New York Mets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Francisco Alvarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 13

Mets Place Francisco Alvarez On Injured List Due To Meniscus Tear

The Mets announced Wednesday that catcher Francisco Alvarez has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a torn meniscus in his right knee. Fellow catcher Hayden Senger has been recalled from Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding move.

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Francisco Lindor News / Athlon Sports / May 13

Mets’ Francisco Lindor Injury Update Emerges Before Tigers Game

The New York Mets enter Wednesday’s home matchup against the Detroit Tigers at 16-25, sitting in last place in the National League East. New York has fallen short of expectations early in 2026, and to make matters worse, the club is without one of its best players in shortstop Francisco Lindor.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / May 13

Are You Buying or Selling Mets Players in Fantasy Baseball 2026?

Before the 2026 season, the New York Mets were supposed to be a fantasy goldmine. Juan Soto was healthy and fully acclimated to Flushing. Francisco Lindor was coming off a monster 2025.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13

Mets’ David Stearns wants to move on from Carlos Mendoza job security questions

The New York Mets have not had the season they wanted, and it has led to questions regarding the future of the team. Many have wondered if manager Carlos Mendoza’s job security is on the line, and David Stearns reiterated that he’s fine.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / May 13

Mets’ prospect makes history in MLB debut

Desperate for offense, the New York Mets called up top outfield prospect AJ Ewing ahead of their series opener against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday at Citi Field in Queens, N.Y.

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Francisco Alvarez News / Total Pro Sports / May 13

What Happened To Francisco Alvarez? Latest Update On The Mets Catcher’s Injury

The New York Mets just cannot catch a break in their horrendous start to the 2026 campaign. While most of the superstars are struggling to perform close to their potential, the team is also missing some key personnel due to injury.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / May 13

Mets' Carlos Mendoza has one A.J. Ewing concern after stellar debut

While manager Carlos Mendoza was understandably pleased with what Ewing offered the struggling Mets at Citi Field, the skipper also pumped the breaks on expectations.

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A.J. Ewing News / Sport Relay / May 13

A.J. Ewing Shines in Mets Debut Win Over Tigers

Prospect A.J. Ewing made his major league debut for the New York Mets and played a key role in the 10–2 blowout win over the Detroit Tigers. At Citi Field on Tuesday, Ewing was the center of attention and rose to the occasion, reaching base four times and driving in two runs.

Francisco Alvarez News / ESPN / May 13

Alvarez's knee injury dampens Mets' blowout win

Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez is scheduled to undergo an MRI after leaving Tuesday's 10-2 win with a right knee injury.

A.J. Ewing News / Athlon Sports / May 12

A.J. Ewing Impresses for Mets in Historic Debut

It's been a long season in Queens, but New York Mets fans finally had something to cheer about on Tuesday night. The much-anticipated debut of outfielder and top prospect A.J.

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

Mets' Francisco Álvarez Exits Game with Knee Injury

The New York Mets may have another injury to worry about. Francisco Álvarez exited the Mets' 10-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday due to a right knee injury and will undergo imaging on Wednesday.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12

Mets’ Francisco Lindor, Luis Robert Jr get injury updates ahead of Tigers series

If the New York Mets are going to turn things around, Francisco Lindor and Luis Robert Jr will need to play pivotal roles in the lineup. However, they can’t do that as long as they are on the shelf.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12

Ken Rosenthal drops ‘desperation’ take on Mets’ latest move

The New York Mets are mired in a difficult season, and one Major League Baseball insider thinks the team is getting desperate for change. Ken Rosenthal is giving his two cents on the Mets’ latest move.

Carson Benge News / Just Baseball / May 12

Despite the Slow Start, Carson Benge Can Be the Mets’ Spark

The New York Mets opted to give Carson Benge (Just Baseball No. 11 prospect) a roster spot on Opening Day to begin the 2026 Major League Baseball season.