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Mets May Have ‘No Choice’ as All-Star Trade Buzz Builds

The New York Mets have been one of the biggest disappointments throughout the 2026 MLB season. Going into Monday's matchup against the Chicago Cubs, they are 34-43 and six games back from a wild-card spot.

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Game Chat: Cubs vs Mets, 7:10 PM

Monday, June 22, 2026 • 7:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY LHP Shota Imanaga (4-6, 4.26) vs. RHP Kodai Senga (0-5, 9.00) SNY The Mets are so close to things getting better.

New York Mets News / Legends On Deck / June 22

The Mets Need to Stop Pretending and Become Sellers

The New York Mets have reached a point where they need to stop pretending this roster is a contender and accept reality. If the trade deadline arrived today, the Mets should be sellers, and they should not hesitate to move veterans who are not part of the long-term future.

MLB News / New York Mets on SI / June 22

Mets Announce Starting Pitchers for Cubs Series: Senga vs. Imanaga Opens Pivotal Showdown

After an up-and-down series against the division rival Phillies, the Mets are set to host the Cubs for four games at Citi Field. The Mets are still struggling to get their season back on track and have lacked the team explosiveness typically needed to go on a sustained winning streak.

Cam Schlittler News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

The 'MLB playoff debut strikeouts leaders' quiz

The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / June 22

3 Up, 3 Down: Mets Humiliated In Philly

The 2026 New York Mets may well be one of the worst teams money has ever bought. Unable to put any sort of winning streak together, the Mets once again showed how flawed they are during a series loss in Philadelphia over the weekend.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Juan Soto News / Viral Sports News / June 22

Juan Soto Makes Feelings Clear After Mets Drop Another Series

The New York Mets endured a difficult weekend, dropping consecutive games to their division rivals, the Philadelphia Phillies, with final scores of 15-3 and 6-2.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 22

Marcus Semien shares new Francisco Lindor warning for struggling Mets ahead of anticipated return

The struggling Mets are looking forward to Lindor's return. But will he be the boost the team needs?

Juan Soto sends strong message to Mets after latest series loss

Mets’ Bo Bichette rapidly raising trade value before deadline

Mets' David Peterson is a prime change of scenery candidate

The 'Highest-paid MLB players' quiz

MLB News / New York Mets on SI / June 22

3 Mets Takeaways From Series Loss vs. Phillies: Pitching Remains a Massive Concern

After an inspiring 6-4 win over the Phillies on Thursday night at Citizens Bank Ballpark, the Mets dropped the final two games of the series to their division rival, sliding them all the way to 14.5 games behind the Braves in the National League East.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / June 22

Monday Stat Party: Losses By The Dozen

Welcome back to Monday Stat Party, a weekly series showcasing some of the most curious and nostalgia-inducing statistical developments from the past week of Mets baseball.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 22

Mets' David Peterson is a prime change of scenery candidate

David Peterson is forcing the New York Mets to make a difficult decision after his latest clunker against the Philadelphia Phillies. The left-hander

Juan Soto sends strong message to Mets after latest series loss

Mets’ Bo Bichette rapidly raising trade value before deadline

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 22

Juan Soto sends strong message to Mets after latest series loss

The New York Mets suffered losses of 15-3 and 6-2 to the rival Philadelphia Phillies over the weekend to fall to 34-43 amid what continues to be a disappointing campaign.

Mets’ Bo Bichette rapidly raising trade value before deadline

The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

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The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

The 'College World Series winners' quiz

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The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 22

Healthy, quality pitching an issue for Cubs, Mets

Francisco Lindor will likely return to the New York Mets this week. But unless the five-time All-Star shortstop suddenly has figured out how to pitch, he may not be much help for the Mets, last in the National League East.

Juan Soto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 22

Juan Soto sends strong message to Mets after series loss to Phillies

The New York Mets’ season from hell continues. On Sunday night, the Mets lost once more, ending their three-game set against the Philadelphia Phillies on a low note in a 6-2 defeat.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 22

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber pursuing multiple all-time HR records

It was always going to be difficult for Kyle Schwarber to match or exceed his eye-popping 2025 season. Last season, he clubbed 56 home runs, two shy of tying the Philadelphia Phillies' single-season record, drove in 132 runs and slugged .563.

Phillies star Bryce Harper's cycle punctuates horrid night for Mets

Phillies' Bryce Harper breaks out of slump in big win over Mets

Mets’ Bo Bichette rapidly raising trade value before deadline

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / June 21

Francisco Lindor Nearing Return to Mets

The New York Mets have missed their de facto captain for much of this season. That, of course, is Francisco Lindor, who has been on the injured list for two months with a left calf strain.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 21

Christian Scott Could Return From IL When First Eligible

Mets righty Christian Scott emerged from a bullpen session on Sunday without any issues. He’s working his way back from a right hip impingement. Scott is on track to return to the club sometime next weekend, assuming he avoids any setbacks, per Anthony DiComo of MLB.com.

Freddy Peralta News / Total Pro Sports / June 21

'I’m Not Worried' – Freddy Peralta Responds To Allowing 10 Runs In Career-Worst Outing Amid Ongoing Struggles With Mets

Freddy Peralta became one of the most reliable starting pitchers over his first eight seasons in the MLB. His reputation prompted the New York Mets to acquire him in a trade deal this winter to be the ace of their rotation.

Luke Weaver News / New York Mets on SI / June 21

Luke Weaver Is Handing Mets a Win-Win Scenario Before Trade Deadline

The New York Mets are entering play on Saturday afternoon with a five-game deficit in the National League playoff hunt, leaving their trade deadline direction completely up in the air.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 20

Even Mets’ Carlos Mendoza was impressed by ‘unreal’ Brazil-Haiti World Cup atmosphere

World Cup fever has surrounded the United States with plenty of excitement throughout the nation. New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is no stranger to this after witnessing Brazil’s match against Haiti on June 19.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / June 20

The Mets got two injury updates that actually pointed in the right direction

The Mets got two pieces of real progress on the same day, which has not been the easiest sentence to write about this roster lately. Christian Scott threw a clean bullpen session, and Francisco Lindor is moving his rehab to Triple-A Syracuse tomorrow.

Francisco Lindor News / Total Pro Sports / June 20

Francisco Lindor Shares Latest Injury Update For Mets Fans

Francisco Lindor returned just in time for the start of the 2026 campaign after missing spring training due to a right hamate bone surgery. However, the New York Mets shortstop struggled with the bat following his return while the team made a dreadful start.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 19

Mets delivering clutch hits at expense of Phillies' bullpen

The New York Mets will look to win their third straight game when they visit the Philadelphia Phillies for the second game of a three-game series on Saturday after a rare mid-series off day not created by weather.

Nolan McLean News / Empire Sports Media / June 19

Nolan McLean is giving the Mets two different pitchers, and only one of them helps

Nolan McLean has given the Mets two completely different pitchers in the span of five days, and both of them were real. On June 12 against Atlanta, he lasted four innings, walked four, and gave up two runs while striking out six.

Bo Bichette News / Total Pro Sports / June 19

Why the Mets Could Still Move Bo Bichette Before the Trade Deadline?

Bo Bichette was expected to make a big impact on the New York Mets after signing a three-year, $126 million contract with opt-outs. However, the two-time All-Star is going through one of his worst seasons in the MLB, with the team also having a poor campaign.