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MLB News / Mets Merized Online / February 28
Spring Training Game Chat: Nationals vs Mets, 1:10 PM 
Saturday, February 28, 2026 • 1:10 PM Clover Park • Port St. Lucie, FL RHP Jake Irvin (0-0, 0.00) vs. RHP Tobias Myers (1-0, 0.00) SNY Going into spring training games on Friday, the Mets had a +1 run differential.
Jonah Tong News / Amazin' Avenue / February 28
Let’s give Jonah Tong the time he deserves in 2026
Jonah Tong’s 2025 campaign was about as strong an advertisement for Triple-A baseball as one can make. Tong absolutely eviscerated minor league competition last season.
Luis Robert News / Empire Sports Media / February 28
Next steps for Luis Robert Jr. include minor league games before official spring debut
The New York Mets are playing the “wait and see” game with their shiny new toy. We all knew what the deal was when David Stearns pulled the trigger to bring Luis Robert Jr.
The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 28
Royals In Talks With Starling Marte
2025 was the last season of Starling Marte‘s four-year, $78MM contract with the Mets, and while Marte was hopeful of playing for multiple more years, there
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Joey Gerber News / Amazin' Avenue / February 28
Joey Gerber could be just what the Mets’ bullpen needs
Before the Mets traded Brandon Nimmo and Jeff McNeil, before they let Edwin Díaz and Pete Alonso walk, and before they added a smattering of All-Stars to their roster, the team’s offseason began with a subtler move: acquiring Joey Gerber.
Carson Benge News / Amazin' Avenue / February 28
Carson Benge will likely be a starter for the 2026 Mets (and you should be fine with that)
From the very beginning of the offseason, David Stearns—normally one who plays things extremely close to the vest—has been fairly clear whenever the subject of the 2026 outfield comes up.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / February 28
Peralta Perfect, Williams Tests Cutter in Spring Debuts
Two notable Mets offseason pitching additions made their spring training debuts on Friday. One’s outing went as well as you could have hoped. The other got a rude awakening.
MJ Melendez News / Last Word On Sports / February 27
New Arrival Making a Case for the Mets’ Right Fielder Job
MJ Melendez, whom the New York Mets signed to a one-year deal a few weeks ago, is taking full advantage of his playing time in spring training so far. In four games, he is hitting .364 with two home runs and five RBI.
Freddy Peralta News / Last Word On Sports / February 27
Peralta’s ‘Easy’ Transition to Mets Gets Him Opening Day Nod, Could Lead to Extension
Since being dealt to the New York Mets in the offseason, Freddy Peralta has brought the same characteristics he displayed with the Milwaukee Brewers to his new team.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / February 27
Mets Top 50 Prospects for 2026: 35-31
To start off my Top 50 Mets prospects for 2026 we looked at a few arms who could potentially help the Mets this season in the 50-46 group and then the 45-41 group focused mostly on young talent from the Dominican Summer League.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / February 27
Mets Dealt More Bad News Amid Francisco Lindor Injury Absence
The New York Mets have high expectations this year following an active winter reshaping the 40‑man roster. The front office moved on from several familiar faces in an effort to build a team capable of returning to the MLB postseason.
Freddy Peralta News / Field Level Media / February 27
Mets give Opening Day nod to RHP Freddy Peralta
Right-hander Freddy Peralta will not have to wait long to make his New York Mets debut after he was named Opening Day starter by manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 27
Freddy Peralta may be more than a rental for the Mets
Freddy Peralta is slated to reach free agency following the 2026 season.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 27
New York Mets Make a Decision on Opening Day Starter
The New York Mets have decided on their Opening Day starter. On Friday, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza announced that Freddy Peralta will get the ball for the season opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates on March 26 at Citi Field.
Luke Weaver News / New York Mets on SI / February 27
Luke Weaver Sends Clear Message About Mets Role
The New York Mets acquired one of the most versatile pitchers in baseball when they signed Luke Weaver to a two-year, $22 million contract in December of 2025.
Jesse Winker News / Total Pro Sports / February 27
Is This The End For Jesse Winker? Breaking Down The Former Mets Star’s Final Options
The MLB free agency has not been kind to Jesse Winker. The New York Mets signed Winker to a one-year deal after he had a decent run in 2024. The Mets have made several changes to the team, and they stayed away from signing the slugger.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26
Mets’ Marcus Semien makes feelings clear on Francisco Lindor partnership
Three-time All-Star Marcus Semien is starting a new chapter in his MLB career, as he’s about to play in his first season with the New York Mets. The 35-year-old
New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 26
Mets' Top Pitching Prospect Dazzles in First Spring Training Start
While the New York Mets overhauled their lineup this offseason, some questions remain about the expectations for the team's starting pitching staff, even after the acquisition of Freddy Peralta.
Carson Benge News / Athlon Sports / February 26
Carson Benge ROY Candidate for Mets in 2026 Fantasy Baseball?
Players with meteoric rises through the minor leagues are often rushed to their MLB debuts. One such player the Mets plan to occupy RF for most of the season is left-handed hitter Carson Benge.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 26
Nolan McLean showing he's ready for Mets' Opening Day rotation
Nolan McLean is giving the New York Mets plenty of hope for the upcoming season.
Jorge Polanco News / Empire Sports Media / February 26
Mets’ Jorge Polanco is growing comfortable at his new position
The Mets didn’t just lose Pete Alonso. They lost a security blanket, a 40-homer threat, a guy who could flip a game with one angry swing and send Citi Field into orbit.
Colin Poche News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 25
Tigers Sign Colin Poche To Minor League Deal
The Tigers are signing veteran reliever Colin Poche to a minor league contract, as first announced by the training facility Driveline Baseball. Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports that the ISE Baseball client will not receive an invite to big league camp.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 24
Mets legend defends David Stearns over controversial offseason moves
While speaking with reporters on Monday, the Mets legend praised Stearns for the way the executive reshaped the roster.
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