Travis d'Arnaud Expresses Anger Towards Former Team, the Mets
The Braves catcher reveals lingering resentment following his 2019 release from the Mets, but has since found success in Atlanta.
- Travis d'Arnaud, catcher for the Atlanta Braves, revealed that the New York Mets, his former team, make him the 'most angry' to play against.
- D'Arnaud's relationship with the Mets turned sour after he was cut from the team 10 games into the 2019 season following a 2-for-23 slump at the plate.
- There were rumors that the Mets were not pleased with d'Arnaud's defensive work, which was considered the weaker element of his skills.
- D'Arnaud, a World Series champion and 2022 All-Star with the Braves, has performed well against the Mets, hitting .326 with a .398 on-base percentage in 103 plate appearances over 26 career games.
- D'Arnaud is expected to share catching duties with Sean Murphy for the Braves in the 2024 season.