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Jacob deGrom Report Surfaces After Mets’ Brandon Nimmo Trade

Neither the New York Mets nor Texas Rangers could stand pat this offseason after missing the playoffs, and they each helped each other's agendas on Sunday.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / November 24

What Comes Next for the Mets After Adding Semien, and Why They Traded Nimmo

1,000+ games and a decade later, longtime New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo has been traded to the Texas Rangers in exchange for second baseman Marcus Semien, as first reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN.

Edwin Diaz News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 24

Mets rumors: Edwin Diaz, NY disagreeing on contract length as backup plans solidify

On Sunday, the New York Mets pulled off a huge trade that should help them re-position themselves as a contending team in the National League. They traded away a longtime servant of the club, Brandon Nimmo, to bring in Marcus Semien.

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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?

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MLB News / Mets Merized Online / November 23

Report: Mets Have Continued Their Interest In Robert Suarez, Devin Williams

One major domino has officially fallen for the New York Mets this offseason, with the team trading Brandon Nimmo for Marcus Semien. Next up could possibly be a resolution one way or another regarding the back of the bullpen.

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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.

Robert Suarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 23

Mets interested in former All-Star reliever Robert Suarez

While the Mets remain engaged with Edwin Diaz about a new contract, the club is keeping its bases covered by also checking in with other major free agent closers.

Three potential landing spots for Edwin Diaz

Rangers, Mets reportedly agree to blockbuster trade

Mets-Rangers trade may signal bigger plans for New York's outfield

The 25 most unlikely World Series heroes

The 'MLB 30-30 seasons' quiz

Brandon Nimmo News / LWOSports.com / November 23

Brandon Nimmo Traded to Texas Rangers in Stunning Move

Not too many people quite know why, but the New York Mets have decided to trade a key player suddenly. Brandon Nimmo, who has become a pretty big star for the Mets, has been traded to the Texas Rangers in return for a package that includes Marcus Semien.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 23

Mets-Rangers trade may signal bigger plans for New York's outfield

With Sunday's reported one-for-one trade coming together, which would send Marcus Semien to the New York Mets and Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers, there could be bigger hopes for the Mets' outfield.

Rangers, Mets reportedly agree to blockbuster trade

Three potential landing spots for Edwin Diaz

Three non-playoff MLB teams that could contend in 2026

The 25 most unlikely World Series heroes

The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season' quiz

New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / November 23

Mets acquire former All-Star infielder in trade

The New York Mets and Texas Rangers made a surprising and significant trade on Sunday. The Mets acquired second baseman Marcus Semien from the Rangers in exchange for outfielder Brandon Nimmo, as first reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN.

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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.

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The '2025 NFL draft QB class' quiz

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MLB News / Yardbarker / November 23

Rangers, Mets reportedly agree to blockbuster trade

The Texas Rangers and New York Mets fell short of expectations in 2025. A surprising trade may be the beginning of a shakeup for both franchises.

Potential landing spots for Michael King

...and for Edwin Diaz

Three inexpensive infielders the Yankees should strongly consider

Three MLB teams that may ultimately regret their non-tender decisions

Three non-playoff MLB teams that could contend in 2026

Pete Alonso News / New York Mets on SI / November 23

Pete Alonso predicted to join 'off the beaten path' NL team

For the second straight offseason, New York Mets fans are having to wonder whether star slugger Pete Alonso will be back on their roster or whether he'll be wearing another team's jersey on Opening Day 2026.

Ryan Helsley News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 23

Tigers among teams interested in Ryan Helsley as starting pitcher

Ryan Helsley is drawing interest from clubs as a starting pitcher, and the Tigers are among the teams who have spoken to him about a possible move to the rotation according to a report from Ken Rosenthal, Cody Stavenhagen, and Katie Woo of The Athletic.

Tyrone Taylor News / Total Apex Sports / November 23

New York Mets Retain Tyrone Taylor On a One-Year Deal Worth $3.8 Million

The Mets and Tyrone Taylor have agreed to a one-year, $3.8 million contract. This isn’t the splashy headline Mets fans are refreshing their feeds for. But baseball isn’t played on paper, unless you focus on the analytics side of the business.

Luisangel Acuna News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 22

Mets’ Luisangel Acuna suffers injury scare during Winter League game

The New York Mets were dealt an unwelcome offseason scare when infielder Luisangel Acuna exited a Venezuelan Winter League game after taking a pitch off his forearm, creating an immediate injury concern.

Tyrone Taylor News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 21

Mets, Tyrone Taylor avoid arbitration with $3.8 million deal

The New York Mets avoided arbitration with Tyrone Taylor by agreeing to a one-year, $3.8 million contract on Friday, per MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. The 31-year-old arrived in Queens after a December 2023 trade with the Milwaukee Brewers, and his multi-position outfield work has given the Mets valuable coverage over the past two seasons.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 22