New York Mets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Carlos Mendoza News / Mets Merized Online / October 15

Phillies Hire Carlos Mendoza As Third Base Coach

At his end-of-year press conference, Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski announced that the team hired former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as its new infield and third base coach for the 2027 season under manager Don Mattingly.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / October 15

Should the Mets Bring Back Kevin Long?

The Phillies fired their hitting coach Kevin Long, who had been with the club since 2022. After leaving the Mets following the 2017 season, he spent four seasons with the Nationals.

Carson Benge News / Mets Merized Online / October 15

2026 Report Card: Carson Benge, OF

Player Data: Age: 23 (1/20/2003) B/T: L/R Primary Stats: 156 G, 654 PA, .282/.346/.430/.776, 168 H, 22 2B, 20 HR, 65 RBI, 86 R, 22 SB, 50 BB, 142 SO Advanced

Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB K-leaders by league' quiz

How many of the league leaders in Ks for both the American and National League since the year 2000 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Single-season rookie K-leaders' quiz

The 'All-time K-leaders by MLB club' quiz

The '2026 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz

MLB News / EssentiallySports / October 15

'Nightmare': Mets’ Freddy Peralta Regret Comes Back to Haunt Them as Steve Cohen Watches the ALCS

We have had some surprise visitors at ALCS games, but no one expected Mets owner Steve Cohen to show up for the Rays-Guardians game. With former Met Freddy Peralta on the mound, this added another layer of spice, but Peralta ended the evening with the last laugh after the Rays beat the Guardians to tie the ALCS at 1-1.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / October 15

Ex-Dodgers & Mets Coach Passes Away at Age 84 After Long Battle With Illness

Affectionately called “my white daddy” by Hall of Famer Pedro Martinez, Guy Conti redefined what a coach means in a player’s life. From helping a player learn English to giving him pitching lessons, Conti’s influence extended far beyond the dugout.

Mike Soroka News / New York Mets on SI / October 14

Why Michael Soroka Makes Too Much Sense for Mets This Offseason

One of the New York Mets' most glaring needs entering the offseason is upgrading their rotation. Adding a frontline starter is the priority, but bringing in another reliable mid-rotation arm should also be high on their list.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / October 14

Torrens, McLean, Benge named NL Gold Glove Award finalists

It’s been 12 years since a Met won a Gold Glove Award, marking the second-longest active drought in the majors. But 2026 may finally bring an end to that streak, as Luis Torrens, Nolan McLean, and Carson Benge were all named finalists for a Gold Glove Award at their respective positions on Wednesday afternoon.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / October 14

Why the Mets' Championship Window May Just Be Opening

For the second consecutive season, the New York Mets failed to live up to their championship aspirations, missing the playoffs once again. The failure to return to October baseball has caused a sense of outrage and frustration among Mets fans.

Carson Benge News / Baseball Now / October 14

Mets' Carson Benge Snubbed As Finalists For End-Of-Season Honor

The Major League Baseball Players Association has revealed finalists for end-of-season honors, and Carson Benge is not a finalist for the Outstanding Rookie Award.

Tarik Skubal News / Baseball Now / October 14

Mets Rookie Pitcher Hopes Team Finds Way To Sign Tarik Skubal

The New York Mets have not made the postseason since signing Juan Soto, and something needs to change. They have been held back by a weak starting rotation, and president of baseball operations David Stearns has already noted that the team needs to add starting pitching.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Freddy Peralta News / Yardbarker / October 14

Freddy Peralta should be even happier he's no longer a Met after win

Freddy Peralta should be even happier he's no longer a Met after leading Rays to win over Guardians in Game 2 of ALCS

Peralta pounded his chest as he exited the mound in his final inning. Consider that an emotional release from a pitcher who was once considered one of Major League Baseball's most underwhelming players.

Jose Ramirez gets the memes for his costly error in ALCS Game 2

Reviewing the Rays, Angels and Reds three-team trade

Yankees icon shares one way Aaron Boone is different than Joe Torre

Mariners may hire new manager away from division rival

The 'MLB annual save leaders' quiz

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The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

The 'Most 100-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

Alec Bohm News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 11

Will Mets swoop in and sign Alec Bohm in free agency?

The New York Mets have at least a few more weeks before they have to officially work on their roster for the 2027 season with the goal of bouncing back from their disastrous 2026 campaign.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / October 10

New York Mets emerge in shocking Giancarlo Stanton trade proposal

Stanton holds a full no-trade clause in his contract, requiring his explicit approval before any move could proceed.

ESPN report clarifies Yankees manager Aaron Boone’s job security after playoff exit

Aaron Judge puts pressure on Yankees after playoff sweep

Yankee fan who interfered with Game 3 home run had interesting reaction

Yankees need to make changes if they want to be world champions again

The 'Most home runs for every MLB team in 2019' quiz

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Mets Share Coaching Changes Ahead of 2027 Season

The New York Mets are already making changes after a disappointing 2026 season, announcing three departures from their Major League coaching staff ahead of 2027.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 7

Mets’ Jeff Albert Not Returning To Coaching Staff In 2027

The Mets announced that director of hitting Jeff Albert and quality assurance coach Danny Barnes will not be on the 2027 coaching staff. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, who first reported the news, suggests it’s possible they’ll find different roles in the organization but are free to pursue other opportunities.

Bo Bichette News / Yardbarker / October 7

Bo Bichette: Mets insider analyzes infielder's opt-out decision

Mets insider analyzes whether Bo Bichette will opt out out of $126M pact

Bichette has a decision to make regarding his future.

Three questions facing the Mets this offseason

The '2025 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / October 4

Three questions facing the Mets this offseason

The New York Mets were hoping to shake off their 2025 second-half collapse and return to the postseason in 2026. Instead, the Mets finished in the NL East basement for the first time since 2003. That leaves plenty of questions as the team looks to get back on track in 2027.

The '2025 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz

Jared Young News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 1

Mets’ Jared Young Expected To Be Ready For 2027 Season

Mets first baseman Jared Young had his 2026 campaign cut short after a nasty collision with Nolan McLean. He was knocked unconscious and had to be stretchered off the field.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28

Mets' Stearns addresses possible regrets about Alonso signing with Orioles

Mets' David Stearns addresses possible regrets about Pete Alonso signing with Orioles

Alonso inked a five-year, $155M deal to join the Orioles in free agency, and he ultimately became the first player in MLB history to lead both the American League and the National League in RBI in separate seasons.

Pete Alonso makes MLB history in first season with Orioles

Bo Bichette, Juan Soto seem to offer hints about major decision that will impact Mets' future

Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto make telling comments about Mets clubhouse after lost season ends

The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / September 28