"A big part of David Stearns' winter strategy was creating a Mets roster that wouldn't carry the PTSD of last year's second-half disintegration into the 2026 season. On paper, it was a smart play. If nothing else, Stearns' makeover would allow this group to start fresh, free of those September scars."
"Since then? Not much has gone right from an offensive standpoint, with many of the new Mets doing a worse job than the handful jettisoned by Stearns during the offseason, to varying degrees."
"Marcus Semien (0-for-15, seven strikeouts) is at the head of the class, but it's a group with low marks. Combined with Bichette and Carson Benge, those frustrated five are batting .141 (12-for-85) with 20 strikeouts in this recent span."
David Stearns focused on reshaping the Mets roster to prevent the previous season's failures from affecting the new season. Initially, the team showed promise by performing well against a top pitcher. However, offensive struggles quickly emerged, with new players underperforming significantly. The Mets scored only 12 runs in five games following their strong opener, with key newcomers failing to contribute effectively. Despite these challenges, strong pitching has kept the team's record at .500 early in the season.
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