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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?
Tommy Pham News / Last Word On Sports / March 26
Mets Ink Tommy Pham to Minor League Deal
With Opening Day set to begin in just a few hours, the Mets made a minor move to bolster their outfield depth. Tommy Pham and the New York Mets are in agreement on a minor-league deal, first reported by ESPN’s Jorge Castillo.
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 / New York Mets on SI / March 26
How to Watch Mets on Opening Day: TV Channel, Live Stream and Radio
After an offseason with much turnover, Opening Day is finally here and the New York Mets are hoping their new-look team will get them back to the postseason.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Mets reunite with veteran outfielder ahead of Opening Day
The New York Mets have lofty goals for the 2026 season, hoping to return to the playoffs after a collapse in 2025. They are preparing for Opening Day, as the Mets face the Pittsburgh Pirates, putting out a historic lineup.
Francisco Lindor News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
2 Francisco Lindor bold predictions for 2026 season
Just weeks ago, there was skepticism regarding New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor’s availability to start the season. The All-Star underwent surgery for a fractured left hamate bone in February, and it was not a guarantee that he would be ready in time.
Tommy Pham News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 26
Mets, Tommy Pham Agree To Minor League Deal
The Mets and veteran outfielder Tommy Pham are in agreement on a minor league contract, reports ESPN’s Jorge Castillo. It’ll be the Vayner Sports client’s second stint with the organization.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / March 26
Here’s the Mets’ 2026 Opening Day lineup 
With their season set to get underway at 1:15 PM EDT this afternoon, the Mets have announced their Opening Day lineup for the 2026 season. Here it is. Francisco Lindor – SS Juan Soto – LF Bo Bichette – 3B Jorge Polanco – 1B Luis Robert Jr.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26
Mets make insane 75-year history with Bo Bichette, Jorge Polanco
The New York Mets are preparing for opening day. They will be facing Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes, who did not have much to say about facing the Mets.
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.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 26
Could Mets agree to long-term extension with Freddy Peralta during 2026 season?
During the offseason, the Mets sent the Milwaukee Brewers two top prospects in pitcher Brandon Sproat and infielder/center fielder Jett Williams for Peralta and fellow pitcher Tobias Myers.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 26
MMO Roundtable: Our 2026 Mets Hot Takes
It’s almost here! Opening Day’s almost here. That means that it’s also time for us to share our prediction pieces with you. We’ve already told you what we think the Mets Opening Day lineup will look like.
New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / March 26
Everything in its right place: the Mets open 2026 at home against the Pirates
The New York Mets welcome the Pittsburgh Pirates to Citi Field for the first series of 2026. For approximately three hours, confined to just one small section of Flushing, all is right with the world again.
Paul Skenes News / New York Mets on SI / March 26
Paul Skenes' Verdict About Facing Mets on Opening Day Speaks Volumes
The entire baseball world is in a collective state of excitement right now, as March 25 marked MLB's Opening Day. However, New York Mets fans have had to wait until March 26 to take the field for the first time.
David Stearns News / Total Pro Sports / March 26
'I Have Zero Memories' – David Stearns Drops World Series Message For New York Mets
Winning the World Series has been the sole objective for David Stearns since he took over as the president of baseball operations for the New York Mets.
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / March 25
Mets’ Carlos Mendoza Makes Bo Bichette Decision After Francisco Lindor’s Injury
Francisco Lindor is ready for Opening Day, but his hamate bone injury this spring forced the New York Mets to answer an important question: What do they do with Bo Bichette if their star shortstop can't go?
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 / New York Mets on SI / March 25
David Stearns Outlines Long-Term Plan for Sean Manaea
As was announced last week, the New York Mets have made a decision on how they will use Sean Manaea to start the season. In a somewhat surprising move, the club bumped the left-hander out of the rotation and into the bullpen with the intention of using him in a piggy-back role to start the year.
New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / March 25
Five Bold Mets Predictions For 2026
If you showed Mets fans the Opening Day roster back in December, it would’ve made them do a double-take. Fans didn’t give David Stearns the chance to build a roster, instantly sharpening their pitchforks for a raid on Citi Field following the departure of Pete Alonso.
New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / March 25
Mets announce Opening Day roster with a couple of surprises
The New York Mets will kick off their season at home against Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday at 1:15 pm. The organization as a whole has a lot to prove after last year’s second-half collapse, but they made a few potentially impactful additions and did their best to improve their weak points and shortcomings.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 25
Carlos Mendoza compares Mets and Yankees fans, discusses pressure after 2025 collapse
Before the New York Mets hired Carlos Mendoza as their manager in the fall of 2023, he spent the previous four seasons serving as Aaron Boone's bench coach with the New York Yankees.
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.
Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / March 25
Francisco Lindor Off-Field Move Emerges Ahead of Mets Season
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor has established himself as one of the best middle infielders in all of Major League Baseball throughout his career.
MLB News / Field Level Media / March 25
Freddy Peralta vs. Paul Skenes headlines Mets-Pirates opener
The New York Mets were expected to overhaul their roster following a disappointing 2025. The Pittsburgh Pirates responding to their latest sub-.500 finish in similar fashion qualified as a far bigger surprise.
Carson Benge News / Last Word On Sports / March 24
Carson Benge 2026 Rookie Season Prediction
The hype around Carson Benge is no longer just prospect chatter—it’s becoming reality. The New York Mets are expected to give their 2024 first-round pick a real role in 2026, and with Benge projected to open the year as the starting right fielder (wearing No.
New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / March 23
Mets Facing Tyrone Taylor Dilemma After Carson Benge Roster News
Coming off of a disappointing 2025 season that saw them miss the playoffs entirely, the New York Mets made several bold decisions this offseason and are approaching opening day with a new-look roster.
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / March 21
Mets demote their former ace pitcher to the bullpen
The New York Mets have selected the odd man out of their pitching staff for the 2026 season. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza revealed to reporters on Saturday that veteran left-hander Sean Manaea will begin the year in the bullpen, per Jorge Castillo of ESPN.
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
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