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Evaluating What an Alec Burleson-Mets Trade Could Look Like to Solve Ongoing First Base Concern

One of the bigger issues that David Stearns is looking to address for the New York Mets this winter is first base. The Mets are exploring all their options at the position, with The Athletic's Will Sammon noting their interest in free agent Alec Bohm on Thursday, and FanSided's Pat Ragazzo suggesting New York may explore a trade for St.

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'Nearly everybody' expects Tarik Skubal will join Mets, who 'are downplaying their chances of signing' the ace

A report from earlier this month revealed that the New York Mets were "considered the favorite to land" ace pitcher Tarik Skubal over the Los Angeles Dodgers

How pursuit of Tarik Skubal benefits Blue Jays

Braves make first big offseason splash, sign reliever Evan Phillips to three-year contract

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / November 12

What Do Mets' Free Agent Reliever Rumors Tell Us About Their Bullpen Plans

While it's been quiet so far on the transaction front at the annual GM Meetings in Las Vegas, rumors surrounding potential moves are beginning to flood everyone's timelines.

New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / November 12

Mets Reportedly Pursuing Trade for Top NL Central Slugger

The New York Mets enter this offseason still searching for a durable, everyday answer at first base. More than a year has passed since Pete Alonso departed as a free agent, and the club has yet to locate a hitter who can reliably anchor the middle of the lineup the way Alonso once did.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NL Cy Young-winners' quiz

How many of the National League Cy Young Award winners since 1967 can you name in seven minutes?

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'MLB wins-leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'All-Star Game starting pitchers' quiz

Mark Vientos News / New York Mets on SI / November 12

How Mark Vientos' Potential Return Could Impact Mets' Offseason Plans

Following another disappointing season for the New York Mets, president of baseball operations David Stearns appears not to have given up on Mark Vientos yet.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The offseason needs for every MLB team

Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

Mets To Hire Derek Johnson

The Mets are expected to hire former pitching coach Derek Johnson, as first reported by Bobby Nightengale of the Minnesota Star Tribune. Will Sammon of The Athletic adds that Johnson will serve in an advisory role with New York.

Tarik Skubal News / New York Mets on SI / November 12

Tarik Skubal or Michael King: Which Free Agent Better Solves the Mets' Need?

There's been plenty of debate among Mets fans about the best course of action for New York to take this offseason. While all can agree that the Mets' biggest priority is strengthening their starting rotation, fans fall on different sides of the fence over how New York should approach it.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / November 12

Bo Bichette’s down year led him right back to the Mets in 2027

Bo Bichette, a former second round draft pick of the Blue Jays and son of four-time All-Star Dante Bichette, authored one of the biggest plays of the iconic Game 7 of the 2025 World Series when he cracked a three-run home run off Shohei Ohtani in the third inning.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / November 12

Mets Could Solve First Base Platoon By Trading With Twins

It is hard to believe that the New York Mets have a dilemma at first base. For over half a decade, the Mets had an established first baseman in Pete Alonso, who not only played every day but also became the franchise's home run leader.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 11

Cy Young winners Jacob Misiorowski and Cam Schlittler make history together

Both earning the highest individual honor awarded to a pitcher unanimously, Milwaukee Brewers' ace Jacob Misiorowski and New York Yankees' stud Cam Schlittler will forever be tied together.

Yankees' Cam Schlittler, Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski unsurprisingly win Cy Young awards

From starter to closer: Blue Jays' Louis Varland wins first AL Reliever of the Year

Pat Murphy wins historic third straight NL Manager of the Year award ... from a hospital bed

Brewers' Pat Murphy speaks out after being named NL Manager of the Year

The 'MLB K leaders since 1995' quiz

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 11

Mets Eyeing Left-Handed Relievers

The Mets, like just about every club in the game, are looking to strengthen their bullpen this winter. They’ll pursue a wide variety of options, but lefties Alex Vesia and Tim Hill are among their early targets, reports Will Sammon of The Athletic.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker

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Narrowing down the 25 most worthy heavy metal vocalists of all time is a daunting task. We tried to cover as many subgenres within the metal family tree.

New York Mets News / Just Baseball / November 11

Five Things the Mets Must Get Right This Offseason

The New York Mets have a laundry list of issues to sort out prior to the start of the 2027 season. With free agency officially opening up this week, there’s no better time to examine what exactly New York must do to contend next season.

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The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

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The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 10

Mets Focused On First Base, Pitching Upgrades

There are myriad holes for the Mets to try to fill this winter, but president of baseball operations David Stearns suggested Tuesday at the GM Meetings that second base isn’t one of them (via Anthony DiComo of MLB.com and Chelsea Janes of SNY).

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 10

Mets swinging for the fences in free agency before lockout with Tarik Skubal meeting

A two-time AL Cy Young award winner, Skubal is easily the prize of free agency.

1 contender has no plans to pursue Tarik Skubal

Day One in Las Vegas: MLB's lockout clock is louder than the hot stove

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 10

What Mets’ David Stearns said about Bo Bichette’s contract decision

As the New York Mets are surrounded by rumors heading into the offseason, one thing is certain: Bo Bichette will return to the team, opting into his player option.

Kodai Senga News / Baseball Now / November 10

Mets Pitcher Reportedly Drawing Trade Interest After Roller Coaster Tenure With Team

There are some big question marks in the New York Mets' starting rotation right now, and what the team does with Kodai Senga is one of them. Senga signed with the Mets on a five-year, $75 million deal.

Carson Benge News / EssentiallySports / November 10

'The Worst I’ve Seen': Analyst Slams Voting Behind Carson Benge’s NL Rookie of the Year Finish

Sal Stewart’s 20 first-place votes secured the NL Rookie of the Year, but the voting distribution below sparked immediate questions. Mets rookie Carson Benge finished second, yet the final results left fans questioning how voters evaluated the race.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 9

Day One in Las Vegas: MLB's lockout clock is louder than the hot stove

Here in Sin City, it's a point of discussion whether the bigger story this week is about the hot stove or the potential lockout that is coming at Major League Baseball's calendar like a tsunami.

3 questions facing the Atlanta Braves this offseason

Why Jazz Chisholm Jr. fits into the Blue Jays' offseason plans

Hiromi Itoh a question mark despite strong NPB performance

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

Robert Stock News / Viral Sports News / November 7

New York Mets Sign Veteran Pitcher in MLB Free Agency

The New York Mets have secured a familiar arm for the coming season by agreeing to a one-year major league contract with right-hander Robert Stock. Announced on Friday, the deal is structured as a split contract, meaning Stock will receive different salaries depending on whether he spends time on the active roster or in the minor leagues.