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Right Field Competition Heating Up for Mets

The Mets have a competition for right field this spring with Juan Soto moving to left field. Carson Benge, Mike Tauchman, MJ Melendez and Cristian Pache are all competing for roster spots. Brett Baty and Tyrone Taylor have spots likely secured on the major league roster, but could be factors in right field.

Juan Soto News / New York Mets on SI / March 9

Juan Soto's Mets Omission During 'Fun Teams' Comment Goes Viral

After New York Mets star Juan Soto's uncharacteristically slow start to the 2025 season, speculation surfaced that Soto might not be acclimated to his new team quite yet.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 8

MMO from Port St. Lucie: The Spring Edition Subway Series

Like a wide number of people in the Northeast, the Subway Series came south for the winter. On Sunday, the New York Mets and New York Yankees faced off in Port St.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 8

Peralta Makes Second Spring Start As Young Offensive Talent Shines

The Mets showcased their offensive power against their crosstown rivals, the Yankees, in Port St. Lucie, winning the game 10-4 on Sunday. After falling behind early, the Mets rallied to take the lead and never looked back.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 8

Why Team USA needs Tarik Skubal to stay at WBC

Team USA needs Tarik Skubal to stay at WBC to better prepare for potential matchup against Dominican Republic

After Team USA beat Great Britain 9-1 on Saturday, pitcher Tarik Skubal (Detroit Tigers) admitted he may change his World Baseball Classic plans. The Americans would love that.

Skubal is pushing Tigers to let him start another WBC game

Skubal says Tigers never made a long-term offer

Pair of recent Yankees departures raking this spring

Shohei Ohtani is doing something even Babe Ruth never had to do

Mike Trout's position change may reshape Nelson Rada's path to majors

WBC roundup: Cuba starts strong in defeat of Colombia

MLB News / Amazin' Avenue / March 8

Grapefruit Juice: Mets 10, Yankees 4

The Mets defeated the Yankees today in Port St. Lucie by a score of 10-4. With a victory both today and on February 22, the Mets have swept the all-important Grapefruit League Subway Series.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 8

Mets’ Roster Hopeful Needs Dreaded Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Surgery

After initially reporting shoulder discomfort earlier this week, New York Mets roster hopeful Robert Stock now faces a lengthy absence. On Sunday, Stock told reporters (including Jon Heyman of the New York Post) that he was recommended for surgery to correct thoracic outlet syndrome.

Robert Stock News / Total Pro Sports / March 8

Mets Pitcher Facing Potential Season-Ending Surgery After Injury On WBC Duty

The New York Mets have several pitchers away on international duty at the 2026 World Baseball Classic. They received their first injury casualty from the tournament after Team Israel pitcher Robert Stock returned to the club with right-shoulder discomfort.

Freddy Peralta News / Empire Sports Media / March 8

Freddy Peralta looks sharp in 2nd spring start for the Mets

Freddy Peralta gave the New York Mets exactly what they wanted out of his second spring start: 3 innings, 4 strikeouts, and a reason to feel good about the back end of the rotation.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / March 8

Spring Training Game Chat: Yankees vs Mets, 1:10 P.M.

Sunday, March 8, 2026 • 1:10 PM Clover Park • Port St. Lucie, FL LHP Ryan Weathers (1-0, -.–) vs. RHP Freddy Peralta (1-0, 0.00) WPIX • MLBN The New York Mets finally return to television today on WPIX and it’s a good one.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 8

Five Mets Pitchers Developing New Pitches In Spring Training

Every year pitchers come to spring training with the plan to test out new pitches as well as different shapes on the pitches they already have. Here are some of the Mets pitchers who have developed new pitches or adjusted their pitch shapes this spring.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 8

Robert Stock Recommended For Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Surgery

Mets right-hander Robert Stock has been recommended for surgery to correct thoracic outlet syndrome, Stock told reporters (including Jon Heyman of the New York Post) this morning.

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The 'Team USA 2026 WBC roster' quiz

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New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 8

Senga Makes First Spring Start; Wenninger Dominates

Kodai Senga and Jack Wenninger both had encouraging outings on Saturday for the New York Mets. Senga’s velocity ticked up and Wenninger was lights out as the Mets defeated the Cardinals 3-2.

Craig Kimbrel News / New York Mets on SI / March 8

Mets Manager's Honest Craig Kimbrel Opinion Speaks Volumes

As soon as the New York Mets lost star closer Edwin Diaz in free agency this past offseason, it was clear that they needed proven relievers with a lot of saves under their belts added to the roster.

Carson Benge News / Legends On Deck / March 8

Mets’ Right Field Job Could Belong to Rising Prospect Carson Benge

During the offseason, the New York Mets shipped away Brandon Nimmo and were left searching for a replacement. It didn’t take long for the organization to look within.

Freddy Peralta News / Larry Brown Sports / March 7

Freddy Peralta has a major ask in free agency

The New York Mets have Freddy Peralta on an inexpensive contract for 2026, but they will have to make a much longer commitment if they want to keep him beyond that.

Kodai Senga News / New York Mets on SI / March 7

How Kodai Senga Looked in First Spring Training Start for Mets

One of the most intriguing players for the New York Mets in spring training is starting pitcher Kodai Senga, who was the subject of trade speculation throughout the winter.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 7

This Rookie Could Be Mets' X-Factor in 2026

While most of the baseball community's attention is centered on the 2026 World Baseball Classic that's taking place right now, the New York Mets are still in the thick of their spring training as they prepare for Opening Day.

Sean Manaea News / Empire Sports Media / March 7

Sean Manaea’s velocity was down in first spring training outing

Spring training is often a season of smoke and mirrors, where the box score tells one story while the radar gun whispers another. On Friday, New York Mets starter Sean Manaea made his first appearance of the Grapefruit League in a matchup that left fans and analysts reaching for their magnifying glasses.

Juan Soto News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Fantasy Baseball Outfielders: Is Juan Soto the No. 1 OF in 2026?

All spring long I have one question running through my mind. If I had the second pick in a fantasy baseball draft, would I select Juan Soto or Aaron Judge?

New York Mets News / Just Baseball / March 6

Who Will Be The New York Mets’ Opening Day Right Fielder?

As the 2026 season rapidly approaches, the New York Mets have a highly competitive positional battle on their hands during spring training. On the first day of camp, Mets President of Baseball Operations, David Stearns, announced that Juan Soto will play left field this season.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

Christian Scott Back on the Mound After Long Road Recovery

After being sidelined for 18 months due to undergoing Tommy John surgery combined with an internal brace procedure, Christian Scott is finally back on the mound.

Freddy Peralta News / Yardbarker / March 4

Freddy Peralta 'wanted' to be a Met

The Mets got the ace they were seeking when they traded for Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers.

Extension could mean Freddy Peralta never leaves Mets

Edwin Diaz sends message to Mets fans about signing with Dodgers

The '2025 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz

Nolan McLean News / Field Level Media / March 3

Mets RHP Nolan McLean (vertigo) day-to-day, expects to make WBC start

Mets right-hander Nolan McLean has improved following vertigo-like symptoms that put his availability for the World Baseball Classic in doubt. McLean, scheduled to start Game 4 for Team USA in the finale of pool play in Houston, said on Tuesday he is greatly improved since first falling ill on Friday.