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On YouTubeFrancisco Alvarez News / New York Mets on SI / March 20
Mets Dodge Francisco Alvarez Injury Scare
The New York Mets can exhale after an injury scare on Thursday. Catcher Francisco Alvarez was only able to play three innings in New York's spring training game against the Houston Astros last night.
Juan Soto News / New York Mets on SI / March 20
Juan Soto's Claim About Who Mets Ace is Raises Eyebrows
After the New York Mets traded for former Milwaukee Brewers ace Freddy Peralta earlier in this offseason, there was a lot of chatter about whether he or Nolan McLean would get the nod on Opening Day.
The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Mets Merized Online / March 20
Spring Training Game Chat: Cardinals vs. Mets, 1:10 PM 
Friday, March 20, 2026 • 1:10 PM Clover Park • Port St. Lucie, FL RHP Andre Pallante (0-0, 2.57) vs. RHP Tobias Myers (1-1, 1.86) SNY • MLBN The New York Mets play the St.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Carson Benge News / Last Word On Sports / March 20
Carson Benge Set for Mets Opening Day Roster
Buckle up, Mets fans, there’s a new young star making his way to Queens. After an offseason full of hype and rumors, Carson Benge will make the Mets’ Opening Day roster.
MLB News / Amazin' Avenue / March 20
Highlights from the New at Citi 2026 Event
One of the highlights of each spring is the New at Citi event held by the Mets to showcase what fans can expect from Citi Field in terms of new experiences, giveaways, and, most importantly, food and drink.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20
Mets not expected to have Freddy Peralta signed before Opening Day
It was a great offseason in Queens, as the New York Mets traded for Freddy Peralta in a major deal with the Milwaukee Brewers. But with Peralta in an expiring contract, the Mets still need to sign him.
A.J. Minter News / Amazin' Avenue / March 20
A.J. Minter will be a big asset to the Mets’ bullpen when he returns
The Mets signed 32-year-old lefty and career Atlanta Brave A.J. Minter to a two-year, $22 million contract in the 2024-2025 season with the intention of making him an essential late-inning piece in their bullpen.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20
Mets’ Juan Soto slaps ace label on Kodai Senga ahead of 2026 season
The New York Mets enter the 2026 season with urgency, and Juan Soto made that clear when discussing Kodai Senga before Opening Day. As the season opener approaches, the message feels direct.
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.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 20
Mets, Freddy Peralta seem to have understanding about possibly signing extension before Opening Day
Not long after the New York Mets acquired Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers earlier this offseason, the 29-year-old who is set to reach free agency after the 2026 season wraps up suggested he could be open to signing an extension with the club before Opening Day.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 20
Nolan McLean nearly had Mets' Carlos Mendoza 'jumping off the couch' during WBC final
Before New York Mets prospect and potential future ace Nolan McLean started for Team USA versus Venezuela in the final of the World Baseball Classic this
Freddy Peralta News / New York Mets on SI / March 20
Insider Reveals 'Big Issue' Stopping Mets-Freddy Peralta Contract Extension
One of the reasons that the New York Mets targeted a trade for former Milwaukee Brewers ace Freddy Peralta this past offseason was because they believed they would be willing to sign him to a long-term deal.
Bo Bichette News / Empire Sports Media / March 20
NY Mets will play Bo Bichette at shortstop Friday against Cardinals
Bo Bichette is heading back to shortstop for one day. According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the NY Mets will start Bichette at shortstop Friday against the St.
Ronny Mauricio News / Amazin' Avenue / March 20
Mets’ latest roster cuts include Ronny Mauricio
The Mets made another round of major league spring training roster cuts, optioning infielder Ronny Mauricio and right-handed pitcher Joey Gerber to Triple-A Syracuse and reassigning right-handed pitcher Mike Baumann and left-handed pitcher Brandon Waddell to minor league camp.
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / March 20
Iconic Mets announcer Howie Rose retiring after 2026 season
New York Mets radio announcer Howie Rose announced Thursday he will retire after the 2026 season, closing a career that has spanned nearly four decades with the franchise.
Carlos Mendoza News / Yardbarker / March 20
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza made World Series promise to Howie Rose after retirement announcement
New York Mets fans were saddened to learn on Thursday morning that Rose will retire from calling Mets games after the 2026 season comes to an end.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 20
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza introduces new dugout-assisted pitching strategy
The New York Mets will be taking a different approach to pitching in 2026, with signs coming from the dugout.
Freddy Peralta News / Athlon Sports / March 19
Mets Facing Freddy Peralta Problem Ahead of 2026 Season
The New York Mets acquired right-handed starting pitcher Freddy Peralta in a trade from the Milwaukee Brewers this past offseason. Will Peralta be a one-year rental, though?
Francisco Alvarez News / New York Mets on SI / March 19
Francisco Alvarez Exits Mets' Spring Training Game Early
The New York Mets' run of good health luck this spring appears to be over. Catcher Francisco Alvarez, who was scheduled to catch all nine innings of the Mets' exhibition game on Thursday night, was lifted for a pinch hitter in the fourth inning after receiving just one at-bat.
Kodai Senga News / Athlon Sports / March 19
2026 Fantasy Baseball: Kodai Senga's Upside for Mets Rotation & Draft Value
Three seasons ago Kodai Senga was the legitimate ace of the Mets rotation. Boasting a high K-rate and good velocity, plus a mysterious “ghost fork” pitch, Senga was a promising Japanese import.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 19
Will Bo Bichette be Mets backup shortstop? Here’s what Carlos Mendoza said
The New York Mets made their biggest move of the offseason when they signed free-agent Bo Bichette away from the Toronto Blue Jays. While Bichette was an All-Star shortstop with the Blue Jays, he will play third base for the Mets this season.
Juan Soto News / Athlon Sports / March 19
Mets Announce Juan Soto News at Spring Training
The New York Mets have a reloaded, new‑look roster prepared for the 2026 MLB season, built around their two biggest superstars: shortstop Francisco Lindor and outfielder Juan Soto.
Ronny Mauricio News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 19
Mets Option Ronny Mauricio
The Mets announced a series of roster cuts today. Most notably, infielder Ronny Mauricio has been optioned to Triple-A Syracuse. They also optioned right-hander Joey Gerber while non-roster pitchers Brandon Waddell and Mike Baumann were reassigned to minor league camp.
Carlos Mendoza News / Total Pro Sports / March 19
Carlos Mendoza Receives Grim News From Analyst Ahead Of The 2026 Season
The leash just got shorter in Queens. After a late-season collapse turned the tide fast on what once looked like a playoff-bound run, the New York Mets are heading into 2026 with more questions than answers.
Mark Vientos News / Last Word On Sports / March 18
Mark Vientos Continues to Struggle In Spring Training
Mark Vientos has had an awful Spring Training for the Mets up to this point. In eight games, Vientos has one hit in 25 at-bats, leading to a .040 batting average.
New York Mets News / New Baseball Media / March 18
2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: New York Mets
Despite a strong first two-and-a-half months, the Mets failed to make the playoffs in 2025. And after that “slow-motion collapse,” the Mets’ brass opted for wholesale changes.
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