A notable behind-the-scenes shift is coming to New York Mets television broadcasts this season, signaling the end of an era for one of baseball’s most acclaimed productions. Longtime game director John DeMarsico is departing SNY after 17 seasons overseeing Mets telecasts, including those featuring the widely respected booth trio of Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez and Ron Darling.
DeMarsico confirmed the move publicly in a post on X, bringing clarity to what will be a meaningful change for the network and its viewers.
“This wasn’t easy to write,” DeMarsico shared. “After 17 seasons with the Mets on SNY, my time directing games there has come to an end.”
During his tenure, DeMarsico became synonymous with the visual identity of Mets baseball. He helped shape a broadcast style that blended storytelling, pace, and cinematic flair. His work earned multiple Emmy Awards. It also elevated SNY’s coverage into one of Major League Baseball’s most praised local broadcasts.
“I was incredibly fortunate to help tell the story of this team for nearly half my life. After a lifetime of fandom that made the opportunity feel almost impossible when it began. From the very start, I believed deeply in the idea that baseball is cinema. I poured myself into that belief. Grateful for the trust to take creative risks in service of the game and the fans who embraced them,” he wrote.
From a creative standpoint, DeMarsico said his exit stems from broadcasts moving in a different direction. He did not elaborate on specific changes. He expressed gratitude for the trust he received to take chances and treat baseball as a visual art form. That philosophy resonated strongly with viewers for nearly two decades.
DeMarsico acknowledged that leaving has been emotionally challenging, describing Mets baseball and its surrounding community as central to his identity. He added that he has not yet determined his next professional move, marking the first time he has entered the industry without a clear destination.
“I’ve never been a free agent before,” he wrote. “I’m taking a breath, looking ahead, and carrying a lot of pride and gratitude with me.”
SNY has not commented on DeMarsico’s departure as of yet.
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