The New York Mets might have boasted one of baseball’s top offenses in 2025, but that hasn’t stopped owner Steven Cohen and president of baseball operations David Stearns from tearing things down to build something sharper. Their 112 wRC+ ranked fifth among all MLB teams, yet behind the scenes, the organization saw room to grow—particularly when it comes to the philosophies guiding their hitters.

A changing leadership core

This offseason marks the start of a new chapter for the Mets’ coaching infrastructure. Manager Carlos Mendoza is staying put, but much of the staff around him will look very different in 2026. John Gibbons is out as bench coach, replaced by Kai Correa, who brings a reputation for preparation and calm leadership. More significantly, Jeff Albert, the former Cardinals and

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