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Miami Herald
a day ago
- Politics
- Miami Herald
‘Alligator Alcatraz' sounds more like ‘Gator Gulag' for migrants
Prison swamp I'd like to propose a better name for the immigrant detention facility some are calling 'Alligator Alcatraz.' 'Gator Gulag' has a much better ring to it. Tim Turman, Cutler Bay Camp ire Amazing how one governmental decision — the creation of a migrant detention center in the Everglades, being billed as 'Alligator Alcatraz' — can anger so many different constituencies. The decision angers environmentalists, as it destroys our precious Everglades; it angers the Miccosukee tribe, as it establishes a prison smack in the middle of their tribal lands; it angers everyone who recognizes the value of hard-working, law-abiding immigrants and abhors the unlawful treatment they are receiving; finally, it angers every taxpayer who recognizes this wastefulness, as it enriches private prison companies and the politicians they fund. Ana Alejandre Ciereszko, Miami Bahamians snubbed? Re: the June 24 editorial, 'City that immigrants built just turned its back on them.' Perhaps the Miami Herald Editorial Board overlooked that Bahamians were among the first West Indians to immigrate to the mainland U.S. in the late 19th century. Many worked in Florida's agriculture or labored in fishing, sponging and turtling in the Keys. Bahamian enclaves developed in areas such as Lemon City, Coconut Grove and Cutler. In 1896, foreign-born Blacks comprised 40 percent of Miami's Black population. Bahamians in Florida created their own institutions, most notably Episcopal churches. Black Bahamians, however, faced state-enforced racism, could not vote, were persecuted by epithets in the local press and were not allowed to stay in the hotels that employed them. In 1921, the Ku Klux Klan staged a large rally in Miami attacking Bahamian immigrants. My grandparents were among these early settlers. The editorial board's historical snub is suspect in light of statewide and nationwide efforts to rewrite or completely eliminate the presence, historical imprints and contributions of Black Americans. Rosa Osborne, Pembroke Pines No more war Re: the June 25 op-ed, 'Rubio is America's best hope in the Iran conflict.' Excellent commentary by Mary Anna Mancuso on the need to prevent Iran from developing a nuclear weapon, but at the same time avoiding a never-ending war in the Middle East or regime change. Marilin Rodon, Coral Gables A matter of trust I recently received two official notices — my motor vehicle registration renewal and my updated voter information card. What should have been routine communications from Miami-Dade County felt off. Neither featured the traditional county logo. Instead, each was re-branded with a personalized seal prominently displaying the name of the elected official — the tax collector and the supervisor of elections (whose name now arches over the word 'VOTE' in a design that resembles a campaign sticker). This isn't just a design choice — it's about power optics. When an elected official's name dominates official documents, it shifts public perception, making these offices feel less like trusted institutions and more like self-branded entities. That's especially problematic when the offices in question administer elections and tax collection — two areas where public trust is essential. By replacing the county seal with individualized branding, these new officials are blurring the lines between public service and political self-promotion and gives the impression they operate outside the bounds of government. At a time when faith in government is already fragile, this kind of self-serving design undermines trust. Cris Ascunce, Miami Shores A rare politician I don't live in New York City, never spent much time there and don't usually follow its local elections. However, when I heard about Zoran Mamdani's campaign for mayor, something stood out. He wasn't just another politician with carefully rehearsed talking points. He was honest — and that's rare. I didn't support Mamdani because of his Muslim identity. I supported him because he focused on what actually matters: working people trying to afford rent, get to work and live with dignity. He talked about the root causes of inequality and had the courage to challenge the special interests that dominate American politics. What struck me most was that he didn't hide who he was — his faith, his background. He didn't campaign on it, either. He spoke to voters as people, not demographics. That kind of leadership is needed well beyond New York. In South Florida, we're dealing with many of the same issues: unaffordable housing, failing infrastructure and political disconnection. Mamdani's win offers a glimpse of what's possible when a candidate leads with principles instead of pandering His campaign is a sign not just of change in one city, but of a shift that could ripple across the country. If we pay attention, we might realize this wasn't just his victory. It could be a turning point for all of us. Syed Ali Rahman, Davie Critical view Since Zohran Mamdani's landslide victory in the Democratic primary for New York City mayor this week, the Miami Herald has published several pieces by writers who have expressed varying shades of disgust for Mamdani's stance on whether Israel has 'the right to exist as a Jewish State.' To reiterate, Mamdani has said he believes that Israel, like all other nations, has a right to exist as a state with equal rights for all. That commentators find equal rights for all to be incompatible with the Israeli state, as they see and imagine it, says more about their own internalized approval for supremacist ideology — valuing one people over others — than anything else. To see elected officials, judges and political commentators parrot this line uncritically, especially in light of our country's own dark past with Jim Crow laws, is truly frightening — not the electoral success of a rising progressive Muslim immigrant who believes in this nation's ideals. Katherine Shehadeh, Coral Gables Highway robbery On June 17, media outlets across this state reported in detail the contents of Florida's newly passed $115.1 billion state budget. Coverage rightly highlighted numerous elements — from tax cuts and voucher expansions to emergency reserve allocations and job eliminations. No mention, however, of the men and women who patrol Florida's roadways, respond to thousands of traffic crashes, support hurricane deployments and serve as the front line for safety on our state's highways. At a time when violent crashes are increasing, staffing is at crisis levels and Troopers are being paid monthly on salaries that lag 30 years behind Florida's economic growth, the omission is glaring. While legislators debated reserves and rent taxes, the 1,700 Troopers sworn to protect the motoring public were again ignored. They received no mention in session wrap-ups, no analysis in budget overviews and certainly, no front-page attention. To claim that Florida's budget is complete when it fails to address the most visible and vulnerable layer of public safety is impossible. We respectfully urge Florida's press to correct this oversight. Tell the full story, not just the tax breaks and budget games, but the silence that continues to surround those who keep Florida free. Spencer Ross, president, Florida Highway Patrol, Orlando Job security South Florida's Congressional politicians claim to be against President Donald Trump's immigration policies. However, until they vote on the record against him, their claims mean nothing. These politicos don't dare vote against him; if they did, they would be primaried and lose their cushy jobs. Sol Yanowitz, Miami
Fox Sports
3 days ago
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Baylor's VJ Edgecombe hopes 'Philly likes Bahamians' after 76ers take him No. 3 overall in NBA draft
Associated Press CAMDEN, N.J. (AP) — VJ Edgecombe experienced hardships throughout his childhood on Bimini, a tiny island in the Bahamas hardly known for developing NBA talent. Only 19, it wasn't much more than a decade ago when Edgecombe knew that his basketball talent — developed on the 'hard sand' of his native land — could be a way to provide so much more for his family. 'I don't think anyone on the island would have dreams of playing in the NBA as well as making it,' Edgecombe said. 'It would just sound so crazy.' His crazy dream is set to become a reality in Philadelphia. In win-now mode, the 76ers selected Edgecombe out of Baylor with the No. 3 overall pick in the NBA draft on Wednesday night to add their trio of oft-injured All-Stars the team hopes can return to form and make the 76ers a healthy title contender. 'Maybe Philly likes Bahamians,' he said this week in New York. 'We'll see.' The 6-4, 193-pound Edgecombe boasts explosive athleticism that stands out at both ends, notably as an above-the-rim finisher who creates highlight-reel moments. Edgecombe could be a rookie of the year contender or a rotation player, and his numbers next season won't matter much if two-time NBA scoring champion Joel Embiid can't make a successful return from knee surgery. Embiid had arthroscopic surgery on his left knee in April and the Sixers had yet to update his condition before the draft. Former All-Stars and Paul George and Tyrese Maxey slogged through injury-plagued season as the 76ers — a franchise with perennial NBA championship aspirations — finished with a woeful 24-58 record that included a 5-31 stretch to close the season. Team President Daryl Morey said he would spend the summer trying make the roster younger and more athletic to potentially help the team fight off the rash of injuries that wrecked the season and provide a bit of a cushion if the core trio are sidelined again for long stretches. He starts with Edgecombe, picked over Rutgers star Ace Bailey, who canceled a pre-draft workout with the 76ers. Edgecombe finished in the draft combine's top 10 with a 38.5-inch max vertical leap, had seven games with at least three made 3s and 11 games with three-plus steals. He shot just 34% on 3s and made just 25% (13 of 59) in off-dribble jumpers, according to Synergy's analytics rankings. Edgecombe grew up in the Bahamas and is the the nation's highest-drafted player since Deandre Ayton was the No. 1 overall pick in 2018. And now, he's a guaranteed millionaire. 'Life wasn't always great," Edgecombe said. "We weren't as fortunate as a family. I was living off generators. There's been nights I was sleeping in the heat, no electricity. Just grateful to be here today.' Embiid, Maxey and George played all of 15 games together this season and the trio played a combined 119 games. Embiid, the 2023 NBA MVP, played only 19 games. Morey said in April all three should be back at '100%' by training camp. Edgecombe will be there to greet them — with a seven-mile island that includes NBA players and fellow natives Eric Gordon and Buddy Hield. Edgecombe was part of the Bahamian national team that also includedAyton. 'It shows that other kids can make it out,' Edgecombe said. 'That's the main thing. It's telling the kids they can have confidence and showing them that once you have confidence, one you have faith, it'll work.' ___ AP NBA: recommended
Cision Canada
16-06-2025
- Science
- Cision Canada
THE BAHAMAS TAKES AGGRESSIVE STEPS TO COMBAT CORAL REEF CRISIS
-- The Bahamas Coral Gene Bank at Atlantis Paradise Island is a cornerstone of the country's national commitment to coral conservation and marine resilience -- -- The Bahamas' first coral gene bank to preserve DNA, propagate and replant coral to reverse devastation from rising ocean temperatures and a rapidly spreading disease -- PARADISE ISLAND, The Bahamas, June 16, 2025 /CNW/ -- The Bahamas has launched an aggressive national conservation initiative to address and reverse the devastating effects of warming ocean temperatures and a disease ravaging its coral reefs. The country's first coral gene bank opened today at Atlantis Paradise Island to house, propagate, and replant healthy coral on damaged reefs. The coral rescue initiative is the result of a powerful collaboration between the government of The Bahamas through the Department of Marine Resources, the Department of Environmental Planning and Protection and the Office of the Prime Minister, as well as Atlantis Paradise Island and the Atlantis Blue Project Foundation, the Perry Institute for Marine Science (PIMS), the University of The Bahamas, and the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI). "Today's opening marks a major milestone and also represents just the beginning," said Atlantis Blue Project Foundation Executive Director Debra Erickson. "The Bahamas Coral Gene Bank at Atlantis Paradise Island is more than a facility—it is a symbol of hope, a safeguard for biodiversity, and a strategic investment in long-term reef resilience. It not only strengthens national conservation capacity but also inspires young Bahamians to take on leadership roles in the stewardship of our natural resources." The Bahamas Coral Gene Bank at Atlantis Paradise Island can accommodate up to 200 large, mature coral colonies, in addition to smaller fragments and juvenile corals. Fifteen coral species have been relocated to the Atlantis Paradise Island-based biosecure Gene Bank research facility. Coral fragments collected from the ocean are placed in pristine, on-site aquaria, and once stable, they grow and reproduce quickly with the aid of innovative reproduction techniques such as lunar-cycle simulations. Part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' global Saving Animals from Extinction (SAFE) program, onsite management of the new bank is led by PIMS experts, including a former BAMSI graduate and student interns from BAMSI and the University of The Bahamas, with support from marine-life experts at Atlantis. "Coral has become increasingly endangered over the years, but the introduction of Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease completely changed the game and created extreme urgency to act," said PIMS Executive Director Dr. Craig Dahlgren. "Transmitted among corals through direct contact and water circulation, the disease has spread to all major Bahamian islands and causes a high death rate in corals. Treatments are emerging slowly, but corals need to be rescued and isolated from the disease while these methods are perfected. Our collective vision is not only to preserve coral currently under threat, but also to foster new generations of corals that, when replanted, are more resilient to disease and other dangers. Longstanding support from our partners over the past decade, including vital contributions that helped establish The Bahamas Coral Gene Bank at Atlantis Paradise Island, has been essential in making this national effort possible." The Coral Gene Bank at Atlantis Paradise Island is a pioneering initiative to ensure that no coral species in The Bahamas is lost due to disease, bleaching, or other environmental stressors. Addendum: Coral Conservation in The Bahamas The Bahamas is home to some of the world's most spectacular coral reefs. These include one of Earth's largest barrier reefs—located off Andros Island—and extensive fringing reefs surrounding most of the nation's 700 islands and 2,400 cays. These vibrant ecosystems support fisheries, tourism, and shoreline protection, but they are under increasing threat. Two of the most serious challenges facing Bahamian reefs today are Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD) and coral bleaching caused by rising ocean temperatures. In some areas, water temperatures now regularly exceed 31°C (88°F) during the summer months. These stressors are causing unprecedented coral mortality, pushing several Bahamian coral species to the brink of extinction, while many others are now classified as threatened or endangered. Without immediate action—such as the Coral Gene Bank—we may lose iconic species like pillar coral (Dendrogyra cylindrus) from The Bahamas within the next 5–10 years. Atlantis Paradise Island and the Atlantis Blue Project Foundation are proud to partner with the Perry Institute for Marine Science (PIMS), a leader in studying and addressing the spread of SCTLD across The Bahamas and in advancing efforts to protect these critical marine ecosystems. Coral Bio-Banking Corals in land-based facilities such as The Bahamas Coral Gene Bank at Atlantis Paradise Island receive regular health checks, strict water quality control, and isolation from disease exposure. These "corals in waiting" serve as a living library to preserve biodiversity and support future reef restoration. Live corals are collected from the wild and placed under expert care, where Marine Animal Care Specialists monitor their health, manage water quality, and isolate them from potential harm. These corals represent the genetic diversity needed for future reef recovery. Coral Reproduction In The Bahamas, coral reproduction is supported both sexually and asexually. Assisted sexual reproduction in laboratories helps produce genetically diverse coral offspring, as researchers encourage spawning by mimicking natural cues. Microfragmentation is used to stimulate rapid growth by cutting corals into small pieces that rapidly fuse and expand. These techniques make it possible to rebuild reefs with healthy, resilient corals. Coral Protection Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), coral nurseries, and targeted reef monitoring programs are helping protect threatened coral species across The Bahamas. By reducing damage from anchors, overfishing, and pollution, these protections create safer habitats where coral communities can recover and thrive. Coral Restoration Restoration projects across The Bahamas reintroduce nursery-grown or lab-reared corals to damaged reefs. Programs like PIMS's Reef Rescue Network—which includes sites at Atlantis—are scaling up these efforts, rebuilding reef structure, enhancing biodiversity, and giving hope for long-term reef recovery. What Is a Coral Reef? Coral reefs are underwater ecosystems built by tiny marine animals called corals, which live in colonies and create limestone skeletons. Over thousands of years, these skeletons accumulate to form vast reef structures that support a kaleidoscope of life. Corals are closely related to jellyfish and sea anemones, and they rely on warm, clear, sunlit waters to survive. Their reef structures provide shelter for over 25% of all marine life, despite covering less than 1% of the ocean floor. They also buffer shorelines from storms and erosion, and support sustainable tourism and fishing in The Bahamas. Help protect coral reefs by being a responsible visitor: refrain from touching or standing on coral, avoid handling marine life, and never remove reef pieces or shells. Always follow local marine park rules—they're designed to keep these fragile ecosystems healthy. Together, our actions can safeguard reefs for future generations.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Yahoo
Making the City Beautiful: How Bahamians built the iconic Venetian Pool — and Coral Gables
On a hot afternoon last August, the Venetian Pool in Coral Gables seemed almost idyllic. Little kids swam under the waterfall and into a cave. Their parents sunbathed under lush palm trees. With two towers and a bridge, the 60,000-square-foot Venetian Pool built from coral rock is best known for its iconic Mediterranean Revival aesthetic, akin to that of Venice, Italy. The Venetian Pool is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, a distinction city officials have long sought to maintain, and it annually attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors. Long before it became one of South Florida's most popular tourist attractions, it was an eyesore. Originally a quarry in the early 1920s, it was the source of much of the coral rock used to build homes and structures in the city. What was left after removing the rock was a large pit that wasn't very attractive to potential home buyers and developers. The solution: transform the pit into a pool. The people who quarried the coral rock to build many buildings in Coral Gables and the Venetian Pool more than a century ago were expert stonemasons from the Bahamas. Bahamians' contributions to Coral Gables, particularly their quality craftsmanship in building the city, are being highlighted this year during the city's centennial celebration. While the Venetian Pool represents the grandeur of their artistry, the two small neighborhoods where they lived showcase the durability of their work: the Golden Gate and MacFarlane Homestead subdivisions — built by both Bahamians and Black Southerners during racial segregation — feature original century-old homes in the Bahamian bungalow and shotgun wood-frame styles. All of them have survived despite hurricanes and the test of time. The Venetian Pool first opened in 1924, a year before the city was incorporated, under the name 'Venetian Casino.' It debuted with Jan Garber's orchestra playing poolside. Another draw: Orator William Jennings Bryan spoke at the pool. He was a former secretary of state who ran for president three times and served in Congress. It quickly became a popular attraction. 'The Venetian Pool was more than just the community pool, it was also a way to attract ... developers and people to purchase their homes,' said Coral Gables City Manager Carolina Vester, who started her career with the city over 20 years ago as a lifeguard at the pool and later worked as its manager. '[Coral Gables founder] George Merrick set forth big attraction events where people were coming in to purchase property, and he had to entertain them,' she said. The Venetian Pool hosted beauty contests, dance performances and aquatic shows. Jackie Ott 'The Aqua Tot' was one of many celebrities who performed. He started at the age of 4, dressing up, swimming, aquaplaning and diving through fire hoops. The pool would often also become a makeshift amphitheater where opera singers and orchestras would perform at the bottom of the drained pool. On the city's 90th anniversary, the Miami Symphony Orchestra recreated one of those music performances, assembling on the pool floor. ' Not much has actually changed of how it looked a hundred years ago to what it looks like today,' Vester said. 'And that's the beauty of preservation.' During a $2 million renovation in 1987, a 10-foot tall diving board was removed. Also, pumps were installed to recirculate water. 'We actually drain and fill the pool every single night from Memorial Day to Labor Day,' Vester said. 'That's about 820,000 gallons of water, and we don't waste it. ... We have two injection wells across the street, and they inject the water at high velocity back down into the aquifer about a hundred feet underground.' The water naturally percolates through the limestone bedrock, which acts as a filter, before it reaches the Biscayne Aquifer, Vester said. 'So we're constantly recirculating the water, both manually and naturally,' she said. 'That's very, very unique to the pool. This pool is one of a kind.' In preparation for the city's centennial anniversary celebrations, the pool has been undergoing renovations since October. It is scheduled to reopen this summer. Many locals know little about the Bahamian people who quarried the rock to build Coral Gables. At the turn of the 20th century, a large portion of Miami's Black population was from the Bahamas. Many farmers from there would travel seasonally to South Florida to work the region's agricultural crops. 'As laborers, they built churches and residences, hotels and businesses for Coral Gables, 'The City Beautiful,'' said Dorothy Jenkins Fields, a Bahamian descendant and founder of the Black Archives Foundation. 'I'm always so proud to be able to say that, because we were a big part of making it beautiful — not only with the construction, but also with the gardens and the landscaping.' Entrepreneurs advertised their construction projects in Bahamian newspapers to attract workers. The site where Coral Gables Senior High School is today was once a tent city for construction workers. By the 1920s, Bahamians became essential to the local economy. READ MORE: 'Long overdue': Historic marker celebrates Black community that helped establish Coral Gables 'These early pioneers knew how to use lumber to construct buildings, but they had no idea of how to deal with coral rock, which is the foundation of South Florida,' while Bahamians had experience using coral rock back home, said Marvin Dunn, a retired and renowned local historian and author of Black Miami in the Twentieth Century. Many houses as well as structures around the city — like the Alhambra and Douglas entrances — were built with coral rock. During this time of racial segregation and institutionalized racism, Bahamian workers faced many challenges here, including exploitation, unsafe working conditions and even displacement. 'There were no protections against accidents or injuries. Some people, in the course of building Coconut Grove and Coral Gables, died in accidents. No compensation. The amount of pay was barely above the level to sustain a family,' Dunn told WLRN. Bahamians and Black Southerners who had been living near the University of Miami were pushed out to make way for student dormitories. As part of a deal with Merrick and the university, community members moved across U.S. 1 to an area now known as the Golden Gate and MacFarlane Homestead subdivisions. ' In the mornings they would work for George Merrick. ... And in the afternoons they would come, and they would build their homes,' said Carl Leon Prime, president of the Lola B. Walker Homeowners Association and third-generation Macfarlane Homestead resident. In his neighborhood, there are 36 original bungalow and shotgun-style houses with apparent Bahamian influences that have survived for more than a century. Many are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. 'It shows real craftsmanship and attention to detail that you can't get anywhere else,' Prime said. Today, many residents of those communities are descendants of the neighborhoods' pioneering families. Leigh Cooper-Willis, 34, grew up in Golden Gate, like generations in her family before her. '[My family] came to work for George Merrick, and then they lived in this house,' said Cooper-Willis, a fourth-generation descendant. 'And then my grandfather was born on that property. Then my mother, and now I live there with my family, [with] my son.' Prime also lives in the house that his grandfather built in 1936 at another location and moved to the current spot two years later. ' We can tell the family history in the avocado trees in the yard,' Prime said. When his grandfather moved the house, a tree was already planted there. Near it is the tree that his father planted and, between them, is the avocado tree that Prime planted himself as a child. Earlier this year, the city of Coral Gables celebrated the predominantly Black neighborhood bordering Coconut Grove for its historic contributions in marking its centennial. In an opinion letter published by the Miami Herald, Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago mentioned the commission will further honor this legacy by commissioning a public sculpture to be installed at Merrick Park across from City Hall.
New York Post
19-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Yankees keep rehabbing reliever in minors to work his way back to MLB shape
Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees. Try it free The oft-injured Scott Effross is no longer technically rehabbing, but his status has not truly changed as the righty will continue to pitch in the minor leagues and attempt to work his way up to The Bronx. Effross' rehab clock ran out Sunday, when he was returned from his rehab assignment and reinstated from the 15-day injured list but optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Advertisement The Yankees want to see more from Effross, who had pitched 3 ¹/₃ scoreless innings in three games in the Florida Coast League and with Double-A Somerset before allowing two runs on four hits with Somerset on Saturday. Scott Effross has finished his rehab from a spring hamstring injury, but is staying in Triple-A to work his way back into form. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post 'Really, it's about him pitching and stacking days and weeks to where you start to get that polish again,' manager Aaron Boone said before finishing the Subway Series in The Bronx. 'Hopefully, he can do that and put himself in a position to be in the mix.' Advertisement Effross' injuries have been numerous and cruel. The Yankees dealt for the righty at the 2022 deadline, and he impressed (2.13 ERA in 13 games) before requiring Tommy John surgery. While rehabbing the elbow, he underwent back surgery in December 2023. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND YANKEES STATS He made it back to the majors last September, but for only three games. His stuff was particularly encouraging this spring, but he strained his hamstring during his first game in the Grapefruit League. Advertisement He suffered a setback with the hamstring in early April, but it is now his stuff and crispness that need to return rather than his health. Scott Effross returned from 2022 Tommy John surgery to pitch in three games at the end of 2024. Robert Sabo for NY Post The Yankees, who boosted their bullpen this weekend by activating Jonathan Loáisiga, have a strong group that perhaps Effross, who owns a great sweeper, can join with a better minor league showing. 'Keep going, going stacking,' Boone said of the message to Effross. Advertisement Go beyond the box score with the Bombers Sign up for Inside the Yankees by Greg Joyce, exclusively on Sports+. Thank you Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Enjoy this Post Sports+ exclusive newsletter! Check out more newsletters JT Brubaker, who broke three ribs while trying to avoid a comebacker in camp, began a rehab assignment with High-A Hudson Valley. Chisholm (oblique strain) took ground balls at second and hit in the cage. The infielder also chatted for a long while with Mets first base coach Antoan Richardson. They are both Bahamians. — Additional reporting by Mark W. Sanchez
