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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 .
PHILADELPHIA — The Phillies had two openings on their coaching staff with the firings of hitting coach Kevin Long and infield coach Bobby Dickerson. One of them has already been filled. Former Mets manager and Yankees bench coach Carlos Mendoza was hired as the new infield and third-base coach under manager Don Mattingly, whose interim […]
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor underwent an offseason procedure.
The baffling coaching carousel continues: at the Phillies’ press availability on Thursday, Dave Dombrowski announced he’s adding former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as a third base coach and an infield coach. Knee-jerk reaction: I don’t like this at all. May actually hate this. This sucks. Carlos Mendoza sucks. He was a bad manager. We all […] The post Carlos Mendoza is Now a Philadelphia Phillies Coach appeared first on Crossing Broad .
The Philadelphia Phillies have hired former New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as their third-base and infield coach for the 2027 season. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski announced the appointment Thursday, following the team’s decision to retain Don Mattingly as its full-time manager on Wednesday. Mendoza returns to the National League East after spending […] The post Phillies add ex-Mets manager Carlos Mendoza to Don Mattingly’s coaching staff appeared first on ClutchPoin...
Mets coach lands in Philadelphia after turbulent tenure in New York.
Three days after the Orioles agreed to a five-year deal with Pete Alonso last December, the Mets signed Jorge Polanco to a two-year, $40 million contract. At the time, the Mets’ front office clearly thought that the switch-hitting veteran would give them good production at the plate, and in the team’s press release about the […]
David Peterson came over from the Mets in a trade made well before the deadline, in late June. The Cubs gave up 23-year-old infielder Cole Mathis, who was the team’s second-round pick in 2024 and who has yet to play above A ball. Peterson made 16 appearances (15 starts) for the Cubs and overall his […]
Having formally announced the hiring of Don Mattingly as their full-time manager on Wednesday, Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski has made another addition to the coaching staff.
Meet the Mets Luis Torrens, Carson Benge, and Nolan McLean were all named as Gold Glove finalists, and should any of them win, it would end a 12-year drought since a Met last won the award. McLean, Benge, and A.J. Ewing all made an impression this season, but the next wave of prospects could be […]
We have had some surprise visitors at ALCS games, but no one expected Mets owner Steve Cohen to show up for the Rays-Guardians game. With former Met Freddy Peralta on the mound, this added another layer of spice, but Peralta ended the evening with the last laugh after the Rays beat the Guardians to tie […] The post “Nightmare”: Mets’ Freddy Peralta Regret Comes Back to Haunt Them as Steve Cohen Watches the ALCS appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Affectionately called “my white daddy” by Hall of Famer Pedro Martinez, Guy Conti redefined what a coach means in a player’s life. From helping a player learn English to giving him pitching lessons, Conti’s influence extended far beyond the dugout. On October 13, 2026, the longtime coach, scout, and mentor passed away after battling a […] The post Ex-Dodgers & Mets Coach Passes Away at Age 84 After Long Battle With Illness appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Tarik Skubal could spark a historic MLB free-agent bidding war involving the Mets, Dodgers and Detroit Tigers. Could a Tigers reunion happen?
7:00pm: Matt Gelb of The Athletic confirmed the coaching decisions. His report notes that Long was signed through 2028 as part of an extension he signed after 2025. Gelb reports that Long is expected to get interest from several other clubs. He floats the Mets as a possibility, noting that Long has a good relationship […]
It’s been 12 years since a Met won a Gold Glove Award, marking the second-longest active drought in the majors. But 2026 may finally bring an end to that streak, as Luis Torrens, Nolan McLean, and Carson Benge were all named finalists for a Gold Glove Award at their respective positions on Wednesday afternoon. Torrens […]