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Mets could sign these two relievers to bolster bullpen

The free-agent market is deep with proven closers this offseason, and with the New York Mets in need of multiple high-leverage relievers, it is possible they end up with more than one.

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New York Mets could trade these players this winter

The New York Mets figure to be busy this winter after a disappointing finish to the 2025 season that saw them miss the postseason despite having the best record in baseball in June.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Mets making Brandon Nimmo, Kodai Senga available in trade talks

It goes without saying that some significant changes will be coming to the Mets’ roster this winter.

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'MLB 30-30 seasons' quiz

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / November 18

Mets Protect Nick Morabito from Rule 5 Draft

The Mets will add prospect Nick Morabito to the 40-man roster ahead of Tuesday’s Rule 5 draft deadline, sources tell Metsmerized’s Mike Mayer. Morabito, who will turn 23 in May, is a speedy, plus-defender in the outfield who played all of 2025 at Double-A Binghamton.

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The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

The 'MLB yearly runs created leaders' quiz

The 'Playoff home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 18

Could Devin Williams go from Yankees to Mets to team up with Edwin Diaz?

The New York Mets will likely make significant changes to their roster this offseason and could potentially add an impactful bullpen arm. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Mets are interested in signing closer Devin Williams, who spent last season with the crosstown New York Yankees.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Kodai Senga News / New York Mets on SI / November 18

Mets starter expected to be traded this offseason

Are the New York Mets poised to move on from this once-ace in their pitching rotation this offseason? In a November 18 article, ESPN's Jeff Passan reported that Kodai Senga is "extremely available" and expects the Mets to deal the right-hander this winter.

Juan Soto News / Amazin' Avenue / November 18

Juan Soto made an immediate impact in his first season with the Mets

Last offseason’s biggest name in the free agent market was superstar Juan Soto. Fresh off a top three finish in the American League MVP race, accumulating his career best fWAR and home runs, he headed into free agency looking for one of the biggest contracts in the history of sports.

Pete Alonso News / Legends On Deck / November 18

The End of an Era? Why the Mets Must Keep Pete Alonso

The baseball world is buzzing again, and Mets fans are stuck right in the middle of it. Every insider, reporter, and talking head claims to know Pete Alonso’s future—but the truth is, no one really knows anything until a player actually signs.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 17

Three first basemen who can fill the Red Sox power vacuum

Here are three free agent first basemen who can potentially fill a major void for the Red Sox.

Marcus Stroman could be a free-agent bargain

Three potential landing spots for pitcher Tatsuya Imai

Three potential landing spots for pitcher Framber Valdez

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 1980s

The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / November 17

Analyzing Mets’ 2025 Rule 5 Decisions

With the offseason in full swing, it’s time for teams to look internally to decide which players they want to protect in the Rule 5 Draft. While the Draft is December 10 during Winter Meetings, the deadline to protect players from being selected and add them to a team’s 40-man roster is Tuesday, November 18 at 4 pm ET.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / November 17

Mets' David Stearns reveals expectations for Juan Soto's defense

New York Mets star Juan Soto finished third in 2025 NL MVP voting after producing arguably the best offensive season of his already historic big league career during his first campaign in Queens.

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The 'NFL QB rushing TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL yearly tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

The 'Men's Final Four hosts since 2000' quiz

The 'Most TD catches by NFL tight ends' quiz

MLB News / New York Mets on SI / November 17

How Josh Naylor's contract could impact Pete Alonso's free agency

If the New York Mets were planning to move in a different direction at first base with Pete Alonso on the free agent market, they will have to go ahead with one of the best alternatives at the position off the board.

Ryan Helsley News / Just Baseball / November 17

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Ryan Helsley

Last season was truly a tale of two halves for Ryan Helsley. The 31-year-old was coming off a 2024 season where he led all of Major League Baseball with 49 saves, but that season was much more than that.

Juan Soto News / New York Mets on SI / November 17

Mets' Juan Soto reveals which 2 pitchers are the toughest to face

It's hard to imagine New York Mets slugger Juan Soto having a hard time against any pitcher in baseball. That's not to say that Soto will be perfect, of course, as baseball is a game rooted in failure, especially for hitters.

New York Mets News / New Baseball Media / November 17

2025 MLB Season Recap: New York Mets

The 2025 New York Mets entered the regular season with very high hopes. The Mets’ lineup, on paper, was arguably their best in 20 years and was fresh off an NLCS appearance.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 16

Three potential landing spots for pitcher Tatsuya Imai

Seibu Lions pitcher Tatsuya Imai is not available to major league teams just yet. That will change on Nov. 19 when he is officially posted, giving teams 45 days to sign Imai; otherwise, he will pitch for the Lions in 2026.

Three potential landing spots for pitcher Framber Valdez

Three potential landing spots for pitcher Dylan Cease

Three potential landing spots for shortstop Bo Bichette

The greatest World Series rotations in MLB history

The 'Famous MLB families' quiz

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / November 16

Mets Push to Keep Edwin Díaz as Market Heats Up

After serving as the Mets’ thunderous closer for the past six seasons, Edwin Díaz could suddenly be on his way to a different team. Díaz, one of the league’s most talented closers, officially opted out of his five-year, $102 million contract following the end of a disappointing Mets season, one where he remained an elite performer.

Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 16

Mets encouraged to finally give impending free agent long-term contract

The New York Mets regressed in 2025. After reaching the NLCS the previous season, New York failed to make the playoffs in a disappointing campaign. Now the Mets are confronted with key roster decisions in a pivotal offseason.

Jeff McNeil News / Athlon Sports / November 14

Mets Add Two Players After Jeff McNeil News

The New York Mets roster is expected to look different in 2026 after a disappointing season that ended with an 83–79 record and no playoff berth. While questions remain about whether first baseman Pete Alonso will return, another longtime player has emerged as a potential trade candidate: Jeff McNeil.

Edwin Diaz News / Larry Brown Sports / November 14

Edwin Diaz reveals his chances of leaving the Mets

The New York Mets apparently face a very real danger of losing closer Edwin Diaz to free agency. Diaz said at Thursday’s MLB Awards that his representatives have been in contact with the Mets about a new contract.