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Bo Bichette Makes Vulnerable Admission After 69 Games With Mets

When the New York Mets signed Bo Bichette during the offseason, the expectation was enormous. They were acquiring one of baseball’s premier offensive shortstops, a two-time All-Star who had established himself as a cornerstone of the Toronto Blue Jays and one of the most coveted bats available on the market.

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Mets' Bo Bichette intent on continuing strong showing vs. Braves

Bo Bichette made New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza look clairvoyant on Friday night. On Saturday afternoon, the suddenly injury-wracked Atlanta Braves will begin trying to do the same for manager Walt Weiss.

Christian Scott News / New York Mets on SI / June 13

Christian Scott's Long-Ball Struggles Add to Mets' Long-Shot Playoff Hopes

Christian Scott became the latest Mets starter to struggle with the long ball against the Cardinals on Thursday, but the bats were able to rally for a series-salvaging win.

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The 'MLB K-leaders since 1995' quiz

How many of the pitchers to lead all of Major League Baseball in strikeouts in the Wild Card Era (since 1995) can you name in five minutes?

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

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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.

Bo Bichette News / Field Level Media / June 13

Bo Bichette's six RBIs, grand slam helps Mets beat rival Braves

Bo Bichette had two homers and tied a career-high with six RBIs Friday night for the host New York Mets, who beat the Atlanta Braves 7-5 in the opener of a three-game series between the National League East rivals.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 12

Mets’ David Stearns gives honest evaluation of Mark Vientos’ play in 2026

It’s been an especially tough season for the New York Mets, as the team just hasn’t put up much of a fight through 68 games played. While winning is a team effort, it appears President of Baseball Operations David Stearns recognizes the struggles Mark Vientos is having at first base.

New York Mets News / ESPN / June 12

Mets SS Lindor (calf) could return end of June

Francisco Lindor has started playing simulated games, and Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns is hopeful the shortstop can return to the team by the end of June.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / June 12

Game Chat: Braves vs. Mets, Rain Delay

Friday, June 12, 2026 • 7:15 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY RHP Spencer Strider (4-1, 4.00) vs. RHP Nolan McLean (3-4, 3.98) Apple TV It is June 12, and the Mets will finally play the Braves for the first time this season.

Mark Vientos News / Empire Sports Media / June 12

Mark Vientos is running out of room in the Mets’ lineup

Mark Vientos is not just slumping anymore. He is forcing the Mets into a real role decision. The Mets can still believe in the power. They can still remember the version of Vientos who looked like a middle-order answer.

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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.

Carlos Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / June 12

Carlos Mendoza Provides Updates on Injured Mets

Injuries have played a large role in what has been a disappointing season for the New York Mets. On Friday, Manager Carlos Mendoza had some promising updates for two of the team's injured stars.

David Stearns News / Athlon Sports / June 12

David Stearns Praises Jeremy Hefner's Success with Braves

An old friend will be returning to Citi Field tonight when the New York Mets begin a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves. Braves pitching coach Jeremy Hefner will be making his return to New York this weekend after spending the previous six seasons as the Mets pitching coach.

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The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 12

Why the Next 2 Weeks Will Define the Mets' Season

The city of New York has shifted its focus to one thing, and one thing only. The Knicks just completed one of the most improbable comebacks in sports history on Wednesday, erasing a 29-point deficit in the third quarter to steal Game 4 against the Spurs and take a 3-1 lead.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 12

Juan Soto makes bold claim about Mets amid Knicks' magical NBA Finals run

Soto is among the Mets players who recently attended an NBA Finals game between the Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs.

Mets' Freddy Peralta has unique way of dealing with trade rumors, career uncertainty

Massive injury update on Mets' Francisco Lindor emerges

Juan Soto works to turn corner as Mets open set vs. Braves

The 'MLB active stolen base leaders' quiz

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 12

Mets' Freddy Peralta has unique way of dealing with trade rumors, career uncertainty

New York Mets starting pitcher Freddy Peralta has been the subject of trade rumors since at least May because of the Mets' struggles throughout the spring and also because he reportedly won't be signing a contract extension before the ongoing season wraps up. Peralta is set to reach free agency this fall.

Freddy Peralta, Mets reportedly have an understanding amid his struggles

Yankees are being linked to one All-Star hitter in trade rumors

Angels southpaw Reid Detmers is a trade candidate on the rise

Three players the Red Sox could move before the trade deadline

Three players the Guardians could make a swing for at the trade deadline

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 12

Massive injury update on Mets' Francisco Lindor emerges

The New York Mets have remained arguably the biggest disappointment of the ongoing MLB season as star shortstop Francisco Lindor has been out of the lineup

Freddy Peralta, Mets reportedly have an understanding amid his struggles

Three bullpen arms the Pirates should target at the MLB trade deadline

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Positive Mets News Emerges on Francisco Lindor, Jorge Polanco

The New York Mets could be getting some important reinforcements back in the coming weeks. As reported by MLB insider Jon Heyman of The New York Post, Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor has a secret target return date of June 20.

Kodai Senga News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 11

Mets star Kodai Senga’s dominant rehab start will catch fans’ attention

The New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga made his fourth rehab start of his current minor-league assignment on Thursday, working through six innings for Double-A Binghamton against the Somerset Patriots at TD Bank Ballpark in New Jersey.

Luis Robert News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Mets Get New Luis Robert Jr. Update After Long Absence

Not much has gone right this season for the New York Mets. Entering play on Thursday, June 11, the Mets sit nine games under .500 with a 29-38 record. One of the Mets' biggest offseason acquisitions was Luis Robert Jr., who got off to a great start in New York.

New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / June 11

Mets Predicted to Make Surprising Move With Young Player

The New York Mets face a multitude of challenges this season, but one name continues to stand out as a significant concern: young slugger Mark Vientos.

New York Mets News / Just Baseball / June 11

Don’t Look Now, But Bo Bichette’s Bat Is Waking Up

The New York Mets have arguably been the most disappointing team in baseball this season. A team carrying the highest payroll in baseball enters June 10 at 29-37, eight games under .500 and 15.5 games back in the National League East.

New York Mets News / Total Pro Sports / June 11

New York Mets To Get Huge Boost As All-Star Pitcher Nears Return

The New York Mets turned out to be one of the worst teams in the MLB. After all the hype and spending spree, Steve Cohen’s team is struggling to make the playoffs.

New York Mets News / Total Pro Sports / June 9

MLB Rumors: Mets Could Part Ways With Southpaw As Free Agency Looms

David Peterson’s Mets future is looking shaky as free agency inches closer, with internal chatter suggesting a potential split gaining momentum. The 30-year-old southpaw has changed roles this season, moving from starter struggles to unexpected bullpen success, per June 9, 2026, reports.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 7

Mets Pause Jorge Polanco’s Rehab Due To Ankle Soreness

Jorge Polanco has been on the injured list since mid-April due to a right wrist contusion. He began a rehab assignment at Double-A Binghamton on May 27th and recently moved up to Triple-A Syracuse.