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Why Are The New York Mets Not Using A Six-Man Starting Rotation?

Starting pitching was a major issue for the New York Mets last year, with multiple injuries severely damaging their rotation. However, they had six full-fledged starting pitchers healthy to start the 2026 campaign.

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Nolan McLean threw one of the craziest sweepers ever

Nolan McLean was looking more like Nolan Ryan out there on Thursday night. The New York Mets righty McLean drew the start on Thursday against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.

Jorge Polanco News / Empire Sports Media / April 9

NY Mets infielder could be placed on the injured list if Achilles injury doesn’t improve

New York Mets infielder Jorge Polanco, who signed a $40 million contract to play mostly first base with the team, has been nursing an Achilles injury, which has been deemed tendinitis, since late March.

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The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

The 'MLB yearly runs created leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

Luis Robert News / Ball Exclusives / April 9

Watch: Luis Robert Jr. scorches his second homer of the season

New York Mets centerfielder Luis Robert Jr. crushed his second home run of the year to get the Mets going in the first inning. Robert Jr. is having quite the start to the season.

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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.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / April 9

Game Chat: Diamondbacks vs Mets, 7:10 PM

Thursday, April 9, 2026 • 7:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY LHP Eduardo Rodríguez (0-0, 0.00) vs. RHP Nolan McLean (1-0, 2.61) SNY • MLBN The Mets and Diamondbacks play the rubber game this evening in Queens!

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 9

Mets Could Place Ailing Infielder on IL

Jorge Polanco's Achilles injury may be more serious than originally expected. Polanco is not in the lineup for tonight's series finale against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / April 9

Carlos Mendoza Announces Juan Soto Update Before Mets Game

The New York Mets depth in the outfield is being tested early after an injury to superstar left fielder Juan Soto. Soto has missed four straight games with a right calf strain and is currently on the 10-day injured list.

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 / Athlon Sports / April 9

Mets Make Mark Vientos Decision After Jorge Polanco Injury News

The New York Mets have made a move on Mark Vientos, turning to the 26-year-old at first base with Jorge Polanco sidelined with an apparent Achilles injury. Per Abbey Mastracco of the New York Daily News, Polanco is out of Thursday’s lineup against the Arizona Diamondbacks after his Achilles tendon did not respond well to playing on Wednesday.

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The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz

A.J. Minter News / New York Mets on SI / April 9

Mets' Key Reliever to Begin Rehab Assignment

The New York Mets are now one step closer to getting a huge boost in the bullpen. Left-handed reliever A.J. Minter, who is working his way back from lat surgery, is set to begin his rehab assignment with Low-A St.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / April 9

Analyzing the Mets’ Starting Pitching Depth

It is too early to panic with David Peterson three starts into the season, even if in his two previous starts, he gave up five runs. His start to the season has been uneven, with most of the damage coming in two innings.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 9

How Jonah Tong Can Force His Way Into The Mets’ Rotation

The New York Mets' rotation has been a strength so far this season but it hasn't stopped Jonah Tong from trying to earn a spot in it. After failing to win a job in spring training, Tong was sent to Triple-A Syracuse to get regular starts and has delivered solid results.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / April 9

NY Mets have been competitive in the early going despite key obstacles

The New York Mets have had to deal with a lot of adversity in the early stages of the 2026 campaign. That’s not a secret, and we will get to that. The most important takeaway, however, is that they have been able to overcome that to be one of the most competitive squads in the National League.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / April 9

Tong, Wenninger Post Strong Outings for Syracuse

Sometimes you are the broom and sometimes you get the broom. Triple-A Syracuse was swept by Buffalo in a doubleheader. Double-A Binghamton beat Somerset twice, capping it off with a walk-off homer in the second game.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 9

J.D. Martinez makes bold claim about how 2026 Mets compare to 2024 NLCS team

Veteran slugger J.D. Martinez served as a designated hitter for the 2024 New York Mets team that surprisingly completed a trip to the National League Championship Series. More recently, Martinez returned to the Mets to serve as a special advisor to baseball operations.

Surgeon explains why Mets are being smart with Juan Soto after calf strain

The '2025 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Mets’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

The New York Mets head into a Thursday rubber match with the Arizona Diamondbacks at 7-5 on the season. After a grizzly start for the offense, things have turned around for the Amazins.

New York Mets News / Total Pro Sports / April 9

New York Mets Fan Gets Pummeled By Girl After Letting Foul Ball Drop

Catching a ball in the stands is one of the greatest delights for any MLB fan. No matter the age, it sparks a childish excitement, and grabbing the ball brings a magical joy to that person.

Steve Cohen News / Total Pro Sports / April 9

'He Wanted To Sell More Hot Dogs' – Radio Host Sends Strong Message to Steve Cohen After Free Mets Tickets

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen has a strong rapport with the fanbase, especially for his willingness to invest heavily in the free agent market. The Mets gave away free tickets to fans for Tuesday’s game after postponing the start time due to inclement weather.

Sean Manaea News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Mets pitcher Sean Manaea reacts to major MLB milestone fans don’t always notice

The New York Mets are recognizing a major accomplishment as pitcher Sean Manaea reached 10 years of MLB service time, a rare achievement that speaks to both durability and sustained performance at the highest level.

Jonah Tong News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 8

Mets Pitching Prospect Jonah Tong Bounces Back in Third Triple-A Start of 2026

New York Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong responded to the adversity he faced in his second start of the season by turning in a strong performance in his third Triple-A game of 2026.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 8

Surgeon explains why Mets are being smart with Juan Soto after calf strain

The Mets are being cautious with Soto.

The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / April 7

Mets rally late, nip D-backs in 10 for 4th straight win

Ronny Mauricio delivered the game-winning RBI single in the 10th inning Tuesday for the host New York Mets, who beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 in the opener of a three-game series.

New York Mets News / LWOSports.com / April 7

Why the New York Mets Rotation Could Be MLB’s Most Dominant

The New York Mets offense, which should be one of the best in baseball has been an interesting spectacle this season so far. In the first ten games, the Mets have averaged 4.9 runs per game, which is good, but doesn’t tell the whole story.

New York Mets News / LWOSports.com / April 6

Former Mets Superstar May Be Reappearing Again After Huge Series

So far in 2026, the New York Mets offense has been up and down. The Mets in their first game knocked Paul Skenes out of his first start in the 1st inning, and New York would go on to score 11 to win their first game.

Carlos Beltran News / Empire Sports Media / April 6

NY Mets will retire Carlos Beltran’s number 15 in September ceremony

For former New York Mets star Carlos Beltran, 2026 has brought nothing but good things. On January 20th, he was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame after seeing his name on 84.2 percent of the ballots, becoming the sixth Puerto Rican to be enshrined.

New York Mets News / Total Apex Sports / April 6

New York Mets Set To Retire Number Of Franchise Legend

If you were wondering how the New York Mets were going to top a summer that already includes a trip to Cooperstown for one of their franchise icons, we finally have our answer.