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Mets News & Buzz: Tigers disrespect Tarik Skubal with latest offer as Mets lurk; New York has lots of room to spend, more

The New York Mets are closely monitoring the Tarik Skubal situation, as there is a $13 million gap between what the player filed for and what the Detroit Tigers are offering in arbitration.

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Mets get bad news on potential trade target

At first glance, it would seem to make no sense that the New York Mets would have interest in adding another second baseman to their roster. They already traded for Marcus Semien, who is expected to be their second baseman for the foreseeable future.

Mark Vientos News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

The Mets Should Look To Trade Mark Vientos

With the rise of Brett Baty last season, it may be time for the Mets to move on from Mark Vientos. Vientos had a magical 2024 season. He hit 27 homers, had 71 RBIs, and hit .266 that year.

Ji-Hwan Bae News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9

Mets Outright Ji Hwan Bae

The Mets announced that infielder/outfielder Ji Hwan Bae has been sent outright Triple-A Syracuse. When combined with the club losing Drew Romo via waivers to the White Sox, the Mets’ 40-man roster count dropped to 38 this week.

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MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

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Ryan Lambert News / Amazin' Avenue / January 9

Top 25 Mets Prospects for 2026: Ryan Lambert (19)

Minnesota native Ryan Lambert attended Minnetonka High School in Minnetonka, Minnesota, where he had impressive sophomore and senior seasons, his junior year lost to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Tarik Skubal News / Empire Sports Media / January 9

Tigers keep lowballing Tarik Skubal amid Mets trade interest

Thursday came and went quietly in Queens, which is exactly how the New York Mets wanted it. While arbitration day can turn tense and personal across the league, the Mets wrapped things up cleanly, reaching agreements with all seven of their arbitration-eligible players.

New York Mets News / Sport Relay / January 8

Mets Give Five Deals to Avoid Arbitration

The New York Mets gave out deals to five players, so they can avoid arbitration before Thursday evening’s deadline. The club reached an agreement with pitchers David Peterson, Tylor Megill, Reed Garrett and Huascar Brazoban.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / January 8

Mets reach agreements with all arbitration eligible players

Back in November, the Mets non-tendered three pitchers in Max Kranick, Danny Young, and José Castillo, while tendering contracts to six arbitration eligible players.

Chris Devenski News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 8

Pirates, Chris Devenski Agree To Minor League Deal

The Pirates are in agreement with reliever Chris Devenski on a minor league contract, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. That presumably includes a Spring Training invite for the Suarez, Gomez & Associates client.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / January 8

Mets News & Buzz: Can Mets convince Kyle Tucker to sign a short-term, high-AAV deal? New York adds minor leaguer, more

The New York Mets want Kyle Tucker. They also don’t want to dish out more 10-year commitments, and Tucker might require one. However, if they can offer a short-term deal with an inflated average annual value (AAV), they might have an outside chance.

Framber Valdez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 8

Why Mets must sign Framber Valdez in free agency

The New York Mets should treat Framber Valdez as the clearest solution in free agency because the Mets starting rotation still lacks dependable bulk innings.

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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.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / January 8

How Could the Mets Finish the Offseason? Part 1

This offseason is unlike the last two. Last offseason, Juan Soto, a 26-year-old bona fide superstar, headlined the free agent class. The previous offseason, Shohei Ohtani, the unicorn, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto were available.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 9

Kyle Tucker saga is down to three potential destinations

Tucker is coming off a down year by his standards because of injuries.

Blue Jays reportedly targeting top free agent Tucker amid Bo Bichette saga

Yankees have a controversial candidate to replace Cody Bellinger

Yankees pivot to Bichette as Bellinger signing looks less likely

Red Sox face just one competitor for top free agent Alex Bregman

Rockies make smart decision by signing veteran Michael Lorenzen

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New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / January 8

Can the Mets convince Kyle Tucker to sign a high-AAV, short-term deal?

The numbers don’t lie, but the depth chart does. Right now, the New York Mets can glance at their outfield situation and feel a familiar tightness. Juan Soto is there, planted firmly as a franchise cornerstone.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 8

Mets Prefer Trade Market To Free Agency In Rotation Search

The Mets are still in the market for upgrades to their starting pitching group, but they prefer to bolster the rotation by way of a trade rather than via free agency, Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic report.

Jun-Seok Shim News / Empire Sports Media / January 8

Mets sign Jun-Seok Shim to minor league deal

The New York Mets did not make headlines with their latest pitching move, but that is kind of the point. This was a quiet, low-risk bet on arm talent. The kind of signing that only makes sense if an organization believes depth matters not just for April, but for two or three years down the road.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / January 8

Mets willing to trade young sluggers to improve other areas

The New York Mets have continued to be quiet this offseason, with everyone still waiting for a significant splash. However, a recent report indicated that they could be willing to move some of their young sluggers to help improve other areas.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 7

Potential Mets-Royals trade centered on breakout starter Kris Bubic would be win-win

Trade between the Mets and Royals involving Bubic would make sense. The two sides could help strengthen weak points on the other roster.

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Framber Valdez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 7

Mets rumors: Framber Valdez on radar, but trade is top priority

The New York Mets have not enjoyed a stellar offseason thus far, but two insiders have connected them to a free agent starting pitcher who could change the complexion of their rotation in 2026.

New York Mets News / Action Network / January 7

When Will The New York Downstate Casinos Open?

The casino landscape in the New York City metropolitan area is about to experience a significant transformation. Following the New York State Gaming Commission’s approval of downstate licenses last month, three new full-scale commercial casinos are set to make their debut.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

One Star Free Agent is Gaining an Edge with the Mets, Plus More Notes

January is typically a quiet month for baseball news and transactions, but this offseason’s slow pace has stood out. Teams across MLB are showing increased reluctance to meet initial asking prices, instead waiting for markets to settle at figures they deem more reasonable.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 6

Ex-Mets reliever drawing interest from ‘most of NL Central’

There is always going to be a strong market for relief pitchers considering how important solid bullpen play is to playing winning baseball. To that end,

New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / January 5

Mets Add Former Top-100 Prospect in Low-Risk Free Agent Deal

The New York Mets have focused primarily on roster reductions during this offseason, letting several key players depart. However, on a recent Monday, the team shifted gears by bringing in new talent, though the acquisition isn’t among the most high-profile available in free agency.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / January 4

Why the Mets Should Steal All-Star Lefty from Division Rival

The New York Mets have a big weakness that has not been addressed this offseason. That is their starting pitching. The Mets’ rotation was very lackluster in the second half of last season.