The Mets organization suffered a loss far greater than any they could face on the diamond Friday evening with the passing of senior director of media relations Shannon Forde after a long battle with breast cancer.

The 44-year-old Forde spent over two decades within the Mets organization, becoming a pioneer for women in baseball’s public relations field.

Mets Chief Operating Officer Jeff Wilpon was among the many who released statements describing the type of woman Forde was and the importance of her presence at Citi Field.

“Shannon was a very unique person,” Wilson said in a statement. “I was fortunate to see her a few weeks ago at the rehab facility and had a great time laughing and visiting with her for over an hour.

“My condolences to her husband, John, two children, Nicholas and Kendall and the Dalton and Forde families. Citi Field won’t be the same with her contagious smile and genuine personality.”

Mets general manager Sandy Alderson echoed Wilpon’s statement.

“Shannon was an absolute inspiration to everyone in this organization, including me, and I told her so,” Alderson said. “She was courageous in her fight and never let her illness claim her spirit. That spirit will remain with the Mets, in our memories and in our hearts.”

Mets baseman David Wright added, “Shannon was me my whole career with the Mets. She helped me so much when I was a rookie. She worked hard to assist my foundation and helped me get acclimated to New York.”

Shannon Forde from the Mets media relations department passed away today after battling cancer. One of the nicest people I have met.

— Mike Puma (@NYPost_Mets) March 5, 2016

But the St. John’s graduate, who became a part of the Mets organization in 1994, had a more far-reaching effect in the world of baseball apart from those confined to Citi Field.

Condolences and memories from those within baseball spread throughout social media immediately after her passing, showcasing the type of impact she made on those who met her.

Her fighting spirit emulated the team she worked for.

“She fought, fought and fought,” Mets manager Terry Collins said. “She came to work as long as she could. She loved her job and she loved the Mets.”

And so it seemed, the Mets and the baseball world, loved her right back.