OMG, Grimace and a playoff pumpkin: Close-knit Mets ride camaraderie and good-luck charms into NLCS
From their playoff pumpkin to the purple Grimace seat and that catchy pop song by infielder Jose Iglesias, the merry New York Mets are riding a wave of good-luck charms and infectious camaraderie to unexpected October success
By MIKE FITZPATRICK
Published - Oct 10, 2024, 05:09 PM ET
Last Updated - Dec 16, 2024, 06:26 PM EST
NEW YORK (AP) — OMG! Look who’s headed to the National League Championship Series.
From their playoff pumpkin to the purple Grimace seat and that catchy pop song by infielder Jose Iglesias, the merry New York Mets are riding a wave of good-luck charms and infectious camaraderie to unexpected October success.
“Through all the craziness, madness, and ups and downs, this game is, at the end of the day, it’s supposed to be fun,” first baseman Pete Alonso said. “What’s the point if you’re not having fun? That’s a part of the culture here.
"We’re not afraid to embrace the fun part of the game. It’s not just business. The game is a lot more than just trying to win or lose. You’re trying to enjoy the ride with the group that you’re with.”
