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Jorge Polanco News / Amazin' Avenue / December 16
Grading the Mets’ Jorge Polanco signing 
It wasn’t necessarily a splash move, but the Mets made their first foray into the offensive side of free agency over the weekend, signing Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40M deal.
MLB News / Mets Merized Online / December 16
Who Are the Best Remaining Free Agents?
The Mets, you may have noticed, have a lot of holiday shopping to do. Who’s on first? (Sometimes Jorge Polanco, apparently.) We know Brett Baty will play third, but I don’t know who’s in left, at the top of the rotation with Nolan McLean or getting the ball to closer Devin Williams.
MLB News / New York Mets on SI / December 16
Insider pinpoints Padres pitcher Mets should trade for
The New York Mets have made it clear that they'd like to add a frontline starting pitcher this offseason. The starting staff's struggles down the stretch last season were well documented, and there are a lot of question marks among the rotation heading into 2026.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
New York Mets News / ESPN / December 16
No more Nimmo, Timmy Trumpet and their all-time HR king: Remaking the Mets after historic collapse
David Stearns' vision for turning things around at Citi Field hasn't been a hit with fans so far. What's next?
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / December 16
Report: Mets 'Open' to Trading These Three Infielders
Per Sports Illustrated’s Pat Ragazzo, the New York Mets are reportedly open to trading infielder Mark Vientos. Luisangel Acuna and Ronny Mauricio are also players the Mets are open to trading, according to The Athletic’s Will Sammon.
New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / December 15
Mets News & Buzz: New York open to trading Mark Vientos; signs Cristian Pache to add to their outfield, more
The New York Mets are reportedly open to using Mark Vientos as trade bait if it means they will improve the roster. Meanwhile, they added former top prospect Cristian Pache on Monday.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 15
Ex-GM gets critical of Mets’ recent moves
This former Major League Baseball general manager can't seem to wrap his head around the New York Mets' offseason moves thus far. Speaking on the Foul Territory podcast, former GM and current MLB insider for The Athletic Jim Bowden gave his thoughts on the Mets' offseason moves.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 15
New York Mets considering this bullpen plan for 2026
The New York Mets have multiple holes to fill in their bullpen after losing Edwin Díaz, Tyler Rogers, and others this winter, but part of that need may be addressed internally.
Mark Vientos News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 15
Mets rumors: NY willing to trade Mark Vientos amid turbulent offseason
The New York Mets will look like a much different team when they step onto the diamond in 2026. Trading away corner infielder Mark Vientos would only add an extra element to the Mets’ new look.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 15
How the Mets are approaching the starting pitching market
The winter is young and David Stearns has put the attention on himself thanks to his decisions to blow up the New York Mets' existing core. The departures of Brandon Nimmo, Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz removed three key players from the locker room, allowing Stearns to work on building the roster in his image, including in the starting rotation.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
New York Mets News / LWOSports.com / December 15
Why the Mets Offseason Can Still Be a Huge Win
Back last week, the New York Mets fans took a huge hit. Two fan favorites and cornerstones left in free agency in back-to-back days. First, Edwin Diaz, who was the best closer in baseball in several years, took off to LA to sign with the Dodgers.
Steve Cohen News / Mets Merized Online / December 15
Steve Cohen, Hard Rock Officially Get Casino License
The New York State Gaming Commission officially approved the license for Steve Cohen’s Metropolitan Park casino next to Citi Field. The Gaming Facility
Cristian Pache News / Empire Sports Media / December 15
Mets sign former top prospect Cristian Pache to minor league deal
The plan fell apart quietly at first, then all at once. What was supposed to be a stable center field rotation turned into a revolving door, and by midseason it was clear the New York Mets were improvising more than building.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 15
Juan Soto reveals how he 'knew' Pete Alonso was leaving Mets
When Juan Soto signed a historic 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets last December, he quickly made it clear that he wanted his new team to re-sign slugger Pete Alonso, who has become an unrestricted free agent.
Cristian Pache News / New York Mets on SI / December 15
Source: Mets sign outfielder Cristian Pache to minor league deal
The New York Mets have added major league experience to their outfield depth. The Mets are in agreement on a minor league contract with outfielder Cristian Pache which includes a non-roster invite to MLB spring training, as sources told Mets On SI.
Mark Vientos News / Empire Sports Media / December 15
Mets reportedly open to trading Mark Vientos
The winter gets loud when a franchise pillar walks out the door. Pete Alonso did, and with him went 40-homer certainty and a decade of lineup gravity. For the New York Mets, that kind of loss usually invites panic.
New York Mets News / FirstSportz / December 15
Juan Soto Dismisses Reports of ‘Chilly’ Relationship with Francisco Lindor After Disappointing 2025 Season
Juan Soto and the New York Mets had a disappointing time in the 2025 season as they missed the playoffs on the final day. A few days ago, reports claimed that he had developed a “chilly” relationship with Francisco Lindor.
Pete Alonso News / Just Baseball / December 14
What’s Next for the Mets After Losing Alonso and Díaz?
The 2026 offseason hasn’t been kind thus far to the New York Mets One year after signing outfielder Juan Soto to the richest contract in league history, the fabric of the organization has completely changed.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 14
Mets reportedly eyeing Nick Pivetta, Padres for blockbuster trade
The Mets are reportedly exploring a move for Pivetta, but their interest in Padres players doesn't stop there.
New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / December 13
This Japanese Star Makes Too Much Sense for the Mets
The New York Mets fanbase has never been in such a tizzy before – at least not to this extent. Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns and the rest of the front office have to try to win over this fanbase.
Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / December 13
Mets' Francisco Lindor Sends Message After Troubling MLB Free Agency News
Francisco Lindor has spent the last five years of his career with the New York Mets, and he has thrived in Queens. The 32-year-old shortstop has provided elite defense up the middle while posting a .267 batting average, a .346 on-base percentage, an .811 OPS, 31 home runs and 86 RBIs across 160 games.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 13
Mets rumors: New York ‘listening’ to trade offers for star prospect
The New York Mets are listening to trade offers for right-handed pitching prospect Jonah Tong, signaling a potential shift in offseason strategy as the club searches for proven major league help.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 13
Jorge Polanco signing shows New York Mets' desperation
The Mets believe that they have found their answer at first base.
Pete Alonso News / Larry Brown Sports / December 12
Report: Mets eyeing a former 38-HR hitter after Pete Alonso’s departure
The New York Mets appear to be in full-on contingency mode after Pete Alonso’s exit. The Mets have recently made trade inquiries about Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Thursday.
Pete Alonso News / Larry Brown Sports / December 10
Mets could target ex-Yankee to replace Pete Alonso
The New York Mets are losing Pete Alonso, but may target a former New York Yankee as his short-term replacement. The Mets have internally discussed first baseman Paul Goldschmidt as a potential option to replace Alonso, according to Tim Healey of the Boston Globe.
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