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Mets manager Carlos Mendoza responds to criticisms of 8th inning decisions in loss to Nationals

The New York Mets remain under intense scrutiny following a narrow 5–4 loss to the Washington Nationals on Thursday, with manager Carlos Mendoza’s late-game decisions drawing heightened criticism.

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How the Mets Can Turn Their Season Around

The New York Mets need to turn their season around if they want to come anywhere close to a playoff spot come October. Add in losing 14 of their last 17 games, the team has underperformed to the point where they are free-falling down the National League rankings.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / April 30

Mets claim Andy Ibáñez off waivers from A’s

The Mets have claimed Andy Ibáñez, a 33-year-old infielder who was recently designated for assignment, off waivers from the A’s. In very limited major league playing time this season, Ibáñez hit .118/.167/.118 with a -24 wRC+ to start this season.

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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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30

USA figure skaters channel Mets’ season with disastrous first pitch

A lighthearted pregame moment at Citi Field quickly turned into a viral talking point Thursday, as members of the U.S. Olympic figure skating team delivered a ceremonial first pitch that drew widespread attention.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

MLB News / Amazin' Avenue / April 30

The Mets have lost 17 of their last 20 games, fall in series finale to the Nationals

The headline says it all: the Mets lost again today at Citi Field, losing 5-4 to the Nationals, and have now lost 17 of their last 20 games. Something has to change, and quickly.

New York Mets News / The Forkball / April 30

Mets’ Injury Woes Deepen as Luis Robert Jr. Lands on IL

The New York Mets continue to unravel early in the campaign, and the latest blow only deepens their struggles. Center fielder Luis Robert Jr. has been placed on the injured list with a lumbar spine disk herniation, further weakening a roster already hit hard by injuries.

New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / April 30

3 More Trades New York Mets Must Make After Adding Andy Ibañez

The New York Mets have one of the biggest payrolls in the entire league, but it hasn't resulted in much success on the field. They missed the postseason last year as the Cincinnati Reds surged into October.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 30

New York Mets Could Be Seeking Big Bat to Boost Offense

The New York Mets are last in almost every major offensive category this season. They're also without lineup mainstays Francisco Lindor, Jorge Polanco and now Luis Robert Jr.

Juan Soto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30

Will Mets’ Juan Soto return to outfield soon amid forearm injury?

The New York Mets have been dealing with injuries this season that have forced them to start slow, and the hope is that they can get back on track soon.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30

Mets Claim Andy Ibáñez

The Mets have claimed infielder/outfielder Andy Ibáñez off waivers from the Athletics, per an announcement from the A’s. Francys Romero of BeisbolFR reported the move prior to the official announcement.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Luis Robert News / Field Level Media / April 30

Mets place OF Luis Robert Jr. on IL

New York Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. could be facing an extended stint on the injured list with a lumbar spine disc herniation. The Mets placed Robert on the 10-day injured list on Thursday after an MRI exam revealed the extent of the issue that crept up Sunday.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30

Mets rumors: Insider dumps cold water on fan’s David Wright idea for manager

It has been a disaster of a season for the New York Mets. At 10-20, the Mets are in last place in the NL East. As two managers, Alex Cora and Rob Thomson, have been fired, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza might be next.

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David Peterson News / Mets Merized Online / April 30

David Peterson’s Free Fall Continues In Blowout

After Kodai Senga‘s start on Sunday lasted only 2 2/3 innings, I said to myself, “I don’t think the Mets starters can get worse than this”. And then David Peterson took the mound on Wednesday.

Marcus Semien News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30

Why Marcus Semien is most to blame for Mets’ disastrous start to 2026 season

The New York Mets entered 2026 with playoff ambitions, a revamped lineup, and legitimate NL East aspirations. Instead, after 30 games, they have a terrible 10-20 record, are in last place in the NL East, and are a shocking 11.5 games behind the Braves, who are in first place in the division.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / April 30

Robert to the IL, Edwards DFA’d, Warren and Wagaman recalled

The Mets announced a flurry of roster moves ahead of their 1:10pm series finale with the Nationals this afternoon in Queens. Luis Robert Jr., who has been

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 30

New York Mets to Place Luis Robert Jr. on IL

The hits just keep coming for the New York Mets, who will now be without yet another essential piece of their lineup for an extended period. Luis Robert Jr.

Luis Robert News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30

Mets To Place Luis Robert Jr. On Injured List

The Mets are expected to place center fielder Luis Robert Jr. on the 10-day injured list today, reports SNY’s Chelsea Janes. Robert has been battling back discomfort for several days and underwent an MRI yesterday, MLB.com’s Anthony DiComo noted.

Carlos Mendoza News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

Report: The Mets have made their intentions clear on Carlos Mendoza

Carlos Mendoza is still in the clear. Amid the struggles of the New York Mets and the recent firings of managers Alex Cora and Rob Thomson, there seems to be no increase in the temperature of Mendoza’s seat.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 30

Against Nationals, Mets strive to close dreadful month on a high note

The New York Mets insist they are better than their record indicates. As the first full month of the season concludes, it is time for the Mets to prove it.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / April 30

MLB Rumors: Insider Hints At Possible Mets, Phillies Trade Ahead Of Deadline

The New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies have two of the highest payrolls in the MLB this season. Yet both teams made a horrendous start to the 2026 campaign.

Tommy Pham News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 29

Tommy Pham Elects Free Agency

Outfielder Tommy Pham has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A Syracuse. The veteran has exercised his right to reject the assignment and elect free agency.

New York Mets News / Just Baseball / April 29

It’s Getting Late Early For The Mets

The 2026 Major League Baseball season is just over a month old, but at 9-19, time is quickly running out for the New York Mets to turn things around. After a promising 7-4 start, New York has dropped 15 of its last 17 games and sits 10.5 games back in the National League East.

Juan Soto News / Yardbarker / April 29

Mets' Juan Soto has big wish about massive inning in win over Nationals

An error committed by Washington Nationals third baseman Jorbit Vivas resulted in the New York Mets putting seven runs on the scoreboard in the bottom of the fourth inning of Tuesday's game, which the Mets won 8-0.

Update shares if Mets are close to firing Carlos Mendoza amid awful start

Tommy Pham should be first of Mets' changes

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Kodai Senga News / Field Level Media / April 28

Mets’ Kodai Senga (lumbar spine inflammation) goes on 15-day IL

New York Mets right-handed starting pitcher Kodai Senga was placed on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday with lumbar spine inflammation. The move is retroactive to Monday.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 27

Update shares if Mets are close to firing Carlos Mendoza amid awful start

Is Mendoza's job safe?

Carlos Mendoza seems to have no answer to fix struggling Mets offense

Tommy Pham should be first of Mets' changes

The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / April 26

Brett Baty got yelled at by umpire Ryan Blakney for ridiculous reason

New York Mets third baseman Brett Baty got in hot water with home plate umpire Ryan Blakney for a ridiculous reason. Baty was called out on strikes on a pitch at the bottom of the zone to end the fourth inning of Sunday’s game against the Colorado Rockies at Citi Field in New York, N.Y.