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Steve Cohen News / Mets Merized Online / September 22

Cohen Says Mets Will Add to Front Office

David Stearns’ job as president of baseball operations is safe, but coming off two underachieving seasons, owner Steve Cohen wants to get him more help in the front office.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / September 22

The Mets Like Big Swing Changes And They Cannot Lie

The Mets welcome change. Especially to hitting mechanics. The evidence is scattered throughout their farm system. Across the organization, swing tweaks pop up seemingly weekly, tinkering is encouraged, and bat path adjustments are as common as a Jefry Yan strikeout celly.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / September 22

Minors Weekly Report: No Mets Affiliates Make Postseason

The Syracuse Mets finished their season 5-1 in a six-game series against the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs. Despite the strong finish, the Mets just missed clinching a spot in the postseason by 1.5 games, meaning their season has come to an end.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 22

5 Storylines for Mets Fans to Watch for in Final Week of Regular Season

Monday marks the final off day of the 2026 campaign for the New York Mets before a lot more of them start next week. With the Mets officially eliminated from postseason contention, their six-game road trip to Texas and Washington will mark the conclusion of their disappointing 2026 season.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Jonah Tong News / Sport Relay / September 22

Jonah Tong Faces Challenges in Mets Return

Since returning to the New York Mets from Triple-A Syracuse, right-hander Jonah Tong has shown poise and faced challenges on the rubber. Across his last three outings, the former top prospect has recorded 25 strikeouts in more than 25 innings.

Jefry Yan News / Athlon Sports / September 21

Mets' Jefry Yan is Making Case for Bullpen Role Beyond 2026

Most of the players the New York Mets moved at this summer’s MLB trade deadline were relievers. A.J. Minter, Huascar Brazobán, Brooks Raley, and Luke Weaver were all dealt to buyers.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / September 21

Howie Rose shares emotional message for Mets fans in last game as full-time broadcaster

Rose shared an emotional message to Mets fans.

Mets' Jared Young out of hospital after terrifying collision

Has Kodai Senga Found His Ideal Role as Mets Closer?

The 'N.L. HR champs since 1994' quiz

New York Mets News / EssentiallySports / September 20

Steve Cohen Shuts Down GM Talk, Reveals What’s Really Coming for Mets’ Front Office

Despite $765M on Soto and a mid-season manager change, the New York Mets still face a front-office overhaul. In 2026, they added Bo Bichette, Freddy Peralta, and Marcus Semien.

Carson Benge News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Carson Benge Sets New York Mets Rookie Record

The New York Mets haven’t had much to cheer about this year, but in game 154, outfielder Carson Benge set a new franchise rookie record with his 156th hit of the season.

Chance Sisco News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Former New York Mets Catcher Has Retired

Chance Sisco, the catcher who finished his major league career in a New York Mets uniform, announced Friday that he is retiring from professional baseball at age 31.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / September 19

Francisco Alvarez's blast ignites Mets rout of Phillies

Francisco Alvarez had two hits Saturday, including the go-ahead three-run homer in the fifth, as the host New York Mets routed the skidding Philadelphia Phillies 10-3.

Kodai Senga News / Just Baseball / September 19

Has Kodai Senga Found His Ideal Role as Mets Closer?

Despite a season full of countless failures for the New York Mets in 2026, they may have found a victory as the season winds down. Kodai Senga’s major league career ebbs and flows about as much as possible.

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The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / September 19

Mets' Jared Young out of hospital after terrifying collision

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young will miss the remainder of the season after a concussion suffered in a terrifying collision with pitcher Nolan McLean during Thursday night’s 3-0 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field.

Mets share update on Jared Young injury after scary moment in loss to Phillies

Mets’ Jared Young gets carted off after scary collision with teammate Nolan McLean

Jared Young News / Field Level Media / September 19

Mets 1B Jared Young (concussion) out for season

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was home recovering from a concussion on Friday, and the team shut him down for the remainder of the season. Young was knocked unconscious briefly after an on-field collision with teammate Nolan McLean on Thursday in the 3-0 loss to the visiting Philadelphia Phillies.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mets' Juan Soto's latest HR places him among MLB legends

While the 2026 season may be one New York Mets fans plan to forget, Juan Soto has reason to remember it as a special one for his career.

Cade Cavalli reaches 200 strikeouts as Nationals rout Cardinals

Nationals to sign Cavalli to four-year contract extension

Sonny Gray reportedly could pull a shocker this offseason

Dodgers make big Edwin Diaz decision

Roman Anthony sparks offense as Red Sox stop Rays' streak

Jose Ramirez reaches 1,000 career RBI as Guardians top Athletics

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Mets Facing Mark Vientos Decision After Unfortunate News

The New York Mets have shifted their lineup on Friday, a day after first baseman Jared Young left Thursday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies after a scary collision.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mets share update on Jared Young injury after scary moment in loss to Phillies

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was stretchered off the field in the top of the sixth inning of Thursday's home game against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Mets 1B Jared Young (head) taken off field on stretcher

Four managerial fits for MLB teams that could make a change

Former Mets GM blasts team's decision to part ways with Orioles' Pete Alonso

The 'N.L. HR champs since 1994' quiz

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Andy Green: Jared Young has full use of extremities after collision

Thursday night’s New York Mets-Philadelphia Phillies game featured one of the scariest injuries of the 2026 season.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17

Four managerial fits for MLB teams that could make a change

With the offseason approaching, several recognizable names could make sense for a few clubs looking for a different direction.

The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

Jefry Yan News / Larry Brown Sports / September 17

Mets’ Jefry Yan debuts a more muted strikeout celebration

Jefry Yan appears to have learned his lesson. The New York Mets reliever Yan pitched Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles (which ended up as a 7-1 victory for Baltimore).

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 16

Sean Manaea seemed upset at Mets fans over reaction to Orioles' Pete Alonso hitting 300th home run

Alonso received a curtain call from Mets fans after hitting a game-tying home run in the ninth inning on Tuesday.

Pete Alonso enjoys warm welcome in return to Citi Field

Mets players send messages to fans about return of Orioles' Pete Alonso

Former Mets GM Sandy Alderson blasts team's decision to part ways with Orioles' Pete Alonso

Pete Alonso hits 300th homer at former home ballpark, joins elite company

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

Pete Alonso News / Yardbarker / September 16

Pete Alonso hits 300th homer at former home ballpark, joins elite company

It’s fitting that Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso reached a personal milestone at Citi Field on Tuesday night.

Pete Alonso enjoys warm welcome in return to Citi Field

Former Mets GM Sandy Alderson blasts team's decision to part ways with Orioles' Pete Alonso

Mets players send messages to fans about return of Orioles' Pete Alonso

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 16

Former Mets GM blasts team's decision to part ways with Alonso

Former Mets GM blasts team's decision to part ways with Orioles' Pete Alonso

A homegrown talent who had played only for the Mets since making his MLB debut in 2019, Alonso broke the franchise's all-time home run record last summer.

Pete Alonso enjoys warm welcome in return to Citi Field

Pete Alonso chases homer No. 300 as Orioles continue set vs. Mets

Orioles' Pete Alonso reflects on chants from Mets fans amid return to Citi Field

The 'Single-season HR leader by team' quiz

Bo Bichette News / Yardbarker / September 14

Bo Bichette reveals when he will make major career decision

Throughout the summer, New York Mets infielder Bo Bichette had carefully spoken about the opt-out decision that hovers over his status regarding his short-term future.

Carson Benge a bright spot in disappointing Mets season

Mets players send messages to fans about return of Orioles' Pete Alonso

Trevor Story continues to provide late-game insurance for Red Sox

Dylan Cease on pace to climb Blue Jays' single-season strikeout ranks

Insider shares new worrisome update about a potential MLB lockout