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Sean Manaea says it's 'good to be back' with Mets, Jeff McNeil evaluates his first half of season
Sean Manaea shares his emotions on return to the Mets after missing the first half of the season with an injury. Jeff McNeil and Clay Holmes evaluate their first half of 2025.
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08-07-2025
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Mets Reportedly Eyeing $77 Million Pitcher After Subway Series Win
Mets Reportedly Eyeing $77 Million Pitcher After Subway Series Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Mets took the first game of a three-game set from the crosstown foe Yankees, a slugfest that provided fireworks on the Fourth of July. Advertisement While the offense was sparked by Juan Soto's two-run home run and Jeff McNeil's go-ahead two-run shot off Luke Weaver, the pitching was hardly the reason for the win. Justin Hagenman, in his first career start, was yanked after just 4 1/3 innings, and was only up in Queens because of injuries to Griffin Canning, Kodai Senga, Tylor Megill and Sean Manaea. After the win, a report came out that suggested the Mets are looking to make a big pitching splash. Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Mitch Keller (23) delivers a pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning at PNC LeClaire-Imagn Images A report from Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette read that the Mets have checked in on Pirates right-hander Mitch Keller. Keller had thrown 150 or more innings in three consecutive seasons prior to 2025, and appears well on his way to do so this season. Advertisement His 3-10 record is the main blemish on his report card, but his propensity to eat up innings, along with a respectable 3.64 ERA, make him a solid fit for the Mets. Keller would benefit from the Mets' strong pitching department and the pitcher-friendly confines of Citi Field. While Senga could return before the All-Star break after making a rehab start on Saturday, a competitive team like the Mets could always use a inning-eating arm, and Keller has proven he can go deep into games every fifth day. Related: MLB Announces Juan Soto News Before Subway Series Related: Mets Predicted to Trade For $56 Million Pitcher After Starter's Season-Ending Injury Related: Fans Are Saying Mets Pitcher's New Nickname Has 'Saved the Season' This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 5, 2025, where it first appeared.
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08-07-2025
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$106 million All-Star 'has made it clear' he would not accept trade to Mets
The New York Mets could be in the market for an outfielder near the trade deadline. However, one option may not be in the cards for the team, as he has made it known he will not waive his no-trade clause for the Mets. Tyrone Taylor has been the Mets' primary center fielder this year. However, his offensive ceiling is not very high, and the Mets may want to find a better option at the trade deadline. Jeff McNeil has started getting more looks in the outfield, but he is more valuable to fill the need in the Mets' infield. Advertisement According to USA Today's Bob Nightengale, the Pirates are taking calls on everyone except Paul Skenes and Oneil Cruz. Bryan Reynolds could be a great addition to the Mets' outfield. They may have to move Brandon Nimmo to center field to play Reynolds in the corner, but he would certainly bring some upside to the team. However, the Mets will need to pump the brakes on any potential trade for Reynolds. According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Noah Hiles, Bryan Reynolds will not approve a trade to the Mets or some other contenders. "A few national reports have stated that Bryan Reynolds is also receiving some trade interest," wrote Hiles. "Moving Reynolds, however, might not be as easy as others. Reynolds, who is under team control through the 2031 season, features a six-team no-trade clause in his contract, meaning he has made it clear he would not approve a deal to certain locations. Those six teams, per sources, are the (New York) Yankees, (New York) Mets, (Toronto) Blue Jays, (Los Angeles) Dodgers, (San Francisco) Giants and (San Diego) Padres." Follow The Sporting News On WhatsApp All of the teams that Reynolds would reportedly not waive his no-trade clause for are teams with postseason aspirations. The Pirates are set up to be sellers and could get a haul for Reynolds. Advertisement He signed an eight-year, $106 million deal with the Pirates in 2023. He is a two-time All-Star and has plenty of club control. He is having a down year at the plate, but was an All-Star as recently as last season. He has a .808 career OPS and 132 home runs. He has the potential to be a massive upgrade for the Mets. More MLB: Braves make Ronald Acuña Jr. trade decision
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06-07-2025
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Jets Star Had 4-Word Brett Baty Message During Yankees-Mets
Jets Star Had 4-Word Brett Baty Message During Yankees-Mets originally appeared on Athlon Sports. New York Mets infielder Brett Baty has been two different players this season. The 6-foot-3-inch, 210-pounder slashed .222/.271/.378 in April, .290/.333/.581 in May, and .195/.259/.312 in June. Advertisement Baty was also 0-for-8 with one RBI and one run scored in July before Friday's bout with the New York Yankees, and he hadn't hit a homer since June 14. However, the 25-year-old went yard off of right-handed reliever Ian Hamilton in the sixth. The 370-foot solo shot to right brought the score to 5-4 in favor of the Yankees. New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson gave his thoughts about the home run on social media. New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5).Kirby Lee-Imagn Images "Baty bomb, stop playn," he said. Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil followed up with a two-run homer in the seventh to give them a 6-5 lead. Baty's homer was his ninth of the season, which ties his career high. The veteran hit nine home runs with 34 RBI over 108 games in 2023. Advertisement The Mets and Yankees both entered Friday's matchup in second place. The Mets were one game behind the Philadelphia Phillies after the latter team's 9-6 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Friday, while the Yankees were one game behind the Toronto Blue Jays. The Yankees and Mets will finish out the last Subway Series of the season on Saturday and Sunday at Citi Field. After that, the Mets will hit the road to face the Baltimore Orioles and Kansas City Royals while the Yankees go home to host the Seattle Mariners and Chicago Cubs. Related: Mets' Carlos Mendoza Makes Opinion of Yankees Very Clear Related: Yankees' Aaron Boone Makes Unexpected Admission Before Mets Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
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05-07-2025
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Mets announce lineup for Saturday Subway Series game vs Yankees
NEW YORK — After weathering their worst stretch of the season in June, the Mets have an opportunity to clinch at least a Subway Series split for the 2025 season against the Yankees. The Mets stormed back with a key lift from Jeff McNeil in the series opener to grab a 6-5 win. They will look to capture a repeat performance in the second game of the series against the Yankees at 4:10 p.m. on Saturday afternoon at Citi FIeld. Advertisement A win would extend the Mets' win streak to four games on the heels of dropping 14 games in their previous 17 outings. The Mets will be hoping that Frankie Montas can bounce back after surrendering six runs, including five in the first inning, in a lopsided loss to the Pirates last weekend. The Yankees will counter with Carlos Rodon, who is 9-5 with a 2.95 ERA and 1.00 WHIP. As the Mets look to grab the series win on Saturday afternoon, here is their lineup, along with the Yankees' lineup: Mets announce Saturday lineup vs Yankees This article originally appeared on NY Mets announce lineup for Saturday Subway Series game vs Yankees
