It’s vital to drill down on why Stearns has struggled in free agency. Sources point to a few key reasons.

“A 4-for-4 today doesn’t translate to 2027,” manager Andy Green said. “But the mindset does.”

If a lockout occurs, 60 games — roughly the end of May, by the expected MLB schedule — will bring perhaps the most crucial leverage point.

Green embraces the challenge of getting the Mets back to the postseason, and he expects his players to do the same.

Even before moving to the dugout, Green had strong relationships with the Mets’ younger players, including Carson Benge and Nolan McLean.

Rose’s 40-year run with the Mets ends Sunday, but he will be rembered for elevating sports calls into high art.

"I know how fans feel about him. They've made it very clear the last couple of days," a notably terse Andy Green said.

Alonso smashed his milestone home run in dramatic fashion, tying the game with one out in the ninth inning.

Alonso received a hero's welcome back at Citi Field. The "Fire Stearns" chants that followed said just as much