Manager Buck Showalter has informed reporters that he will not be returning as the team’s manager in 2024.

Mike Puma’s tweet, however, might shed a bit more light on what would’ve happened if he’d not have done so.

While Showalter managed to become a fan favorite, not only standing up for his players against other teams after being drilled continuously, but also against the MLB when it seemed as if the Mets were the only ones punished.

However, in my perspective the move makes sense. With a wave of new youngsters working to break the barrier and make the team in the next three years, the team needs to a new face to head the franchise.

If there’s no way of Buck continuing after this contract is over, then it’s time to move on. No hard feelings, thank you, and good luck.