BINGHAMTON, NY - The Binghamton Mets and New York Mets today announced a four-year extension of their Player Development Contract, securing the B-Mets as New York's Double-A affiliate through the 2016 season. The Binghamton Mets have been affiliated with New York for the past 21 seasons.

"We are pleased to continue our affiliation agreement with the New York Mets and as this season draws to a close, we look forward to our 22^nd year as a New York Mets affiliate in 2013," said team owner Mike Urda.

Founded in 1992, after the New York Mets moved the Williamsport Bills to the Southern Tier, the Binghamton Mets have been a proud affiliate since day one. In their 21-year history they have garnered two Eastern League titles and produced a long list of notable alumni.

The Binghamton Mets open their 2013 home schedule against the New Hampshire Fisher Cats on Thursday, April 11 at 6:35 PM.

Tickets are still available for Binghamton's final homestand of the season as they welcome in the Trenton Thunder, the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, for a four-game set starting Friday, August 31st. Visit our online ticket store or call 723-METS to purchase tickets.