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On YouTubeBo Bichette News / Amazin' Avenue / March 23
Bo Bichette, Mets look to turn a marriage of convenience into something special 
Bo Bichette and the Mets were a match that was made for a variety of reasons. Following the departure of Pete Alonso and trade of Brandon Nimmo, the Mets had some open plate appearances to fill in, to say the very least.
Sean Manaea News / Amazin' Avenue / March 23
Sean Manaea looks to bounce back in 2026
Had we written about Sean Manaea’s upcoming season earlier in spring training, the premise would’ve been a bit more straightforward. Coming off a season that saw him spend more time on the injured list than on the mound, Manaea would be looking to be healthy and bounce back from a 2025 season that saw him finish with a 5.64 ERA.
The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
David Peterson News / Mets Merized Online / March 23
Peterson Ends Spring Training On High Note
In the New York Mets’ final spring training game of 2026, David Peterson threw five strong innings in a 4-3 loss against the Miami Marlins. The 2025 All-Star performed well, allowing just one earned run on five hits and one walk across 76 pitches.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Nolan McLean News / New York Mets on SI / March 23
Insider Gives Update on Mets-Nolan McLean Contract Extension Talks
It would appear that the New York Mets have struck gold in Nolan McLean. While there has been a lot of hype around McLean ever since the Mets selected him in the third round of the 2023 MLB Draft, nobody could have imagined how great McLean would be once he made it to the big leagues.
Craig Kimbrel News / Total Pro Sports / March 23
New York Mets Snub Veteran Pitcher Ahead Of Opening Day
The New York Mets acquired Craig Kimbrel on a minor league deal with an invitation to their spring training camp at the start of the year. The Mets took a chance, hoping the 37-year-old right-hander could become a reliable piece in their bullpen.
New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / March 22
Veteran Closer Misses Mets’ Opening Day Roster, One Reliever Spot Remains
Craig Kimbrel has been informed that he will not be making the New York Mets’ opening day roster. As of right now, Kimbrel is deciding whether or not he will stay with the Mets organization after signing in February.
Carson Benge News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 22
Mets' Carson Benge Shares Mindset With Opening Day Decision Looming
The New York Mets massively revamped their lineup heading into the 2026 season. But one question that remains is whether the team's top position player prospect will be on the Opening Day roster.
MLB News / Amazin' Avenue / March 22
Marlins 4, Mets 3: Walked off
The Mets lost their final spring training game 4-3, holding the lead from the fourth inning until the Marlins scored two runs in the ninth to win the game.
Mike Tauchman News / Last Word On Sports / March 22
Internal or External: How Mets Can Replace Injured Mike Tauchman
An injury of any sort hurts—both physically and in the immediate ripple effects it creates, something the Mets are now dealing with following Mike Tauchman’s setback.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Craig Kimbrel News / Field Level Media / March 22
Mets inform RHP Craig Kimbrel that he didn't make Opening Day roster
The New York Mets informed right-handed reliever Craig Kimbrel that he didn't make the team's Opening Day roster, manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters Sunday.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22
Craig Kimbrel Won’t Make Mets’ Roster
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza told the media (including SNY TV) that veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel was told that he won’t be breaking camp with the team.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 22
Why the Mets must retire Gary Carter’s No. 8
Modern-day baseball is largely spoken about through the lens of achievements and statistics. It has never been easier to receive data on how a player has performed or how one team stacks up against another.
Carlos Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / March 22
Carlos Mendoza Shares Unfortunate Injury Update at Mets Spring Training
New York Mets Manager Carlos Mendoza announced on Sunday that outfielder Mike Tauchman has a torn meniscus that will require surgery, according to Max Goodman of NJ.com.
MLB News / Field Level Media / March 22
Mets OF Mike Tauchman's injury opens spot for top prospect Carson Benge
New York Mets outfielder Mike Tauchman, who was plagued by knee issues last season with the Chicago White Sox, suffered another knee injury that will put him on the shelf.
Craig Kimbrel News / New York Mets on SI / March 22
Mets Make Decision on Craig Kimbrel
Craig Kimbrel will not be a part of the New York Mets' bullpen plans to start the season. The Mets have informed Kimbrel that he will not be on the Opening Day roster when the ball club heads north to Flushing to face the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 22
Key Mets outfielder’s knee injury will require surgery
The New York Mets are now under a week away until they kick off their 2026 MLB regular season. The Mets have had a mixed bag of an offseason, and are currently wrapping up their spring training slate as they look to bounce back after missing the playoffs altogether in 2025.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 21
Mets, Freddy Peralta “Highly Unlikely” To Agree To Extension Before Opening Day
Back in the first week of March, Freddy Peralta and the Mets hadn’t yet begun any real discussions about a possible contract extension, and Peralta said
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / March 21
Mets demote their former ace pitcher to the bullpen
The New York Mets have selected the odd man out of their pitching staff for the 2026 season. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza revealed to reporters on Saturday that veteran left-hander Sean Manaea will begin the year in the bullpen, per Jorge Castillo of ESPN.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 21
3 reasons why Mets won’t win 2026 World Series
After missing the 2025 postseason, the New York Mets made a number of moves this past offseason. Losing Pete Alonso in free agency was far from ideal, but New York added Freddy Peralta, Bo Bichette, Luis Robert Jr., Marcus Semien and other impactful players.
Bryan Hudson News / Empire Sports Media / March 20
Bryan Hudson might have pitched himself off the Mets’ Opening Day roster
With Opening Day just a week away, the air around Citi Field should be filled with the scent of fresh grass and optimism. Instead, there is a distinct whiff of anxiety wavering from the bullpen gate.
New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 20
Mets' Top Prospect Reportedly Expected to Make Opening Day Roster
One of the New York Mets' top prospects is set to be a part of the team's Opening Day roster, at least according to one well-known MLB insider. Joel Sherman
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 20
Mets, Freddy Peralta seem to have understanding about possibly signing extension before Opening Day
Not long after the New York Mets acquired Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers earlier this offseason, the 29-year-old who is set to reach free agency after the 2026 season wraps up suggested he could be open to signing an extension with the club before Opening Day.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 20
Nolan McLean nearly had Mets' Carlos Mendoza 'jumping off the couch' during WBC final
Before New York Mets prospect and potential future ace Nolan McLean started for Team USA versus Venezuela in the final of the World Baseball Classic this
Carlos Mendoza News / Yardbarker / March 20
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza made World Series promise to Howie Rose after retirement announcement
New York Mets fans were saddened to learn on Thursday morning that Rose will retire from calling Mets games after the 2026 season comes to an end.
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