Mets' Uniform Woes: The Mystery Behind Missing Pants

Where have the New York Mets blue and black uniforms been this season?

Sep 1, 2023; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets center fielder Brandon Nimmo (9) hits a / Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports

Throughout the 2024 MLB season, New York Mets fans may have noticed a peculiar absence from the team's wardrobe: the iconic black and blue jerseys. The reason behind this unexpected uniform deviation has been revealed, shedding light on an issue that has left players and fans alike scratching their heads.

According to Tim Healy of Newsday, the problem lies with Nike and Fanatics, the MLB's uniform providers. Other than the appearance of the City Connect jerseys, the Mets have only sported their traditional pinstripes with the blue hat this season at home. The culprit? Missing pants.

Brandon Nimmo, a key player for the Mets, expressed frustration over the situation. "There’s a serious problem when a $13 billion industry is having a tough time getting pants from a worldwide industry that is supposed to be at the forefront of apparel and whatnot," Nimmo told Newsday. "We can’t wear our blacks, we can’t wear our blues because we don’t have our pants, and I hear that it’s a problem with other teams as well."

The issue boils down to a single set of pants meant to complement both the black and blue jersey tops. However, the absence of these essential uniform components has left the Mets unable to showcase their full range of uniform options during the season.

"It’s one set of pants for two jersey tops that we can’t wear in a major league season because they don’t have it available. It’s a problem that they need to solve for sure. And not a small problem, either," added Nimmo, highlighting the severity of the situation.

As the Mets continue to navigate through the season, fans can only hope for a swift resolution to the uniform debacle. In the meantime, the team will soldier on in their familiar pinstripes at Citi Field, eagerly awaiting the return of their beloved black and blue jerseys.