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Mets option top prospect Francisco Álvarez to Triple-A Syracuse

With just eight days to go until Opening Day, the New York Mets optioned top prospect Francisco Álvarez to Triple-A Syracuse. Álvarez was competing with catchers Omar Narváez and Tomas Nido for a spot on ... more
Barstool Frank talks with Kyle Evans about MLB rule changes, Mets’ upcoming season (podcast)

FingerLakes1.com’s Kyle Evans sat down with Frank Fleming of Barstool Sports to talk about the rule changes in Major League Baseball and the New York Mets' upcoming season. Watch on YouTube: ... more
CONCRETE JUNGLE: Edwin Diaz Injury Emergency Podcast (podcast)

In the first emergency podcast of the show, Paul Russo and Kyle Evans are joined by Josh Durso to discuss the Edwin Diaz injury from the World Baseball Classic. The guys talk about what happened ... more
Mets’ Edwin Díaz expected to miss 2023 season after tearing patellar tendon during World Baseball Classic celebration
The New York Mets received terrible news on Thursday morning. All-star closer Edwin Díaz tore his right patellar tendon while celebrating Puerto Rico's victory over the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic on Wednesday ... more
Mets’ José Quintana to undergo surgery, out until at least July

The New York Mets will be without José Quintana until at least July. General Manager Billy Eppler told reporters Tuesday that the left-hander has a lesion on his rib and will undergo bone graft surgery ... more
CONCRETE JUNGLE: Spring Injuries Mounting, World Baseball Classic Takes Over (podcast)

Spring Training is well underway for baseball. Paul Russo and Kyle Evans break down the recent news for the Mets and Yankees. The injury bug has been biting both squads. Free agent signees Carlos Rodon ... more
CONCRETE JUNGLE: Reporting for Duty (podcast)

Baseball is right around the corner as pitchers and catchers have officially reported to camps in Arizona and Florida. Paul Russo and Kyle Evans have all the latest and more in Concrete Jungle. The Yankees' ... more
Pete Alonso among Mets participating in 2023 World Baseball Classic

The 2023 World Baseball Classic rosters were announced Thursday night, and the New York Mets have over a dozen players participating. Four players will suit up for Team USA: First baseman Pete Alonso, second baseman ... more
Mets agree to contract extension with Jeff McNeil
Jeff McNeil is staying in Queens for several more years. The New York Mets agreed to a four-year, $50 million contract extension with the second baseman on Friday, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. The deal ... more
CONCRETE JUNGLE: Revving Up to Spring Training and Hall of Fame Discussion (podcast)

Paul Russo and Kyle Evans return to the FingerLakes1.com Studio for the first time in 2023 to talk all things on the back burner of the hot stove. The guys discuss the Frankie Montas health ... more
REPORT: Mets agree to contract with outfielder Tommy Pham

The New York Mets have agreed to a one-year, $6 million contract with outfielder Tommy Pham on Wednesday, according to ESPN's Buster Olney. The deal is pending a physical and includes two million in incentives ... more
REPORT: Carlos Correa’s deal with Mets falls through, returns to Twins
For the second time this offseason, Carlos Correa's agreement with a team has fallen through due to concerns over his physical. On Tuesday, his deal with the New York Mets fell through as he returned to ... more
Report: Mets sign Auburn native Tim Locastro to minor league deal
The New York Mets have agreed to a minor league deal with Tim Locastro, according to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated. The deal includes an invititation to spring training. Locastro is a 2010 Auburn High ... more
FRESH TAKES: Festive Football, Big Bowl Week, and Correa’s Left Leg (podcast)

There is plenty to get to following the Christmas weekend on Fresh Takes. FingerLakes1.com's Paul Russo and Finger Lakes Times' Nick Felice look at the football action starting with the ongoing QB saga with the ... more
Report: Mets trade catcher James McCann to Orioles

Another day, another move for the New York Mets. The club made a trade late Wednesday night, sending catcher James McCann to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for a player to be named later, ESPN's ... more
New York Yankees to make Fernando Tatis Jr. trade to keep pace with Mets?

The New York Mets have been on a spending spree this offseason, signing Edwin Diaz and Justin Verlander. Now, in retaliation to the Mets’ player transactions, the New York Yankees could be on the verge ... more
Mets bring back Adam Ottavino on two-year contract

The New York Mets have agreed to a two-year, $14.5 million contract with reliever Adam Ottavino, ESPN's Jeff Passan reported Tuesday. The deal includes an opt-out after the first season and a potential $1 million ... more
Report: Mets sign catcher Omar Narváez

The New York Mets reached an agreement with veteran catcher Omar Narváez on a one-year contract with a player option for 2024, MLB.com's Anthony DiComo reported Thursday night. The deal, which is pending a physical, ... more
CONCRETE JUNGLE: Hot Stove Fireside Talk and Awards Roundup (podcast)

Paul Russo and Kyle Evans return to the desk for an all-new Concrete Jungle. The guys have plenty to talk about as the hot stove has been on fire. Paul and Kyle discuss the big ... more