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Mets interim manager Andy Green gives encouraging update on Carson Benge X-rays

The Mets caught a break on what could have been a costly injury Friday night. Interim manager Andy Green confirmed that X-rays on rookie outfielder Carson Benge’s left wrist came back negative after he jammed it into the outfield wall during New York’s 6-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.’ Benge had crashed into the corner […] The post Mets interim manager Andy Green gives encouraging update on Carson Benge X-rays appeared first on ClutchPoints .

A four-run third and web gems buoy Mets over Bucs

The Mets defeated the Pirates 6-4 in this series opener at PNC Park in Pittsburgh. Zac Thornton delivered five scoreless innings, helped out by strong defense behind him and the Mets tagged Carmen Mlodzinski for four runs in the third, punctuated by a Macrus Semien three-run homer. Devin Williams was shaky, but held on to […]

Jerry Koosman on the Road to Recovery

By Jay Horwitz This hasn’t been a great summer for the great Jerry Koosman. Koos has been in and out of the hospital, but he is home now and feeling much better. I spoke to him last night and his voice is much stronger. Keep him in your thoughts Mets fans. Jerry was without a doubt the best lefthander to pitch for us. There would be no World Series championship in 1969 without him. After we lost Game One to Baltimore, he shut down the Orioles to win Game Two. Koos also won the clinching Game F...

Mets pick up ex-Guardians infielder immediately after sweeping them

The New York Mets claimed infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers from the Cleveland Guardians on Friday, bringing the 26-year-old to New York shortly after the Mets swept Cleveland. The Guardians designated Arias for assignment earlier this week after deciding to promote infielder Angel Genao from Columbus. Arias spent parts of five seasons with Cleveland after […] The post Mets pick up ex-Guardians infielder immediately after sweeping them appeared first on ClutchPoints .

New York Mets vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Zac Thornton vs. Carmen Mlodzinski

New York Mets vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, August 7, 2026, 6:40 p.m. ET The Pittsburgh Pirates are getting ready for three games set this weekend at PNC Park against the New York Mets. This would be Mitch Keller’s turn in the rotation, but a season-ending injury with his right arm will bring Carmen Mlodzinski back into […]

Radio announcer wants Red Sox to lay ground for Mets comeback

The New York Mets just swept the Cleveland Guardians, moving to 50-66 on the season. They sold pieces at the trade deadline and are still 11 games out of the final Wild Card spot. Meanwhile, the Boston Red Sox are blistering hot, which gives Mets radio announcer Howie Rose some hope. “Last week of June: […] The post Radio announcer wants Red Sox to lay ground for Mets comeback appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Mets claim infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers from Guardians

After he was designated for assignment on Tuesday, the Mets claimed infielder Gabriel Arias off of waivers. Arias, in his age 26 season, has played part of five seasons for Cleveland, logging time at all four infield positions. Signed by the Padres as an international free agent out of Venezuela in 2016, Arias was part […]

Mets Claim Gabriel Arias

The Mets have claimed infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers from the Guardians, per announcements from both clubs. Cleveland designated him for assignment earlier this week. New York had a couple of 40-man vacancies due to their recent deadline dealings. Arias is out of options and will need an active roster spot once he reports to […]

Mrs. Met becomes the first female elected to the Mascot Hall of Fame

The New York Mets announced today that Mrs. Met made history by being elected to the 2026 class of the Mascot Hall of Fame. The first female mascot to receive the honor, she joins Mr. Met in the Hall, as the Mets become the first franchise to have two mascots forever immortalized. No stranger to […]

Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World Series, Episode 239: Fire Sold

Welcome to Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World Series, the new/old favorite from Chris McShane and Brian Salvatore. Brian and Chris take stock of the players traded at the 2026 Deadline, as well as talk about the Mets’ frankly unbelievable series in Cleveland. There is also a LOT of random music talk at the end, […]

Guardians fans are absolutely fed up after Mets cruise to sweep

The Cleveland Guardians, who are in a tight battle for the American League Central Division, were swept by the lowly New York Mets on Thursday. Given the stakes, fans were not the least bit forgiving. The page SleeperGuardians on X, formerly Twitter, posted the grim reality of where things stand. “The Guardians now sit 2 […] The post Guardians fans are absolutely fed up after Mets cruise to sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Mrs. Met Elected to the Mascot Hall of Fame

Beloved New York Icon Becomes the First Female Mascot Ever Elected to the Mascot Hall of Fame FLUSHING, N.Y., August 7, 2026  — The New York Mets announced today that Mrs. Met has been elected to the Mascot Hall of Fame, becoming the first female mascot in history to earn the distinction. The Mascot Hall of Fame honors the greatest mascots in sports and entertainment and recognizes characters that have made extraordinary contributions to their teams, communities and the mascot profession. Mrs....

This Week in Mets Quotes: Where have all the rude boys gone?

Your 2026 former New York Mets: Oh, that was the problem, before the deadline the Mets had ’winning’ way lower on their priority list. Glad, the Mets brass caught that so they can begin their 2015-esque run. “My first priority [said that day] is winning.”” -Bo Bichette [New York Mets] Full disclosure, I’ve been on […]

Grading the Mets’ trade deadline

Now that the dust has settled on the trade deadline and we’ve had some time to reflect on the Mets’ deals, let’s put a grade on how well they did. Revising our priors We discussed what the value on the Mets’ pieces was likely to be in our trade deadline primer in the week before […]

The Mets hope to ride the three rivers to victory against the Pirates

The New York Mets (50-66) travel to the best stadium in baseball, PNC Park, to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates (57-60). The Pirates find themselves four and a half games out of the last Wild Card spot, but went hard after relief pitching at the deadline, acquiring four bullpen arms, including Luke Weaver from the […]

Mets Morning News: Post-deadline Mets complete sweep in Cleveland

Meet the Mets The Mets scored a whopping thirteen runs as they completed a sweep of the Guardians. Nolan McLean wasn’t at his best, but shortly after Cleveland made things close, Francisco Lindor hit a three-run home run to open up a lead that grew even larger later in the game. Choose your recap: Amazin’ […]

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — August 7

Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Marc Pisciotta, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1984 – The Cubs sweep a pair from the visiting Mets, winning 8-6 and 8-4. Rick Sutcliffe (9-1) beats Ron Darling (10-5) in the opener, benefiting from a six-run fifth inning. Keith Moreland hits a three-run home run and Ron Cey a two-run […]

Mets’ Jefry Yan gets first trading card after viral MLB debut

As the New York Mets completed the sweep of the Cleveland Guardians on Thursday, the talk around the team went viral after a celebration from relief pitcher Jefry Yan in his MLB debut. With the Mets pitcher getting his first strikeout in his MLB debut, he would achieve another first regarding getting his own trading […] The post Mets’ Jefry Yan gets first trading card after viral MLB debut appeared first on ClutchPoints .