NEW YORK – Mets general manager Jared Porter sent graphic, uninvited text messages and images to a female reporter in 2016 when he was working for the Chicago Cubs, ESPN reported Monday night.Porter sent dozens of texts to the woman, concluding with a picture of “an erect, naked penis,” according to the report.
ESPN said it obtained a copy of the text history. New York hired the 41-year-old Porter last month. He agreed to a four-year contract after spending the past four seasons with the Arizona Diamondbacks as senior vice president and assistant general manager.“I have spoken directly with Jared Porter regarding events that took place in 2016 of which we were made aware tonight for the first time.