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Saturday, April 18, 2026
Mets’ David Peterson scratched from scheduled start but is not injured

The Mets desperately need a win, and scuffling David Peterson isn’t viewed as the best option to help deliver it.

Mets' Tobias Myers to start series finale vs. Cubs instead of David Peterson

The Mets are shaking up the starting rotation at least for a game, pegging Tobias Myers to start against the Cubs in Sunday's series finale instead of David Peterson.

Freddy Peralta's two sixth-inning walks prove large in Mets' loss to Cubs: 'Ended up costing the game there'

Mets ace Freddy Peralta was good Saturday afternoon, but one bad inning that included two two-out walks wound up costing his team a chance to win.

Carlos Mendoza is shouldering the blame for Mets’ ugly slide — but the biggest flops came above his pay grade

While that sounded slightly noncommittal, Stearns did also say he thinks Mendoza is doing a “good job.” And folks doing a good job generally don’t get canned — not even managers, at least not...

Mets in freefall after losing 10th straight game

The Mets are in the midst of their first 10 game losing streak since 2004 after dropping to the Cubs 4-2 on Saturday.

Mets Drop Tenth Consecutive Game in 4-2 Loss to Cubs

The New York Mets have now lost ten in a row after losing to the Chicago Cubs 4-2 on Saturday. Freddy Peralta pitched solidly, but he’d probably like to have his last two at-bats back as they...

Mets not dwelling on 10th straight loss; remain focused on salvaging series finale with Cubs

After suffering their 10th consecutive loss on Saturday, the Mets, almost defiantly, refuse to dwell on it and are looking to do whatever it takes to win on Sunday.

Mets 10-game losing streak shows they almost have no chance to make the playoffs

The season might already be over for the Mets.

Longest losing streaks in Mets history: Where current skid ranks among New York's worst slumps

Here's where the Mets' latest losing streak stands in franchise history.

Mets' losing streak hits 10 with New York off to its worst start in 43 years

The Mets, with a payroll of $370 million, are now 7-14, and manager Carlos Mendoza's seat has never been hotter

Carson Kelly's pinch-hit homer propels Cubs over hapless Mets

Carson Kelly hit a tie-breaking three-run pinch-hit home run in the sixth inning Saturday afternoon for the host Chicago Cubs, who beat the skidding N

Mets suffer 10th straight loss with season already mired in ugly mess

If there is a baseball hell, the Mets have found it and are threatening to establish permanent residence.

Mets can't get big hit in 4-2 defeat to Cubs; losing streak reaches 10 games

The Mets and Cubs were in the thick of a pitcher's duel until the sixth inning, when a three-run shot from a pinch-hitting Carson Kelly gave Chicago the go-ahead hit in New York's 4-2 loss on...

Peralta's strong start undone immediately after he exits
Latest NY Mets roster move is overthinking unless it comes with another daily change

The latest New York Mets roster move is overthinking unless they stick with this alignment.

Amazin’ Masterpiece: Christie’s to auction off $35 million Renoir owned by NY Mets founding family

Pierre-Auguste Renoir’s La femme aux lilas (Portrait de Nini Lopez) is one of nine treasures on sale from the collection of the late Lorina Payson de Roulet, the daughter of Mets founder Joan...

Game Chat: Mets vs Cubs, 2:20 PM

Saturday, April 18, 2026 • 2:20 PM Wrigley Field • Chicago, IL RHP Freddy Peralta (1-1, 3.86) vs. RHP Jameson Taillon (0-1, 4.86) SNY The Mets are currently on their longest losing streak since...

Jorge Polanco hits injured list as Mets take another early season blow

The Mets took another loss on Saturday before they even took the field against the Cubs.

Mets Notes: Carson Benge back in the leadoff spot, MJ Melendez impressing early on

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza spoke about his new-look lineup prior to Saturday's game in Chicago.

Mets put struggling Polanco on IL with sore wrist

Mets designated hitter Jorge Polanco was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist contusion.

2026 MLB Power Rankings: Week Three Update

Baseball hasn’t been kind to the Big Apple. The Mets and Yankees both struggled mightily last week, costing the Bombers a few spots on the top 10 and the Mets to fall off the list. The Amazins’...

Ranking Francisco Lindor's first 20 NY Mets games in all 6 seasons

New York Mets' Francisco Lindor is off to another cold start to the regular season, but 2026 isn't his worst 20-game start in a Mets uniform.

Mets vs. Cubs prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 MLB picks for Saturday, April 18 from advanced model

SportsLine's model simulated the New York Mets vs. Chicago Cubs 10,000 times and revealed its MLB predictions for Saturday's matchup

Mets place DH Jorge Polanco (wrist) on injured list

The New York Mets placed designated hitter/first baseman Jorge Polanco on the 10-day injured list on Saturday due to a right wrist contusion.,The move

Mets lose 1B/DH Polanco (right wrist contusion) to IL, recall C Senger
Mets Place Jorge Polanco on 10-Day IL, Recall Hayden Senger

The Mets placed Jorge Polanco on the 10-day Injured List due to his right wrist contusion, retroactive to April 15. Before the move, Polanco had also been dealing with left Achilles bursitis. The...

What happened to Jorge Polanco? Why Mets' infielder is landing on injured list

This is some tough news for the Mets and Polanco.

Mets Place Jorge Polanco On 10-Day Injured List

The Mets announced that infielder Jorge Polanco has been placed on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to April 15) due to a right wrist contusion.  Catcher Hayden Senger was called up from...

Mets place Jorge Polanco on 10-day IL with right wrist contusion

The Mets have officially placed infielder Jorge Polanco on the IL as he deals with injuries.

Kodai Senga Follows Career-Worst Start With Another Shortcoming

Six days after the worst start of his career, Kodai Senga had an outing that was nearly as bad on Friday. It’s hard to rub a wound much deeper than giving up four runs in the first inning when...

"He’ll be fine" doesn’t apply to these 3 struggling NY Mets players

The New York Mets have plenty of slumping players, but the data and context surrounding these three guys prove that they won't easily snap out of their early-season scuffles.

Mets pitching prospect Jack Wenninger enjoying strong start to season with Syracuse

Mets fans, if you don’t already know Jack Wenninger, you may want to start to.

Mets vs. Cubs prediction: MLB Saturday player props, picks, odds

The Mets will look to break out of their funk in the second of a three-game set at Wrigley Field against the Cubs. 

Mets vs. Cubs prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 MLB picks for Saturday, April 18 from advanced model

SportsLine's model simulated the New York Mets vs. Chicago Cubs 10,000 times and revealed its MLB predictions for Saturday's matchup

Mets at Cubs: How to watch on SNY on April 18, 2026

Here's how to watch the Mets game on SNY.

Mets Minors Recap: Voit Heating Up for Cyclones

Mitch Voit has played in 10 games for High-A Brooklyn. In his first five, he went 3-for-23 with a double, no walks, and 11 strikeouts. His last five: 7-for-19 with two homers, two doubles, four...

There’s a new unidentified culprit getting blamed for the NY Mets losing streak

There's a new unidentified culprit getting blamed for the New York Mets losing streak.

Morning Briefing: Mets on Brink of Double-Digit Losing Streak

Good morning, Mets fans. Latest Mets News Rock bottom keeps getting deeper and deeper for the Mets (7-13) as they lost their ninth straight game Friday to the Cubs (10-9), 12-4. The game was...

3 changes becoming necessary for the NY Mets to make sooner than later

Three New York Mets changes becoming necessary in the coming days.

Cubs aim to extend offensive surge at expense of skidding Mets

The Chicago Cubs have a chance Saturday to do something they have achieved only twice since 1900.,The New York Mets can only hope they don't inch clos

Friday, April 17, 2026
McLean off to strong start in NL Rookie of the Year race
New injury wrinkle emerges for Mets’ Jorge Polanco as IL question lingers

Jorge Polanco’s ankle by all accounts was feeling better Friday, but the Mets have a new concern with the veteran slugger.

It couldn’t be more clear that sinking Mets need to right this ship — quickly

CHICAGO — It was twenty-something years ago when I joined a spectacularly unsuccessful Mets trip in progress, and future Hall of Famer Mike Piazza looked at me and quipped: “Oh, I see you’ve...

Mets Minors Game Chat: Randy Guzman Looking for Third-Straight Game with Home Run

After all of the New York Mets’ affiliates who were in action on Thursday lost, and with the big league club losing their ninth game in a row on Friday afternoon, the organization is hoping for...

Mets noncommital on Kodai Senga making next scheduled start

After another bad outing by Kodai Senga on Friday, manager Carlos Mendoza was hesitant to commit that the right-hander would make his next start for the Mets.

Brett Baty owns ‘terrible’ play on both sides of ball following Mets' loss to Cubs

Brett Baty has been slumping offensively, and on Friday, he hurt the Mets with his defense too.

Mets drop ninth straight for their longest losing streak since 2004, and pressure is already mounting

This simply isn't good enough for the team with the highest payroll in baseball

Francisco Lindor says there’s something fans don’t know about Mrs. Met: ‘Would be surprised’

Francisco Lindor left Mets fans on the edge of their seats.

Cubs crack double digits again; Mets tumble to 9th straight loss

Moises Ballesteros hit a three-run homer to cap a four-run first inning for the host Chicago Cubs, who continued surging Friday afternoon with a 12-4

Helpless Mets drop blowout to Cubs as nine-game losing skid matches worst in 22 years

Now the Mets aren’t doing anything right.

Best Father's Day Gifts for the Mets Dad

Top gift ideas for the sports dad — from jerseys to collectibles, find the perfect present.

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