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After Tampa Bay finished off the Cleveland Guardians and punched their ticket to the Fall Classic, the Rays took the stage for the trophy ceremony, and when Kevin Cash announced Freddy Peralta — who was acquired at the trade deadline from the Mets after a rough start to the year, bought into the Rays adjustments, […]
The New York Mets will sit down with former hitting coach Kevin Long tomorrow to discuss a possible director of hitting role, per New York Post reporter Mike Puma. Long, who served as the Mets’ hitting coach from 2015‑17 and has 20 years of MLB experience with the Yankees, Nationals and Phillies, becomes available after the Phillies released him. With Jeff Albert departing and hitting coach Troy Snitker likely returning, the Mets could retain both coaches. Long’s résumé includes World Series rings with the 2009 Yankees and 2019 Nationals, and he has a strong relationship with Juan Soto, a key New York hitter who played under him in Washington.
The New York Mets are scheduled to speak with former Phillies hitting coach Kevin Long on Tuesday about a position on the major-league coaching staff, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports. Long, 59, was fired as Phillies hitting coach last week after five years with the team. The Phillies were top ten in […]
Kevin Long was the Mets' hitting coach for three seasons.
A fresh rumor suggests the New York Mets could acquire former AL Rookie of the Year Luis Gil from the Yankees this offseason. After a disappointing 2026 season, the Mets aim to revamp their pitching staff, eyeing cost‑controlled talent under President David Stearns. Gil, who posted a 15‑7 record with a 3.50 ERA in 2025 but struggled at 4.61 ERA in 2026, is reportedly on the Yankees’ trade block. Potential return packages could include catcher Francisco Alvarez, Gold Glove‑candidate Luis Torrens, or infielders Brett Baty and Mark Vientos with a prospect. The deal hinges on the Mets’ willingness to add upside while staying under a possible 2027 salary cap.
The Mets turned a bargain 2024 deadline deal for 36‑year‑old reliever Huascar Brazobán into a win‑win. Acquired for a nominal price, Brazobán logged 135.2 innings with a 3.45 ERA, excelling early in 2026 (52.2 innings, 2.56 ERA, 2.75 xERA). Despite unsustainable peripheral numbers, New York sold him to the Chicago White Sox at the trade deadline, recouping top prospects Gabe Davis and Zach Franklin. Davis rebounded with a 2.53 ERA in Binghamton, while Franklin shows major‑league potential, both slated as 2027 contributors. The move showcases the Mets’ knack for extracting value from veteran arms while restocking their farm system.
The Tampa Bay Rays edge the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 in Game 5 of the ALCS, pulling ahead 3‑2 in the series. Drew Rasmussen throws seven shutout innings, and Freddy Peralta is slated to start Game 6, which could clinch the Rays’ first World Series berth. A victory would set up a showdown with the Milwaukee Brewers, guaranteeing a first‑time champion. The post also highlights Mets prospect Ryan Lambert’s strong start in the Arizona Fall League, front‑office exits at the Nationals, and a look back at Mets history on this October 19 date.
The Mets’ Arizona Fall League squad posts a 8‑3 record in week two, highlighted by a 17‑8 win over Glendale and a dominant 10‑0 shutout on Oct. 17. First baseman Cole Mathis leads with a .167 average, one homer and four RBIs, while 2B Bruin Agbayani contributes three runs and a stolen base despite a .091 slash line. Pitchers Brendan Girton and Ryan Lambert shine, each posting a 0.00 ERA over multiple innings, whereas Calvin Ziegler struggles with a 19.29 ERA. The team’s offense clicks, but pitching depth varies as the league continues.
The Philadelphia Phillies hired former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as their third‑base and infield coach, but he was also a leading candidate for Seattle’s vacant manager spot. Mendoza withdrew from the Mariners’ race after accepting the Phillies role. Seattle, whose skipper Dan Wilson announced he won’t return after a 2025 AL West‑winning season and a disappointing 2026 campaign (10 games under .500), has looked to experienced managers—Diamondbacks’ Torey Lovullo was considered before re‑signing with Arizona. With Mendoza and Lovullo off the market, the Mariners’ only confirmed candidate is former Astros manager Joe Espada, who received interview permission just before Houston announced his contract wouldn’t be renewed.
There were a lot of problems with the 2026 Mets, a depressing and lengthy list that we don’t need to rehash here. The bullpen, however, was not one of them. Prior to the trade deadline, the Mets’ relief corp posted a 3.82 ERA with a 3.79 xERA and 15.1 K-BB%. That latter mark ranked 4th […]
Meet the Mets Mets top prospect Jefferson Rojas launched a pair of homers last night in the Winter League; the 21-year-old Dominican is 4-for-7 overall in his first two games with Cibao. Around the National League East Former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza was a candidate for the Mariners’ managerial job before withdrawing his name to […]
The New York Mets decided to move on from manager Carlos Mendoza during the regular season. It seemed as if Mendoza would be a candidate to manage once again in 2027. Sure enough, Mendoza was reportedly linked to the Seattle Mariners manager opening before he joined the Philadelphia Phillies as a third base and infield […] The post MLB rumors: Carlos Mendoza was linked to Mariners before joining Phillies coaching staff appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Five more players who played in MLB this year have elected minor league free agency, according to the transaction tracker at MiLB.com. These players were all outrighted off teams’ 40-man rosters and have played seven-plus seasons in the minors, so the elections are mostly formalities. Infielders Vidal Bruján (Mets) The Mets acquired Bruján from Minnesota […]
Meet the Mets David Stearns’ current team may not be in the World Series, but Greg Joyce analyzed how he helped build the foundation for the Brewers’ run. Steve Cohen’s influence could be the X-Factor in the offseason chase for Tarik Skubal. Should the Mets give up on Ronny Mauricio? Logan VanDine believes it may […]
Today’s Reflections THE DODGERS LOSE! THE DODGERS LOSE! THEEEEEE DODGERS LOSE! (I know that was John Sterling’s phrase, but I respectfully enjoyed — I mean, borrowed it) And Cleveland is still up two games to one after Friday’s game was rained out. Game 4 tonight. Things get better and better! (except it doesn’t involve the […]
The Mets have an opportunity to sign Tarik Skubal, but there's one reason to believe such a dream won't become reality.
With the Philadelphia Phillies turning their focus to next season following the conclusion of their regular-season campaign, the front office has appointed former New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza to a new role within the organization for 2027. In the MLB, midseason managerial firings are a rarity, but after a downward spiral during the 2026 campaign, the New York Mets parted ways with Carlos Mendoza . While many assumed Mendoza’s story in the division was paused, the rival Philadelphia P...
A new report opens the door to the New York Yankees and New York Mets battling it out for a […]
When the Mets sent prospects Jett Williams and Brandon Sproat to the Brewers ahead of the 2026 season, Freddy Peralta was undoubtedly the headliner of the package they got in return. With Peralta heading for free agency after the season, though, conventional wisdom at the time of the trade was that the Mets did well […]
Next month, I’ll begin my usual “Cubs free agent target” series, as well as writing a few articles about potential Cubs trade targets. For now, I’d like to continue this series that’s been taking a look at 2026 Cubs who are going to be free agents. Tyrone Taylor came over from the Mets as part […]
Welcome to Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World Series, the new/old favorite from Chris McShane and Brian Salvatore. Without too much to focus on at this point in the offseason, Brian and Chris discuss the trio of Gold Glove nominees and continue their look back at the Mets’ additions from last offseason, focusing on Jorge […]
Meet the Mets Anthony DiComo breaks down Bo Bichette’s upcoming decision about the opt-out clause in his contract, and like the rest of us, he concludes that it’s likely that Bichette will opt in. Danny Abriano looks at five under-the-radar free agents who could be good fits for the Mets this offseason. Lauara Alabnese takes […]
The Mets and Dodgers proved money can't buy happiness this season.
The New York Mets signed Bo Bichette to a $126 million contract that included player options last offseason in hopes that he’d play a crucial role in helping the ball club reach the postseason. Instead, the 28-year-old turned in an underwhelming campaign while New York missed the MLB playoffs. Bichette hit .260 with a .702 […] The post Bo Bichette’s Mets contract situation draws assessment from MLB insider appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Philadelphia Phillies are moving very quickly after signing Don Mattingly as their manager for the next 2 seasons. Their latest move brings in former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as infield coach. The main reason Dave Dombrowski did that is to solve the Trea Turner problem. “He knows he has to be better at shortstop. […] The post “That is Mandatory”: Phillies President Sends Trea Turner a Blunt Warning After Coaching Shake-Up appeared first on EssentiallySports .