New York Mets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Chance Sisco News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Former New York Mets Catcher Has Retired

Chance Sisco, the catcher who finished his major league career in a New York Mets uniform, announced Friday that he is retiring from professional baseball at age 31.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / September 19

Francisco Alvarez's blast ignites Mets rout of Phillies

Francisco Alvarez had two hits Saturday, including the go-ahead three-run homer in the fifth, as the host New York Mets routed the skidding Philadelphia Phillies 10-3.

Carlos Beltran News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 19

Carlos Beltran has been linked to Mets manager job, but does he even want it?

Hall of Famer and former New York Mets star Carlos Beltran has been mentioned as a potential candidate for the team’s manager job, as interim manager Andy Green is expected to return to the front office next season.

New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / September 19

Juan Soto Joins Alex Rodriguez, Ken Griffey Jr. in Exclusive Group of MLB Stars

There hasn't been much for New York Mets fans to get excited about in 2026. But on Friday night, Mets outfielder Juan Soto accomplished a feat that only three other superstars have done in MLB history.

Kodai Senga News / Just Baseball / September 19

Has Kodai Senga Found His Ideal Role as Mets Closer?

Despite a season full of countless failures for the New York Mets in 2026, they may have found a victory as the season winds down. Kodai Senga’s major league career ebbs and flows about as much as possible.

Pete Alonso News / EssentiallySports / September 19

'Just a Clear Mistake': Pete Alonso Decision Comes Back to Haunt Mets as MLB Legend Weighs In

Pete Alonso’s decision to leave the New York Mets is now costing them big. After departing in free agency last offseason, he signed a five-year, $155 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / September 19

Mets' Jared Young out of hospital after terrifying collision

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young will miss the remainder of the season after a concussion suffered in a terrifying collision with pitcher Nolan McLean during Thursday night’s 3-0 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field.

Mets share update on Jared Young injury after scary moment in loss to Phillies

Mets’ Jared Young gets carted off after scary collision with teammate Nolan McLean

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 19

Mets star Juan Soto has nothing but praise for ‘do-it-all’ Carson Benge

Juan Soto does not hand out the word superstar lightly, but he has stopped hedging when the subject is Carson Benge. Speaking with SNY after another strong night from the rookie right fielder, the Mets slugger ran through everything Benge does well and made clear he expects the best is still coming.

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The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz

Jared Young News / Field Level Media / September 19

Mets 1B Jared Young (concussion) out for season

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was home recovering from a concussion on Friday, and the team shut him down for the remainder of the season. Young was knocked unconscious briefly after an on-field collision with teammate Nolan McLean on Thursday in the 3-0 loss to the visiting Philadelphia Phillies.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mets' Juan Soto's latest HR places him among MLB legends

While the 2026 season may be one New York Mets fans plan to forget, Juan Soto has reason to remember it as a special one for his career.

Cade Cavalli reaches 200 strikeouts as Nationals rout Cardinals

Nationals to sign Cavalli to four-year contract extension

Sonny Gray reportedly could pull a shocker this offseason

Dodgers make big Edwin Diaz decision

Roman Anthony sparks offense as Red Sox stop Rays' streak

Jose Ramirez reaches 1,000 career RBI as Guardians top Athletics

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 18

Juan Soto, Mets stop five-game slide with win over Phillies

Zac Thornton tossed six solid innings, Juan Soto homered among his three hits and the host New York Mets beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3 in the second game of a four-game series Friday.

Jefferson Rojas News / New York Mets on SI / September 18

Jefferson Rojas Is Already Making Waves for Mets at Triple-A Syracuse

The 2026 season might be a lost cause for the New York Mets, who are playing out the string the rest of the way. However, the same can’t be said for the Mets’ farm system, which has been making some noise since the trade deadline.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Mets Facing Mark Vientos Decision After Unfortunate News

The New York Mets have shifted their lineup on Friday, a day after first baseman Jared Young left Thursday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies after a scary collision.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mets share update on Jared Young injury after scary moment in loss to Phillies

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was stretchered off the field in the top of the sixth inning of Thursday's home game against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Mets 1B Jared Young (head) taken off field on stretcher

Four managerial fits for MLB teams that could make a change

Former Mets GM blasts team's decision to part ways with Orioles' Pete Alonso

The 'N.L. HR champs since 1994' quiz

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Andy Green: Jared Young has full use of extremities after collision

Thursday night’s New York Mets-Philadelphia Phillies game featured one of the scariest injuries of the 2026 season.

Devin Williams News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Mets Give Devin Williams Update

As the New York Mets gear up for their final home series of the year, it remains to be seen whether or not they will get their closer back this season.

Juan Soto News / Viral Sports News / September 17

New York Mets Make Juan Soto Announcement on Thursday

The New York Mets enter the final stretch of a lost season still capable of making life uncomfortable for teams with something to play for. On Thursday,

Stephen A Smith News / Total Pro Sports / September 17

Stephen A. Smith Storms Off ‘First Take’ Set After Criticizing 'Trash' Franchise

Stephen A. Smith turned a New York Mets segment into another live walk-off on First Take Wednesday. He aimed the rant at owner Steve Cohen, the front office, and former governor Chris Christie.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17

Four managerial fits for MLB teams that could make a change

With the offseason approaching, several recognizable names could make sense for a few clubs looking for a different direction.

The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

New York Mets News / EssentiallySports / September 17

'$1B Worth of Mets': Broadcaster Left Furious After Costly Defensive Blunder

A sinking line drive, a bounce, and a botched throw. The sequence marked one of the most embarrassing points of an already ruined season for the New York Mets.

Stephen A Smith News / HITC / September 17

‘Baseball abomination’ – Stephen A. Smith names key reason the New York Mets ‘stink’

The New York Mets have become a bit of a laughing stock in the MLB this week. Stephen A. Smith certainly didn’t hold back in his assessment of the franchise.

Jefry Yan News / Larry Brown Sports / September 17

Mets’ Jefry Yan debuts a more muted strikeout celebration

Jefry Yan appears to have learned his lesson. The New York Mets reliever Yan pitched Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles (which ended up as a 7-1 victory for Baltimore).

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 16

Sean Manaea seemed upset at Mets fans over reaction to Orioles' Pete Alonso hitting 300th home run

Alonso received a curtain call from Mets fans after hitting a game-tying home run in the ninth inning on Tuesday.

Pete Alonso enjoys warm welcome in return to Citi Field

Mets players send messages to fans about return of Orioles' Pete Alonso

Former Mets GM Sandy Alderson blasts team's decision to part ways with Orioles' Pete Alonso

Pete Alonso hits 300th homer at former home ballpark, joins elite company

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 16

Pete Alonso hits 300th homer at former home ballpark, joins elite company

It’s fitting that Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso reached a personal milestone at Citi Field on Tuesday night.

Pete Alonso enjoys warm welcome in return to Citi Field

Former Mets GM Sandy Alderson blasts team's decision to part ways with Orioles' Pete Alonso

Mets players send messages to fans about return of Orioles' Pete Alonso

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

Bo Bichette News / Yardbarker / September 14

Bo Bichette reveals when he will make major career decision

Throughout the summer, New York Mets infielder Bo Bichette had carefully spoken about the opt-out decision that hovers over his status regarding his short-term future.

Carson Benge a bright spot in disappointing Mets season

Mets players send messages to fans about return of Orioles' Pete Alonso

Trevor Story continues to provide late-game insurance for Red Sox

Dylan Cease on pace to climb Blue Jays' single-season strikeout ranks

Insider shares new worrisome update about a potential MLB lockout