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Mike Breen gushes over Keith Hernandez during Mets radio broadcast

During a Mets game at Citi Field, broadcaster Mike Breen expressed his long-standing admiration for former first baseman Keith Hernandez while sharing memories of the 1986 World Series.

Mike Breen, fresh from announcing the Knicks' first championship in 53 years, appeared in SNY's Mets broadcast alongside Gary Cohen and former star Keith Hernandez during a loss to the Milwaukee Brewers at Citi Field. Breen described himself as a lifelong Mets supporter, citing 1968 as the start of his fandom, and singled out Hernandez as his favorite player from the 1986 World Series team. He shared a story about trying to interview Hernandez in the clubhouse during those playoffs, noting his own nervousness at the time.

Hernandez responded modestly, acknowledging Breen's enthusiasm while noting the difficulty of ranking defensive first basemen. Breen praised the Mets' broadcast crew for decades of consistent excellence, calling them the best in baseball history, before a rogue squirrel sprinted onto the field, prompting a light-hearted comment from Cohen.

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The segment highlights the crossover appeal of sports personalities and deep fan nostalgia, underscoring the cultural impact of historic teams.

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