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Mets News & Buzz: Francisco Lindor opens up about WBC fiasco; Why David Stearns refused to trade Jonah Tong, more

New York Mets star Francisco Lindor addressed Puerto Rican fans after missing the World Baseball Classic (WBC) due to insurance constraints. Meanwhile, Jonah Tong remains a building block for the future, which is why the organization firmly opposed including him in a trade package.

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Javier Baez's World Baseball Classic marijuana suspension a frustrating development

Detroit Tigers Infielder Javy Baez will not be able to participate in this year's World Baseball Classic due to a failed marijuana test at the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

Yankees re-signing Paul Goldschmidt contradicts Brian Cashman's statement

Tarik Skubal sets precedent in arbitration victory over Tigers

Lefty Framber Valdez's Tigers contract makes history in multiple ways

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani will not pitch for Japan in World Baseball Classic

Emmanuel Clase accused of rigging pitches in dozens of games to help bettors

Francisco Lindor News / Empire Sports Media / February 6

Mets star Francisco Lindor opens up about not participating in World Baseball Classic

The World Baseball Classic rosters dropped Thursday night, and while Citi Field will be well-represented with as many as 17 Mets players, the biggest star in the borough is staying home.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / February 6

An updated look at the Mets’ DH position and bench

With the recent moves made by David Stearns and the Mets, the team’s starting lineup has finally come into focus. As everyone’s positions and roles have

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The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Amazin' Avenue / February 6

Top 25 Mets Prospects for 2026: Peter Kussow (27)

On January 21, 2026, Jett Williams and Brandon Sproat were traded to the Milwaukee Brewers. This list, and their place on it, was compiled back in late-November.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Jonah Tong News / New York Mets on SI / February 6

Mets' Expected Plan for Jonah Tong Revealed

Jonah Tong is slated to be on the outside looking in for the New York Mets' rotation to start the 2026 season. In a February 5 article for The New York

Austin Barnes News / Amazin' Avenue / February 6

Austin Barnes is trying to keep his career going

Heading into a baseball season, you have to think about depth, even when it’s not particularly pleasant to do so. Take the signing of veteran Dodgers’ catcher Austin Barnes for example.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

'He’s Going To Be A Met' – Radio Host Predicts Blockbuster Trade for Expensive Pitcher

Lack of depth in the starting pitching department was one of the biggest issues for the New York Mets last season. The absence of a dominant ace at the top of the rotation proved expensive as injuries ravaged their pitching staff.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 6

Mets' Clay Holmes Shares Opinion of Freddy Peralta

While David Stearns and the rest of the New York Mets’ front office might not want to admit it, they needed to address whatever happened in their clubhouse last season when building their roster this winter.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / February 5

MLB Releases World Baseball Classic Rosters

Nolan McLean vs. Juan Soto with a championship on the line could be coming soon. Major League Baseball released the 30-man rosters of all 20 World Baseball Classic teams Thursday, and 14 Mets (minor leaguers included) will take part in the action set to start March 5 in the Tokyo Dome (March 4 at 10 p.m.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / February 5

Mets News & Buzz: Mark Vientos and Brett Baty generating trade interest; Clay Holmes completes bullpen, more

In the last few hours, two New York Mets young infielders, Brett Batt and Mark Vientos, have been linked to the Pittsburgh Pirates, who are looking for talented sluggers to strengthen their offense.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 5

Ranking the New York Mets' Offseason Moves

The New York Mets have had a busy offseason turning over a third of their roster after failing to make the postseason in 2025. Fan favorites and franchise

Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / February 5

Mets' Francisco Lindor Dealt More Bad News Before World Baseball Classic

The New York Mets have one of the strongest infields in MLB, headlined by the team’s captain Francisco Lindor. Since arriving in Queens prior to the 2021 season via trade from the Cleveland Guardians, Lindor has been exactly as anticipated for the Mets.