Nobody deserves more blame for Edwin Diaz departing for the Los Angeles Dodgers than Steve Cohen and the New York Mets organization.

The New York State Gaming Commission voted to issue Hard Rock International and Mets owner Steve Cohen a gaming license, clearing the way for an $8.1 billion casino project near Citi Field in Queens.

Hedge fund billionaire Steve Cohen, Genting Group and Bally’s Corp. each won formal approval to open casinos in New York, marking the first time in the city’s modern history that full-scale gambling parlors will operate legally inside the five boroughs.

The New York Mets owner sent a message to fans who were disappointed after three long-time stars joined new teams.

Losing Díaz, who posted a 1.63 ERA in his walk year, will hurt, though the team already found a replacement in Devin Williams. The 31-year-old Williams is coming off a down season with the New York Yankees, posting a 4.79 ERA, but his peripherals suggest a bounce-back year could be on tap.

It’s a Big Apple casino jackpot. Three high-profile casino projects got their final approval Monday from the state’s gaming commission – the last hurdle to bring Las Vegas-style gambling to the city.

Steve Cohen sent the New York Mets a sincere message amid a disappointing MLB offseason in which Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz have signed elsewhere in the league.

Steve Cohen ’s vision is starting to come together. The $8 billion proposal to open a casino and resort complex next to the Mets ’ Citi Field won approval Monday, paving the way for Queens’ Willets Point to continue its growth as an entertainment destination.

New York radio host Joe Beningo criticized Mets owner Steve Cohen and president David Stearns for allowing Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz to leave in free agency.