In Game 1 of the 2026 World Series, the Milwaukee Brewers edge the Tampa Bay Rays 3‑2 at American Family Field, highlighted by Jacob Misiorowski's record‑setting 103.5 MPH fastball. The blog also teases Mets‑related discussion—whether to chase Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato, CBA salary‑cap implications, and a look back at Austin Warren’s surprising impact—alongside other MLB news like the Cardinals’ coaching change and a historic Mets Subway Series win in 2000.
Stearns has his work cut out for him if he wants to win back a frustrated fan base.
The slick-fielding shortstop was a former top prospect in the Nationals organization
An MLB insider proposes five non‑cap penalties to curb the Dodgers, Mets and Yankees’ massive payrolls ahead of a possible December lockout. The plan would bar teams over a spending threshold from trading for higher‑salary players without equal returns, shrink their rosters to 38 from 40, limit designations and option moves, and impose draft sanctions while rewarding small‑market playoff teams with extra picks. By mirroring NBA parity tools, the suggestions aim to force wealthy clubs to trim spending without a hard salary cap, potentially sidestepping a 2027 season‑threatening lockout.
Ron Darling remains vague about his SNY future despite having two contract years left. In a recent interview, the 66‑year‑old former Mets pitcher, who also calls games for TBS, says he evaluates his role year‑by‑year, even though the network offers long‑term deals. The conversation touches on the Mets’ trade of Freddy Peralta, his 5‑9 record with New York, and subsequent resurgence with Tampa Bay, where he earned AL Pitcher of the Month and ALCS MVP honors. Darling’s chemistry with Gary Cohen and Keith Hernandez keeps SNY’s Mets booth ranked third in local broadcaster polls, but his candor about the team’s struggles continues to spark debate.
When people hear the words “World Series,” different thoughts and emotions come to the forefront. For Boston Red Sox fans, it might be the anguish of watching Bill Buckner allow the groundball to go between his legs in Game 7 of the 1986 series against the New York Mets. Los Angeles Dodgers fans will think […]
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After five years of spotty MLB action, right‑hander Austin Warren became a pivotal piece of the New York Mets bullpen in 2026. Claimed from the Giants before the 2025 season, he logged 30 appearances, relying on a four‑pitch mix—curveball, four‑seam fastball, sinker and a sweeper that made up 45.5% of his pitches. Despite a high walk rate (4.3 BB/9), Warren limited damage, posting only five earned runs over his final 15.33 innings with 18 strikeouts and a single home run. A July forearm strain sidelined him, but his early‑season consistency and arbitration eligibility suggest the Mets will likely retain him for 2027.
The World Series kicks off tonight as the Tampa Bay Rays face the Milwaukee Brewers. Nick Martinez starts for the Rays and Jacob Misiorowski for the Brewers, with the matchup highlighting the season’s fastest pitcher and fastest hitter. Jayson Stark argues baseball isn’t as broken as critics claim, while Will Leitch poses three key questions ahead of Game 1. The blog also grades Mets personnel—Carson Benge (A+), Andy Green (A), David Stearns (D‑)—and discusses potential Phillies coaching changes, Nationals moves before the lockout, and a free‑agent frenzy looming. A nostalgic note recalls the 2000 Subway Series Game 2.
A 4.99 ERA with the New York Mets almost derailed Freddy Peralta’s entire season. But he’s now an ALCS MVP with a 0.75 ERA in 12 innings, while a World Series appearance awaits him against the Milwaukee Brewers. In that backdrop, in a recent interview with Foul Territory on Thursday, Peralta discussed his plans with […]
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The upcoming World Series will be an emotional one for Freddy Peralta. The Tampa Bay Rays pitcher and newly crowned ALCS MVP spent his first eight MLB seasons with the Brewers before getting traded to the New York Mets last offseason. After a disappointing time in New York, he was traded again midseason to the […]
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The Tampa Bay Rays made one of the most impactful moves ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline by acquiring Freddy Peralta from the New York Mets. Peralta is now set to play against the team in the World Series that he pitched for before joining the Mets in the Milwaukee Brewers. On Thursday, Peralta […]
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In episode 294 of the all‑women Home Run Applesauce podcast “A Pod of Their Own,” hosts Allison McCague, Maggie Wiggin, and Linda Surovich thank fans of the recent Dollars for Dingers raffle, dissect New York Mets coaching‑staff rumors, and predict a decline for the Phillies. They also dive into World Series ad breaks and critique sports betting as a blight, before sharing personal “walk‑off wins.” Listeners can stream on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or support via Patreon for bonus content.
The New York Mets are reportedly gearing up to chase Los Angeles Dodgers ace Tarik Skubal and Japanese infielder Teruaki Sato as part of their 2027 roster overhaul, targeting upgrades at third base, first base and pitching. Skubal, considered baseball's top pitcher, could anchor the rotation for five years, while Sato—who just won the JCL Triple Crown—might become a long‑term replacement for Pete Alonso. Sources suggest the Mets may move quickly, aiming to sign before a Dec. 1 lockout and the upcoming CBA changes, with agents and MLB execs hinting at a frantic November market. Fans could learn the outcome within weeks, well before the December deadline.
The Mets Morning News preview looks ahead to the World Series and upcoming offseason, highlighting Mets closer Devin Williams’ underwhelming 2023 campaign and the possibility of signing Padres reliever Adrian Morejon amid a bullpen shake‑up. It also notes potential moves across the NL East—Randy Arozarena for the Braves, the Phillies eyeing ace Tarik Skubal, and the Nationals considering a position shift for C.J. Abrams. The roundup touches on league‑wide storylines, including the Brewers‑Rays payroll contrast, Shohei Ohtani’s health clearance, Yankees GM Brian Cashman’s contract extension, and a banned Ohio bettor’s threats toward Blue Jays manager John Schneider. A quick look back recalls Roger Clemens’ 2000 bat‑throw incident with Mike Piazza.
Jake Woodford’s nomadic 2026 season sees him with both the Brewers and Rays, but the spotlight shifts to three key storylines for the World Series opener. Freddy Peralta, traded from Milwaukee to the Mets and then to Tampa Bay, now co‑aces for the Rays after a rough July start against his former club. First‑baseman Jake Bauers, a former Wil Myers trade piece, returns to face the Brewers after stints with Cleveland, Seattle and New York. Meanwhile, Brewers right‑hander Jacob Misiorowski is set to start Game 1 of the Fall Classic on Friday at 7 p.m. CT, despite mixed outings in the playoffs.
The Mets face a first‑base dilemma heading into the 2027 offseason after a lackluster 2026, while the club also eyes Cubs hitting coach John Mallee, who’s close to MVP contender Pete Crow‑Armstrong. Elsewhere, the ALCS saw the Tampa Bay Rays clinch the pennant over the Cleveland Guardians on Oct. 19, highlighted by Victor Mesa Jr. and Junior Caminero’s celebrations. The article notes several offseason rumors — Dave Dombrowski’s Phillies outfield plans, Brewers assistant GM Matt Kleine’s Astros candidacy, and the unique paths of the Rays and Brewers as potential World Series newcomers. It also recaps recent Amazin’ Avenue pieces on Freddy Peralta and NPB star Teruaki Sato.
The New York Mets are weighing hitting‑coach candidates after confirming Kevin Long’s interview. MLB.com’s Anthony DiComo adds former Cubs assistant John Mallee to the list. Mallee, a veteran coach with stints in Chicago, Houston, Miami, Philadelphia and LA, helped Cubs outfielder Pete Crow‑Armstrong boost his walk rate from 4.5% to 11.4% and surge from 10 to 45 homers, lifting his wRC+ from 86 to 157. With the Cubs posting a league‑best 114 wRC+ in 2026, the Mets are intrigued by Mallee’s impact, though they haven’t decided whether to hire a new director of hitting or an additional assistant under Troy Snitker.
The New York Mets need to make some changes. New York wanted to compete this year but fell short of that goal to say the least. Overall, this Mets team has some legitimate uncertainty. Signing a superstar such as Tarik Skubal in MLB free agency would certainly represent a boost, but is New York even […]
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Not only did Freddy Peralta struggle mightily with the Mets, but he completely revived his season after being traded to the Rays.
Freddy Peralta earns ALCS MVP as the Tampa Bay Rays defeat the Cleveland Guardians and clinch a World Series spot. The 30‑year‑old right‑hander allowed just one earned run over 5.1 innings in Game 6 and posted a 0.75 ERA across three appearances, including six scoreless innings in Game 2. Since the trade‑deadline move from Milwaukee to the Rays, Peralta has posted a 2.75 ERA in 72 regular‑season innings and has not allowed more than one run in his last 10 outings. He now faces his former Brewers in the championship series.
Freddy Peralta’s much‑hyped Mets debut turned into a bust, as his 2026 line dipped to a 4.99 ERA and 4.45 FIP over 113 innings. After a strong 2025 season with Milwaukee (2.70 ERA), the former Cy Young contender struggled to go deep, saw his strikeout rate fall to 21.4%, and helped the Mets finish last in the NL East. The club flipped him to Tampa Bay at the trade deadline for prospects Gary Gill Hill and Émilien Pitre. With the Rays, Peralta improved enough to win the ALCS MVP, beating the Brewers and earning a World Series spot before hitting free agency.
The Tampa Bay Rays clinch the ALCS with a 7-3 Game 6 win over the Cleveland Guardians, sending them to the World Series and earning Freddy Peralta his second series win and ALCS MVP honors. The victory marks the 18th anniversary of Tampa Bay’s first World Series appearance, while Yandy Díaz correctly predicted a six-game finish and Junior Caminero hit his first postseason homer. The Mets beat report includes coaching talks with Kevin Long, second‑base options, and interest in Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato, plus league‑wide staffing moves—from Aaron Boone’s Yankees return to new hires in Oakland, Baltimore and Chicago. The post also notes a 72nd birthday for Keith Hernandez.
Hanshin Tigers have approved third baseman Teruaki Sato’s posting request, opening negotiations with all 30 MLB clubs. The 27‑year‑old posted a historic NPB Triple Crown in 2026, slashing .306/.383/.609 with 39 homers, 106 RBIs and a .991 OPS in 143 games. Yankees, Mets, Dodgers and Phillies are the primary suitors, each envisioning Sato at either third base or first/corner outfield, while the Blue Jays are also monitoring him. Concerns linger over his 27% strikeout rate, but his power and 201 wRC+ make him a rare free‑agent bat. If no deal is reached within the 45‑day window, he returns to Japan for 2027.
In August, the Tampa Bay Rays acquired Freddy Peralta in a trade with the New York Mets. Just a few days later, he was named AL Pitcher of the Month. Apparently, it was a sign of bigger things to come for the Rays. On Monday, Peralta and Tampa Bay reached the World Series after outclassing […]
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Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Freddy Peralta admitted he never imagined reaching the 2026 World Series just two months ago, following a difficult stint with the New York Mets. The 30-year-old right-hander earned American League Championship Series MVP honors Monday night after helping the Rays defeat the Cleveland Guardians 7-3 in Game 6 at Tropicana Field. […]
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