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On YouTubeNew York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / November 4
Brooks Raley has club option exercised, Frankie Montas exercises player option 
Two of the more obvious moves to happen this offseason were finalized this morning, as Brooks Raley had his option exercised by the Mets, and Frankie Montas exercised his player option, marking their return to the Mets organization for the 2026 season, the team announced today.
The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?
Shota Imanaga News / New York Mets on SI / November 4
Should the New York Mets pursue Shota Imanaga?
With the New York Mets expected to be in the market for starting pitching help this offseason, could this lefty be a possible suitor for them? Jesse Rogers of ESPN first reported on Tuesday that left-handed starting pitcher Shota Imanaga has now become a free agent.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / November 4
Mets decline option on Drew Smith, making him a free agent
Drew Smith, the longtime Mets reliever who signed a $1m contract for the 2025 season with a $2m club option for 2026, is set to be a free agent after the Mets declined the option, the team announced today.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4
Mets exercise club option on veteran reliever
The Mets have exercised their $4.75M club option on left-hander Brooks Raley for the 2026 season.
Ryan Helsley News / Amazin' Avenue / November 4
Ryan Helsley was an unmitigated disaster in New York
On paper, the Mets adding Ryan Helsley to serve as Edwin Díaz’s set up man down the stretch was an appropriately aggressive idea. The club acquired the All Star closer in exchange for Jesus Baez (their No.
Tyrone Taylor News / Mets Merized Online / November 4
2025 Report Card: Tyrone Taylor, CF
Age: B/T: R/R Primary Stats: 341 PAs, .223/.279/.319/.598, 69 H, 2 HR, 27 RBI Advanced Stats: 70 wRC+, 4.7 BB%, 22.3 K%, .286 BABIP, .306 xwOBA, 0.8 fWAR, 1.2 bWAR, 8 DRS, 3 OAA 2025 salary: $3.03 million What a tough year for Tyrone Taylor.
Pete Alonso News / New York Mets on SI / November 4
Pete Alonso linked to 2 NL East teams in free agency
On November 3, news broke that Pete Alonso exercised the player option in the two-year, $54 million deal he signed with the New York Mets in free agency last offseason.
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.
Juan Soto News / Athlon Sports / November 3
Mets Announce Juan Soto News on Monday
The New York Mets failed to reach the postseason in 2025 despite the efforts of left-handed slugger Juan Soto. The 27-year-old superstar joined New York on a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract last offseason.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / November 3
Three former Mets appear on Hall of Fame Contemporary Baseball Era Committee ballot
The National Baseball Hall of Fame has announced its Contemporary Baseball Era Committee ballot, which includes three former Mets among its eight players.
Pete Alonso News / New York Mets on SI / November 3
MLB insider gauges Mets' interest in Pete Alonso
The offseason is here, which means that the New York Mets are back in the thick of Pete Alonso contract negotiations. Just last winter, the two sides battled for over three months, with Alonso seeking a long-term deal and the Mets unwilling to commit to the aging star after a down-year statistically.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 3
Mets’ Edwin Diaz, Pete Alonso officially in free agency after opting out
The New York Mets put together the most disappointing season in MLB this season, missing the playoffs in Juan Soto’s first year in Queens. Now, Steve Cohen’s squad heads into an important offseason with two key players hitting free agency.
Edwin Diaz News / Yardbarker / November 3
Edwin Diaz opt-out complicates Mets' offseason
Diaz was by far the Mets' best bullpen option this past season, earning a third All-Star appearance and pitching to a sparkling 1.63 ERA over 66.1 innings pitched.
New York Mets News / Just Baseball / November 3
Mets Offseason Checklist: Trade and Free Agent Targets for 2026
The New York Mets are a franchise that perpetually exists on a roller coaster. All franchises have their ups and downs, but for the Mets, they seem to race through those peaks and valleys, as they have become very unpredictable over the past few years.
New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / October 30
Mets Emerging as Potential Threat to Sign Star Free Agent
As the New York Mets plot their offseason strategy, strengthening the infield—beyond resolving Pete Alonso’s future at first base—might not top the priority list at first glance.
New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / October 29
Revisiting the Mets’ Top 10 Prospects from 2011
Baseball prospect lists are always a gamble. Some future stars rise to the occasion, while others fade away long before reaching Citi Field. The Mets’ Top 10 prospect class of 2011 was no different, a group filled with hype, heartbreak, and a few unforgettable characters.
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