Good morning, Mets fans!
Game 1 of the 2026 World Series is tonight at 8 p.m. on FOX. Milwaukee is making its first appearance in the Fall Classic since 1982 after notching a franchise-record 103 wins during the regular season and sweeping the Dodgers in the National League Championship Series. Meanwhile, Tampa Bay secured 98 wins, swept the Yankees in the American League Division Series, then defeated the Guardians in six games to reach its third World Series, and its first since 2020.
Both teams are aiming for their first championship, ensuring that one franchise will finally break its title drought.
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Latest Mets News
Former Mets international scouting director Steve Barningham is joining the Colorado Rockies’ scouting department, according to Francys Romero. Barningham most recently worked for the Atlanta Braves as an international and professional scout after serving as the Mets’ international scouting director from 2021 to 2024, when he played a role in several international signings.
Latest MLB News
With another labor dispute looming, MLB insiders expect a busy free-agent market before a potential lockout. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic shared a report from colleague Andy McCullough examining the expected free-agent frenzy before the sport’s next labor stoppage.
The Miami Marlins have hired Braden Halladay, the son of Hall of Fame pitcher Roy Halladay, as a minor league pitching coach. Fish On First Prospects reported the hire, which Halladay announced through his Instagram account.
Teams asked about Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez and second baseman Xavier Edwards before the Aug. 3 trade deadline, but neither was traded. The Marlins are open to offers for both players, especially if teams present strong proposals, according to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald.
The Cincinnati Reds announced the passing of former first baseman Todd Benzinger, a member of their 1990 World Series championship team. In a statement shared by the Reds, the organization remembered Benzinger with gratitude for his role in one of the most memorable chapters in franchise history and extended condolences to his family and friends.
Rays manager Kevin Cash has named Nick Martinez the starter for Game 1 of the World Series, according to Evan Closky of WTSP.
Latest on MMO
Robert Colonna writes about which Mets players are primed for a comeback next season. He also highlights a list of buy-low candidates the Mets can aim for this offseason.
Cole Mathis and Bruin Agbayani impress in the Arizona Fall League.
John Stocum gives his 2026 report card on Mets closer Devin Williams.
On This Date in Mets History
1984: The Mets hire 41-year-old Davey Johnson to manage the team. Johnson’s 595 wins are the most in franchise history. He would lead the Mets to a World Series championship in 1986 and was inducted into the Mets Hall of Fame in 2010.
1986: The Mets dropped Game 5 of the 1986 World Series to the Boston Red Sox 4-2 at Fenway Park, taking a 3-2 series lead back to Shea Stadium. Bruce Hurst pitched a complete game for Boston, only giving up two runs. Dwight Gooden was not sharp, only pitching four innings and giving up four runs (three earned runs) on nine hits. Sid Fernandez came in to relieve Gooden and kept the Red Sox off the board the rest of the way.
Born on This Date: Kazuo Matsui (1975), Al Leiter (1965), Randy Tate (1952).
