Author: Nathan Cooper

Morning Briefing: Soto Says He’ll ‘Definitely’ Return This Year

Good morning, Mets fans! On Monday, Juan Soto spoke to the media about his latest calf injury, discussing whether or not he would return this season. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com shared a quote by Soto saying “Definitely, 100%” in response to a question regarding a potential 2026 return. Soto has been the Mets’ best player by a wide margin this season, with Monday night’s...

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Morning Briefing: Beltrán Spoke With Mets About Manager Position

Good morning, Mets fans! On Monday, Carlos Beltrán shared in an interview that he had conversations with the Mets about becoming manager after the departure of Carlos Mendoza. However, Beltrán said “I just didn’t feel it was the right thing for me to do.” This comes after heavy speculation about Beltrán potentially becoming the next manager of the Mets, after he was hired in...

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Morning Briefing: Jordan Walker Plays Spoiler in Home Run Derby

Good morning, Mets fans! Jordan Walker of the Cardinals played a villain role in Monday night’s Home Run Derby, securing an electrifying final-round win. In the first round, the 24-year-old belted 13 home runs, tying Willson Contreras for the most in the round. However, he would get second place from the distance tiebreaker. Walker made quick work of the Ray’s Junior Caminero in the...

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Mets Minors Recap: Semien and Robert Jr. Tally Four Hits

Sunday was the final game for the top four Mets minor league affiliates, and winning was the topic of the day. Although Triple-A Syracuse’s game was canceled due to the field in Norfolk being deemed unplayable, Binghamton, Brooklyn, and St. Lucie all picked up wins, all carrying positive momentum into the All-Star break. Marcus Semien began a rehab assignment in Double-A, belting a home...

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Morning Briefing: Mets Show Signs of Life in Comeback

Good morning, Mets fans! On Monday night, the Mets had a comeback, the likes of which have been few and far between in 2026. Down a run with two outs in the ninth inning, Juan Soto came to the plate with a chance to make his mark on the game. On a 3-1 fastball, Soto turned on the ball directly down the right field line, staying fair for a three-run home run. The mammoth blast traveled 430 ft at...

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