It was pretty evident from the beginning of this season that the Mets were not committed to offering Daniel Murphy a long-term deal, and were set on parting ways after this year. After an explosive playoffs, the organization offered their second baseman a qualifying offer, which Murphy did not sign, and elected to become a [...]
In all, the Mets are figuring on a 500,000 increase in attendance. Using the same factors from above, and adding an extra 4% for ticket price increases, it would appear as though the Mets could reasonably expected to earn another $21 million in ticket sales. Adding in increased money for sponsorships and money for concessions [...]