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On YouTubeNew York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 28
Veteran starter emerges as Mets' biggest bounce-back question
There are still a lot of question marks regarding the New York Mets' starting rotation heading into 2026. It would appear that the Mets are still in play for the few top free agent starting pitchers, including Tatsuya Imai, Zac Gallen, Framber Valdez, and Ranger Suarez, as they've all been linked to the Mets over the past couple of months.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / December 28
Under-The-Radar Minor Leaguers Who May Make An Impact In 2026 
A bullpen is always extremely difficult to project entering a season. As it stands now, the New York Mets only have four pitchers who should be looked upon as “locks” to make up the unit on Opening Day.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / December 28
What Early Fangraphs’ Projections Say About The 2026 Mets
Fangraphs already has wins above replacement (WAR) projections available. The baseball statistic website breaks these projections down position-by-position and team-by-team.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Jeff McNeil News / New York Mets on SI / December 28
Jeff McNeil sends parting message to Mets fans after trade
The New York Mets traded veteran infielder Jeff McNeil to the Athletics in exchange for minor league pitcher Yordan Rodriguez on December 23. This deal didn't come as a surprise, given all the reports that McNeil was on the trade block throughout this offseason.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Willson Contreras News / Empire Sports Media / December 27
Mets News & Buzz: How Mets let trade for Willson Contreras slip away; 2 newcomers projected to hit 20+ homers, more
The New York Mets came relatively close to completing a trade for first baseman Willson Contreras, but the Red Sox beat them and got their man. Luckily for the Mets, two of their new players for 2026, Jorge Polanco and Marcus Semien, are projected to surpass 20 home runs.
New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / December 27
Mets’ Newcomer Duo Projected to Clear 20 Homers Each
The number still jumps off the page if you stop and look at it. A 112 wRC+, fifth-best in baseball, attached to a New York Mets offense that mashed its way through last season with 224 home runs.
Framber Valdez News / Sport Relay / December 26
Should the Mets Sign Framber Valdez
Framber Valdez met with the New York Mets, among other teams, this offseason, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. There’s no doubt that the Mets have had interest in signing a veteran starting pitcher due to how weak their starting rotation is.
Framber Valdez News / Empire Sports Media / December 26
Mets News & Buzz: New York expected to make at least one big move; meeting with Framber Valdez signals potential disaster, more
The offseason has been a weird one for the New York Mets, but ESPN’s Jeff Passan believes they have at least one big free agent signing or trade in them.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 26
Mets called 'perfect fit' for top free agent
The New York Mets are expected to make at least one more major splash this offseason. While David Stearns and the rest of the front office has managed
Juan Soto News / New York Mets on SI / December 26
Juan Soto's stance on what wins championships raises eyebrows
New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns didn't mince words about where his squad struggled most in 2024. "From a roster construction
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.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 26
Mets attempted to trade for star first baseman
With the post-Pete Alonso era in full swing, the New York Mets were reportedly close to landing a potential replacement at first base. According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Mets tried to trade for Willson Contreras from the St.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 26
One roster move Mets must make after Christmas
The New York Mets have been busy this offseason, attempting to retool their team after a monumental collapse last season. One of their more surprising moves was the trade of Jeff McNeil to the Athletics in exchange for Yordan Rodriguez, a pitching prospect.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 26
Mets among teams speaking with top free agent starter
As the New York Mets look to improve their starting pitching staff, they have reportedly met with this top starter still on the market. In a December 25 article for the New York Post, Jon Heyman reported that the Mets were "among teams" that met with left-handed starting pitcher Framber Valdez.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / December 26
Will Different Be Good for the 2026 Mets?
Some change can be good. Sometimes not so much. As it pertains to the New York Mets, we know change will be in large supply in 2026. Whether all the change will result in a positive or negative year in Queens is simply unknowable right now.
Jeff McNeil News / Amazin' Avenue / December 26
Grading the Mets’ Jeff McNeil trade
In the latest (and potentially final) component of the controlled demolition of the holdover Mets’ core, Jeff McNeil was traded to the Athletics last week for RHP Yordan Rodriguez.
MLB News / FirstSportz / December 26
Yankees Confident Cody Bellinger Won’t 'Skip' to Mets like Juan Soto
It is no surprise that the New York Yankees want Cody Bellinger back. The Bronx Bombers have repeatedly expressed their desire to re-sign him. Amid their pursuit of him, MLB insider Jon Heyman expressed that the team are confident that he will not take the Juan Soto route and join the New York Mets.
Carson Benge News / Empire Sports Media / December 25
Mets News & Buzz: 4 positions New York still needs to address; Carson Benge could play important role in 2026, more
The New York Mets have taken some blows in the 2025-26 offseason, but that doesn’t mean they haven’t done anything. A new era is coming in Queens, but before they can say they are bona fide contenders, there are four areas they need to improve.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 23
Mets Interested In Austin Hays
The Mets have interest in free agent outfielder Austin Hays, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Hays was previously connected to the Royals but that was before Kansas City signed Lane Thomas and acquired Isaac Collins.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / December 23
Mets' roster moves may have common thread
These moves have a common theme aside from the Mets saving money.
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / December 22
Mets reportedly eyeing 3-time All-Star after latest trade
The New York Mets roster is already looking much different from what it did two months ago. The Mets continued moving pieces on Monday by trading infielder Jeff McNeil to the Athletics.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 23
Athletics add another piece to impressive lineup with Jeff McNeil acquisition
The Athletics have quietly built an impressive lineup in Sacramento. They added another interesting piece to the puzzle on Monday.
Brandon Waddell News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 20
Mets Outright Brandon Waddell
The Mets assigned left-hander Brandon Waddell outright to Triple-A yesterday, as noted by Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. Waddell had been designated for assignment earlier this week to make room for catcher Drew Romo on the 40-man roster.
Clay Holmes News / Yardbarker / December 19
Mets' Clay Holmes seems puzzled by controversial offseason decisions
While speaking at a holiday event held at Citi Field on Thursday, Holmes spoke about the fact that closer Edwin Diaz, first baseman Pete Alonso and outfielder Brandon Nimmo all have new MLB homes.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 18
Mets Re-Sign Kevin Herget To Minor League Deal
The Mets are in agreement with reliever Kevin Herget on a minor league contract, reports Will Sammon of The Athletic. The Paragon Sports International client will be in camp as a non-roster invitee.
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