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On YouTubeNew York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / January 21
Mets News & Buzz: Luis Robert Jr. gives Mets elite up-the-middle defense; team refuses to trade top prospects for Freddy Peralta, more
Late on Tuesday, the New York Mets traded for outfielder Luis Robert Jr., giving themselves a chance to have an elite defense, especially in the up-the-middle positions: catcher, shortstop, second base, and center field.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 21
Mets Should Give Top Prospect Chance to Start on Opening Day
The New York Mets were recently able to land who they hope will be their starting center fielder in Luis Robert Jr. from the Chicago White Sox. Now, the team will just have one more spot in the outfield to figure out.
Sean Reid-Foley News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 21
Braves Sign Sean Reid-Foley To Minor League Deal
The Braves have signed right-hander Sean Reid-Foley to a minor league contract, as first indicated on the MLB.com transaction log. There’s no invitation to major league camp on the righty’s deal.
The 'MLB active RBI leaders' quiz
Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?
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 / New York Mets on SI / January 21
Bo Bichette's 2-Word Juan Soto Verdict Speaks Volumes After Mets Introduction
The New York Mets made a major splash in free agency when they signed Bo Bichette to a three-year, $126 million deal last week. This was a huge win for the Mets.
Tsung-Che Cheng News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 21
Mets Designate Tsung-Che Cheng For Assignment
The Mets announced today that infielder Tsung-Che Cheng has been designated for assignment. That is the corresponding move to open a 40-man spot for right-hander Luis García, whose signing is now official.
Bo Bichette News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 21
Mets’ Bo Bichette drops ‘obvious’ admission on picking New York over Blue Jays, Phillies
The New York Mets have had to pivot at times during free agency, but they were still able to land a big-time player. Bo Bichette agreed to a three-year deal with the team, and he should be a player who can bolster their championship odds to start the season.
David Stearns News / New York Mets on SI / January 21
David Stearns Reveals the Mets’ Offseason Plans Moving Forward
In the span of a week, the New York Mets have completely transformed their offseason. After seeing fan favorites Pete Alonso, Edwin Díaz, Brandon Nimmo, and Jeff McNeil all depart this winter, fans in Flushing were ready to run David Stearns out of town.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / January 21
Mets sign RHP Luis García to one-year deal 
The Mets have signed reliever Luis García to a one-year deal, according to Joel Sherman. The deal is pending a physical and is reportedly worth $1.75 million, with the right-hander able to earn $1.25 million in incentives.
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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 21
Mets boost bullpen by agreeing to contract with veteran reliever
The New York Mets have stayed active all offseason in their quest to make a deep playoff run. Now, the franchise has added a veteran reliever to their bullpen mix.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 21
Mets Sign Veteran Reliever to Bolster Bullpen
The New York Mets are adding to their bullpen. According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the Mets are in agreement with right-handed reliever Luis García on a free-agent contract, pending a physical.
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.
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 21
Three winners of the 2025-26 MLB offseason
Now that outfielder Cody Bellinger has re-signed with the New York Yankees, most of the impact free agents are off the board. Although another transaction or two may happen, teams have a sense of their rosters as spring training approaches.
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 / 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.
Luis Robert News / Empire Sports Media / January 21
Luis Robert Jr.’s acquisition gives Mets elite up-the-middle defense
A mantra only matters if the roster backs it up. For the New York Mets, “run prevention” has not just been an offseason slogan whispered into microphones.
MLB 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?
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.
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.
MLB 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.
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / January 20
Mets' Francisco Lindor Announces Off-Field News Amid MLB Offseason
The New York Mets are heading into the 2026 MLB season with a revamped roster built around shortstop Francisco Lindor and outfielder Juan Soto. Expectations remain high in Queens, with the front office hoping this year’s group is talented enough to make the MLB playoffs.
New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / January 20
What will happen with Ronny Mauricio after the acquisition of Bo Bichette?
The number tells the story before the quotes ever do. One hundred twenty-six million dollars is not what teams spend to create optionality. It is what they spend to make a decision.
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / January 18
Mets have interest in former Yankee in free agency
The New York Mets may not be done trying to make impact additions ahead of the new MLB season. The Mets still have interest in outfielder Cody Bellinger, according to Will Sammon of The Athletic.
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