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Jon Heyman NY Post Sports+: Jose Iglesias pining for ‘OMG’ Mets reunion even if feeling hasn’t been mutual: ‘It hurts’. "Mets higher-ups are very complimentary of Iglesias’ contribution to their stunning run to October. But Mets honcho David Stearns said upon arriving in camp that they also see a value in the roster flexibility afforded by prospects and late-signee Nick Madrigal, who has a split contract. Left unsaid is how the Steve Cohen 110 percent tax might be affecting how they view things." (subscription required)
Mike Lupica NY Daily News: Combine Juan Soto with Francisco Lindor and Mets are the best act in town. "...for those of us in New York who had the privilege of watching Lindor be the kind of baller he was on a daily basis — that Lindor was every bit as valuable to the Mets as Ohtani was to the Dodgers. Now he will have Soto hitting behind him in Carlos Mendoza’s batting order the way Aaron Judge had Soto hitting ahead of him in what became another season for the ages from Judge. And this has a chance to be as dazzling a 1-2 punch for the Mets as Soto-Judge was for the Yankees, and that means before we’re even talking about Mark Vientos and Pete Alonso and Brandon Nimmo and everybody else making Mendoza’s offense look as loaded and balanced as it does."
Steve Serby Q&A NY Post: Carlos Mendoza opens up about Mets’ World Series tunnel vision, eagerness to build Juan Soto bond. Here's a small sample - Q: What makes Soto so special? A: Great human being … humble … he’s fearless. Q: Could you elaborate on fearless? A: You could see how every at-bat, every pitch, the way he stares down those pitchers in a good way, because when he strikes out, he just puts his head down so it’s not in a disrespectful manner. I see a guy that he seems like the moment is never too big for him.
Abbey Mastracco NY Daily News: Catcher Francisco Alvarez working on mental side of game. "Those drastic ups and downs challenged Alvarez mentally in a way he didn’t expect. Alvarez wants to be able to better weather them, so a few months ago, his older brother connected him with a mental skills coach in his native Venezuela. He plans to continue working with him throughout the season."
David Lennon Newsday: Francisco Lindor is the Mets' clear leader; now it's time for him to become captain. "It took nine seasons for David Wright to go from promising 21-year-old rookie, the budding homegrown face of the franchise, to being named the fourth captain in Mets history...Let’s just say Lindor has the Wright Stuff, and he’s only getting better at every facet of the game, whether it’s at shortstop or his corner locker (the one previously owned by No. 5)."
Mike Puma NY Post: Mets’ Francisco Lindor ready to put last season’s back issues behind him. "A full offseason of resting his lower back has left Francisco Lindor feeling “fantastic,” so don’t count on the Mets shortstop taking games off this season, if he can help it."
Tim Healey Newsday: Mets' Jeff McNeil is confident he can return to best form this season. “I’ve had some down years before and came back and showed who I am,” McNeil said. “I’m a good ballplayer. I know that. I just need to come ready, play hard and hopefully the results are there.”
Will Sammon and Tim Britton The AThletic: Mets spring training notes: Edwin Díaz on opt-out, New York’s pitching plans and more. "New York Mets closer Edwin Díaz told some club officials this is the best he’s ever felt...But even another highly successful season would prompt intrigue — he can opt out after the 2025 season...After 2025, Díaz is guaranteed two years and $38 million. This will be his age-31 season. Next offseason’s free-agent class already features two prominent closers entering their age-30 seasons: Devin Williams and Ryan Helsley." (subscription required)
Francisco Lindor was asked if he feels the physical toll of the baseball season more now than he did when he was younger:
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
"If you think I'm old, I still got seven more seasons" 😂 pic.twitter.com/L7Q0toHHWd
"I'm just happy he's with us and I'm happy that he got good money."
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Francisco Lindor talks about Pete Alonso returning to the Mets: pic.twitter.com/BGbqAnA5B0
"If there's one thing I could tell them to do, it's work. Put your head down and work."
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Francisco Lindor talks about his advice for the Mets' young infielders at spring training: pic.twitter.com/5xPSQONFj2
Francisco Lindor says he's "excited" to play with Juan Soto:
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
"I feel like I have a lot of things to learn from him and so does he. He has a lot of things to learn, not just from me but from a lot of the guys here." pic.twitter.com/xq9tsqCwfd
Francisco Lindor was asked about the idea of Carlos Mendoza giving him days off this season:
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
"MLB does a fantastic job of putting days off in the calendar, so we'll see" 😂 pic.twitter.com/0kdhFWKw1g
Francisco Lindor was asked how the Mets can kickstart good vibes this season:
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
"Winning, not going 0-5" 😂 pic.twitter.com/cJWur4vQUT
"If it does, it would be fantastic. It would be an honor. It would be a privilege."
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Francisco Lindor was asked if he sees himself as a captain-like figure on the Mets: pic.twitter.com/9p04bEfSDt
John Franco has endorsed Francisco Lindor to be the Mets' next captain ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/5s2Gc9XTsk
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) February 15, 2025
"I've also understood that my job is really important. Playing shortstop for the New York Mets is really important. If I do that, a lot of other things are going to take care of itself."
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Francisco Lindor talks about his evolution as a leader in his time with the Mets: pic.twitter.com/1uqSsUtSsG
"If I feel good, I'm going to play. I take a lot of pride in posting up and just being available for the team, for the guys."
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Francisco Lindor was asked about wanting to play 162 games: pic.twitter.com/GF4JBHyGHh
"I do think we have a really, really good lineup. It would be silly for people to think that he's not going to go out and say that."
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Francisco Lindor was asked if he agrees with Francisco Alvarez's comments about the Mets having the best lineup in baseball: pic.twitter.com/mnKjToI32m
"I think we have a really good team. I think Stearns, Steve, the rest of the front office and Mendy did a fantastic job this offseason of bringing the right group of guys."
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
- Francisco Lindor pic.twitter.com/k68M1oJlcm
Carlos Mendoza says that Brett Baty will play third base and second base in spring training games: pic.twitter.com/PRoMlu81nO
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) February 15, 2025
"He's at the point in his career that he wants to win and he's willing to do whatever it takes to help win baseball games"
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Carlos Mendoza talks about Starling Marte's role on this year's Mets team: pic.twitter.com/MK6KFXTzLa
"He looked good."
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Carlos Mendoza talks about Kodai Senga's live BP: pic.twitter.com/5Zb4lWWWr6
Jeff McNeil says that Kodai Senga "looked good" in his live BP today:
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
"Hopefully, he can be healthy all year for us." pic.twitter.com/oF5PlKwUqG
"You always come into spring training wanting to win a World Series. If you don't come to spring training wanting to win a World Series, you shouldn't be here."
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
- Jeff McNeil pic.twitter.com/PKmPyCM1wZ
Jeff McNeil says he's "super-happy" to have Pete Alonso back:
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
"He's one of my best friends. Played with him since 2016, I think it was. Happy he's here and I'm looking forward to him showing up at his locker right here." pic.twitter.com/wjxJzkDoKZ
"I'm glad he's on our team now and makes this lineup pretty good."
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Jeff McNeil talks about the Mets' addition of Juan Soto: pic.twitter.com/jWldegou8C
Kodai Senga chats with Jeremy Hefner and gets a fist bump from Carlos Mendoza at the end of his live BP 👊 pic.twitter.com/q1kIXj4KKL
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Brett Baty drills a line drive against Kodai Senga in live BP 💪 pic.twitter.com/UsTHgUm2D3
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
At work with @Lindor12BC 📝 pic.twitter.com/qoyGwW9c67
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) February 15, 2025
BP with Francisco Alvarez 🔥 pic.twitter.com/1SvtpyCz5Z
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Both sides now.
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
A look at BP from each side of the plate for Francisco Lindor 🔄 pic.twitter.com/2kPjBS2wc6
Bullpen work for Dedniel Núñez and Sean Reid-Foley this morning 💪 pic.twitter.com/f9YNC8IJ3l
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) February 15, 2025
Tyrone Taylor takes some batting practice pic.twitter.com/nGysctvjbA
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 15, 2025
Alvy…is…speed pic.twitter.com/pqLe8un41k
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) February 15, 2025
Jordan Geber @Mets prospect hits a lifetime PR of 98.1 mph in his first live appearance SITTING 97 before heading into spring training 🔥
— Justin Mentzell (@MentzellJustin) January 31, 2025
This past season in Binghamton and Syracuse, Jordan was sitting 92-94 topping 95. pic.twitter.com/CbUZIfk43e
"He is still hoping for a call from the Mets. He does have major league offers and he might have to sign elsewhere."@JonHeyman on his exclusive interview with Jose Iglesias and whether or not he will be back with the Mets.
— New York Post Sports (@nypostsports) February 16, 2025
Read more: https://t.co/oUITTtgDnv pic.twitter.com/w4oHnjLXyX
Well, position players are reporting and my position is @Mets radio broadcaster so it’s back to Clover Park in Port St. Lucie for my 32nd year on Mets play by play between TV and radio. It still feels like a dream come true but if it’s not, please don’t wake me up. pic.twitter.com/VRm0TKiWpX
— Howie Rose (@HowieRose) February 15, 2025
Mets Daily Clips:
Spring Training VNR Mark Vientos: https://app.criticalmention.com/app/#/report/7825db10-0f9c-47df-aaa9-b4efc4c13f98
Francisco Lindor News:
- Mets' Francisco Lindor, Carlos Mendoza have different ideas on workload management (Newsday)
- Francisco Lindor is the Mets' clear leader; now it's time for him to become captain (Newsday)
- Mets’ Francisco Lindor ready to put last season’s back issues behind him (New York Post)
- Francisco Lindor on possibility of being first Mets captain since David Wright: ‘It’d be fantastic’ (NYDN)
- Mike Lupica: Combine Juan Soto with Francisco Lindor and Mets are the best act in town (NYDN)
- A potent lineup, workload and captaincy?: Francisco Lindor is ready for spring training (The Record)
- Francisco Lindor, the next Mets captain? Here’s what he has to say about that (NJ.com)
- More comfortable than ever, Francisco Lindor embraces role as Mets’ leader (The Athletic)
Other Mets News:
- Núñez will be a 'huge boost' for Mets' bullpen ... when he's ready (MLB.com)
- Mets' Jeff McNeil is confident he can return to best form this season (Newsday)
- Mets’ Kodai Senga all smiles after passing first spring training hurdle (New York Post)
- Jose Iglesias pining for ‘OMG’ Mets reunion even if feeling hasn’t been mutual: ‘It hurts’ (New York Post)
- Carlos Mendoza opens up about Mets’ World Series tunnel vision, eagerness to build Juan Soto bond (New York Post)
- Mets Notebook: Catcher Francisco Alvarez working on mental side of game (NYDN)
- Mets' Carlos Mendoza can’t hide excitement after pitcher’s ‘effortless’ live BP (NJ.com)
- Inside the conversation Mets had with Starling Marte about role this season (NJ.com)
- Jose Iglesias makes feelings about desired Mets return clear (SI.com)
- Why Mets' David Stearns thinks Clay Holmes can excel as a starter (SI.com)
- Mets say Kodai Senga looked good in live BP coming off an injury-shortened season (AP)
Today's Back Pages:
Mets.com:
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Dangled in deals, Marte ready to contribute in any way possible
Mets prospect Parada's MO: Replace sweet tooth with sweet swing
Yahoo Sports/Mets:
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Red Sox Trade Idea Swaps Masataka Yoshida For $21 Million Aging Mets All-Star
'It's Juan Soto, just with a different uniform': Soto’s first day as a New York Met offers a reminder of his immense confidence
Jose Iglesias Pulling For Mets Reunion Amid Growing MLB Interest
Ex-Mets $26 Million Standout Veteran Named As Possible Last-Minute Royals Target
Starling Marte: Mets have been 'very honest' and 'transparent' about attempting to trade him this offseason
Up-and-coming Mets star enters second spring with a lot more 'confidence'
Mets star shortstop excited at idea of being named team captain
Phillies superstar adamant on preferred batting order slot
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NL East Farm System Analysis: Washington Nationals
Juan Soto Reports To Camp; Speaks With Media
Mets 2025 Prospects: No. 23 Daiverson Gutierrez
2025 NL East Positional Rankings: Center Field
Amazing Avenue:
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Mets Morning News for February 16, 2025
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Brett Baty will try to find major league playing time in 2025
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Faith and Fear in Flushing:
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The September of My Youth
Mets360:
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Juan Soto’s New York State of Mind: “Winning Games. That’s All"
Mets Sunday School: Forgotten Faces of Flushing #7: Hair, Hustle, and Heart: José Cardenal’s Brief Mets Stay
Francisco Lindor’s Message: Accountability, Leadership, and Winning
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Mack's Mets:
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2025 Draft Prospect - #85 - OF - Alec Blair - De La Salle (CA)
2025 Draft Prospect - #86 - SS -JoJo Parker - Purvis (MS)
MLB.com:
MLB News
Soto turns heads as he arrives at Mets camp: 'You could just feel it'
11 rookies projected to make an impact in 2025
Stanton's sore elbows put Opening Day status in question
'I'm in the right place': Arenado arrives at Cards camp
Bregman welcomes 'good pressure' of baseball in Boston
Snell already making an impact on Dodgers' staff
Watch Nebraska vs. SDSU in MLB's Desert Invitational finale LIVE
DeJong (24 HR in 2024) to Nats on 1-year deal
Schwarber on possible extension: 'Best way to get paid is to win'
MLB Trade Rumors:
MLB Trade Rumors
MLBTR Live Chat
Starling Marte Discusses Trade Talks, Bench Role
Pirates To Sign Tommy Pham
Braves Sign Buck Farmer To Minor League Contract
Royals Sign Luke Maile To Minor League Deal
Red Sox Continue To Have “Due Diligence” Interest In Dylan Cease
Diamondbacks Sign Shelby Miller To Minors Deal
Guardians, John Means “In Advanced Talks” About Contract
Blue Jays Sign Amir Garrett To Minors Contract
Giancarlo Stanton Behind In Camp Due To Elbow Soreness
Kyle Schwarber Interested In Extension With Phillies
Tom Murphy To Undergo MRI Due To Back Spasms
Guardians Sign Jakob Junis
Rangers Sign Joe Barlow To Minor League Deal
Nationals Sign Paul DeJong
Yahoo Sports:
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Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton may not be ready for Opening Day due to elbow issues
How can the Dodgers avoid another pitching injury crisis? Their lavish depth is a start
Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton is uncertain for opening day because of tendinitis in both elbows
'It's Juan Soto, just with a different uniform': Soto’s first day as a New York Met offers a reminder of his immense confidence
Bregman aiming to get Red Sox back to playoffs, sees ‘something special'
Starling Marte: Mets have been 'very honest' and 'transparent' about attempting to trade him this offseason
Yankees Injury Tracker: Giancarlo Stanton dealing with elbow issues, Opening Day status unclear
Paul DeJong agrees to a $1 million, 1-year contract with the Nationals
Juan Soto: 'We have to show the world' Mets' lineup deserves league acclaim
Right-hander Jakob Junis and Guardians finalize $4.5 million, 1-year contract
ESPN:
www.espn.com - MLB
What we can't wait to see in spring training
Mets' Soto arrives, happy long-term future secure
Bregman: 'Something special here' with Red Sox
CBS Sports:
CBSSports.com Headlines
MLB rumors: Red Sox check in on Dylan Cease, Nolan Arenado talks trade options, Nationals add infield help
Where does Alex Bregman fit into Red Sox infield? Conversations are 'ongoing' but there's an easy answer
Former White Sox closer Bobby Jenks, 2005 World Series champion, reveals Stage 4 stomach cancer diagnosis
FanGraphs:
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Sunday Notes: A Yooper, Derrick Edington Was Tutored By an Erstwhile Closer
Effectively Wild Episode 2284: Season Preview Series: Astros and Cardinals
Matrix Reloaded: February 14, 2025
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We Tried Tracker: Alex Bregman Edition
Updating the 2025 Draft Rankings
Padres Bolster Rotation by Signing Pivetta and Hart, but Rumors Won’t Cease
The Seven College Baseball Teams You Need to Watch in 2025
Effectively Wild Episode 2283: Season Preview Series: Cubs and Giants
Braves.com:
Braves News
Healthy Harris could be primed for 30-30 season in '25
Strider shifts focus from rehab to 'competitive state'
Anthopoulos gives update on Acuña's timeline to return to the lineup
Marlins.com:
Marlins News
Marlins' arms take unconventional route this spring
Meyer ready to throw 'nastiest stuff possible' in 2025 return
Rule 5 pick Hicks off on the right foot in Marlins' camp
Phillies.com:
Phillies News
Schwarber on possible extension: 'Best way to get paid is to win'
Phils could move Harper, Schwarber in lineup to spark offense
Aoyagi hopes to become trailblazer for Phillies
Nationals.com:
Nationals News
DeJong (24 HR in 2024) to Nats on 1-year deal
For new Nats hurler Ogasawara, Dice-K like 'his dad'
Gray throwing at 60 feet in TJ surgery rehab
Today
in Mets History Per
Ultimatemets.com:
Born on this date:
- Barry Foote (1952)
- Bill Pecota (1960)
- Tommy Milone (1987)
- Jeff Brigham (1992)
- Blake Tiberi (1995)
- Julio Zayas (2006)
Died on this date:
- Gary Carter (2012)
- Tony Fernandez (2020)
- Tim McCarver (2023)
Transactions:
New York Mets signed free agent Clem Labine on February 16, 1962.
New York Mets released Brad Brach on February 16, 2021.
2012 - Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter dies of brain cancer in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. After becoming a perennial All-Star with the Montreal Expos, Carter led the New York Mets to a World Series title in 1986.
2018: The Mets agree to a deal with free agent SP Jason Vargas, who is coming off the best season of his career at 35. Vargas will be paid $16 million over two seasons, as long as he passes a physical exam.
Centerfield Maz:
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