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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26
Joel Embiid takes a shot at Oneil Cruz over his Opening Day blunders
Joel Embiid did not like what he was seeing from his fellow Pennsylvania professional sports athlete.
Freddy Peralta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Freddy Peralta shares astounded reaction to Mets’ Opening Day offense
The New York Mets earned a big 11-7 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Opening Day. It was a solid outing for the club that had starting pitcher Freddy Peralta completely in awe of the offense.
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 26
Biggest Surprises from Mets Opening Day Win
The New York Mets had an impressive showing in their Opening Day win against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The offense came to play, their new ace got the win, and the Mets won their first Opening Day game at home since 2023.
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.
MLB News / Sport Relay / March 26
Mets Rout Pirates on Opening Day 
The New York Mets‘ new look roster strung together an Opening Day 11-7 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates at Citi Field on Thursday. Prospect Carson Benge hit his first major league home run, as Francisco Alvarez hit one out of the park.
Francisco Alvarez News / New York Mets on SI / March 26
Francisco Alvarez Reminded Mets Fans Why They Love Him
For the new-look New York Mets lineup, Opening Day was a dream start to the 2026 season. And for Francisco Alvarez in particular, it was a showcase of his ability to be a real difference maker for the team, both offensively and defensively.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 26
What the Mets' Win on Opening Day Told Us
The New York Mets picked up a resounding win on Opening Day in front of a sold-out crowd at Citi Field. After falling behind 2-0 in the top of the first inning, the Mets ambushed Pittsburgh Pirates starter Paul Skenes with five runs in the bottom half of the inning to chase Skenes out of the game.
MLB News / Total Apex Sports / March 26
New York Mets Powered By Offense In 11-7 Opening Day Win Over Pittsburgh Pirates
There is nothing quite like the electric, unbridled optimism of Opening Day. The smell of stale beer, the crisp late-March air, and the belief that maybe this is the year.
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.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Mets’ Carson Benge joins Darryl Strawberry, David Wright with Opening Day history
The New York Mets and Pittsburgh Pirates clashed in the first matchup of Opening Day. Following the New York Yankees’ 7-0 win over the San Francisco Giants in the Opening Night tilt on Wednesday evening, the Mets were determined to one-up their city rivals.
Carson Benge News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 26
Mets Outfield Prospect Carson Benge Has Signature Moment in MLB Debut
Many baseball players have hit a home run in their first major league game. And now, New York Mets outfielder Carson Benge can add his name to that list.
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / March 26
Mets Add 12-Year Veteran in MLB Free Agency
The New York Mets have added some outfield depth to their roster in the form of an experiment veteran. Former St. Louis Cardinals star outfielder Tommy Pham has been signed to a minor league deal on Thursday.
Freddy Peralta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Mets’ Freddy Peralta pulls off 1st ever successful ABS challenge on Opening Day
On Thursday afternoon, the New York Mets hit the field for the first time in the 2026 MLB regular season at home to begin their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
New York Mets News / 5 GOATs / March 26
‘Hamilton’ star Christopher Jackson messes up national anthem at Mets’ season opener
Christopher Jackson, the Broadway star known for playing George Washington in the musical Hamilton, made an error while singing the national anthem during the New York Mets’ season opener.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
‘Hamilton’ star gets backlash for National Anthem performance on Mets opening day
Hamilton actor Christopher Jackson is making headlines for messing up the lyrics in the National Anthem ahead of the New York Mets opening day. The Mets
Mike Tauchman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Mets OF Mike Tauchman gets injury update amid Opening Day
New York Mets outfielder Mike Tauchman suffered an unfortunate lower-body injury late in spring training. He was forced to undergo surgery to repair a meniscus tear in his left knee on Thursday.
Juan Soto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Juan Soto gets 1st RBI of season as Mets pull away from Pirates
It has been an ugly Opening Day for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the New York Mets. They jumped out to an early 2-0 lead, but a five-run inning from New York in the bottom of the first chased Paul Skenes from the mound after just two outs.
Luis Robert News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Mets’ Luis Robert Jr picks up RBI in first New York Opening Day
The New York Mets got an immediate return on their offseason investment Thursday as Luis Robert Jr. delivered his first RBI in a Mets uniform during Opening Day vs.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 26
Insider Predicts Mets Will Make Blockbuster Trade for All-Star Hurler
With Opening Day now having arrived, New York Mets fans are focused on how their current roster looks and what the club might be able to do to offset the bitter taste in everyone's mouths about how the 2025 campaign ended.
New York Mets News / The Spun / March 26
National Anthem Singer Makes Embarrassing Mistake on Opening Day
The 2026 Major League Baseball season is underway at Citi Field in Queens, New York. It could be going better for the Mets. New York is trailing Pittsburgh, 2-0, following a two-run homer in the top of the first inning.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 26
Tommy Pham could pay dividends for Mets
The 38-year-old Pham had a solid showing with the Pirates in 2025.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 26
Could Mets agree to long-term extension with Freddy Peralta during 2026 season?
During the offseason, the Mets sent the Milwaukee Brewers two top prospects in pitcher Brandon Sproat and infielder/center fielder Jett Williams for Peralta and fellow pitcher Tobias Myers.
David Stearns News / Total Pro Sports / March 26
'I Have Zero Memories' – David Stearns Drops World Series Message For New York Mets
Winning the World Series has been the sole objective for David Stearns since he took over as the president of baseball operations for the New York Mets.
Austin Barnes News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25
Mets Release Austin Barnes
The Mets have released catcher Austin Barnes, reports Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. The veteran backstop signed a minor league deal in late January. It’s the second catcher-related move of the day for New York, as the club also designated Ben Rortvedt for assignment this morning.
New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / March 25
Five Bold Mets Predictions For 2026
If you showed Mets fans the Opening Day roster back in December, it would’ve made them do a double-take. Fans didn’t give David Stearns the chance to build a roster, instantly sharpening their pitchforks for a raid on Citi Field following the departure of Pete Alonso.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 25
Carlos Mendoza compares Mets and Yankees fans, discusses pressure after 2025 collapse
Before the New York Mets hired Carlos Mendoza as their manager in the fall of 2023, he spent the previous four seasons serving as Aaron Boone's bench coach with the New York Yankees.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25
Mets Designate Vidal Bruján, Bryan Hudson, Ben Rortvedt For Assignment
The Mets announced that infielder/outfielder Vidal Bruján, left-hander Bryan Hudson and catcher Ben Rortvedt have been designated for assignment. All three are out of options and had to be bumped off the 40-man roster if not on the active roster.
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