New York Mets vs. Kansas City Royals - April 14, 2024

Randy Dobnak’s magic runs out, ironically during the Royals’ Harry Potter nightAnd Q got tossed!

Mets can’t figure out [checks notes] Freddy Peralta?Welp.

Mets vs. Rays (09/01/2026)

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Soto's New 'La Fiera' Cleat 🐆Mets star's 1st player-exclusive Under Armour footwear dropping Friday 📸

Mets recall Nick Morabito, Dylan Ross as rosters expandThe Mets have made their initial September call-ups.

Royals Review Reacts: What’s the best part of 2026?In a lost season, there have still been bright spots. Which was the brightest?

Royals expand rosters with Drew Waters, Easton McGee, Nolan HoffmanRosters expand to 28.

NY Mets prospect from Freddy Peralta trade is making one offseason choice easierA slew of New York Mets prospects will become eligible for the Rule 5 Draft this offseason. The expiration of the CBA makes it more complicated as there’s a pos

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MLB's Biggest Breakouts 💥Players having strong years that we didn't see coming 📲

Marlins series preview: An up-and-down seasonThe Marlins are a .500 team despite a low payroll.

Royals’ Red-Hot August Hits September Reality, Cags and Cameron ShineThe Kansas City Royals take two from the Cleveland Guardians, but the August good vibes fall as calendar turns.

Mets Prospect Report Card: AugustHow did the Mets’ top prospects grade out for the month of August?

Mets Player Meter: Pitchers, August 17-30A quick review of how the Mets’ pitchers fared in the past couple of weeks.

The last season the NY Mets had 0 Silver Slugger winners included an awful snubThe New York Mets have actually had a pretty good run in the 2020s when it comes to Silver Slugger winners. In 2022, they had Jeff McNeil. In 2023 and 2024, Fra

This Week in the Minors: Hunter Owen wraps up a good month of AugustThe lefty was unhittable this month

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Kansas City Royals News: Schreiber now a YankeePlus Jac Caglianone’s recent tear gets some love.

Get the best of Amazin’ Avenue on the new SB Nation appYour best source for quality New York Mets news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Where Luis Robert Jr. ranks among starting NY Mets CFs in the David Stearns eraCenter field is an important position that hasn’t exactly been solidified by the New York Mets since the departure of Carlos Beltran. Juan Lagares teased us but

Mets Minor League Players of the Week: Week Twenty-ThreeWhat minor league players put up the best numbers this past week, August 24th to August 30th?

These pleasant 2026 NY Mets developments remove any excuse to not sign Tarik SkubalIt might be a battle of two teams to sign Tarik Skubal and maybe not a very competitive one from one side. The Los Angeles Dodgers are getting the Skubal experi

Stock has the start of his life, Mets beat RaysRobert Stock had a great night, and the Mets held on to beat the Rays.

Mets vs. Rays (08/31/2026)

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Justin Hagenman to start Wednesday; Nick Morabito to join big league clubHappy Roster Expansion Eve!

Mets Player Meter: Position Players, August 17-30A quick review of how the Mets’ position players fared in the past couple of weeks.

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Circle of MLB transactions is complete with NY Mets officially losing Luis Robert Jr.This might actually be the best outcome for the New York Mets. Instead of landing with a geographical, divisional, or rival of any other kind, Luis Robert Jr. w

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Phillies Trade OF to White SoxTommy Pham expected to join Chicago when rosters expand September 1st (Passan)

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The path to .500With one month left, the Royals are no longer in danger of losing 100 but it would take a titanic effort to lose only 81

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Orioles Claim Luis Robert Jr.Baltimore picks up veteran outfielder off waivers from Mets (SNY)

Monday Stat Party: Lavender HazeBenge breaks a rookie record as Ewing prepares to seize one of his own.

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The Royals are going to have to figure out center field next yearShould Isbel continue to be the starting center fielder?

10 Questions for Mets entering SeptemberHow the next month informs the next year of Mets baseball.

Mets Morning News: At Least Soto’s HealthyYour Monday morning dose of Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.

Mets travel to Florida for matchup with first-place RaysThe Mets’ string of facing first place clubs continues.

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Kansas City Royals news: John Schreiber hits the waiver wireWill the Royals lose the sidearmer?

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊How every team stacks up as September looms 📲

Mets Daily Prospect Report, 8/31/26: This is fine (no really!)Catch up on all the Mets prospects in yesterday’s minor league action!

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NY Mets Monday Morning GM: Luis Robert Jr. trade was worth the riskWhen the New York Mets traded for Luis Robert Jr. as part of their late January frenzy, the two-letter word related to everything about him was “if.” If he coul

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New MLB Playoff Picture 🖼️Astros break AL West slump. Full standings with a month left in the season 📲

Mets lose to Astros despite strong start from Lindor and SotoThe offense was out-hit, and the bullpen could not keep things close during this rubber game loss.

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Guardians dismantle Royals to end road tripNot a great day at the ballpark

Royals vs. Guardians (08/30/2026)

Full highlights from Cleveland Guardians' 11-1 win vs. Kansas City Royals 🎥

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Carter Jensen's recent Royals record should continue to silence position change talksThe idea of the Royals shifting Carter Jensen off catching has arisen this season, but when you break it down, perhaps it's better he stay behind the dish.

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How the NY Mets should view Jared Young to give them the best roster possible in 2027Jared Young remains one of the most pleasant New York Mets surprises of the 2026 season. He dominated in Triple-A last season while sprinkling in a few big bops

Mets Daily Prospect Report, 8/30/26: Dr. Tong’s House of KsCatch up on all the Mets prospects in yesterday’s minor league action!

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Snoopy's Wild First Pitch 😭Classic Joe Cool 🎥

The Mets’ All-Stretch-Run TeamAn honor for those who finished their seasons on a high note.

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3 Silver Slugger pairings NY Mets fans wish they could’ve seenCrossing eras is something a baseball fan never gets the courtesy of witnessing. Imagine Tom Seaver in the same rotation as Jacob deGrom. That’s how you start y

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Latest Alex Lange let-down further proves Royals must change bullpen strategy this offseasonThe Royals might be rolling of late, but that doesn't mean every name is thriving, as Alex Lange once again reminded KC they may've made a mistake signing him.

Mets Morning News: Soto returns from the IL, Mets place Robert on waiversYour Sunday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links.

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Royals' sudden John Schreiber cut should tell fans all they need to know about playoff chancesAmid a late season hot stretch, the Royals waived reliever John Schreiber. However, perhaps this shows how they actually feel about their postseason chances.

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Silly sixth inning leads to another Royals victory over GuardiansRoyals Devil Magic is in full effect!

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MLB Fan Hits 3 Games in 1 DayRare cross-city feat completed in NYC 📸

Nolan McLean shines as Mets end losing streakThe Mets earned a feel-good win behind stud rookie’s strong outing.

Astros vs. Mets (08/29/2026)

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Royals vs. Guardians (08/29/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 8-3 win vs. Cleveland Guardians 🎥

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Mets Waive Luis Robert Jr.New York placing veteran outfielder on outright waivers (MLB.com)

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Royals Playoff Odds: KC's Wild Card chances still minuscule despite blazing-hot August runThe Royals have looked terrific of late. However after digging themselves into a huge hole in the first-half, they might be too far gone to make the postseason.

How 3 NY Mets players had a record-breaking season and yet none won a Silver SluggerA 71-91 New York Mets team shouldn’t live on and yet because of the way three players performed, it’s hard to ignore the season. The 1996 Mets were caught betwe

Mets activate Juan Soto from IL, send down Eric WagamanThe Mets get their prized slugger back for the club’s final stretch.

Why the NY Mets can still be satisfied with choosing A.J. Ewing over Drew GilbertThere was a point in time when it looked like the New York Mets made the right call by shipping Drew Gilbert off. One of the gems of the Justin Verlander trade,

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Kansas City Royals news: Have the Royals turned a page?They just keep on winning.

Soto Returning to Lineup

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Juan Soto is back from the injured list, the Mets announced. They optioned Eric Wagaman as the corresponding move for the active roster.

There’s something else Carson Benge is really good atThe rookie might secretly be a six-tool player.

Former NY Mets Minor League Pitcher of the Year is earning himself a return to MLBWinning a Minor League Player of the Year Award is a nice pat on the back yet hardly an indication of stardom on the rise. The pitching award, especially, has h

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Determining how long of a leash Matt Quatraro and J.J. Picollo will have entering 2027The Kansas City Royals cannot afford to waste their young core of players with another disappointing season in 2027.

Mets Morning News for August 29, 2026Your Saturday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links.

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MLB's Top Prospects Under 20 🤩Jesús Made, Leo De Vries crack B/R's top-25 list of league's brightest future stars ➡️

Mets Daily Prospect Report, 8/29/26: If not for Binghamton…Catch up on all the Mets prospects in yesterday’s minor league action!

3 NY Mets player auditions for the 2027 roster that shouldn’t be delayed any longerWe’ve been in “what’s next?” mode for the New York Mets for weeks. After the trade deadline, the focus came onto what players can do for the team less so now an

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Guardians wonder who gave Wacha a power pill as he dominates them a third timeWacha throws his best start of the season on the night the Royals needed it most

Mets stymied by Hunter BrownChristian Scott issued three straight walks in the sixth, which proved to be his undoing.

Astros vs. Mets (08/28/2026)

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Royals vs. Guardians (08/28/2026)

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Mets call up Chris Devenski, option Xzavion CurryThe team has also moved Jorge Polanco to the 60-day IL.

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Awful AL West Still Dangerous 👀What went wrong and why there's still hope for MLB's worst division 📲

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How Royals' recently recalled longshot converted pitcher was once traded for Roy OswaltThe Royals made a bit of shocking move on Thursday when they recalled reliever Anthony Gose from Omaha - who was once in a trade for a long-removed All-Star.

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Guardians series preview: The two hottest teams in baseballSomething’s gotta give.

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New MLB Team Grades 🔠Updated report cards for every team with 1 month to go 📲

This Week in Mets Quotes: Gabba Gabba Hey!Lots of interesting, funny, idiotic, and insightful things were said by the Mets—and about them—recently.

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Royals Reacts Results: The playoffs are still a pipe dream6% of you still believe!

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The cruel NY Mets-Braves trade that ended up costing Atlanta a World SeriesOn August 28, 1991, the NL East New York Mets made a trade with the NL West Atlanta Braves. Two divisions per league at the time and no connection between the M

Mets conclude homestand with three against AL West-leading AstrosThe Mets place another first place squad, though one that’s sitting at just .500 on the year.

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MLB Vet's Broadway Debut 🕺Jose Iglesias hit the stage in 'Buena Vista Social Club'

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Jarred Kelenic’s next move might be to follow the path of this current NY Mets playerThere are few players in recent times that have garnered more "What If?" scenarios than Jarred Kelenic. Even though hindsight has proven that the New York Mets

Mets Daily Prospect Report, 8/28/26: A mix of rain, wins, and a lossCatch up on all the Mets prospects in yesterday’s minor league action!

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A rollercoaster NY Mets trade ending in the best way possibleA hypothetical rollercoaster either starts high and drops then raises again or does the complete opposite. Those MLB trades which start with a low, go up again,

Manaea crumbles as Mets lose to the BrewersThe Mets loss was equal parts poor pitching and an inability to beat Misiorowski.

Royals hammer Blue Jays, win fourth straight seriesA baker’s dozen worth of runs!

Brewers vs. Mets (08/27/2026)

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Royals vs. Blue Jays (08/27/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 13-2 win vs. Toronto Blue Jays 🎥

Blue Jays Fans Booing Team 🗣️

Nothing to root for as Royals take 10-0 lead

Royals’ Nine-Game Streak Ends, But the Bigger Picture Still Looks GoodAll good things must come to an end, including the Kansas City Royals late-season winning streak.

Mets call up Xzavion Curry, option Chayce McDermottThe Mets have made another roster move in a season full of them.

Michael Massey to the Injured List, Anthony Gose joins the penThe 36-year-old Gose is a former outfielder.

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Royals New Concession Items 🤯Kansas City debuting S'mores Tiramisu & 'Grand Slam BBQ Showdown' sliders 📸

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Tony Gonsolin just made perfect first impression in bid for MLB comeback with RoyalsThe Royals took a swing on a Tony Gonsolin comeback to help repair their starting rotation in 2027. But perhaps he could be gearing up for a 2026 return.

Who could the Royals call up in September?Will the Royals call up someone new, or use the additional space to bring guys up that we’ve seen before?

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This Day in NY Mets History: The first rookie to hit a HR in his first career at-batAugust 27, 1974, was a New York Mets win over the Houston Astros. A game started by Tug McGraw, it’s remembered more for something else unique in franchise hist

Mets Morning News: Mets suffer blowout loss to BrewersYour Thursday morning dose of Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.

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Why Royals' Jac Caglianone should crash the AL Silver Slugger conversation ahead of scheduleThe award goes to managers and coaches, not writers — and Caglianone's power numbers heading into September make a stronger case than most Royals fans realize.

Kansas City Royals news: The winning streak endsA good time to start a new one

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A short-term prediction for each of the Baby NY Mets starting with releasing Mark VientosBye-bye Baby Mets. They were debuting in 2022 and only a few short years later, none have fully established themselves as mainstays on the New York Mets roster.

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September Call-Ups to Watch 👀10 players who can make a late-season impact for a contender 📲

Mets Daily Prospect Report, 8/27/26: Two out of three ain’t badCatch up on all the Mets prospects in yesterday’s minor league action!

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The most awkward trade in NY Mets historyThere are trades that are coincidental, like Jerry Koosman getting traded for Jesse Orosco, the two players to throw the last pitch in both New York Mets World

Mets mail it in after Stock gives up seven in loss to BrewersRobert Stock got rocked, and the Mets scored just one run of their own.

Blue Jays bullpen blanks Royals to end the winning streak9 games in a row was it for the Royals as they finally take a loss.

Brewers vs. Mets (08/26/2026)

Full highlights from Milwaukee Brewers' 8-1 win vs. New York Mets 🎥

Royals vs. Blue Jays (08/26/2026)

Full highlights from Toronto Blue Jays' 3-0 win vs. Kansas City Royals 🎥

Bichette Has Foot Contusion

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Bo Bichette was removed from tonight's game with a left foot contusion.

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Mets' Latest Animal Encounter 🐿️Citi Field getting some friendly visitors recently 🎥

Squirrel at Mets Game 🐿️

Unexpected visitor taking in some Wednesday night baseball 🎥

NY Mets, most of MLB have overlooked Pete Alonso's increasingly rare skillMany New York Mets fans were torn while Pete Alonso marketed his wares on the free-agent market last winter. The Polar Bear was obviously a fan favorite, but he

Analyzing Mets' Deadline ✍️

Insider Jon Heyman talks impact of NY's moves

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Royals' ailing rotation could soon be getting high upside reinforcement to help fuel hot streakThe Royals signed the injured Tony Gonsolin to a contract nearly two weeks ago, and now they could perhaps get a look at him in the majors before year's end.

NY Mets' Jefry Yan doesn't need to be a trailblazer for baseball to appreciate his exuberanceThere's something special about players with a been-there, done-that attitude. Those who can remain calm and collected under pressure often have success in the

A look back at the longest winning streaks in Royals historyHow long can the Royals keep this streak going?

New MLB Rumors 👀

🗣️ Latest on Ketel Marte ♨️ Executive hot seat 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

5 burning NY Mets questions to answer in 2026 plus a prediction for eachWho says these games don’t count? While the New York Mets finish up their schedule, the primary goal is to answer a couple of burning questions. There are some

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3 Royals prospects yet to make their MLB debut who deserve a September call-upKansas City is winning again and roster spots are opening up. These three non-debuted options have earned the right to be part of the Royals' September picture.

Kansas City Royals news: Playoff hopium runs highSome Kansas City Royals are doing their best Dumb and Dumber impression: So you’re telling me there’s a chance?

Mets Morning News: Happy extra innings endingYour Wednesday morning dose of Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.

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Every Team's Biggest Red Flag 🚩Breaking down warning signs across the league 📲

Mets Daily Prospect Report, 8/26/26: The amazin’ mashin’ Mets minorsCatch up on all the Mets prospects in yesterday’s minor league action!

NY Mets don't deserve blame for Freddy Peralta, maybe they do for someone elseIn case you’ve been avoiding it, Freddy Peralta hasn’t shined since joining the Tampa Bay Rays. A theory ahead of the trade deadline was that the New York Mets

It took 10 seasons for the last NY Mets manager to get fired to manage in MLB againWith Willie Randolph, fans generally think of two things about his ending. The unceremonious firing out in California and no future opportunities to manage agai

Royals win ninth consecutive game with incredible defense when it counted mostWhat a play(s)