Major League Baseball owners rarely earn standing ovations.
Agent Scott Boras | Brad Penner-Imagn Images
More often, they’re second-guessed — criticized for payroll limits, roster decisions, or a perceived lack of urgency. But in Queens, the narrative around Mets owner Steve Cohen has been markedly different.
And now, the sport’s most influential agent has taken that praise to another level.
Appearing on The New York Post’s “The Show” podcast this week, Scott Boras didn’t hold back when discussing Cohen. In fact, he went as far as labeling the Mets owner a “genius.”
That’s not casual praise coming from Boras.
“With Steve Cohen, there’s just not much in a competitive environment that he doesn’t win at,” Boras said. “He’s just very good at it. Brilliant at it.”
New York Mets owner Steve Cohen | Brad Penner-Imagn Images
For context, Boras represents some of the biggest stars in the game. He negotiates billion-dollar contracts. He’s seen every type of ownership model across baseball. When he singles someone out, it carries weight.
Boras emphasized Cohen’s strategic mindset — calling him detailed, forward-thinking, and relentless in his pursuit of long-term advantages. According to Boras, Cohen blends modern innovation with traditional evaluation, using technology while still valuing veteran scouting insights into character and psychology.
That hybrid approach stands out in today’s game.
Cohen became a minority owner in 2012 before purchasing a controlling interest in the Mets in August 2020. Since then, the franchise has operated with an entirely different posture. The Mets have consistently ranked among MLB’s highest spenders and aggressively pursued top-tier talent.
Juan Soto’s arrival is just one example of that ambition.
But Boras’ comments suggest this isn’t only about payroll. It’s about philosophy.
He pointed to the Los Angeles Dodgers as an example of ownership-driven innovation — citing their global expansion efforts, including energizing the Japanese market. In that same breath, Boras framed Cohen as part of a new wave of “owner-geniuses” who are reshaping how franchises operate.
That’s lofty language.
It also reinforces the perception that the Mets aren’t simply spending — they’re building with intention.
For a fan base long accustomed to ownership frustration in prior eras, Cohen’s willingness to invest — financially and structurally — has been transformative. The organization now operates with the urgency of a contender and the infrastructure of a long-term project.
Of course, praise from Boras isn’t without nuance. Agents naturally appreciate owners willing to compete aggressively in the marketplace. Still, the depth of Boras’ remarks suggests genuine admiration beyond negotiation leverage.
Calling someone “brilliant” in a sport defined by complexity is significant.
For the Mets, it’s another signal that their owner’s reputation inside the industry continues to grow.
And in a league where ownership often dictates ceiling, that may be the most important endorsement of all.
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