Maurize at New York News Network looks at what the new Willets Point stop along the No. 7 will be named. That stop, of course, serves Shea Stadium and will also serve Citi Field, the new Mets ballpark.
He reports:
Citigroup and the Mets seemingly have a Velcro branding relationship, but it is not clear whether the MTA will accept a name change to “Willets Point-Citi Field.”
So far they are not saying. MTA spokeswoman Mercedes Padilla told New York News Network that “We haven't made any decision” on a name change for the train station.
In response to an inquiry, a Mets spokesperson said, “The Mets are in continuing dialogue with the MTA on a variety of topics at this time primarily focused on enhanced and expanded service on the 7 Subway and LIRR. The name of the station will not change for 2007 or 2008.”
But what about in 2009, when Citi Field is supposed to be completed?
Hey, the Tracker hopes they’ll name the stop after Jackie Robinson, seeing how an honor to him is segregated to a special “entry rotunda” at the new “Citi Field” stadium
- Chuck Bennett
