The New York Mets are intensifying their playoff push, currently holding a 55-50 record and the final wild-card spot. With postseason aspirations in full swing, president of baseball operations David Stearns is actively adjusting the roster for a strong finish. On Monday, Stearns took a notable step by designating struggling relief pitcher Jake Diekman for…
The New York Mets have been plagued by injuries throughout their 2024 season. Recently, relief pitchers Reed Garrett and Christian Scott have landed on the 15-day injured list due to elbow inflammation and a right UCL sprain, respectively. Adding to the list, standout reliever Dedniel Núñez has also been placed on the 15-day injured list….
Despite the New York Mets’ inconsistent performance throughout the 2024 season, one constant has been the prevalence of injuries. Recently, reliever Reed Garrett was placed on the 15-day injured list due to elbow inflammation, and Drew Smith underwent season-ending elbow surgery. Now, another young and promising starter joins the injured list. Promising young starter Christian…
Despite speculation around impending free agent Pete Alonso, the Mets, currently holding the third NL Wild Card spot, have reportedly decided to keep their star first baseman. According to Will Sammon of The Athletic, the Mets have informed interested teams that Alonso is unlikely to be traded. The Mets still aim to make strategic additions…
MIAMI — Starling Marte is optimistic about his return to the field, stating he feels “close” to making a comeback, as he shared with reporters before the Mets’ game against the Marlins on Saturday. Marte resumed baseball activities on Friday for the first time since suffering a right knee bone bruise in late June. His…
The Chicago Cubs have had a disappointing season in the National League, despite winning back-to-back road games against the American League East-leading Baltimore Orioles and having a three-game winning streak as they prepare for their series finale at Camden Yards. They are currently in last place in the National League Central. While a post All-Star…
The 2024 New York Mets appeared set to be major sellers at this year’s trade deadline, but a strong performance led by Grimace and “OMG” has brought them back to .500 (45-45) and within 1.5 games of the final wild-card spot. Despite their recent success, the Mets bullpen has struggled, with Drew Smith, Brooks Raley,…
Pittsburgh — Six years after being diagnosed with two different cancers, four years after being drafted by the Mets, and three years after reaching Triple-A, Eric Orze finally got the news he had been waiting for: the Mets were calling him up to the majors. When Syracuse Mets manager Dick Scott announced the news to…
The Mets have released outfielder Trayce Thompson, as per his transaction log on MLB.com. Thompson signed a minor league contract with the team this past offseason. A second-round pick in the 2009 draft, Thompson debuted in the MLB with the White Sox in 2015. He has since played for various teams, including the Dodgers, Yankees,…
New York Mets center fielder Harrison Bader suffered a neck and upper back injury when he crashed into the wall attempting to make a catch during Tuesday night’s game against the Washington Nationals. Manager Carlos Mendoza described Bader’s condition as day-to-day after pulling him from the game in the fourth inning. Brandon Nimmo, who replaced…