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What gave the Mets an advantage in hiring Snicker was a web of existing relationships and shared organizational philosophies. Snicker’s prior work with Astros’ analytical staff, particularly Jeff Albert—the Mets new hit director at the major league level—was a critical factor. Jeff Albert, a former Cardinals hitting coach, previously worked alongside Snicker in Houston, and together they pioneered advanced measures in batting development, including the hit lab and biomechanical analysis.