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Juan Soto Calls Carson Benge ‘Perfect’ for Key Mets Role

Juan Soto Calls Carson Benge ‘Perfect’ for Key Mets Role

The New York Mets might finally be turning their season around. After completing a three-game sweep of the Detroit Tigers with a 9-4 win on Thursday, the Mets have now won seven of their last 10 games.

Juan Soto News / ESPN / May 14

Day after injury scare, Soto homers as Mets roll

Juan Soto returned to the starting lineup and homered Thursday for the injury-riddled New York Mets.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 14
Carson Benge, AJ Ewing get ‘contagious’ label from Mets’ Carlos Mendoza

Carson Benge, AJ Ewing get ‘contagious’ label from Mets’ Carlos Mendoza

The New York Mets watched Carson Benge snap out of a personal slump to start May. Then witnessed AJ Ewing rise from MLB Draft pick to star in Queens, N.Y.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / May 14
Nolan McLean, Juan Soto help Mets sweep tumbling Tigers

Nolan McLean, Juan Soto help Mets sweep tumbling Tigers

Nolan McLean overcame a rough start to toss seven strong innings, lifting the host New York Mets to their first series sweep of the season with a 9-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Thursday.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
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The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 14
MLB completely blew replay review in Tigers-Mets game

MLB completely blew replay review in Tigers-Mets game

Major League Baseball made an inexplicable decision on a replay review in Thursday’s game between the Detroit Tigers and New York Mets. Tigers second baseman Gage Workman tried to take third on a bloop single in the top of the fourth inning of Thursday’s game at Citi Field in New York, N.Y.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / May 14
MLB execs predict if Mets will embrace fire sale before trade deadline

MLB executives predict if Mets will embrace fire sale before trade deadline

The last-place Mets entered Thursday afternoon's home game versus the Detroit Tigers at 17-25 and in the middle of quite the worrisome injury crisis.

Mets' Carlos Mendoza has one A.J. Ewing concern after stellar debut
Mets learn if Juan Soto setback is latest disaster for club amid injury crisis
Mets get worrisome Francisco Lindor injury update
The '2025 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / May 14

Soto returns to Mets lineup, team gives updates on Lindor, Alvarez

Juan Soto is back in the New York Mets lineup for Thursday’s game against the Tigers after exiting Wednesday night’s game with a foot injury.  Soto fouled a pitch off his foot in the third inning of a 3-2 win in extra innings for the Mets.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / May 14
Mets get worrisome Francisco Lindor injury update

Mets get worrisome Francisco Lindor injury update

Manager Carlos Mendoza discussed Lindor's progress.

Mets' Carlos Mendoza has one A.J. Ewing concern after stellar debut
Mets learn if Juan Soto setback is latest disaster for club amid injury crisis
The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 14
Five young NL breakout performers in MLB this season

Five young NL breakout performers in MLB this season

Let's explore five young NL breakout performers who have made memorable impressions this season. 

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski continues dominant run with brilliant start vs. Padres
Inside the NL Central, MLB's best division: Where each team excels, struggles at season's quarter mark
The 'No. 2 MLB Draft pick' quiz
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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
 The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz
 The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz
The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz
 The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz
The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz
 The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / May 14
Mets Reveal Francisco Álvarez Injury Timetable

Mets Reveal Francisco Álvarez Injury Timetable

It's going to be quite some time until the New York Mets get their starting catcher back. Prior to their Thursday afternoon game against the Detroit Tigers, manager Carlos Mendoza revealed that Francisco Álvarez underwent right knee surgery this morning for his torn meniscus and will need at least eight weeks before he makes his return to play.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / May 14

Game Chat: Tigers vs Mets, 1:10 PM

Thursday, May 14, 2026 • 1:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY RHP Keider Montero (2-2, 3.18) vs. RHP Nolan McLean (1-2, 2.78) SNY The Mets have a chance to go for the sweep this afternoon!

Juan Soto News / Field Level Media / May 14
Mets' Juan Soto in Thursday lineup after brief injury scare

Mets' Juan Soto in Thursday lineup after brief injury scare

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto is in the lineup for Thursday afternoon's home game against the Detroit Tigers. He had been considered day-to-day after leaving Wednesday night's game with an ankle issue.

David Stearns News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 14
Mets rumors: Rival execs make trade predictions as David Stearns stays defiant

Mets rumors: Rival execs make trade predictions as David Stearns stays defiant

The New York Mets are running out of time to stop the pressure from building around David Stearns and Steve Cohen. A season that began with championship expectations has quickly turned ugly in Queens.

Mark Vientos News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 14
Mark Vientos falling all over himself on routine grounder perfectly sums up Mets season

Mark Vientos falling all over himself on routine grounder perfectly sums up Mets season

The New York Mets season has been laughable. At 17-25, the Mets are in last place in the NL East, and there are rumors around the future of manager Carlos Mendoza.

Carson Benge News / Mets Merized Online / May 14

Redemption in Queens: Carson Benge Plays Hero

Everyone loves a redemption arc. For outfielder Carson Benge, that entire plot played out over just nine innings. The Mets took on the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday night in game two of a three-game set, looking for their second straight win with Christian Scott on the mound.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 14
Mets ride youth movement into series finale vs. struggling Tigers

Mets ride youth movement into series finale vs. struggling Tigers

The kids are all right -- and they just might be enough to save the New York Mets. Nolan McLean, one of three rookies playing key roles for the Mets, will look to help New York complete a sweep of its three-game interleague series against the visiting Detroit Tigers on Thursday afternoon.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / May 14
Mets learn if Soto setback is latest disaster for club amid injury crisis

Mets learn if Juan Soto setback is latest disaster for club amid injury crisis

Soto exited what became Wednesday's 3-2 10-inning win over the Detroit Tigers in the seventh inning after he fouled a ball off the top of his right foot in the bottom of the third inning.

Mets' Carlos Mendoza has one A.J. Ewing concern after stellar debut
Three MLB teams who could get early jump on trade deadline
Concern levels for five of MLB’s slumping stars
The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz
Mark Vientos News / Total Pro Sports / May 14
Mark Vientos Commits Brutal Blunder In What May Be The Worst Play of His Career

Mark Vientos Commits Brutal Blunder In What May Be The Worst Play of His Career

Mark Vientos enjoyed a breakthrough campaign with the New York Mets in 2024. However, he struggled to make the same impact last year, as his mediocre baserunning and defense also came up to the fore.

New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / May 14
Mets get hosed by umpire Junior Valentine's blunder

Mets get hosed by umpire Junior Valentine's blunder

The New York Mets got Junior Valentine’d during Wednesday’s game. New York played Wednesday against the Detroit Tigers at Citi Fields in Queens, N.Y. In the sixth inning of the contest, Mets third baseman Brett Baty was batting against Detroit starter Framber Valdez.

A.J. Ewing News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13
Mets outfielder A.J. Ewing’s blunt reaction to unforgettable MLB debut will fire up fans

Mets outfielder A.J. Ewing’s blunt reaction to unforgettable MLB debut will fire up fans

The New York Mets received a major spark Tuesday night as top prospect A.J. Ewing delivered an unforgettable MLB debut against the Detroit Tigers at Citi Field.

Francisco Alvarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 13
Mets Place Francisco Alvarez On Injured List Due To Meniscus Tear

Mets Place Francisco Alvarez On Injured List Due To Meniscus Tear

The Mets announced Wednesday that catcher Francisco Alvarez has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a torn meniscus in his right knee. Fellow catcher Hayden Senger has been recalled from Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding move.

A.J. Ewing News / Larry Brown Sports / May 13
Mets prospect makes history in MLB debut

Mets prospect makes history in MLB debut

Desperate for offense, the New York Mets called up top outfield prospect AJ Ewing ahead of their series opener against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.

Francisco Alvarez News / Total Pro Sports / May 13
What Happened To Francisco Alvarez? Latest Update On The Mets Catcher’s Injury

What Happened To Francisco Alvarez? Latest Update On The Mets Catcher’s Injury

The New York Mets just cannot catch a break in their horrendous start to the 2026 campaign. While most of the superstars are struggling to perform close to their potential, the team is also missing some key personnel due to injury.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / May 12
Mets' Francisco Álvarez Exits Game with Knee Injury

Mets' Francisco Álvarez Exits Game with Knee Injury

The New York Mets may have another injury to worry about. Francisco Álvarez exited the Mets' 10-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday due to a right knee injury and will undergo imaging on Wednesday.

Carson Benge News / Just Baseball / May 12
Despite the Slow Start, Carson Benge Can Be the Mets’ Spark

Despite the Slow Start, Carson Benge Can Be the Mets’ Spark

The New York Mets opted to give Carson Benge (Just Baseball No. 11 prospect) a roster spot on Opening Day to begin the 2026 Major League Baseball season.

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