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Alvarez Rehab Assignment Starts Tuesday in Syracuse

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RosterNYMMay 31, 11:08 PM EDT

Alvarez Rehab Assignment Starts Tuesday in Syracuse

Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez is ahead of schedule after meniscus surgery and will begin a rehab stint with Triple-A Syracuse on Tuesday.

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed Sunday that Francisco Alvarez will begin his rehab assignment Tuesday with Triple-A Syracuse. Alvarez had right meniscus surgery on May 14, one day after being placed on the 10-day IL. He has been catching bullpens, blocking, running, and throwing during his recovery. Mendoza noted the original timeline was eight weeks but suggested Alvarez could return sooner given his rapid progress.

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InjuryNYMMay 31, 10:10 AM EDT

Soto's Early-Season Calf Injury Delayed His 2026 Start

The Mets star missed significant time in April with a calf injury but has since returned and is playing at an MVP level.

Juan Soto sustained a calf injury early in the 2026 season that kept him sidelined for most of April. After returning, he took time to find his footing before breaking out with some of the best play of his career in recent weeks. His resurgence has been a bright spot for a Mets team that has otherwise struggled offensively and with injuries across the roster.

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RosterNYMMay 30, 10:02 PM EDT

Mets option Tobias Myers to Triple-A Syracuse

Myers was sent down after Friday's game, but the Mets plan to stretch him out as a potential starter over the next two weeks.

The Mets optioned right-hander Tobias Myers to Triple-A Syracuse following Friday's game to add a fresh bullpen arm to the roster. Manager Carlos Mendoza said Myers will follow a scripted program in the minors to build up his pitch count and length. After 15 days, the team will decide whether to return him as a reliever or insert him into the starting rotation. Mendoza described Myers as versatile and an important part of the pitching staff.

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InjuryNYMMay 30, 9:27 PM EDT

Polanco Nearing Mets Return, Targeting Padres Series

The Mets DH/1B has played three rehab games with Double-A Binghamton and is expected to rejoin the club in San Diego on June 5.

Jorge Polanco has been on a rehab assignment with Double-A Binghamton, having last appeared in the majors on April 14. He has played parts of three games, going 2-for-5 with a home run, three RBI, and two walks. The Mets expect him to return primarily as a DH during their upcoming road trip. The team is targeting his return for the start of a three-game series against the Padres beginning June 5, per beat reporter Mike Puma.

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NewsNYMMay 30, 8:20 PM EDT

Christian Scott Picks Up First Career Win in Strong Marlins Outing

The 26-year-old Mets starter is finding his footing after missing all of 2025 to Tommy John surgery, flashing swing-and-miss stuff in a 6-1 win.

Christian Scott recorded his first MLB win in his 16th career start, allowing one run with eight strikeouts over five innings against Miami. The right-hander missed the entire 2025 season recovering from Tommy John surgery before returning this year. Across seven starts in 2025, Scott carries a 2.97 ERA and 38 strikeouts, signaling a strong post-surgery return. Manager Carlos Mendoza praised the outing and expressed confidence Scott will continue contributing to the rotation.

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Murakami out 4-6 weeks with right hamstring strain

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InjuryNYMMay 30, 5:52 PM EDT

Murakami out 4-6 weeks with right hamstring strain

The Mets slugger heads to the injured list with a hamstring injury, creating a significant lineup void for several weeks.

Munetaka Murakami has been placed on the injured list due to a right hamstring strain. The timetable for his return is estimated at 4 to 6 weeks. His absence represents a notable loss of power in the lineup. The team has called up a minor league slugger, Gonzalez, to help fill the gap.

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Mets Bring In Cionel Perez From Triple-A

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RosterNYMMay 30, 12:42 PM EDT

Mets Bring In Cionel Perez From Triple-A

New York selects the contract of veteran lefty Cionel Perez, who recently cleared waivers with Washington and signed a minors deal with the Mets.

The Mets have selected the contract of left-hander Cionel Perez from Triple-A Syracuse. Perez was outrighted off Washington's 40-man roster in early May after posting a 6.19 ERA in 16 appearances and subsequently chose free agency. He signed a minor league deal with New York shortly after and will now join the big-league bullpen. His best stretch came with Baltimore from 2022-24, where he recorded a 3.12 ERA over 164.2 innings.

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Mets Add LHP Cionel Perez via Contract Selection

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RosterNYMMay 30, 12:42 PM EDT

Mets Add LHP Cionel Perez via Contract Selection

New York brings in veteran lefty Cionel Perez on a new minor league deal after he was outrighted and released by Washington earlier in May.

The Mets officially selected the contract of left-hander Cionel Perez from Triple-A Syracuse. Perez had signed with Washington before the season, made the Opening Day roster, but struggled to a 6.19 ERA in 16 appearances before being outrighted off the 40-man roster. He rejected that assignment, became a free agent, and signed a new minor league deal with New York shortly after. Perez was effective with Baltimore from 2022–24, posting a 3.12 ERA over 164.2 innings.

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Mets Option Tobias Myers to Minors for Bullpen Roster Move

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RosterNYMMay 30, 2:00 PM EDT

Mets Option Tobias Myers to Minors for Bullpen Roster Move

New York sent the versatile reliever down with an option remaining, citing a pitching crunch — but manager Mendoza says Myers will return soon.

The Mets optioned right-hander Tobias Myers to the minors before Saturday's game against the Marlins to add a fresh bullpen arm. Manager Carlos Mendoza called it a difficult decision given Myers' value as an opener, multi-inning reliever, and high-leverage option. Myers had struggled recently, allowing runs in five of his last seven appearances, pushing his ERA to 4.05. Mendoza indicated the move is temporary and Myers is expected back with the big-league club shortly.

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Murakami hits IL with right hamstring strain

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InjuryNYMMay 30, 11:36 AM EDT

Murakami hits IL with right hamstring strain

The Mets slugger is sidelined after suffering a right hamstring strain, prompting a roster move to fill his spot.

Munetaka Murakami has been placed on the injured list due to a right hamstring strain. The move is official per the MLB.com report, indicating this is not a day-to-day situation. His absence will impact the Mets lineup until he is cleared to return. A MiLB slugger named Gonzalez has been called up to fill the roster vacancy.

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Mets Shake Up Rotation: Peterson to Bullpen, Manaea Steps In

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LineupNYMMay 30, 10:00 AM EDT

Mets Shake Up Rotation: Peterson to Bullpen, Manaea Steps In

New York officially reshuffles its starting rotation, with Peterson moving to relief and Manaea assuming a starter or bulk-innings role.

The Mets have made a confirmed change to their pitching rotation. David Peterson is moving to the bullpen, while Sean Manaea will take his place as a starter or bulk-innings arm. GM David Stearns acknowledged the team has underperformed so far this season. The move signals a deliberate strategic adjustment to the pitching staff structure.

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RosterNYMMay 30, 12:05 AM EDT

Minter Back and Effective for Mets After IL Return

The left-handed reliever has returned from more than a year away and is already making an impact in New York's bullpen.

A.J. Minter returned from the injured list and made his second appearance of the season for the Mets on Friday. He entered in the fifth inning with two outs and the tying run on base, striking out two batters. Across two appearances this season, Minter has recorded four strikeouts. Manager Carlos Mendoza highlighted Minter's value as a left-handed matchup option in the middle innings.

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NewsNYMMay 29, 11:55 PM EDT

Melendez breaks slump with walk-off HR vs Marlins

Mets outfielder MJ Melendez snapped a deep cold stretch with a decisive 10th-inning blast, giving New York a 9-7 win over Miami.

Melendez entered Friday's game against the Marlins mired in a significant slump, with just one hit in his last 18 at-bats and a .111 average in May. He delivered a two-run walk-off home run in the 10th inning to lift the Mets to a 9-7 victory. Manager Carlos Mendoza praised Melendez's continued work ethic through the difficult stretch. The performance may signal a turning point for the struggling outfielder.

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RosterNYMMay 29, 10:23 PM EDT

Peterson Demoted to Bullpen as Manaea Enters Mets Rotation

New York reshuffles its starting five, with Peterson heading to relief and Manaea slotting in as a starter or bulk-innings arm.

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed David Peterson is moving to the bullpen for the second time this season. Sean Manaea will take Peterson's rotation spot, though the team hasn't decided if he'll be a traditional starter or pitch bulk innings behind an opener. Peterson carries a 5.52 ERA over 53.1 innings this year, hurt largely by a .376 BABIP. His return to the rotation earlier this season was prompted by injuries to Kodai Senga and Clay Holmes.

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RosterNYMMay 29, 11:50 PM EDT

Mets optioning Tobias Myers to clear bullpen roster spot

New York moves Myers out after heavy bullpen usage Friday night; a replacement pitcher has not yet been named.

The Mets will option RHP Tobias Myers prior to Saturday's game against the Marlins, per The Athletic's Will Sammon. The move comes after New York used seven pitchers in a 9-7 extra-inning win Friday. Myers has struggled recently, allowing five runs over his last five appearances covering 5.2 innings. The identity of his replacement on the roster has not been announced.

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NewsNYMMay 29, 10:22 PM EDT

Melendez Walk-Off HR Lifts Mets Past Marlins in 10th

New York improves to a league-leading 11-0 in extra innings this season after MJ Melendez's pinch-hit heroics sealed a 9-7 victory.

The Mets defeated the Marlins 9-7 in 10 innings on Friday night. MJ Melendez entered as a pinch-hitter in the seventh inning and delivered a walk-off two-run home run in the bottom of the 10th, finishing with three RBI. Austin Warren stranded the ghost runner in the top of the 10th to preserve the win opportunity. New York has now won a league-leading 11 extra-inning games this season.

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LineupNYMMay 29, 7:06 PM EDT

Mets Post Full Lineup vs. Marlins With Peralta on the Mound

New York sends Freddy Peralta to start against Miami on 5/29/26, with a lineup that includes Bo Bichette, Juan Soto, and Mark Vientos.

The Mets have released their official lineup for the May 29, 2026 game against the Marlins at 7:10 PM ET. Freddy Peralta starts on the mound as a right-hander. The batting order places Carson Benge in RF, Bo Bichette at SS, and Juan Soto in LF. Mark Vientos slots in at first base with Brett Baty at third.

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NewsNYMMay 29, 6:35 PM EDT

Stearns Admits Mets Have Dug Themselves a Hole at Season's One-Third Mark

New York's team president addressed the media before a home series vs. Miami, conceding the club is well below expectations but not out of contention.

Through 56 games, the Mets are 10 games under .500, 14.5 games back in the NL East, and 7.5 games out of the final Wild Card spot. Team president David Stearns met with reporters before a Friday home series against the Marlins — the same team that swept New York last week. Stearns acknowledged the team has underperformed relative to preseason expectations and said significant improvement is required to reach their goals. He stopped short of calling the situation unrecoverable.

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NewsNYMMay 29, 6:35 PM EDT

Stearns Admits Mets Have Dug Themselves a Hole at Season's One-Third Mark

New York's team president addressed the media to diagnose a disappointing start, with the Mets 10 games below .500 and fading in both division and Wild Card races.

After 56 games, the Mets stand 10 games under .500, 14.5 games back in the NL East and 7.5 games out of the final Wild Card spot. Team president David Stearns met with reporters to assess the situation before a home series against Miami. Stearns acknowledged the team has underperformed expectations and described the standings deficit as a real but surmountable hole. He indicated significant improvement is required for the Mets to achieve their season goals.

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Clay Holmes Out Indefinitely With Fractured Fibula

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InjuryNYMMay 29, 3:00 PM EDT

Clay Holmes Out Indefinitely With Fractured Fibula

The Mets starter will miss significant time after fracturing his fibula, though the team confirmed he can avoid surgery.

Clay Holmes suffered a fractured fibula and is expected to miss an extended stretch of the 2026 season. The Mets confirmed he does not require surgery, offering some relief. His absence leaves a significant hole in a New York rotation that has already been thinned by other injuries and underperformance.

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InjuryNYMMay 29, 10:34 AM EDT

Senga's Command Issues Cloud Return Timeline in Second Rehab Outing

The Mets starter is working back from injury but showed control problems in his latest Triple-A rehab appearance, raising questions about his readiness.

Kodai Senga made his second rehab start of 2026 at the Triple-A level as he works back from an injury. The outing was marked by command struggles, suggesting he has not yet rounded into form. The Mets will likely need to evaluate his progress before setting a target return date. His continued presence on a rehab assignment confirms he remains unavailable for the major-league roster.

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InjuryNYMMay 29, 7:30 AM EDT

Senga Rehab Start: 3.2 IP, 3 Runs Allowed for Triple-A Syracuse

Mets ace Kodai Senga continued his injury rehab assignment at Triple-A, posting a mixed outing as he works toward a return to the majors.

Kodai Senga made a rehab start for the Triple-A Syracuse Mets on 5/29, throwing 3.2 innings and surrendering 3 runs on 4 hits with 2 walks and 5 strikeouts. The outing was described as so-so, suggesting he is not yet fully stretched out or sharp. Syracuse's bullpen covered the remaining 5.1 innings after Senga's exit. His return timeline to the Mets' major league rotation remains unclear based on this performance.

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InjuryNYMMay 28, 10:52 PM EDT

Soto Briefly Sidelined by Fever, Now Back and Raking

The Mets outfielder sat out two games mid-surge due to illness but has since returned with no apparent lingering effects.

Juan Soto missed Sunday's game against the Marlins and Monday's game against the Reds due to a fever. Despite the absence, he returned and continued his power surge, hitting six home runs in his last seven games. Manager Carlos Mendoza described Soto as 'locked in.' The illness appears resolved with no ongoing concern.

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RosterNYMMay 28, 8:52 PM EDT

Senga Begins Rehab Assignment at Triple-A Syracuse

The Mets starter took the mound for the first time in a rehab capacity, showing strikeout stuff but struggling with command over 3.2 innings.

Kodai Senga started for Triple-A Syracuse on Thursday in his first rehab outing, facing the Rochester Red Wings. He struck out the first three batters he faced but lost command later, finishing with 80 pitches across 3.2 innings. He allowed three runs (two earned) on four hits and two walks while recording five strikeouts. The start signals Senga is progressing toward a potential return to the Mets rotation.

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InjuryNYMMay 28, 8:40 PM EDT

Clay Holmes Avoids Surgery on Fractured Fibula, Targeting Early August Return

The Mets' top starter dodges the worst-case outcome but faces a lengthy IL stint, with an early August return currently the best-case estimate.

Mets starter Clay Holmes fractured his fibula on May 15 after being struck by a 111.1 mph line drive during a game against the Yankees. Beat reporter Jon Heyman confirmed Holmes will not require surgery, though the full recovery plan is still being determined. The earliest projected return is early August, meaning Holmes could miss roughly two to three months. Before the injury, Holmes had been the Mets' best pitcher, posting a 2.39 ERA and 1.10 WHIP across nine starts.

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InjuryNYMMay 28, 7:38 PM EDT

Polanco Eyes MLB Return in Days After Double-A Rehab Stint

The Mets DH/1B is recovering from Achilles bursitis and a wrist issue, and says he's feeling much better with a return imminent.

Jorge Polanco is currently on a rehab assignment with Double-A Binghamton as he recovers from Achilles bursitis and a wrist issue. He sat out Thursday's game but said he plans to play Friday. Polanco estimated he needs only two or three more rehab games before he is ready to rejoin the Mets. He noted there is no rush and that his priority is being fully healthy before returning.

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