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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / November 1

Mets' First Official Offseason Signing Could Prove to Be Intriguing Chess Piece

Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns made his first signing of the offseason, claiming second baseman Kyren Paris off waivers from the Angels.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

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New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 1

Mets Outright Four Players Off 40-Man Roster

The Mets have outrighted outfielder Cristian Pache, infielder Eric Wagaman, left-hander Philip Abner, and right-hander Cameron Weston off their 40-man roster, MLB.com’s Anthony DiComo reports. This brings New York’s 40-man roster down to 39 players, putting the team in better shape prior to tomorrow’s deadline for 40-man roster compliance.

New York Mets News / New Baseball Media / November 1

What the Mets Should Target in the 2026-27 Offseason

After letting many familiar faces leave last winter, the Mets went on a blitz this past January, bringing in Bo Bichette, Freddy Peralta, and Luis Robert Jr.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / November 1

New Mets Free-Agent Pitching Target Just Became Available

With the MLB offseason now in full swing, the Mets are expected to address several areas that derailed their season. One area they expect to fix in free agency is their pitching staff, which has been disappointing for two straight seasons.

Jerry Koosman News / Field Level Media / November 1

'Miracle' Mets LHP Jerry Koosman dies at 83

Left-hander Jerry Koosman, who helped the New York Mets to their improbable 1969 World Series title, died on Sunday after a battle with multiple illnesses.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / November 1

Mets legend Jerry Koosman passes away at 83

Koosman was a key member and hero of the Mets' 1969 World Series team.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Steve Cohen News / Athlon Sports / November 1

In 2020, Steve Cohen paid $2.4 billion for the New York Mets; the team had sold for just $21.1 million back in 1980

The New York Mets changed hands twice in four decades, with each sale reflecting a different era of baseball ownership. In January 1980, publisher Doubleday & Co.

Vidal Brujan News / Viral Sports News / November 1

New York Mets Lose Infielder to Bitter NL East Rival

The Atlanta Braves added switch-hitting infielder Vidal Brujan on a minor league contract this week, according to transaction records. The 28-year-old will report to Triple-A Gwinnett as a depth option for the organization.

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Francisco Alvarez News / Mets Merized Online / November 1

Alvarez Hits Grand Slam In Winter League Action; Mets Prospects Struggle In AFL Loss

Francisco Alvarez hit a game-winning grand slam in the eighth inning of Venezuelan Winter League action Saturday night. Alvarez went 2-for-5 in the contest with five RBIs.

Dylan Ross News / Amazin' Avenue / November 1

Dylan Ross was cleared for takeoff in 2026 but did not fly

In another world, 2026 was Dylan Ross’ time to shine. The right-hander posted a cumulative 2.17 ERA in 54.0 innings in 2025, allowing 49 hits, walking 33, and striking out 80, with the majority of those innings coming in Triple-A Syracuse.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / November 1

3 Signings I’d Make This Offseason If I Were Mets' President of Baseball Operations

David Stearns has a lot of decisions ahead of him this offseason. He's shown that he isn't afraid to go against the grain and make unpopular moves to further his agenda as president of baseball operations.

New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / November 1

Former New York Mets Infielder Betrays Team for NL East Rival

Vidal Bruján’s brief and mostly quiet tenure with the New York Mets has now formally ended, as the 28-year-old utility man has signed a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves and been assigned to Triple-A Gwinnett, via the MiLB transaction log.

New York Mets News / EssentiallySports / October 31

'Might End Up Being the Best': Mets’ 2026 Disaster Doesn’t Stop a Surprising Prediction About Their Future

The New York Mets ended their disastrous 2026 campaign at the bottom of the NL East, with a 74-88 record. As David Stearns’ roster overhaul failed to bear any fruit, the Mets have their work cut out for them before the 2027 season.

New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / October 30

Mets Immediately Release 4 Players After Disastrous Season

The New York Mets released four minor league players on Thursday, according to the official MiLB transaction log. All four were assigned to the organization’s Dominican Summer League affiliates—DSL Mets Blue or DSL Mets Orange—the lowest rung of the minor league ladder.

New York Mets News / Baseball Now / October 30

Mets Claim Infielder Who Had .981 OPS In Triple-A Last Season Off Waivers

On Thursday, the New York Mets claimed Kyren Paris off waivers and designated Cristian Pache for assignment. Paris was a second-round pick of the Los Angeles Angels in 2019 and made his big-league debut in 2023.

New York Mets News / EssentiallySports / October 30

'Huge Piece for the Mets': $42M Star’s Latest Decision Gives David Stearns a Major Reason to Celebrate

Bo Bichette has chosen to stay with the New York Mets. Bichette will reportedly exercise his $42 million player option and not explore the free-agent market amid the impending lockout and the uncertainty of CBA negotiations.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / October 30

Bo Bichette exercises $42M player option after disappointing season

Bo Bichette exercises $42M player option after disappointing first season with Mets

Bichette was expected to opt into the second year of his Mets contract, and a report Thursday gave more clarity on the situation.

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Braves exercise options on Ronald Acuna Jr., Ozzie Albies

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New York Mets News / Just Baseball / October 29

Mets Report Cards: Grading Every Player After the 2026 Season

One of the most disappointing seasons in the history of the New York Mets is finally complete. It was a season filled with countless disappointments, underperformance, and dysfunction, all contributing to a last-place finish in the National League East.

Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / October 27

Since 2020, Francisco Lindor has helped fund Lindor Hall at his alma mater; his donations to Florida's Montverde Academy now top $1 million

Francisco Lindor has spent much of his baseball career making fans smile. But one of his lasting gifts may be found far from a ballpark. Since 2020, Lindor has donated more than $1 million to Montverde Academy in Florida, the school he attended after leaving Puerto Rico as an eighth grader.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 26

Mets make coaching addition after brutal season

The New York Mets have promoted Mariano Duncan to their coaching staff, appointing him to the newly created role of Major League coach. Duncan, 63, will assist the team’s position players in several areas while also serving as a batting-practice pitcher.