BREAKING NEWS: Frustration Mounts: Mets Fans Are Already Tired of These Three Players in 2025
It’s only May, but for New York Mets fans, the 2025 season is already testing their patience. With playoff hopes hanging in the balance and early struggles compounding, three players have become focal points for frustration in Queens. While there’s still plenty of baseball left to play, these underperformers are quickly wearing out their welcome.
1. Jeff McNeil – Slumping and Stubborn
Jeff McNeil’s 2024 resurgence seems like a distant memory. Once valued for his contact hitting and versatility, McNeil has been mired in a brutal slump to start the season. His average has dipped below .220, and his inability to adjust at the plate has drawn ire from fans and analysts alike. What’s most concerning is his stubbornness at the plate—chasing pitches outside the zone and grounding into double plays at critical moments. Once a fan favorite for his gritty play and hustle, McNeil now finds himself on the wrong side of Citi Field’s chorus of boos.
2. Starling Marte – Age Catching Up
When the Mets signed Starling Marte, they envisioned a dynamic top-of-the-order presence. Instead, age and injuries seem to have caught up with the veteran outfielder. Marte’s bat has lost its pop, his speed is noticeably diminished, and his defense in right field has become a liability. At 36, he’s no longer the spark plug he once was, and Mets fans are growing weary of watching ground balls squeak past him or watching him jog down the line on routine outs. With his hefty salary, Marte has become a symbol of the front office’s aging, high-risk investments.
3. Edwin Díaz – Still Not Right
After missing all of 2023 due to a freak World Baseball Classic injury, Edwin Díaz was supposed to be the steady force at the back of the bullpen. Instead, he’s been erratic. His velocity is inconsistent, and his command has been shaky—leading to blown saves and high-leverage meltdowns that have left fans demoralized. While some still point to rust or lingering confidence issues, others believe the Mets may never see the dominant Díaz of 2022 again. With each ninth-inning implosion, the pressure on him—and the manager—continues to grow.
Conclusion
It’s early, but Mets fans are nothing if not passionate and vocal. With a demanding market and postseason aspirations, patience is running thin. If McNeil, Marte, and Díaz don’t turn things around soon, the calls for lineup changes—or trades—will only grow louder.