Mets Fans Blame Mayor Mamdani for 10-Game Losing Streak

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has become an unlikely focal point for frustrated New York Mets fans amid the team's ongoing losing streak, with some attributing the slump to a visit he made to Citi Field earlier this month. Since Mamdani hugged the team's mascots, Mr. and Mrs. Met, during a photo opportunity on April 9, the Mets have failed to secure a victory, dropping 10 straight games and falling to a 7-15 record overall.

The streak marks one of the longest in franchise history, with the team outscored 55-17 during the skid. Prior to the mayor's appearance, the Mets held a 7-5 mark and had shown promise with a potent offense. Players have expressed determination to rebound despite the frustration. "This feeling sucks. It's not a good feeling," shortstop Francisco Lindor said after the team's latest defeat. "We're professionals and we got to find a way out of it. ... Nobody here is hanging their heads. Everybody's got their heads up high, and they're fighting for each other."

Mamdani, who took office in January 2026, addressed the superstitious backlash during a press conference on April 12. "I'll say there's a lot of baseball left to be played and I am still keeping the...