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Mets NL East rival's star receives 80 game suspension for PEDS

The biggest threat to the New York Mets winning the National League East title just lost their best relief arm. Philadelphia Phillies star left-handed reliever Jose Alvarado has received an 80 game suspension for performance-enhancing drugs.

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Braves Claim Kevin Herget

The Braves announced that right-hander Kevin Herget has been claimed off waivers from the Mets and been assigned to Triple-A Gwinnett. The Mets designated Herget for assignment on Thursday.

Paul Skenes News / New York Mets on SI / May 18

Would a Paul Skenes trade make sense for Mets?

After 22-year-old Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes faced the New York Mets on May 12, he sent a strong message about the Mets' lineup when speaking with the media.

New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 18

New York Mets' Electric Pitching Prospect Just Keeps Dominating After Perfect Game

After throwing 6.2 perfect innings last week, New York Mets prospect Jonah Tong continued to roll on Saturday for Double-A Binghamton. The No. 6 prospect in the organization, per MLB Pipeline, he struck out eight batters over six scoreless innings.

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New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / May 18

Big Four Leading High-A Brooklyn To Powerful Offensive start

The Brooklyn Cyclones (High-A) roster is littered with top prospects. First-round selections, blossoming middle-round selections, and a shining reflection of the work put in by the New York Mets’ new player development group.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / May 18

Incredible Collectible From 1986 New York Mets World Series Just Sold for $183,000

The final baseball used in the 1986 World Series has sold at auction for $183,000, according to a report from Cllct. The New York Mets defeated the Boston Red Sox in seven games during that series, and that represents the most recent championship for New York.

Griffin Canning News / Mets Merized Online / May 18

Canning Survives Tough Yankees Lineup Continuing His Strong Season

New York Mets’ starter Griffin Canning wasn’t able to go past the 5 1/3-inning mark on Saturday, however, he did enough to scatter seven hits and allow only two runs against a New York Yankees lineup with the second-highest OPS in the major leagues.

MLB News / New York Mets on SI / May 18

Mets' star excited for potential World Series matchup with Yankees

All eyes in the baseball world were on New York this weekend. The annual Subway Series between the New York Mets and the New York Yankees has a little

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 18

Yankees, Mets battle in rubber game of Subway Series

The first two games of a hyped Subway Series between the New York Mets and New York Yankees came down to dramatic encounters between sluggers Juan Soto and Aaron Judge against opposing closers.

Juan Soto News / Fastball on SI / May 18

Juan Soto Makes Personal History on Bases in New York Mets Win Over New York Yankees

The New York Mets beat the New York Yankees 3-2 on Saturday afternoon at Yankee Stadium, taking game two of the Subway Series from the American League champions.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / May 18

Your daily Mets trivia game, Sunday edition

Think you can figure out what Mets player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. Hello Mets fans! We’d like to introduce you to our brand new Amazin Avenue In-5 daily trivia game.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18

NL East Notes: Young, Mauricio, Edwards

Today’s game between the Nationals and the Orioles included a scary moment where Nats center fielder Jacob Young crashed into the outfield wall at full speed and went down, as noted by Spencer Nausbaum of the Washington Post.

Jose Quintana News / Athlon Sports / May 17

Ex-Mets 10-Game Winner Seeks 'Second Opinion' After IL News

Veteran starter Jose Quintana managed to revive his career over the past few MLB seasons, and the latter two came as a member of the New York Mets. Last year, Quintana was a key member of the Mets' starting rotation, winning 10 games over 31 starts.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / May 17

Carlos Mendoza Had Words for Brett Baty After Yankees' Loss to Mets

New York Mets infielder Brett Baty has had a whirlwind of a season so far. The 25-year-old went on a five-game hit streak in April before being sent down to the minors when Jeff McNeil returned from his oblique injury. The Mets (29-17) called Baty back up on May 5, and he's slashing .292/.292/.792 with four homers and seven RBI since then.

Ronny Mauricio News / New York Mets on SI / May 17

Mets' Ronny Mauricio optioned to Triple-A Syracuse

The New York Mets reinstated Ronny Mauricio from the 10-day injured list on Saturday and sent him to Triple-A Syracuse. He is coming off of a rehab assignment in Single-A and Double-A, returning from an ACL injury.

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Pete Alonso News / Athlon Sports / May 17

Pete Alonso Had Words After Yankees' Loss to Mets

The New York Mets got their payback after losing 6-2 to the New York Yankees on Friday, defeating them 3-2 on Saturday thanks to RBI by Pete Alonso, Mark Vientos, and Francisco Lindor.

Edwin Diaz News / New York Mets on SI / May 17

Mets' Edwin Diaz showing signs of recapturing dominant form

Edwin Díaz was at his absolute best on Saturday when he secured a dramatic one-run win for the New York Mets against the New York Yankees. After the Mets

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / May 17

This veteran right-hander has been a revelation for the Mets

Griffin Canning's latest outing, a five-plus inning start in his first Subway Series at Yankee Stadium on Saturday, resulted in just two earned runs allowed and four strikeouts against one walk.

Mets Pitcher Griffin Canning on a Tear to Start This Season

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Insider shares how Juan Soto is fitting in with Mets amid inconsistent start

Carlos Mendoza News / Athlon Sports / May 17

Mets’ Carlos Mendoza Reacts to Trade News Before Yankees Game

The New York Mets don’t have any big-name pitchers other than Kodai Senga, but they still have an MLB-best 2.89 ERA collectively heading into Saturday’s game against the New York Yankees.

Juan Soto News / Field Level Media / May 17

Juan Soto, Mets attempt to level Subway Series in Bronx

His initial return to Yankee Stadium out of the way, Juan Soto will aim for a better result when he and the New York Mets visit the New York Yankees again on Saturday.

Griffin Canning News / Last Word On Sports / May 17

Mets Pitcher Griffin Canning on a Tear to Start This Season

The New York Mets have the best starting pitching ERA in baseball at 2.89. One major reason behind this is the emergence of Griffin Canning. Before this season, the 2017 draftee‘s lowest ERA of his career was 3.99 in 2020 over just 11 starts.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 16