Kevin Long is switching boroughs, but remaining in New York City. Shortly after being fired as hitting coach with the Yankees, the Mets have hired Long for the same role. "Kevin's experience, success and wealth of knowledge make him the perfect fit as our hitting instructor," general manager Sandy Alderson said in a statement on Thursday. "This is a very positive step for the Mets. We welcome Kevin and his wife Marcey to the Mets family." Read more http://espn.go.com/new-york/mlb/sto...rk-yankees-hitting-coach-kevin-long-same-role
