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Mets Sink to Depths of Despair in 10-5 Loss to Cubs

After dropping game one to the Cubs on Tuesday night, along with the matinee’ matchup on Wednesday, the Mets were looking to avoid losing the series and being swept in the doubleheader at Citi Field.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / June 24

Mets remain an embarrassment in another loss to Cubs

You don’t owe the Mets anything, and the way they’re playing, they clearly don’t feel that they owe you a professional performance. Mets infielders combined to commit a staggering six errors in a game that saw their team lose to the Cubs for the second time today and the third time in as many games by the Cubs.

New York Mets News / Sport Relay / June 24

Mets Losing Patience on Kodai Senga

The New York Mets have patiently waited for righty Kodai Senga to provide them with quality performances. They hoped that he could return to being an All-Star-caliber starter.

Cam Schlittler News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

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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.

Zack Short News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24

Mets Designate Zack Short For Assignment

Between games of today’s doubleheader, the Mets reinstated shortstop Francisco Lindor from the ten-day injured list. In a corresponding move, infielder Zack Short was designated for assignment.

MLB News / Amazin' Avenue / June 24

Mets lose to Cubs as starting pitching implodes again

Fans of Norway’s national football team were in town after their win against Senegal on Monday. For some reason, they thought why not come to a Mets game?

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 24

Norwegian fans fill up Citi Field and get Mets fans to do 'row' chant

The 2026 World Cup is bringing the best vibes we have ever seen. With the current state of social media, we are seeing fans from all over the world come to America, Canada, and Mexico, having the time of their lives, and it is all documented for everyone to see.

Nolan McLean News / Mets Merized Online / June 24

McLean Falters, Mets Drop Fourth Straight

Starting pitchers failed the Mets miserably in the three-game losing streak they took into a Wednesday doubleheader with the Cubs at Citi Field. Kodai Senga, David Peterson and Freddy Peralta allowed seven, four and 10 runs, respectively, in the losses.

David Stearns News / New York Mets on SI / June 24

Why David Stearns Will Get Another Year to Fix the Mets Despite 2026 Struggles

It certainly feels like the past 377 days have been a year of hell for Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns. Watching the 2025 team collapse

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / June 24

Mets demote struggling RHP Kodai Senga to bullpen

Disappointing Mets right-hander Kodai Senga has been demoted to the bullpen after his ERA soared to 10.08 during Tuesday's 9-6 loss to the visiting Chicago Cubs.

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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.

Freddy Peralta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 24

Insiders get brutally honest on Mets starter Freddy Peralta’s trade outlook

The MLB trade deadline isn’t until August 3, but rumors are running rampant around the league anyway. With the New York Mets in last place in the NL East, the club is one of several organizations that could be sellers at the deadline.

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Willson Contreras News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 24

Mets rumors: New York mentioned as Willson Contreras trade suitor despite brutal season

The New York Mets have been a trainwreck through the first half of the 2026 MLB season, currently sitting at 34-44 ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Chicago Cubs.

New York Mets News / Stadium Rant / June 24

The 2026 New York Mets Are MLB’s Biggest Disappointment

This past winter’s offseason witnessed the New York Mets make a flurry of moves that drastically changed the roster’s construction. The team saw household names like Pete Alonso and Brandon Nimmo join different organizations, but in return, saw the additions of marquee names like Bo Bichette and Freddy Peralta.

Juan Soto News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Mets Facing Decision After Troubling Juan Soto News

The New York Mets have had a rough 2026 season, last in the National League East with a 34-44 record, and the latest news provides even more challenges.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / June 24

Mets' Playoff Hopes Unofficially Bashed After Tuesday's Loss to the Cubs

Following another bad loss to a solid but not great National League team, the Mets can officially punt on the remainder of this season, as their 2026 playoff hopes are all but over.

Francisco Lindor News / Field Level Media / June 24

Mets activate SS Francisco Lindor for Game 2 vs. Cubs

For the first time in two months, Francisco Lindor is expected to be in the Mets' lineup on Wednesday. Lindor was activated from the injured list to make his return after missing more than two months with a strained left calf.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / June 24

Game Chat: Cubs vs Mets, 1:10 PM

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 • 1:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY RHP Javier Assad (5-1, 3.89) vs. RHP Nolan McLean (4-4, 3.67) SNY Last night was more of the same for the Mets.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 24

What does Francisco Lindor’s return mean for Bo Bichette?

On Wednesday, the New York Mets will have their franchise shortstop, Francisco Lindor, make his return. What does that mean for Bo Bichette?

Francisco Lindor expected to return Wednesday night

Marcus Semien shares new Francisco Lindor warning for struggling Mets ahead of anticipated return

Underperforming Mets, Cubs want to build momentum ahead of break

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New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 24

Mets make big Kodai Senga decision

The New York Mets have made a decision regarding struggling starting pitcher Kodai Senga.

Mets' Kodai Senga questions grow louder amid newest Juan Soto concern

Juan Soto sends strong message to Mets after latest series loss

Francisco Lindor expected to return Wednesday night

What does Francisco Lindor’s return mean for Bo Bichette?

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Francisco Lindor News / Yardbarker / June 24

Francisco Lindor expected to return Wednesday night

In what has been a disappointing season for the New York Mets, a roster move prior to Game 2 of Wednesday's day-night doubleheader may be the spark New York needs.

Marcus Semien shares new Francisco Lindor warning for struggling Mets ahead of anticipated return

Underperforming Mets, Cubs want to build momentum ahead of break

Juan Soto sends strong message to Mets after latest series loss

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New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24

Carlos Mendoza had strong words after Kodai Senga’s ugly start

Kodai Senga has to figure it out before the New York Mets completely lose patience with him. The 33-year-old right-hander had another horrid start on Monday, when he was smacked around by the Chicago Cubs in a 9-6 Mets loss at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.

Juan Soto News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24

Juan Soto leaves game with concerning injury

New York Mets star Juan Soto left Tuesday’s contest early due to injury. Soto was removed from left field to start the 5th inning of the Mets’ night game against the Chicago Cubs at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 23

Mets’ David Stearns drops ‘tricky’ truth on Jorge Polanco’s injury

With the New York Mets playing the waiting game on certain injuries on the team, the one player who has yet to make his return is Jorge Polanco. As Polanco is currently recovering from an Achilles injury with the Mets, the president of baseball operations, David Stearns, gives the latest on the issue at hand.

Christian Scott News / Athlon Sports / June 23

Mets Make Christian Scott Announcement Before Cubs Game

The New York Mets' injury-plagued starting rotation is about to get a little healthier. Speaking with reporters on Tuesday, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza announced that Christian Scott is expected to be activated off the injured list this weekend after a short stint on the shelf.

Christian Scott News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 21

Christian Scott Could Return From IL When First Eligible

Mets righty Christian Scott emerged from a bullpen session on Sunday without any issues. He’s working his way back from a right hip impingement. Scott is on track to return to the club sometime next weekend, assuming he avoids any setbacks, per Anthony DiComo of MLB.com.