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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 3

Former Mets’ reliever claimed off waivers by AL West playoff team

After being designated for assignment on August 30th by the New York Mets, reliever José Castillo was claimed off waivers by the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 3

Mets deadline acquisition may pitch himself off a playoff roster

The New York Mets tried to build a super bullpen at the trade deadline, but the unit's construction has one major flaw. Ryan Helsley, who the Mets added to be the primary bridge to Edwin Diaz, has struggled mightily since coming to New York and had another rough performance in Detroit on Wednesday afternoon.

Nolan McLean News / Stadium Rant / September 3

Magnificent McLean Leads Mets To 12-5 Victory! Is Rookie Of The Year Possible?

Nolan McLean is the calm settling down a storm. The New York Mets, in freefall before his callup, have played winning baseball during his Big Apple stay.

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Ryan Helsley News / Sporting News / September 3

Mets' manager addresses Ryan Helsley's struggles following Wednesday's loss

Ryan Helsley gives up another home run in Wednesday's loss to the Tigers

Kevin Parada News / New York Mets on SI / September 3

Mets promote former first-round pick to Triple-A Syracuse

One of the New York Mets' first-round draft picks and former top prospects is moving up in the farm system. First reported by Mike Mayer of Metsmerized, catcher Kevin Parada has been promoted from the Double-A Binghamton Rumble Ponies to the Triple-A Syracuse Mets.

Jose Castillo News / Field Level Media / September 3

Mariners claim LHP Jose Castillo off waivers from Mets

The Seattle Mariners claimed veteran left-hander Jose Castillo off waivers from the New York Mets on Wednesday. In a corresponding move to open a spot on the 40-man roster, the Mariners designated left-hander Joe Jacques, a minor leaguer, for assignment.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / September 3

Holmes, Helsley Struggle in Mets’ 6-2 Loss to Tigers

The Mets and Tigers wrapped up their three-game series Wednesday afternoon at Comerica Park with the Mets looking to take their second series sweep in the last couple of weeks.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 3

Mets get called out for 'belly flop' trade deadline move by ESPN

In the days and weeks leading up to the 2025 MLB trade deadline, it was clear that the New York Mets' top priority was going to be bolstering their bullpen.

Pete Alonso News / Sporting News / September 3

Mets' Pete Alonso predicted to find new team after 7 years in New York

Pete Alonso could leave the New York Mets after seven years, with reports predicting he may join a new team.

Kodai Senga News / New York Mets on SI / September 3

Mets manager gets blunt about potential Kodai Senga minor league demotion

After New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga's brutal start against the Miami Marlins on August 31 (where he gave up 5 earned runs in just 4.2 innings pitched, marking 10 straight starts that he has failed to pitch six innings), Mets manager Carlos Mendoza made a cryptic comment about Senga's future in his team's rotation.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / September 3

Mets All-Star Bracing for Potential Demotion Before MLB Playoffs

The New York Mets hold the last National League wild-card spot with their 75-64 record. To maintain their playoff positioning through the end of the regular season, the Mets are considering some drastic changes.

Nolan McLean News / Sport Relay / September 3

McLean Punches Out Seven, Mets Defeat Tigers

Rookie pitcher Nolan McLean struck out seven to help the New York Mets defeat the Detroit Tigers 12-5 on Tuesday at Comerica Park. McLean pitched for six innings and ended the outing with a 1.37 ERA after surrendering three hits, two runs, and three walks.

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New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 3

Mets Notes: Senga, Taylor, Marte

The Mets’ rotation has gotten a huge helping hand from rookies Nolan McLean and Jonah Tong over the past few weeks, which has helped paper over a series of underwhelming performances from the veterans who were expected to hold down key roles.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 3

Mets’ Pete Alonso reveals ‘impressive’ fact about Nolan McLean, and it’s not his pitching

The New York Mets beat the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday to win a three-game set on the road. Before they go for a sweep in the Motor City, everyone was waxing poetic about New York’s young starter.

Nolan McLean News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 3

Mets’ Nolan McLean pulls off eye-popping feat last seen in 1981 Fernandomania

The New York Mets are heating up at the right time, and they have rookie pitcher Nolan McLean to thank. During Tuesday night’s 12-5 win over the Detroit Tigers, the Mets rookie pitcher turned in another gem, drawing comparisons to one of the most iconic debuts in MLB history—Fernando Valenzuela’s legendary 1981 start.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza drops verdict on Nolan McLean’s fourth start

The New York Mets may have found a rotation revelation in rookie Nolan McLean, and Carlos Mendoza isn’t hiding his excitement. Following the Mets’ 12-5 win over the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park Tuesday night, the manager offered high praise for McLean’s performance.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / September 2

Pete Alonso hits two of Mets' four homers in rout of Tigers

Luis Torrens hit a three-run homer, Pete Alonso had a pair of solo shots and the visiting New York Mets romped past the Detroit Tigers 12-5 on Tuesday night.

Tyrone Taylor News / Field Level Media / September 2

Mets place OF Tyrone Taylor (hamstring) on 10-day injured list

The New York Mets placed outfielder Tyrone Taylor on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday because of a strained left hamstring. The move is retroactive to Saturday.

Jesse Winker News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 2

Mets slugger shut down, likely out for season

He has been sidelined since the middle of July with a lower back injury.

Mets place OF Tyrone Taylor (hamstring) on 10-day injured list

Mets' Nolan McLean brings unblemished record to Detroit

Mets announcer throws shade at Monica McNutt’s Shedeur Sanders blunder

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New York Mets News / Yardbarker / September 3

Juan Soto is in the midst of a historic season for the Mets

His recent torrid stretch has led to what may be one of the greatest all-around seasons in MLB history.

Monster Soto performance shows why he was worth massive contract

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Rays All-Star achieves franchise, MLB history with 40th HR

Former first-round pick giving Angels hope amid another disappointing season

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Juan Soto News / Yardbarker / September 2

Monster Soto performance shows why he was worth contract

Monster Juan Soto performance shows why he was worth massive contract

Soto played like a $765M man on Monday.

'Rally Reds' do it again with a walk-off victory over Blue Jays

Carson Kelly fuels furious Cubs comeback over Braves

Red Sox awarded controversial HR on ball caught by Guardians player

Padres bullpen dealt tough blow with injury to All-Star reliever

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Giants make major announcement regarding pitcher's health

New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / September 1

Mets announcer throws shade at Monica McNutt’s Shedeur Sanders blunder

ESPN’s Monica McNutt is going to have a hard time living down her on-air blunder, at least based on how many other people are still bringing it up. New York Mets broadcaster Gary Cohen alluded to it Monday while calling the Mets’ game against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park in Detroit, Mich.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Angels sign Jose Urena, place Tyler Anderson on IL

The Los Angeles Angels announced Sunday afternoon that they’ve signed right-hander Jose Urena to a major league contract. He’ll take the active roster spot of left-hander Tyler Anderson, who is headed to the 15-day injured list with a left oblique strain.