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Articles by Anthony Walsh
3 Signings I’d Make This Offseason If I Were Mets' President of Baseball Operations Original
There's a few moves that David Stearns should have at the top of his list. Jun 26, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns speaks during a press conference before a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field. The club earlier today parted ways with manager Carlos Mendoza (not pictured). Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect David Stearns has a lot of decisions ahead of him this offseason.
Jefferson Rojas' Winter League Start Should Put Marcus Semien on Notice for Next Season Original
Rojas could be on his way to Queens sooner rather than later. Marcus Semien's spot at second base may not be guaranteed next season based on Jefferson Rojas' performance in the winter league. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect Marcus Semien's time as the Mets' starting second baseman may be inching closer to its end.
Ranking the Mets Prospects From Best to Worst Future Outlooks Original
The Mets may have some young big league talent, but where do the prospects stand? New York Mets minor-league pitcher Jonathan Santucci could find himself in the majors next season. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect 2026 was the year of the prospect for the Mets. With all the minor league turnover, it's worth a refresher on what the farm system looks like. These rankings won't simply take into account a prospect's overall talent.
3 Reasons Luis Torrens Deserves A Larger Role With Mets in 2027 Original
After an impressive 2026, Torrens has earned more playing time heading into the 2027 season. New York Mets catcher Luis Torrens played well last season and might deserve even more playing time in 2027. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The catching position has been quite the conundrum for the Mets. While Francisco Alvarez has shown flashes of the player he was supposed to be, injuries and lackluster defense have plagued his career.
The Mets Player They Should Be Building Around in 2027
There's one clear front-runner for the title of organizational cornerstone: the player that the Mets need to build around. Sep 15, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets right fielder Carson Benge (3) rounds the bases after hitting a home run during the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Citi Field.
The Mets Player They Should Be Building Around in 2027
The Mets are fortunate to have a core group of young players who should be with the team for a long time. The headliner of that group is Carson Benge, who had one of the best rookie seasons in Mets history. Ahead of the 2027 offseason, there's a laundry list of areas for David Stearns to address. All decisions should be made in the best interest of the future of the organization, and that means building around the player who personifies the Mets' future, Benge.
The Biggest Thing Separating the Mets from Remaining Contenders Original
Despite having one of the top payrolls in sports, the Mets haven't been consistent contenders, and there's one clear reason why. For the New York Mets to play in the same playground as the remaining playoff contenders, David Stearns needs to continue developing prospects. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect As the MLB playoffs roll on, one common denominator appears across the rosters of three out of the four teams that played in the LCS.
3 Reasons Mark Vientos Shouldn't Be Back With the Mets Next Season Original
After back-to-back disappointing seasons, it should be time for Vientos' Mets tenure to end. New York Mets first baseman Mark Vientos might be wearing a different uniform next season. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Mark Vientos might be the definition of an enigma. Once a top prospect in the New York Mets farm system, Vientos had a breakout season in 2024, but he hasn't proven that it wasn't an anomaly.
The Position the Mets Must Address for This Offseason to Be a Success Original
David Stearns may have several holes to fill this offseason, but this one stands out after botching it last offseason. New York Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns will need to figure out which direction the team will go at first base, which they thought they had solved last offseason. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect On the precipice of an extremely important offseason for the Mets, the issues that President of Baseball Operations David Stearns has to address are overwhelming.
Grading the Mets' 2026 Rookie Class: Carson Benge Exceeds Expectations in Year 1
The Mets' 2026 rookie class gave fans something to root for and offered a preview of what the franchise can look like in the near future. Find out how Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing graded after their rookie season with the Mets. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect When reflecting on the Mets' 2026 season, the most memorable aspect is easily their rookie class. 14 rookies played for the team, with each bringing value and offering insight into what the future could look like in Queens.
Grading the Mets' 2026 Rookie Class: Carson Benge Exceeds Expectations in Year 1
When reflecting on the Mets' 2026 season, the most memorable aspect is easily their rookie class. 14 rookies played for the team, with each bringing value and offering insight into what the future could look like in Queens. That said, evaluating each of them individually to see how President of Baseball Operations David Stearns can build around his young core is very important.
Howie Rose’s Top 5 All-Time New York Mets Calls Original
With Howie Rose’s broadcasting career coming to an end, it’s time to reflect on what has been an incredible career. The 2026 New York Mets didn’t give him many memorable moments, but there are plenty of calls to choose from over the years to showcase Rose’s brilliance. Let’s put it in the books with a trip down memory lane. 5. Mets Win the 2015 NL Pennant – October 21, 2015 You know a broadcaster is great when their call of a pennant-winning game lands fifth on a list.
Can Bo Bichette’s Hot Streak Salvage His Season? Original
It’s not hyperbole to say that Mets SS Bo Bichette is in the process of transforming his season. In his last 15 games, he’s hit .387 and three home runs, nearly half of his eight total. But how much of an impact can this hot streak truly have? Bo Bichette has 23 hits in his last 13 games. His OPS has climbed from .570 to .675 during that timeframe.
Can Tobias Myers Be the Mets’ Extra Starter to Save the Bullpen? Original
The New York Mets’ pitching issues are nothing new, but the 2026 season has been especially taxing. With Clay Holmes‘ fractured fibula and Kodai Senga’s rehab struggles, there appears to be no relief in sight. So where do the Mets go from here? Something’s Gotta Give in the Mets’ Rotation In their attempt to patch up the injuries, the Mets have mostly used the opener strategy.
Which Teams Could the Mets Potentially Trade Freddy Peralta To? Original
May might seem like an unusual month to ponder the trade deadline, but for the New York Mets, it’s anything but. As the team currently sits with one of the worst records in baseball and 12 players on the injured list, the deadline is about the only event that fans have to look forward to. An obvious trade candidate is Freddy Peralta, who is an impending free agent. The question is, where could he go? It's much more likely that Freddy Peralta gets traded than Tarik Skubal, says @Ken_Rosenthal.
Mets Starter Kodai Senga Will Go on Injured List with Hamstring Strain
Pitcher Kodai Senga strained his right hamstring in the top of the sixth inning during the New York Mets’ 4-3 win over the Washington Nationals on Thursday afternoon. Senga was covering first base after CJ Abrams hit a ground ball to the right of Pete Alonso, and Alonso’s errant throw forced Senga to jump and extend his right leg to tag the base. “He’s going to get an MRI tomorrow”, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters. “We’ll see the severity of it, but he’s going to be on the IL.
Mets Pitcher Griffin Canning on a Tear to Start This Season
The New York Mets have the best starting pitching ERA in baseball at 2.89. One major reason behind this is the emergence of Griffin Canning. Before this season, the 2017 draftee‘s lowest ERA of his career was 3.99 in 2020 over just 11 starts. This season, in eight starts, his ERA is just 2.36. How has this one-time back-end-of-the-rotation starter improved so much in such a short time?
How the Mets Can Add a Lefty to the Bullpen
With A.J. Minter and Danny Young out for the season, the New York Mets’ lone left-handed reliever is Genesis Cabrera. Needless to say, this is not ideal, especially in a division with as many elite left-handed hitters as the National League East. Despite there being well over two months until the trade deadline, there are still a number of lefty bullpen options for the Mets to choose from.
How Will The New York Mets Handle Second Base?
The New York Mets second base situation is about to get interesting. There will likely be three players on the roster who could start at second base. This assumes that Jeff McNeil and Francisco Alvarez return, demoting Jose Azocar and Hayden Senger. That would leave the trio of McNeil, Luisangel Acuña, and Brett Baty eligible to start at second base. Of course, all three of these players have experience at other positions as well, so let’s examine the options that the Mets have.
Is Mark Vientos’ Slump Worrisome for the Mets?
Mark Vientos is going through it. Vientos’ slump is one of the worst in baseball thus far. In 2024, he had his best season yet for the New York Mets, slashing .266/.322/.516, and posting the first positive WAR season of his career. So, why hasn’t he been able to carry this success over to 2025 yet? Mark Vientos Mired in Early Slump at the Plate Vientos is just 5-for-42 to begin the season. It’s not just him, though. Much of the Mets’ lineup is struggling. Despite this, they’ve been able to win games.
How Should the Mets Address the Rotation at the Trade Deadline?
Published on July 29, 2024 Kodai Senga’s high-grade calf strain leaves the Mets with a big question at the trade deadline, which is fast approaching on July 30th. How will this team recover from losing their ace? While an argument can be made that they’ve made it as far as they have without Senga, it was widely believed that his return would kickstart the team after the All-Star break. Now, they’ll need to fill that void, especially with Christian Scott sidelined.
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