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4 areas the Mets urgently need to address

Noise is the right word for the New York Mets offseason so far. Not momentum. Not clarity. Just noise. The roster looks different, the payroll math has shifted, and the emotional whiplash of watching Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, Jeff McNeil, and Brandon Nimmo leave town has left a fan base split between anger and cautious curiosity.

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Luis Robert News / Empire Sports Media / December 24

Mets News & Buzz: New competitor emerges in the Luis Robert Jr. sweepstakes; Mets sign 2 pitchers to minor league deals, more

The New York Mets want outfielder Luis Robert Jr., but so do the Cincinnati Reds and reports indicate they are already in talks with the Chicago White Sox.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 24

Jeff McNeil breaks silence on Francisco Lindor Mets altercation

The New York Mets traded veteran infielder Jeff McNeil to the Athletics on December 22. While this trade made sense from a roster construction perspective

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 24

Mets sign veteran right-hander to minor league deal

The New York Mets have added some experienced bullpen depth. On Wednesday afternoon, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported that veteran right-hander Mike Baumann signed with the Mets.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 24

Mets land former Orioles pitcher in free agency

The New York Mets are one of the most talked-about teams during this MLB offseason for several reasons. Clubhouse issues in New York, star departures, and widespread doubt from the fan base have led to numerous questions surrounding the popular ballclub.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 24

Three things that should be on the Mets' wishlist this offseason

The New York Mets are a completely different team this holiday season after letting go of Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, Brandon Nimmo and Jeff McNeil. The Mets have brought in Marcus Semien, Jorge Polanco, Devin Williams and Luke Weaver, but there is still a long way to go to finish this new-look roster ahead of the 2026 season.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / December 24

2025 Mets Minor League In Memoriam: Outfielders

In this four-part series, we look back on the minor leaguers that the Mets released or traded over 2025. Today, we focus on the outfielders. 01/17/25: Syracuse Mets released OF Edward Olivares.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / December 24

Jeff McNeil reveals interaction with David Stearns before trade

There was a moment this winter when it became clear the New York Mets were not just trimming around the edges. They were turning pages. Big ones. Edwin Diaz gone.

Ofreidy Gomez News / Empire Sports Media / December 24

Mets reportedly sign flamethrower Ofreidy Gomez to minor league deal

Velocity has a way of keeping a pitcher employed, even when the résumé feels unfinished. That reality helps explain why the New York Mets keep circling the margins of the pitching market, adding arms that most fans will never notice until a box score forces them to.

Jeff McNeil News / New York Mets on SI / December 24

Jeff McNeil claims he 'couldn't be happier' after being traded from Mets

The New York Mets parted ways with yet another of their most tenured players on December 22, when news broke that Jeff McNeil had been traded to the Athletics.

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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 / MLB Trade Rumors / December 23

Mets Interested In Austin Hays

The Mets have interest in free agent outfielder Austin Hays, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Hays was previously connected to the Royals but that was before Kansas City signed Lane Thomas and acquired Isaac Collins.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 23

Mets sign bullpen arm to a two-year minor league deal

The New York Mets have added another depth piece to their bullpen. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com first reported on Tuesday that the Mets are signing right-handed reliever Tyler Burch to a two-year, minor league contract.

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The 'Most 3-passing, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

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The 'Multiple 3-rushing-TD games in a season' quiz

The '2004-05 NFL passing leaders' quiz

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / December 23

Mets News & Buzz: New York is targeting Austin Hays to fill critical lineup void; signs Tyler Burch, more

The New York Mets can still sign big-money targets such as Cody Bellinger and Kyle Tucker, but on Tuesday, it was revealed that they are also looking at a cheaper option: Austin Hays.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / December 23

Mets sign right-hander Tyler Burch to two-year minor league contract

The New York Mets have spent enough seasons watching the depth chart fray by June to know how this works. You can dream on stars in December, but you survive the summer with arms you barely talked about in February.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 23

Mets rumors: Roster makeover proves clubhouse was a ‘s**t show’ last season

The New York Mets chose to trade longtime second baseman Jeff McNeil to the Athletics on Monday, and insiders already feel as though they have a grasp on what president of baseball operations David Stearns is hoping to achieve this offseason.

Jeff McNeil News / New York Mets on SI / December 23

Mets targeting unexpected outfielder after breakout season

The New York Mets made waves when news broke that they had traded Jeff McNeil to the Athletics on December 22. This trade doesn't necessarily come as a surprise.

Austin Hays News / Total Apex Sports / December 23

Austin Hays Being Eyed By the New York Mets

If you’re a fan of the New York Mets, this winter has probably felt a bit like walking into your living room and realizing someone rearranged all the furniture while you were sleeping.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / December 23

Mets reportedly looking at 2023 All-Star to bolster lineup

The New York Mets have spent this winter living in the margins between subtraction and recalibration, and that tension has defined nearly every move they have made.