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Mets Rookies Shine in Win Over Padres

New York Mets rookies Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing put their defensive talents on display during a 2–1 win over the San Diego Padres. In the first inning of Monday’s series opener at Citi Field, Benge made two deep throws from right field to prevent runs from scoring on back-to-back plays.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 17

Mets’ Andy Green reveals 2 players who helped beat Padres

The New York Mets embraced being a seller at the trade deadline since their postseason hopes in 2026 were long gone. What they needed to do was to accept that they needed to hit the reset button in hopes of returning to contention in 2027, and that’s exactly what they did.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 17

Behind 3 outfield assists on plays at plate, Mets edge Padres

Nolan McLean tossed six eventful innings and earned the win after benefiting from three outfield assists Monday night, when the New York Mets stayed hot by edging the San Diego Padres 2-1 in the opener of a three-game series.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 17

Mets’ Carson Benge gets surprise Rookie of the Year endorsement from NFL Insider

While the 2026 campaign has not gone the way many in the New York Mets organization have hoped it would, there have been bright spots. One of the brightest spots has been rookie outfielder Carson Benge.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 17

Mets' Carson Benge adds to NL ROY case against Padres

Mets' Carson Benge adds to NL ROY case with back-to-back assists against Padres

New York Mets outfielder Carson Benge threw his name into the NL Rookie of the Year race with an excellent defensive first inning Monday against the San Diego Padres in a 2-1 win.

Howie Rose shares major career update ahead of retirement amid Mets' lost season

Andy Green opens up about future with Mets amid unexpected hot streak

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David Stearns News / Mets Merized Online / August 17

Stearns, Green Discuss Plans for Remainder of Season

Both president of baseball operations David Stearns and manager Andy Green met with the media to discuss the Mets’ recent performance and their plans for the rest of the season.

New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / August 17

New York Mets Cut Ties With Former Top Prospect

The New York Mets designated infielder Gabriel Arias for assignment on Monday, ending his short tenure with the club just 10 days after claiming him off waivers.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Kodai Senga News / New York Mets on SI / August 17

How Kodai Senga's Closing Audition Could Impact 2027 Mets' Bullpen

The New York Mets have been hot since the trade deadline, ripping off nine wins in their first 12 games and giving their fans something to watch. Perhaps the most surprising part of the team is its bullpen, which was demolished after David Stearns sent out Luke Weaver, Brooks Raley, A.J.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / August 17

Mets Announce Intriguing Roster Move Ahead of Padres Game

The New York Mets are adding an intriguing former top prospect to their roster before Monday's game against the San Diego Padres. The Mets announced they are calling up utility player Christopher Morel from Triple-A Syracuse and designating infielder Gabriel Arias for assignment.

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Christopher Morel News / Sport Relay / August 17

Mets Promote Christopher Morel to Main Roster

The New York Mets promoted outfielder and third baseman Christopher Morel to their major league roster ahead of Monday’s series opener at Citi Field against the San Diego Padres.

Gabriel Arias News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Mets Designate Gabriel Arias For Assignment

The Mets announced Monday that infielder Gabriel Arias has been designated for assignment. His spot on the 40-man roster goes to fellow righty-swinging infielder Christopher Morel, whose contract has been selected from Triple-A Syracuse.

New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / August 17

New York Mets Land New Prediction for Next Manager

A Hall of Fame outfielder with deep ties to the franchise has emerged as a leading candidate to become the next manager of the New York Mets, according to a recent prediction circulating in baseball circles.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / August 17

Andy Green opens up about future with Mets amid unexpected hot streak

Most recently, the Mets won nine of 12 games to improve to 56-69 following Sunday's MLB action.

Howie Rose shares major career update ahead of retirement amid Mets' lost season

Mets pitcher’s strikeout celebration embarrassingly backfires

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New York Mets News / Yardbarker / August 17

Howie Rose shares major career update ahead of retirement amid Mets' lost season

Rose began hosting pregame and postgame shows for Mets radio broadcasts in 1987, the year after the club won what remains its last World Series title. Since 1996, he has called Mets games for either television or radio.

Mets pitcher’s strikeout celebration embarrassingly backfires

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Christopher Morel News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Mets to select Christopher Morel

The Mets will select Christopher Morel‘s contract from Triple-A Syracuse prior to Monday’s game with the Padres, according to Mike Rodriguez of Rompiendo Sports.

Luis Torrens News / Field Level Media / August 16

Luis Torrens powers Mets to sweep of Nationals

Luis Torrens hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the fourth inning for the host New York Mets, who continued their post-trade deadline hot streak by closing out a three-game sweep of the Washington Nationals with a 4-3 win.

Jefry Yan News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15

Mets pitcher’s strikeout celebration embarrassingly backfires

New York Mets pitcher Jefry Yan has been turning a lot of heads in the big leagues with his unique celebration on the mound, but it also backfired on him late in Saturday’s game against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / August 15

Francisco Lindor rescues Mets with walk-off hit against Nationals

Francisco Lindor had the walk-off RBI single in the ninth inning Saturday as the host New York Mets edged the Washington Nationals, 5-4, in the middle game of a three-game series.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / August 14

Mets insider drops big Bo Bichette prediction amid uncertainty

Among the many questions hovering over the last-place New York Mets, the future of infielder Bo Bichette is one that likely won't be answered anytime soon.

Francisco Lindor makes feelings on future with Mets clear amid trade rumors

Mets coming off loss to Braves but still 'enjoying the moment' on road trip

Former GM Says Mets 'Have to Sign' Tarik Skubal This Winter

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