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The $144 million contract Mets must give Pete Alonso in free agency

No one can say that the New York Mets had a successful 2025 season. In fact, this past campaign was a total trainwreck for the Mets. After such a promising

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Mets to hire Tim Leiper as first base coach

The New York Mets continue to round out their coaching staff, hiring Tim Leiper to be their third base coach, replacing Mike Sarbaugh. Leiper, whose most recent coaching job came as the San Diego Padres third base coach last season, has a wealth of experience in baseball.

Juan Soto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 6

Mets star Juan Soto extends MLB-best streak to 6 years after latest achievement

The New York Mets ended their 2025 season in disappointment, but their superstar still found a way to make history. Juan Soto captured his sixth consecutive Silver Slugger Award, extending the longest active streak in Major League Baseball and proving that even in a collapse, greatness shines through.

New York Mets News / Sport Relay / November 6

Mets 2025 NL Silver Sluggers

The 2025 NL Silver Sluggers were announced on Thursday, with two New York Mets taking home the honor. First baseman Pete Alonso won the award for the first time in his career.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Carlos Mendoza News / New York Mets on SI / November 6

New York Mets hire another coach to Carlos Mendoza's staff

The New York Mets are one step closer to filling out the rest of their coaching staff. According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the Mets plan to hire Tim Leiper as their new third base coach.

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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.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / November 6

Mets Hire Tim Leiper to be Third Base Coach

The Mets have hired Tim Leiper from the Padres to be the team’s new third base coach. He held the same role in San Diego for the last two seasons, in addition to being the team’s infield instructor.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / November 6

Mets' Juan Soto, Pete Alonso win prestigious award

The New York Mets' two top sluggers from a season ago have won this prestigious award in the National League. It was announced on Thursday that both Pete Alonso and Juan Soto have won the National League Silver Slugger Award.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / November 6

Mets give Edwin Díaz qualifying offer

The Mets have tendered a qualifying offer to Edwin Díaz, a move that was very much expected once Díaz decided to opt out of the remainder of his contract and hit free agency.

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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 / New York Mets on SI / November 6

Mets make a decision on Edwin Díaz qualifying offer

On a day in which free agency officially opened across Major League Baseball, the New York Mets have made their first move. Jeff Passan of ESPN first reported that the Mets have officially tendered the $22.05 million qualifying offer to All-Star closer Edwin Díaz.

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / November 6

Mets make sense as potential trade suitor for Guardians All-Star

The New York Mets were one of the most disappointing teams in baseball during the 2025 season. Despite owning the best record in MLB in June, they went on a months-long spiral that resulted in them missing the postseason altogether.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / November 6

Mets Give Díaz Qualifying Offer

On Thursday, the Mets made a qualifying offer to Edwin Díaz. This year, the qualifying offer comes in at $22.05 million. Díaz has until November 18 at 4:00 PM EST to decide if he will accept it or not.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Mets claim OF Ji Hwan Bae, lefty Jose Castillo off waivers

The New York Mets announced that they have claimed outfielder Ji Hwan Bae off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates and left-hander José Castillo from the Baltimore Orioles.

Tarik Skubal News / New York Mets on SI / November 6

Mets 'obvious' Tarik Skubal connection could change offseason plans

Ever since it began getting speculated that 2024 AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal could be on the trade block this winter, the New York Mets have emerged as one of his most likely trade destinations.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / November 6

Surging Mets prospects named Arizona Fall League All-Stars

New York Mets prospects Nick Morabito and Chris Suero have been selected to play in the Arizona Fall League 'Fall Stars' game. The pair of minor leaguers have represented their organization well in the AFL thus far, extending their late-season success into a scorching fall.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / November 6

Chris Suero, Nick Morabito Named AFL Fall Stars

Mets prospects Chris Suero and Nick Morabito have been named to the Arizona Fall League’s Fall Stars Game . The duo will represent the Scottsdale Scorpions in the game, which takes place on Sunday at 8:00 PM EST.

Darryl Strawberry News / Scoop B / November 6

Darryl Strawberry’s Legacy: From The 80s Mets to the Altar

Baseball is littered with legends, but few figures loom quite as large—and across two fanbases—as Darryl Strawberry. A generational talent who burst onto the scene with the New York Mets before earning rings across town with the Yankees, Strawberry’s story is a compelling blend of dazzling ability and profound personal challenge.

Tyler Rogers News / Sporting News / November 6

Why Mets free agent Tyler Rogers is worth a $27 million contract in free agency

New York, or someone else, should wind up with good value.

Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 5

Mets rumors: Pete Alonso on the way out? Insider drops bombshell

As the MLB offseason gets underway and teams prepare for the 2026 campaign, New York Mets insiders are stirring speculation about a possible split with franchise slugger Pete Alonso.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / November 5

Report: Tigers are willing to trade Skubal this offseason

Report: Tigers are willing to trade Tarik Skubal this offseason

One of the best pitchers in baseball could be on the trade market this offseason.

MLB reveals finalists for major awards

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

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Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / November 4

Mets Make Pete Alonso Announcement on Tuesday

The New York Mets missed the playoffs this season, but they can't blame star first baseman Pete Alonso. The five-time All-Star finished eighth in baseball with 38 homers, second with 126 RBIs, and 11th with an .871 OPS.

Edwin Diaz News / Athlon Sports / November 4

Mets Announce Trade After Edwin Diaz News

The New York Mets failed to make the postseason in 2025, just one year after reaching the National League Championship Series. A huge reason for the disappointing season was New York’s pitching staff.

Frankie Montas News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4

Frankie Montas won’t opt out of final year of Mets contract

The New York Mets announced their full slate of option decisions, including the previously-unreported (but completely unsurprising) news that Frankie Montas won’t be triggering the opt-out clause in his contract.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4

Mets exercise club option on veteran reliever

The Mets have exercised their $4.75M club option on left-hander Brooks Raley for the 2026 season.

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

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Edwin Diaz News / Yardbarker / November 3

Edwin Diaz opt-out complicates Mets' offseason

Diaz was by far the Mets' best bullpen option this past season, earning a third All-Star appearance and pitching to a sparkling 1.63 ERA over 66.1 innings pitched.

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New York Mets News / Just Baseball / November 3

Mets Offseason Checklist: Trade and Free Agent Targets for 2026

The New York Mets are a franchise that perpetually exists on a roller coaster. All franchises have their ups and downs, but for the Mets, they seem to race through those peaks and valleys, as they have become very unpredictable over the past few years.