The New York Mets have made a significant addition to their Major League Baseball coaching roster by promoting Gilbert Gómez to the position of first base and outfield coach for the upcoming season. The organization highlighted Gómez’s exceptional leadership qualities, his unique ability to communicate effectively with emerging talent, and his contemporary approach to baseball instruction as key factors in their decision.
Gómez’s journey with the Mets organization began in 2009 when he was initially signed as a player. Demonstrating remarkable foresight, he transitioned from his playing career at just 25 years old to pursue coaching full-time. His ascent through the Mets’ developmental system has been nothing short of meteoric, with Gómez occupying critical roles including hitting coach, bench coach, and ultimately managerial positions.
The 2025 season marked a pinnacle achievement in Gómez’s coaching career when he guided the Brooklyn Cyclones to an unprecedented campaign. Under his leadership, the team secured a franchise-record 72 victories and maintained a perfect postseason record to claim the South Atlantic League championship. His expertise has been recognized on international stages as well, having managed MLB’s Breakout Game and served as assistant to Albert Pujols for the upcoming World Baseball Classic. Gómez previously contributed to the Dominican Republic’s bronze medal performance at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
In his native Dominican Republic, Gómez has made history with Tigres del Licey in the Dominican Winter League (LIDOM). During the 2023-24 season, he became the youngest manager in league history to secure a championship, joining an elite group of just seven Dominican managers who have won titles in their debut managerial year.