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Marcus Stroman, Trevor Bauer struggle in debuts with new teams

Marcus Stroman and Trevor Bauer did not make great first impressions in their new uniforms, but there's no cause for concern — yet.

Jacob Janower

Heyward's homer leads Cubs to win

"I just asked (manager) Joe (Maddon) to be patient with me. Just give me a shot and here we go," Heyward said.

Alexis Mansanarez

Mets extend winning streak to 7

Wheeler threw seven scoreless innings and allowed just four hits while striking out seven.

E.Jay Zarett

MLB trade deadline live: Tracking rumors, news, updates on 2019 deadline day

Sporting News is tracking all the trades and rumors from the 2019 MLB trade deadline. Follow along here.

Drew Nantais

Mets GM explains deadline decisions

“Our focus at the trade deadline … is to win now and win in the future,” Van Wagenen told reporters, via The Athletic.

E.Jay Zarett

Best, worst moves from deadline

The Astros improved their team the most while the Mets hurt themselves once again.

Thomas Lott

Noah Syndergaard will not be dealt

Noah Syndergaard said Tuesday he did not think he was being traded. A report Wednesday confirmed his opinion.

Thomas Lott

'He's just a natural': Jeff McNeil sparks Mets with throwback approach

Jeff McNeil is unconventional. His path to the majors, his style of play, and even the kind of bat he uses are all a little different.

Jared Wyllys

MLB trade deadline live: Tracking rumors, news, updates on 2019 deadline day

Sporting News is tracking all the trades and rumors from the 2019 MLB trade deadline. Follow along here.

Drew Nantais

MLB trade rumors: Noah Syndergaard doesn't expect Mets to deal him

"Thor" expressed confidence that he will be with the club after the MLB trade deadline Wednesday.

Tom Gatto

Syndergaard: 'I think I'm staying'

Syndergaard said he's been in contact with the Mets' front office, and doesn't think his status with New York will change anytime soon.

Chelsea Howard

MLB wrap: Braves hold off Nationals

The 11-8 Atlanta victory came a day after Washington won with a similar margin of victory, 6-3, and was led by the efforts of Adam Duvall.

Alexis Mansanarez

Astros looking to add Zack Wheeler

Houston is "working hard to acquire" the 29-year-old starter from the Mets, according to a report from The Athletic.

E.Jay Zarett

Padres offer MLBers for Thor

There is no indication a deal between San Diego and New York is close.

Thomas Lott

Mets deal Jason Vargas to Phillies

The veteran lefty is headed to an NL East rival a day after the Mets acquired Marcus Stroman.

Marc Lancaster

Mets' Noah Syndergaard reacts to trade rumors on social media

Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard has been at the center of multiple trade rumors as the deadline approaches.

Alyssa Sconzo

Mets still looking to move Wheeler

The Mets acquired right-hander Marcus Stroman from the Blue Jays on Sunday in exchange for two pitching prospects.

E.Jay Zarett

Stroman addresses trade to Mets

Stroman was reportedly sent to the Mets on Sunday in exchange for pitching prospects Anthony Kay and Simeon Woods Richardson.

E.Jay Zarett

MLB wrap: July 28

"All our goals are still here," J.T. Realmuto said after the game. "We feel like we have a team here to do something special."

Alexis Mansanarez

Marcus Stroman trade grades: Just what the heck are the Mets doing?

Marcus Stroman wound up in New York — just not with the Yankees.

Joe Rivera

A's looking at Syndergaard, Wheeler

Oakland also has inquired about Tigers righty Shane Greene.

Gabrielle McMillen

Padres’ offers for Noah are 'light’

The Padres are reportedly pursuing Mets starter Noah Syndergaard, but the sides appear far away from completing a deal.

E.Jay Zarett

Mets to acquire Marcus Stroman

The Blue Jays will reportedly receive pitching prospects in return for Stroman.

E.Jay Zarett

Mets' Smith out with foot injury

"It's definitely a bummer. Something that I didn't think was, you know, this severe," Dominic told reporters.

Ameer Tyree

Mets exploring Syndergaard trade

The trade would send Noah Syndergaard to the Padres while getting pieces to New York that would help land Marcus Stroman.

Thomas Lott

Red Sox blow out Yankees

The Red Sox had this game locked up in the first inning.

Thomas Lott

Dodgers interested in Syndergaard

Multiple other teams, including the Yankees and Astros, have been linked to Syndergaard, as well.

E.Jay Zarett

Mets to re-sign Zack Wheeler?

Wheeler, who has spent the last six seasons with the Mets, would likely leave New York if a deal is not reached, the report noted.

Alexis Mansanarez

Mets' Pete Alonso vs. Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. just more proof that MLB's future is bright, brilliant

If seeing two talents like Pete Alonso and Fernando Tatís Jr. sharing the field doesn't get you excited about baseball in the coming years, then what will?

Joe Rivera

Two minutes with Pete Alonso

The rookie phenom has quite the take on Greta Van Fleet.

Joe Rivera

Mets ‘open to dealing’ Edwin Diaz

New York will only move Diaz if it “hits a home run” in the trade, according to a report from ESPN.

E.Jay Zarett

Cano leads Mets to win vs. Padres

Cano went 4 for 4 with three home runs and drove in all five of his team's runs.

Ameer Tyree

Mets likely to move Zack Wheeler

Wheeler is on the injured list with shoulder fatigue but he's expected to be activated later this week.

E.Jay Zarett

Tim Tebow placed on IL in Triple-A

Tebow suffered the injury while fielding a ball in the outfield and there’s currently no timetable for his return, his manager said Tuesday.

E.Jay Zarett

Two minutes with Dominic Smith

Dominic Smith has stepped up in a big way in 2019. He spoke with SN to discuss what has been different.

Joe Rivera

Wheeler's value not hurt by injury?

Wheeler is expected to throw a bullpen session sometime early this week, according to the New York Post.

E.Jay Zarett

Smith, Alonso shine in Mets' win

The Mets lost to the Giants in dramatic fashion on Friday but came back to claim a huge win on Saturday at Oracle Park.

Ameer Tyree

Dominic Smith makes like Luis Castillo, drops a popup, costs Mets a game

Smith, a converted first baseman, failed to catch a shallow fly to left and the Giants took advantage.

Tom Gatto

Cardinals mount comeback vs. Reds

The Cardinals topped the Reds 12-11 at Great American Ball Park, despite trailing 7-0 entering the sixth inning.

Ameer Tyree

Madison Bumgarner cares deeply for Giants, doesn't give 'a s—' about trade rumors

Bumgarner's best pitching performance in years continued San Francisco's unexpected hot streak.

Dan Bernstein

8 teams calling about Syndergaard

The Mets are still unlikely to move Syndergaard before the July 31 deadline, according to SNY.

E.Jay Zarett

Smith: I only want to play for NY

The 24-year-old’s name has begun to surface in trade rumors because he’s behind star Pete Alonso on the Mets’ depth chart.

E.Jay Zarett

Giants throw wrench into deadline

The Giants have shaken things up massively with their recent trip to Coors Field in Colorado.

Thomas Lott

What could Syndergaard net Mets?

Syndergaard has said he wants to stay with the Mets, but with Zack Wheeler going on the IL, a trade for the righty might be more likely.

Thomas Lott

MLB wrap: Rays almost make history

Tampa Bay was close to pitching the first combined perfect game in MLB history.

Alexis Mansanarez

Syndergaard addresses trade rumors

"As of right now, I love being a Met," Syndergaard told reporters. "If something were to ever change, it would definitely be bittersweet."

E.Jay Zarett

Cody Bellinger, Dodgers top Red Sox

The Dodgers beat the reigning MLB champions handily on Saturday, and on Cody Bellinger's birthday no less.

Ameer Tyree

Mets GM discusses trade deadline

While Van Wagenen declared the Mets aren't giving up on this season, he said his franchise has changed its approach to the trade deadline.

Chelsea Howard

Dwight Gooden arrested for cocaine

Gooden has struggled with substance abuse issues for years, and in 2006 served seven months in prison for a drug-related issue.

Arthur Weinstein

Mets set price for Syndergaard

Syndergaard has regressed this season as he holds a 6-4 record with a 4.68 ERA in 17 starts.

E.Jay Zarett

Padres interested in Syndergaard

The Astros and Brewers have interest in the hard-throwing right-hander, as well.

Thomas Lott

Teams inquiring about Syndergaard

The Brewers are “monitoring” Syndergaard’s availability while “some within the Astros organization are intrigued” by him.

E.Jay Zarett

Girardi could manage Mets next year

"If you're looking for someone who will manage a great game for three hours, Girardi will do that," one executive said.

Ameer Tyree

Frazier talks Arrieta threat

Arrieta said after the Mets win over the Phillies Saturday night that he would "put a dent in (Frazier's) skull."

Gabrielle McMillen

Mets relievers reportedly caused another meltdown — by the GM who put relief crew together

New York first-year general manager Brodie Van Wagenen reportedly is fed up with how the group he assembled in the offseason has been performing.

Tom Gatto

Kawhi Leonard: Best city rivalries

Kawhi Leonard looks set to be going head-to-head with LeBron James in Los Angeles, in the latest example of a cross-city rivalry.

Patric Ridge

St. Lucie Mets start fire

Fortunately, the fire was extinguished quickly and no injuries were reported.

Chelsea Howard

Subway Series had Citi — and city — buzzing, but Yankees-Mets could use jolt from MLB

With so many intracity rivalries across baseball, the sport needs to do a better job of promoting what makes them — and their fans — so different.

Joe Rivera

Trout pulling away in MVP race

Mike Trout is having a truly special season and that should not be ignored.

Thomas Lott

Two minutes with Michael Conforto

In the latest edition of "Two Minutes With…" Mets fan favorite Michael Conforto spoke with SN about getting hyped for the majors, getting hyped vs. the Yankees and getting hyped by Drake.

Joe Rivera

Mets open to trading with Yankees

“Honestly, I hate change,” Wheeler told The Athletic earlier this week. “I’m a homebody. I like the group of guys we’ve got here."

E.Jay Zarett

Yankees activate Domingo German

German had been on the 10-day IL with a hip flexor strain and had been out since June 7.

Gabrielle McMillen

Yankees home-run streak snapped

The Yankees entered Tuesday's matchup having homered in an MLB record 31 straight games.

E.Jay Zarett

Yankees home-run streak snapped

The Yankees entered Tuesday's matchup having homered in an MLB record 31 straight games.

E.Jay Zarett

Mets open to moving Frazier, Vargas

New York is open to moving starter Jason Vargas and infielder Todd Frazier, according to a report from SNY.

E.Jay Zarett

Yankees complete sweep of Red Sox

Didi Gregorius added an insurance run in the eighth and extended the team's home run streak to 31 consecutive games.

Alexis Mansanarez

Mets announce 2 living players dead

The Mets included Jim Gosger and Jesse Hudson in a tribute video to remember the players that have died. But the two are still living.

Chelsea Howard

McKay dominates in debut

"It was fun to watch,'' Rays manager Kevin Cash said. "Just the way he carried himself, it was kind of unflappable.''

Alexis Mansanarez

Hapless Orioles destroy Indians

Baltimore was exceptional at the plate and racked up 16 hits to Cleveland's six on the night.

Ameer Tyree

Mike Francesa goes on screaming rant after Mets lose fifth straight: 'Fire all of 'em'

The Mets lost in walk-off fashion In back-to-back games to the Phillies. That, it seems, was a breaking point for Mike Francesa.

Alyssa Sconzo

Twins, Rays struggle to hit

The Twins and Rays were tied 2-2 after the top of the second, but followed with 31 consecutive scoreless half innings.

Thomas Lott

Rumor: Yankees ‘love’ Mets' Wheeler

The Braves and Brewers also could be in the mix to acquire the 29-year-old right-hander, according to SNY.

E.Jay Zarett

Reds, Padres highlight the best of the meh-st in first half of MLB season

There are plenty of teams under .500 but some are more intriguing than others.

Joe Rivera

Phillies go all-in on Brad Miller's bamboo magic, giving journeyman's career new gusto

A clubhouse plant is making Miller very popular in Philadelphia.

Dan Bernstein

Mets GM dictating in-game decisions

Mets GM Brodie Van Wagenen denies reports he's micromanaging the team, but said he talks to staff about situations involving injuries.

Arthur Weinstein

Mickey Callaway's tirade recalls simpler, no less combustible time in media relations

Confrontations between managers and media go way, way back in MLB history, as noted by Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy.

Mike DeCourcy

What's going on with the Mets? Don't ask manager Mickey Callaway

General manager Brodie Van Wagenen relayed in-game pitching decisions to Callaway, according to multiple reports.

Dan Bernstein

MLB wrap: Phillies swept by Marlins

Although the Marlins are last in the NL East standings, they beat the second-place Phillies three times in a row this weekend.

Ameer Tyree

Yankees homer in 25th straight

Gio Urshela's home run kept the historic streak going against the Astros as the Yankees went on to win 7-5.

Alexis Mansanarez

Keuchel pegged with loss in debut

Keuchel pitched in an MLB game for the first time since last year’s American League Championship series.

Alexis Mansanarez

Tim Tebow, UNCC shooting survivor cherish each other's company

Drew Pescaro drew inspiration from his private pregame conversation with Tebow.

Dan Bernstein

Tim Tebow, UNCC shooting survivor cherish each other's company

Drew Pescaro drew inspiration from his private pregame conversation with Tebow.

Dan Bernstein

Wheeler addresses trade rumors

"I'm here now and I want to help this team win," Wheeler said Monday. "I know we're capable of it and we've got a good squad.”

E.Jay Zarett

What's up with the Mets?

The Mets are in the midst of another mediocre season despite having answers seemingly everywhere. So what's going on?

Joe Rivera

Gary Cohen talks his broadcasting journey

Gary Cohen has been synonymous with Mets broadcasting since the '80s, and on Tuesday night is set to call his 2,000th game for New York.

Ryan Fagan

Syndergaard (hamstring) on IL

Noah Syndergaard was taken out of the game in the seventh inning and was seen grabbing the back of his right leg.

Thomas Lott

Astros may have All-Star in Alvarez

Yordan Alvarez because just the fourth player ever to hit at least four home runs in his first five career games.

Thomas Lott

The Cardinals out-Mets'd the Mets with game-ending blunder

The Cardinals used their No. 2 starting pitcher as a pinch runner, and, well, it didn't exactly work.

Thomas Schlarp

Mets' Wilson Ramos learns wife's pregnant during game

The veteran catcher got the news while in the on-deck circle during Thursday's game.

Drew Nantais

MLB scout says Tim Tebow has peaked

“I just think he’s reached his top, his zenith, as far as Triple-A,” the unnamed scout said. “I don’t think he’s a major league player."

Kirstie Chiappelli

Pro teams want to offer betting

The report comes after an amendment was made Tuesday to New York's sports betting bill.

Chelsea Howard

Matz's 10 K's lead Mets to win

The Mets pitcher mowed down quite a few Rockies batters in New York's 5-3 victory over Colorado.

Ameer Tyree

Tom Brady doesn't like 'Tom Terrific' nickname, wants trademark so others can't use it on him

Tom Brady means no disrespect to Mets Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver. In fact, he'd rather people call him 'Tom Terrific' than himself.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Rockies complete sweep of Blue Jays

The Rockies topped the Blue Jays, 5-1, with the help of David Dahl and Nolan Arenado, who both finished 2 for 4 at the plate.

Alexis Mansanarez

Hiura leads Brewers to win

Hiura hit the game-tying two-run home run in the ninth to force extra innings against the Pirates on Saturday.

Alexis Mansanarez

Dodgers' nasty side comes out in huge rally against Mets' bullpen

LA showed off its swag by scoring six runs over the final three innings and pulling off a stunning victory.

Tom Gatto

2019 MLB Draft: Late-round steals of the 2000s offer glimpse into scouting process

There are many examples of MLB teams finding value in the middle or near the end of a draft.

Dan Bernstein

2019 MLB Draft: Late-round steals of the 2000s offer glimpse into scouting process

There are many examples of MLB teams finding value in the middle or near the end of a draft.

Dan Bernstein

Tebow strikes out on position pitch

Tebow went down looking Tuesday against the Buffalo Bisons when he faced Jordan Petterson, who had never pitched in minors before.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Cody Bellinger is more than a hitter — he's an art form

The Dodgers' superstar showed his full worth Monday night in a win over the Mets.

Dan Bernstein

MLB wrap: May 27

Oakland won its 10th consecutive game after topping Los Angeles, 8-5.

Alexis Mansanarez

Twins complete sweep of White Sox

It is the first time the Twins (36-16) are 20 games over .500 since the end of the 2010 season.

Alexis Mansanarez

Mets signing Kemp to deal

Matt Kemp has signed a minor league deal with the Mets.

Cespedes out for 2019 after surgery

Cespedes fractured his right ankle in multiple places Monday during an accident on his ranch in Florida.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Rajai Davis completes trip back to majors, gets right to work with Mets

The 38-year-old outfielder is already a hit with his new club.

Tom Gatto

Robinson Cano gets hurt while running and Mets fans get another opportunity to rant

The veteran second baseman tried — and failed — to run out a ground ball. He wasn't the only one feeling the pain afterward.

Tom Gatto

Five times Mickey Callaway showed he's not up to managing the Mets

Mickey Callaway has managed 1 1/4 seasons in New York. There are at least five examples of why his tenure ought not to last much longer.

Tom Gatto

Mets snap five-game losing streak

The win was a nice distraction from earlier headlines which included questions surrounding manager Mickey Callaway's job.

Alexis Mansanarez

Todd Frazier separated from Adam Eaton in Mets-Nationals skirmish

It was not immediately clear what led to the argument.

Dan Bernstein

Mets GM supports Mickey Callaway

The second-year manager has been under fire since the Marlins swept the Mets over the weekend, but his job is safe for now.

Marc Lancaster

Mickey Callaway on the hot seat

The Mets fell to four games under .500 Saturday night after losing their second straight to the Marlins.

Arthur Weinstein

George Springer making MVP case

George Springer hit a go-ahead two-run homer which would prove to be the difference in the Astros' win over the Red Sox.

Thomas Lott

Mets DFA Broxton, bring up Gomez

New York traded three players to the Brewers to acquire Broxton this winter, but he has been a disappointment.

Marc Lancaster

Rangers club 5 homers in win

The Rangers plated 16 runs in a win over the Royals and they didn't even score the most runs on the day.

Thomas Lott

Rangers club 5 homers in win

The Rangers plated 16 runs in a win over the Royals and they didn't even score the most runs on the day.

Thomas Lott

Noah Syndergaard blows by Nationals, gets back to basics

Syndergaard has now lasted at least eight innings in two of his past three starts.

Dan Bernstein

Rockies prevail vs. Red Sox

Sale became the first pitcher in MLB history to strike out at least 17 batters in seven or fewer innings, according to USA Today.

Alexis Mansanarez

Mets' Lowrie suffers injury setback

Jed Lowrie has yet to play a game this year for the struggling Mets and he won't be playing one anytime soon.

Thomas Lott

Mets can limit their search for answers to one primary area

Second-year manager Mickey Callaway is working to avoid another early-season collapse by his team.

Tom Gatto

Mets can limit their search for answers to one primary area

Second-year manager Mickey Callaway is working to avoid another early-season collapse by his team.

Tom Gatto

Boyd, Gibson, Peacock pitch well

You may not know these players, but they're all doing more than enough to deserve some attention.

Thomas Lott

Teams will be interested in Smith

Smith has been passed on the team’s depth chart by young star Pete Alonso, which could lead the Mets to consider trading him.

E.Jay Zarett

Teams will be interested in Smith

Smith has been passed on the team’s depth chart by young star Pete Alonso, which could lead the Mets to consider trading him.

E.Jay Zarett

Alonso vs. Paddack: Round 1

Pete Alonso vs. Chris Paddack is what baseball needs — two young, growing stars on opposite coasts.

Joe Rivera

Orioles sting Red Sox, and the other coolest things in baseball last night

Baltimore continues to hurt Boston despite struggling against almost everyone else.

Dan Bernstein

Ron Darling has thyroid cancer

Darling took a leave of absence from the SNY broadcast booth in mid-April after announcing on the air doctors had found a mass in his chest.

Arthur Weinstein

Steven Matz fighting arm problem

Mets manager Mickey Callaway said it doesn't appear Matz's problem is related to nerve surgery he underwent in August 2017.

Arthur Weinstein

Marte hits walk-off home run

"Those situations don't happen a lot, but there's something special about them," Marte said after the game.

Alexis Mansanarez

Lorenzo Cain leaves game after HBP

The Brewers center fielder took a fastball directly off his left hand and appeared to be in considerable pain.

Arthur Weinstein

Brewers top Mets in 18 innings

Ryan Braun sealed the deal for Milwaukee with a double in the bottom of the 18th that brought two runners home.

Ameer Tyree

Devers error precedes walkoff homer

Rafael Devers is second in MLB with nine errors and two have been very costly in the last week.

Thomas Lott

Syndergaard accomplishes rare feat

Syndergaard threw a shutout and hit a homer in the Mets' 1-0 win over the Reds on Thursday.

E.Jay Zarett

Mets spoil great deGrom start

The Mets started the year 9-4, but are 6-11 since.

Thomas Lott

Mets' Familia lands on injured list

Familia felt discomfort in his shoulder Wednesday morning after giving up two earned runs on four hits against the Reds the night before.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Yoenis Cespedes' return uncertain

Cespedes, a two-time All-Star, has played in only 119 games the past two years after signing a $110 million, four-year extension.

Arthur Weinstein

Jesus Aguilar lifts Brewers, and the other coolest things in baseball last night

The Milwaukee first baseman finally hit his first home run of the season. Then he hit another one.

Dan Bernstein

MLB wrap: April 28

The Nationals had not one, not two, but three players 21 or younger hit home runs against the Padres on Sunday.

Alexis Mansanarez

Yelich (back) exits game vs. Mets

Yelich was replaced by Ben Gamel in right field to start the fifth inning.

Chelsea Howard

Braun hit with beer, misses catch

A fan accidentally dumped his entire beer on Braun, who was leaping up by the stands to make a catch off Alonso's bat.

Gabrielle McMillen

Noah Syndergaard not panicking

Syndergaard has given up at least four runs in five of his six starts.

Arthur Weinstein

Murphy leads Rockies to win

Daniel Murphy has played just two games since returning from injury but that didn't slow him down Friday.

Thomas Lott

MLB suspends Mets' Rhame 2 games

MLB suspended the Mets reliever for two games for what it said was "intentionally" throwing near Phillies slugger Rhys Hoskins' head.

Bob Hille

Zack Wheeler is electric against the Phillies, and the other coolest things from last night

Wheeler became the first player this season to hit a ball 100 mph and hit triple digits with a pitch in the same game.

Dan Bernstein

Zack Wheeler impresses in Mets' win

Wheeler pitched seven scoreless innings in New York’s 9-0 win over the Phillies at Citi Field. He also drove in three runs.

E.Jay Zarett

Arrieta critical of Harper ejection

Bryce Harper was ejected in the fourth inning during another player's at-bat.

Thomas Lott

Arrieta critical of Harper ejection

Bryce Harper was ejected in the fourth inning during another player's at-bat.

Thomas Lott

Bryce Harper charges umpire after being ejected from dugout

He became the first Phillies player to be ejected since 2015.

Dan Bernstein

Mets, Brewers may pursue Gonzalez

The Mets were “minimally interested” in Gonzalez during the offseason but are “more intrigued now,” according to a report from SNY.

E.Jay Zarett

Syndergaard on early struggles

“It would’ve been a great win today, but I let the team down,” Syndergaard said after a loss to the Cardinals.

E.Jay Zarett

Red Sox, Yankees win in extras

The Red Sox completed a three-game sweep of the first-place Rays, while the Yankees have now won five of six.

Arthur Weinstein

Jacob deGrom might not need MRI

The Mets righty is confident he will be ready to return once his injured list stint ends Friday.

Chelsea Howard

DeGrom undering MRI on elbow

deGrom was sent back to New York after his elbow started to hurt while playing catch Friday.

Thomas Lott

DeGrom undering MRI on elbow

deGrom was sent back to New York after his elbow started to hurt while playing catch Friday.

Thomas Lott

DeGrom undering MRI on elbow

deGrom was sent back to New York after his elbow started to hurt while playing catch Friday.

Thomas Lott

MLB wrap: April 17

The Braves' bullpen lost their second game in a row, while the Red Sox's relievers gave up four runs.

Thomas Lott

Ron Darling's surgery 'went well'

Darling, 58, announced Saturday that a series of tests had revealed a large mass in his chest that would require the surgery.

Bob Hille

Paxton leads NY to win over BOS

Paxton threw eight shutout innings while allowing just two hits in New York's 8-0 win over Boston.

E.Jay Zarett

Video shows Mets' Noah Syndergaard potentially cheating vs. Phillies

A Twitter user spotted Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard appearing to rub a substance onto the ball.

Jordan Heck

Mets to keep Vargas in the rotation

Vargas surrendered four runs and three walks while recording just one out in his start Saturday against the Braves.

E.Jay Zarett

Mets to keep Vargas in the rotation

Vargas surrendered four runs and three walks while recording just one out in his start Saturday against the Braves.

E.Jay Zarett

Ron Darling announces medical leave of absence from Mets' TV booth

Ron Darling will be off SNY's broadcasts as he deals with having a mass in his chest removed.

Alyssa Sconzo

MLB wrap: April 12

Arrieta, 33, gave up just one run in seven innings pitched. He has the 22nd most wins among active pitchers.

Ameer Tyree

MLB wrap: April 11

The Mariners have won 86.7 percent of their games through 15 times out this season.

Thomas Lott

MLB wrap: April 11

The Mariners have won 86.7 percent of their games through 15 times out this season.

Thomas Lott

MLB wrap: April 10

The Athletics outfielder had his 17th multi-home run game since 2016 against the Orioles.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: April 9

The Reds pulled off an impressive victory Tuesday, using a seven-run sixth inning to top the Marlins, 14-0.

Alexis Mansanarez

Jacob deGrom's run of excellence comes into greater focus after Citi stumble

Mets ace Jacob deGrom's start against the Twins was his worst since September 2017. Between those clunkers was a full season's worth of deGrominance.

Tom Gatto

Craig Kimbrel will get his money soon as MLB clubs face pressure to improve

The Red Sox, Braves and Cubs are among the teams in need of bullpen help. Soon enough, a club will turn to Kimbrel.

Dan Bernstein

MLB wrap: April 1

The 444-foot homer was the last of New York's runs in its 7-3 victory over Miami.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: March 31

Philadelphia started the Bryce Harper-era off on the right note.

Alexis Mansanarez

Mets checking in on two pitchers

New York does not want “to be caught unaware if an opportunity arises,” according to The Athletic.

E.Jay Zarett

MLB wrap: Charlie Morton, Rays shut down Astros' potent lineup in emotional win

Charlie Morton made his first appearance against his former team, the Astros, with whom he won a World Series in 2017.

Thomas Lott

Mets love Robinson Cano's head even more than his bat and glove

The Mets decided it was time to get a wise old head on their roster, and Robinson Cano showed why that mattered on Opening Day, with a savvy play they hope his teammates learn from.

David Steele

MLB wrap: Chris Sale, Blake Snell give fan bases something to worry about

It's just one start, so let's not go nuts, but there are legitimate warning signs for at least one of these pitchers.

Thomas Lott

MLB Opening Day 2019: Scores, results, highlights from every game

Sporting News tracked all the action from Opening Day for the 2019 MLB season. Catch up on the scores and highlights with our updates from Thursday's games.

Jacob Janower

Mets arming themselves to jump into thick of NL East race

On Opening Day, two days after taking care of Jacob deGrom, the Mets looked like a team that's ready to contend now — and the Nationals, Braves and Phillies had better keep an eye out for them.

David Steele

Nats fans

Many Nationals fans showed up to their first game of the season wearing altered versions of Harper's Washington jersey.

Gabrielle McMillen

MLB Opening Day 2019: Schedule for all 30 teams

Every MLB team will be playing on Opening Day in 2019 for a second straight year. Here is everything to know about the unofficial national holiday for baseball fans, including first pitch times and TV information for all 30 clubs.

Jacob Janower

NL East guide for 2019: Biggest strength, weakness and question for each team

The NL East could be the best division in baseball in 2019. But that doesn't mean every team isn't without its questions.

Joe Rivera

Big changes to MLB rosters, trade deadline, All-Star voting to be announced, report says

Separate from those changes, players and owners will begin negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement more than two years before the agreement is set to expire.

Tom Gatto

Daisuke Matsuzaka sidelined again after pitching arm reportedly damaged by fan

The once-heralded Japanese star is out of after an encounter with an "overzealous admirer" reportedly went badly.

Tom Gatto

DH in the NL this year? Teams already have options if change happens

Each National League team has at least one designated hitter candidate on its roster, and a lot of those options are making serious money. SN lists the best in-house option ahead of spring training.

Tom Gatto

Jason Bay, Ryan Dempster highlight Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame 2019 induction class

Jason Bay, Ryan Dempster, Rob Thomson and Gord Ash will be inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame June 15 in St. Mary's, Ont.

Matt Hornick

MLB hot stove: Top five remaining free agents who aren't Harper or Machado

Pitchers and catchers report to spring training in just a couple of weeks, yet some of baseball's best talents — not named Harper or Machado — remain without a team.

Thomas Schlarp

Mets' Justin Wilson latest player to cast doubts on MLB teams' devotion to winning

In his introductory conference call, the new Mets reliever echoed Justin Verlander's comments from over the weekend weekend, saying teams seem more focused on making money than putting winning teams on the field.

Joe Rivera

Manny Machado rumors: The cases for and against the five best landing spots for Machado

While his controversies and demeanor have taken center stage, there's no denying that all 30 teams would love to have Manny Machado. Here are the five best fits.

Joe Rivera

Matt Harvey's free-agent fizzle highlights risk of assuming things

Matt Harvey was expected to headline an all-time free-agent class this offseason, but injuries and ineffectiveness destroyed that possibility. That swerve makes predicting what he'll be with the Angels difficult.

Tom Gatto

Should the defensive shift be banned? Not so fast, say MLB managers at winter meetings

A majority of the skippers, not surprisingly, want to keep something that gives them an advantage during games.

Ryan Fagan

MLB trade rumors: Zack Greinke, Corey Kluber headline five starting pitchers who could be dealt

The hot stove is already lit, but free agents on the market aren't the only players who could be in new uniforms come 2018.

Ryan Fagan

Robinson Cano trade grades: Mets baffle with gutsy move; Mariners add by subtracting

The Mets and the Mariners finalized a blockbuster deal on Monday. Here's how it adds up.

Joe Rivera

On Jacob deGrom, Joe Magrane and one voter's NL Cy Young award ballot

Sporting News had a vote for this year's National League Cy Young award (spoiler: Jacob deGrom was the first choice). Our writer's decision led him back to a time when pitcher wins ruled the process.

Ryan Fagan

Five way-too-early bold predictions for the 2019 MLB season

The Yankees heighten a historical feat, the NL West features a surprise team and more bold, spicy predictions to keep you warm this winter.

Joe Rivera

Mets GM Brodie Van Wagenen faces new, old challenge in form of Jacob deGrom deal

Jacob deGrom's former agent is now the general manager of the team he pitches for, the New York Mets. How will this affect future contract negotiations?

Jim Cerny

Five questions about the Mets' hiring of new GM Brodie Van Wagenen

New York is making an unorthodox hire in the 44-year-old Van Wagenen, who will go straight from player agent to front-office leader.

Tom Gatto

NL Cy Young race: Jacob deGrom leads Aaron Nola, Max Scherzer in sturdy Big 3

The top three pitchers in the National League Cy Young race are all worthy of first-place votes.

Tom Gatto

NL Rookie of the Year race: Ronald Acuna Jr., Juan Soto extend East battle to award vote

The NL East outfielders figure to be rivals for years to come. The competition began in 2018, when each became top-of-the-order producers.

Tom Gatto

Goodbye to David Wright, the reason I fell in love with Mets baseball

David Wright has played the last game of his career and walked away from the only team he has ever known. This is my goodbye to the Captain.

Alyssa Sconzo

Goodbye to David Wright, the reason I fell in love with Mets baseball

David Wright has played the last game of his career and walked away from the only team he has ever known. This is my goodbye to the Captain.

Alyssa Sconzo

NL MVP race: Javier Baez, Christian Yelich, Freddie Freeman leaders of large pack

The 30 voters for National League Most Valuable Player can choose from a large group of candidates this season. Two Central Division rivals have a handful of games to stand out.

Tom Gatto

Ex-Met Wally Backman still seeks path back to majors, with past difficult to overcome

Wally Backman has his legion of believers. Now it’s a matter of converting major league decision-makers.

Jim Cerny

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