New York Mets fans have been calling for Dwight “Doc” Gooden’s and Darryl Strawberry’s numbers to be retired by the franchise. The Mets will oblige. The team announced that Gooden’s No. 16 and Strawberry’s No. 18 will be retired in separate ceremonies at Citi Field during the 2024 season, honoring
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Justin Verlander addresses Mets 'diva' rumors that allegedly ticked off Max Scherzer
Justin Verlander’s departure from the New York Mets after just half a season is one of the main disappointments of a season the franchise is already trying to forget. As he and Max Scherzer, who was dealt to the Texas Rangers prior to Verlander’s trade to the Houston Astros, focus
Fan goes heels-over-head in chase for foul ball at Mets game
It’s every baseball fan’s dream to catch a foul ball at a game, and some will do whatever it takes to get one. Well, one fan at Monday night’s New York Mets game made sure the two-hour rain delay was going to be worthwhile. The Mets were facing the Chicago
Mets broadcaster Gary Cohen says Orioles 'draped' themselves 'in utter humiliation' over announcer drama
New York Mets broadcaster Gary Cohen ripped the Baltimore Orioles after play-by-play announcer Kevin Brown was reportedly suspended indefinitely for remarks he made about the organization’s wins. Cohen and Keith Hernandez were on the call for the Mets’ game against the Chicago Cubs on Monday night. For a brief moment,
Mets owner Steve Cohen promises 'competitive' 2024 team despite massive deadline sell-off
The New York Mets are focusing on the future after a trade deadline sell-off that included aces Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander showed the team is waving the white flag on the 2023 season. It’s a disappointment for the franchise and its fan base after owner Steve Cohen was aggressive
A (Sad) Playlist for the 2023 New York Mets
Dear listeners, This week, there has been joy neither in Mudville nor in Queens — home of the New York Mets, a team enjoying a catastrophically disappointing 2023 season. The Mets began the year with high hopes for a deep postseason run and with an even higher payroll (somewhere near
Mets lose in brutal fashion hours after trading Justin Verlander to Astros
The New York Mets had themselves one rough Tuesday as a disappointing season continued. After trading three-time Cy Young winner Max Scherzer to the Texas Rangers over the weekend, the Mets sent Justin Verlander – another three-time Cy Young winner – to the Houston Astros on Tuesday, the organization that
Max Scherzer reveals Mets focused on '2025-26' after conversations with GM Billy Eppler, owner Steve Cohen
New York Mets GM Billy Eppler said that just because veteran ace Max Scherzer was dealt to the Texas Rangers prior to the MLB trade deadline, it did not mean the team was in rebuild mode. Well, Scherzer seems to think otherwise. “I talked to Billy,” Scherzer said to The
Justin Verlander back with Astros as Mets unload second ace at MLB trade deadline: reports
It’s a Houston reunion: Justin Verlander is back with the Astros just before the MLB trade deadline, according to multiple reports. The Mets already unloaded Max Scherzer to the Texas Rangers, as their 2023 season has not been going according to plan. Now, it’s Verlander heading to Texas, but to
Mets GM denies team's rebuilding as Max Scherzer trade to Rangers becomes official
The Texas Rangers and New York Mets officially completed the Max Scherzer trade on Sunday. The Rangers acquired the three-time Cy Young Award winner and cash considerations in exchange for utility man Luisangel Acuna. Both teams announced the deal after it was initially reported Saturday night. CLICK HERE FOR MORE