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On YouTubeNew York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / March 27
Here’s what the Mets had to say after yesterday’s Opening Day win 
Unsurprisingly, the vibes were good after the Mets’ 11-7 Opening Day victory over the Pirates at Citi Field on Thursday afternoon. That reflected in the post-game comments, where there were a lot of positive things to say about the team’s performance in the win.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / March 27
The new look Mets were on full display in yesterday’s win
The dominant storyline regarding the Mets all offseason was about the roster turnover. If you look up and down yesterday’s Opening Day lineup, about half of the players in it are new faces, most of whom weren’t even in the organization last season.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 27
Mets’ Offense Puts On a Show on Opening Day
In an Opening Day showdown against the Pittsburgh Pirates that seemed destined to become a pitcher’s duel between Freddy Peralta and Paul Skenes, the New York Mets made it a quick day at the office for the reigning NL Cy Young Award winner.
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?
Christian Scott News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 27
Mets pitching prospect gets injury update
New York Mets pitching prospect Christian Scott is dealing with an injury. According to reporter Ernest Dove, Scott recently suffered a minor setback. “My understanding New York Mets P Christian Scott had a (minor) setback.
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.
New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / March 27
Mets offense thrives on power and patience, and the stats show it
The New York Mets beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-7 on Opening Day on Thursday afternoon. Scoring 11 runs against a Paul Skenes-led pitching staff is perhaps more impressive than the win itself.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 27
Syracuse Mets Announce 2026 Opening Day Roster
The Minor League Baseball season kicks off on March 27 with Triple-A teams in action. The Mets’ Triple-A affiliate, the Syracuse Mets, starts their season on the road in Worcester, Mass, at 4:05 p.m.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / March 27
Oneil Cruz assigns blame for his brutal misplays against the Mets
Oneil Cruz found himself in the crosshairs of irate Pittsburgh Pirates fans on Thursday after his fielding blunders against the New York Mets at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y. After the game, he tried to put the blame for his errors on something that’s over 90 million miles away.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 27
Carlos Mendoza Reacts to Luis Robert Jr.'s Encouraging Mets Debut
The New York Mets' new-look offense was impressive in the team's 11-7 Opening Day win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. But maybe the most encouraging performance of the day came from new Met Luis Robert Jr.
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.
Paul Skenes News / Total Pro Sports / March 27
'I’m Not Upset' – Paul Skenes Remains Unfazed After Brutal Blow Against the Mets
Reigning Cy Young Winner Paul Skenes was rocked by the New York Mets on Opening Day. His MLB debut was a disastrous night to forget after he was pulled out from the mound.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 27
Freddy Peralta gushes over Mets fans after mixed debut in win over Pirates
Peralta didn't enjoy quite the official New York Mets debut he hoped for on Thursday afternoon, but he did enough to help the club earn an 11-7 Opening Day home win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Tarik Skubal News / New York Mets on SI / March 27
Insider Links Mets to $429 Million Tarik Skubal Free Agency Scenario
New York Mets fans have got to be feeling pretty good right now, as their team now has a perfect record in the 2026 MLB season. Of course, this record is 1-0 after their Opening Day victory over Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates, but being 1-0 is a lot better than being 0-1.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 27
How Carson Benge reacted to rough MLB debut en route to making some Mets history
Benge only recently learned that he would be the Mets' starting right fielder for New York's Opening Day home game versus the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday afternoon. Benge then experienced varying emotions during what became an 11-7 win for the hosts.
Oneil Cruz News / Yardbarker / March 27
Pirates' Oneil Cruz opens up about nightmare performance in Opening Day loss to Mets
Following the defeat, Cruz discussed all that went wrong for him during that frame.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 27
Horror At The Ballpark As Brutal Collision Leaves Bird Dead In The Outfield At Mets-Pirates Game
An unfortunate collision between two birds left one of them dead during the New York Mets’ season opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Citi Field.
Carson Benge News / ESPN / March 26
Enthusiastic Benge 'blacked out' after HR in debut
Mets rookie Carson Benge said he "blacked out" while rounding the bases after his first home run in his major league debut. "I don't really remember too much."
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26
Joel Embiid takes a shot at Oneil Cruz over his Opening Day blunders
Joel Embiid did not like what he was seeing from his fellow Pennsylvania professional sports athlete.
Freddy Peralta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Freddy Peralta shares astounded reaction to Mets’ Opening Day offense
The New York Mets earned a big 11-7 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Opening Day. It was a solid outing for the club that had starting pitcher Freddy Peralta completely in awe of the offense.
Francisco Alvarez News / New York Mets on SI / March 26
Francisco Alvarez Reminded Mets Fans Why They Love Him
For the new-look New York Mets lineup, Opening Day was a dream start to the 2026 season. And for Francisco Alvarez in particular, it was a showcase of his ability to be a real difference maker for the team, both offensively and defensively.
MLB News / Total Apex Sports / March 26
New York Mets Powered By Offense In 11-7 Opening Day Win Over Pittsburgh Pirates
There is nothing quite like the electric, unbridled optimism of Opening Day. The smell of stale beer, the crisp late-March air, and the belief that maybe this is the year.
Carson Benge News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 26
Mets Outfield Prospect Carson Benge Has Signature Moment in MLB Debut
Many baseball players have hit a home run in their first major league game. And now, New York Mets outfielder Carson Benge can add his name to that list.
New York Mets News / 5 GOATs / March 26
‘Hamilton’ star Christopher Jackson messes up national anthem at Mets’ season opener
Christopher Jackson, the Broadway star known for playing George Washington in the musical Hamilton, made an error while singing the national anthem during the New York Mets’ season opener.
Luis Robert News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Mets’ Luis Robert Jr picks up RBI in first New York Opening Day
The New York Mets got an immediate return on their offseason investment Thursday as Luis Robert Jr. delivered his first RBI in a Mets uniform during Opening Day vs.
Tommy Pham News / Total Apex Sports / March 26
Veteran Outfielder Tommy Pham Signs With New York Mets
The New York Mets just couldn’t resist dipping back into the well. In a move that feels like running into your brutally honest ex at a coffee shop and deciding to give it another shot, the Mets signed veteran Outfielder Tommy Pham to a minor league deal mere hours before the first pitch of their 2026 season.
Austin Barnes News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25
Mets Release Austin Barnes
The Mets have released catcher Austin Barnes, reports Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. The veteran backstop signed a minor league deal in late January. It’s the second catcher-related move of the day for New York, as the club also designated Ben Rortvedt for assignment this morning.
New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25
Mets Designate Vidal Bruján, Bryan Hudson, Ben Rortvedt For Assignment
The Mets announced that infielder/outfielder Vidal Bruján, left-hander Bryan Hudson and catcher Ben Rortvedt have been designated for assignment. All three are out of options and had to be bumped off the 40-man roster if not on the active roster.
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