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Why Devin Williams’ Airbender is suddenly looking like itself again for the Mets

Devin Williams snapped off the Airbender again in a big spot, and the pitch is the clearest visual sign yet that one of baseball’s most unusual relievers may be finding his old shape with the New York Mets.

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3 Up, 3 Down: Mets Battle To Earn Series Split

The New York Mets showed plenty of good and bad after splitting a series with the Nationals. After exploding offensively in the opener, the Mets dropped back-to-back clunkers in Washington.

New York Mets News / Just Baseball / May 22

A Lot Is Riding on the Shoulders of the Mets’ Youth Movement

The New York Mets have started to make noise again in the baseball world. And for once, it is positive. The Mets have won 10 of their last 16 games and have started to crawl out of the early-season hole they dug themselves in.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / May 22

This Week in Mets Quotes: Mets are the talk of town after Subway Series win

Your 2026 New York Knicks: I mean Mets… “Every team is going to deal with adversity. We have got to keep going.” -Carlos Mendoza [New York Post] …this week the Mets won the Subway Series but lost Clay Holmes to injury… “It’s really sad what happened to [Clay Holmes].

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz

How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / May 22

Devin Williams, Luke Weaver Have Settled In And Are Dominating

At the end of April, things looked bleak for the back of the Mets’ bullpen. Devin Williams had an 8.00 ERA and blew a save in the middle of the Mets’ 12 game losing streak, while Luke Weaver had two blown saves of his own to go along with his 6.00 ERA.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / May 22

Huascar Brazobán has been fantastic for the Mets this year

You could see it during the World Baseball Classic. Ahead of his age-36 season, as he pitched for the Dominican Republic, Huascar Brazobán was locked in.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / May 22

Mets return to place where their 2025 season ended

The New York Mets (22-28) return to the scene of the crime (the conclusion of their 2025 collapse) as they prepare to seek some revenge against the Miami Marlins (22-29).

MJ Melendez News / New York Mets on SI / May 22

Mets' Solution to Their MJ Melendez Concerns Isn't Far Away

The irony—just a few weeks ago, the Mets fanbase was calling for MJ Melendez to start every day. The Mets haven’t been shy this year when it comes to failing to find a consistent rhythm.

Mark Vientos News / New York Mets on SI / May 22

Mark Vientos and How the Mets Can Escape the Frustrating Cycle

Mark Vientos seems to be stuck in a familiar cycle: A cold stretch sparks calls for his DFA. A strong series that restores optimism and trust from Carlos Mendoza and the front office.

Devin Williams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 21

Mets’ Devin Williams reveal key adjustment powering his recent success

Devin Williams must have been raring to get a fresh start after struggling last season with the New York Yankees. And to begin the 2026 season with his

Marcus Semien News / Larry Brown Sports / May 22

Marcus Semien had the worst ABS challenge of the season

Marcus Semien was out there this week doubling down on a 16. The New York Mets infielder Semien went viral during Thursday’s game against the Washington Nationals for an extremely ill-advised challenge.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 21

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza’s honest David Peterson assessment after Nationals series

The New York Mets received an encouraging performance Thursday as conversation surrounding David Peterson took a positive turn following the series finale vs.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 21

Mets’ Juan Soto breaks MLB record previously held by Mickey Mantle

The New York Mets earned a 2-1 win over the Washington Nationals on Thursday, ending the four-game series 2-2. While New York gets back in the win column, Juan Soto managed to break an MLB record that was previously held by league legend Mickey Mantle.

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New York Mets News / Field Level Media / May 21

Mets' Bo Bichette delivers in narrow win over Nationalns

Bo Bichette's two-run single provided the offense, David Peterson pitched five solid innings and the New York Mets held on to beat the Nationals 2-1 on Thursday in Washington to earn a split of the four-game series.

Kodai Senga News / Athlon Sports / May 21

Mets' Kodai Senga to Begin Rehab Assignment

As the New York Mets continue to find ways to piece together their starting pitching rotation, one of their injured starters is taking his first step back to returning.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / May 21

The Mets' Bullpen Construction is Becoming a Major Issue (Here's How to Fix It)

A stretch of 16 games in as many days will expose any flaws in a roster, and the Mets have seen theirs pop up in the worst possible way. As a result of

New York Mets News / Total Pro Sports / May 21

New York Mets’ Next Pitching Addition Is Exactly What They Need

The New York Mets have barely survived the past few weeks, especially with Bo Bichette clarifying his contract situation. Now, they’re getting closer to adding a legit late-inning weapon.

Jonah Tong News / Athlon Sports / May 21

Mets Face Interesting Jonah Tong Decision This Weekend

The New York Mets may be continuing their youth movement with their best pitching prospect. According to Will Sammon of The Athletic, the Mets are considering calling up No.

Bo Bichette News / Just Baseball / May 21

Bo Bichette Is the X-Factor That Can Unlock the Mets’ Offense

The New York Mets signed Bo Bichette to a lucrative three-year, $126 million deal this past offseason to serve as a run-producing bat in the top of their lineup.

Peter Strzelecki News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20

Peter Strzelecki Elects Free Agency

The Brewers announced this evening that reliever Peter Strzelecki cleared outright waivers and elected free agency, relays Todd Rosiak of The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20

Bo Bichette’s Slow Start

Mets infielder Bo Bichette had zero extra-base hits in May entering this week. He popped a home run and a double on Monday against the Nationals, then followed it up with a two-homer game on Tuesday.

Zach Thornton News / Total Pro Sports / May 20

Who Is Zach Thornton? Another Top Pitching Prospect Ready To Make His Mets Debut

The New York Mets are going through a torrid spell in the opening phase of the 2026 campaign. Their playoff hopes look slim despite having the highest payroll in the MLB.

Clay Holmes News / Just Baseball / May 20

Who Will Replace Clay Holmes in the Mets’ Rotation?

Clay Holmes was off to a roaring start for the New York Mets in 2026 before he suffered an unexpected right fibula fracture on Friday Night. Holmes was the recipient of a 111.1 MPH line drive off the bat of Spencer Jones that drilled his right leg, fracturing the fibula.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 19

Mets give up an unbelievable Little League grand slam to the Nationals

The New York Mets’ season is going from bad to absolutely embarrassing. New York played on Tuesday against the NL East division rival Washington Nationals and jumped out to an early 5-0 lead.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / May 19

Mets prospect Nick Morabito to wear unexpected uniform number

The New York Mets have not issued number 8 since 2001 in honor of Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter. That is about to change.

Mets will roll with all-rookie outfield after latest call-up

Is Bo Bichette finally starting to have fun with surging Mets?

After wild game, Mets and Nationals focus on pitching in rematch

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / May 19

Mets will roll with all-rookie outfield after latest call-up

In the midst of a season not going according to plan, the New York Mets have leaned heavily on their rookies to help them overcome adversity. From right-hander Nolan McLean (2.92 ERA) leading the starting rotation to rookie outfielders A.J.

Legendary Mets announcer missed end of Yankees game for bucket list moment

Carlos Mendoza issues challenge to Mets after series win over Yankees

Is Bo Bichette finally starting to have fun with surging Mets?

How Pete Alonso 'crushed' Mets legend with offseason decision

Bo Bichette News / Yardbarker / May 19

Is Bo Bichette finally starting to have fun with surging Mets?

Bichette recently acknowledged that the first couple of months of his Mets tenure were tougher than he expected amid the club's woeful start to the 2026 season.

Bo Bichette candidly addresses slow start to tenure with Mets

Carlos Mendoza issues challenge to Mets after series win over Yankees

Legendary Mets announcer missed end of Yankees game for bucket list moment

The '2025 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz

Clay Holmes News / Larry Brown Sports / May 19

Mets get bittersweet update on Clay Holmes

The New York Mets are holding onto a sliver of hope that Clay Holmes can come back this season after breaking his leg. Holmes fractured his tibia in the 4th inning of Friday’s matchup against the New York Yankees at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.