Since the New York Mets hired Brodie Van Wagenen, they have seemed to rely on familiarity at every turn. For example, they’ve signed more players represented by CAA, Van Wagenen’s former employer, than any other sports agency.
It hasn’t stopped at players. Familiarity has spread to the coaching staff and the front office. Former players have been hired onto front office and coaching roles left and right the last two offseasons. This is especially true for players with a connection to Omar Minaya.
The former Mets’ general manager and current assistant GM has his fingerprints all over the front office and coaches.