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Brett Baty Earns Praise From Carlos Mendoza After Mets’ Win Over Angels

The New York Mets have several of baseball's best players, but they also have an unexpected hero. Infielder Brett Baty is having a career year, and he continued his good form in Monday's 7-5 win over the Los Angeles Angels.

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Brett Baty triggers and caps Mets' four-run rally over Angels

Brett Baty hit a two-run homer to trigger a comeback and scored the tie-breaking run in the eighth inning Monday night for the host New York Mets, who beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-5 in the opener of a three-game series.

MLB News / Amazin' Avenue / July 21

Mets 7, Angels 5—Mets benefit from Angels’ putrid defense to steal a win

The Mets fell behind 4-0 but battled back to win their second straight game. Some people say it’s better to be lucky than good. Well, it’s not fair to

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in six minutes?

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Francisco Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Mets’ Francisco Alvarez earns massive ovation in MLB return at Citi Field

The New York Mets gave fans something to cheer about Monday night as Francisco Alvarez made his highly anticipated return to the big-league lineup. The 23-year-old Mets catcher was called up after a dominant stretch in Triple-A, and the crowd at Citi Field made sure he felt the love.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Mets acquire familiar bullpen help after Yankees DFA

The New York Mets have made a timely MLB roster move, reclaiming right-handed pitcher Rico Garcia off waivers from the New York Yankees after his recent DFA.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 21

Carlos Mendoza reveals Starling Marte’s return timeline from knee injury

Ahead of what could be a busy trade deadline for the New York Mets, manager Carlos Mendoza provided an update on the return of one of the team’s star players.

Luis Robert News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Mets GM Makes Trade Statement After Luis Robert Jr. Report

The New York Mets are in position to make another NLCS run, and possibly even more if things break right. They're currently a half-game out of first place in the NL East and one game behind the Milwaukee Brewers for the NL's top Wild Card spot.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / July 21

Game Chat: Angels vs Mets, 7:10 PM

Monday, July 21, 2025 • 7:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY LHP Tyler Anderson (2-6, 4.34) vs. RHP Kodai Senga (7-3, 1.39) SNY The Mets escaped the weekend with the Reds!

New York Mets News / A to Z Sports / July 21

Comment from New York Mets GM David Stearns likely confirms former Tennessee Vols outfielder Drew Gilbert's fate for the 2025 season

Former Tennessee Vols outfielder Drew Gilbert has been tearing it up recently for the Syracuse Mets, the New York Mets' Triple-A affiliate. Gilbert's

David Stearns News / New York Mets on SI / July 21

Mets' David Stearns gives telling update on trade deadline plans

The New York Mets' head baseball decision maker has spoken. On Monday, president of baseball operations David Stearns talked to reporters about the Mets' possible plan with the MLB Trade Deadline looming in the next 10 days.

Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Mets Make Pete Alonso Announcement After Hand Injury

New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso is back in the lineup and will start Monday’s game against the Los Angeles Angels, the team confirmed on X. He'll bat fourth behind Juan Soto.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / July 21

Stearns, Mendoza Speak as Deadline Nears

Both Mets manager Carlos Mendoza and president of baseball operations David Stearns spoke to the media on Monday afternoon ahead of the team’s series opener against the Los Angeles Angels.

Edwin Diaz News / New York Mets on SI / July 21

Insiders claim New York Mets are among trade fits for 2 top closers

The New York Mets already have one of baseball's premier closers in Edwin Diaz. This puts them at a massive advantage compared to other contenders, who might feel forced to overpay for some of the top relievers available as the July 31 trade deadline approaches.

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New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Mets Among Contenders Seeking Relief Help, Outfield Upgrade Before Deadline

As the trade deadline approaches, the New York Mets are expected to be active in addressing key areas of need. The Mets have a particular focus on fortifying their bullpen and exploring upgrades in center field.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 21

New York Mets open to using this strategy with top pitching prospects

About a week and a half remains before the MLB trade deadline — an uncomfortable time for many prospects, especially those currently with expected buyers like the New York Mets.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / July 21

Mets' reported willingness to trade from infield depth could produce win-win scenarios

The Mets are reportedly open to moving from their surplus of young infield talent — and teams should be lining up at the door.

Mets' Pete Alonso shares promising update about right hand contusion

One player from each AL club who deserved more HOF consideration

One player from each NL club who deserved more HOF consideration

25 MLB players who could be dealt at or before the trade deadline

The 'Yearly MLB on-base percentage leaders' quiz

Rico Garcia News / New York Mets on SI / July 21

Veteran reliever returns to the New York Mets after release from Yankees

After only one appearance across town, relief pitcher Rico Garcia is back with the New York Mets. Garcia, who signed with the Yankees just a week ago following his DFA from the Mets, will return to Queens after the club claimed him off waivers on Monday.

Francisco Alvarez News / Field Level Media / July 21

Mets recall C Francisco Alvarez from Triple-A

The New York Mets recalled catcher Francisco Alvarez from Triple-A Syracuse among several moves on Monday. The move comes exactly one month after the Mets sent down Alvarez, 23.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 21

Mets Willing To Trade From Infield Depth

The Mets are willing to trade from their major league infield as they look for help elsewhere on the roster, reports Will Sammon of The Athletic. Obviously, Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso aren’t going anywhere.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / July 21

Mets' Pete Alonso shares promising update about right hand contusion

New York Mets fans were understandably concerned when they learned ahead of the club's series finale versus the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday that Mets first baseman Pete Alonso was out of the starting lineup due to a right hand contusion.

Mets Notebook: Soto’s baserunning, Peterson, winning with small ball

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New York Mets News / Just Baseball / July 21

Mets Notebook: Soto’s baserunning, Peterson, winning with small ball

QUEENS — When the Mets signed Juan Soto this past offseason, they did so knowing that his skill set is limited. He makes his money in the batter’s box.

Francisco Alvarez News / Field Level Media / July 20

Report: Mets intend to recall C Francisco Alvarez from Triple-A

A month after he was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse, former top prospect Francisco Alvarez is set to return to the New York Mets, The Athletic reported Sunday.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 20

Mets’ Pete Alonso plays through hand injury off bench to keep bonkers streak alive

On Sunday afternoon, the New York Mets salvaged a win in their series against the Cincinnati Reds with a 3-2 home victory. Star Pete Alonso was expected to miss this contest, not being listed in the lineup due to a hand injury sustained during Saturday’s home loss to Cincinnati.

Max Kranick News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18

Max Kranick to undergo Tommy John surgery

Mets reliever Max Kranick is slated to undergo Tommy John surgery, per Newsday’s Laura Albanese. It’ll be the second time he’s undergone Tommy John surgery in the past 37 months.