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The New York Mets have been trying almost everything to snap out of their two-month plus malaise, working on various solutions to prop up struggling areas of the team.

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Sunday, August 17, 2025 • 7:10 PM Journey Bank Ballpark • Williamsport, PA RHP George Kirby (8-5, 3.71) vs. RHP Clay Holmes (9-6, 3.71) ESPN The New York Mets try to win back-to-back games Sunday tonight as they head to Williamsport for the Little League game.

Tylor Megill News / New York Mets on SI / August 17

Mets' Tylor Megill dominant in latest rehab start

Starting rotation help is on the way for the New York Mets. Right-hander Tylor Megill is making steady progress in his rehab and looks poised to rejoin the team soon enough.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 17

Carlos Mendoza sends strong message about New York Mets fans booing him

After what had been a disappointing past few weeks to say the least, New York Mets fans were treated to a memorable MLB debut from top prospect Nolan McLean on August 16.

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New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / August 17

Early Look At How The Trade Deadline Subtractions Have Performed

The July 31 MLB Trade Deadline was only 17 days ago. However, the New York Mets were extremely busy and saw a lot of prospects, albeit mainly in the lower levels, depart the system.

Pete Alonso News / Mets Merized Online / August 17

Pete Alonso Hits The 100 RBI Mark Once Again

The New York Mets’ slugging first baseman continues to produce at an elite level. Pete Alonso drove in his 100th run of the season on Saturday against the Seattle Mariners, making it the fourth time across his seven year big league career he has done so.

Francisco Alvarez News / New York Mets on SI / August 17

Francisco Alvarez proving he is the Mets’ franchise catcher

It wasn't long ago that optimism surrounding New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez was at an all-time low. After suffering a fractured hamate bone in his left hand during Spring Training, Alvarez didn't make his season debut until April 25.

Nolan McLean News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 17

Why Mets should be fired up about Nolan McLean’s MLB debut

The New York Mets have been spiraling over the past few weeks, but Saturday’s 3-1 victory against the Seattle Mariners offered at least one reason to be excited about the immediate future.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 17

After rare recent win, Mets meet Mariners in Little League Classic

Nolan McLean became the youngest pitcher on the New York Mets upon his promotion from Triple-A on Saturday. The Mets hope the boost the 24-year-old provided will carry into Sunday night when the Mets travel to the symbol of youth baseball and face the Seattle Mariners in the Little League Classic in Williamsport, Pa.

Francisco Lindor News / New York Mets on SI / August 17

New York Mets star Francisco Lindor makes history

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor is now on a mountain all by himself amongst shortstops in MLB history. During the Mets' 3-1 win against the Seattle

Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / August 16

Francisco Lindor Makes MLB History Against Mariners

Francisco Lindor turned a pivotal seventh-inning swipe into both personal history and a morale-boosting spark for the New York Mets. In Saturday’s 3-1 triumph over the Seattle Mariners at Citi Field, Lindor executed his 20th stolen base of the season, marking the fifth 20/20 campaign of his career, the most ever by a shortstop in MLB history.

Nolan McLean News / Total Apex Sports / August 16

New York Mets Starting Pitcher Nolan McLean Delivers In MLB Debut

Look, we’ve all been burned before by hyped-up prospects making their big league debuts. You know the drill – some 22-year-old gets called up, throws three innings of absolute chaos, and suddenly everyone’s pretending like “he just needs time to adjust” while secretly knowing he’ll be back in Triple-A by Tuesday.

New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / August 16

Juan Soto Ties Mickey Mantle in Powerful Baseball History with Latest Home Run

NEW YORK -- New York Mets standout Juan Soto hit his 30th home run of the season on Friday night, but it came in another tough loss for the group at Citi Field.

Bryan Woo News / Fastball on SI / August 16

New York Mets Join Unwanted Franchise History as Second-Half Swoon Continues

NEW YORK -- The New York Mets suffered another tough defeat as their second-half swoon continued on Friday night. The Mets fell to six games back in the National League East race after falling 11-9 against the Seattle Mariners at Citi Field.

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Juan Soto News / The Spun / August 15

New York Radio Host Floats Absurd Theory About Juan Soto

You can always tell that things are going poorly in New York City sports when the radio people start floating their craziest ideas about the players. For WFAN's Brandon Tierney, Juan Soto's struggles amid the New York Mets' ongoing slump has him lamenting the long-term deal that the team signed him to last year.

New York Mets News / Total Apex Sports / August 15

The New York Mets Are Making the Wrong Type Of History

The New York Mets are embroiled in a historically bad stretch on the diamond. They are only the second team in the last 30 years to have the league’s best record in June or later and then have a 2-13 stretch in the same season.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / August 15

Francisco Lindor reveals 'most important thing' amid Mets' ongoing crisis

The New York Mets fell to 2-13 over their past 15 games when they blew yet another lead en route to suffering a 4-3 loss to the lowly Atlanta Braves on Thursday night.

While Mariners try to end brief skid, Mets hope to revive season

Mets' playoff chances in jeopardy after latest tough loss

Pete Alonso gets awesome gift from Mets after breaking HR record

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Carlos Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / August 15

Carlos Mendoza Faces Intense Backlash for Comments After Mets’ 13th Loss in 15 Games

The New York Mets are currently enduring the toughest skid of their season, turning what might have been a typical slump into a full-blown nightmare. At the start of July, the Mets were firmly in contention to win the NL East and potentially compete as one of the top teams in the National League.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / August 14

Pete Alonso gets awesome gift from Mets after breaking HR record

Pete Alonso is officially the New York Mets' all-time home run king, and the team has pulled out all the stops.

Pete Alonso sends message about future after becoming Mets' home run king

Could this 'motivating factor' cause Pete Alonso to re-sign with Mets?

Scout shares big prediction about future of Mets' Nolan McLean

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New York Mets News / Yardbarker / August 14

Wild stat shows how bad Mets starting pitching has been

Starting rotation has been awful at eating innings in the last two months.

Scout shares big prediction about future of Mets' Nolan McLean

Mets manager gives blunt response to blowing six-run lead

Could this 'motivating factor' cause Pete Alonso to re-sign with Mets?

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Rafael Ortega News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 14

Veteran outfielder opts out of Mets deal

Veteran outfielder Rafael Ortega triggered an opt-out clause in his minor league deal with the Mets and was granted his release, MLBTR has learned. He’s a free agent who can sign with any club.

New York Mets News / LWOSports.com / August 13

Mets Could Fill Void with Massive Rival Free Agent

The New York Mets have pulled off a massive jersey swap before, with the acquisition of Juan Soto in free agency on a massive 15-year, $765 million deal.

New York Mets News / LWOSports.com / August 14

Mets First Baseman Pete Alonso Making Baseball History

It was truly a historic night on Tuesday for slugging first baseman Pete Alonso, who leap-frogged Darryl Strawberry to become the New York Mets franchise home run leader.

New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / August 13

Mets hit so many home runs they ran out of fireworks

The New York Mets finally snapped their losing streak on Tuesday night, and they did so in such dramatic fashion that they ran out of pyrotechnics. The Mets hit six home runs as a team in their 13-5 win over the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.