New York Mets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Freddy Peralta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 21

Mets still targeting Freddy Peralta trade, but what about other options?

The New York Mets have massively shaken up their roster entering the 2026 season, most recently signing infielder Bo Bichette. Still, the Mets aren’t done making major offseason adjustments.

Bo Bichette News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 21

Why Bo Bichette was ‘open’ to surprising third base move

The New York Mets have had an interesting past few days, but in the end, they should be happy that everything worked out in their favor. After striking out on Kyle Tucker at the last minute, the Mets were able to bounce back and get another big free agent signing instead, as Bo Bichette agreed to a three-year, $126 million deal with the team.

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New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / January 21

Mets Sign Reliever Luis García

The New York Mets have signed reliever Luis García to a one-year $1.75 million contract with $1.25 million in incentives. Joel Sherman of the New York Post had the signing first and Bob Nightengale of USA Today had the contract details first.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 21

Mets To Sign Luis García

The Mets and veteran right-handed reliever Luis García are in agreement on a contract, reports Joel Sherman of the New York Post. It’s a one-year, $1.75MM major league deal that can be worth up to $3MM after incentives, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / January 21

The Mets formally introduce Bo Bichette

At Citi Field this afternoon, the Mets formally introduced their new third baseman, Bo Bichette, to the media. Donning a #19 jersey, Bichette addressed the media alongside Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns and two of Bichette’s representatives.

Luis Robert News / New York Mets on SI / January 21

Analysts Point to Key Flaw in Mets' Luis Robert Jr. Trade

The New York Mets completed a trade for former Chicago White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr. on January 20. The White Sox received Mets infielder Luisangel Acuña and prospect Truman Pauley in return.

Nolan McLean News / Mets Merized Online / January 21

McLean Leads Six Mets Prospects in Baseball America’s Top 100

On Wednesday January 21, 2026, Baseball America released their updated top-100 prospect rankings. Six Mets sit in these top 100: 8th – Starting Pitcher, Nolan McLean 19th – Outfielder, Carson Benge 44th – Starting Pitcher, Jonah Tong 71st – Shortstop, Jett Williams 81st – Starting Pitcher, Brandon Sproat 83rd – Outfielder, A.J.

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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 / Empire Sports Media / January 21

Mets refuse to include Jonah Tong in package for Freddy Peralta

The number that matters most is not the prospect count the New York Mets shipped out on Tuesday. It is the one they just filled. Center field. By moving Luisangel Acuña and a pitching prospect to the White Sox for Luis Robert Jr., the Mets finally solved a problem they have been circling for months.

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 21

What’s Next for the Mets After Adding Luis Robert Jr.

The outfield was a big area of need for the New York Mets entering the week as they had just three on their 40-man roster: Juan Soto, Tyrone Taylor and prospect Nick Morabito, who has never had a big league at-bat.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / January 21

Top 25 Mets Prospects for 2026: Mitch Voit (11)

Milwaukee native Mitch Voit attended Whitefish Bay High School in the eponymous Whitefish Bay, a suburb of Milwaukee. Hoping to one day follow in the footsteps

MLB News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Luis Robert Jr Fantasy Impact Mets Trade 2026

The offseason has been a mixed bag for the New York Mets. They clearly lost more than they gained. Big losses of their closer, Edwin Diaz, and the heart of the team in the Polar Bear, Pete Alonso have made the fans not quite understand what David Stearns is trying to accomplish.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 21

Why David Wright's Hall of Fame Chances are Improving

The New York Mets had reason to celebrate on Tuesday night when Carlos Beltran was finally elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Beltran, who spent nearly seven years of his career with the Mets and is currently working in the organization, wasn't the only former Met to get good news from the vote.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / January 21

Stay or Go? The future of Vientos, Baty, and Mauricio

It’s been an offseason of shocking, sobering change for the New York Mets. But as the comforting sight of pitchers and catchers reporting to Spring Training

Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / January 21

'Raging' MLB owners sound ready for lockout after Dodgers, Kyle Tucker deal

Is a work stoppage in MLB inevitable at this point?

Mets still eyeing upgrades after signing Bo Bichette

Mets find outfield upgrade in late-night trade for Luis Robert Jr.

Phillies president on being unable to land Bo Bichette: 'It's a gut punch'

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Luis Robert News / Larry Brown Sports / January 21

Mets land former All-Star outfielder in trade

The New York Mets are rolling the dice on former All-Star outfielder Luis Robert Jr. Several reporters confirmed on Tuesday that the Mets have agreed to a trade with the Chicago White Sox for Robert in exchange for infielder Luisangel Acuña and minor-league pitcher Truman Pauley.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 21

Mets find outfield upgrade in late-night trade for Luis Robert Jr.

Robert fits the Mets' stated goal of improving their run prevention as he saved five runs defensively in center in 2025 and is a former Gold Glove winner.

Report: Cody Bellinger is choosing from four teams

Phillies president on being unable to land Bo Bichette: 'It's a gut punch'

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New York Mets News / Total Apex Sports / January 21

The New York Mets Still Have a Bunch Of Work To Do This Offseason

It has been an absolute roller coaster of an offseason for the New York Mets. They started by losing their top players, Edwin Diaz and Pete Alonso, but in the last few weeks, they’ve added a ton of talent to their roster.

Cody Bellinger News / Larry Brown Sports / January 21

Report: Cody Bellinger is choosing from four teams

The Cody Bellinger sweepstakes appear to be down to a Final Four.

Yankees reportedly backing away from Cody Bellinger bidding war

Yankees tweak latest offer to try to end Cody Bellinger saga

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Carlos Beltran News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 20

Mets legend David Wright reacts to ex-teammate Carlos Beltran earning Hall of Fame honor

Carlos Beltran’s long journey to Cooperstown reached its final destination this week, and one of the first voices to publicly celebrate the moment came from a familiar place in Mets history.

MLB News / Just Baseball / January 20

Playing GM: 3 Moves To Complete the Cleveland Guardians’ Roster for 2026

For three of the last four seasons, the Cleveland Guardians have been crowned champions of the AL Central. Their most recent title might arguably have been their most impressive.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / January 19