Al Cintron: The Mets bats are brutal and unwatchable again in LA

WFAN: On-Demand15mApril 14, 2026

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Al Cintron delivers a scathing critique of the New York Mets' offensive performance during a six-game losing streak, calling the team 'unwatchable' and 'pathetic' due to their inability to score runs. Despite decent pitching, the Mets have managed only nine runs across 20 innings without scoring, with key players like Ryan McMahon going 0-91 and Francisco Lindor showing no offensive spark. Cintron emphasizes that the team’s struggles aren’t due to pitching but a complete offensive collapse, highlighting lack of energy, poor at-bats, and a failure to capitalize on scoring opportunities. He argues that even with strong outings from pitchers like Nolan McLean, the Mets will likely lose 1-0 games due to their ineptitude at the plate. The episode ends with a grim outlook, suggesting the team may not turn things around unless someone—players or manager—steps up to ignite the offense, and warns that the next homestand could see managerial changes if the slump continues.

Key Takeaways
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The Mets have scored only nine runs in six consecutive losses, averaging just 1.5 runs per game.

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The team is 0-91 as a unit in the last six games, with Ryan McMahon going 0-91 at the plate.

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Despite strong pitching, the Mets are losing because they can't score, making games feel over before they begin.

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The offense is described as 'non-competitive' and 'lifeless,' with no energy or spark from any player.

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The team’s payroll of $370–$380 million makes their offensive futility even more embarrassing.

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The Mets' Offensive Collapse: Unwatchable and Disgusting

This team is unwatchable. And I don't care if it was Tom Seaver pitching, Doc Goodness prime pitching, Prime DeGrom pitching. The Mets were not winning any of these games because they can't score any damn runs.

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Pitching Isn't the Problem—The Offense Is

Cintron shifts focus to the pitching staff, acknowledging it's been solid, but argues that the team’s inability to score is the real issue. He cites specific examples like Peterson’s early exit and McLean’s potential nine-inning gem being wasted.

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5 min

The Future Looks Bleak: No Spark, No Hope

This team looks flat. This team has no energy. None. And it's sad to watch. And right now, people like myself will believe that, hey, this team can win 90-something games, win a division. Right now we all look foolish.

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This team is unwatchable. And I don't care if it was Tom Seaver pitching, Doc Goodness prime pitching, Prime DeGrom pitching. The Mets were not winning any of these games because they can't score any damn runs.
Al Cintron1:12
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Nine runs during this losing streak. Nine. That's disgusting. Awful baseball.
Al Cintron13:50
Viral: 85.0
The Mets have gone 20 innings without scoring a damn run. 20.
Al Cintron5:42
Viral: 80.0
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Mets Offensive Struggles95%Pitching vs. Offense Balance88%Managerial Accountability80%Fan Disillusionment75%Team Morale and Energy72%Payroll vs. Performance70%Player Performance Analysis65%Future Outlook and Rebuilding60%
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