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On YouTubeNew York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / January 10
Marlins wanted Brett Baty and a top prospect for Edward Cabrera
By mid-August last season, the lack of a reliable top-notch starter was costing the New York Mets some games. A team can talk itself into depth, upside, internal growth, but when the games tighten, and the calendar flips, you find out exactly what you lack.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 10
Mets reportedly 'best positioned' to acquire star ace
The New York Mets have fallen short of expectations this offseason, remaining quiet on the free agent market. They’ve seen fan favorites Pete Alonso, Edwin Díaz, and Brandon Nimmo all depart this offseason, while still facing holes in a starting rotation that is in need of a major boost.
Nolan McLean News / Empire Sports Media / January 10
MLB executives rank Mets’ farm system seventh in baseball
The number that jumps out first is 2.06. That was Nolan McLean’s ERA in his first taste of the majors in 2025, a clean, confident introduction that told you plenty about where the New York Mets are headed.
The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz
MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?
Freddy Peralta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 10
Mets rumors: Why New York may be in ‘best position’ to trade for Brewers’ Freddy Peralta
As the New York Mets are surrounded by rumors in the offseason, the one name that has been linked to the ball club is Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Freddy Peralta.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
Kyle Tucker News / Amazin' Avenue / January 10
Should the Mets be all in on Kyle Tucker? 
Ever since he was drafted fifth overall by the Astros in 2015, Kyle Tucker has been a well-known name in baseball. By the time the three most prominent outlets put out their top 100 or 101 lists in the winter of 2015-2016, Tucker was a consensus top-100 prospect in the sport.
MacKenzie Gore News / New York Mets on SI / January 10
Source: Mets have spoken to Nationals about Mackenzie Gore
The New York Mets are heavily in on the starting pitching market. The Mets recently spoke to the NL East rival Washington Nationals about left-handed starting pitcher Mackenzie Gore, as a source told Mets On SI.
Jose Siri News / Amazin' Avenue / January 10
Jose Siri barely played, and played poorly, for the Mets
On November 9, 2024, the Mets sent reliever Eric Orze to the Rays in exchange for center fielder Jose Siri. At the time, Siri was seen as the 2025 version of Harrison Bader: a glove first defender with some potentially interesting offensive skills that could potentially be interesting.
Starling Marte News / Last Word On Sports / January 10
Report: Mets Share Mutual Interest in Reunion with Free Agent Slugger
The New York Mets could potentially re-sign a familiar face this offseason. Free agent Starling Marte and the Mets share mutual interest in a reunion, sources first indicated to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated.
Ryne Stanek News / New Baseball Media / January 10
Ryne Stanek to Sign with Cardinals: What to Make of Move
Relievers are still coming off the board this winter. St. Louis-born pitcher Ryne Stanek is coming back to Missouri, as the Cardinals have reportedly signed the right-hander to bolster the bullpen.
Nick Madrigal News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9
Angels To Sign Nick Madrigal To Minor League Deal
The Angels are in agreement with Nick Madrigal on a minor league contract, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. The Wasserman client gets a non-roster invite to big league camp.
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.
Tarik Skubal News / Empire Sports Media / January 9
Mets News & Buzz: Tigers disrespect Tarik Skubal with latest offer as Mets lurk; New York has lots of room to spend, more
The New York Mets are closely monitoring the Tarik Skubal situation, as there is a $13 million gap between what the player filed for and what the Detroit Tigers are offering in arbitration.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 9
Mets get bad news on potential trade target
At first glance, it would seem to make no sense that the New York Mets would have interest in adding another second baseman to their roster. They already traded for Marcus Semien, who is expected to be their second baseman for the foreseeable future.
Mark Vientos News / Last Word On Sports / January 9
The Mets Should Look To Trade Mark Vientos
With the rise of Brett Baty last season, it may be time for the Mets to move on from Mark Vientos. Vientos had a magical 2024 season. He hit 27 homers, had 71 RBIs, and hit .266 that year.
Ji-Hwan Bae News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9
Mets Outright Ji Hwan Bae
The Mets announced that infielder/outfielder Ji Hwan Bae has been sent outright Triple-A Syracuse. When combined with the club losing Drew Romo via waivers to the White Sox, the Mets’ 40-man roster count dropped to 38 this week.
Ryan Lambert News / Amazin' Avenue / January 9
Top 25 Mets Prospects for 2026: Ryan Lambert (19)
Minnesota native Ryan Lambert attended Minnetonka High School in Minnetonka, Minnesota, where he had impressive sophomore and senior seasons, his junior year lost to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tarik Skubal News / Empire Sports Media / January 9
Tigers keep lowballing Tarik Skubal amid Mets trade interest
Thursday came and went quietly in Queens, which is exactly how the New York Mets wanted it. While arbitration day can turn tense and personal across the league, the Mets wrapped things up cleanly, reaching agreements with all seven of their arbitration-eligible players.
New York Mets News / Sport Relay / January 8
Mets Give Five Deals to Avoid Arbitration
The New York Mets gave out deals to five players, so they can avoid arbitration before Thursday evening’s deadline. The club reached an agreement with pitchers David Peterson, Tylor Megill, Reed Garrett and Huascar Brazoban.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 10
Kyle Tucker saga is down to three potential destinations
Tucker is coming off a down year by his standards because of injuries.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 8
Mets Prefer Trade Market To Free Agency In Rotation Search
The Mets are still in the market for upgrades to their starting pitching group, but they prefer to bolster the rotation by way of a trade rather than via free agency, Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic report.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 7
Potential Mets-Royals trade centered on breakout starter Kris Bubic would be win-win
Trade between the Mets and Royals involving Bubic would make sense. The two sides could help strengthen weak points on the other roster.
New York Mets News / Action Network / January 7
When Will The New York Downstate Casinos Open?
The casino landscape in the New York City metropolitan area is about to experience a significant transformation. Following the New York State Gaming Commission’s approval of downstate licenses last month, three new full-scale commercial casinos are set to make their debut.
New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / January 6
One Star Free Agent is Gaining an Edge with the Mets, Plus More Notes
January is typically a quiet month for baseball news and transactions, but this offseason’s slow pace has stood out. Teams across MLB are showing increased reluctance to meet initial asking prices, instead waiting for markets to settle at figures they deem more reasonable.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 6
Ex-Mets reliever drawing interest from ‘most of NL Central’
There is always going to be a strong market for relief pitchers considering how important solid bullpen play is to playing winning baseball. To that end,
Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / January 3
New York Mets reportedly eyeing significant free-agent move
The New York Mets offseason has been defined by the players who left the organization rather than any additions. That may be about to change.
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