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Breaking down how the Mets can catch Phillies in NL East race

The New York Mets enter the last week of August with slim odds to win the National League East. A mix of poor play and questionable urgency has allowed the Philadelphia Phillies to surge past the Mets in the division, building a season-high seven-game lead entering this week's three-game series at Citi Field.

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Mets’ Mark Vientos sends strong message ahead of crucial Phillies series

The month of August hasn’t gone according to plan at all for the struggling New York Mets. They’ve gone 7-14 in the calendar month, and they were even in the middle of a six-game losing streak courtesy of two straight series sweeps at one point.

David Peterson News / Amazin' Avenue / August 24

The broom goes back in the closet

David Peterson attempted to be the third Mets pitcher to complete six innings in a row this afternoon in Atlanta. However, trouble would find him and he wouldn’t make it to the end of the inning.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / August 24

Rally Falls Short As Mets Fail To Sweep Braves

A rough eighth inning, combined with missed chances at the plate, sank the New York Mets in Sunday’s finale at Truist Park, as they dropped a 4-3 decision to the Atlanta Braves.

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The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz

How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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The 'Active MLB players to hit .300 multiple times' quiz

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Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / August 24

Mets pitching prospect closing in on major league debut

He exploded onto the prospect scene in 2024 and has rapidly climbed up top prospect lists.

Mets manager confirms veteran pitcher done for the season due to 'pretty significant' injury

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The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / August 24

Update: Mets Will Not Play In Field Of Dreams Game

Update – Aug. 24, 12:45 pm ET – Bob Nightengale of USA Today updated his previously wrongly reported confirmation that the Mets were going to take on the Philadelphia Phillies in the Field of Dreams game in 2026.

Brandon Sproat News / New York Mets on SI / August 24

New York Mets move top prospect to the bullpen

The New York Mets have made a big decision involving one of their top prospects. The club has shifted No. 5 prospect Brandon Sproat to the bullpen, as first reported by Syracuse Mets play-by-play announcer Michael Tricario.

Clay Holmes News / Mets Merized Online / August 24

Clay Holmes Provides Length, Excels In Second Straight Outing

A few weeks ago, Clay Holmes looked destined for the bullpen. Now, after two solid starts, he seems to be finding a groove. The right-handed starter earned the win in the Mets’ 9-2 victory over Atlanta on Saturday evening, a game that featured six Mets home runs and little stress from start to finish.

Why MLB Is Taking a Chance With 2026 Mets-Phillies Field of Dreams Game

If you build it, and you remember that you built it, then the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies will come. USA Today reported on Sunday that Juan Soto’s Mets and Bryce Harper’s Phillies will clash in the Field of Dreams Game next June.

Report: Mets, Phillies To Play In Fields Of Dream Game In 2026

According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the New York Mets will be featured in the league’s Field of Dreams game in 2026. They’ll reportedly take on the Philadelphia Phillies.

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25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

Nolan McLean News / New York Mets on SI / August 24

New York Mets change course on potential call-up of top prospect

The New York Mets have gotten a shot in the arm from the promotion of top pitching prospect Nolan McLean, winning his first two starts as McLean offered the team the kind of dominance they haven't gotten from a pitching prospect since Matt Harvey's major league debut.

Mets go for series sweep in final game against Braves in '25

The New York Mets can't win the season series against the Atlanta Braves, but they will nonetheless go for a three-game road series sweep on Sunday when the National League East rivals meet for the last time this year.

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Mets display power (6 homers) to rout Braves

Mark Vientos and Jeff McNeil each hit two home runs and the visiting New York Mets outslugged the Atlanta Braves 9-2 on Saturday night. The Mets went deep six times -- one short of their season high -- to win the second game of the three-game series.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

Mets rumors: Top prospect could pitch in Citi Field this season

The New York Mets are mired in a slump that’s knocked the team out of the division race. New York’s starting pitching has been a major concern during the club’s troubling August skid.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25

Mets pitcher done for the season due to 'pretty significant' injury

Mets manager confirms veteran pitcher done for the season due to 'pretty significant' injury

It’s the latest setback in what was been a brutal inaugural season for him in Queens.

Two biggest concerns for Mets as they vie for postseason spot

Phillies ace Zack Wheeler needs surgery, to miss rest of season

Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

The 'Active MLB players to hit .300 multiple times' quiz

New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / August 23

Top Pitching Prospect Off To Historic Start With New York Mets

The New York Mets are just 6-13 in August and have fallen six games behind the Philadelphia Phillies for first place in the National League East. But as they cling to a 1.5-game led over the Cincinnati Reds for the final wild card spot, the Mets' top pitching prospect could help them secure a playoff bid.

Tylor Megill News / New York Mets on SI / August 23

Mets' Tylor Megill impressive again in latest rehab start

While the New York Mets have received a recent jolt in their starting rotation with Nolan McLean's impressive beginning to his career, there was more encouraging news for Tylor Megill, who has not pitched since June 14 due to a right elbow sprain.

Jose Urena News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 23

Twins designate right-hander for assignment after rough outing

The Twins designated right-hander Jose Urena for assignment yesterday, according to The Athletic’s Dan Hayes. Right-hander Mick Abel will be called up today in the corresponding move, and Abel will get the start in today’s game against the White Sox.

Nolan McLean News / Field Level Media / August 22

Nolan McLean wins again as Mets cruise past Braves

Rookie Nolan McLean pitched seven strong innings and Juan Soto homered and drove in four runs to help the visiting New York Mets defeat the Atlanta Braves 12-7 on Friday in the opener of a three-game series.

Juan Soto News / Athlon Sports / August 22

Mets Star Juan Soto Makes MLB History Against Braves

Juan Soto reached historic heights before stepping on the field for the New York Mets this past offseason, signing a 15-year, $765 million contract—the largest deal baseball has ever seen.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / August 22

Two biggest concerns for Mets as they vie for postseason spot

Following Thursday's 9-3 loss at the hands of the Washington Nationals on Thursday, the New York Mets are clinging to a half-game lead for the final NL wild-card spot.

Nationals climb out of three-run hole to clobber Mets

Mets catcher could play through thumb injury but will require surgery

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Jonah Tong News / Just Baseball / August 21

Mets Top Prospect Jonah Tong: Canada’s Next Wonder

When fans take a glance at Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong’s 2025 season so far, they might be blown away by his 1.50 ERA and 14.3 K/9 in 102 innings between the Double-A and Triple-A levels.

New York Mets News / Total Apex Sports / August 19

NewYork Mets Manager Carlos Mendoza Made Baseball History At Home Plate

It was Tuesday night, and something special was brewing in “The Nation’s Capital.” It was not just another routine lineup card exchange, but a moment that would etch itself into baseball’s history books.

Juan Soto News / Larry Brown Sports / August 18

Little Leaguer had savage comment about meeting Juan Soto

A Canadian Little League player had a savage comment about the prospect of meeting New York Mets star Juan Soto. Soto and the Mets were participants in Sunday’s Little League Classic in Williamsport, Pa., which gives Little League World Series participants a chance to get up close with MLB players.