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On YouTubeNew 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.
Nolan McLean News / Last Word On Sports / February 26
Nolan McLean Dominates Mets Spring Debut Before WBC
Nolan McLean picked up right where he left off. After emerging as a late-season spark in 2025 and helping keep the Mets afloat down the stretch, McLean entered 2026 with expectations of fronting the rotation.
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?
Jorge Polanco News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26
Mets’ Jorge Polanco drops status update on transition to first base
The New York Mets are closely monitoring Jorge Polanco’s transition to first base as spring training unfolds in Port St. Lucie, Florida. After reshaping their infield this offseason, the club is counting on the veteran switch-hitter to step into a new defensive role.
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.
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.
Freddy Peralta News / New York Mets on SI / February 26
Mets' Freddy Peralta Addresses Decision to Skip World Baseball Classic
New York Mets fans can't wait to see what new ace Freddy Peralta will bring to the table for the team during the 2026 season. Mets President of Baseball Operations acquired Peralta (and right-handed reliever Tobias Myers) from the Milwaukee Brewers last month in exchange for top prospects Brandon Sproat and Jett Williams.
Joe Ryan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26
Mets’ perfect trade offer for Twins’ Joe Ryan
While the New York Mets and Juan Soto can strike fear in other teams with their lineup, their rotation may not be up to the same speed. That means adding an arm.
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.
Nolan McLean 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.
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / February 26
Mets' Unexpected Decision Could Change Everything
The New York Mets losing Pete Alonso to the Baltimore Orioles in MLB free agency was one of several big roster changes in Queens this offseason. Just one day prior to Alonso's agreement with Baltimore, longtime Mets closer Edwin Diaz signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / February 26
‘I Hate Striking Out’: Mets’ Top Position Prospect’s Mentality Stands Out
Just a day after Mike Tauchman blasted a three-run home run in his first at-bat — who is among the top options to start in right field on Opening Day — Mets’ top position prospect Carson Benge responded in a very positive way.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 26
Mark Francesa Warns Mets About Making 'Disaster' Mistake With Mark Vientos
The New York Mets' position player with the most uncertainty heading into the 2026 season is probably Mark Vientos. At this time a year ago, the expectation was that New York had a star on its hands with the 26-year-old Vientos.
MLB News / Mets Merized Online / February 26
Spring Training Game Chat: Mets vs Astros 
Thursday, February 25, 2026 • 1:05 PM CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches • West Palm Beach, FL RHP Nolan McLean (0-0, -.–) vs. RHP Tatsuya Imai (0-0, -.–) WHSQ 880AM It’s Nolan McLean Day!
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26
Mets facing 1 huge question before Opening Day
It was a productive season for the New York Mets after they signed Bo Bichette to a contract that gives them one of the game’s best hitters. Then, the Mets traded for Freddy Peralta to bolster their rotation.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26
The whacky Mets star prospect who once chugged almost 1,000 raw eggs in a month to increase velocity
When it comes to the New York Mets’ bullpen, all eyes will be on new signees Devin Williams and Luke Weaver. However, there is another relief pitcher that will be drawing plenty of attention.
Freddy Peralta News / Mets Merized Online / February 26
Statcast Breakdown: Freddy Peralta
I come from Italian heritage, so it’s sacrilege that I haven’t incorporated food into my baseball analysis. That changes here. I’ve begun to think of an-bat as one of my favorite pastimes: cooking a homegrown meal.
MJ Melendez News / Amazin' Avenue / February 26
MJ Melendez will look to get his career back on track in Queens
MJ Melendez, once upon a time, was a top prospect in the game of baseball. The now 27 year old was a 2017 second round pick (52nd overall) by the Kansas City Royals out of high school, and ascended through the minor leagues rather quickly.
Jonah Tong News / Mets Merized Online / February 26
Tong Displays New Cutter in Spring Debut
Most young pitchers fighting for a rotation spot wouldn’t gamble on a brand new weapon in their first spring training start. They’d workshop it quietly on the back fields, polish the edges, and sneak it into games only when it felt airtight.
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.
Francisco Lindor News / Empire Sports Media / February 25
Mets insider shares positive Francisco Lindor update
There’s a certain brand of panic that only Mets fans can manufacture, and it showed up right on cue the moment Francisco Lindor went under the knife. Hamate bone surgery in February?
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 25
Darryl Strawberry clarifies controversial comments about Pete Alonso leaving Mets for Orioles
New York Mets legend Darryl Strawberry generated headlines and sparked some discussions on local sports-talk radio programs when he recently said he believed first baseman Pete Alonso will one day "regret" leaving the Mets.
New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / February 25
Manager Carlos Mendoza ‘encouraged’ by Kodai Senga and his increased velocity
The funny thing about pitching is everyone obsesses over the elbow. The UCL, the torque, the innings count. Meanwhile, a muscle in the back of your leg can wreck an entire season, and that’s exactly what happened to Kodai Senga.
Ronny Mauricio News / Last Word On Sports / February 24
What to Expect From Ronny Mauricio in 2026
Ronny Mauricio, the former Mets top prospect, has yet to make a lasting impact on the major league roster. After his official debut in 2023, Mauricio was expected to take a leap into an everyday role in 2024.
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.
New York Mets News / Just Baseball / February 22
Top Five Mets Spring Training Storylines To Watch
Now that the New York Mets’ offseason is presumably over from a player-acquisition standpoint, it is time to turn our attention to how the roster will shake out during spring training.
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