Keith Hernandez Returns to Mets Booth

0:00It's April 27, New York Mets News Today starts now, AI powered and ready for kickoff. Mets fans got a double whammy lately, with the team slumping hard and their beloved color guy Keith Hernandez missing from the SNY booth. The Hall of Fame first baseman stepped away for back surgery on April 10, leaving Gary Cohen and Ron Darling to hold it down solo. It's his 21st season calling games since SNY launched back in 2006, and his sharp takes are a staple for every broadcast. War from the booth is, Hernandez is on the men quick. During Sunday's April 26 game, they even aired a fun cartoon of him chilling in bed, glued to the TV watching his Mets. No direct link to the team's woes, but man, the energy feels off without his vibe lighting up the airways from home. Hernandez built a monster legacy before the mic, playing 17 MLB seasons across the Cardinals, Mets and Indians. He slashed 0.296 with over 2,100 hits.

1:00Snag 1979 National League MVP honors shared with Willie. Stargeau made five all-star teams and won two World Series rings, one with each New York squad. That man earned 11 gold gloves at first base, and the Mets retired his number 17 for good reason. The best update drops Sunday when Cohen shared Hernandez's eyes a return. Sunday may 4th, perfect timing for the series opener in Colorado against. The Rockies. Fans are buzzing about getting their guy back to break down plays and keep it real. With Keith sliding back into the booth soon, expect that Mets magic to spark up again, on air and maybe even on the field.