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Luis Robert News / Sport Relay / February 17

Luis Robert Jr. Looks to Recover From Injuries

Luis Robert Jr. spent 114 games out of the lineup during the final two seasons of his Chicago White Sox tenure. The veteran outfielder experienced a steady decline in production following an All-Star appearance in 2023.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 17

The Mets Are Telling Us Plenty About Their Pitching Plans Without Saying It

The New York Mets are determined to not have a repeat of the 2025 season where injuries and underperformance derailed a league-best 45-24 start. In the starting pitching department, the Mets hit a wall in the final three months of the season, which led to their slow collapse.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 17

Mets Opening Day Roster Projection, Starting Lineup and Pitchers Prediction

The New York Mets entered spring training with a much different roster than the one they ended the 2025 campaign with, shaking up their core in hopes of better results.

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Clay Holmes News / Mets Merized Online / February 17

MMO from Port St. Lucie: Clay Holmes Looks Competition Ready

The baseball continues to roll on! After the first full team workout on Monday, the Mets continued to build toward their first spring training game of the season on Saturday.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Luke Weaver News / New York Mets on SI / February 17

Luke Weaver Roasts Yankees During Exchange With Mets Fan

The New York Mets signed former Yankees closer Luke Weaver to a two-year, $22 million contract just a few days before Christmas in 2024. This signing made sense on the surface for the Mets.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / February 17

Mets' Carlos Mendoza Shares Luis Robert Jr. Update Amid Spring Training

The New York Mets have a new‑look roster heading into the upcoming MLB season, and one of the most intriguing pieces is outfielder Luis Robert Jr. The 28‑year‑old was acquired earlier in the offseason in a trade with the Chicago White Sox, a deal that had been discussed since last year’s trade deadline before finally coming together.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 17

Four Key Mets Players to Miss Early Spring Training Games

The New York Mets kick off Grapefruit League play on Saturday and will be without a few key players. On Tuesday, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza told the media that Francisco Alvarez, Brett Baty, Jorge Polanco, and Luis Robert Jr.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / February 17

2026 Mets Positional Outlook: Middle Infield

The Mets’ starters on the infield up the middle seemed set in stone just a few days ago, but news of Francisco Lindor‘s hamate injury has complicated matters for the team.

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Brett Baty News / Empire Sports Media / February 17

Are the Mets grooming Brett Baty for a super-utility role?

The New York Mets didn’t just shuffle their infield this winter—they detonated it. Bo Bichette lands at third base, pushing Mark Vientos into limbo, or the DH role at least.

MLB News / New York Mets on SI / February 17

Corey Seager Addresses Alleged Issues With Mets' Marcus Semien

On November 24, news broke that the New York Mets had traded longtime outfielder Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers in exchange for standout second baseman Marcus Semien.

Francisco Lindor News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17

Mets’ Francisco Lindor in good spirits with teammates despite hand injury wrecking spring training

After suffering a broken bone in his hand, New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor is expected to be sidelined for the majority, if not all of spring training.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 17

Breakout Season From Former Top Prospect Could Propel Mets to New Heights

With spring training nearly here for the New York Mets, there will be plenty of optimism surrounding the team following a strong end to the winter. However, they will also be hoping that some of their young players continue to develop.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 17

What Carlos Mendoza has told Mets players about expectations early into spring training

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza touched upon what he has told his players early into spring training after the club endured a brutal collapse en route to missing the playoffs last season.

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New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / February 16

Mets Embrace Culture Reset Ahead of 2026 Season

After one of the most historic collapses in baseball history by the New York Mets in 2025, it was apparent that a dramatic change was needed. This involved

MLB News / New York Mets on SI / February 16

Mets Sign Former Yankees Outfielder to Minor League Deal

The New York Mets added some big league experience to their outfield competition on Monday, bringing back a familiar name for New York baseball fans. The team announced that it has reached an agreement on a minor league deal with former New York Yankees outfielder Mike Tauchman.

Carson Benge News / Athlon Sports / February 16

Mets Prospect Carson Benge Receives Bad News

The New York Mets drafted 6-foot-1 outfielder Carson Benge with the 19th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft. In two collegiate seasons at Oklahoma State, Benge posted a 1.064 OPS that made him one of the most intriguing offensive prospects in his draft class.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 16

Mets, Mike Tauchman Agree To Minor League Deal

The Mets are in agreement with veteran outfielder Mike Tauchman on a minor league contract, report Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic. The Meister Sports Management client will be in camp as a non-roster invitee once he completes a physical.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / February 16

Report: Reliever Drew Smith agrees to minor league contract with Nats

Former New York Mets reliever Drew Smith agreed to a minor league deal Monday with the Washington Nationals, SNY reported. The deal includes an invitation to major league camp and is reportedly worth $1.75 million if the right-hander makes the major league roster with up to $1.25 million in performance incentives.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 16