After signing a superstar but losing a pop star, the Mets aim to make Citi Field twist again like it did last summer.

Players around MLB were shocked to see New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor ranked behind younger players on ESPN's top 100 list.

This past offseason, the New York Mets extended superstar first baseman Pete Alonso on a two-year, $54 million contract extension. This deal was considered to be a bargain as Alonso is one of the best power hitters in the game, evidenced by his two Home Run Derby championships and his 228 career home runs.

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If a batter has a strong hitter behind them in the lineup, they will, at least in theory, see better pitches and get more of a chance to swing the bat.

The New York Mets have been voted one of MLB's most improved teams in 2025, according to an MLB insider who polled executives.

Soto, 26, who signed a record-breaking 15-year, $756 million contract in December, and Holmes, 32, played for the New York Yankees in 2024. The Mets signed them in an attempt to bolster their roster after falling to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series last year.

Can the Mets deliver in 2025 amid all the hype after their blockbuster signing of Juan Soto this past offseason?

The New York Mets' bullpen has been stellar to start the 2025 regular season. Through April 2, the Mets' relief corps owns a collective 1.64 ERA, which is seco

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The partnership will include student site visits, mentorship opportunities, and course collaborations with the Mets, and the university’s brand will also be showcased in the team’s digital content.