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Grapefruit Juice: Cardinals 4, Mets 3

The Mets mounted a late rally but fell short, dropping their game to the Cardinals by a 4-3 score on Friday afternoon at Clover Park. The Mets were blanked through seven, managing just two hits, before scoring three in the eighth.

Craig Kimbrel News / New York Mets on SI / March 20

Source: Craig Kimbrel Didn't Exercise Opt-Out With Mets

Relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel did not exercise his opt-out clause in his minor league deal with the New York Mets yesterday on March 19, as a source told Mets On SI.

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There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 20

Mets' Top Prospect Reportedly Expected to Make Opening Day Roster

One of the New York Mets' top prospects is set to be a part of the team's Opening Day roster, at least according to one well-known MLB insider. Joel Sherman

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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.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Francisco Alvarez News / New York Mets on SI / March 20

Mets Dodge Francisco Alvarez Injury Scare

The New York Mets can exhale after an injury scare on Thursday. Catcher Francisco Alvarez was only able to play three innings in New York's spring training game against the Houston Astros last night.

Juan Soto News / New York Mets on SI / March 20

Juan Soto's Claim About Who Mets Ace is Raises Eyebrows

After the New York Mets traded for former Milwaukee Brewers ace Freddy Peralta earlier in this offseason, there was a lot of chatter about whether he or Nolan McLean would get the nod on Opening Day.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / March 20

Spring Training Game Chat: Cardinals vs. Mets, 1:10 PM

Friday, March 20, 2026 • 1:10 PM Clover Park • Port St. Lucie, FL RHP Andre Pallante (0-0, 2.57) vs. RHP Tobias Myers (1-1, 1.86) SNY • MLBN The New York Mets play the St.

Carson Benge News / Last Word On Sports / March 20

Carson Benge Set for Mets Opening Day Roster

Buckle up, Mets fans, there’s a new young star making his way to Queens. After an offseason full of hype and rumors, Carson Benge will make the Mets’ Opening Day roster.

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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.

MLB News / Amazin' Avenue / March 20

Highlights from the New at Citi 2026 Event

One of the highlights of each spring is the New at Citi event held by the Mets to showcase what fans can expect from Citi Field in terms of new experiences, giveaways, and, most importantly, food and drink.

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New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20

Mets not expected to have Freddy Peralta signed before Opening Day

It was a great offseason in Queens, as the New York Mets traded for Freddy Peralta in a major deal with the Milwaukee Brewers. But with Peralta in an expiring contract, the Mets still need to sign him.

A.J. Minter News / Amazin' Avenue / March 20

A.J. Minter will be a big asset to the Mets’ bullpen when he returns

The Mets signed 32-year-old lefty and career Atlanta Brave A.J. Minter to a two-year, $22 million contract in the 2024-2025 season with the intention of making him an essential late-inning piece in their bullpen.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20

Mets’ Juan Soto slaps ace label on Kodai Senga ahead of 2026 season

The New York Mets enter the 2026 season with urgency, and Juan Soto made that clear when discussing Kodai Senga before Opening Day. As the season opener approaches, the message feels direct.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 20

Will Mets, Freddy Peralta sign extension before Opening Day?

Mets, Freddy Peralta seem to have understanding about possibly signing extension before Opening Day

Not long after the New York Mets acquired Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers earlier this offseason, the 29-year-old who is set to reach free agency after the 2026 season wraps up suggested he could be open to signing an extension with the club before Opening Day.

Nolan McLean nearly had Mets' Carlos Mendoza 'jumping off the couch' during WBC final

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza made World Series promise to Howie Rose after retirement announcement

Legendary Mets announcer Howie Rose explains major career decision

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MLB News / Yardbarker / March 20

Nolan McLean nearly had Mets' Carlos Mendoza 'jumping off the couch' during WBC final

Before New York Mets prospect and potential future ace Nolan McLean started for Team USA versus Venezuela in the final of the World Baseball Classic this

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza made World Series promise to Howie Rose after retirement announcement

Mets' Brett Baty getting help from former teammate after alleged clubhouse issues

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Freddy Peralta News / New York Mets on SI / March 20

Insider Reveals 'Big Issue' Stopping Mets-Freddy Peralta Contract Extension

One of the reasons that the New York Mets targeted a trade for former Milwaukee Brewers ace Freddy Peralta this past offseason was because they believed they would be willing to sign him to a long-term deal.

Bo Bichette News / Empire Sports Media / March 20

NY Mets will play Bo Bichette at shortstop Friday against Cardinals

Bo Bichette is heading back to shortstop for one day. According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the NY Mets will start Bichette at shortstop Friday against the St.

Ronny Mauricio News / Amazin' Avenue / March 20

Mets’ latest roster cuts include Ronny Mauricio

The Mets made another round of major league spring training roster cuts, optioning infielder Ronny Mauricio and right-handed pitcher Joey Gerber to Triple-A Syracuse and reassigning right-handed pitcher Mike Baumann and left-handed pitcher Brandon Waddell to minor league camp.

New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / March 20

Iconic Mets announcer Howie Rose retiring after 2026 season

New York Mets radio announcer Howie Rose announced Thursday he will retire after the 2026 season, closing a career that has spanned nearly four decades with the franchise.