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MLB News / Mets Merized Online / May 9
Game Chat: Mets vs Diamondbacks, 7:15 PM 
Saturday, May 9, 2026 • 7:15 PM Chase Field • Phoenix, AZ RHP Clay Holmes (4-2, 1.69) vs. RHP Merrill Kelly (1-3, 9.95) FOX Believe it or not, the Mets are on the verge of winning their third consecutive series, despite being eight games under .500.
Devin Williams News / Mets Merized Online / May 9
Devin Williams Starting to Turn the Corner
Devin Williams could be seen talking to Carlos Mendoza in the dugout after his eighth-pitch bottom of the ninth. The implication from outside observers was that Williams might pitch the 10th.
Freddy Peralta News / Total Pro Sports / May 9
MLB Rumors: Two Teams Emerge As Early Landing Spots For Freddy Peralta
Freddy Peralta was the major addition to the New York Mets’ starting rotation among a host of new arrivals at the club this offseason. Peralta had a strong opening month of the season after making a forgettable debut for his new team.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
MJ Melendez News / Amazin' Avenue / May 9
Can MJ Melendez keep it up?
MJ Melendez was thrust into a challenging situation last month. The struggling New York Mets faced the Los Angeles Dodgers on the road, amid what would become a 12-game losing streak.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / May 9
Mets win a pitchers’ duel in the desert with a two-run tenth
The Mets defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 3-1 in ten innings in Phoenix, coming out on top of a pitchers’ duel in the desert. The Mets and Diamondbacks traded solo homers in the second inning and the scoring came to a screeching halt after that.
Freddy Peralta News / Fastball on SI / May 8
Freddy Peralta Trade Rumors Are Suddenly All Over the Place
Could we see some fireworks across Major League Baseball on the sooner side? Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski shared towards the end of April that he has already had trade talks and that it was earlier than at any other point throughout his career.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8
Cubs showing trade interest in Mets pitcher
The Chicago Cubs have interest in improving their pitching this season, and they reportedly have interest in one New York Mets pitcher. Veteran Chicago baseball reporter Bruce Levine reported on Friday that the Cubs have talked with the Mets about Freddy Peralta.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 8
Mets reportedly have date in mind for trading Freddy Peralta to Cubs, other team
On Friday morning, Tim Britton of The Athletic noted that Peralta "would have a good chance of being the best starter available" at the trade deadline if the Mets become sellers in July. It appears Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns isn't waiting that long to discuss potential deals with other teams.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / May 8
Are Mets Properly Utilizing The Platoon Advantage?
The New York Mets lost to the Colorado Rockies on Thursday but the discussion about that game heavily centered around their starting lineup. With lefty Jose Quintana on the mound for Colorado, manager Carlos Mendoza stacked the Mets' starting nine with right-handed bats.
New York Mets News / Just Baseball / May 8
Top Early Standouts in the New York Mets’ Farm System
While the start to the 2026 baseball season has not been kind to the New York Mets, their highly regarded farm system has given the organization and fanbase something to be excited about.
David Stearns News / Yardbarker / May 8
Blame for Mets' horrendous start to season should fall on David Stearns
The manager and coaching staff are typically the first casualties when a team does not perform to expectations. Such is likely to be the case with the New York Mets.
Clay Holmes News / Just Baseball / May 8
Clay Holmes Is Putting the Mets’ Rotation on His Back
The New York Mets have been the talk of baseball for much of this season, but not for the right reasons. The Mets sit at the bottom of the National League East, eight games below .500 entering play on Thursday.
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8
Mets announcers ‘Lady and the Tramp’ a $45 Glizzilla
In the middle of Wednesday night’s broadcast from Coors Field, New York Mets play-by-play man Gary Cohen watched in amused horror as analysts Keith Hernandez and Steve Gelbs turned a $45 monstrosity into must-see television.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 8
D-backs eager to ignite offense in opener vs. Mets
These days, the Arizona Diamondbacks' offense is mirroring the desert climate of the team's home: dry. The Diamondbacks have lost six of their past seven games.
MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / May 7
This Brewers-Mets Trade for Mark Vientos Would Fix Power Problem
The Milwaukee Brewers and New York Mets certainly are familiar with one another in the trade market. This past offseason, two sides came together on one of the biggest trades of the offseason.
Sean Manaea News / New York Mets on SI / May 7
Is It Time for the Mets to Move On From Sean Manaea?
Sean Manaea’s time with the New York Mets could be coming to an end. Amid the Mets’ small turnaround in May, one major issue continues to plague the team: bullpen imbalance.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / May 7
This has been the difference for the Mets amid teased season turnaround
Somewhat out of nowhere, the New York Mets clinched their fourth win across five games when they notched a 10-5 victory in chilly conditions at the Colorado Rockies.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / May 7
Underrated Part of Mets' New Lineup Could Be Key to Sustained Success
The New York Mets have won three games in a row and a big lineup change has played a role in that success. The headlines have centered around Carlos Mendoza's decision to move Juan Soto to the leadoff spot, which has created more left/right balance in the batting order.
Kodai Senga News / Total Pro Sports / May 7
Kodai Senga’s Latest Injury Update Will Put Mets Fans At Ease
Kodai Senga enjoyed an excellent first season in the MLB with the New York Mets in 2023. The Japanese starting pitcher has missed the vast majority of the past two seasons due to a spate of injuries.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 7
Mets Juan Soto reveals initial reaction to Carlos Mendoza’s leadoff request
When New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza approached superstar outfielder Juan Soto about a new role at the top of the lineup, the answer was immediate — and emphatic.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 7
Mets display power in handing Rockies sixth straight loss
Marcus Semien had four hits, including a home run, Juan Soto led off the game with a homer, and the New York Mets beat the Colorado Rockies 10-5 in Denver on Wednesday night.
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / May 6
Mets' Juan Soto Achieves Career-First Against Rockies
New York Mets star outfielder Juan Soto began the 2026 season as the best hitter on his team, as he tore up the baseball through the first week. However, a right calf strain landed Soto on the injured list and sidelined him for 15 games.
Kodai Senga News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 6
Mets’ Kodai Senga gets important injury update on Wednesday
With the New York Mets hurtling down to the NL East basement, it feels as if the team is inching closer to major changes. This winter’s roster overhaul, highlighted by the departures of star first baseman Pete Alonso and closer Edwin Diaz, was supposed to lead to a postseason return in Queens.
A.J. Minter News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 6
Mets veteran reliever suffers injury setback during rehab assignment
New York Mets veteran reliever AJ Minter has been battling back from an injury. Minter previously landed on the injured list with a triceps injury. According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, Minter has been pulled off his rehab assignment due to an injury setback.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 6
Mets, Cionel Pérez Agree To Minor League Deal
The Mets and left-handed reliever Cionel Pérez are in agreement on a minor league contract, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com. The Octagon client will presumably head to Triple-A Syracuse once the deal is official.
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / May 4
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza explains rare Juan Soto lineup move
For the first time since May 30, 2021, Juan Soto is batting leadoff. The New York Mets face the Colorado Rockies on Monday at Coors Field in Denver, Colo., and manager Carlos Mendoza put Soto at the top of the order for the first time in nearly five years.
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