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Mets sending bad message by sticking with washed-up vets
PHOENIX — First things first. The Mets must stop being baseball’s junkyard. Sandy Alderson and the Mets can at least make it look like they have a clue if they...
Mike Trout's historic nights show exactly what's wrong
Mike Trout’s career was encapsulated on Monday and Tuesday. He homered twice in both games. That made him the first player to ever hit multiple homers in consecutive games at...
Sandy Alderson takes blame for Mets mess — and talks fixes
ATLANTA -- Blame the general manager for the Mets’ underwhelming play this season. That indictment came from none other than general manager Sandy Alderson himself Tuesday, when asked to evaluate...
Jose Reyes doesn't deserve the Mets' baffling generosity
There are so many things to marvel at when it comes to the Mets, and when it comes to the men who own and operate the Mets. The product, at...
Mets' sentimentality is wrong: Jose Reyes era should end
We’re talking hypotheticals here in discussing what would be the right way for the Mets to part ways with Jose Reyes, because let’s face it, if the Mets did things...
Behind the scenes of the wildest Subway Series run ever scored
In the earliest days of the modern Subway Series, little-known players Dave Mlicki and Matt Franco made names for themselves by excelling on Major League Baseball’s interleague, intracity stage. Then,...
Mets discussing Jose Reyes exit, but they're hesitating
Jose Reyes' lackluster play may not be enough to end his Mets career anytime soon. As the veteran infielder continues his struggles, both offensively and defensively, team officials have discussed...
How Yoenis Cespedes' eventual return will ripple through Mets
The Mets moved closer to whole Tuesday, when they activated Todd Frazier and Anthony Swarzak from the disabled list. The next move, though, will be most fascinating and revelatory about...
Mets keep finding reasons to play Jose Reyes
MILWAUKEE — Jose Reyes’ lethargic play hasn’t been enough to bury him completely on the Mets bench. With Amed Rosario getting a rest Saturday, manager Mickey Callaway opted for the...
Wilmer Flores will get shot to be third baseman while Frazier's out
MILWAUKEE — The Mets’ third-base carousel in Todd Frazier’s absence has stopped on Wilmer Flores’ name. Normally limited to duty against lefty starters, Flores was in the Mets’ starting lineup...
Mets manager benches Jose Reyes and tries to lift his spirits
After Jose Reyes made two errors at third base on Tuesday, Mets manager Mickey Callaway went with Luis Guillorme in Frazier’s spot on Wednesday. Callaway said he spoke to Reyes...
Jose Bautista has to be the last flier Mets get
Ever been a parent? Ever issue the stern notification to your child, something to the effect of, “You can have ice cream before dinner today, but I swear, that’s the...
This feels like the end for Jose Reyes and the Mets
Jose Reyes was once among baseball’s most electrifying players, but that era has long disappeared, replaced by the wonder if he can just avoid being a liability for the Mets....
Jose Reyes has to adapt to survive in new Mets role
Jose Reyes wasn’t in the lineup against Miami right-hander Elieser Hernandez and he’s mired in a 2-for-22 slide as he struggles in his bench role. Asked if Reyes’ roster spot...
Mets turn to platoon for offense as Todd Frazier hits DL
The first hamstring injury of Todd Frazier’s career landed him on the disabled list Tuesday. Frazier tweaked his left leg the previous night charging a ball at third base and...
Jose Reyes comes full family circle with young Braves star
Jose Reyes was teammates with the father, and beginning Tuesday he will get to play against the son. Ronald Acuna Jr., the Braves’ stud outfield prospect, will be on display...
Adrian Gonzalez and Mets show no mercy in all-out eruption
SAN DIEGO — For one afternoon in his old stomping ground, Adrian Gonzalez resembled the beast who has spent the past decade-plus terrorizing pitchers. The Mets had received small dosages...
Rosario's error comes at worst time for Syndergaard, Mets
ST. LOUIS — This has been a difficult start for Jose Reyes, but one of his jobs is to keep young shortstop Amed Rosario in a positive frame of mind....
Desperate Jose Reyes turns to Twitter for hope
ATLANTA — Jose Reyes took to Twitter before Saturday’s game to post a positive thought. “Reyes will get a hit,” the Mets shortstop posted 11 times in succession. The tactic...
Mickey Callaway may have pushed Jeurys Familia too far
ATLANTA — Jeurys Familia’s busy April schedule may have finally caught up with him. Automatic during the Mets’ historic start to the season, the All-Star closer was dented for the...