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Mets star Juan Soto (back) returns to action as DH vs. Cubs

Juan Soto of the Mets was back in the starting lineup on Thursday night for New York's finale of a four-game series against the visiting Chicago Cubs. Soto is batting third and serving as the designated hitter.

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Hoyer: Urgency for Peterson trade amid injuries

The Cubs acquired veteran left-hander David Peterson from the Mets for a simple reason: They need healthy starting pitchers.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 25

Mets' dismal record without Juan Soto proves his value

As one of the best hitters in the majors, outfielder Juan Soto would be sorely missed in any lineup. That has proved particularly true with the New York Mets.

Mets make big Kodai Senga decision

Mets sound like broken team as potential fire sale begins

Cubs bolster rotation by acquiring Mets' David Peterson

The 'MLB active HR leaders' quiz

Cam Schlittler News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

The 'MLB playoff debut strikeouts leaders' quiz

The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

What Carlos Mendoza said after Mets-Cubs David Peterson trade

The New York Mets traded David Peterson to the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday. In all reality, the trade made sense. Peterson has struggled and is clearly in need of a fresh start, while the Cubs’ pitching has been decimated by injuries and they were in need of a hurler.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / June 25

Mets place Marcus Semien (hip) on IL, recall Ronny Mauricio

The New York Mets placed second baseman Marcus Semien on the 10-day injured list Thursday with a left hip flexor strain. Semien played in both games of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Chicago Cubs and committed two of the team's six errors in the second contest.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

Mets’ Juan Soto hoping to avoid IL after Marcus Semien’s injury

On Thursday, the New York Mets were forced to put infielder Marcus Semien on the injured list. Outfielder Juan Soto is hoping he doesn’t have to join him.

Marcus Semien News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 25

Mets Place Marcus Semien On Injured List

The Mets announced that infielder Marcus Semien has been placed on the ten-day injured list with a left hip flexor strain. Infielder Ronny Mauricio has been recalled to take his place on the roster.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / June 25

Zach Thornton Joins Rotation, Semien Hits IL

Following the David Peterson trade, Zach Thornton is expected to be called up to join the rotation on Thursday. Thornton has a 4.25 ERA and 1.42 WHIP in 55 minor league innings this year.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Pete Alonso News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

How social media responded to Mets fans’ ‘Pete Alonso’ chants

As the New York Mets lost to the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday, 10-5, it marked the team’s fifth straight loss in what has been a frustrating season for the ball club.

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The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

Bo Bichette News / New York Mets on SI / June 25

Trade or Keep: Analyzing Bo Bichette's Outlook With the Mets Before the Deadline

The Mets signed infielder Bo Bichette to a hefty three-year, $126 million contract with opt-outs after every season back in January, bringing him in to be at the heart of an offensive overhaul.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

The warning Ken Rosenthal just sent complaining Mets fans

The New York Mets have been on the struggle bus recently (and really throughout the entire season), surrendering 10 runs in two straight games against the Chicago Cubs to drop their record to 34-46 on the 2026 MLB season.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Mets to Recall Top Prospect Starter

The New York Mets' retooling of their starting rotation will feature one of their young arms returning to the major leagues. It was first reported by Will Sammon of The Athletic that the Mets are recalling Zach Thornton from Triple-A Syracuse and plan to have him start on Friday against the Philadelphia Phillies.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

How Mets will address rotation after David Peterson trade, Kodai Senga demotion

The New York Mets are moving into a reset after a dramatic sequence of roster decisions reshaped a rotation that has struggled to hold the season together.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Five Mets Who Could Potentially Be Traded

The first trade domino fell for the New York Mets late last night. Despite it being six weeks until the MLB trade deadline, the Mets traded their longest-tenured player, David Peterson, to the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday in exchange for top prospect Cole Mathis.

David Peterson News / Sport Relay / June 25

Mets Trade David Peterson to Cubs

In a one-for-one trade, the New York Mets sent lefty David Peterson to the Chicago Cubs for prospect Cole Mathis on Wednesday night, as first reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 25

Mets rumors: How Mets could shock MLB world at trade deadline

It has not been a good season for the New York Mets, as they continue to struggle with a 34-46 record while sitting in last place in the NL East. Because of that, many expect them to sell at the MLB trade deadline.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 25

MLB insider expands on Mets' fire-sale mindset after Peterson trade

MLB insider expands on Mets' fire-sale mindset after trading David Peterson to Cubs

Understandably, New York Mets fans assumed that the team's trade of struggling left-handed starting pitcher David Peterson to the Chicago Cubs for infield prospect Cole Mathis late Wednesday night signaled the start of a fire sale that pessimistic Mets fans have been expecting for weeks, if not longer.

After huge day, Cubs pursue season sweep of woebegone Mets

Cubs bolster rotation by acquiring Mets David Peterson

Mets sound like broken team as potential fire sale begins

The 'Active 100-RBI MLB seasons' quiz

Kodai Senga News / New York Mets on SI / June 25

Kodai Senga Is Confirming Mets' Worst Fears 3 Months Into the Season

Just two seasons ago, Mets starter Kodai Senga was a rookie arm taking the sport by storm, finishing seventh in Cy Young voting and second in National League Rookie of the Year voting.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 25

Mets sound like broken team as potential fire sale begins

The Mets lost both games of a doubleheader Wednesday as their season continues to spiral.

What does Francisco Lindor’s return mean for Bo Bichette?

Mets make big Kodai Senga decision

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

Pete Alonso News / Larry Brown Sports / June 25

Mets fans bust out harsh two-word chant during team's awful six-error game

New York Mets fans are really going through it right now.

Carlos Mendoza had strong words after Kodai Senga’s ugly start

Mets make big Kodai Senga decision

The '1969 Miracle Mets' quiz

Zack Short News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24

Mets Designate Zack Short For Assignment

Between games of today’s doubleheader, the Mets reinstated shortstop Francisco Lindor from the ten-day injured list. In a corresponding move, infielder Zack Short was designated for assignment.

Francisco Lindor News / Field Level Media / June 24

Mets activate SS Francisco Lindor for Game 2 vs. Cubs

For the first time in two months, Francisco Lindor is expected to be in the Mets' lineup on Wednesday. Lindor was activated from the injured list to make his return after missing more than two months with a strained left calf.

New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24

Carlos Mendoza had strong words after Kodai Senga’s ugly start

Kodai Senga has to figure it out before the New York Mets completely lose patience with him. The 33-year-old right-hander had another horrid start on Monday, when he was smacked around by the Chicago Cubs in a 9-6 Mets loss at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.

Juan Soto News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24

Juan Soto leaves game with concerning injury

New York Mets star Juan Soto left Tuesday’s contest early due to injury. Soto was removed from left field to start the 5th inning of the Mets’ night game against the Chicago Cubs at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.

Francisco Lindor News / Total Apex Sports / June 23

Francisco Lindor Nearing Return as Mets Prepare for Major Lineup Boost

The New York Mets may finally be getting the spark they’ve been missing for most of the 2026 season. After months without star shortstop Francisco Lindor, the team is closing in on his long‑awaited return.