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Mets News & Buzz: Freddy Peralta throws first live batting practice session; Why Brett Baty hasn’t hit his ceiling, more

Despite spring training not being officially underway, several members of the New York Mets roster are already working out in Port St. Lucie, getting ready for the season.

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Clay Holmes may be key to New York Mets' rotation

Clay Holmes may be the forgotten man in the 2026 New York Mets rotation.

Mark McGwire gets hired by a notable MLB team

Yankees re-signing Paul Goldschmidt contradicts Brian Cashman's statement

Javier Baez's World Baseball Classic suspension a frustrating development

Former World Series champion Terrance Gore dies at 34

MLB Draft prospects to know: 'Best college shortstop prospect in years'

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The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'First Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony' quiz

The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

The 'MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 7

Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta reveals early pitching update ahead of spring training

The New York Mets continue laying the foundation for the 2026 season, and an early pitching update from their newest frontline arm offered encouraging signs.

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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 / Larry Brown Sports / February 7

Former World Series champion Terrance Gore dies at 34

Two-time World Series champion Terrance Gore has died at the age of 34. Gore’s wife Britney had posted that the 34-year-old died last night during what was supposed to be a routine medical procedure.

Terrance Gore News / Field Level Media / February 7

Former World Series champ Terrance Gore dies at 34

Terrance Gore, who was part of World Series championship teams as a speedy bench weapon, passed away at the age of 34, the Kansas City Royals announced Saturday.

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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.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 7

Former major league OF Terrance Gore dies at age 34

Longtime Royals outfielder and pinch-running specialist Terrance Gore has died at age 34.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / February 7

José Ramos will try to make his big league debut in 2026

Having spent the entirety of his professional baseball career in the Dodgers organization until he signed a minor league deal with the Mets this offseason, José Ramos has yet to get a shot in the big leagues.

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The 'Super Bowl halftime show artists' quiz

The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

The 'Super Bowl XLIX starters' quiz

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / February 7

First Week in Port St. Lucie

Pitchers and catchers do not report until February 11, 2026, but multiple Mets players have arrived in Port St. Lucie early. Francisco Alvarez arrived in camp early to work with both the young pitchers and newly acquired Freddy Peralta.

Francisco Lindor News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 6

Mets’ Francisco Lindor drops confident prediction in message to fans

With the New York Mets amid an important offseason, there is no doubt going to be high expectations heading into next season, especially with the additions made.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 6

Javier Baez's WBC marijuana suspension a frustrating development

Javier Baez's World Baseball Classic marijuana suspension a frustrating development

Detroit Tigers Infielder Javy Baez will not be able to participate in this year's World Baseball Classic due to a failed marijuana test at the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

Yankees re-signing Paul Goldschmidt contradicts Brian Cashman's statement

Tarik Skubal sets precedent in arbitration victory over Tigers

Lefty Framber Valdez's Tigers contract makes history in multiple ways

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani will not pitch for Japan in World Baseball Classic

Emmanuel Clase accused of rigging pitches in dozens of games to help bettors

Jonah Tong News / New York Mets on SI / February 6

Mets' Expected Plan for Jonah Tong Revealed

Jonah Tong is slated to be on the outside looking in for the New York Mets' rotation to start the 2026 season. In a February 5 article for The New York

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

'He’s Going To Be A Met' – Radio Host Predicts Blockbuster Trade for Expensive Pitcher

Lack of depth in the starting pitching department was one of the biggest issues for the New York Mets last season. The absence of a dominant ace at the top of the rotation proved expensive as injuries ravaged their pitching staff.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 6

Mets' Clay Holmes Shares Opinion of Freddy Peralta

While David Stearns and the rest of the New York Mets’ front office might not want to admit it, they needed to address whatever happened in their clubhouse last season when building their roster this winter.

Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / February 5

Mets' Francisco Lindor Dealt More Bad News Before World Baseball Classic

The New York Mets have one of the strongest infields in MLB, headlined by the team’s captain Francisco Lindor. Since arriving in Queens prior to the 2021 season via trade from the Cleveland Guardians, Lindor has been exactly as anticipated for the Mets.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 5