What's left to say? A real nightmare. It all started with Alonso's errant throw to Senga covering first and pulling his hammy. Torrents of bad karma were unleashed. The Mets and us are being punished for sins we committed in our previous lives. What other explanation can there be? I say we resign Wheeler and rescind the Crow-Armstrong trade.
Let’s just say what Mets fans are thinking: Mark Vientos is not the answer. He’s not even the question. After years of being billed as part of the next wave of homegrown talent, Vientos has become more of a cautionary tale than a cornerstone. If the Mets are serious about turning this season around, cutting bait on Vientos via trade is long overdue.
⚾ 1. He's Still Minor League Material
Despite all the hype, Vientos has consistently looked more comfortable in Syracuse than Queens. His swing mechanics haven’t evolved, and the league has clearly figured him out. Pitchers bait him with off-speed pitches low and away, and like clockwork, he chases. Every. Single. Time. This isn’t just a slump—it’s a scouting report come to life.
💣 2. He Kills Rallies, Not Pitches
Vientos is supposed to bring power to the lineup, but more often than not, he's a rally extinguisher. He’s left more ducks on the pond than a hunting ban. RISP? Forget it. His situational awareness is MIA. When the Mets need a spark, he offers a whiff. The offense is already underperforming—how much longer can they afford to carry a hole in the lineup?
🏥 3. He's Injury-Prone and Unreliable
Durability matters. This team is already reeling from rotation injuries, and the last thing it needs is a position player who can’t stay on the field. Vientos just returned from injury and immediately went 1-for-13 in a pivotal series. You want your players to be difference-makers. He’s been an invisible man.
💭 4. He Represents the Flawed “Patience” Narrative
Vientos is the poster boy for the Mets’ tendency to cling to potential over performance. The Mets have spent too long hoping their struggling prospects would magically blossom. But at some point, patience becomes passivity. Clinging to underperformers like Vientos is how you stay in third place with a bloated payroll.
📦 5. Trade Him While He Has Some Value
There are always teams out there who think they can "fix" a former top prospect. Vientos still has minor league options, some raw power, and a cheap contract — that’s just enough to make him a lottery ticket in the right package. Pair him with a bullpen arm or a prospect and flip him for a mid-tier reliever or a bench bat who can actually help now.
Bottom Line
The Mets are in crisis mode, but they’re not doomed — yet. What they are, however, is stuck with a roster that includes a guy like Mark Vientos, who simply hasn’t delivered at the major league level. If they’re serious about contending, or even just competing, it's time to stop waiting for Vientos to become something he's not.
Move him now, or keep watching the season slip away one strikeout at a time.
Less chance for Alonso to get the big contract, as he looks more and more like "Bad Pete" from last year. Tough that Minter went down, but Raley will be here soon! Still have faith in Vientos (also hope?). "Old McNeil" is back, as is "Old Soto"! Manaea and Senga need to come back asap!
There seems to be a lot of holes in the dam, and each person on the roster is accountable to plug the leaks! As Bill Parcells said, It's the man in the mirror!
I'm thinking I needed this day off as much as the team
omg
What's left to say? A real nightmare. It all started with Alonso's errant throw to Senga covering first and pulling his hammy. Torrents of bad karma were unleashed. The Mets and us are being punished for sins we committed in our previous lives. What other explanation can there be? I say we resign Wheeler and rescind the Crow-Armstrong trade.
What a nightmare indeed. I feel like the demons from hell have been unleashed on us.
It’s Time to Move On from Mark Vientos
Let’s just say what Mets fans are thinking: Mark Vientos is not the answer. He’s not even the question. After years of being billed as part of the next wave of homegrown talent, Vientos has become more of a cautionary tale than a cornerstone. If the Mets are serious about turning this season around, cutting bait on Vientos via trade is long overdue.
⚾ 1. He's Still Minor League Material
Despite all the hype, Vientos has consistently looked more comfortable in Syracuse than Queens. His swing mechanics haven’t evolved, and the league has clearly figured him out. Pitchers bait him with off-speed pitches low and away, and like clockwork, he chases. Every. Single. Time. This isn’t just a slump—it’s a scouting report come to life.
💣 2. He Kills Rallies, Not Pitches
Vientos is supposed to bring power to the lineup, but more often than not, he's a rally extinguisher. He’s left more ducks on the pond than a hunting ban. RISP? Forget it. His situational awareness is MIA. When the Mets need a spark, he offers a whiff. The offense is already underperforming—how much longer can they afford to carry a hole in the lineup?
🏥 3. He's Injury-Prone and Unreliable
Durability matters. This team is already reeling from rotation injuries, and the last thing it needs is a position player who can’t stay on the field. Vientos just returned from injury and immediately went 1-for-13 in a pivotal series. You want your players to be difference-makers. He’s been an invisible man.
💭 4. He Represents the Flawed “Patience” Narrative
Vientos is the poster boy for the Mets’ tendency to cling to potential over performance. The Mets have spent too long hoping their struggling prospects would magically blossom. But at some point, patience becomes passivity. Clinging to underperformers like Vientos is how you stay in third place with a bloated payroll.
📦 5. Trade Him While He Has Some Value
There are always teams out there who think they can "fix" a former top prospect. Vientos still has minor league options, some raw power, and a cheap contract — that’s just enough to make him a lottery ticket in the right package. Pair him with a bullpen arm or a prospect and flip him for a mid-tier reliever or a bench bat who can actually help now.
Bottom Line
The Mets are in crisis mode, but they’re not doomed — yet. What they are, however, is stuck with a roster that includes a guy like Mark Vientos, who simply hasn’t delivered at the major league level. If they’re serious about contending, or even just competing, it's time to stop waiting for Vientos to become something he's not.
Move him now, or keep watching the season slip away one strikeout at a time.
Less chance for Alonso to get the big contract, as he looks more and more like "Bad Pete" from last year. Tough that Minter went down, but Raley will be here soon! Still have faith in Vientos (also hope?). "Old McNeil" is back, as is "Old Soto"! Manaea and Senga need to come back asap!
There seems to be a lot of holes in the dam, and each person on the roster is accountable to plug the leaks! As Bill Parcells said, It's the man in the mirror!
Lo de ayer fue una absoluta vergüenza. Eso sí, Alonso ha dicho que la reunión "solo para jugadores" fue productiva. Claro, salta a la vista...