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Nolan McLean News / Amazin' Avenue / September 4

Nolan McLean continues to compare favorably to recent Mets pitching call-ups

In his start on Tuesday night against the Tigers, Nolan McLean ran into his first real struggle as a starting pitcher. Issuing back to back walks in the second inning, followed by back to back singles, McLean put the Mets in the hole in his first inning of work.

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Juan Soto News / New York Mets on SI / September 4

Mets superstar Juan Soto on pace to produce statistics not achieved this century

When the New York Mets signed Juan Soto to a 15-year, $765 million contract, the largest in sports history, expectations for the team and player went through the roof.

Sean Manaea News / Sporting News / September 4

Mets' Sean Manaea reveals 'frustrating' moments amid 5.60 ERA

New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea opened up about the ‘frustrating’ challenges he’s faced this season while carrying a 5.60 ERA.

New York Mets News / Sporting News / September 4

Mets facing obvious contract departures from Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz that raise questions

New York is facing a crucial offseason.

New York Mets News / Sporting News / September 4

Mets’ recent first-round pick promoted to Triple-A Syracuse

Kevin Parada finally moves on from Double-A.

Ryan Helsley News / Mets Merized Online / September 4

Ryan Helsley’s Struggles Continue in Wednesday’s Loss

It’s pretty clear that Ryan Helsley isn’t having a single ounce of fun right now. The right-handed flame-thrower, long a staple of elite relief pitching, has had a brutal welcome to New York, and Wednesday afternoon was no exception.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 4

Mets 'strongly considering' promotion of another touted pitcher

The Mets have already called up two of the organization’s top three pitching prospects. A third could soon join them.

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New York Mets News / Sporting News / September 4

Mets’ Juan Soto ties Lou Gehrig on historic MLB record list

Soto hits home runs and draws walks with the best of 'em.

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Pete Alonso News / New York Mets on SI / September 4

Insider claims Yankees are among Pete Alonso's top free agency fits

New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso has ensured that he'll have no shortage of free agency suitors this upcoming offseason. While there were certainly teams

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.

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 / 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.

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.

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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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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.