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Bo Bichette’s Mets opt-out question is already getting louder

Bo Bichette’s Mets contract was always built to get weird quickly. That was the whole point. The Mets gave him massive short-term money, Bichette kept control of the exits, and everyone understood there was a chance this thing could turn into a one-year stop if the bat cooperated.

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Bo Bichette might not be with the Mets for much longer

Bichette's short time in New York has been a struggle. Could his tenure in Queens be shorter than expected?

Massive injury update on Mets' Francisco Lindor emerges

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

The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / June 14

Game Chat: Braves vs Mets, 1:40 P.M.

Friday, June 14, 2026 • 1:40 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY RHP Bryce Elder (5-3, 2.66) vs. RHP Freddy Peralta (4-5, 4.04) WPIX What a weekend in New York!

Sean Manaea News / Empire Sports Media / June 14

Sean Manaea just made his strongest argument yet

Sean Manaea finally gave the Mets the kind of start that changes a conversation. Not enough to fix the Mets. Not enough to erase the loss. But enough to make the rotation question a lot harder to dodge.

Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

New York Mets News / Trade Talk Sports / June 14

Bo Bichette Could Already Be on the Move Again

Bo Bichette’s start to his time with the New York Mets has not gone well, either individually or for the team. A 31-39 record through their first 70 games, combined with Bichette’s numbers falling well below expectations, has already generated buzz about his future in New York less than six months after he became a Met.

A.J. Minter News / New York Mets on SI / June 14

AJ Minter Is Mets' Best Under-the-Radar Trade Chip Before the Deadline

The New York Mets have not turned in the 2026 campaign that many have expected from them, bringing into question the direction in which they will go at the 2026 MLB Trading Deadline.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 13

Mets’ Juan Soto surpasses Mike Trout, Mickey Mantle with historic feat

Juan Soto is on a historic roll throughout his career, surpassing Mickey Mantle and Mike Trout in another category following the New York Mets’ clash with the Atlanta Braves on Saturday evening.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Sean Manaea News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Sean Manaea Tosses Encouraging Start for Mets

If there was any silver lining during the New York Mets' 3-1 loss to the Atlanta Braves on Saturday, Sean Manaea finally gave an encouraging outing. During his first official start of the year, the left-hander lasted six innings and allowed two earned runs on four hits, while striking out six batters and walking none.

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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

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 13

Braves have another big Spencer Strider injury concern

The Atlanta Braves got some really concerning news Saturday when starting pitcher Spencer Strider was put on the 15-day injured list.

Braves place RHP Spencer Strider (elbow) on injured list

Massive injury update on Mets' Francisco Lindor emerges

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

The 'A.L. hit leaders since 1995' quiz

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

One Mets Prospect Is Exceeding All Expectations (And It Is a Major Surprise)

The New York Mets' 2026 season has not gone to plan so far aside from the successes of their top prospects, which has caused more and more fans to look to who else from the minor leagues could make an impact this year.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / June 13

Mets Offense Held to One Run in Loss to Braves

For the fourth time in their last seven games, the New York Mets scored two runs or fewer as they lost to the Atlanta Braves 3-1 on Saturday afternoon.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / June 13

Game Chat: Braves vs Mets, 4:10 PM

Saturday, June 13, 2026 • 4:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY LHP Martín Pérez (4-3, 3.02) vs. LHP Sean Manaea (1-1, 5.02) SNY What a sports weekend! The Knicks play tonight!

Bo Bichette News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 13

Mets’ Bo Bichette already accomplished feat never seen before in franchise history

The New York Mets have waited for Bo Bichette to deliver a true breakout stretch, and Friday night brought something bigger. The Mets infielder accomplished a franchise first while leading the Mets to a 7-5 win vs.

Jared Young News / New York Mets on SI / June 13

Jared Young's Surge: Has 30-Year-Old Vet Earned Mets' Starting 1B Job?

For once and for all, a depth move made by David Stearns has paid off— it’s time to give him his flowers. Just five days after the biggest move in franchise history, Stearns and the Mets turned to their further depth, adding Jared Young to the mix.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / June 13

The Mets found the one home run celebration Queens was built for

Queens finally got the home run celebration that was sitting there the whole time. The Mets have had props before. Every team has them now. Chains, jackets, helmets, tridents, swords, robes, whatever somebody can find and shove into a dugout after a baseball lands in the seats.

Francisco Lindor News / Field Level Media / June 13

Mets expect SS Francisco Lindor to return in June

The Mets expect Francisco Lindor back in a New York uniform by the end of the month, though the exact date of the star shortstop's return is unknown. Lindor has been out since April 23 with a left calf strain.

Bo Bichette News / Athlon Sports / June 13

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.

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.

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.

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.

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