Mets didn’t have ‘dangerous’ drive like Diamondbacks: Tommy Pham

MLB- Tommy Pham, the veteran outfielder, had high hopes of playing in the World Series this year when he signed with the Mets in January. However, the underperforming Mets became sellers before the trade deadline, and Pham was shipped off to the Diamondbacks. Now, he finds himself playing in the World Series against the Rangers.

Pham admitted that when he joined the Mets, he believed they had the potential to be a championship team. Unfortunately, they were unable to live up to expectations. According to Pham, the Mets had more talent than the Diamondbacks, but what sets the Diamondbacks apart is their drive to reach their maximum potential.

Pham revealed that his personal goal is to play at the level he did in 2017, 2018, and 2019. He wants to prove that he still has that ability. He emphasized that the drive was lacking with the Mets, but it is present with the Diamondbacks. The team members are constantly pushing themselves to get better, which creates a dangerous dynamic.

Pham’s comments align with what he previously shared with Francisco Lindor and The Athletic. He described the Mets as the “least hardworking group of position players” he has ever played with. However, he stated that there are no hard feelings towards his former teammates and that they understood where he was coming from.

When asked about the Mets’ future, Pham expressed optimism. He believes that there are hungry players on the team and an owner who cares about winning. On a lighter note, he added that he is a free agent, hinting that he could potentially join the Mets in the future.

Overall, Pham’s journey from the Mets to the Diamondbacks highlights the difference in drive and potential between the two teams. Despite the Mets’ shortcomings, Pham sees a promising future for the team.

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