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New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / July 12

A look at Jonah Tong and Carson Benge in the Futures Game

The Mets No. 2 and No. 3 prospects played in the annual showcase on Saturday afternoon in Atlanta. While the Mets clinched a series win in Kansas City on Saturday afternoon, a pair of the organization’s top prospects — RHP Jonah Tong and OF Carson Benge — helped secure a victory in Atlanta for the National League at the Futures Game.

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Francisco Lindor News / New York Mets on SI / July 12

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor makes MLB history

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor recorded his 200th career stolen base in the fourth inning of Saturday’s game, joining an exclusive club in the process.

Juan Soto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 12

Juan Soto sends home run into Royals fountains

Francisco Lindor’s three-run blast helped propel the New York Mets past the Kansas City Royals in their series opener on Friday. Juan Soto added a ninth-inning homer as New York won for the sixth time in the last nine games.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 12

Flamethrower closer is 'the guy' Mets want in trade, per ex-GM

In a July 2 article, ESPN's David Schoenfield made a case for why the New York Mets should work a trade for Baltimore Orioles closer Félix Bautista before this year's deadline.

Mark Vientos News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Mark Vientos Reacts to Mets' Win Over Royals

For much of the 2025 season, Mark Vientos has struggled to replicate the offensive spark he showed last postseason. But on Friday night in Kansas City, the 25-year-old reminded the Mets — and himself — of what he’s capable of when the moment is right.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / New York Mets on SI / July 12

MLB insider reveals Mets tried to re-acquire Pete Crow-Armstrong

The New York Mets have been active at the trade deadline since Steve Cohen bought the team prior to the 2021 season, but one of their biggest regrets came from Cohen's first deadline.

Carlos Mendoza News / New York Mets on SI / July 12

Mets reliever Dedniel Núñez to undergo second Tommy John surgery

The New York Mets' bullpen took a significant hit on Saturday as manager Carlos Mendoza gave an update on injured reliever Dedniel Núñez. For the second time in his career, Núñez will have Tommy John surgery on his right arm.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / July 12

Game Chat: Mets vs Royals, 4:10 PM

Saturday, July 12, 2025 • 4:10 PM Kauffman Stadium • Kansas City, MO RHP Frankie Montas (1-1, 6.14) vs. RHP Michael Lorenzen (5-8, 4.61) SNY I’ll admit it, I thought Friday night’s game was over when Bobby Witt Jr.

Cedric Mullins News / New York Mets on SI / July 12

Ex-Mets GM asserts outfield trade target is 'excellent fit' for New York

In a June 25 live stream with Bleacher Report, MLB insider Jon Heyman conveyed that Baltimore Orioles outfielder Cedric Mullins seems to make a lot of sense for the New York Mets to pursue via trade before the July 31 deadline.

Carlos Mendoza News / Mets Merized Online / July 12

Dedniel Núñez To Undergo Tommy John Surgery

29-year-old reliever Dedniel Núñez is set to undergo Tommy John surgery next week, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed. The Mets had initially diagnosed Núñez with a right elbow sprain, but further testing has evidently made surgery necessary.

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New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / July 12

Dedniel Núñez to have Tommy John surgery next week

Núñez started having issues with his arm last summer, and his 2025 season is over. Mets relief pitcher Dedniel Núñez will undergo Tommy John surgery next week, per Mets manager Carlos Mendoza in his pre-game media availability today in Kansas City.

Dedniel Nunez News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12

Mets right-hander to undergo Tommy John surgery

Right-hander Dedniel Nunez will undergo Tommy John surgery, according to multiple Mets beat writers. Nunez was placed on the 15-day IL on July 3 with a right elbow sprain, and said at the time that surgery was a possibility.

Jett Williams News / New York Mets on SI / July 12

Mets' No. 1 prospect homers twice on Friday, continues bounce-back season

New York Mets No. 1 prospect Jett Williams is generating serious buzz and excitement after his two-homer game last night and overall resurgent 2025 season with Double-A Binghamton.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 12

Mr. Met has hilarious viral moment at Lumineers concert

Mr. Met is going to have to keep it on the baseball field after the beloved New York Mets mascot has a fall on stage. The Mets’ iconic mascot showed up as a surprise guest at the Lumineers concert on Friday (July 11) in Flushing, NY, where his appearance has now gone viral online due to his nasty fall.

Mark Vientos News / New York Mets on SI / July 12

Mark Vientos gets his confidence back in Mets' comeback win over Royals

"Swaggy V" is back. After struggling greatly this season and missing considerable time with an injury, Mark Vientos looks like he has finally regained some of his confidence.

Jim Wolf News / Larry Brown Sports / July 12

Umpire Jim Wolf had brutal night in Mets-Royals game

Jim Wolf has faced calls for his job this season, from fans and analysts alike. He is currently ranked 77th of 90 MLB umpires, and his performance on Friday night during a game between the New York Mets and Kansas City Royals did not help his case.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 12

Mets aim for series victory against Royals

Going into the All-Star break with momentum will be vital for the New York Mets, who have righted the ship following a 12-15 record in June. The Mets will look for a second straight win and a series victory Saturday afternoon against the host Kansas City Royals, who don't want to be streaking in the wrong direction headed into the break.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / July 12

Mark Vientos, Francisco Lindor rally Mets past Royals

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New York Mets News / Yardbarker / July 9

Lindor has funny reason for wanting Soto at ASG

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Francisco Lindor addressed Juan Soto's All-Star Game snub on Tuesday.

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New York Mets News / LWOSports.com / July 9

The Mets Are Sitting on a Goldmine — It’s Time to Make a Blockbuster Trade

The New York Mets are red-hot, the division is wide open, and the clock is ticking. However, the amazin’s have gotten mounds of offense from their top-four hitters in the lineup.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / July 9