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Now add two more surgeries to Mets' bloodshed
Bad news continues to rain down on the Mets. Two days after announcing Michael Conforto's surgery, the team revealed surgery plans for T.J. Rivera and Josh Edgin. Rivera, 28, will...
AJ Ramos did double take when he heard he was traded to Mets
SEATTLE — AJ Ramos was as surprised as anyone when he heard the Marlins had traded him to the Mets. “I heard all kinds of [rumors], but I didn’t hear...
Wilmer Flores delivers another Mets' walkoff moment
It is hard to envision the Mets reaching the postseason for a third straight year. It is hard to imagine the Mets leaping multiple teams, overcoming numerous injuries and reversing...
Midseason report card: Brain behind Mets can't dig any lower
A Mets team built on pitching arrived at the All-Star break with a 4.94 ERA that ranked 28th in the major leagues. Any questions? In a nutshell, the season’s first...
Mascot's meltdown caps ugly night for deGrom and Mets
Jacob deGrom was likely abducted by aliens Wednesday night and replaced in his body by Rafael Montero, because it seems implausible the Mets ace could have pitched this poorly. This...
Mets' pitiful bullpen spoils Terry Collins' birthday
PITTSBURGH — For his 68th birthday Saturday, manager Terry Collins closed his eyes, blew out the candles and began signaling to the bullpen. Just when it appeared the Mets had...
Mets' two bright spots save the beleaguered bullpen
The Mets’ beleaguered bullpen clearly has been overworked and understaffed. What they had hoped for Thursday night was five innings from spot-starter Rafael Montero. What they got was a three...
Mets can't just blame all their problems on bad luck anymore
PHOENIX — There is more than the Bullpen of Death at work here. This is where the Mets are at after another dreadful loss, a 7-3 defeat Monday night to...
Rafael Montero's chances with Mets may be running out
MILWAUKEE — Rafael Montero remains on the Mets’ roster because of his healthy, live arm, but soon that might not be enough. Booted from the rotation after one hellacious start,...
Mets need bullpen help: Will Alderson hit trade market early?
An already fragile Mets bullpen could be left searching for answers with Jeurys Familia likely headed to the disabled list. Addison Reed would again slot into the closer’s role if...
Who needs pitching? Mets pick up deGrom and hammer Braves
ATLANTA — Welcome to bizarro world for the Mets. Now it’s the suddenly productive lineup bailing out a slumping starting rotation. You know, the same lineup that couldn’t score runs...
Terry Collins is often questioned, but deserves props for gutsy call
WASHINGTON — So you’re Terry Collins, and you have spent the entirety of your time in New York sitting square on the griddle of public opinion. You have been roasted...
Mets succumb to walkoff loss after Noah Syndergaard's exit
MIAMI — Josh Edgin was one strike away from sending the Mets to extra innings for the second straight night, but J.T. Realmuto would have none of it. The Marlins...
Unlikely contender making push for Mets bullpen job
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Paul Sewald could leave the Mets with a difficult choice for the final bullpen spot. As the Mets prepare for the likelihood Jeurys Familia will...
The Mets just can't quit Tim Tebow (and his magic)
JUPITER, Fla. — Tim Tebow keeps re-emerging in the Mets’ lineup. The former Heisman Trophy winner appeared finished with the major league club — for the second time this spring...
Why the Mets could keep three lefties in the bullpen
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Three lefties in the bullpen might not be a far-fetched idea for the Mets, at least to start the season. With Jerry Blevins locked into...
Mets have a plan to keep Lucas Duda mashing
PORT ST. LUCIE — Even extra rust couldn’t prevent Lucas Duda from making a contribution Friday. After missing the Mets’ initial seven exhibition games following back spasms, Duda delivered a...
How Mets are trying to massage budget for lefty reliever reunion
The Mets have trepidation heading to spring training without a proven lefty reliever and remain interested in a reunion with Jerry Blevins. But with the Mets limited in payroll flexibility...
Mets avoid any Matt Harvey contract drama
Good vibes all around for Dark Knight & Co. Mets starters are looking forward to a healthy 2017. They are off to a good start with their bank accounts as...
When David Wright expects to start comeback for 2017
David Wright is already looking toward 2017. The Mets captain, who received some of the loudest applause during pregame introductions Wednesday, indicated his expectation is to begin offseason workouts in...