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On YouTubeSteve Cohen News / Mets Merized Online / December 1
Metropolitan Park Project Gets Gaming License Recommendation 
Steve Cohen is going to build it. He hopes many will come. On Monday, the New York State Gambling Facility Location Board met at the Proshansky Auditorium at CUNY Graduate Center in Midtown Manhattan to vote on who would be granted gambling licenses.
Jared Young News / Amazin' Avenue / December 1
Jared Young has more in the tank
Last December, the Mets’ 1B/DH situation was in flux. Pete Alonso was a free agent and demanding far more than the Mets were seemingly willing to pay him.
The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / November 30
EXCLUSIVE: Mets Prospect Brett Banks Talks Development, Goals, and What’s Next
Every year, a few under-the-radar MLB draft picks force their way into relevance. New York Mets pitching prospect Brett Banks is one of them. Drafted in the 11th round in 2023 out of UNC Wilmington, the right-hander has turned himself into a pitcher worth watching.
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.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 30
Kodai Senga prefers to remain with Mets in 2026
New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga has indicated to the club that he would prefer to remain in Queens for next season rather than be traded elsewhere this winter, according to a report from Will Sammon of The Athletic.
Framber Valdez News / New York Mets on SI / November 30
Why the Mets should overlook any Framber Valdez concerns
At the top of the New York Mets’ lengthy offseason to-do list is fixing a starting rotation that unraveled during their 2025 collapse, but the market is not waiting for them.
New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / November 30
Mets Seen as Landing Spot for All-Star on 4-Year Mega Deal
The New York Mets’ 2025 season ended in frustration. Despite an aggressive and highly praised winter spending spree, the club fell short of October and now heads into another critical offseason facing the potential departure of multiple cornerstone pieces.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 30
The next trade Mets must make after blockbuster Marcus Semien-Brandon Nimmo deal
The New York Mets sent shockwaves through baseball when they shipped Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers for Gold Glove second baseman Marcus Semien on November 24.
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.
Sean Manaea News / Amazin' Avenue / November 30
Sean Manaea had a frustrating 2025
After a second half in 2024 that Mets fans could dream on, Sean Manaea re-signed with the Mets on a three-year, $75 million contract. At the time, we praised this contract as a likely bargain, whether or not he could replicate the second half of ‘24 over the course of a full season.
Brandon Nimmo News / Mets Merized Online / November 30
Mets, And Fans, Lucky to Have Found Nimmo
Brandon Nimmo isn’t going to the Hall of Fame. He has never even made an All Star team. Nor did he really even had a signature postseason moment during his 10 year Mets career.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 29
Orioles hope veteran closer can return to All-Star form with recent signing
He a two-time All-Star who has saved 105 games to the tune of a 2.96 ERA over seven seasons, but he's coming off a rough Mets stint.
Ryan Helsley News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 29
Orioles fulfill one of their offseason goals with Ryan Helsley signing
The Orioles have signed right-hander Ryan Helsley to a two-year contract.
Brett Baty News / Mets Merized Online / November 29
Statistical Spotlight: Brett Baty’s bWAR
Brett Baty‘s 2025 was a breakthrough in many ways. The Texas native played in 130 games last season, which is the most in his short career thus far. After his performance in 2024, there was a lot of uncertainty during the offseason as to where Baty would play, and how much he would as well.
Max Kranick News / Amazin' Avenue / November 29
Max Kranick’s 2025 was cut short
We love a bold prediction here at Amazin’ Avenue, and back in March our Lukas Vlahos wrote a gushing review of Max Kranick’s first five innings of spring training baseball.
Pete Alonso News / New York Mets on SI / November 29
Mets' top competition for Pete Alonso becoming clear
It's no secret that the New York Mets are far from the only team that has an interest in signing slugger Pete Alonso this winter. Alonso probably would have been among the most prized free agents available if he had had a down year in 2025.
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / November 29
Details emerge on Francisco Lindor's alleged incident with Mets teammate
Mr. Smile apparently wasn’t smiling too much about one of his teammates last season.
Framber Valdez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 28
Mets rumors: Insider says New York is favorite to land Framber Valdez in free agency
The New York Mets are largely expected to make significant changes to their roster this offseason, and they could look to add one of the best starters on the market.
Framber Valdez News / Total Apex Sports / November 28
New York Mets Are Favorites To Sign Framber Valdez To $200 Million Deal
The New York Mets’ biggest need this offseason is adding proven arms to their starting rotation. David Stearns tried to piece together a bunch of veteran players and not pay a starting pitcher much money, which came back to haunt the team in a huge way.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / November 28
Pete Alonso linked to an AL contender in free agency
Pete Alonso may have an intriguing opportunity just a couple hundred miles northeast.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 27
Red Sox are interested in Pete Alonso, Kazuma Okamoto among others
The Boston Red Sox are looking to bolster the lineup. Jon Heyman of The New York Post reports that the Sox are considering signing one or maybe two of Kyle Schwarber, Pete Alonso, Kazuma Okamoto, J.T. Realmuto and Alex Bregman.
New York Mets News / Total Apex Sports / November 27
Is Robert Suárez the Mets’ Secret Weapon or Just Another Bullpen Gamble?
The MLB offseason is in full swing, and if you listen closely, you can hear the collective groan of Mets fans everywhere. As the Edwin Díaz saga drags on, the front office is doing what it does best: window shopping for high-end relief pitchers.
New York Mets News / Just Baseball / November 26
Trading Brandon Nimmo Unlocked Options for David Stearns’ Mets
“We believed and still believe that we have to be open to anything.” David Stearns has put the league on notice: the New York Mets are open for business.
Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / November 26
Mets' Francisco Lindor Announces Move Outside MLB on Wednesday
The New York Mets are hoping for a bounce-back year in 2026 after failing to reach the MLB postseason. Despite a disappointing season that unraveled after the All-Star break, the club still has the core in place to contend if the roster is properly retooled, led by shortstop Francisco Lindor.
New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / November 26
Mets Seen as Front-Runners to Sign All-Star in $88 Million Projection
After falling short of the playoffs last year, the New York Mets are under pressure to make impactful additions this winter to ensure a stronger 2026 campaign.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 24
Rangers, Mets reportedly agree to blockbuster trade
The Texas Rangers and New York Mets fell short of expectations in 2025. A surprising trade may be the beginning of a shakeup for both franchises.
Tyrone Taylor News / Total Apex Sports / November 23
New York Mets Retain Tyrone Taylor On a One-Year Deal Worth $3.8 Million
The Mets and Tyrone Taylor have agreed to a one-year, $3.8 million contract. This isn’t the splashy headline Mets fans are refreshing their feeds for. But baseball isn’t played on paper, unless you focus on the analytics side of the business.
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