Bob Ojeda won’t be returning to the Mets’ pregame and postgame studio shows on SNY, an industry source confirmed Thursday.
The outspoken former pitcher was seeking a raise in new contract negotiations. A source called the gap “not substantial,” but the two sides failed to reach agreement.
Ojeda, who earned a World Series ring pitching for the 1986 Mets, spent the last six seasons in the SNY studio. A source called the split “amicable,” and Ojeda is expected to pursue other broadcasting opportunities.
Nelson Figueroa, a journeyman who pitched for the Mets in 2008 and ’09, is the lead candidate to replace Ojeda, according to a source, but SNY also recently auditioned former outfielder Cliff Floyd.
It’s possible SNY would give the lead role to Figueroa, with Floyd — who frequently appears on MLB Network — receiving a significant number of assignments in the backup role.
Marlon Anderson, who twice played for the Mets, could also be a consideration for a studio role with SNY.


