So, if you thought the 2025 MLB season had already reached its limit on drama, think again. From wild fan altercations to mid-game interventions and heated bench-clearing brawls, baseball has seen its fair share of fireworks. But just when it seemed the chaos might finally quiet down, another storm is brewing. One that threatens to shake the foundations of the New York Mets clubhouse.
Reportedly, as the Mets’ offense has gone colder than a New York winter, frustrations are beginning to boil over. For instance, Wednesday’s game against the Guardians only poured gasoline on the fire. The Mets were held hitless until Juan Soto finally broke through with a ninth-inning homer. And hence, in the aftermath, fingers are being pointed, and many of them are aimed directly at hitting coach Eric Chavez.
But the story doesn’t stop at poor performance. According to a source close to the organization, a behind-the-scenes rift between Chavez and the fanbase may have taken an unexpected, and potentially explosive turn. So, buckle up. This could be one of the most controversial storylines to emerge from the Mets in years.
“The evidence that luvmets12 is Eric Chavez’s burner account.” Mets insider Edwin Diaz Muse shared a detailed thread over X to prove his point. But what does that mean?
The evidence that @luvmets12 is Eric Chavez’s burner account:
A thread
— Edwin Díaz Muse (@EdwinDiazMuse) August 6, 2025
As per Muse, a Twitter account really gives off troll account vibes. Reportedly, it’s only active around Mets game times, and instead of posting original content, it just replies to fans, usually those who are being critical of the team. And what makes it especially suspicious is that nearly every reply is focused on defending Eric Chavez, often passionately, while going after Mets fans who question or criticize him.
For instance, one fan called to fire Chavez, and the response from this handle was, “Fire all the coaches. We will be stuck with s—– players.”
So, what makes this controversial is the pattern and tone of the account. If you check the thread by Muse, you see it doesn’t behave like a typical fan. There’s no variety in its posts, no broader Mets discussion, and no real personality behind the replies. Instead, it feels laser-focused on protecting Chavez’s image. That kind of behavior raises eyebrows, especially in today’s social media landscape.
Hence, if someone close to the organization is using an anonymous account to manipulate public opinion or push back against criticism, that’s a serious breach of trust and transparency. This is something serious for the Mets front office to check who’s behind the same.
The Mets’ numbers are amplifying the fans’ call
Despite the chaos, the Mets’ dwindling hitting stats are not enough to cool down the fans.
Reportedly, since early June of the 2025 season, their bats have gone quiet, and the numbers back it up. For example, compared to last year, the Mets’ key offensive metrics have seen a noticeable decline. And they now sit 21st in the league in batting average, far below expectations for a club with playoff ambitions.
Moreover, in their last seven games, the Mets have managed just 10 runs. They’ve been brutal with runners in scoring position, going 5-for-44 in those key situations. Hence, that lack of poor hitting has played a big role in their recent slump, which includes losing eight of their last nine games. Their latest series, a sweep at the hands of the Guardians, only added to the growing sense of fans’ frustration.
Well, these aren’t small issues, especially for a team that’s now fallen 2.5 games behind the division-leading Phillies in the NL East.
Even if you have checked the game on Wednesday, you surely noticed how tensions boiled over at Citi Field. The boos from the crowd started in the sixth inning and only grew louder as Mets hitters continued to come up empty. So now, with the offense continuing to sputter and the team sliding in the standings, calls to fire the Mets’ hitting coach are starting to gain traction.
Nevertheless, if the front office doesn’t act soon or the bats don’t wake up soon, this controversy could be the spark that pushes pressure on the coaching staff to a whole new level.
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