Surviving as a Mets Fan Amid Another Tough Season

Devin Gordon, known for his book “So Many Ways to Lose: The Amazin’ True Story of the New York Mets — the Best Worst Team in Sports,” has once again found himself navigating the familiar territory of disappointment. As a longtime fan, he humorously reflects on the Mets’ current season woes.

The 2026 Mets began with high hopes due to their expensive roster and significant free agent acquisitions. Yet, as Memorial Day approaches and the season’s one-third mark passes, the team has stumbled significantly. Despite having the league’s second-most expensive roster, Mets fans face another disheartening season.

For Gordon, this state of affairs has inspired a flood of sympathetic outreach from friends and acquaintances. These gestures range from consoling texts to memes and teasing from Yankees fans, sometimes bordering on mockery and pity. Often, these come packaged with inquiries about his mental well-being and strategies for coping.

His advice for fellow Mets fans surrounded by similar gestures is straightforward. First, Yankees fans need not apply; he suggests avoiding contact altogether. Gordon’s advice acknowledges the frustrating and long-standing rivalry between the two teams’ supporters.

Gordon offers insight into how to support a Mets fan during this challenging season. For those looking to assist, he suggests reaching out with genuine understanding and empathy. Celebrating small victories and sharing in the camaraderie of sports fandom can help ease the burden of yet another rough baseball summer in Queens.