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Keith Hernandez Trolls Steve Gelbs Over Jets' Geno Smith Trade
Mets legend pokes fun at SNY broadcast partner after surprising NFL news
Published on Mar. 11, 2026
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During a spring training broadcast, Mets legend Keith Hernandez had some fun at the expense of his SNY broadcast partner Steve Gelbs after news broke that the Jets were bringing back quarterback Geno Smith in a trade. Hernandez jokingly offered to take over for Gelbs, who covers the Jets, after Gelbs sounded exasperated reading the news.
Why it matters
The exchange between the two SNY personalities provided some lighthearted entertainment for viewers, highlighting the rapport and banter between the longtime broadcast partners. It also drew attention to the Jets' surprising decision to reacquire Smith, whose previous stint with the team was marked by controversy and inconsistent play.
The details
After Gelbs mentioned the Jets' trade for Smith, Hernandez expressed curiosity about who the Jets traded in the deal. When they learned the details - the Jets getting a 7th-round pick and the Raiders getting a 6th-rounder - Hernandez jokingly offered to take over for Gelbs, who covers the Jets, saying "Steve, are you OK? I can take over for you for a half inning if you want here." Gelbs responded "It is what it is here," leading Hernandez to let out a big chuckle.
- The exchange took place during Tuesday's spring training game between the Mets and Cardinals.
The players
Keith Hernandez
A former Mets player and World Series winner who is now an SNY broadcaster.
Steve Gelbs
An SNY broadcaster who covers the New York Jets.
Geno Smith
A quarterback who is returning to the New York Jets after previous stints with the team, Giants, Chargers, Seahawks, Broncos and Raiders.
What they’re saying
“I'd like to know who they trade.”
— Keith Hernandez
“I don't expect it would be all that much.”
— Steve Gelbs
“Steve, are you OK? I can take over for you for a half inning if you want here.”
— Keith Hernandez
“It is what it is here.”
— Steve Gelbs
What’s next
The Jets will look to integrate Geno Smith back into their offense as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season.
The takeaway
The lighthearted exchange between the two SNY broadcasters highlighted their long-standing rapport and provided some entertaining commentary around the Jets' surprising decision to reacquire a quarterback with a checkered past in Geno Smith.
