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On YouTubeNew York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / March 21
Grapefruit Juice: Astros 7, Mets 5 / Nationals 3, Mets 1 
In the home game of the split squad games, the Astros beat the Mets 7-5. Jonah Tong had a rough second inning today in Port St. Lucie. Zach Cole led off with a triple and then scored on a balk by Tong.
The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
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.
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.
Mike Tauchman News / New York Mets on SI / March 21
What Mike Tauchman's Injury Means For Mets
Talk about poor timing. With Opening Day just five days away, outfielder Mike Tauchman exited the New York Mets' Grapefruit League game on Saturday due to injury.
Carlos Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / March 21
Carlos Mendoza Makes Announcement After Mets Player Leaves Spring Training Game
The New York Mets had one of the busiest offseasons in MLB, reshaping the entire roster around superstars Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto. The overhaul stemmed from last year’s second‑half collapse that saw the Mets eliminated from postseason contention on the final day of the regular season.
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.
Hayden Senger News / Amazin' Avenue / March 21
Hayden Senger optioned to Triple-A
The Mets continue the winnowing of their major league camp, optioning catcher Hayden Senger to Triple-A Syracuse. The Mets currently have 38 players in big league camp.
Sean Manaea News / Field Level Media / March 21
Mets LHP Sean Manaea out of rotation, assigned to bullpen
Left-hander Sean Manaea is the odd man out in the New York Mets' starting rotation, with manager Carlos Mendoza announcing Saturday that the veteran will begin the season in the bullpen.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 21
3 reasons why Mets won’t win 2026 World Series
After missing the 2025 postseason, the New York Mets made a number of moves this past offseason. Losing Pete Alonso in free agency was far from ideal, but New York added Freddy Peralta, Bo Bichette, Luis Robert Jr., Marcus Semien and other impactful players.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 21
Split Squad Game Chat: Mets @ Nationals (1:05 PM), Astros vs Mets (1:10 PM)
Saturday, March 21, 2026 • 1:05 PM CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches • West Palm Beach, FL RHP Joander Suarez (0-0, -.–) vs. RHP Cade Cavalli (0-1, 0.00) There are two days and three games left of spring training!
Francisco Alvarez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 21
Mets’ Francisco Alvarez move on Saturday will shut down injury concerns
The New York Mets are getting some good news about the health of catcher, Francisco Alvarez. Alvarez is back in the lineup for the team in a spring training game on Saturday, per the New York Post.
Freddy Peralta News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 21
What Mets’ Freddy Peralta said about contract extension amid recent rumors
The New York Mets enter Opening Day with momentum, but the Freddy Peralta contract uncertainty still lingers around after recent reports. The Mets made a bold move acquiring Peralta this offseason, yet long-term security remains unresolved.
Bryan Hudson News / Empire Sports Media / March 20
Bryan Hudson might have pitched himself off the Mets’ Opening Day roster
With Opening Day just a week away, the air around Citi Field should be filled with the scent of fresh grass and optimism. Instead, there is a distinct whiff of anxiety wavering from the bullpen gate.
Nolan McLean News / New York Mets on SI / March 20
Mets Make a Decision on Nolan McLean’s 2026 Debut
There has been a buzz in Queens ever since Nolan McLean made his New York Mets debut last season. This only intensified when McLean was tabbed to start the World Baseball Classic championship game for Team USA.
New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 20
Mets' Top Prospect Reportedly Expected to Make Opening Day Roster
One of the New York Mets' top prospects is set to be a part of the team's Opening Day roster, at least according to one well-known MLB insider. Joel Sherman
Francisco Alvarez News / Empire Sports Media / March 20
Mets’ Francisco Alvarez is ‘feeling better’ after injury scare
Spring training is often a tightrope walk for major league teams, where every stumble feels like a potential catastrophe. For New York Mets fans, seeing Francisco Alvarez exit a game early on Thursday felt like watching a recurring nightmare start all over again.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 20
Mets, Freddy Peralta seem to have understanding about possibly signing extension before Opening Day
Not long after the New York Mets acquired Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers earlier this offseason, the 29-year-old who is set to reach free agency after the 2026 season wraps up suggested he could be open to signing an extension with the club before Opening Day.
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
New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / March 20
Iconic Mets announcer Howie Rose retiring after 2026 season
New York Mets radio announcer Howie Rose announced Thursday he will retire after the 2026 season, closing a career that has spanned nearly four decades with the franchise.
Carlos Mendoza News / Yardbarker / March 20
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza made World Series promise to Howie Rose after retirement announcement
New York Mets fans were saddened to learn on Thursday morning that Rose will retire from calling Mets games after the 2026 season comes to an end.
Freddy Peralta News / Athlon Sports / March 19
Mets Facing Freddy Peralta Problem Ahead of 2026 Season
The New York Mets acquired right-handed starting pitcher Freddy Peralta in a trade from the Milwaukee Brewers this past offseason. Will Peralta be a one-year rental, though?
Kodai Senga News / Athlon Sports / March 19
2026 Fantasy Baseball: Kodai Senga's Upside for Mets Rotation & Draft Value
Three seasons ago Kodai Senga was the legitimate ace of the Mets rotation. Boasting a high K-rate and good velocity, plus a mysterious “ghost fork” pitch, Senga was a promising Japanese import.
Ronny Mauricio News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 19
Mets Option Ronny Mauricio
The Mets announced a series of roster cuts today. Most notably, infielder Ronny Mauricio has been optioned to Triple-A Syracuse. They also optioned right-hander Joey Gerber while non-roster pitchers Brandon Waddell and Mike Baumann were reassigned to minor league camp.
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