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Kyle Schwarber News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8

Mets interested in free-agent slugger Kyle Schwarber

The Mets are interested in free agent slugger Kyle Schwarber, reports Mike Puma of The New York Post. Schwarber rejected a qualifying offer from the Phillies, so any other club would face the associated penalties for signing him.

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New 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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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

Bonds, Clemens learn fate as new Hall Fame member announced

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.

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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.

Nolan McLean News / Mets Merized Online / December 7

Statistical Spotlight: Nolan McLean’s Curveball

One of the few bright spots for the New York Mets down the stretch last year was the performance of pitching prospect Nolan McLean. McLean was called up on August 13, and while the Mets only went 19-24 since that call-up, the Mets held a 6-2 record for the games that McLean started.