The Syracuse Mets, affiliated with the New York Mets, will change their name starting the 2027 season. A "Re-Name the Team Community Challenge" invites fans to submit name ideas through August 31. Voting will occur in stages, determining the top names before a final announcement in fall 2026. Fans expressed a wish for a local identity. The team remains affiliated with the Mets until at least 2030, keeping its colors and mascot despite the name change, marking a new era in Syracuse baseball.
The minor league baseball team announced Tuesday that it will be renamed beginning with the 2027 season, allowing fans to pitch their ideas through the "Re-Name the Team Community Challenge."
Jason Smorol, the General Manager, stated that while many fans love the Mets name, others desire a stronger connection to their local community.
The Syracuse Mets will retain their orange and royal blue colors and mascot Scooch after the name change, maintaining traditions while welcoming a new identity.
Submissions for a new name will be accepted through Aug. 31, with fans voting on the top name ideas, culminating in a final announcement in fall 2026.
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