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On YouTubeNew York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 16
Insider Predicts When the Mets Would Consider a Coaching Change
After finishing the 2025 season with a brutal collapse that saw them slide out of the playoff picture at the last moment, the 2026 New York Mets have picked up right where they left off.
Brett Baty News / Mets Merized Online / April 16
Analyzing Brett Baty’s Offensive Struggles 
Brett Baty looked like he broke out in 2025. He took the ball deeper to combat his pitch recognition issues and utilized his plus bat speed to drive the ball.
Jared Young News / New York Mets on SI / April 16
Mets’ Young Infielders Playing a Big Role in Lineup Problems
The New York Mets are digging themselves an early hole in the standings thanks to an anemic offensive performance. While the Mets can reasonably expect Francisco Lindor and Bo Bichette to turn things around, the underperformance of youngsters Mark Vientos and Brett Baty could be a longer term issue.
The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?
Bo Bichette News / Empire Sports Media / April 16
NY Mets’ Bo Bichette opens up about eight-game losing streak and offensive struggles
The New York Mets started their season with a 7-4 record. After that, they have dropped eight consecutive games and are now 7-12. Needless to say, they occupy the last place in the NL East division and can’t seem to get out of their hole.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 16
What History Says About the Mets' Chances of a Turnaround
The New York Mets are in the midst of one of their worst losing streaks in quite some time. After getting swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Mets have now lost eight straight games.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / April 16
3 Up, 3 Down: Mets’ Woes Continue With LA Sweep
Things appear pretty bleak for the New York Mets right now. While still early, the last couple of weeks have been ugly, and the struggles continued with the Mets being swept by the Dodgers in LA.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 16
Mets’ Hitting Coach Speaks on Team’s Struggles
Entering this season, the expectation was that the New York Mets' lineup would not offer the same offensive prowess it had been accustomed to over the last several seasons, following the offseason departures of Brandon Nimmo and Pete Alonso.
Nolan McLean News / Athlon Sports / April 16
Fantasy Baseball 2026: Examining Nolan McLean’s Greatness
In the World Baseball Classic, Nolan McLean surrendered two runs in 4.2 innings, one of which scored on a sacrifice fly after a wild pitch moved the runners up.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Carlos Mendoza News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 16
Mets’ Carlos Mendoza admits obvious reality amid New York’s brutal losing streak
The New York Mets have endured a brutal stretch over the last week, losing eight straight games. After the eighth straight loss, manager Carlos Mendoza admitted his feelings about the Mets’ losing streak and struggles, according to Mets’ beat reporter Max Goodman.
New York Mets News / Just Baseball / April 16
The ‘Run Prevention’ Mets Need to Find Run Production
The New York Mets‘ pronounced offseason strategy was to increase their team’s run prevention, placing an emphasis on both pitching and defense. However, throughout the first few weeks of the 2026 season, New York has sported a feeble offense.
Richard Lovelady News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 16
Nationals Acquire Richard Lovelady
The Nationals announced Thursday that they’ve acquired left-hander Richard Lovelady from the Mets in exchange for cash. Fellow southpaw Ken Waldichuk, who was recently recommended for Tommy John surgery, moves to the 60-day IL to open a spot on the 40-man roster.
MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / April 16
Brewers–Mets Freddy Peralta Blockbuster Revisited After 9-8 Start
The Milwaukee Brewers pulled off yet another major trade this past offseason. It's been a trend over the last few years as the Brewers have traded stars away before landing lucrative deals.
MJ Melendez News / Mets Merized Online / April 16
MJ Melendez Shines as Lone Offensive Bright Spot
If there was one bright spot on Wednesday night, albeit an extremely dim one, it was MJ Melendez. Melendez, a former top prospect and second-round pick by the Royals back in 2017, led all of minor league baseball with 41 home runs in 2021.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 16
Hitting coach has 'pretty simple' explanation for Mets' offensive woes amid losing streak
The Mets' ongoing losing streak reached eight games with their 8-2 defeat at the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 16
Mets continue to make worrisome admissions as losing streak grows
The Mets' skid reached eight contests after their 8-2 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / April 16
Mets get swept as their offense remains inert
The Mets had lost seven in a row, including the first two games of the series against the Dodgers. Clay Holmes was taking the mound against Shohei Ohtani, who had a 0.00 ERA up to that point in the season.
Jorge Polanco News / Athlon Sports / April 15
Mets Make Jorge Polanco Decision for Dodgers Game
The New York Mets will have to attempt to end their seven-game losing streak without Jorge Polanco on Wednesday. According to Mike Puma, the infielder is not in Wednesday's lineup against the Los Angeles Dodgers due to an injury.
Jared Young News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 15
Jared Young To Undergo Meniscus Surgery
The Mets announced that infielder/outfielder Jared Young has been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to April 13th, due to a left meniscus tear.
New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / April 15
Mets’ Nolan McLean Is on Historic Run Rivaling Paul Skenes
We're about 10 percent of the way through the 2026 Major League Baseball season and New York Mets rookie starting pitcher Nolan McLean arguably should be considered the favorite for the National League Rookie of the Year Award.
Carlos Mendoza News / Yardbarker / April 15
Huge Carlos Mendoza job-security update revealed amid Mets' losing streak
What was once a 7-4 New York Mets side fell to 7-11 on the season via a frustrating 2-1 loss at the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night. Some have wondered if Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is on the hot seat, considering how poorly his club has played since last summer.
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15
Steve Cohen delivers a strong message after the Mets' seventh straight loss
The New York Mets are in a rut, but owner Steve Cohen is far from losing confidence in his team.
Carson Benge News / Just Baseball / April 15
How Long Is the Mets’ Leash on Carson Benge?
Nothing is guaranteed when it comes to prospects. Just Baseball’s No. 11 prospect, Carson Benge, is reminding us of that early in his career with the New York Mets.
Tommy Pham News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13
Mets make interesting roster move amid brutal slide
The New York Mets need a spark, and they’re hoping that the spark’s name is Tommy Pham. The Mets are reportedly calling up veteran Tommy Pham. According to The Athletic’s Will Sammon, the journeyman outfielder is expected to join the team for its upcoming three-game road series against the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
Tommy Pham News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 12
Mets To Select Tommy Pham
The Mets are planning to select the contract of veteran outfielder Tommy Pham, according to a report from Will Sammon of The Athletic. The veteran outfielder is on a minor league deal with the club, so he’ll need to be added to the 40-man roster before he officially joins the club.
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