Mrs. Payson’s Place

[G-Fafif]

New high-rollers club where the Mo's Zone used to be in RF carrying forth the name Payson at Citi Field.

The New York Mets and Cadillac today announce a new and first of its kind exclusive speakeasy membership club to Citi Field. The new partnership, beginning in 2023, will help bring The Cadillac Club at Payson's to life. Located inches away from the warning track in right field, The Cadillac Club at Payson's is a hideaway club that will provide fans with a trendy, intimate and up-close space for those looking for a unique ballpark experience. The members only space will feature a private bar with sightlines to the field and elevated dining options. The Cadillac Club at Payson's is a controlled climate club that also features premium lounge style seating, personal flat screen monitors, in-seat storage, personal beverage coolers, an in-stadium concierge, and unique Cadillac touches and finishes throughout. With only 100 seats in the club and limited to 25-30 members, the exclusive membership to The Cadillac Club at Payson's includes assigned seats for every Mets home game, complimentary parking and complimentary food, soft drinks, beer and wine. Members will also have access to a private bar for cocktails. “Alex and I are thrilled to honor the legacy of Joan Payson with The Cadillac Club at Payson's,” said Owner, Chairman and CEO Steve Cohen. “As the original owner of the Mets and pioneer, Joan has played a significant role in our organization. We're excited to have created this first of its kind club at the ballpark with a brand like Cadillac that embodies and empowers big dreams and bold ambition. The Cadillac Club at Payson's will combine the rich history of the Mets with unique elements that are reminiscent of classic New York City, providing Mets fans with an experience like no other.” The club is named after Joan Whitney Payson, the Mets first owner and a pioneer. Payson became the first woman to purchase a majority ownership stake in a major league team. She was instrumental to the development of the Mets farm system that produced Mets Hall of Famers Tom Seaver, Cleon Jones and Jerry Koosman. Payson was known as a ‘fan first' and often deflected attention away from herself to celebrate the fans and the team's baseball operations. “At Cadillac, we look to partner with brands that are bold, sophisticated and optimistic and nowhere more in New York do you see that than with the Mets organization,” said Robert Secrest, Cadillac Northeast Region Director. “We are excited to help bring to life a one-of-a-kind luxury experience while championing a trailblazer in Joan Payson.”

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[Edgy MD]

I have my reticence.

[G-Fafif]

Sounds similar to Gotham Club at San Francisco's ballpark.



Mrs. Payson sat in a nice box seat, among the fans.

[Johnny Lunchbucket]

It's not like the previous setup was ideal. Looked like guys were standing in the dirt peering through the fence.



Normal people like me will never go there of course, and it will affect HRs to right field.

[kcmets]

She probably could be remembered at the ballpark in a better way.

[metirish]

Doesn't sound like a Mets thing to me , course it will probably sell out

[MFS62]

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Mrs. Payson sat in a nice box seat, among the fans.

[Frayed Knot]

They should designate one of the pricey 1st base side box seats as the Joan Payson Memorial box and the only requirement to sit there (in addition to being able to afford it) is that you have to wear pearls for the entire game ... men included.

[Edgy MD]

Doesn't sound like a Mets thing to me , course it will probably sell out

Yeah, Cadillac always seemed like a Yankees-affiliated brand, too.



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[whippoorwill]

Frayed Knot wrote: They should designate one of the pricey 1st base side box seats as the Joan Payson Memorial box and the only requirement to sit there (in addition to being able to afford it) is that you have to wear pearls for the entire game ... men included.

And some kind of cute hat

[Gwreck]

Johnny Lunchbucket wrote: and it will affect HRs to right field.

Do we know if they change the physical dimensions of the old space? If it's just a renovation of the existing space, it seemingly wouldn't make a difference.

[Johnny Lunchbucket]

I believe I read 8 and a half feet. That's going to be a poke for Schwarber

[G-Fafif]

A hat tip from the Mets to the lady who didn't need to sit in a club when she came to the ballpark.



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[Benjamin Grimm]

I wonder who ended up winning that game of Rock Paper Scissors?

[Lefty Specialist]

Gee, a 'one-of-a-kind luxury experience' that 99.5% of us will never visit. I guess that's where Steve will hang with his hedge-fund pals. I wonder what a 'membership' will cost.

[Marshmallowmilkshake]

I don't mind that stadiums have these luxury areas. I've been in a handful of them - Target Field, Minute Maid, Guaranteed Rate, Comerica, American Family - as a guest, not a member. Not my kind of thing. I'd much rather have a seat in the stands and watch the game.



If the Mets want to do this, and honor Mrs. Payson in the process, that's nice. She was a trailblazer and and I hope they tell her story and keep her memory alive.

[G-Fafif]

Was delighted this past Saturday to help present the Queens Baseball Convention's Gil Hodges Unforgettable Fire Award to Mrs. Payson, with some of her family on hand to https://www.faithandfearinflushing.com/2023/12/05/family-reunion/graciously accept.