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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 / 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 / New York Mets on SI / October 31

The Mets' Biggest Free-Agent Decision Is About More Than One Player

This offseason isn't just about improving a New York Mets roster that somehow finished nine games worse than the previous year. It's also about defining the direction of the organization.

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MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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MJ Melendez News / Amazin' Avenue / October 31

MJ Melendez was a microcosm of the offseason

Signing MJ Melendez was a very interesting idea that simply was relied upon a little too much for the Mets; which was very much a microcosm of the offseason David Stearns had prior to the 2026 season.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Daniel Duarte News / Amazin' Avenue / October 31

Daniel Duarte turned his career around in 2026

Things were looking pretty bleak for Daniel Duarte in the spring of 2024. He battled his way onto the Minnesota Twins roster before an elbow injury sidelined him for the rest of ’24 and all of 2025.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / October 31

3 Low-Cost Trade Targets Mets Must Aggressively Pursue This Offseason

The New York Mets should have high ambitions entering this offseason after failing to make the playoffs for the second consecutive year. While this free-agent class isn't as packed with high-end talent as previous offseasons, there are a few premium options New York should be aggressively pursuing.

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.

Bo Bichette News / ESPN / October 30

Source: Bichette to exercise $42M option to stay with Mets

Bo Bichette will exercise his $42 million player option to remain with the New York Mets next season, a source confirmed to ESPN on Friday.

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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.

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.

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / October 30

Mets Dream Offseason: 5 Moves That Would Change Everything

After missing the playoffs for the second consecutive season, the New York Mets enter a pivotal offseason for the franchise. This winter isn't just about improving a roster that somehow finished nine games worse than the previous year, but also about changing the organization's direction.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / October 30

Back in Stock: Robert’s return was quietly one of the Mets’ best stories of 2026

36-year-old Robert Stock had last pitched for the Mets on July 20, 2021, in Cincinnati. James McCann was behind the plate, calling the signs in a pre-pitchcom world.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / October 30

The Mets’ 40-Man Roster Heading into Offseason

With the MLB offseason officially underway, let’s take a look at the state of the New York Mets’ 40-man roster before they head into an important short-term and long-term decision making stretch.

Bo Bichette News / Baseball Now / October 30

Bo Bichette Reportedly Returning To Mets On $42 Million Option

Last offseason, the New York Mets signed Bo Bichette to a three-year, $126 million deal. The deal included player options of $42 million for 2027 and 2028.

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.

Padres' Michael King declines player option, set to become free agent

Matthew Boyd, Clay Holmes decline options, set to become free agents

Braves exercise options on Ronald Acuna Jr., Ozzie Albies

Brandon Lowe's left-handed power at 2B makes him ideal candidate for Blue Jays

Did Yankees retain Aaron Boone because he takes 'punches' for players?

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.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / October 26