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On YouTubeYacksel Rios News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 17
Cubs, Yacksel Rios Agree To Minor League Contract
The Cubs are in agreement with reliever Yacksel Ríos on a minor league deal, reports Francys Romero. The MAS+ Agency client had elected minor league free agency at the beginning of the offseason.
New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / January 17
Mets News & Buzz: Mets still expected to pursue Cody Bellinger; Position change in store for Brett Baty, more
The New York Mets spent $126 million on Bo Bichette on Friday, but are still very much expected to remain players in the Cody Bellinger sweepstakes. Bichette’s arrival will force the Mets to play Brett Baty out of position, potentially enhancing his versatility and keeping his bat in the lineup.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 17
HOF tracker: How each former Met is performing on the 2026 ballot
Last month, Jeff Kent became the first member of the 2026 National Baseball Hall of Fame class by way of the Contemporary Era ballot. He may not be the only former New York Mets player honored in Cooperstown this summer, however.
The 'MLB active RBI leaders' quiz
Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 17
Mets among teams interested in trade for elite starter
The New York Mets are still looking for a frontline starting pitcher this offseason. According to Jon Heyman of The New York Post, the Mets are among many teams interested in Milwaukee Brewers right-handed starter Freddy Peralta.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
MLB News / New York Mets on SI / January 17
Bo Bichette's strong Marcus Semien opinion resurfaces
By now, New York Mets fans are well aware of the fact that their team signed former Toronto Blue Jays infielder Bo Bichette to a three-year, $126 million deal in free agency on January 17.
New York Mets News / Sneakers on SI / January 17
Coco Gauff Unveils Francisco Lindor's New Balance Shoes at Australian Open
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor surprised Coco Gauff during his visit to the Australian Open. Posing as a reporter at her pre-tournament press conference and wearing her signature New Balance Coco CG2 shoes, Lindor jokingly offered to be her doubles partner.
MLB News / New York Mets on SI / January 17
How Bo Bichette will impact Mets clubhouse chemistry
On January 16, news broke that the New York Mets signed star former Toronto Blue Jays infielder Bo Bichette to a three-year, $126 million contract in free agency.
Brett Baty News / Mets Merized Online / January 17
Can Brett Baty Play Left Field? 
With the signing of Bo Bichette to play third base, infielder Brett Baty is a man without a position. There have been reports that Baty could play first base, a position he spent last off-season learning, or left field, a position he has some but limited experience playing.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 17
Mets showing interest in reunion with underrated starter
There is now about a month from spring training, and the New York Mets' starting rotation is still in an equally unsettling place as it was to close out the 2025 campaign.
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.
Bo Bichette News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 16
Mets rumors: When did New York’s talks with Bo Bichette begin
The New York Mets agreed to a three-year, $126 million contract with infielder Bo Bichette on Friday morning, a deal that carries an average annual value of $42 million.
MLB News / Mets Merized Online / January 16
Rumor Roundup: Mets Remain in on Bellinger, Showing Interest in Canning
The Mets are still in on Cody Bellinger, sources told Pat Ragazzo of Mets on SI on Friday. Bellinger, the best position player left in free agency, would be a good fit since New York needs an outfielder.
MLB News / New York Mets on SI / January 16
Mets claim former top prospect off waivers from Rays
Just hours after the Bo Bichette news broke, the New York Mets added another infielder to their organization. On Friday afternoon, the Mets announced that they had claimed infielder Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays.
New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / January 16
Mets News & Buzz: Mets sign Bo Bichette after whiffing on Kyle Tucker; What happens with Brett Baty and Mark Vientos now? More
The New York Mets offered Kyle Tucker a four-year, $220 million contract. Unfortunately, the Los Angeles Dodgers signed him to a four-year, $240 million deal.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16
Cardinals, Mets Among Teams Interested In Griffin Canning
The Cardinals and Mets both have some interest in free agent righty Griffin Canning, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Canning spent the 2025 season with the Mets after signing a one-year, make-good deal in free agency last year.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / January 16
Mets' infield additions tell contradictory story
The New York Mets have made run prevention a key part of their offseason strategy.
Bo Bichette News / Yardbarker / January 16
Mets improve lineup, agree to deal with free agent Bo Bichette
When all signs pointed to the Philadelphia Phillies landing Bichette, the New York Mets swooped in and stole him away from their division rival.
Griffin Canning News / Empire Sports Media / January 16
Mets want to bring back Griffin Canning after successful 2025
The number that jumps out isn’t the ERA. It’s the price tag. For $4.25 million, the New York Mets bought themselves a bet on process, not production, when they signed Griffin Canning before the 2025 season.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 16
Mets Reportedly Offered Tucker Four Years, $220MM
The Mets’ final offer to Kyle Tucker was for four years and $220MM, reports Jim Duquette of MLB Network on Sirius XM Radio. Jon Heyman of The New York Post adds that the offer included no deferred money and would have been slightly frontloaded, paying $120MM over the first two seasons.
Steve Cohen News / Larry Brown Sports / January 15
Mets owner Steve Cohen sparks Kyle Tucker buzz with his latest post
Steve Cohen sure knows how to build anticipation. The New York Mets owner Cohen caused a stir on Thursday night with a cryptic post. As the Mets await a decision by top free agent target Kyle Tucker, Cohen posted a seven-word message to X.
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / January 15
Mets Announce Trade on Thursday
The New York Mets have had an eventful offseason, with many familiar faces set to embark on new chapters with different organizations. Yet president of baseball operations David Stearns remains committed to constructing the roster according to his vision, as the Mets aim to rebound in 2026 following last year’s second‑half collapse.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 15
Mets sign 2 players with high ceilings
The New York Mets entered a new phase of roster development Thursday as their international signings headlined the opening of the 2026 MLB international signing period.
New York Mets News / Just Baseball / January 15
Top Mets Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026
The New York Mets enter the 2026 season with a perfect situation to put their talented farm system on display. After years of a system filled with mediocre prospects thanks to a handful of poor decisions in the annual MLB Draft, the Mets have quietly built one of the most lethal farm systems in the game.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / January 14
David Stearns knows how Mets fans feel about controversial offseason moves
New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns has become quite an unpopular figure among members of the team's fan base this offseason.
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / January 14
Details emerge on Mets’ contract offer to Kyle Tucker
The New York Mets apparently mean business after losing Pete Alonso and others this offseason. The Mets have made a sizable offer to free agent outfielder Kyle Tucker in free agency, Bob Nightengale of USA Today Sports reported on Tuesday.
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