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Veteran righty Jose Urena elects free agency

Right-hander José Ureña has cleared waivers and elected free agency, reports Dan Hayes of The Athletic. The righty had been designated for assignment by the Twins a few days ago when they recalled Mick Abel.

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Mets' slugger trending towards rehab assignment; Veteran reliever placed on IL

The New York Mets provided injury updates on two key players Monday ahead of their series opener with the NL East rival Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field.

David Peterson News / Mets Merized Online / August 25

Players of the Week: Vientos Heating Up, Peterson Provides Stability

In what could have been a promising away stand for the Mets against the two worst NL East teams, the Mets delivered a mediocre result last week, going 3-3.

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The 'MLB home run record by position' quiz

Can you name the player with the most home runs in one MLB season for each position on the diamond?

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Nolan McLean News / New York Mets on SI / August 25

Mets’ Nolan McLean makes MLB history in first two starts

It would be difficult to draw up a better start to a career than what New York Mets rookie pitcher Nolan McLean has delivered in his first two big league outings.

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Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25

Mets place Reed Garrett on IL due to elbow inflammation

The Mets announced today that right-hander Reed Garrett has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation, retroactive to August 23rd.

Cedric Mullins News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Mets Make Cedric Mullins Decision Before Phillies Game

The New York Mets are entering a crucial series on Monday against the Philadelphia Phillies, with an opportunity to regain ground in the NL East as time runs out for a potential division title run.

Mark Vientos News / New York Mets on SI / August 25

How the resurgence of Mark Vientos may change the Mets' everyday lineup

The New York Mets' offense that had struggled greatly for a good portion of the summer has kicked things into another gear as of late. Over their last 12 games, the Mets are averaging 6.67 runs per game, hitting .311 as a team with a staggering .951 OPS.

Kodai Senga News / New York Mets on SI / August 25

Why Mets’ Kodai Senga faces a significant test against the Phillies

As the New York Mets open up a crucial three-game series at Citi Field against the Philadelphia Phillies, Monday's starter, Kodai Senga, will do something he has not done all season: pitching on four days of regular rest.

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25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / August 25

3 Up, 3 Down: Mets Can’t Finish The Sweep Against Atlanta

It wouldn’t be a weekend series without experiencing a frustrating New York Mets loss. Entering the three-game series against the Braves on a two-game losing streak, the Mets won the first two games to win the series and get back to winning ways.

Mark Vientos News / Mets Merized Online / August 25

Mark Vientos Reclaiming His Power

The 2025 Mets have often been compared to the 2024 Mets, especially during this extended losing stretch for New York. Most of what has been labeled missing is ethereal, whether it’s the “OMG vibes”, J.D.

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Carlos Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Mets Must Avoid Repeating Carlos Mendoza Mistake With Ex-Yankees Shortstop

For all of their second-half struggles, at least Carlos Mendoza and the New York Mets woke up Monday morning owning a 1 1/2 game lead over the Cincinnati Reds in the NL Wild Card race.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / August 25

Mets kick off homestand with NL East-leading Phillies

The New York Mets (69-61) return home from a 3-3 road trip to take on the first place Philadelphia Phillies (76-54). New York swept Philadelphia at Citi Field during their 7-0 homestand in April but dropped two out of three at Citizens Bank Park in June.

Breaking down how the Mets can catch Phillies in NL East race

The New York Mets enter the last week of August with slim odds to win the National League East. A mix of poor play and questionable urgency has allowed the Philadelphia Phillies to surge past the Mets in the division, building a season-high seven-game lead entering this week's three-game series at Citi Field.

Mark Vientos News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Mets’ Mark Vientos sends strong message ahead of crucial Phillies series

The month of August hasn’t gone according to plan at all for the struggling New York Mets. They’ve gone 7-14 in the calendar month, and they were even in the middle of a six-game losing streak courtesy of two straight series sweeps at one point.

Jonah Tong News / Yardbarker / August 24

Mets pitching prospect closing in on major league debut

He exploded onto the prospect scene in 2024 and has rapidly climbed up top prospect lists.

Mets manager confirms veteran pitcher done for the season due to 'pretty significant' injury

The 25 most unique features in MLB ballparks

The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz

Why MLB Is Taking a Chance With 2026 Mets-Phillies Field of Dreams Game

If you build it, and you remember that you built it, then the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies will come. USA Today reported on Sunday that Juan Soto’s Mets and Bryce Harper’s Phillies will clash in the Field of Dreams Game next June.

Mets go for series sweep in final game against Braves in '25

The New York Mets can't win the season series against the Atlanta Braves, but they will nonetheless go for a three-game road series sweep on Sunday when the National League East rivals meet for the last time this year.

Mets display power (6 homers) to rout Braves

Mark Vientos and Jeff McNeil each hit two home runs and the visiting New York Mets outslugged the Atlanta Braves 9-2 on Saturday night. The Mets went deep six times -- one short of their season high -- to win the second game of the three-game series.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

Mets rumors: Top prospect could pitch in Citi Field this season

The New York Mets are mired in a slump that’s knocked the team out of the division race. New York’s starting pitching has been a major concern during the club’s troubling August skid.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / August 23

Mets Starter to Miss Remainder of First Season in Queens with UCL Injury

The New York Mets have announced that starting pitcher Frankie Montas will miss the remainder of the 2025 season with a UCL injury. Montas was placed on

New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / August 23

Top Pitching Prospect Off To Historic Start With New York Mets

The New York Mets are just 6-13 in August and have fallen six games behind the Philadelphia Phillies for first place in the National League East. But as they cling to a 1.5-game led over the Cincinnati Reds for the final wild card spot, the Mets' top pitching prospect could help them secure a playoff bid.

Nolan McLean News / Field Level Media / August 22

Nolan McLean wins again as Mets cruise past Braves

Rookie Nolan McLean pitched seven strong innings and Juan Soto homered and drove in four runs to help the visiting New York Mets defeat the Atlanta Braves 12-7 on Friday in the opener of a three-game series.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / August 22

Two biggest concerns for Mets as they vie for postseason spot

Following Thursday's 9-3 loss at the hands of the Washington Nationals on Thursday, the New York Mets are clinging to a half-game lead for the final NL wild-card spot.

Nationals climb out of three-run hole to clobber Mets

Mets catcher could play through thumb injury but will require surgery

Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

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Jonah Tong News / Just Baseball / August 21

Mets Top Prospect Jonah Tong: Canada’s Next Wonder

When fans take a glance at Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong’s 2025 season so far, they might be blown away by his 1.50 ERA and 14.3 K/9 in 102 innings between the Double-A and Triple-A levels.