PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Mayor Eric Adams gained some critics with his controversial decision regarding New York City’s vaccine mandate. But he won’t find any of that backlash in the Mets clubhouse.
“It’s a good day for our fans and the city of New York,” Mets manager Buck Showalter said.
At least a couple of Mets players applauded Adams after he announced on Thursday at Citi Field that unvaccinated athletes and performers are exempt from the city’s vaccine mandate. Adams’ decision immediately impacts the Nets, as Kyrie Irving, who is unvaccinated, will be able to help Brooklyn at home in a playoff push. For the Mets, unvaccinated players will be able to play at home beginning April 15.
