Austin Adams Mocks Mets After Trade

Oakland Athletics reliever Austin Adams caused a stir when he mockingly mimicked the New York Mets' 'OMG' celebration after striking out Francisco Alvarez to escape a fifth-inning jam in Tuesday's game. Adams, who was designated for assignment by the Mets and traded to Oakland in March, expressed his lingering frustration with his former team through an expletive-laden rant. While Adams claimed the celebration was spontaneous and meant no ill will, Mets players, including Edwin Diaz, felt he 'crossed a line.' Adams later admitted he needed to manage his emotions better but defended his actions as part of the game's entertainment. Despite the controversy, Adams played a pivotal role in the Athletics' 9-4 victory over the struggling Mets.