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Healthy, quality pitching an issue for Cubs, Mets

Healthy, quality pitching an issue for Cubs, Mets

Francisco Lindor will likely return to the New York Mets this week. But unless the five-time All-Star shortstop suddenly has figured out how to pitch, he may not be much help for the Mets, last in the National League East.

Juan Soto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 22
Juan Soto sends strong message to Mets after series loss to Phillies

Juan Soto sends strong message to Mets after series loss to Phillies

The New York Mets’ season from hell continues. On Sunday night, the Mets lost once more, ending their three-game set against the Philadelphia Phillies on a low note in a 6-2 defeat.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 22
Phillies' Kyle Schwarber pursuing multiple all-time HR records

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber pursuing multiple all-time HR records

It was always going to be difficult for Kyle Schwarber to match or exceed his eye-popping 2025 season. Last season, he clubbed 56 home runs, two shy of tying the Philadelphia Phillies' single-season record, drove in 132 runs and slugged .563. 

Phillies star Bryce Harper's cycle punctuates horrid night for Mets
Phillies' Bryce Harper breaks out of slump in big win over Mets
Mets’ Bo Bichette rapidly raising trade value before deadline
The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
David Peterson News / Mets Merized Online / June 21

Mets Drop Series In Philadelphia Behind Peterson’s Early Struggles

Sports, and specifically baseball, can have patterns to them. As a season churns along, games start to mirror each other, even if they do not occur in the exact same way.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

The 'MLB playoff debut strikeouts leaders' quiz
The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz
The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / June 21

Mets embarrass themselves on national television for second straight night

If you watched yesterday’s game, today’s game was pretty much the same game again, as the Mets fell to the Phillies 6-2 to lose the series in Philadelphia.

MLB News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / June 21
Francisco Lindor Nearing Return to Mets

Francisco Lindor Nearing Return to Mets

The New York Mets have missed their de facto captain for much of this season. That, of course, is Francisco Lindor, who has been on the injured list for two months with a left calf strain.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 21
Christian Scott Could Return From IL When First Eligible

Christian Scott Could Return From IL When First Eligible

Mets righty Christian Scott emerged from a bullpen session on Sunday without any issues. He’s working his way back from a right hip impingement. Scott is on track to return to the club sometime next weekend, assuming he avoids any setbacks, per Anthony DiComo of MLB.com.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 21
Mets’ Bo Bichette rapidly raising trade value before deadline

Mets’ Bo Bichette rapidly raising trade value before deadline

Even though he was met with a strange lack of interest this past offseason, Bichette could be a hot commodity at the trade deadline.

Astros reportedly taking surprising approach to trade deadline
Tigers’ asking price for Tarik Skubal has been revealed
Phillies' Kyle Schwarber pursuing multiple all-time HR records
Bryce Harper explains adjustment before hitting for cycle
Pirates going through familiar story by wasting Paul Skenes' starts
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / June 21

Early Look At The Mets’ Offseason Payroll Situation

To be blunt, the 2026 season has not gone to plan for the New York Mets. If the season continues to trend how it’s been, the organization will be in for a long offseason.

MLB News / Yardbarker
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / June 21
Building a realistic Freddy Peralta trade board for the Mets

Building a realistic Freddy Peralta trade board for the Mets

There is a version of the Freddy Peralta trade conversation where the Mets can still get something useful, but it probably requires them to admit what this season has become.

Freddy Peralta News / Total Pro Sports / June 21
'I’m Not Worried' – Freddy Peralta Responds To Allowing 10 Runs In Career-Worst Outing Amid Ongoing Struggles With Mets

'I’m Not Worried' – Freddy Peralta Responds To Allowing 10 Runs In Career-Worst Outing Amid Ongoing Struggles With Mets

Freddy Peralta became one of the most reliable starting pitchers over his first eight seasons in the MLB. His reputation prompted the New York Mets to acquire him in a trade deal this winter to be the ace of their rotation.

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The 'College World Series winners' quiz
 The 'College World Series winners' quiz
The 'NBA assist champions' quiz
 The 'NBA assist champions' quiz
The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz
 The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz
The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz
 The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz
Luke Weaver News / New York Mets on SI / June 21
Luke Weaver Is Handing Mets a Win-Win Scenario Before Trade Deadline

Luke Weaver Is Handing Mets a Win-Win Scenario Before Trade Deadline

The New York Mets are entering play on Saturday afternoon with a five-game deficit in the National League playoff hunt, leaving their trade deadline direction completely up in the air.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 20
Phillies' Bryce Harper breaks out of slump in big win over Mets

Phillies' Bryce Harper breaks out of slump in big win over Mets

Just a couple of days removed from his manager and the team's president having to field questions about his struggles at the plate, Bryce Harper accomplished a career-first on Saturday night. 

Phillies star Bryce Harper's cycle punctuates horrid night for Mets
Phillies' Don Mattingly, Dave Dombrowski address Bryce Harper's struggles
Mets' Juan Soto had secret weapon for latest multi-homer game
The '30 or more home runs in 2021' quiz
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 20
Even Mets’ Carlos Mendoza was impressed by ‘unreal’ Brazil-Haiti World Cup atmosphere

Even Mets’ Carlos Mendoza was impressed by ‘unreal’ Brazil-Haiti World Cup atmosphere

World Cup fever has surrounded the United States with plenty of excitement throughout the nation. New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is no stranger to this after witnessing Brazil’s match against Haiti on June 19.

Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / June 20
Mets Announce Francisco Lindor Update After 51 Straight Missed Games

Mets Announce Francisco Lindor Update After 51 Straight Missed Games

The New York Mets have been without one of their biggest superstars since late April. Shortstop Francisco Lindor has missed 51 straight games after suffering a left calf strain.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / June 20
The Mets got two injury updates that actually pointed in the right direction

The Mets got two injury updates that actually pointed in the right direction

The Mets got two pieces of real progress on the same day, which has not been the easiest sentence to write about this roster lately. Christian Scott threw a clean bullpen session, and Francisco Lindor is moving his rehab to Triple-A Syracuse tomorrow.

Tyrone Taylor News / New York Mets on SI / June 20
Tyrone Taylor's Pending Return Helps Mets in Multiple Ways

Tyrone Taylor's Pending Return Helps Mets in Multiple Ways

While Francisco Lindor's rehab assignment drew most of the attention in Binghamton on Friday, Tyrone Taylor quietly delivered a reminder of his value to the Mets.

Francisco Lindor News / Total Pro Sports / June 20
Francisco Lindor Shares Latest Injury Update For Mets Fans

Francisco Lindor Shares Latest Injury Update For Mets Fans

Francisco Lindor returned just in time for the start of the 2026 campaign after missing spring training due to a right hamate bone surgery. However, the New York Mets shortstop struggled with the bat following his return while the team made a dreadful start.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 19
Mets delivering clutch hits at expense of Phillies' bullpen

Mets delivering clutch hits at expense of Phillies' bullpen

The New York Mets will look to win their third straight game when they visit the Philadelphia Phillies for the second game of a three-game series on Saturday after a rare mid-series off day not created by weather.

Nolan McLean News / Empire Sports Media / June 19
Nolan McLean is giving the Mets two different pitchers, and only one of them helps

Nolan McLean is giving the Mets two different pitchers, and only one of them helps

Nolan McLean has given the Mets two completely different pitchers in the span of five days, and both of them were real. On June 12 against Atlanta, he lasted four innings, walked four, and gave up two runs while striking out six.

Bo Bichette News / Total Pro Sports / June 19
Why the Mets Could Still Move Bo Bichette Before the Trade Deadline?

Why the Mets Could Still Move Bo Bichette Before the Trade Deadline?

Bo Bichette was expected to make a big impact on the New York Mets after signing a three-year, $126 million contract with opt-outs. However, the two-time All-Star is going through one of his worst seasons in the MLB, with the team also having a poor campaign.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / June 18
Juan Soto homers twice to lead Mets past Phillies

Juan Soto homers twice to lead Mets past Phillies

Juan Soto homered twice, and Marcus Semien drove in a pair of insurance runs as the visiting New York Mets posted a 6-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday.

New York Mets News / Just Baseball / June 16
The Impact of Losing Christian Scott Shows How Valuable He Has Become

The Impact of Losing Christian Scott Shows How Valuable He Has Become

Two year ago, before the emergence of top prospects Nolan McLean, Brandon Sproat and Jonah Tong, it was Christian Scott who was the top pitching prospect in the Mets system.

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