The New York Mets are set to unveil a new road jersey during the upcoming Amazin Day event at Citi Field, as reported by Danny Abriano of Moneyline. In Major League Baseball, teams are permitted to have only five uniform options, suggesting that the Mets might replace one of their current variations. It is feasible that the team could retire its existing road gray jersey or its black road alternate. Additionally, as the Mets are utilizing their City Connect uniform for home games, there could also be a possibility of moving away from the blue home alternate.

The Mets' traditional road gray jersey, featuring 'NEW YORK' prominently across the chest, has been a staple since the franchise's inception in 1962. Throughout their history, the Mets have experimented with various road jersey designs. For instance, during the 1980s, players donned pullover-style jerseys, including the notable gray 'racing stripe' jerseys showcasing 'Mets' across the chest, famously worn in 1986. The following year, the team adopted a road gray jersey with 'NEW YORK' displayed in a more elongated script, which ultimately transitioned to block lettering in 1988.

Significantly, the new road jersey will be worn by Juan Soto, a key player the Mets signed to an astonishing 15-year, $765 million contract this past winter. This acquisition not only brought one of the biggest free agents in baseball to New York but also marked a pivotal moment in the franchise's efforts to secure top-tier talent, especially as they managed to sign Soto away from the New York Yankees. The Mets, who made a surprising run to the National League Championship Series last season, are now poised to enhance their competitive edge with the addition of one of the sport's most prominent stars.