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Mets To Hire Johnny Washington As Co-Hitting Coach

Mets adding a new hitting coach to their staff.

By · Published November 5, 2026  23:32 UTC · Updated November 5, 2026  23:32 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 14.
  • Primary Driver: Mets adding a new hitting coach to their staff.
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The New York Mets are hiring a co-hitting coach. Coverage from SNY and MLB.com confirm the hire. The Mets are also adding A.J.

Ellis as their major-league strategy coordinator, as reported by The New York Times and Amazin' Avenue. The Mets' decision to hire a new co-hitting coach comes as the team looks to improve their offense. The exact terms of Washington's contract are not specified.

The Mets' staff changes do not necessarily imply a major overhaul of their hitting approach. The team's front office has not provided further details on the reasoning behind these hires.

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Questions people are asking

What is the Mets' current hitting approach?

The team's front office has not provided further details on their current hitting approach.

What is A.J. Ellis' role with the Mets?

A.J. Ellis has been hired as the team's major-league strategy coordinator.

What is the status of Johnny Washington's contract with the Mets?

The exact terms of Washington's contract are not specified.

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