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Francisco Lindor was named the recipient of the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award, “the annual recognition of a Major League player who best represents the game of Baseball through extraordinary character, community involvement, philanthropy and positive contributions, both on and off the field” according to Major League Baseball. It is considered to be the league’s “most prestigious individual player honor.”
This was Lindor’s fourth time being nominated for the honor, and he becomes the fifth Met since
1971 to be recognized for the honor, and the first since Curtis Granderson in 2016.
Lindor reflected on what it meant to receive the Roberto Clemente Award.
Anthony DiComo looked at some Mets players who made their case for individual awards this season.
In their hunt to improve the team, the Mets should target pitching depth, argued Chelsea Janes.
In her piece, Janes revealed that Clay Holmes is open to a return to the Mets if the contract is right.
Kevin Long spoke to the Mets about a role on the coaching staff but is no longer being considered, as there was not a match between the two sides.
Cubs’ hitting coach John Mallee has also withdrawn his name from consideration for a role in New York, opting instead to stay in the Windy City.
The Mets did reportedly hire Mariano Duncan to the newly-created role of “Major League Coach”, which will Duncan most recently served as the Binghamton Rumble Ponies’ bench coach.
The Mets are holding their annual MetsGiving Food Drive on Thursday, November 12. Swing by Citi Field and donate 10+ non-perishable items to receive your voucher for two tickets to select 2027 home games.
Around the National League East
The Phillies have hired Peter Fatse as their hitting coach.
Spencer Nusbaum analyzed a pivotal offseason for the Nationals and what levers they may pull to boost their offense.
Around Major League Baseball
The Brewers blitzed the Rays 10-1 and now sit one win away from their first ever World Series title.
Milwaukee’s “drag ‘em” approach was on full display in a fifth inning in which they scored eight runs with two outs.
That unprecedent fifth inning was one of many ways the Brew Crew were rewriting the Fall Classic record books.
Jackson Churio became the youngest player to pick up four hits in a World Series game in at least 80 years.
Freddy Peralta made it clear that, while he enjoyed his time as a fan favorite in Milwaukee over the eight seasons, he still sees every opponent on competition.
The Rays are looking to Junior Caminero’s bat and leadership as they try to climb out of their World Series hole.
Joe Maddon took the hill before Game 3, and he called down to James Shields in the bullpen to throw out the first pitch.
Even though the Brewers may win the World Series, their formula may still lead them to trading away the players that helped get them there.
Despite turning down the Phillies’ job, Alex Cora did not rule out managing in 2027.
MLB is testing out restricted outfield shifts in order to increase offense.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
Micah Noe reviewed Hayden Senger’s 2026 season for the Mets.
This Date in Mets History
On this date in 1986, my parents celebrated their first wedding anniversary by watching (on TV) the Mets beat the Red Sox 8-5 to win the second World Series in franchise history.
