Mets fans also have fans in the team's manager.
Carlos Mendoza spent six seasons as Yankees coach, spending six seasons immersed in Bronx culture and has come to understand Queens' fan base over the past year.
So how does Mendoza feel about Mets fans?
“I love [them]'' Mendoza said Wednesday before the Mets defeated the Phillies with a 4-1 victory in Game 4 of the National League at Citi Field. “They're intense. They live and die on every pitch, every play, every game. They feel it as much as we do and want it as much as we want it. I think that's a privilege, man.
Much of Mendoza's gratitude stems from the support the Mets received during the regular-season stretch run and the tense atmosphere during Game 3 of the National League.
“When you look at this building, you can see what it was like back then. [Tuesday] But for the past month or so, it’s come from their hearts,” Mendoza said. “We feel like a family not only inside the building, but also outside. Francisco Lindor calls them 'Mets Nation.' they are amazing
“It's an honor to not only manage this team, but to be able to connect with the fan base. It's hard to explain. I honestly couldn't ask for a better fan base.”
Jeff McNeil is scheduled to play in the Arizona Fall League on Friday and Saturday.
The utility man, who is rehabbing a fractured right wrist, will likely be added to the NLCS roster if his stint in Arizona is successful.
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McNeil would normally have headed to Port St. Lucie for the simulation game, but with Hurricane Milton wreaking havoc on the state of Florida, that option was not available.
With the series ending on Wednesday, the Mets have plenty of options to adjust their rotation for the NLCS, as Luis Severino and Sean Manaea will be fully rested.
Mendoza will also give Kodai Senga a couple of starts and give David Peterson plenty of rest from the bullpen if he decides to use Peterson in a piggyback role.
The Mets will probably be glad that the winning team will need less rest before hosting Game 1 on Sunday, with a fifth game needed between the Dodgers and Padres to decide the series.
