Meet the Mets
Six former Mets appear on the this year’s BBWAA Hall of Fame ballot, with Carlos Beltrán, who received 70.3% of the vote last year, headlining the group of eligible players.
The Red Sox have been linked
to Pete Alonso, but there are reportedly some ‘mixed signals’ on their interest in the slugging first baseman.
However, Jon Morosi says that if the Red Sox can’t retain Alex Bregman, they could go all out to sign Alonso.
Abbey Mastracco explored what the Josh Naylor signing could mean for Alonso’s market and his potential return to New York.
Tim Britton wondered how the Mets could rebuild their bullpen, with and without Edwin Díaz.
The Mets have a big Rule V decision to make on speedster Nick Morabito.
The Mets have inked Anderson Severino to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, according to Mike Rodriguez. The deal could be worth $865,000 if he makes the big club.
Joe DeMayo put together a list of his top 30 Mets prospects heading into the offseason.
Around the National League East
The Nationals introduced Blake Butera as their new manager. Butera becomes the youngest big league manager in over 50 years.
The 33-year-old Butera knows that questions are coming as he assumes the role.
Butera thanked the Rays for a lot in his journey, which led him to becoming the Nationals’ skipper.
The Phillies are interested in re-signing Harrison Bader, which could be the start of a busy offseason.
Mark Bowman examined what Drake Baldwin’s Rookie of the Year win means for the Braves.
Christina De Nicola counted down the top ten moments in Marlins’ history.
Around Major League Baseball
The Baseball Writers’ Association of America ballot for the 2026 Hall of Fame election has been unveiled!
Cole Hamels highlights 12 newcomers to the 2026 HOF ballot.
Brian Murphy highlighted seven storylines to watch on the ballot.
CBS’ R.J. Anderson broke down the ten most interesting non-tender candidates.
Jonathan Mayo and Jim Callis pondered the biggest Rule V decision for each team.
There is ongoing dispute over an Angel VP’s testimony in the Tyler Skaggs wrongful death suit.
The Padres re-signed Kyle Hart to a one-year deal with an option for the 2027 season.
The Yankees signed Ryan Yarbrough to a one-year deal.
Josh Naylor’s five-year deal has a full no-trade and no deferrals on his $92.5 million.
Mark Feinsand analyzed what Naylor’s now-official contract means for teams and players on the free-agent market.
Feinsand also discussed where pitcher Framber Valdez might land.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
Steve Sypa reviewed the final week of the Arizona Fall League.
This Date in Mets History
Dwight Gooden was unanimously voted as the NL Cy Young Award winner on this date in 1985.
