The Mets agreed to a one-year, $3.8 million contract with Tyrone Taylor to avoid arbitration. Taylor’s 2025 season was a disappointment as he owned just a .598 OPS, though he continued to bring stellar defense. Taylor is likely to begin 2026 as the Mets’ fourth outfielder, with the Mets actively seeking an upgrade over him in center field.

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The Mets made several roster moves Friday, including non-tendering Danny Young, Max Kranick and José Castillo.

Adam Ottavino criticized Carlos Mendoza on his podcast, saying he “has no idea what he’s doing when it comes to bullpen guys.”

Speaking on Pete Alonso‘s impending free agency, Mets pitcher Sean Manaea said: “I love Pete to death. He’s the man. Ultimately, I just want whatever’s going to be best for him and his family.”

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Several notable players around the league were non-tendered Friday, including Adolis García and Jonah Heim.

Miami’s home stadium loanDepot Park is set to be home for La Gente Del Barrio Home Run Derby on Dec. 6. Players such as Juan Soto, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Fernando Tatis Jr. will be participating.

Former MLB All-Star Brady Anderson has been named as the Angels’ new hitting coach under new manager Kurt Suzuki.

The Cubs signed reliver and former Met Phil Maton to a two-year contract with a club option for a third year. Maton had a solid 2.79 ERA between the Rangers and Cardinals in 2025.

Jonathan India re-signed with the Royals on a one-year, $8 million contract. India had a .669 OPS in his first year in Kansas City.

Former Met James McCann signed a one-year contract with the Arizona Diamodnbacks. McCann spent 2025 in Arizona and had a .754 OPS in 42 games.

The Giants traded for outfielder Joey Wiemer, acquiring him from the Marlins for cash. Weimer had a .715 OPS in 61 plate appearances with the Marlins in 2025.

A 12,000 square-foot experience center showcasing the A’s upcoming ballpark in Las Vegas will open on December 2. The center will feature a ballpark model, seating concepts, and design showcases.

Johnny Flores Jr. of The Athletic wrote about Joey Gallo‘s career switch, attempting to go from hitter to pitcher.

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Robert Colonna profiles reliever Luke Weaver as a potential free agent target for the Mets.

David Melendi breaks down what Justin Willard will bring to the Mets as pitching coach.

On This Date in Mets History

Born on This Date: Adam Ottavino (1985), Ricky Ledée (1973), Jay Payton (1972), Gene Walter (1960), Lee Guetterman (1958), Rich Chiles (1949).

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India slashed .248/.357/.392 with 15 home runs, 58 RBIs and 13 stolen bases this past season as Cincinnati’s primary second baseman. Wiemer split his season between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Reds organizations, but only logged 28 plate appearances in the majors

Singer had a strong campaign for the Royals, pitching to a 3.71 ERA with 170 strikeouts over 179 2/3 innings, which was a career high.

The Reds made this trade to alleviate the logjam of infielders they have while adding some stability to their young rotation. The Royals boosted their infield and lineup as a whole with the move, giving Bobby Witt Jr. a reliable double-play partner in India who gets on base at a high percentage. Wiemer will likely serve as organizational depth.

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Good morning, Mets fans!

Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena and Reds second baseman Jonathan India won the Rookie of the Year award in their respective leagues on Monday.

Arozarena posted a .274 batting average in 2021 along with 20 home runs. The 26-year-old was also named ALCS MVP in 2020. India racked up a .269 average at the plate and hit 20 homers in his first season in the majors.

Let’s get into this morning’s briefing.

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Billy Eppler is expected to become the Mets’ new GM. Patrick Glynn has more on the latest reports.

Former Mets first baseman Carlos Delgado is raising awareness of the importance of the Covid-19 vaccine in Puerto Rico, according to Rich Tenorio of Palabra.

“They were looking for people to continue to get the message across to the population. I was happy to help,” Delgado said.

Dominic Smith‘s BaseballGenerations foundation put on an event giving out some of Marcus Stroman‘s HDMH apparel.

Shout to my brother @TheRealSmith2_ for putting on an unbelievable event for his foundation. Beyond happy to be involved. Hope y’all loved the @HDMHApparel uniforms! @BBGenerations_ pic.twitter.com/l7BRemgWeu

— Marcus Stroman (@STR0) November 15, 2021

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Chris Taylor will decline the Dodgers’ $18.4 million qualifying offer and will test the open market, per Jon Heyman of MLB Network. Taylor was named as a first-time all-star in 2021 with .254 batting average and 20 home runs.

Former MLB player Julio Lugo died of a heart attack at the age of 45 on Monday. He would’ve been 46 today. Lugo played for seven major league teams over 11 years, and won a World Series with the 2007 Red Sox.

At general manager meetings, White Sox GM Ken Williams expressed his frustration and disappointment with MLB’s insufficient progress in front office diversity. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic has more on that in his article.

The Phillies can once again use their original Phillie Phanatic after finalizing the lawsuit settlement on Monday, according to Matt Breen of the Philadelphia Inquirer. The creators of the Phanatic threatened to sell the beloved mascot to another team in 2019.

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James Villani fills out his report card for New York southpaw Joey Lucchesi.

A few writers here at MMO discuss what their offseason would look like as GM of the Mets.

Matt Musico takes a look at one of the Mets’ biggest one-year turnarounds in franchise history.

On This Date in Mets History

1961: After a logo design contest that saw over 500 entries and a prize of $1,000, the Mets pick sports cartoonist Ray Gatto’s logo that remains the logo today.

Birthdays: Juan Centeno (32), Mark Corey (47), Dwight Gooden (57), Don Hahn (73) and Leon Brown (73).

Let’s go Mets!

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