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MLB News / Mets Merized Online / July 18
Game Chat: Reds vs Mets, 7:10 PM 
Friday, July 18, 2025 • 7:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY LHP Nick Lodolo (6-6, 3.38) vs. LHP Sean Manaea (0-1, 2.70) SNY Mets baseball is back! The Mets are half a game out of first place in the NL East and 13 games above .500 to start the second half.
Max Kranick News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18
Max Kranick to undergo Tommy John surgery
Mets reliever Max Kranick is slated to undergo Tommy John surgery, per Newsday’s Laura Albanese. It’ll be the second time he’s undergone Tommy John surgery in the past 37 months.
The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in six minutes?
25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half
It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 18
Mets activate Brooks Raley from IL, DFA Richard Lovelady
For the first time since last April, left-handed reliever Brooks Raley will be available out of the New York Mets’ bullpen. Before Friday’s series opener against the Cincinnati Reds, the Mets announced that Raley had returned from his rehab assignment and was reinstated from the 60-day injured list.
David Peterson News / Mets Merized Online / July 18
David Peterson Is Outpitching the Percentiles
In November 2023, David Peterson underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left hip. The procedure, which was expected to sideline him for the first couple of months of the 2024 season, was a disappointing turn in what had already been a lost year for both Peterson and the Mets.
MLB News / New York Mets on SI / July 18
Insider believes Mets and Phillies could battle for top trade target
Only a half-game separates the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies in the standings coming out of the All-Star break, and the two division rivals could soon find themselves in an arms race.
The 20 greatest MLB managers who never won a World Series
Success in Major League Baseball can be measured in many ways; namely, winning a World Series. As a player, it is truly special. Meanwhile, doing so in the capacity of manager is a significant accomplishment, considering the pressure to succeed.
New York Mets News / LWOSports.com / July 18
The Mets Could Land a Game-Changing Outfielder No One’s Talking About
As the trade deadline nears, many names have popped up as potential blockbusters for the New York Mets. One of the most crucial positions to fill is center field.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 18
Mets seen as best trade landing spot for resurgent southpaw reliever
The New York Mets' bullpen is going to look different in a few weeks. While most of the members who are currently in New York's relief corps will still be there once the July 31 trade deadline passes, there's little doubt that at least one new face will be featured in the bullpen.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / July 18
Mets 2025 First Half Report Card: Bullpen
The New York Mets and a questionable bullpen are a historic pairing, second to maybe a thunderstorm and a Florida summer evening. The Mets entered the season with a few question marks in their relief core, but there was some overall hope that the group would provide enough to help carry the team back to the playoffs.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 18
Can a Baby Met lock down third base in the second half?
As the second half of the season begins, the New York Mets still haven't found their answer at third base. While Mark Vientos, Brett Baty, and Ronny Mauricio have all had opportunities at the hot corner, none have fully seized the everyday role.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / July 18
Your first bi-annual 2025 New York Mets Immaculate Grid legends
The 2025 Mets have brought us a lot of things, and one of them has been the influx of Immaculate Grid legends. Baseball teams rely on a myriad of things to run efficiently and effectively.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / July 18
David Wright reacts to Pete Alonso's HR Derby decision, Mets' HR record pursuit
Mets legend David Wright had a lot of praise for slugger Pete Alonso.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 18
MLB Insider reveals three Mets prospects they're reluctant to trade
With the season resuming Friday and the trade deadline quickly approaching, the New York Mets are preparing for a busy couple of weeks as they weigh their options.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / July 18
Mets kick off second half at home against Reds
The Mets begin an exciting half of baseball as they chase the Phillies for first in the NL East. Following the All-Star Break, the Mets (55-42) return to play with three games against the Reds (50-47) at Citi Field.
Juan Soto News / Fastball on SI / July 18
Juan Soto Continues to Move Up All-Time List in History as Second Half Starts
Entering the second half of the season on Friday, the New York Mets lead the National League East by 0.5 games over the Philadelphia Phillies. After advancing to the National League Championship Series a year ago, the Mets are hoping to get over the hump in 2025 and win the first World Series for the organization since 1986.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 18
New York Mets viewed as 'front runners' for NL Central starter
With starting pitching one of the needs for the New York Mets ahead of the trade deadline, are they the favorites to add this starter to their rotation?
New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 17
New York Mets Agree to Underslot Deal with Very Intriguing First-Round Pick
After taking him with the No. 38 pick in the MLB Draft on Sunday night, the New York Mets have agreed to contract terms with intriguing prospect Mitch Voit.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17
1 fatal flaw New York Mets must address before 2025 MLB trade deadline
The New York Mets are in a good spot as they come out of the All-Star break. The Mets are 55-42 and just a half-game behind the Philadelphia Phillies for first in the National League East.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / July 17
Analyst shares how Juan Soto must improve amid Mets' pursuit of Phillies in NL East race
ESPN's David Schoenfield noted on Thursday how Soto must improve at the plate as the Mets and Phillies seem destined to battle for the NL East throughout the second half.
New York Mets News / LWOSports.com / July 17
The Mets’ Path to October: 5 Blockbuster Trades They Could Make
As the New York Mets go into the All-Star break, the Mets sit just 0.5 games behind the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East. The Mets should consider themselves extremely lucky to be in such a position.
Pete Alonso News / Fastball on SI / July 16
Pete Alonso's Home Run Joined Rare New York Mets History in the All-Star Game
The National League defeated the American League 7-6 on Tuesday night in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Atlanta, Georgia. The National League won thanks to the first-ever "Home Run Derby swing-off," which occurred after the game was tied 6-6 at the end of nine innings.
Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15
Mets’ Pete Alonso wants MLB to implement ‘hockey style’ fighting rules
Major League Baseball is notorious for some instances of batter charging the mound. After close pitches or controversial calls, umpires have had to come in and hand out ejections.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / July 15
Juan Soto's agent offers strong response to All-Star snub
The fact that New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto wasn't selected for the National League All-Star Game roster remained one of the top storylines surrounding the event.
Travis Jankowski News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 14
Veteran outfielder elects free agency
That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment by the Mets last week.
Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / July 14
Mets Star Pete Alonso Addresses MLB Future After $200 Million Report
Last offseason, Pete Alonso signed a two-year, $54 million contract to stay with the New York Mets. Prior to his new deal, the Tampa native spent the first six seasons of his career with the Mets, becoming one of the best first basemen in the majors during that stretch.
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