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'I’ve Never Seen That Before' – Carlos Mendoza Thrilled With Mets Rotation for 2026 After Last Season’s Struggles

The starting rotation was the New York Mets’ major issue in 2025, after missing the playoffs on the final day of the regular season. Persistent injury issues with their starters left manager Carlos Mendoza in a very tough situation with little reliability.

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Mets’ Francisco Lindor Provides Update on Injury

As the calendar turns to March, Francisco Lindor is still eying Opening Day as the target for his return to the New York Mets. During an exclusive interview with Dan Martin of the New York Post, Lindor is still expressing his optimism to be ready by Opening Day despite being held out of all spring training activities and live games.

Juan Soto News / Athlon Sports / March 1

Fantasy Baseball Draft Getting Stolen Bases 2026: Is Juan Soto the No. 1 OF?

In fantasy baseball, stolen bases are at a premium, wherever you can get them. Last season, five of the top 10 SB sources were OF, so the legitimate question is which outfielder will provide the most steals in 2026?

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 1

Mets Walk It Off Against The Astros In 4-3 Spring Victory

The New York Mets continued their spring training schedule on Sunday at Clover Park against the Houston Astros. Clay Holmes made his final start prior to heading to represent Team United States at the World Baseball Classic.

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How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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Ron Darling News / New York Mets on SI / March 1

Ron Darling Believes Mets Should Take This Starting Rotation Approach

The New York Mets have a lot of starting pitching options this season, and the conventional thought has been that the team would employ a six-man rotation if everyone gets through spring training healthy.

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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.

Francisco Lindor News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 1

Mets’ Francisco Lindor on track for Opening Day injury return, but there’s a catch

An offseason of change has led to renewed optimism for the New York Mets. While star shortstop Francisco Lindor rehabs from a broken hamate bone in his left hand, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza had an update on his recovery.

Carson Benge News / New York Mets on SI / March 1

Insider Gets Honest About Carson Benge's Chances of Making Mets Roster

There is a lot of excitement about the New York Mets' top prospect, Carson Benge, heading into the 2026 season. Benge was selected with the No. 16 overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft and has since skyrocketed through the minor leagues.

Grae Kessinger News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 1

Grae Kessinger Sidelined By “Significant” Hamstring Injury

Mets infielder Grae Kessinger is dealing with what manager Carlos Mendoza described as “a pretty significant injury” to his hamstring, as relayed by Mark Feinsand of MLB.com.

Brandon Nimmo News / New York Mets on SI / March 1

Brandon Nimmo Hints at 2 Additional Reasons for Mets Trade

The New York Mets turned a lot of heads when they traded longtime outfielder Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers in exchange for second baseman Marcus Semien earlier this offseason.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / March 1

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

Sunday, March 1, 2026 • 1:10 PM Clover Park • Port St. Lucie, FL RHP Jason Alexander (0-0, 54.00) vs. RHP Clay Holmes (0-0, 4.91) SNY New York Mets camp is starting to get a bit lighter, but not because of cuts.

Grae Kessinger News / Field Level Media / March 1

Mets INF Grae Kessinger (hamstring) may need surgery

New York Mets infielder Grae Kessinger will be sidelined at least eight to 12 weeks with a "pretty significant injury" to his left hamstring, manager Carlos Mendoza said Sunday.

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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.

Jose Rojas News / Amazin' Avenue / March 1

Jose Rojas looks to follow up a strong 2025 in the minors

There’s a term that you hear tossed around baseball circles a lot, especially this time of year: Quad-A player. This means someone who is probably better than Triple-A talent but isn’t necessarily cut out for the majors, either.

Tobias Myers News / Mets Merized Online / March 1

Tobias Myers Stacks Strong Spring Outings

Right-handed pitcher Tobias Myers was back on the mound on Saturday, but instead of coming out of the bullpen, Myers made his first start of spring. Myers first threw out of the bullpen on February 23 when the New York Mets took on the Toronto Blue Jays, throwing 2 1/3 scoreless innings in which he gave up three hits and struck out three.

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New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 1

Mets’ Carlos Mendoza breaks down Craig Kimbrel’s spring training outing with in-depth analysis

Having a good bullpen is basically a prerequisite to mounting a push for the World Series crown. This has been tested and proven over the past decade or so, and the New York Mets know that having a reliable relief corps would go a long way towards fueling the redemption arc they’re hoping to embark on in 2026.

Starling Marte News / Total Pro Sports / March 1

Royals Sign Former Mets All-Star Slugger In Free Agency

Upon completing his four-year, $78 million contract with the New York Mets, Starling Marte headed into free agency at the end of the 2025 season. The 37-year-old had a diminishing presence in the Mets lineup over the past couple of years.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 28

Royals continue outfield revamp with Starling Marte

The Kansas City Royals have actively revamped their outfield during the offseason. Those changes continued on Saturday.

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Athletics' most important prospect tests franchise’s long-term vision

Freddy Peralta may be more than a rental for the Mets

Daulton Varsho set to have breakout season for Blue Jays

Dodgers may not have key starter for Opening Day

MJ Melendez News / Last Word On Sports / February 27

New Arrival Making a Case for the Mets’ Right Fielder Job

MJ Melendez, whom the New York Mets signed to a one-year deal a few weeks ago, is taking full advantage of his playing time in spring training so far. In four games, he is hitting .364 with two home runs and five RBI.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / February 27

Peralta’s ‘Easy’ Transition to Mets Gets Him Opening Day Nod, Could Lead to Extension

Since being dealt to the New York Mets in the offseason, Freddy Peralta has brought the same characteristics he displayed with the Milwaukee Brewers to his new team.

Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / February 27

Mets Dealt More Bad News Amid Francisco Lindor Injury Absence

The New York Mets have high expectations this year following an active winter reshaping the 40‑man roster. The front office moved on from several familiar faces in an effort to build a team capable of returning to the MLB postseason.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 27

Freddy Peralta may be more than a rental for the Mets

Freddy Peralta is slated to reach free agency following the 2026 season.

Mets give Opening Day nod to RHP Freddy Peralta

Former Brewers ace Freddy Peralta reveals reason for 'tough decision' to forgo World Baseball Classic

Nolan McLean showing he's ready for Mets' Opening Day rotation

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The 'Active 200-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

Jesse Winker News / Total Pro Sports / February 27

Is This The End For Jesse Winker? Breaking Down The Former Mets Star’s Final Options

The MLB free agency has not been kind to Jesse Winker. The New York Mets signed Winker to a one-year deal after he had a decent run in 2024. The Mets have made several changes to the team, and they stayed away from signing the slugger.

New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 26

Mets' Top Pitching Prospect Dazzles in First Spring Training Start

While the New York Mets overhauled their lineup this offseason, some questions remain about the expectations for the team's starting pitching staff, even after the acquisition of Freddy Peralta.

Carson Benge News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Carson Benge ROY Candidate for Mets in 2026 Fantasy Baseball?

Players with meteoric rises through the minor leagues are often rushed to their MLB debuts. One such player the Mets plan to occupy RF for most of the season is left-handed hitter Carson Benge.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 26

Nolan McLean showing he's ready for Mets' Opening Day rotation

Nolan McLean is giving the New York Mets plenty of hope for the upcoming season.

Darryl Strawberry clarifies controversial comments about Pete Alonso leaving Mets for Orioles

Chicago Cubs trade for Pete Crow-Armstrong will haunt New York Mets for years to come

10 intriguing and still available MLB free agents

The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

Jorge Polanco News / Empire Sports Media / February 26

Mets’ Jorge Polanco is growing comfortable at his new position

The Mets didn’t just lose Pete Alonso. They lost a security blanket, a 40-homer threat, a guy who could flip a game with one angry swing and send Citi Field into orbit.

Colin Poche News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 25

Tigers Sign Colin Poche To Minor League Deal

The Tigers are signing veteran reliever Colin Poche to a minor league contract, as first announced by the training facility Driveline Baseball. Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports that the ISE Baseball client will not receive an invite to big league camp.