Steve Cohen: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / October 28

2025 Report Card: Steve Cohen, Owner

Age: 69 2025 net worth: $23 billion, per Forbes Steve Cohen opened the checkbook up wide last offseason, signing Juan Soto to a 15-year, $765 million contract.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / October 23

Details Emerge for Metropolitan Park Project

One of the first questions many Mets fans have about the proposed Metropolitan Park project is simple. Where will I park? The $8 billion project is planned to cover 50 acres of asphalt parking lots around Citi Field.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / October 14

Steve Cohen’s Casino Nears Reality After MGM Drops Out

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen is closer to getting his casino for the Metropolitan Park development after a surprising turn of events in New York’s bid for casino licenses.

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The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

How many of the MLB pitchers to get at least 10 strikeouts in one World Series appearance can you name in six minutes?

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / October 13

Are Mets a realistic landing spot for Kyle Tucker this offseason?

The New York Mets are no stranger to making huge splashes since Steve Cohen took over as owner. With a seemingly endless supply of money, they cannot be ruled out when it comes to signing any player in free agency.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 14

Steve Cohen has chance to lay foundation for Mets dynasty with one signing

Last offseason, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen paid $765 million for one of the game’s most prolific hitters in Juan Soto. But as it turns out, a postseason trip wasn’t included with his purchase. One move this offseason could put the Mets over the top.

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / October 10

Why the New York Mets made big changes to their coaching staff

The New York Mets' disappointing finish to 2025 brought major staff changes, with most of Carlos Mendoza's staff either getting fired or resigning at the end of the season.

New York Mets News / EssentiallySports / October 10

Days After Being Sacked, MLB Coach Sounds Alarm on Divide in Mets Clubhouse

Steve Cohen spent $765 million to win a championship. Instead, he got chaos, confusion, and one of baseball’s most amazing collapses. Not only did the New York Mets not make the playoffs, but they also fell apart, taking almost all of their coaching staff with them.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / October 3

Mets respond to historic collapse by purging coaching staff

After the Mets failed to qualify for the playoffs, it was evident that they needed to make changes in the offseason. Owner Steve Cohen has begun making those changes.

Ryan Helsley explains what went wrong during disastrous Mets tenure

What hiring Skip Schumaker as manager would mean for Rangers

Buster Posey reveals which position Giants will focus on in offseason

Astros pitcher undergoes his second Tommy John surgery

Manny Machado got heated with a reporter after season-ending loss

New York Mets News / EssentiallySports / October 3

Steve Cohen Told to Hijack NL Rival for $100M Weapon to Help Juan Soto Solve Mets’ Crisis

The Mets suffered a collapse for the ages in the second half of the season. Having signed Juan Soto on a jaw-dropping 15-year $765 million deal in the offseason, the Mets finished one win short of the playoffs after being 21 games above .500 in June.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

New York Mets News / Action Network / October 1

The Final Contenders for New York’s Casino Licenses Race Are Set

And down the stretch they come! The race for New York’s three casino licenses in the downstate area is now narrowed to the final four: Metropolitan Park

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / September 30

Cohen’s Casino Bid Clears Major Hurdle

Steve Cohen has something to celebrate. A community advisory council voted Tuesday to approve a gambling license for his $8 billion Metropolitan Park proposal, sending the project to a state board for final approval.

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The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

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New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / September 29

Mets owner Cohen issues apology to fans after failed season

Mets owner Steve Cohen issues apology to fans after failed season

How bad was the ending to the New York Mets’ season? It was bad enough that owner Steve Cohen felt the need to offer fans a public apology for it.

Mets eliminated from playoffs as humiliating collapse is complete

Mets are meant to be underdogs, not front-runners

Carlos Mendoza’s job status revealed amid Mets’ brutal collapse

The most disappointing player for every MLB team from the 2025 season

The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 29

Mets rumors: The ‘killer’ problems that must be fixed in offseason

The day after the regular season ends is prime time for finger pointing in Major League Baseball and there’s plenty of blame to go around with the New York Mets.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / September 29

Mets owner Steve Cohen issues apology to fans

After a massive second-half collapse that kept the New York Mets out of the playoffs, owner Steve Cohen issued an apology to the team's fans on Monday via social media.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / September 29

Cohen addresses Mets missing playoffs after Soto signing

Steve Cohen addresses Mets missing playoffs after Juan Soto signing

Despite landing last season's top free agent and sporting a massive payroll, the Mets suffered a nearly unthinkable collapse en route to missing out on the 2025 postseason.

Mets eliminated from playoffs as humiliating collapse is complete

Where does New York's 2025 failure rank in team history?

Pete Alonso wastes no time in making huge decision on Mets future

Juan Soto’s perfect streak comes to an end with New York’s calamity

Mets reportedly make Carlos Mendoza decision after completing collapse

Broadcast crew eviscerates team after squandering playoff position

New York Mets News / Action Network / September 19

New York Casino License Spotlight Turns to Yonkers and Queens

The competition remains fierce, but the focus of the battle for three downstate casino licenses in New York is shifting. With Manhattan out of the picture, attention moves to Yonkers and Queens, where the MGM Empire City and Steve Cohen’s Metropolitan Park proposals are generating significant interest.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 12

Steve Cohen breaks silence on New York Mets' recent skid

One reason why New York Mets owner Steve Cohen has become so beloved among his fan base is that he's always willing to speak his mind. Most other people in Cohen's position (meaning, MLB owners) typically tend to stay out of the public eye as much as possible.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 30

Steve Cohen sends 'frustrated' message about Mets brutal losing stretch

With their 12-1 defeat to the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 29, the New York Mets now hold a 48-37 on the regular season. However, those who have been following the Mets know this record doesn't come close to telling the team's current story.

New York Mets News / Action Network / March 31

Casino Plans Near Citi Field Bolstered by New Legislation Proposal

Start spreading the news. New York Mets owner Steve Cohen’s plan to build a casino hotel near Citi Field just received substantial support. State Senator John Liu plans to introduce a bill aimed at changing the classification of 50 acres of parking lots around the Mets’ home field from parkland to commercial zoning.

New York Mets News / Action Network / March 13

City Council Greenlights Steve Cohen’s Casino Plan at Citi Field

The City Council has approved New York Mets owner Steve Cohen’s ambitious plan to transform the Citi Field parking lot into a vibrant casino and entertainment complex.