Michael Kay Fires Back at Mets Fans After Comments About Luke Weaver’s Yankees Bag

The rivalry between New York Yankees announcer Michael Kay and Mets fans is heating up once again, even in the middle of the off-season. It’s no secret that Kay’s role as the voice of the Yankees has sparked frequent feuds with Mets supporters, and it seems that the fire is still burning bright as spring training begins. This time, the drama centers around Luke Weaver, a pitcher for the Mets, who made headlines when he showed up to camp sporting a Yankees equipment bag.

For Kay, this presented a perfect opportunity to voice his thoughts, but as expected, Mets fans weren’t too happy with his take. Kay, who frequently courts controversy with Mets fans, thought he was simply defending the Mets by pointing out that Weaver should have represented his new team by using Mets gear instead of the Yankees bag.

But, as has often been the case with Kay’s opinions on the Mets, his comments ignited backlash from the fanbase.

Kay Defends Himself After Mets Fans React

During a segment on ESPN New York’s “The Michael Kay Show”, Kay vented his frustration about being criticized by Mets fans. “I’m never going to win over a segment of that fanbase. Ever,” he said, adding that despite defending the Mets, his comments were met with resistance from fans. Kay’s words were as blunt as ever: “I’m defending the New York Mets saying that Luke Weaver should respect them and have called for a Met bag or any other bag rather than the Yankee equipment bag.”

Despite his intention to stick up for the Mets, the fans were having none of it. Kay’s frustration grew as he pointed out how some fans responded with comments like “mind your business, who cares, we don’t care, he will have his Met bag in two minutes.” Kay fired back, saying, “I can’t win with you lunatics. I’m defending you and you turn on me.”

His rant took a sharper turn when he added, “Be careful what you wish. Because if you really want me to be a jackass, I can play that role beautifully. I really could.” Kay’s frustration was palpable, as he lamented how difficult it was to engage with the Mets fanbase without being criticized, regardless of his stance.

Kay Encourages Mets Fans to Tune Out

Kay’s response went a step further when he suggested that Mets fans could just stop listening to his show altogether. “I don’t want to be that guy who’s always anti-Met,” Kay said, acknowledging that he was trying to defend the team but was met with backlash anyway. He continued, “So either if I defend you, you don’t want to hear it. So my advice to every single one of you, don’t listen to the show. Don’t consume the show. Don’t watch the show on the ESPN New York YouTube channel. Don’t. Unless you want to hate-watch it. I guess that’s cool.”

Kay’s exasperation with the Mets fanbase is clear, and this public back-and-forth is just the latest chapter in his long-standing feud with Mets supporters.

A Heated Rivalry That Never Ends

While Luke Weaver’s bag may seem like a trivial matter, it’s the latest in a long line of incidents where Michael Kay finds himself at odds with Mets fans. Whether it’s Juan Soto, Sydney Sweeney, or now a simple Yankees bag, Kay never seems to shy away from sparking controversy with his remarks.

Despite Kay’s declaration that he’s defending the Mets, it’s safe to say that the tension between him and the Mets fanbase will only intensify as the 2026 season approaches. If a bag can get this much attention, imagine what the fireworks will look like when the Yankees and Mets meet again on the field. The rivalry between these two teams — and the personalities like Kay that fuel it — is bound to keep fans on edge all year long.

Key Takeaways:

• Michael Kay defended Luke Weaver‘s use of a Yankees bag, but his comments sparked backlash from Mets fans.

• Kay expressed frustration, saying he couldn’t win with certain segments of the Mets fanbase, even when defending the team.

• In response to the criticism, Kay urged Mets fans to stop listening to his show if they didn’t agree with his takes.

• The ongoing feud between Kay and Mets fans continues to fuel heated exchanges, and with the 2026 season approaching, this rivalry promises to bring even more drama.

Stay tuned for more updates on the Michael Kay vs Mets fans saga as the season progresses!