Author: Kai Chang

Morning Briefing: Duquette Reports Mets Among Most Aggressive Tucker Suitors

Good morning, Mets fans! Former Mets general manager Jim Duquette reports that the Mets, Dodgers and Blue Jays are among the most aggressive suitors for free agent outfielder Kyle Tucker. He referred to those as the “main three teams.” Previous reporting had indicated the Blue Jays were the leaders of the pack, but that the Mets were still in the mix. Latest Mets News Nolan McLean...

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Free Agent Profile: Austin Hays, LF

Austin Hays, LF Position: LF B/T: R/R Player Data: Age: 30 (07/05/1994) 2025 Traditional Stats: 103 G, 416 PA, .266/.315/.453/.768, 101 H, 16 2B, 15 HR, 64 RBI, 29 BB, 107 SO 2025 Advanced Stats: 105 WRC+, 25.7% K%, 7.0% BB%, .326 BABIP, .300 xwOBA, 1.2 fWAR, 0.8 WAR, 1 OAA, -2 DRS, 0 FRV Rundown Austin Hays entered the open market following a 2025 season that served as a partial rebound. After...

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Morning Briefing: Jeff McNeil ‘Really Excited’ to Join A’s

Good morning, Mets fans! Jeff McNeil spoke a bit on his excitement to join a rapidly improving Athletics team. “They have a great young core, and I just want to do my part to help them. I’m really excited to be a part of it,” McNeil said, reflecting on his whirlwind day and his expectations joining the young A’s squad. Read more from Martín Gallegos of MLB.com. Latest Mets News The New York...

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Morning Briefing: Mets Bring Back Kevin Herget

Good morning, Mets fans! The Mets signed Kevin Herget to a minor league deal, Will Sammon of The Athletic reported. The right-hander had a 3.00 ERA in 12 major league innings for the Mets in 2025. Latest Mets News Sixteen-year-old Dominican prospect Wandy Asigen has signed with the Mets after backing out of a previous agreement with the Yankees. A left-handed hitting shortstop, Asigen is known...

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Morning Briefing: Mets Open to Moving Young Infielders

Good morning, Mets fans! It was reported Monday by The Athletic’s Will Sammon that the Mets are open to moving infielders Ronny Mauricio, Luisangel Acuña, and Mark Vientos. Jorge Castillo of ESPN then confirmed the report on Tuesday, stating that “the Mets … have informed teams that both players [Jeff McNeil and Vientos] are available in trades.” Earlier this offseason, Carlos Mendoza all but...

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