Overview
- New York spoke with the former Astros hitting coach for an open role on the major-league staff, according to the New York Post.
- Joel Sherman reported Snitker ranks near the top of the Mets’ candidate list, with no agreement in place.
- The Tigers were also reported as potential suitors for Snitker as teams build out 2026 coaching staffs.
- Jeff Albert was elevated to director of major-league hitting this month, and the Mets are expected to add at least one coach to work under him.
- Snitker, 36, served as an Astros hitting coach from 2019–2025, was part of the 2022 championship staff, and departed Houston after this season.