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The New York Mets will formally enter a new era when they host the Pittsburgh Pirates on March 26, but it will be much easier for the Flushing Faithful to stomach an Opening Day without Pete Alonso, Brandon Nimmo and Edwin Diaz if Francisco Lindor is manning shortstop. The four-time Silver Slugger and five-time All-Star […]

Recently, it was announced that the New York Mets would be optioning star pitching prospect Jonah Tong to Triple-A ahead of the 2026 MLB season. The surprising news comes as the Mets’ spring training begins to wind down, with the regular season now just weeks away. Now, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is explaining what went […]

The New York Mets are currently just a few weeks away from kicking off their 2026 MLB season, one that will be filled with expectations. The Mets are hoping that star shortstop Francisco Lindor will be ready once things get underway after suffering an injury prior to spring training getting underway last month. Recently, the […]

It’s the middle of spring training as teams around MLB are aiming to finalize their rosters for the upcoming 2026 campaign. The New York Mets made a roster move with Jonath Tong on Tuesday that may come as a surprise to many. The 22-year-old right-handed pitcher is officially being optioned to Triple-A Syracuse. He will […]

The World Baseball Classic provides professional baseball players the opportunity to represent their country, but it could also give them an extended look at the competition they will face during the MLB season. While playing for Team USA, Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber is getting the chance to spend some time with New York Mets […]

With New York Mets star Freddy Peralta getting the Opening Day nod, there is no denying that talks around a contract extension for the pitcher are around, despite not having pitched a regular season game. As the conversation around a contract extension with the Mets and Peralta will be ongoing, the star would give insight […]

The Toronto Blue Jays came within three outs of a World Series title in 2025, but new comments from former shortstop Bo Bichette revealed the postseason run came with a major challenge behind the scenes. The Blue Jays’ deep postseason run in 2025 now includes a candid admission about the star’s health during the most […]

Bo Bichette was linked to multiple teams in MLB free agency this past offseason. It seemed as if Bichette was close to signing with the Philadelphia Phillies, but he ultimately ended up with the New York Mets. While he’s happy to be with the Mets, Bichette understands that he may receive some boos from Phillies […]

The New York Mets are currently taking part in spring training as they gear up for the upcoming 2026 regular season. The Mets are hoping to bounce back after missing the playoffs altogether last year, and they had a mixed bag of a free agency period, losing Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz but signing Bo […]

Freddy Peralta was traded to the New York Mets this offseason from the Milwaukee Brewers. Now that he’s the ace in New York, there are some expectations that he will eventually sign a new contract extension. On Wednesday, Peralta shared his response to possibly signing a new deal with his new team. While guest appearing […]

Team USA is fielding a stacked roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, with pool play beginning on the sixth of March when they take on Team Brazil at Daikin Park. Their pitching staff, in particular, is going to be boasting the likes of Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal, the reigning Cy Young Award winners […]

The New York Mets are currently preparing for the upcoming 2025 MLB season, which is slated to begin later this month. Meanwhile, some of their players are also gearing up for the World Baseball Classic, which is underway this week. Recently, the Mets got some troubling news on young pitcher Nolan McLean, who “experienced vertigo-like […]

The New York Mets received a hopeful Francisco Lindor injury update during Spring Training, strengthening belief in his Opening Day return. The 5x All-Star played catch and now aims to take batting practice next. That step matters. The Mets need their star shortstop ready as Opening Day is closing in. Spring Training already tested the […]

New York Mets starting pitcher Nolan McLean is looking to make an impact in the upcoming World Baseball Classic. However, he recently dealt with “vertigo-like symptoms,” according to MLB insider Mark Feinsand. So, is McLean still going to pitch for Team USA in the WBC? “Nolan McLean experienced vertigo-like symptoms on Friday night, so he […]

Nolan McLean may not enter 2026 as the betting favorite for NL Rookie of the Year, but he stands as one of the most realistic challengers to Konnor Griffin and JJ Wetherholt. The Mets’ right-hander already owns proven MLB success, while Griffin and Wetherholt are preparing for their first full exposure to big-league competition. That […]

While it’s true that New York Mets star Juan Soto may have to change his approach, he believes his team is capable of winning it all. And his overall attitude and approach are among the reasons Soto will upset Shohei Ohtani in the 2026 NL MVP race. Certainly, Ohtani has a huge advantage out of […]

In an effort to bolster their pitching rotation, the New York Mets made a blockbuster trade with the Milwaukee Brewers for Freddy Peralta. But with Peralta set to be a free agent after the season, the Mets must conjure up a long-term plan. While there haven’t been extensive talks yet, New York doesn’t want the […]

An offseason of change has led to renewed optimism for the New York Mets. While star shortstop Francisco Lindor rehabs from a broken hamate bone in his left hand, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza had an update on his recovery. According to MLB insider Mark Feinsand, Mendoza said Lindor could be back by Opening Day, yet […]

Having a good bullpen is basically a prerequisite to mounting a push for the World Series crown. This has been tested and proven over the past decade or so, and the New York Mets know that having a reliable relief corps would go a long way towards fueling the redemption arc they’re hoping to embark […]

At this time last year, the New York Mets were reveling in their brilliant 2024 run to the NLCS, and an offseason that saw them land All-Star right fielder Juan Soto. Presently, the franchise’s short-term future is uncertain, and its 2026 postseason hopes could be best described as cautiously optimistic. Across 160 contests in 2025, […]

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto delivered a straightforward message as the 2026 season approaches. The goal is a World Series title. Speaking from the club’s spring training complex in Port St. Lucie, Florida, Soto reinforced championship expectations and made it clear he didn’t come to Queens to settle for anything less than the sport’s […]

The New York Mets believe Freddy Peralta is the missing link to a deep postseason run in 2026, and they are reaffirming their confidence by naming him the starting pitcher for their Opening Day game against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates. Nolan McLean had a compelling case after recording a magnificent 2.06 ERA and 57 strikeouts […]

The air of mystery surrounding Luis Robert Jr. mirrors the enigmatic nature of the Steve Cohen-owned New York Mets. Both have entered the season with high expectations in the past, only to stumble and lose trust with fans. Now, there is a significant amount of uncertainty hovering above the franchise and its new center fielder […]

The New York Mets acquired Freddy Peralta to address what was arguably the biggest reason they were sitting at home during the 2025 playoffs. Therefore, the following news should come as no surprise. The veteran right-handed starting pitcher will take the mound for his new team on Opening Day, per MLB.com’s Anthony DiComo. Peralta will […]

Three-time All-Star Marcus Semien is starting a new chapter in his MLB career, as he’s about to play in his first season with the New York Mets. The 35-year-old Semien is now part of New York’s infield that also features shortstop Francisco Lindor after he was traded by the Texas Rangers to the NL East […]

The New York Mets have been wheeling and dealing for the last two years, as they are attempting to build a roster filled with superstars that can compete for a World Series this season. The Minnesota Twins, meanwhile, were the biggest sellers at last year’s trade deadline. They moved almost everybody of note except for […]

The New York Mets are closely monitoring Jorge Polanco’s transition to first base as spring training unfolds in Port St. Lucie, Florida. After reshaping their infield this offseason, the club is counting on the veteran switch-hitter to step into a new defensive role. His early reps at camp have quickly emerged as one of the […]

The World Baseball Classic is right around the corner, beginning on Mar. 5. One of those slated to play for Team USA is Nolan McLean of the New York Mets. He is coming off a stellar spring training start that has named him a potential Cy Young Award candidate. On Thursday, McLean laid out his […]

While the New York Mets and Juan Soto can strike fear in other teams with their lineup, their rotation may not be up to the same speed. That means adding an arm. And here is the Mets’ perfect trade offer for the Twins’ Joe Ryan. The Mets sputtered to an 83-79 finish in the 2025 […]

New York Mets prospect Nolan McLean made his spring training debut in Thursday’s contest against the Houston Astros. Manager Carlos Mendoza gave McLean four innings of work, and MLB’s No. 6 prospect looked like a Cy Young Award candidate with his performance. McLean, who is 24 years old, threw six strikeouts while allowing just one […]

It was a productive season for the New York Mets after they signed Bo Bichette to a contract that gives them one of the game’s best hitters. Then, the Mets traded for Freddy Peralta to bolster their rotation. Things look good for the team in Queens as Opening Day creeps closer, with many believing they […]

When it comes to the New York Mets’ bullpen, all eyes will be on new signees Devin Williams and Luke Weaver. However, there is another relief pitcher that will be drawing plenty of attention. Former eighth-round pick Ryan Lambert is trying to make his mark in spring training. He has tried plenty of strategies to […]

The New York Mets are currently taking part in spring training as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 MLB season. The Mets recently got some bad news when it was revealed that star shortstop Francisco Lindor was undergoing surgery on his hand, although it’s possible that the recovery does not extend into the upcoming regular […]

Carlos Mendoza, manager of the New York Mets, is not hiding the club’s defensive plans for Juan Soto in 2026. With the superstar outfielder set to move to left field full-time, Mendoza has stressed that defense tops the improvement list for a club determined to tighten up its run prevention ahead of Opening Day 2026. […]

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor may be recovering from hamate bone surgery, but his message from camp is clear. The standard remains elite. As the Mets adjust on the fly this spring, their veteran star is setting the tone with his voice now and preparing to lead with his bat when he returns. For […]

The New York Mets traded Pete Crow-Armstrong to the Chicago Cubs back in 2021 in exchange for Javier Baez and Trevor Williams. Since then, Crow-Armstrong has developed his game and become an emerging superstar for Chicago last season. Leading up to the 2026 campaign, Crow-Armstrong opened up about that trade back in 2021. Some believe […]

With the New York Mets in the midst of spring training to prepare for the 2026 season, the team has been in the headlines due to the players they have lost, such as Edwin Diaz and especially Pete Alonso. While Alonso is now with the Baltimore Orioles after exiting the Mets, agent Scott Boras would […]

Recently, the New York Mets received some bad news when it was announced that star Francisco Lindor had undergone a procedure to repair his left hamate bone. The surgery doesn’t necessarily jeopardize Lindor’s status for Opening Day next month, but it still put a sizable dent in the Mets’ spring training plans as the season […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have an embarrassment of riches when it comes to talent. Of course, they are led by the two-time reigning National League MVP, Shohei Ohtani. While he may be the favorite to win the award for a third straight season, New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto has other plans. Soto recognizes what […]