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Mets Owner Declares No Captain Under His Leadership

2/16/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Steve Cohen, owner of New York Mets, announced the team will not have a captain while he remains in charge.
During spring training, he said leadership should emerge organically from the locker room annually.
The comment ends speculation that Francisco Lindor or any player would be named captain.
The Mets have not named a captain since David Wright retired in 2018 and aim to improve after a disappointing 2025 season.

History

Historical Context

The New York Mets retired David Wright's captaincy in 2018, marking a pivotal leadership change for the team. Following a disappointing 2025 season with a 77-85 record, owner Steve Cohen's recent announcement to emphasize organic player leadership reflects a shift from traditional roles. This evolution in leadership may significantly impact team dynamics and performance in modern baseball.

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Story summary

Steve Cohen, owner of New York Mets, announced the team will not have a captain while he remains in charge.
During spring training, he said leadership should emerge organically from the locker room annually.
The comment ends speculation that Francisco Lindor or any player would be named captain.
The Mets have not named a captain since David Wright retired in 2018 and aim to improve after a disappointing 2025 season.

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