Tips for Supporting a Mets Fan

Devin Gordon, author of “So Many Ways to Lose: The Amazin’ True Story of the New York Mets — the Best Worst Team in Sports,” shares insights on being a fan of the New York Mets. Despite entering the 2026 season with high hopes, including significant free agent additions and one of the most expensive rosters in the league, the team has struggled. They have lost more games than they have won and are considered one of the worst teams in baseball as Memorial Day approaches.

For lifelong Mets fans like Gordon, this pattern of losing, albeit with flair and creativity, feels almost like a strange gift. The dire state of the team has prompted many in Gordon’s life to reach out with consoling texts, memes, teasing, and even questions about his mental health. Some of this comes from Yankees fans, who often express teasing that borders on mockery.

Gordon reassures his acquaintances that he’s okay, stating that being accustomed to losing is part of being a Mets fan. He offers advice to those who might be concerned about Mets fans in their lives, especially during another expected rough summer in Queens.

First and foremost, Gordon has a clear message for Yankees fans: he prefers not to hear from them, not a single word or whisper. He humorously insists that he never liked Yankees fans anyway.

Understanding and compassion can go a long way in supporting a Mets fan, and Gordon encourages those around them to reach out, engage in friendly banter without crossing into mockery, and help them navigate the ups and downs of the baseball season.