPresident Donald Trump revealed his choice for a new chief executive of the New York Mets as frustrations mount.

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Mets Open to Trading Francisco Lindor as Steve Cohen Gives Up on $369 Million Roster: ReportThe Mets are reportedly listening to offers on nearly their entire roster, with Francisco Lindor no longer viewed as untouchable.

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The worrying Juan Soto reality facing Mets in another lost seasonAs part of the recruitment of Juan Soto, Steve Cohen told the lefty-hitting savant he sees winning two to four championships in their first 10 years together.

New York Post3mo agoWhole story →

The first-round challenge that awaits Mets in at MLB draftThe task awaiting Kris Gross this weekend is not unfamiliar but is nonetheless daunting: Continue to excel in bringing in young talent while operating at a disadvantage. Gross, the Mets vice president of amateur and international scouting, will be leading a draft for a club that benefits in countless ways from Steve Cohen’s wallet, but the team’s payroll…

New York Post3mo agoWhole story →

Since

Trump lawyers accuse Letitia James of hiding civil fraud case evidenceTrump's attorneys accuse New York Attorney General Letitia James of concealing evidence in the civil fraud case, citing communications with Steve Cohen.

Fox News1mo agoWhole story →

Justice Steve Cohen trump civil fraud case

“You Kicked Him Out”: Mets Owner Under Fire by MLB Analyst Over Pete Alonso’s Reception by Fans on HomecomingMets fans gave Pete Alonso a hero’s welcome, but Steve Cohen’s warm words drew sharp criticism over the team’s decision on the slugger.

Essentially Sports23d agoWhole story →

‘Mad Dog’ says Mets’ fans should ‘direct their ire’ at owner Steve CohenAlonso signed a 5-year, $155 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles last December after the Mets opted not to re-sign him in free agency.

NJ.com22d agoWhole story →

Mets are 'trash' because they're not listening to former NJ Gov Chris Christie, Stephen A Smith saysStephen A. Smith says the New York Mets are a "baseball abomination" and calls for David Stearns to be fired, urging Steve Cohen to listen to Chris Christie.

Fox News22d agoWhole story →

Did Steve Cohen join in the cheers for Pete Alonso’s 300th home run?A video appears to show Mets owner Steve Cohen standing and clapping for former star Pete Alonso’s 300th career home run at Citi Field.

New York Post21d agoWhole story →

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