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MLB News / Yardbarker / February 18
MLB insiders rip Mets for letting Pete Alonso leave
A recent survey of people in baseball didn't paint an encouraging picture of the Mets' decision to let Alonso walk.
Ryan Clifford News / Amazin' Avenue / February 18
Ryan Clifford, first baseman of the future? 
Heading in to 2025, we were generally very down on Ryan Clifford. The top-line results and power production were decent, sure, but striking out nearly 30% of the time with a very passive approach is not a good sign for long-term major league production.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / February 18
2026 Mets Positional Outlook: Starting Pitchers
Starting pitching has been a big talking point all offseason. The rotation’s inconsistencies were one of the main reasons the Mets failed to make the playoffs in 2025.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 18
Orioles' Pete Alonso reflects on controversial Mets exit
Does Alonso harbor any bitterness about how his tenure with the Mets ended?
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.
Kodai Senga News / New York Mets on SI / February 18
Mets Want to See This Version of Kodai Senga
Kodai Senga might be the biggest question mark in terms of potential 2026 outcome out of every player on the New York Mets' roster. On one hand, it seems like the Mets getting an elite pitcher in Senga this season is a real possibility.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 18
Carlos Mendoza laughs off question about reported reason for Mets' clubhouse issues during 2025 season
Alleged clubhouse issues that impacted the Mets during their brutal collapse last season have generated articles and local sports-talk radio discussions throughout the winter and the early days of spring training.
Carlos Mendoza News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18
Mets’ Carlos Mendoza literally laughs off politics question about 2025 clubhouse
The New York Mets were clearly one of the most disappointing teams in Major League Baseball last year; widely-expected to take the next step following
Luis Robert News / Sport Relay / February 17
Luis Robert Jr. Looks to Recover From Injuries
Luis Robert Jr. spent 114 games out of the lineup during the final two seasons of his Chicago White Sox tenure. The veteran outfielder experienced a steady decline in production following an All-Star appearance in 2023.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 17
The Mets Are Telling Us Plenty About Their Pitching Plans Without Saying It
The New York Mets are determined to not have a repeat of the 2025 season where injuries and underperformance derailed a league-best 45-24 start. In the starting pitching department, the Mets hit a wall in the final three months of the season, which led to their slow collapse.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 17
Mets Opening Day Roster Projection, Starting Lineup and Pitchers Prediction
The New York Mets entered spring training with a much different roster than the one they ended the 2025 campaign with, shaking up their core in hopes of better results.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Clay Holmes News / Mets Merized Online / February 17
MMO from Port St. Lucie: Clay Holmes Looks Competition Ready
The baseball continues to roll on! After the first full team workout on Monday, the Mets continued to build toward their first spring training game of the season on Saturday.
Luke Weaver News / New York Mets on SI / February 17
Luke Weaver Roasts Yankees During Exchange With Mets Fan
The New York Mets signed former Yankees closer Luke Weaver to a two-year, $22 million contract just a few days before Christmas in 2024. This signing made sense on the surface for the Mets.
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / February 17
Mets' Carlos Mendoza Shares Luis Robert Jr. Update Amid Spring Training
The New York Mets have a new‑look roster heading into the upcoming MLB season, and one of the most intriguing pieces is outfielder Luis Robert Jr. The 28‑year‑old was acquired earlier in the offseason in a trade with the Chicago White Sox, a deal that had been discussed since last year’s trade deadline before finally coming together.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 17
Four Key Mets Players to Miss Early Spring Training Games
The New York Mets kick off Grapefruit League play on Saturday and will be without a few key players. On Tuesday, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza told the media that Francisco Alvarez, Brett Baty, Jorge Polanco, and Luis Robert Jr.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / February 17
2026 Mets Positional Outlook: Middle Infield
The Mets’ starters on the infield up the middle seemed set in stone just a few days ago, but news of Francisco Lindor‘s hamate injury has complicated matters for the team.
Francisco Lindor News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17
Mets’ Francisco Lindor in good spirits with teammates despite hand injury wrecking spring training
After suffering a broken bone in his hand, New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor is expected to be sidelined for the majority, if not all of spring training.
New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / February 16
Mets Embrace Culture Reset Ahead of 2026 Season
After one of the most historic collapses in baseball history by the New York Mets in 2025, it was apparent that a dramatic change was needed. This involved
Carson Benge News / Athlon Sports / February 16
Mets Prospect Carson Benge Receives Bad News
The New York Mets drafted 6-foot-1 outfielder Carson Benge with the 19th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft. In two collegiate seasons at Oklahoma State, Benge posted a 1.064 OPS that made him one of the most intriguing offensive prospects in his draft class.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 16
Mets, Mike Tauchman Agree To Minor League Deal
The Mets are in agreement with veteran outfielder Mike Tauchman on a minor league contract, report Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic. The Meister Sports Management client will be in camp as a non-roster invitee once he completes a physical.
Steve Cohen News / Field Level Media / February 16
Steve Cohen: Mets will never have captain with me as owner
After a tumultuous year that involved ongoing speculation about clubhouse camaraderie and leadership, Mets owner Steve Cohen is starting off the new season by making his thoughts clear on naming a team captain in New York.
Drew Smith News / Field Level Media / February 16
Report: Reliever Drew Smith agrees to minor league contract with Nats
Former New York Mets reliever Drew Smith agreed to a minor league deal Monday with the Washington Nationals, SNY reported. The deal includes an invitation to major league camp and is reportedly worth $1.75 million if the right-hander makes the major league roster with up to $1.25 million in performance incentives.
Juan Soto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Mets’ Juan Soto breaks silence on massive roster overhaul with eye-opening claim
Juan Soto arrived at the New York Mets’ spring training feeling positive about New York’s refreshed roster, saying the team is stronger even after losing important players from a disappointing 2025.
New York Mets News / New Baseball Media / February 16
2025 MLB Farm Review: New York Mets
Even though the Mets dipped into the prospect reserves over the last 12 months, the organization still has plenty of depth throughout the organization.
Marcus Semien News / Total Pro Sports / February 15
'That’s A Bummer' – Marcus Semien Discusses Stumbling Block In Building Team Chemistry With Mets
Marcus Semien was the earliest major signing for the New York Mets after arriving in the trade deal sending Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers in November last year.
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