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What’s Next for the Mets After Losing Alonso and Díaz?

The 2026 offseason hasn’t been kind thus far to the New York Mets One year after signing outfielder Juan Soto to the richest contract in league history, the fabric of the organization has completely changed.

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Breaking Down Newest Mets Infielder Jorge Polanco

On Saturday, the New York Mets made their biggest free agent signing of the offseason. They signed career-infielder Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40 million contract.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 14

Mets reportedly eyeing Nick Pivetta, Padres for blockbuster trade

The Mets are reportedly exploring a move for Pivetta, but their interest in Padres players doesn't stop there.

Mets could salvage their offseason with potential Tarik Skubal, Fernando Tatis Jr. trades

Jorge Polanco signing shows New York Mets' desperation

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2026

The 'A.L. and N.L. strikeout leaders' quiz

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / December 14

Taking A Look At The Mets’ Projected 2026 Infield

The New York Mets made their biggest free agent signing of the offseason on Saturday as they agreed to terms with infielder Jorge Polanco. Polanco, a career middle-infielder, is reportedly set to play some first base for the Mets.

Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 14

Mets have stiff competition for top trade target

The New York Mets addressed a clear need among their position players by signing free agent Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40 million deal. Polanco is coming off the best offensive season of his career with the Seattle Mariners.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / December 13

This Japanese Star Makes Too Much Sense for the Mets

The New York Mets fanbase has never been in such a tizzy before – at least not to this extent. Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns and the rest of the front office have to try to win over this fanbase.

Jorge Polanco News / Last Word On Sports / December 13

Report: Mets Sign M’s Free Agent Polanco to Two-Year Deal

David Stearns and the New York Mets made their first major offensive improvement of the offseason by signing Jorge Polanco. Polanco and the Mets are in agreement on a two-year, $40 million contract, first reported by Will Sammon of The Athletic.

Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / December 13

Mets' Francisco Lindor Sends Message After Troubling MLB Free Agency News

Francisco Lindor has spent the last five years of his career with the New York Mets, and he has thrived in Queens. The 32-year-old shortstop has provided elite defense up the middle while posting a .267 batting average, a .346 on-base percentage, an .811 OPS, 31 home runs and 86 RBIs across 160 games.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 13

Mets rumors: New York ‘listening’ to trade offers for star prospect

The New York Mets are listening to trade offers for right-handed pitching prospect Jonah Tong, signaling a potential shift in offseason strategy as the club searches for proven major league help.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / December 13