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Mets’ Pedro Martinez did not mince words after NY’s latest collapse

This season has been an abject horror for the New York Mets. They started off fine, going 7-4 in the first 11 games of the season. Nothing to write home about, but it builds a good buffer for them to heat up later on in the year.

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Juan Soto to Return to Mets Following IL Stint

The New York Mets announced that Juan Soto is set to return from injury and is projected to rejoin the team for Wednesday’s game against the Minnesota Twins.

MLB News / Sport Relay / April 21

Mets Bow to Twins, Losing Streak at 12

With Tuesday’s series opener at Citi Field tied at three, New York Mets closer Devin Williams gave up the go-ahead run to the Minnesota Twins, resulting in his team losing their 12th straight game.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / April 21

For whom the twelve tolls

The Mets led 3-0, Nolan McLean was perfect through five, and the Twins were throwing a spot-starter in Simeon Woods Richardson, who came into the game with a 6.10 ERA.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 21

Mets’ manager Carlos Mendoza speaks out on Devin Williams’ disastrous 9th vs. Twins

The New York Mets had high expectations entering this season, thanks to some intriguing acquisitions after seeing some longtime franchise favorites leave for other opportunities.

New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / April 21

Mets Collapse Hits Historic Low With 12th Straight Loss

If you're a New York Mets fan, these last few weeks likely haven't been great for you. New York, which has the second-highest payroll in the league at just over $381 million, just can't get out of its own way.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 21

Mets 12-game losing streak hits mark not seen since 2002

The New York Mets have lost their 12th consecutive game, falling 5-3 to the Minnesota Twins. Nolan McLean put together a great start, and Francisco Lindor hit a three-run homer, but the bullpen collapsed at the end.

New York Mets News / ESPN / April 21

Skidding Mets get cold reception in chilly Queens

In the throes of an 11-game losing streak, the skidding New York Mets, in last place in the National League East, returned home Tuesday night to a quieter reception at Citi Field on a cold night in Queens, as they opened a series with the Minnesota Twins.

Nolan McLean News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 21

Watch Mets broadcast completely jinx Nolan McLean’s perfect game attempt

The New York Mets are trying to break an 11-game losing streak at home on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Twins. They were up 3-0, partly thanks to a great start from their young ace.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 21

Mets' Former Top Pitching Prospect Set to Make First MLB Start in Almost 2 Years

The New York Mets are switching up their big league rotation by planning to have one of the team's minor league arms make his first appearance in the majors in just under two years.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / April 21

Game Chat: Twins vs Mets, 7:10 PM

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • 7:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY RHP Simeon Woods Richardson (0-3, 6.10) vs. RHP Nolan McLean (1-1, 2.28) SNY The Mets try to do the impossible tonight—win a baseball game!

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

Mets Ace Declared Trade Candidate if Team Continues to Struggle

It's getting late early for the New York Mets. Currently on an 11-game losing streak and saddled with the worst record in baseball, it would not be an exaggeration that the Mets' upcoming nine-game homestand can decide their fate.

David Peterson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 21

Mets send David Peterson to bullpen amid 5.40 ERA

The New York Mets are running out of answers in the middle of their 11-game losing streak. New York has been swept in their last three series, and will now attempt to finally get a win when they return home on Tuesday night to face the Minnesota Twins.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 21

Juan Soto gets return date, but he can't save struggling Mets

Juan Soto gets return date, but he's unlikely to save struggling Mets

The floundering New York Mets have finally received some good news.

Phillies to get ace Zack Wheeler back when needed most

Orioles get worrisome Jackson Holliday update amid rehab assignment

Bizarre injury sidelines Braves closer Raisel Iglesias

Elly De La Cruz surpasses Pete Rose on historic Reds list

White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami makes MLB history with latest HR

Christian Scott News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 21

Mets Planning To Recall Christian Scott For Thursday Start

The Mets will recall righty Christian Scott from Triple-A Syracuse to start Thursday’s series finale against the Twins, manager Carlos Mendoza tells the team’s beat (link via MLB.com’s Anthony DiComo).

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 21

Four MLB managers who are already on the hot seat

The MLB season is a marathon, and in April, the marathon has truly just begun. Still, these games count just as much as the ones in August, and there are managers around the game who have landed on the hot seat on the backs of poor starts.

MLB check-in: Mets hit rock-bottom, Astros are unravelling

Joe Espada staying positive despite the Astros' injury woes

What will the Yankees do at shortstop once Anthony Volpe returns?

Slugger Ben Rice has become the Yankees' newest superstar

Mark McGwire's son turns heads with his minor league dominance

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

Where The Mets’ Offensive Struggles Stem From

The New York Mets have been struggling mightily with the bats over the course of their 11-game losing streak. The offense, which was considered a potential strength at the start of the season, has averaged just 1.7 runs per game during their losing streak.

Marcus Semien News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 21

Marcus Semien’s concerning Mets slump gets candid admission from insider

The New York Mets have been arguably the most disappointing team in Major League Baseball, to start the 2026 season. New York has lost 11 games in a row, and fans are restless.

New York Mets News / EasySportz / April 21

This Mets Collapse Is Getting Hard To Watch

The New York Mets are officially a disaster—and it’s not even debatable anymore. An 11-game losing streak, their longest since 2004, has completely derailed what was supposed to be a competitive season.

Carlos Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Ex-MLB Player Shares Carlos Mendoza Message During Mets' Losing Streak

It is no secret that the New York Mets are struggling. They were recently swept by the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. New York has now dropped 11 consecutive games heading into their upcoming series against the Minnesota Twins.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 20

Mets players make feelings on Mendoza clear amid losing streak

Mets players make feelings on Carlos Mendoza clear amid losing streak

The Mets dropped to 7-15 via a 2-1 extra-innings defeat at the Chicago Cubs on Sunday afternoon.

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New York Mets News / Total Pro Sports / April 19

New York Mets Announce Major Pitching Change To Spark Team Out Of Early Season Slump

The New York Mets continued their poor start to the 2026 campaign with a 2-4 loss on Saturday to drop the three-game series against the Chicago Cubs. While the team is not performing to its potential with the bat, the starting rotation has also been a major concern.

Kodai Senga News / Total Pro Sports / April 19

'Time To Move On' – MLB Analyst Urges New York Mets To Cut Ties With Veteran Starting Pitcher

Kodai Senga enjoyed an excellent start to his career with the New York Mets after coming to the MLB in 2023. However, the 33-year-old right-hander has struggled on the mound following a spell on the IL with a hamstring injury last year.

Jorge Polanco News / Field Level Media / April 18

Mets place DH Jorge Polanco (wrist) on injured list

The New York Mets placed designated hitter/first baseman Jorge Polanco on the 10-day injured list on Saturday due to a right wrist contusion. The move is retroactive to Wednesday for Polanco, who already had been dealing with inflammation in his left Achilles since the start of the season.