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Mets’ Kodai Senga takes crucial step toward injury return

The New York Mets’ starting rotation may receive a crucial reinforcement before the 2024 MLB playoffs. According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, starting pitcher Kodai Senga is expected to start on Saturday in Triple-A.

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New York Mets Set Rehab Start Date For Ace Kodai Senga

The New York Mets may be getting a much-needed starting pitcher back in their rotation soon. Prior to New York's game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday, manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters that ace starting pitcher Kodai Senga will make a rehab start for Triple-A Syracuse on Saturday.

Mark Vientos News / Mets Merized Online / September 20

Vientos Has Earned Silver Slugger Award Consideration

Mark Vientos has a higher OPS than Manny Machado, more home runs than Matt Chapman and a higher batting average than Nolan Arenado. That’s impressive company for a 24-year-old who began the season at Triple-A Syracuse and has inserted himself into the Silver Slugger conversation as the best offensive third baseman in the National League.

Pete Alonso News / New York Mets on SI / September 20

Cross-Town Rival Could Pursue Mets' Pete Alonso on This Condition

Perhaps the two top hitters slated to enter free agency this offseason are New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso and 25-year-old New York Yankees superstar Juan Soto.

New York Mets News / Mets360.com / September 20

Pitching and hitting contributing to Mets’ recent slate of blowout wins

Conventional wisdom used to be that the good teams knew how to win the close ones. And while it’s true that generally good teams have good records in one-run games, where they really shine is in blowouts, games decided by five or more runs.

Jose Iglesias News / Total Apex Sports / September 20

New York Mets Jose Iglesias Makes History

With a single to lead off the bottom of the third inning last night, New York Mets Infielder Jose Iglesias extended his hitting streak to a whopping 13 games.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / September 20

Mets Announce Player Development Award Winners

On Friday morning, the Mets announced the recipients of their annual Player Development Awards, which are bestowed upon minor league players and staff members.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 20

Mets’ José Iglesias Joins Iconic Journeyman with Latest Hitting Streak

José Iglesias has been a cornerstone in the New York Mets' clubhouse in 2024, and his role has only grown in importance with Jeff McNeil sidelined for the rest of the season due to a wrist fracture and Francisco Lindor managing a back injury.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / September 20

This Week in Mets Quotes: Senga wants to vibe with the Mets, Lindor on his back injury

Lots of interesting, funny, idiotic, and insightful things were said by the Mets—and about them—recently. Here are some of our favorites. Your 2024 New York Mets: The Vibes are Amazing.

Brandon Nimmo News / Mets Merized Online / September 20

Nimmo’s Stellar Night Aids Mets’ Playoff Push

The New York Mets continue to score runs at will following Thursday’s 10-6 win over the Philadelphia Phillies, during which four different players contributed via the long ball.

New York Mets News / Sporting News / September 20

Mets 'more likely landing spot' if $500 million star joins the NL East

Jon Heyman thinks the New York Mets are the likely landing spot if Juan Soto leaves the Bronx for the National League East.

MLB News / Action Network / September 20

Phillies vs. Mets prediction, pick, odds for Friday, Sept. 20

Action Network's D.J. James shares his Phillies vs. Mets prediction, pick and odds for Friday, Sept. 20.

Mets look for another 10-run outing in clash with Phillies

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New York Mets News / Fastball on SI / September 20

New York Mets Remain in Drivers Seat For Playoffs as Historic Offense Rolls

The New York Mets beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-6 at Citi Field on Thursday night as they look to secure a playoff spot for the second time in three years.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 20

Mets Superstar's MVP Hopes Dealt Brutal Blow

Heading into Thursday, the consensus top two players for the NL MVP award race were New York Mets superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor and Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 20

Mets look for another 10-run outing in clash with Phillies

It took Francisco Lindor more than five months this season to miss a game. It took the New York Mets less than a week without Lindor to produce perhaps the franchise's most impressive three-game offensive outburst: 30 runs.

Brandon Nimmo News / ClutchPoints / September 20

Brandon Nimmo admits Mets are scoreboard watching amid playoff chase

With the playoffs right around the corner, the New York Mets could not have picked a better time to step up their play. Having gone 36-22 since the All-Star break, the Mets have overtaken the Atlanta Braves for the third and final wild card spot in the NL with only nine games remaining in the season.

New York Mets News / ClutchPoints / September 19

Mets complete historic scoring barrage not seen before in franchise history

The New York Mets entered the 2024 season without too many high expectations, which is understandable given how they fell flat on their faces last year.

New York Mets News / Total Apex Sports / September 20

New York Mets Offense Powers Them To 10-6 Victory

Tonight’s game started as well as the New York Mets could have asked for against the Philadelphia Phillies. Starting Pitcher Luis Severino struck out four straight Phillies hitters to begin the game and Catcher Mark Vientos and First Baseman Pete Alonso hit back-to-back home runs to help NY take an early 2-0 lead.

New York Mets News / Viral Sports News / September 19

Mets Future Star Lands Spot on Prestigious Breakout Team

In a season full of unexpected performances for the New York Mets, Mark Vientos’ breakout campaign stands out as one of the most impressive. After starting the year in Triple-A Syracuse, Vientos was faced with the disappointment of not making the Mets’ Opening Day roster.

Francisco Lindor News / New York Mets on SI / September 19

When Will Francisco Lindor Return to New York Mets' Lineup?

NEW YORK - With 10 games left in the regular season, the New York Mets have been red-hot as they push towards cracking a Wild Card spot. However, there is some uncertainty surrounding their superstar MVP candidate shortstop Francisco Lindor, who remains out with a back injury.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 19

Look of the Day for 9/19: Run to back Walker

We weren't able to cash our third straight Look of the Day on Wednesday, as Kyle Schwarber went under his hits + runs + RBIs prop against the Milwaukee Brewers. Let's get back on track, shall we?

Phillies vs. Mets prediction, pick, odds for Thursday, Sept. 19

Mets riding loud bats into pivotal series vs. Phillies

Brandon Nimmo has message for Mets fans ahead of crucial series

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / September 19

Brandon Nimmo has message for Mets fans ahead of crucial series

The Mets are set to begin a crucial series against the division-rival Phillies as they look to maintain control of the final NL playoff spot, and Nimmo had a message for fans ahead of the clash.

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Kodai Senga News / ClutchPoints / September 18