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On YouTubeNew York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / August 18
Elian Peña Sizzling at the Plate 
The Mets signed Elian Peña to a $5 million club-record signing bonus for international prospects earlier this year, putting a bright spotlight on the still 17-year-old.
Francisco Lindor News / New York Mets on SI / August 18
Mets superstar shortstop named NL Player of the Week
Once again, Francisco Lindor is proving to be the engine that drives the New York Mets. With the club 6-14 in their last 20 games and barely clinging to the final NL Wild Card spot, they needed one of their stars to break out of their slump.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 18
Finally with some momentum, Mets set to face Nationals
The New York Mets look to continue their modest upswing on Tuesday when they open a three-game series against the host Washington Nationals. The Mets matched
The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Paul Blackburn News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18
Mets place Paul Blackburn on release waivers
The Mets have requested unconditional release waivers on right-hander Paul Blackburn, according to Mike Puma of The New York Post. Blackburn was designated for assignment on Saturday when the Mets called up Nolan McLean.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 18
New York Mets top prospect wins Player of the Week Award
It didn't take long for Jonah Tong to immediately make a name for himself at the Triple-A level. The New York Mets' top pitching prospect was named Player of the Week for the Triple-A Syracuse Mets after the right-hander dazzled in his first start.
New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / August 18
3 Up, 3 Down: Mets Snap Skid With Mariners Series Win
This weekend will go down as one to remember for the New York Mets. Mired in an all-time slump, the Mets hit rock bottom in the series opener on Friday night after blowing yet another lead.
Mark Vientos News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18
Mets’ Mark Vientos wants to give gift to Little Leaguer who called HR
It was a fun night in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on Sunday, especially for Mark Vientos and the New York Mets, as they defeated the Seattle Mariners at BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field to secure their second victory in a row and win the three-game series outright.
New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18
Mets’ Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor join legends in franchise history
The New York Mets are starting to turn things around again, as they picked up back-to-back wins in their recently concluded three-game series against the Seattle Mariners.
New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 18
Mets finally turning things around with Little League Classic win
The New York Mets have found themselves victorious in the Little League Classic. New York won their second game in a row and have finally taken a series win, feats that have been far and few between for this team as of late.
New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / August 18
New York Mets Make Baserunning History Not Seen Since 2007 in Sunday Win
The New York Mets upended the Seattle Mariners 7-3 on Sunday night at the Little League Classic in Williamsport, Penn. The Mets got a gutsy starting pitching performance from Clay Holmes and also got a three-run home run from Mark Vientos to fuel the victory.
David Stearns News / New York Mets on SI / August 18
Insider suggests David Stearns 'kicking himself' over Mets trade deadline mistake
On August 12, SNY MLB insider Andy Martino made a fascinating X post that came in the wake of the New York Mets announcing that pitcher Frankie Montas would be getting moved to the bullpen after struggling as a starter, and that top prospects Brandon Sproat and Nolan McLean are "possibilities" to take Montas' spot in the rotation.
Juan Soto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18
Mets’ Juan Soto’s heartwarming gesture to Little Leaguers midgame
The New York Mets secured a 7-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Sunday night at the 2025 MLB Little League Classic in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. However, the spotlight shone brightest on Juan Soto, who shared a heaertwarming moment with little leaguers behind the homeplate.
Mark Vientos News / Field Level Media / August 17
Mark Vientos (4 RBIs), Mets top Mariners in Little League Classic
Mark Vientos lofted a sacrifice fly in a three-run second inning and hit a three-run homer to spark a four-run outburst in the fifth frame for the New York Mets, who earned a series win by beating the Seattle Mariners 7-3 in the Little League Classic in Williamsport, Pa., on Sunday.
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 / 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 / MLB Trade Rumors / August 15
Paul Blackburn's time with Mets comes to an end
The Mets are going to designate right-hander Paul Blackburn for assignment, reports Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. That will be the corresponding move for the promotion of Nolan McLean, a move that was previously reported.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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