Why Mets-Braves rivalry should heat up in 2025

With the New York Mets adding starting pitcher José Ureña on a minor league deal, their rivalry with the Atlanta Braves has the potential to become one of MLB's best in 2025.

Ureña, 33, signed a minor league deal with New York after injuries to starters Sean Manaea ( strained oblique ) and Frankie Montas ( strained lat) project to put them out of commission for the team's Opening Day roster. While both injuries are not seen as severe enough for them to miss a majority of the season, both pitchers are expected to begin the season on the injured list.