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On YouTubeNew York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / February 23
Nate Lavender is back with the Mets and aiming to get back on the mound in 2026 
It’s not all that common for a relief pitcher in the minors to generate even a moderate level of prospect buzz, but Nave Lavender garnered such attention when we put together our list of the Mets’ top prospects a couple years ago.
Jared Young News / Mets Merized Online / February 23
Jared Young Homers in Mets’ First Spring Training Win
After a quiet showing from an offensive point of view Saturday against the Miami Marlins, the New York Mets flipped the switch Sunday. They hit four home runs in a 6-4 win over the New York Yankees, with the dagger being a three-run shot from JT Schwartz.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 23
Rangers' Brandon Nimmo opens up about Francisco Lindor, alleged clubhouse problems that impacted 2025 Mets
Part of New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns dismantling the core of the club's roster this offseason involved trading Nimmo to the Texas Rangers for second baseman Marcus Semien this past fall.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Ben Rortvedt News / Amazin' Avenue / February 23
Ben Rortvedt provides Opening Day insurance at catcher
When Ben Rortvedt was claimed off waivers by the Mets on Sunday, it wasn’t the first time the catcher joined a New York organization, but it was certainly the quietest.
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.
Marcus Semien News / Empire Sports Media / February 23
Mets manager hints at load management for veteran star Marcus Semien
The funny thing about the Mets trading for Marcus Semien is that this isn’t really about second base. It’s about tone. It’s about credibility. It’s about a front office finally deciding it’s tired of pretending upside alone wins in October.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 23
Brandon Nimmo Sets Record Straight on Francisco Lindor Mets Captain Chatter
In a November 19 live stream on his YouTube channel, former New York Mets reliever Adam Ottavino made a claim about Brandon Nimmo that raised a lot of eyebrows in the baseball community.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / February 23
'I Did Not Shop You Around – David Stearns Drops Realistic Message On Trading Brandon Nimmo
There was major upheaval in the New York Mets clubhouse in the winter after the disastrous end to their 2025 campaign. President of baseball operations, David Stearns, let go several longtime members of the Mets team this offseason.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23
Edwin Diaz responds to Steve Cohen’s shady comments about him
Edwin Diaz is trying to be the bigger person after Steve Cohen’s recent comments about him. The New York Mets owner Cohen went viral earlier this month over some shady remarks that he made about Diaz.
Brandon Nimmo News / New York Mets on SI / February 22
What the Mets Told Brandon Nimmo Before Trade to Rangers
When the New York Mets traded Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers for Marcus Semien earlier this offseason, little did many know that more stunning offseason departures from some franchise cornerstones would ensue.
MLB News / Amazin' Avenue / February 22
Grapefruit Juice: Mets 6, Yankees 4
The ball was flying at George M. Steinbrenner with the Mets blasting four home runs to defeat the Yankees 6-4 in the spring version of the Subway Series.
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.
Mark Vientos News / New York Mets on SI / February 22
Mark Vientos Gets Honest About Potential Role for Mets
Mark Vientos made his spring training debut for the New York Mets on Sunday against the New York Yankees down in Tampa at Steinbrenner Field. Vientos started at first base and went 0-for-3 at the plate, but is hoping for much better results this season after underachieving last year.
Sean Manaea News / New York Mets on SI / February 22
Sean Manaea Improving Mets Chemistry in Unique Way
The biggest and most important job for any baseball player is performing on the field. New York Mets starting pitcher Sean Manaea didn't manage to do that as much as he would have liked during the 2025 season.
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.
Carlos Mendoza News / Last Word On Sports / February 22
Carlos Mendoza ‘Encouraged’ by Mets’ No. 5 Prospect
Spring training isn’t about winning games — it’s about getting players ready for the long, grueling season ahead. It’s also a time for prospects to make impressions on big league coaches and teammates.
Kodai Senga News / Last Word On Sports / February 21
Mets Need a Bounce Back Year from Oft-Injured Starter
Kodai Senga has had an interesting up-and-down career with the New York Mets so far. After having a solid rookie year and being named an All-Star in that same season, he has been hit by the injury bug ever since.
New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / February 21
Inside the Mets’ Five-Way Fight for Right Field
As the New York Mets prepare to play their first spring training game of 2026, one position remains up for grabs: right field. Here’s a look at the options and who is vying for the spot ahead of Opening Day (March 26).
Francisco Lindor News / Empire Sports Media / February 21
Mets star Francisco Lindor takes a small step in injury recovery
The Mets didn’t just lose a shortstop when Francisco Lindor went under the knife on February 11. They lost their metronome, their emotional thermostat, the one guy in that clubhouse who can flip a bad Tuesday into a winning streak by sheer force of personality.
New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / February 20
Juan Soto, Marcus Semien, and Bo Bichette will all be in the lineup for Mets spring opener
Spring training baseball is supposed to ease you in. Soft tosses, light jogs, guys laughing in the outfield grass while February does its thing. But the Mets‘ Grapefruit League opener Saturday against the Miami Marlins?
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / February 20
Mets' Carlos Mendoza Announces Bo Bichette News at Spring Training
The New York Mets made several notable reinforcements to their lineup this offseason, and expectations in Queens have risen because of it. The team’s
Jonah Tong News / Empire Sports Media / February 20
The key to a breakout: Mets’ young star Jonah Tong is working to add a new pitch to his arsenal
The thing about pitching prospects is everyone loves them until it’s time to actually wait for them. Right now the New York Mets don’t have that problem with Jonah Tong.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 20
Three starting pitchers looking to bounce back in 2026
While starting pitchers aren’t quite as volatile as relievers, injuries and underperformance still led many to post tough seasons in 2025.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 19
Mets' Francisco Lindor reacts to Steve Cohen 'never' having a team captain
Cohen recently revealed that the Mets will never have an official captain under his watch. Prior to that pronouncement, Lindor had long been considered the leading candidate to earn the honor if the Mets decided to bestow it.
New York Mets News / Total Pro Sports / February 19
'Least Improved' – Steven Phillips Drops Shocking Prediction For The New York Mets
The New York Mets will start the 2026 campaign with a very different team from their Opening Day roster from last year. They no longer have Pete Alonso, Brandon Nimmo, Jeff McNeil, and Edwin Diaz in the clubhouse.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 19
How Juan Soto could be key to Luis Robert Jr.'s bounce back with Mets
Spring training is here, and Juan Soto’s effect on Luis Robert Jr. is already obvious.
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