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New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / June 25
Zach Thornton Joins Rotation, Semien Hits IL 
Following the David Peterson trade, Zach Thornton is expected to be called up to join the rotation on Thursday. Thornton has a 4.25 ERA and 1.42 WHIP in 55 minor league innings this year.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / June 25
Mets place Marcus Semien on IL, recall Daniel Duarte and Ronny Mauricio
In what seems almost comically timed after an all-time terrible performance on his souvenir jersey night, Marcus Semien hit the Injured List with a left hip flexor strain.
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?
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / June 25
Five Mets Who Could Potentially Be Traded
The first trade domino fell for the New York Mets late last night. Despite it being six weeks until the MLB trade deadline, the Mets traded their longest-tenured player, David Peterson, to the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday in exchange for top prospect Cole Mathis.
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 / Mets Merized Online / June 25
Defensive Miscues Derail Mets
The Mets spent much of their offseason trying to improve their run prevention skills. They subtracted three below-average fielders from their roster – Pete Alonso, Jeff McNeil and Brandon Nimmo – and added former Gold Glovers Marcus Semien and Luis Robert Jr.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 25
MLB insider expands on Mets' fire-sale mindset after trading David Peterson to Cubs
Understandably, New York Mets fans assumed that the team's trade of struggling left-handed starting pitcher David Peterson to the Chicago Cubs for infield prospect Cole Mathis late Wednesday night signaled the start of a fire sale that pessimistic Mets fans have been expecting for weeks, if not longer.
David Peterson News / Inside The Diamonds / June 25
Chicago Cubs Acquire David Peterson from New York Mets
The Chicago Cubs went out today needing a starting pitcher and acquired left-handed pitcher David Peterson in exchange for minor league infielder Cole Mathis.
Nolan McLean News / Mets Merized Online / June 25
McLean Struggles Despite Norwiegian Cheers
Even the great northern power of Norwegian cheers couldn’t save the Mets from the atrocities that unfolded during Wednesday’s doubleheader. The Vikings stationed in the outfield watched in despair as Nolan McLean, the ace of the Mets’ staff, surrendered six earned runs across six innings.
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.
David Peterson News / Field Level Media / June 25
Report: Cubs to acquire LHP David Peterson from Mets
The Chicago Cubs are acquiring left-hander David Peterson from the New York Mets in exchange for minor league infielder Cole Mathis, MLB.com reported on Thursday.
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 / Yardbarker / June 25
Mets sound like broken team as potential fire sale begins
The Mets lost both games of a doubleheader Wednesday as their season continues to spiral.
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 25
Cubs bolster rotation by acquiring Mets David Peterson
The Chicago Cubs have not been able to keep their starting rotation healthy, which prompted president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer to make an early trade.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 25
Mets Trade Struggling Starter to Pitching-Needy Cubs
The MLB trade deadline is still six weeks away, but the lowly New York Mets have begun trading assets. On Wednesday evening, the Mets traded struggling left-handed starting pitcher David Peterson to the pitching-needy Chicago Cubs.
Sean Manaea News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25
Sean Manaea paints a brutal picture of Mets locker room after loss to Cubs
The New York Mets reached another low Wednesday, and starting pitcher Sean Manaea did not try to soften the reality after a doubleheader sweep. The Mets dropped both games to the Chicago Cubs, extending its losing streak to five games and falling to 34-46.
Pete Alonso News / Larry Brown Sports / June 25
Mets fans bust out harsh two-word chant during team's awful six-error game
New York Mets fans are really going through it right now.
Zack Short News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24
Mets Designate Zack Short For Assignment
Between games of today’s doubleheader, the Mets reinstated shortstop Francisco Lindor from the ten-day injured list. In a corresponding move, infielder Zack Short was designated for assignment.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 24
Norwegian fans fill up Citi Field and get Mets fans to do 'row' chant
The 2026 World Cup is bringing the best vibes we have ever seen. With the current state of social media, we are seeing fans from all over the world come to America, Canada, and Mexico, having the time of their lives, and it is all documented for everyone to see.
Freddy Peralta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 24
Insiders get brutally honest on Mets starter Freddy Peralta’s trade outlook
The MLB trade deadline isn’t until August 3, but rumors are running rampant around the league anyway. With the New York Mets in last place in the NL East, the club is one of several organizations that could be sellers at the deadline.
New York Mets News / Stadium Rant / June 24
The 2026 New York Mets Are MLB’s Biggest Disappointment
This past winter’s offseason witnessed the New York Mets make a flurry of moves that drastically changed the roster’s construction. The team saw household names like Pete Alonso and Brandon Nimmo join different organizations, but in return, saw the additions of marquee names like Bo Bichette and Freddy Peralta.
Juan Soto News / Athlon Sports / June 24
Mets Facing Decision After Troubling Juan Soto News
The New York Mets have had a rough 2026 season, last in the National League East with a 34-44 record, and the latest news provides even more challenges.
Francisco Lindor News / Field Level Media / June 24
Mets activate SS Francisco Lindor for Game 2 vs. Cubs
For the first time in two months, Francisco Lindor is expected to be in the Mets' lineup on Wednesday. Lindor was activated from the injured list to make his return after missing more than two months with a strained left calf.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 24
Mets make big Kodai Senga decision
The New York Mets have made a decision regarding struggling starting pitcher Kodai Senga.
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24
Carlos Mendoza had strong words after Kodai Senga’s ugly start
Kodai Senga has to figure it out before the New York Mets completely lose patience with him. The 33-year-old right-hander had another horrid start on Monday, when he was smacked around by the Chicago Cubs in a 9-6 Mets loss at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.
Juan Soto News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24
Juan Soto leaves game with concerning injury
New York Mets star Juan Soto left Tuesday’s contest early due to injury. Soto was removed from left field to start the 5th inning of the Mets’ night game against the Chicago Cubs at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.
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