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Mets fire manager Carlos Mendoza amid disappointing 2026 season

The New York Mets are making a major change amid their disappointing 2026 campaign. They announced Friday that they’ve parted ways with manager Carlos Mendoza after less than three full seasons at the helm. Senior Vice President of Baseball Development Andy Green will take over as the club’s interim manager for the remainder of the season.

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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

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MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 26

New York Mets make needed change with Carlos Mendoza

The New York Mets have been one of the biggest disappointments of the 2026 season. The first of what could be many changes came on Friday.

Mets having 'no fun' as disastrous season keeps getting worse

Mets sound like broken team as potential fire sale begins

Pete Crow-Armstrong's 10th-inning hit seals Cubs' sweep of Mets

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 26

Mets having 'no fun' as disastrous season keeps getting worse

It it fast becoming another lost season for the New York Mets? If you listen to the players, it's beginning to look that way.

MLB insider expands on Mets' fire-sale mindset after trading David Peterson to Cubs

Cubs bolster rotation by acquiring Mets' David Peterson

Mets sound like broken team as potential fire sale begins

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

New York Mets News / HITC / June 26

Incredible moment at New York Mets game as Norway fans turn up in numbers, treat fans to iconic row

One of the highlights of this year’s World Cup has been how much fans from around the globe have been enjoying themselves in the USA. Among those to make the trip to North America this summer are the Norwegians, who are competing at the tournament for the first time since 1998.

Carlos Mendoza News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 26

Mets’ Carlos Mendoza gets brutally honest on becoming trade deadline sellers

The New York Mets surely did not envision that they’d be not just dead last in the NL East at the halfway mark of the 2026 season, but also they’d be among the worst teams in MLB.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 26

Mets’ loss to Cubs is first of its kind in MLB history

The New York Mets’ season from hell continues, and they’re on a fast track to irrelevance during the 2026 season as their losses keep on piling up at the halfway mark of the campaign.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / June 25

Indefensible: Error-Prone Mets Lose Sixth Straight

The Mets made multiple errors and lost. Sound familiar? One day after a disastrous six-error game, the Mets made two more defensive miscues that ended up costing them another game.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

MLB News / Amazin' Avenue / June 25

Mets swept by Cubs at home and in the season series

The Mets continue to set records that nobody wants as they left 14 runners on base, a season high, and allowed four more unearned runs in tonight’s loss, 4-3 to the Cubs.

Carlos Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Carlos Mendoza Explains Disappointing Mets Decision

New York Mets infielder Marcus Semien has been placed on the injured list after spending several weeks managing a nagging injury, leaving the club without one of their most experienced everyday players.

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The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz

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

New York Mets News / ESPN / June 25

Hoyer: Urgency for Peterson trade amid injuries

The Cubs acquired veteran left-hander David Peterson from the Mets for a simple reason: They need healthy starting pitchers.

Juan Soto News / Field Level Media / June 25

Mets star Juan Soto (back) returns to action as DH vs. Cubs

Juan Soto of the Mets was back in the starting lineup on Thursday night for New York's finale of a four-game series against the visiting Chicago Cubs. Soto is batting third and serving as the designated hitter.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 25

Why the Mets' Season Has Essentially Been Doomed Since April

The Mets may not want to admit it publicly, but their 2026 season is essentially over. A late-night trade sending David Peterson to Chicago should be the first of many moves in what could be the second Flushing fire sale of the past four years, but things didn't need to reach that point.

Jorge Polanco News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

Mets’ Jorge Polanco runs, but limps back to dugout amid Achilles rehab

With the New York Mets dealing with injuries to key players, like still awaiting the return of Jorge Polanco, there are some developments in his recovery.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 25

Mets' dismal record without Juan Soto proves his value

As one of the best hitters in the majors, outfielder Juan Soto would be sorely missed in any lineup. That has proved particularly true with the New York Mets.

Mets make big Kodai Senga decision

Mets sound like broken team as potential fire sale begins

Cubs bolster rotation by acquiring Mets' David Peterson

The 'MLB active HR leaders' quiz

Marcus Semien News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 25

Mets Place Marcus Semien On Injured List

The Mets announced that infielder Marcus Semien has been placed on the ten-day injured list with a left hip flexor strain. Infielder Ronny Mauricio has been recalled to take his place on the roster.

Bo Bichette News / New York Mets on SI / June 25

Trade or Keep: Analyzing Bo Bichette's Outlook With the Mets Before the Deadline

The Mets signed infielder Bo Bichette to a hefty three-year, $126 million contract with opt-outs after every season back in January, bringing him in to be at the heart of an offensive overhaul.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Mets to Recall Top Prospect Starter

The New York Mets' retooling of their starting rotation will feature one of their young arms returning to the major leagues. It was first reported by Will Sammon of The Athletic that the Mets are recalling Zach Thornton from Triple-A Syracuse and plan to have him start on Friday against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Kodai Senga News / New York Mets on SI / June 25

Kodai Senga Is Confirming Mets' Worst Fears 3 Months Into the Season

Just two seasons ago, Mets starter Kodai Senga was a rookie arm taking the sport by storm, finishing seventh in Cy Young voting and second in National League Rookie of the Year voting.

David Peterson News / Just Baseball / June 25

The David Peterson Trade Was a No-Brainer for the New York Mets

Yesterday, the Chicago Cubs swept the New York Mets in a doubleheader where they scored 10 runs in each game, and where the Mets committed a whopping six errors in the nightcap.