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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 16

Former member of 1969 New York Mets passes away at 87

Dr. Ron Taylor, a relief pitcher who helped the New York Mets win the 1969 World Series, died Monday at age 87 following a lengthy illness. The right-hander wore five uniforms throughout his career, also winning a championship as a member of the 1964 St.

Pete Alonso News / New York Mets on SI / June 16

Ex-GM asserts blockbuster trade could influence Pete Alonso's Mets future

One of the more shocking MLB trades in recent memory occurred on June 15, when the Boston Red Sox traded star infielder Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants in exchange for left-handed pitcher Kyle Harrison, right-handed pitcher Jordan Hicks, outfield prospect James Tibbs, and minor league right-handed pitcher Jose Bello.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / June 16

Mets Announce Pete Alonso, Juan Soto News After Third Straight Loss

The Mets are looking to rebound from their first series sweep of the season after dropping the latest set against the Tampa Bay Rays. Despite two strong shutout performances from the pitching staff earlier in the week, New York struggled to maintain consistency, and the offense seemed out of sync at the plate.

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Francisco Lindor News / New York Mets on SI / June 16

Francisco Lindor on track for first All-Star Game with Mets

Will this be the season Francisco Lindor finally makes the All-Star Game with the New York Mets? Major League Baseball released its first All-Star Game ballot on Monday, with Lindor leading the charge among National League shortstops.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / June 16

Mets Receive Major News on Injured Pitcher

The New York Mets came into their series vs. the Tampa Bay Rays with a six-game winning streak, but the latter club swept them at home to halt their momentum.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 16

Traditional NL East rivals Mets, Braves finally meet Tuesday

The New York Mets could do more damage to the Atlanta Braves' fleeting playoff hopes when the National League East rivals meet on Tuesday for the first time this season to start a three-game set in Atlanta.

Jett Williams News / New York Mets on SI / June 16

Mets' top prospect earns minor league player of the week honors

The New York Mets' top ranked prospect continues to impress in minor league action. On Monday, Jett Williams was named Eastern League Player of the Week after a tremendous 5-game stretch with the Mets Double-A affiliate, the Binghamton Rumble Ponies.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / June 16

Players of the Week: Nimmo, Peterson Exemplify Clutch

The Mets had a seesaw week. They had six games, three against the Nationals and three against the Rays. The Mets started the week strong, sweeping the Nationals behind some strong pitching performances and solid at-bats.

Griffin Canning News / New York Mets on SI / June 16

Insider makes bold Griffin Canning Mets free agency declaration

While there have been several starting pitchers on the New York Mets who have impressed to this point in the season, perhaps the most unexpected was Griffin Canning.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / June 16

3 Up, 3 Down: Mets Humbled By Rays In Sweep

What could go wrong, did go wrong this weekend for the New York Mets. For the very first time in 2025, the Mets found themselves on the wrong end of a series sweep.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 16

Mets' rotation struggles as injuries and inconsistencies persist

The New York Mets find themselves in unfamiliar territory for the first time in 2025. Not only were they swept for the first time this season after losing three straight to the Tampa Bay Rays, but the starting rotation struggled and now faces questions.

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Griffin Canning News / Mets Merized Online / June 16

Rays Rough Up Canning

Before Sunday, the Mets had only one outing in which a starter gave up more than four earned runs. After Max Kranick gave up a two-run double to Jonathan Aranda in the fifth inning of the series finale against the Rays, scoring the fifth and sixth earned runs attributed to Griffin Canning, that changed.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 16

Braves activate Stuart Fairchild, DFA Jose Azocar

The Braves announced this morning that they’ve activated outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the injured list. Outfielder Jose Azocar was designated for assignment to make room for Fairchild on the active roster.

Francisco Lindor News / Yardbarker / June 16

Why Mets aren't worried about Lindor toe injury ahead of summer

Why Mets aren't worried about Francisco Lindor toe injury ahead of summer

Lindor suffered a broken pinky toe when he was hit by a pitch during the June 4 game against the Dodgers.

Mets get best possible news on Kodai Senga

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 16

Mets swept for the first time this season after ugly loss to Rays

For the first time this season, the New York Mets were the victims of a series sweep. After entering their three-game series against the Tampa Rays on

Kodai Senga News / New York Mets on SI / June 16

Insider reveals new Kodai Senga injury recovery timeline

New York Mets ace Kodai Senga suffered a hamstring strain while covering first base in the sixth inning of his team's June 12 game against the Washington Nationals.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 15

Mets’ Carlos Mendoza reveals date for Mark Vientos rehab stint

The New York Mets were swept for the first time all season this weekend by the Tampa Bay Rays. Their excellent offense and pitching both disappeared at different points, leading to frustrating home losses.

Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 15

Pete Alonso gets brutally honest on potentially spending his whole career with Mets

New York Mets star Pete Alonso is a fan favorite for the club. Alonso is having a special season with the Mets, and he is now addressing the possibility of finishing his career with New York.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 15

Rays riding contributions of former Mets into finale vs. New York

It mostly has been a charmed year for the New York Mets. Their stars generally have played like stars, and their starting pitching unexpectedly has been excellent, allowing them to compile the best record in the National League.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Mets Facing Potential Clay Holmes Problem After Kodai Senga Injury

In hindsight, maybe we worried too much about New York Mets pitcher Clay Holmes' move to the starting rotation. A former All-Star closer with the crosstown Yankees, Holmes has been everything the Mets envisioned.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 14

Mets provide several injury updates

Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns and manager Carlos Mendoza each provided several injury updates when speaking with reporters.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 13

Mets get best possible news on Kodai Senga

The New York Mets may have averted disaster.

Ex-Brewers starting pitcher gets his trade wish granted

Red Sox announce trade with Twins after Marcelo Mayer news

Jose Altuve, Astros show true potential in win over Twins

Diamondbacks star reliever to undergo Tommy John surgery

Athletics pitcher likely done for season due to hip surgery

New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 13

New York Mets Send Message to Minor League Pitchers: Your Time Probably Isn't Now

The New York Mets are down a starter after Kodai Senga landed on the injured list with a hamstring strain on Friday. That doesn’t mean any of the minor league pitchers hopeful of a call up from Triple-A Syracuse or Double-A Binghamton should start packing for a trip to the Big Apple.