This is David Stearns’ first true Mets team; 2026 is on him

This is the first time the New York Mets truly reflect president of baseball operations David Stearns' vision, which means the success — or failure — of this roster falls squarely on his shoulders now and in perpetuity, as long as he holds this job. The 2026 Mets have undergone their most significant changes of the Steve Cohen era. Franchise cornerstones in home run king Pete Alonso, long-time outfielder Brandon Nimmo, and superstar closer Brandon Nimmo are gone. So is Jeff McNeil, and perceived veteran clubhouse leader Starling Marte. The starting rotation, which crashed and burned spectacularly last season,...