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Mets’ perfect trade offer for Tigers’ Tarik Skubal

The New York Mets missed the playoffs in the first year of the Juan Soto era partly because of poor pitching performances. With Sean Manaea and Kodai Senga injured, they leaned on three rookies to try and will them into the postseason.

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FCL Mets Season Recap: Hurtado, Lantigua and Guzman Impress

Daviel Hurtado threw 19 innings of one-run ball. Edward Lantigua posted an .832 OPS. Randy Guzman hit seven home runs in 49 games. The 2025 Florida Complex League Mets weren’t a success in the Rookie Ball standings, finishing in third place with a 25-28 record, but a number of prospects showed promise that bodes well for their futures.

Jonah Tong News / Mets Merized Online / October 17

2025 Report Card: Jonah Tong, RHP

Player Data: Age: 22 (6/13/2003) B/T: R/R Primary Stats: 2-3, 7.71 ERA, 1.77 WHIP, 18.2 IP, 22 SO, 9 BB, 5 G (5 GS) Advanced Stats: 53 ERA+, 25.3 K%, 10.3 BB%, 4.87 xERA, 4.31 FIP, 4.31 xFIP, 0.2 fWAR, -0.8 bWAR 2025 Salary: $760,000 (arbitration eligible in 2028) Grade: C+ Tong’s 2025 season could be considered a bit of a whirlwind.

Tarik Skubal News / New York Mets on SI / October 17

Insiders discuss growing possibility that Mets acquire Tarik Skubal

After suffering a shocking late season collapse and missing the postseason, the New York Mets are expected to undergo a transformative offseason. A top priority will undoubtedly be reworking the starting rotation, which decayed throughout the year after early success.

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The 'Four-RBI ALCS games' quiz

How many of the 43 players in ALCS history to have four-RBIs in a single game can you name in six minutes?

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The '1992 & 1993 Toronto Blue Jays' quiz

The 'MLB postseason strikeout leaders' quiz

Pete Alonso News / New York Mets on SI / October 16

Mets’ Pete Alonso linked to AL West powerhouse

Unlike last offseason, the New York Mets may have to fend off several teams to keep Pete Alonso. In an article published Thursday, FanSided’s MLB insider Robert Murray weighed in on the best fits for each of the top 10 free agents this winter.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / October 16

Left-handed free agent ace called fit for Mets

If there was one area to pinpoint the New York Mets' collapse this season, it would be their starting pitching. After leading the major leagues in starting

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / October 16

Get to Know the Mets’ New Director of Hitting, Jeff Albert

Since 2023, Jeff Albert, a Rochester, New York native, has traveled around the country and to the Dominican Republic to work with the Mets’ up-and-coming prospects as the Director of Hitting Development.

Brett Baty News / New York Mets on SI / October 16

Brett Baty discusses new position with Mets fan favorite

The New York Mets may have more options at second base next season. During SNY's latest episode of Mets Flip the Script, Brett Baty spoke with former Met and fan favorite Benny Agbayani about playing second base this season.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / October 16

New York Mets' prospect making 40-man case in Arizona Fall League

The New York Mets may have disappointed during the regular season at the major league level, but their minor leagues had a strong year. With three full-season

Edwin Diaz News / New York Mets on SI / October 16

Historic Edwin Diaz free agency contract prediction makes 'easy decision' for Mets

New York Mets fans don't want to imagine what their 2025 season would have looked like without Edwin Diaz. Of course, Mets fans don't want to think about how their 2025 season ended at all, given how disappointing this talented team missing the playoffs was (and still is).

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / October 16

Intriguing Mets prospect Chris Suero shines in AFL action

It was a strong year for the New York Mets' minor league affiliates, with the Double-A Binghamton Rumble Ponies capping off their historic 90-win season with an Eastern League championship and the High-A Brooklyn Cyclones claiming the South Atlantic League title.

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The 25 greatest baseball players who never played in the MLB

Before Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in 1947, black players weren’t allowed in Major League Baseball. Before the recent advances in the United States’ relationship with Cuba, it was rare for Cuban players to escape their homeland.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / October 16

2025 Minor League Season Review: St. Lucie Mets

First Half Record: 34-31 (1/4, Florida State League East Division) Second Half Record: 43-22 (1/4 Florida State League East Division) The St. Lucie Mets were the worst team in all of Minor League Baseball in 2023 with a 44-84 total record and were the second worst team in 2024, with a 45-84 total record.

Pete Alonso News / Amazin' Avenue / October 16

Pete Alonso cemented his place in Mets history in 2025

Ahead of the 2025 season, the biggest debate among Mets fans was the return of Pete Alonso. While many fans felt that his asking price for a contract was

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The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

The 'NFL total touchdown pass leaders' quiz

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / October 16

Suero Homers in Arizona Fall League

Mets prospect Chris Suero went 2-for-5 with a home run and three RBIs on Wednesday in the Scottsdale Scorpions’ 12-9 loss to the Salt River Rafters in Arizona Fall League play.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 16

Could Mets lose Pete Alonso to division rival?

Shortly after New York was officially eliminated from postseason contention, Alonso said he would be opting out of his two-year, $54 million deal the Mets gave him last offseason.

Should Phillies meet Kyle Schwarber's lofty asking price?

Three teams that should be in the market for Kyle Schwarber this offseason

Ranger Suarez could be in line for the next 'pillow contract' this offseason

25 MLB players who could be traded this offseason

The 'AL and NL MVPs since 2000' quiz

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / October 15

Mets begin rebuilding coaching staff

The New York Mets announced two additions to manager Carlos Mendoza's staff on Wednesday. Kai Correa is the new bench coach and Jeff Albert will serve as director of major league hitting.

Ryan Helsley News / Fastball on SI / October 14

2 Fits For 2x All-Star Ryan Helsley After Mets September Collapse

After being traded to the New York Mets at the deadline, two-time All-Star Ryan Helsley imploded in the second half of the 2025 season, posting a 7.20 ERA with his new team.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 14

Mets make decision on their new bench coach

The Hawaii native is clearly respected around the game.

Steve Cohen has chance to lay foundation for Mets dynasty with one signing

The 'MLB 30-30 seasons' quiz

The 25 most unlikely World Series teams

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 14

4 moves Mets must make to avenge $340 million failure

The 2025 New York Mets’ season came to an end in September after 162 regular season games — something that seemed unthinkable as recently as June. The Mets were 45-24 on June 12 with a 5.5-game lead on the Philadelphia Phillies.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 14

Mets promote Jeff Albert to start offseason coaching changes

The New York Mets’ offseason started weeks before they wanted it to. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza and his team fell just short of the postseason, entering an offseason full of questions.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 14

Steve Cohen has chance to lay foundation for Mets dynasty with one signing

Last offseason, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen paid $765 million for one of the game’s most prolific hitters in Juan Soto. But as it turns out, a postseason trip wasn’t included with his purchase. One move this offseason could put the Mets over the top.

Pete Alonso is a star, but his contract desire is unrealistic

Pete Alonso hoping second time is the charm in free agency

The 25 greatest MLB teams from the 2000s

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

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / October 11