Mets Roundup, Sept 21: Rose's Farewell, Senga's Close, Legacy

[Grand Central Mets]

Here is some of the latest Mets analysis and history from around the internet. Focuses on Howie Rose's emotional farewell as a lifelong Mets broadcaster and explores Kodai Senga's potential as a closer.

• Howie Rose puts it in the books with emotional final game in Mets' radio booth (MLB.com). Revisits Howie Rose's emotional final Mets radio broadcast, noting his 31-year tenure and iconic calls, with fans honoring him post-game despite a loss, and parallels to the 1962 Mets' postponed debut.
• From childhood at Shea to career in the booth, Rose retires a true Mets lifer (MLB.com). Retires after a lifetime with the Mets, Rose's career spans from childhood fan to Hall of Fame broadcaster. His deep institutional knowledge, honed from decades of attending games, sets him apart, with peers like Gary Cohen praising his storytelling and historical insight.
• Has Kodai Senga Found His Ideal Role as Mets Closer? (Just Baseball). Argues the Mets may have found success with Kodai Senga as a closer, citing his 2.35 ERA and seven save conversions in 15.1 innings, along with a revitalized fastball and reliance on his "ghost fork" pitch. Notes his potential long-term role in 2027 despite challenges adapting to bullpen demands.
• Howie Rose gets choked up as fans, Mets deliver touching moments during emotional final broadcast (New York Post). Argues Howie Rose's emotional farewell broadcast highlighted Mets fans' tribute and his legacy as a beloved broadcaster. Key moments include fans chanting his name, players tipping caps, and Rose's heartfelt farewell speech.
• Howie Rose through the words of his favorite band: The Beatles (New York Daily News $$$). Argues Howie Rose, a beloved Mets broadcaster, was deeply influenced by The Beatles, using their music and ethos in his career. Rose’s signature calls and mentorship left a lasting impact, with fans and mentees remembering his wisdom and emotional connection to the game.
• Laura Albanese: Thank you, Howie Rose (Newsday $$$). Recalls Howie Rose's 30-year impact as a Mets broadcaster, highlighting his role as a fan favorite and community connector, evidenced by fan tributes and his emphasis on shared experiences.

[Cowtipper]

I liked Howie Rose when he was on TV. Him and Fran Healy and Gary Thorne. That was basically my childhood.