Keith Hernandez’s wish as SNY contract expires

Keith Hernandez is going through free agency once again.

The SNY star analyst and legendary Mets first baseman’s SNY contract is up following his 20th season calling games for the network, he told The Post’s Mike Puma.

Hernandez, 71, said he would like to continue in his current role alongside former teammate and fellow analyst Ron Darling and play-by-play man Gary Cohen.

“My contract has run out, but I would love to continue in the booth,” Hernandez told The Post in a Q&A released Friday.

“I enjoy what I do.”

Hernandez is a staple of what many consider to be the best television broadcast in baseball, with the three forming the “Gary, Keith and Ron” booth.

The 1979 National League MVP is known for colorful analysis, both for what’s happening on the diamond and away from the field, along with his emphasis on “fundies.”

Hernandez signed a three-year deal to remain with SNY prior to the 2023 season, and the broadcast trio’s 20 years together is the longest stretch of any Mets announcers.

He joined SNY in 2006 for the network’s debut after previously working Mets broadcasts for MSG.

Hernandez has won three Emmys during his 20 years behind the mic for the network, taking homing top “Sports Analyst” honors in 2009, 2012 and 2015.

Lending his voice to games had enhanced Hernandez’s already stellar Mets resume that landed him in the team’s Hall of Fame and seen his No. 17 jersey retired.

Hernandez played for the Mets from 1983-89, helping the team win its last title in 1986.

He also shined for the Cardinals from 1974-83 during a 17-season career that ended with 43 games in Cleveland.

In his Q&A with The Post, Hernandez called for Mets top baseball executive David Stearns to add an ace this offseason following this season’s shocking collapse.

“Most definitely. Pitching has always been the name of the game,” he told Puma. “You can look to the ’69 Mets, who dominated with pitching. That’s the part of the game that will never change.”