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Mets’ Pete Alonso Sends Jonah Tong Message After Padres Game

The New York Mets not only beat the San Diego Padres 6-1 on Thursday, but something happened that was more important than the game itself. Pitching prospect Jonah Tong got back on track, picking up the win after allowing one run (zero earned) on four hits over five innings, with eight strikeouts and no walks.

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Mets Claim Series Against Padres

Jonah Tong’s strong start and Brandon Nimmo’s three-run home run gave the New York Mets a big series win over the San Diego Padres, 6–1, Thursday afternoon.

Jonah Tong News / New York Mets on SI / September 18

Jonah Tong makes New York Mets history in latest start

After failing to make it out of the first inning during his previous start, Jonah Tong gave the New York Mets a much-needed bounce-back outing. In his fifth career start on Thursday, the 22-year-old went five innings against the San Diego Padres, allowing one unearned run on four hits with no walks and a career-high eight strikeouts.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / September 18

Brandon Nimmo helps Mets tame Padres

Pete Alonso and Brandon Nimmo homered Thursday while rookie Jonah Tong pitched five solid innings for the win as the New York Mets stopped the visiting San Diego Padres 6-1.

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New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

How Sean Manaea helped Jonah Tong after disastrous Rangers start

With a playoff berth on the line and their veteran starters struggling, the New York Mets embraced a midseason youth movement. The Mets turned to three rookie pitchers to help save the season, calling up Nolan McLean, Jonah Tong and Brandon Sproat.

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25 things we learned from the 2025 MLB season

The 2025 MLB regular season is winding down, filled with record-breaking performances -- both good and bad. Here are 25 things we learned along the way.

Edwin Diaz News / Sporting News / September 18

Former MLB executive makes Trevor Hoffman Award prediction for Mets’ Edwin Diaz

Opposing batters are still quaking in their cleats whenever they hear trumpets blaring and see Edwin Diaz jog to the mound at Citi Field.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / September 18

Nimmo Homers, Spoils Shildt’s Strategy in Mets Win Over Padres

The pivotal moment came in the third inning. Pete Alonso walked to put runners on the corners with one out, prompting San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt to give starter Randy Vasquez an early hook.

Paul Skenes News / New York Mets on SI / September 18

Expert can 'easily imagine' Paul Skenes joining New York Mets

Despite having played less than two full seasons in MLB, there's a case to be made that Pittsburgh Pirates 23-year-old right-handed hurler Paul Skenes is already the best pitcher on the planet.

Kodai Senga News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

Will Kodai Senga be on the Mets’ postseason roster?

The New York Mets are in the final stretch of their push for the final National League Wild Card spot. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza has a lot to figure out before the playoffs start.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 18

MLB analyst picks Mets' pitching prospect for prestigious minor league honor

The New York Mets have had a breath of fresh air added to their roster with the addition of several star pitching prospects. First, it was Nolan McLean.

Carlos Mendoza News / New York Mets on SI / September 18

What Carlos Mendoza must do in the Mets’ final 10 games

The New York Mets have just 10 games left in the regular season and are trying to cling to the final playoff spot in the National League. Entering Thursday's

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 18

Mets not addressing starting rotation at trade deadline was massive mistake

The New York Mets are desperately trying to hold on to the final Wild Card spot in the National League, but poor play of late has resulted in things getting tight.

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Reed Garrett News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 18

Mets place Reed Garrett on IL with elbow sprain, designate Dom Hamel

The Mets announced a large slate of roster moves this morning, most notably placing righty Reed Garrett on the 15-day injured list due to a sprain in his right elbow.

Jeff McNeil News / Just Baseball / September 18

Jeff McNeil Is Still the Mets’ Best Option in Center Field

Things that nobody thought would be said in 2025: Jeff McNeil is the New York Mets’ best center fielder. That is far from a knock on McNeil. In eight MLB seasons, he has a .285 batting average, two All-Star appearances (2019 & 2022), a batting title (2022), a Silver Slugger award (2022) and a 118 career OPS+.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 18

Clinging to final wild card, Mets chase series win vs. Padres

The New York Mets might spend the final days of the regular season continuing to benefit from teams failing to take advantage of the extended subpar play of the Mets in their effort to grab the final National League wild-card spot.

Juan Soto News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Juan Soto Makes Admission After Mets’ Loss to Padres

The New York Mets have one of the best star trios in baseball in Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, and Francisco Lindor, but they're still in crisis mode. They're

New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / September 17

4 Players Mets Should Pursue This Winter To Bolster Roster: Too Early Edition

The New York Mets are loaded with talent. They went out and spent hundreds of millions of dollars in free agency last offseason to put themselves in this position, but they're still not the loaded powerhouse that many expected them to be.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17

Mets’ dream scenario for 2025 MLB playoffs

The New York Mets find themselves in the perfect position to capture their first World Series title since 1986, with all the pieces falling into place for what could be a historic October run.

Francisco Lindor News / Total Apex Sports / September 17

When Music Meets Baseball: Katia Lindor’s Violin Serenade and Francisco’s Perfect Response

You know those magical sports moments that give you goosebumps? The ones where everything aligns perfectly and you can’t help but smile? Tuesday night at Citi Field delivered one of those rare gems, courtesy of the Lindor family.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / September 17

David Stearns confirms opinion of Carlos Mendoza amid wild-card race

Mets' David Stearns confirms opinion of manager Carlos Mendoza amid wild-card race

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Francisco Lindor News / Larry Brown Sports / September 17

Francisco Lindor had the best reaction to his wife performing national anthem on violin

A different member of the Lindor family had the Citi Field crowd on its feet Tuesday during the New York Mets’ game against the San Diego Padres. Mets All-Star Francisco Lindor watched from near the dugout as his wife, Katia Lindor, had the privilege of performing “The Star-Spangled Banner” on violin before the Mets-Padres contest.