New York Mets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Devin Williams News / Yardbarker / December 1

Mets begin rebuild of bullpen by signing Devin Williams

The New York Mets needed to rebuild their bullpen this offseason. That process began Monday night.

Details emerge on Francisco Lindor's alleged incident with Mets teammate

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

Cal Raleigh News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

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Steve Cohen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 1

Steve Cohen scores huge win to build casino in Flushing

The New York Mets face a pivotal offseason after failing to reach the playoffs in a disappointing 2025 campaign. The Mets have big free agency ambitions once again this winter as billionaire owner Steve Cohen remains supportive of the team’s spending.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

MLB News / New York Mets on SI / December 1

Mets looking at Astros outfielder as potential trade target

As the New York Mets look to reshape their outfield after trading Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers, could this center fielder be a potential fit? In

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

Why Mets could add fewer starting pitchers than expected

The New York Mets' starting rotation was their single biggest point of failure in 2025, with the group's lack of innings and production leading to a significant trickle down effect on the rest of the roster.

Pete Alonso News / New York Mets on SI / December 1

New York Mets in the mix for potential Pete Alonso replacement

The New York Mets have made one big move already this offseason and are hard at work trying to find some power production for the middle of their lineup.

New York Mets News / Action Network / December 1

NYC’s Casino Dream Nears Reality with Gaming Board’s Final Picks

The New York Gaming Facility Location Board recommended all three finalists from New York City for casino licenses on Monday. The New York Gaming Facility Location Board gathered at the City University of New York’s Graduate Center in Manhattan to issue its recommendations to the state’s gaming commission.

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.

Steve Cohen News / Mets Merized Online / December 1

Metropolitan Park Project Gets Gaming License Recommendation

Steve Cohen is going to build it. He hopes many will come. On Monday, the New York State Gambling Facility Location Board met at the Proshansky Auditorium at CUNY Graduate Center in Midtown Manhattan to vote on who would be granted gambling licenses.

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MLB News / New York Mets on SI / December 1

Mets named 'perfect match' for Yankees' star slugger in free agency

The New York Mets are one of the teams that have been active so far this winter, but there is still plenty of work to do. Early in the offseason, the Mets made a shocking trade with the Texas Rangers that sent long-time outfielder Brandon Nimmo to the Rangers in exchange for second baseman Marcus Semien.

Jared Young News / Amazin' Avenue / December 1

Jared Young has more in the tank

Last December, the Mets’ 1B/DH situation was in flux. Pete Alonso was a free agent and demanding far more than the Mets were seemingly willing to pay him.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / November 30

EXCLUSIVE: Mets Prospect Brett Banks Talks Development, Goals, and What’s Next

Every year, a few under-the-radar MLB draft picks force their way into relevance. New York Mets pitching prospect Brett Banks is one of them. Drafted in the 11th round in 2023 out of UNC Wilmington, the right-hander has turned himself into a pitcher worth watching.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 30

Kodai Senga prefers to remain with Mets in 2026

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga has indicated to the club that he would prefer to remain in Queens for next season rather than be traded elsewhere this winter, according to a report from Will Sammon of The Athletic.

Orioles hope veteran closer can return to All-Star form with recent signing

Baltimore could make up for recent lackluster offseasons by doing this

Yankees identify backup plan for OF

Hal Steinbrenner’s comments on profits point to a larger issue for New York

Where do Red Sox stand with their budget heading into offseason?

New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / November 30

Mets Seen as Landing Spot for All-Star on 4-Year Mega Deal

The New York Mets’ 2025 season ended in frustration. Despite an aggressive and highly praised winter spending spree, the club fell short of October and now heads into another critical offseason facing the potential departure of multiple cornerstone pieces.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 30

The next trade Mets must make after blockbuster Marcus Semien-Brandon Nimmo deal

The New York Mets sent shockwaves through baseball when they shipped Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers for Gold Glove second baseman Marcus Semien on November 24.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 29

Orioles hope veteran closer can return to All-Star form with recent signing

He a two-time All-Star who has saved 105 games to the tune of a 2.96 ERA over seven seasons, but he's coming off a rough Mets stint.

Orioles could make up for recent lackluster offseasons by doing this

Yankees reportedly identify backup plan for their outfield

Hal Steinbrenner’s comments on Yankees’ profits point to a larger issue

Update emerges about Brewers' extension talks with Jacob Misiorowski

Details emerge on Francisco Lindor's alleged incident with Mets teammate

Under-the-radar trade chips for Red Sox

New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / November 29

Report: Francisco Lindor had incident with Mets teammate

Details emerge on Francisco Lindor's alleged incident with Mets teammate

Mr. Smile apparently wasn’t smiling too much about one of his teammates last season.

Pete Alonso linked to an AL contender in free agency

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The 'MLB 30-30 seasons' quiz

Framber Valdez News / Total Apex Sports / November 28

New York Mets Are Favorites To Sign Framber Valdez To $200 Million Deal

The New York Mets’ biggest need this offseason is adding proven arms to their starting rotation. David Stearns tried to piece together a bunch of veteran players and not pay a starting pitcher much money, which came back to haunt the team in a huge way.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / November 28

Pete Alonso linked to an AL contender in free agency

Pete Alonso may have an intriguing opportunity just a couple hundred miles northeast.

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2026

The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

New York Mets News / Total Apex Sports / November 27

Is Robert Suárez the Mets’ Secret Weapon or Just Another Bullpen Gamble?

The MLB offseason is in full swing, and if you listen closely, you can hear the collective groan of Mets fans everywhere. As the Edwin Díaz saga drags on, the front office is doing what it does best: window shopping for high-end relief pitchers.

New York Mets News / Just Baseball / November 26

Trading Brandon Nimmo Unlocked Options for David Stearns’ Mets

“We believed and still believe that we have to be open to anything.” David Stearns has put the league on notice: the New York Mets are open for business.

Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / November 26

Mets' Francisco Lindor Announces Move Outside MLB on Wednesday

The New York Mets are hoping for a bounce-back year in 2026 after failing to reach the MLB postseason. Despite a disappointing season that unraveled after the All-Star break, the club still has the core in place to contend if the roster is properly retooled, led by shortstop Francisco Lindor.