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Pete Alonso among 11 players Mets will ‘shop’ ahead of trade deadline

The New York Mets are in the midst of another horrible season, sitting at 24-34 and 16.5 games out of first place in the National League East. The playoffs already feel like a serious longshot and we’re not even at the All-Star break.

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Diamondbacks 5, Mets 4: Mets suffer another crushing late inning defeat

A single good fourth inning didn’t prevent them from dropping another game. The Mets came into the final game of the series against the Diamondbacks looking for a win.

New York Mets News / Mets360.com / 25 minutes ago

Gut Reaction: D’Backs 5, Mets 4 (6/2/24)

Stop me if you’ve heard this one before. A Mets’ starter couldn’t go deep in the game and the bullpen couldn’t hold a lead. A two-run homer in the ninth inning lifted the Diamondbacks to a 5-4 win over the Mets, meaning the teams split the four-game series.

MLB News / Mets Merized Online / 14 minutes ago

Another Blown Save Results In Late 5-4 Loss Against Diamondbacks

The New York Mets (24-35) entered Sunday’s four-game series finale game at Citi Field hoping to capture something that has been elusive for them recently; a series win.

New York Mets News / Bleacher Report / 3 hours ago

MLB Trade Rumors: Mets' Pete Alonso, J.D. Martinez, Severino 'Expected to Be Dealt'

For the second season in a row the New York Mets are one of the biggest disappointments in baseball, limping to a 24-34 during the 2024 campaign. And a fire…

Drew Smith News / ESPN / 36 minutes ago

Reliever Smith, out since April 23, returns to Mets

Mets reliever Drew Smith, who hasn't played since April 23 due to shoulder inflammation, has been activated off the injured list.

Mark Vientos News / Mets Merized Online / 1 hour ago

Mark Vientos’ Stock Continues To Rise

Mark Vientos has never been a full-time player at the big-league level. That should change as of Friday morning, when the New York Mets made a flurry of moves, one of which was to option infielder Brett Baty to Triple-A Syracuse.

Darryl Strawberry News / Empire Sports Media / 3 hours ago

Mets retire Darryl Strawberry’s No. 18 jersey in an emotional ceremony

The New York Mets hung Darryl Strawberry’s No. 18 jersey in the rafters on Saturday, June 1 in an emotional ceremony commemorating the franchise legend.

J.D. Martinez News / Mets Merized Online / 1 hour ago

Weekly Statistical Spotlight: J.D. Martinez

One of the few offensive players that have been consistent for the New York Mets this season is veteran J.D. Martinez. This week’s Statistical Spotlight features the first-year Met and examines what has gone into his success.

New York Mets News / Mets360.com / 1 hour ago

A look at the Mets’ hitters over their recent 9-19 stretch

From April 26 to May 1, the Mets played six home games and scored 15 runs. It’s a tough way to make a living and they might have been fortunate to win the two games they did in that stretch.

MLB News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Mets hope to turn late rally vs. D-backs into rare series win

A seemingly meaningless ninth-inning rally Friday night paid dividends for the Arizona Diamondbacks in a win on Saturday. The New York Mets hope they can pen a similar story Sunday after falling the previous day.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / 1 hour ago

Colin Houck Hits First Professional Homer, Francisco Alvarez Continues Rehab

Top prospect Colin Houck hit his first professional home run for Low-A St Lucie in their 8-0 win against the Dunedin Blue Jays on Saturday. The 2023 first-round pick has had an eventful week after driving in the game-winning run in St Lucie’s win on Friday.

New York Mets News / Mets360.com / 11 hours ago

Gut Reaction: D’Backs 10, Mets 5 (6/1/24)

On the day that Darryl Strawberry had his uniform number retired, he turned into a jinx in the broadcast booth, as the Diamondbacks scored four times while Strawberry chatted with Gary Cohen and his two former teammates and wound up with a 10-5 win Saturday afternoon at Citi Field.

Pete Alonso News / ClutchPoints / 11 hours ago

Mets’ Pete Alonso sounds off on failed comeback bid in brutal loss to Diamondbacks

After a miserable month of May that saw them go just 9-19, the New York Mets fell to the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-5 on Saturday. The Mets did their best to rally, scoring four runs in the ninth inning.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / 2 hours ago

New York Mets honor Darryl Strawberry in fitting fashion

Mets honor Darryl Strawberry in fitting fashion during number retirement ceremony

The New York Mets had a touching tribute to Darryl Strawberry during the franchise icon's number retirement ceremony.

Who will be the next New York Met to have their jersey retired?

Christian Walker's slam helps Diamondbacks cruise past Mets

Mets shake up roster

Corey Seager extends streak, Rangers post 7-0 win over Marlins

Guardians defeat Nationals to extend home dominance

MLB News / Just Baseball / 3 hours ago

Who Will Be the New York Mets Next Jersey Retired?

Before Steve Cohen became the owner of the New York Mets, the franchise’s criteria for retiring a jersey number was pretty straightforward. Get inducted into the Hall of Fame with a Mets logo on your cap and then you get your jersey retired.

Ji-Man Choi News / Empire Sports Media / 2 minutes ago

Mets release veteran infielder after disappointing showing

After a solid start, the Mets 2024 campaign has taken a sharp turn; the blue and orange are sitting nine games under .500 (24-33) as the calendar flips to June.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / 47 minutes ago

Promising Reliever Nearing Return to Mets to Boost Struggling Bullpen

The New York Mets' bullpen is about to receive some much-needed help in the form of a capable reinforcement arm. The Mets are planning on activating right-handed relief pitcher Drew Smith from the 15-day injured list on Sunday or Monday, according to manager Carlos Mendoza.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / 1 hour ago

State of the Mets: May

State of the New York Mets March Record: 0-3 April Record: 15-11 May Record: 9-19 Record entering June: 24-33 Games Behind in NL East: 15.5 Games Behind NL Wild Card: 4.5 The New York Mets' performance in May can best be described by Murphy's law: anything that can go wrong, will go wrong.

New York Mets News / Field Level Media / May 31

Mets demote RHP Christian Scott, 3B Brett Baty to minors

The New York Mets sent right-hander Christian Scott and third baseman Brett Baty to Triple-A Syracuse on Friday. The Mets purchased the contract of veteran infielder Jose Iglesias, recalled right-hander Dedniel Nunez and designated catcher Omar Narvaez for assignment.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 hour ago

Mets shake up roster with set of moves

The Mets are shaking up the roster with a broad-reaching set of moves.

Mets manager says DFA'd pitcher 'went over the line' following ejection

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New York Mets News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Mets manager says DFA'd pitcher 'went over the line' following ejection

The New York Mets designated relief pitcher Jorge Lopez for assignment just one day after he tossed his glove into the Citi Field stands following an ejection.

Mets insider says pitcher was DFA'd for embarrassing team and lying

Mets outfielder reveals details of team meeting following latest lopsided loss

Mets stars reportedly had emotional reaction to firing of Buck Showalter

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The 'New York Mets managers' quiz

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / May 30

New York Mets Designate Embattled Veteran For Assignment

The New York Mets made the inevitable official on Thursday by designating reliever Jorge López for assignment. The news comes after López experienced a meltdown during and after Wednesday’s game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / May 30

Believe It Or Not, The New York Mets Received Some Good News

After a disastrous Wednesday, the New York Mets received some good news on Thursday. Per reporters, including Andy Martino of SNY, A CT scan on Pete Alonso‘s right hand came back negative, meaning there is no fracture in his finger.

Jorge Lopez News / Yardbarker / May 30