Queen Baseball Convention: Past Panels and QBC TV

 

QBC Panels with some former and current Mets players- Strawberry, Nimmo, Hernandez, Gooden, Reyes, and more.

QueensBaseballConvention.com. QBC 2025 will be in December. Stand by for the date and location.

New York Mets Fanatics Nostalgia Stadium Slub T-Shirt - Cream

 

Description

Step up to the plate with a timeless tribute to your New York Mets. This Nostalgia Stadium Slub T-Shirt captures the essence of game day with its classic design and comfortable feel. The lightweight slub fabric offers a unique texture and a vintage-inspired look, perfect for showcasing your team pride. Featuring fashionable screen print graphics, this Fanatics tee is a must-have for any dedicated fan.

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Brandon Nimmo New York Mets Autographed Fanatics Authentic Marucci Game Model Bat with Mutiple Inscriptions - Limited Edition #1/10

 

Description

Elevate your collection of New York Mets memorabilia with this Brandon Nimmo autographed Marucci Game Model Bat. It features eye-catching details and a distinct signature from the star outfielder. Against the Washington Nationals on April 28, 2025, Nimmo tied a Mets record with 9 RBI. His inscriptions highlight this incredible accomplishment that included a grand slam. Obtained under the auspices of Major League Baseball, this limited-edition collectible includes an individually numbered, tamper-evident hologram that can be verified online to certify authenticity.

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NEW YORK METS TO HOST THE BEATLES NIGHT AT CITI FIELD

 

NEW YORK METS TO HOST THE BEATLES NIGHT AT CITI FIELD

 

FLUSHING, N.Y., August 7, 2025 – The New York Mets will host The Beatles Night at Citi Field on Friday, August 15 when they take on the Seattle Mariners at 7:10 p.m., commemorating the 60^th anniversary of The Beatles performance at Shea Stadium on August 15, 1965. The first 15,000 fans in attendance will receive an exclusive Shea Stadium replica.

 

Throughout the night, programming within the ballpark will focus on The Beatles, creating a full-themed evening at Citi Field. Prior to first pitch, there will be a special performance by tribute band, 1964 The Tribute, in front of the Shea Bridge beginning at 6:15 p.m.

 

Additionally, as part of the commemoration, members of the gameday staff who worked at The Beatles concert at Shea in 1965 will throw out the first pitch.

 

Following the conclusion of the game, fans are invited to stay for a spectacular The Beatles themed fireworks show that will light up the sky.

 

For more information on The Beatles Night and to purchase tickets, please visit Mets.com/TheBeatlesNight.

Jonah Tong autographed ball

 

Description

Commemorate one of the New York Mets top prospects with this Jonah Tong autographed Baseball. It features the unique signature from the team's electric phenom, Jonah Tong, to make it the perfect memorabilia piece. Obtained under the auspices of the Major League Baseball Authentication Program, this collectible can be verified by its numbered hologram at MLB.com.

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All I have to say is wow to the basic basic BASSSIIIC auto.

AMAZIN’ METS FOUNDATION AWARDS THIRD ANNUAL LEGACY AWARD TO SARAH LANGS

 

AMAZIN’ METS FOUNDATION AWARDS THIRD ANNUAL LEGACY AWARD TO SARAH LANGS

 

WHAT:            The Amazin’ Mets Foundation, led by Foundation President and Mets Owner Alex Cohen, will award the third annual Amazin’ Mets Foundation Legacy Award to Sarah Langs in a pregame ceremony on August 6.The Amazin’ Mets Foundation Legacy Award celebrates the people and organizations in the baseball community that are making a difference and driving impactful change, on and off the field.

 

Sarah Langs is not only a brilliant baseball mind, with her vast knowledge of the game as a statistical analyst, but she is a powerful voice and a relentless advocate. In her fight with ALS, Sarah has raised awareness and inspired countless others throughout the baseball community.

 

Sarah has reminded us that baseball is more than stats and scores, it’s about resilience, community, and lifting each other up. Simply put, in her iconic motto, baseball is the best. Sarah embodies everything the AMF Legacy Award stands for – courage, passion, and a commitment to making baseball better for everyone.

 

The Amazin’ Mets Foundation’s inaugural Legacy Award honored Maybelle Blair, a champion for women’s baseball, in 2023 and the Warriors Amputee Baseball Team in 2024. Since its inception in 2021, the Amazin’ Mets Foundation has funded over $17 million in grants to more than 200 organizations in the community, including the communities surrounding affiliate teams.

 

Pete Alonso Signed Jersey

I was lucky enough last night to be invited as a guest by Coach’s Collectibles to go to the Pete and Chaldea Alonso Foundation’s Movie Night Charity event. I wanted to help out with a donation and wanted to grab something cool at the same time. I picked this jersey up. 

It was a fun night last night, quite a few Mets players were there and they gave out some signed baseballs to the kids in the crowd.

Very fun event.

 

QBCMerchstand.com: MR QBC NEON Unisex T-Shirt

 

Introducing our MR QBC Neon unisex softstyle t-shirt, the perfect blend of comfort and style. This lightweight tee exudes a casual yet chic vibe, making it an essential addition to any wardrobe. Whether you’re lounging at home, running errands, or heading out with friends, this t-shirt fits seamlessly into your lifestyle, allowing you to express your individuality.

You can buy yours here. Prices start at $24.99

Darryl Strawberry New York Mets Autographed 1984 Topps #182 Beckett Fanatics Witnessed Authenticated 9/10 Rookie Card with "83 ROY" Inscription

 

Description

This Darryl Strawberry autographed 1984 Topps #182 Beckett Fanatics Witnessed Authenticated 9/10 Rookie Card with "83 ROY" Inscription is ready to help you display your New York Mets fandom. Encapsulated in a tamper-proof acrylic case for preservation, this striking card also showcases the unique signature of Darryl Strawberry to make it the ultimate collector's item.

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Brandon Nimmo New York Mets Autographed Fanatics Authentic 16" x 20" Mets Record 9 RBI Game Photograph with Multiple Inscriptions - Limited Edition #10/10

 

Description

Elevate your collection of New York Mets memorabilia with this Brandon Nimmo autographed 16" x 20" Mets Record 9 RBI Game Photograph. It features an eye-catching image of the star outfielder and his distinct signature. Against the Washington Nationals on April 28, 2025, Nimmo tied a Mets record with 9 RBI. His inscriptions highlight this incredible accomplishment that included a grand slam. Obtained under the auspices of Major League Baseball, this limited-edition collectible includes an individually numbered, tamper-evident hologram that can be verified online to certify authenticity.

Men's New York Mets New Era Royal/Orange 2025 MLB Diamond Hero Edition Low Profile 59FIFTY Fitted Hat

 

Description

Show your support for your favorite MLB team with this New York Mets 2025 MLB Diamond Hero Edition Low Profile 59FIFTY Fitted Hat. This New Era cap features embroidered graphics with raised details and a contrast-color undervisor that will catch everyone's eye. The low-profile crown and structured fit provide a comfortable feel, and the six panels with eyelets offer breathability. Grab this spirited accessory before heading to the next New York Mets game and let everyone know you're a die-hard fan.

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METS ACQUIRE RHP TYLER ROGERS

 

METS ACQUIRE RHP TYLER ROGERS 

 

FLUSHING, N.Y., July 30, 2025 – The New York Mets announced that they have acquired RHP Tyler Rogers from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for RHP José Buttó, RHP Blade Tidwell and OF Drew Gilbert. 

 

Rogers, 34, has made a Major League-high-tying 53 appearances this season for Giants, posting a 1.80 ERA (10 ER/50.0 IP) with four walks and 38 strikeouts. In the majors this season, Rogers ranks third with a 2.1% walk rate, fifth with a 64.4% ground ball rate and 12^th with a 0.86 WHIP (min. 100 batters faced).  Additionally, Rogers’ 20 holds are tied for the ninth-most in the majors. 

 

Since 2020, Rogers leads the majors in appearances (375), innings in relief (379.0) and holds (138). Rogers led the National League in relief appearances in 2020 (29), 2021 (80) and 2024 (77), and also led the NL in holds in 2023 (30).  

 

In parts of seven seasons with the Giants, Rogers has posted a 26-20 record with a 2.79 ERA (123 ER/369.2 IP), 74 walks and 296 strikeouts across 392 appearances. His 143 career holds are the most in Giants history while his 392 appearances are the 12^th-most in franchise history since the team relocated to San Francisco in 1958. He was originally drafted by San Francisco in the 10^th round of the 2013 First-Year Player Draft out of Austin Peay State University. 

 

Buttó, 27, has appeared in 34 games this season for the Mets and has pitched to a 3.64 ERA (19 ER/47.0 IP) with 41 strikeouts and 22 walks. In parts of four seasons, all with New York, the right-hander has appeared in 74 career Major League games (15 starts) and has gone 11-9 with a 3.45 ERA (64 ER/167.0 IP). He was originally signed by the Mets as a non-drafted free agent on June 2, 2017. 

 

Tidwell, 24, has appeared in four Major League games (two starts) this season and has allowed 15 earned runs across 15.0 innings. The 6-4, 207-pounder made his Major League debut on May 4, 2025 at St. Louis in the first game of a doubleheader. Across 73 career Minor League outings (66 starts), Tidwell has pitched to a 4.13 ERA (150 ER/326.2 IP) with 166 walks and 372 strikeouts. This season, he has gone 6-4 with a 4.10 ERA (36 ER/79.0 IP) in 17 games (14 starts) with Triple-A Syracuse. He was originally drafted by the Mets in the second round of the 2022 First-Year Player Draft out of the University of Tennessee. 

 

Gilbert, 24, has played in 82 games with Triple-A Syracuse this season and has a .243/.347/.430 (74-305) slash line with 12 home runs, 17 doubles, two triples, 47 RBI, 45 runs and 41 walks. The left-handed hitter was acquired by the Mets along with INF/OF Ryan Clifford from Houston in exchange for RHP Justin Verlander on August 1, 2023. In 276 career Minor League games, Gilbert has posted an .809 OPS. The St. Paul, MN native was drafted by the Astros in the first round (28^th overall) of the 2022 First-Year Player Draft out of the University of Tennessee. 

 

Mets Autos: Matt and Jeff Hardy

 

Grabbed these from the Mets Amazin’ Memorabilia auction from when Matt and Jeff Hardy were at Citi Field with Brian Myers and other TNA wrestlers promoting Slammiversary.

Coach’s Comlectibles Pete Alonso Signing this Saturday

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Pete Crow-Armstrong New York Mets Autographed 2021 Bowman Chrome Mega Box #BMA-PC SGC Authenticated 9/10 Card

 

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This Pete Crow-Armstrong autographed 2021 Bowman Chrome Mega Box #BMA-PC SGC Authenticated 9/10 Card is ready to help you display your New York Mets fandom. Encapsulated in a tamper-proof acrylic case for preservation, this striking card also showcases the unique signature of Pete Crow-Armstrong to make it the ultimate collector's item.

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I posted this because I know it will irk some Mets fans off.

New York Mets '47 Back Canyon Franklin T-Shirt

 

 Show your New York Mets pride with this '47 Back Canyon Franklin T-Shirt. Crafted from garment-washed fabric, this tee offers a lived-in look and feel that's perfect for everyday wear. The distressed graphics on the left chest and back add a vintage aesthetic, showcasing your New York Mets fandom in a stylish way.

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Queens Baseball Convention Panels and Shows

 

QBC Panels with some former and current Mets players- Strawberry, Nimmo, Hernandez, Gooden, Reyes, and more.

Pete Alonso New York Mets 2023 Topps Diamond Icons Game Used Cleat Relic #PPR-PA #5/10 Card

 

This Pete Alonso 2023 Topps Diamond Icons Game Used Cleat Relic #PPR-PA #5/10 Card is ready to help you display your New York Mets fandom. Encapsulated in a magnetic acrylic case for preservation, this striking card also showcases Pete Alonso across the front to make it the ultimate collector's item.

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NEW YORK METS TO HOST BATTLE OF THE BADGES ON AUGUST 17

 

NEW YORK METS TO HOST BATTLE OF THE BADGES ON

AUGUST 17

The NYPD vs. FDNY annual charity baseball game presented by Your Local Ford Stores will take place at Citi Field

 

Video: Click here for video

 

FLUSHING, N.Y., July 25, 2025 – The New York Mets will host Battle of the Badges, presented by Your Local Ford Stores, at Citi Field on Sunday, August 17 at 4:10 p.m.The NYPD vs. FDNY annual charity baseball game will feature teams consisting of former high school, college and minor league baseball players who now protect and serve the local community as members of New York’s Finest and New York’s Bravest.

 

Mets Hall of Famer, former Captain and seven-time All-Star David Wright will be returning as the host of the game and will honor a NYPD and FDNY hero prior to the game.

 

“The Battle of the Badges game is one my favorite days of the year. Growing up in a Police Household, I quickly learned that the true heroes in the community are the police officers and firefighters that put their lives on the line to keep us safe,” said Wright. “While most of us would run away from trouble, First Responders run towards it. The Battle of the Badges game is a great reminder to thank First Responders for their bravery, service and commitment to their communities. I hope to see you there.”

 

Tickets are $20 with a portion of the ticket sales benefiting local FDNY and NYPD charities.

 

“The Mets are delighted to help give back to local charities by hosting the Battle of the Badges for the fourth straight year,” said Mets Senior Director of Community, Inclusion and Player Relations Donovan Mitchell. “It’s been an honor to support those who protect and serve with such a memorable event.”

 

Last year FDNY defeated NYPD, 5-1 to give New York’s Bravest their second straight win and a 14-12 advantage over New York’s Finest in the historic battle.

 

Fans can purchase tickets to this game by visitingMets.com/BattleOfTheBadges.

Coach's Collectible David Wright Items!!!

 Coack's Collectibles have some great David Wright items up for sale right now. You can grab them here.

Collect Major teams up with MLB

 

If you are of a certain age, you remember the LJN WWF Figures that came out on the 1980s. You had Hulk Hogan, Rowdy Roddy Piper, Mr. Fuji, and of course the Macho Man Randy Savage. A few years back the fellas over at CollectMajor.com created figured paying homage to that style. They created Big Rubber Guys! This toy line has helped fill in the missing pieces of who never got a figure from that timeline and even added to it with some wrestling stars from today like Danhausen and All Ego Ethan Page. Of course the Founders of the line have had figures themselves put into the line, at first as proof of concept. They are even partnered with All Elite Wrestling with some great figures announced today for preorder from AEW at ShopAEW.com.

Why am I talking about all this when this is primarily a baseball fan advocacy blog? Major Collect has a licensing deal with MLB to make Big Rubber Guys! And guess who is leading it off?

Mr Met! Also is his arch rival The Phillie Phanatic. And not to mention the Cincinnati Reds Mach Man Randy Savage who was drafted by the Reds to play baseball. More details coming soon.

Great job here by under Mets Fan Brian Myers, The Indie God Matt Cardona, and Mike Kanik.

Mr Met WWE Night “Yeet” Bobblehead

 

This was a fun ticket package giveaway. I wanted to start off talking about how organized and how good the redemption team was with this promotion. Chris Brown I’m giving a big shout out to you and your team for this. I’ll talk about this in the next few paragraphs.

To get this special WWE Night BOBBLEHEAD, you had to buy a ticket package that included Mr “Yeet” Met. This wasn’t given out to the first 15000 fans but to those who purchased the tickets for the special sections. When you got your digital ticket it told you that you had to use the QR Code to redeem it over near section 129 by the Group Redemption area. I expected to see a long line and just a few folks working the kiosk. NOPE! That’s not what I saw Mets Executive Chris Brown,who I have known for years looking at the tickets to make sure no one who didn’t purchase a WWE night package  mistakenly got a BOBBLEHEAD and also directing traffic to multiple tables, yes I said multiple tables. There was no real line up at the time when I went and it I watched for a few mins to see how every thing just flowed so well. Again Chris and team, great job there.

Oh yeah, the bobble head and the skits that Tiffany Stratton and Nia Jax were in were pretty fun too!

Pete Alonso New York Mets Autographed 2019 Topps Update 150th Anniversary Commemorative Relic #AMP-PA Beckett Fanatics Witnessed Authenticated Rookie Card

 

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This Pete Alonso autographed 2019 Topps Update 150th Anniversary Commemorative Relic #AMP-PA Beckett Fanatics Witnessed Authenticated Rookie Card is ready to help you display your New York Mets fandom. Encapsulated in a tamper-proof acrylic case for preservation, this striking card also showcases the unique signature of Pete Alonso to make it the ultimate collector's item.

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David Wright Talks Number Retirement on MLB Network

MLB STORE IN MANHATTAN: David Wright Number Retired Merch

 

The Inaugural TNA SLAMMing Softball Classic Puts TNA Wrestling Stars is today.

  If you can't make the David Wright number retirement ceremony, you should hit this.

The Inaugural TNA SLAMMing Softball Classic Puts TNA Wrestling Stars On The Field For Charity Softball Game On Saturday, July 19

 

Jeff & Matt Hardy, Joe Hendry, Nic Nemeth, Steve Maclin, Mustafa Ali, AJ Francis and Tessa Blanchard Among TNA Stars Taking The Field in TNA’s First-Ever Softball Game

 

 

The Stars of TNA Wrestling unite on the softball field for the inaugural TNA SLAMMing Softball Classic, challenging the Coaching Staff of the Merrick Bellmore Little League Association in New York. The 7-inning game to benefit the Merrick Bellmore Little League will be held on Saturday, July 19, at Calhoun High School in Merrick, New York.

 

The first pitch is scheduled for 5 p.m.

 

Frankie Kazarian and Brian Myers have been named the TNA Coaches for the game, which will include appearances by most of the TNA roster the night before Slammiversary, which is Sunday, July 20, at the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York.

 

The TNA softball roster is loaded, including Jeff & Matt Hardy, Joe Hendry, Eddie Edwards, Nic Nemeth, Ryan Nemeth, A.J. Francis, Mustafa Ali, Zachary Wentz, Trey Miguel, Jason Hotch and John Skyler, among others. In addition, TNA will be represented on the diamond by Tessa Blanchard, Xia Brookside, Alisha Edwards, Ash By Elegance and Heather By Elegance, among others.

 

Admission to the softball game is $20 and all proceeds will be donated to the Merrick Bellmore Little League.

 

After the game, many of the TNA stars will participate in a Meet & Greet.

 

To purchase tickets to The Inaugural TNA SLAMMing Softball Classic on July 19, go to: 

https://TNASLAMMingCharitySoftballClassic.eventbrite.com

 

LOCATION:

Calhoun High School

1786 State Street 

Merrick, NY 11566

 

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Citi Field showing its age.

 

Pic From Metspolice.com

One of the big things I keep saying about Steve Cohen wanting to build a casino in the parking lot besides the fact A) its parkland and B) there is a school and affordable housing being built across 126th street is what is going to happen when it is time to build a new baseball stadium to replace Citi Field. Citi Field is starting to show its age and the hermit Shannon Shark has noticed it also.

 Like the LF retired numbers.  It just looks sloppy that a bunch of them are faded.

Walking in, I noticed the bricks.  Remember when everyone paid a few hundred bucks to honor their loved ones and line the WIlpons pockets?  Those are all pretty beat up and faded.  It’s the sort of a thing a billionaire (whose been known to write pretty big checks for things) could just be cool about to restore, but he isn’t going to do that, is he?

Read more here on Metspolice.

Maybe not worry about LED Ribbons to make money on Ads and work on the stadiums infrastructure?