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Pedro Martinez Gives His Take on State of the Mets

Entering July, the New York Mets find themselves in a position they did not expect. The Mets begin the new month with the third-worst record in the National League at 36-50.

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Mets' Steve Cohen shares massive David Stearns update after firing of Carlos Mendoza

Since the start of what became a brutal collapse last summer that ended with the 2025 Mets missing the playoffs, New York has become the league's latest worst team money can buy.

Former Mets coach shares alarming takes about David Stearns, Juan Soto

Marcus Semien is just the latest Mets player lost to injury

Juan Soto explains what went wrong during embarrassing play

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How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

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David Peterson News / Amazin' Avenue / July 1

A reminiscence of David Peterson’s Mets tenure

It finally happened. The Mets selling before the trade deadline was a worst case scenario going into the season, with a roster full of promise and hope for a return to the postseason.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / July 1

Mets Prospect Report Card: June

April: 6 G (6 GS), 35.1 IP, 20 H, 12 R, 10 ER (2.55 ERA), 10 BB, 45 K, .234 BABIP (MLB) May: 6 G (6 GS), 31.0 IP, 30 H, 24 R, 21 ER (6.10 ERA), 14 BB,

MLB News / HITC / July 1

Bobby Bonilla Day: how a Bernie Madoff gamble left the Mets paying $1.19 million a year

Every July 1st, one retired baseball player wakes up richer than some of the sport’s current stars — and he last swung a bat for the New York Mets back in 1999.

Nolan McLean News / Mets Merized Online / July 1

McLean Baffles Blue Jays

Nolan McLean showed off the whole repertoire Tuesday, striking out three Blue Jays with a curve, one on a slider, one on a fastball and two on sinkers, including Andrés Giménez, who waved at a 97 mph offering with two on and two out to end the second inning.

Bobby Bonilla News / ESPN / July 1

It's Bobby Bonilla Day! Why New York Mets still pa...

The former infielder hasn't played for the Mets since 1999, but Wednesday he'll receive his annual paycheck from his old team.

MLB News / Amazin' Avenue / July 1

Mets sign Christopher Morel to minor league deal

The Mets have signed first baseman Christopher Morel to a minor league deal, according to a report by Will Sammon. And Jorge Castillo adds that the deal contains three opt-outs, the first of which is on July 15.

Luis Robert News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 1

Mets’ Luis Robert Jr shows promising speed in AAA rehab start

The New York Mets have been without Luis Robert since late April with a back injury. But as the outfielder began his rehab assignment, he seemed to be nearing full health.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

MLB News / Sport Relay / June 30

Mets Blank Blue Jays in Middle Game

In need of a bounce-back win, the New York Mets shut out the Toronto Blue Jays, 3–0, at the Rogers Center on Tuesday. Catchers Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens powered their team with separate solo home runs.

Nolan McLean News / Field Level Media / June 30

Nolan McLean helps Mets blank Blue Jays

Nolan McLean struck out seven in six scoreless innings Tuesday night and the visiting New York Mets defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 3-0. McLean (5-5) allowed five hits and two walks, while Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens provided support with solo home runs.

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Clay Holmes News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Mets Make Clay Holmes Announcement

The New York Mets announced some good news about one of their injured starting pitchers on Tuesday. Mets interim manager Andy Green told reporters that Clay Holmes (fractured fibula) will throw a bullpen session later in the week.

Juan Soto News / The Spun / June 30

Mets Accused Of 'Coddling' Superstar Outfielder Juan Soto

As if this season couldn't get any worse for the New York Mets, superstar slugger Juan Soto is being accused of receiving preferential treatment. Soto signed a 15-year, $765 million contract with the Mets prior to the 2025 season.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 30

Mets’ Jorge Polanco, Luis Robert Jr. injury updates prompt veteran signing

The New York Mets made a signing on Tuesday after recently receiving injury updates on infielder Jorge Polanco and outfielder Luis Robert Jr. According to Jorge Castillo of ESPN, New York signed versatile veteran Christopher Morel to a contract.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 30

Everything Mets Fans Need to Know (6/30): Eric Chavez Drama, Injury News, Who's Hot/Not & More

The Mets are playing in a different country: will it change how they show up on the baseball field? Well, it most definitely didn’t, as the first at-bat from George Springer resulted in a little-league home run on Monday night, thanks to a ball that was just skipped by Juan Soto, with A.J.

Juan Soto News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30

Juan Soto and the Mets gave up the most embarrassing Little League home run

The New York Mets continue to find new and exciting ways to embarrass themselves this season. The Mets defense gave up a Little League home run to the first batter they faced on Monday at Rogers Centre in Toronto, Canada.

Marcus Semien News / Larry Brown Sports / June 29

Mets get tough injury news on Marcus Semien

The New York Mets are going to be without Marcus Semien through the All-Star break and beyond. Semien has reportedly been diagnosed with a Grade 3 hip flexor strain.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 30

Former coach shares alarming takes about David Stearns, Juan Soto

Former Mets coach shares alarming takes about David Stearns, Juan Soto

New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns has become a public enemy in the eyes of many Mets fans.

MLB scout torches Mets lineup after firing of Carlos Mendoza

Former Cubs manager discusses potential interest in Mets job

Marcus Semien is just the latest Mets player lost to injury

Yankees offense has taken a detour with fifth consecutive loss

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Win over Brewers can't mask growing Cubs problem

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 29

Marcus Semien is just the latest Mets player lost to injury

The New York Mets' season continues to get worse, as Marcus Semien is the latest Met to wind up on the injured list. According to New York Post columnist Jon Heyman, Semien has a Grade 3 hip flexor strain, which will have him out for the next four to six weeks.

Former Cubs manager David Ross discusses potential interest in Mets job

MLB scout torches Mets lineup after firing of Carlos Mendoza

Bo Bichette News / Field Level Media / June 29

Bo Bichette's Mets, former team Jays experiencing rough seasons

Bo Bichette will find a different Toronto Blue Jays team Monday night than the one he left when he visits with the New York Mets to open a three-game series.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Should the Mets Move On from Brett Baty and Mark Vientos?

The New York Mets are staring at a lost season. After a 5-4 loss to the rival Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday, the Mets are 35-49 and 9.5 games out of a Wild Card spot.

Clay Holmes News / Empire Sports Media / June 28

Clay Holmes finally has a real checkpoint in front of him

Clay Holmes finally gave the Mets the kind of injury update that does not come with another warning attached. According to Chelsea Janes of SNY, Holmes said he underwent another X-ray on his leg last week and “everything checked out.” He has been throwing on flat ground and is scheduled to get back on a mound next week.

Zack Short News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 27