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On YouTubeNew York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 8
Why the Mets could prioritize Kyle Schwarber over Pete Alonso
The New York Mets have work to do on multiple fronts this winter, and one big item to check off is figuring out how to add more power to their lineup. Pete Alonso and his franchise record 264 home runs are on the free agent market again, and it sounds like he will take his time trying to find a long-term deal.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 8
Where Mets stand on free agent starters
MLB’s offseason activity is primed to pick up with the winter meetings underway in Orlando, but the New York Mets remain cautious as they survey the market for starting pitching.
The 'AL and NL MVPs since 2000' quiz
How many of the AL and NL MVPs since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?
Ronny Mauricio News / Mets Merized Online / December 8
Mauricio, Acuña Flashing Power in Winter Leagues 
Two games, two homers for Ronny Mauricio in the Dominican Winter League. Thirty games, six homers for Luisangel Acuña in the Venezuelan Winter League. Mauricio, hitting lefty, on Sunday sent a 1-1 pitch over the right-center-field wall to give Tigres del Licey a 6-5 walk-off victory over Leones del Escogido in 10 innings.
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 / Stadium Rant / December 8
Should The Mets Prioritize Pete Alonso or Edwin Diaz This Offseason?
Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz are headed into a pivotal offseason after being longtime players with the New York Mets. The Mets are owned by billionaire Steve Cohen, who reportedly has a net worth of $23 billion.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 8
New York Mets sign veteran reliever to minor league deal
The week of baseball's annual winter meetings (when all 30 MLB teams, agents, and journalists all converge under the same roof for league business, free agency negotiations, and trade activity) is now upon us, which is typically when the hot stove reaches its boiling point.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8
Mets rumors: 1 obstacle to landing top-tier starting pitcher in free agency
The New York Mets have been one of MLB’s more active teams to begin the offseason. The organization swapped outfielder Brandon Nimmo for former Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien, and later signed former New York Yankees closer Devin Williams to a three-year, $51 million contract.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 8
New York Mets engaged with these top free agent relievers
The New York Mets have begun working to improve their bullpen this winter. The addition of Devin Williams on a three-year deal ensures the Mets have an option capable of closing games in the event Edwin Diaz leaves in free agency, but it doesn't sound like David Stearns is done hunting for relief help.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8
Mets 'reluctant' to make long-term offers for free agent starters
While it’s no secret that addressing the top of the rotation is a priority for the Mets this winter, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports that the Mets are hesitant to make long-term offers to the top starters available in free agency this winter.
Brett Baty News / New York Mets on SI / December 8
Mets' new stance on Brett Baty marks major trade shift
At this time last year, it felt like the only way Brett Baty would be on the New York Mets' roster by Opening Day 2025 was that no other team was interested in trading for him.
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 / Last Word On Sports / December 8
Report: Mets in Discussions on Two Free Agent Closers
The Winter Meetings are underway, and the New York Mets are looking to solidify the back end of their bullpen, among other areas. Two relievers linked to New York are Robert Suarez and Pete Fairbanks.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 7
Former Mets infielder gets elected to Hall of Fame
At least one former New York Mets player will be enshrined in Cooperstown next summer. On Sunday evening, the Contemporary Baseball Era Committee revealed that former Mets second baseman Jeff Kent was voted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / December 7
Former Met Jeff Kent Elected To Hall Of Fame Via Contemporary Ballot
Sunday night, the Contemporary Baseball Era Committee revealed that former New York Met infielder Jeff Kent was voted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 8
Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens learn fate as new Hall Fame member announced
Bonds, Clemens, Gary Sheffield and Fernando Valenzuela each received less than five votes and are not eligible to be voted on in the next cycle, meaning this group must wait until 2031 to be considered again.
Cedric Mullins News / Field Level Media / December 7
Rays, OF Cedric Mullins agree to one-year deal
Free-agent outfielder Cedric Mullins agreed to a one-year, $7.5 million deal with a mutual option with the Tampa Bay Rays. Mullins will receive $7 million in base salary in 2026.
Pete Alonso News / New York Mets on SI / December 7
Pete Alonso predicted to sign with AL contender
With the MLB Winter Meetings slated to begin this week, will the New York Mets find out where their homegrown first baseman will end up? In a December 7 article for Bleacher Report, Kerry Miller predicted that Pete Alonso would leave the Mets to sign with the Boston Red Sox.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / December 7
Mets Have Farm System to Get An Ace
In the second half of the 2025 season, the New York Mets had one of the worst rotations in baseball. Their 5.31 ERA was the fourth-highest and their 306 2/3 innings were the second-fewest.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 7
Mets' Edwin Diaz standoff sparks Clay Holmes bullpen return claim
One of the most intriguing moves the New York Mets made during last MLB offseason was acquiring former Yankees closer Clay Holmes. The decision to sign Holmes wasn't intriguing, in and of itself.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 7
Mets rumors: The latest buzz on Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz entering Winter Meetings
The New York Mets arrive at the Winter Meetings with the noise swelling, and the focus falls on Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, and a volatile MLB Free Agency.
Devin Williams News / Last Word On Sports / December 5
In Mets Intro, Williams Says He Spoke to Interested Teams About Closer Role
After the New York Mets made their first major move this offseason this week, inking two-time reliever of the year Devin Williams to a three-year, $51 million contract, the team officially introduced Williams in a video call on Friday.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / December 5
Buck Showalter opens up about alleged issues between Mets' Francisco Lindor, Jeff McNeil
During a recent appearance on the "Foul Territory" program, Showalter discussed the supposed issues between Lindor and McNeil that allegedly have impacted the Mets for years.
Cedric Mullins News / Yardbarker / December 3
Rays hoping former All-Star Cedric Mullins bounces back in 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays have added an interesting piece to their outfield mix.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 3
Two most likely landing spots for Pete Alonso are revealed
Pete Alonso is expected to generate much more interest on the free-agent market this winter than he did a year ago.
Kodai Senga News / Last Word On Sports / December 2
Possible Landing Spots as Mets Explore Trades for Kodai Senga
With two years and roughly $28 million remaining on his contract, Senga presents an intriguing buy-low option for teams seeking rotation depth. For the Mets, the goal is clear: acquire controllable talent or prospects while offloading risk from a pitcher whose 2025 season ended in inconsistency and a demotion to Triple-A Syracuse.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 30
Kodai Senga prefers to remain with Mets in 2026
New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga has indicated to the club that he would prefer to remain in Queens for next season rather than be traded elsewhere this winter, according to a report from Will Sammon of The Athletic.
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / November 29
Details emerge on Francisco Lindor's alleged incident with Mets teammate
Mr. Smile apparently wasn’t smiling too much about one of his teammates last season.
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