New York Mets introduce Silver Sluggers Program at Citi Field in addition to existing Teen Club and Kids Club
FLUSHING, N.Y., March 15, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced their first-ever Silver Sluggers Club at Citi Field. The new program is designed to create community among Mets fans aged 55 and up, with events hosted by Mets Vice President of Alumni Public Relations Jay Horwitz. “The Mets
New York Mets and Delta Air Lines announce a new, multi-year sponsorship extension
FLUSHING, N.Y., March 12, 2024 – The New York Mets and Delta Air Lines today announced a multi-year sponsorship extension, with Delta remaining as the official airline partner of the New York Mets. As part of the renewed partnership, the Mets and Delta have completely reimagined and expanded the club
Statement from Steve & Alex Cohen on Darryl Strawberry
“On behalf of the entire organization we are sending positive thoughts to Darryl Strawberry, his wife Tracy and his entire family after last night’s heart attack. Darryl was in Port St. Lucie working with the team as a guest instructor just a few weeks ago. We are looking forward to
NEW YORK METS EXPAND FUN AT BAT PROGRAM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL AND USA BASEBALL
FLUSHING, N.Y., February 29, 2024 – The New York Mets, in partnership with Major League Baseball and USA Baseball, are expanding the Fun At Bat program in 2024. The Mets are seeking 150 new school partners across New York City and the Tri-State area, which would total over 150,000 youth
New York Mets launch official new team podcast: Meet at the Apple
FLUSHING, N.Y., Feb. 23, 2024 – The New York Mets announced the launch of a new official team podcast, Meet at the Apple. The podcast drops on February 24, opening with hosts/Mets employees, Jonathan Baron and Vito Calise introducing an interview between Mets broadcaster Howie Rose and Mets owner Steve
New York Mets reveal additional 2024 promotional items, including Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry bobbleheads
FLUSHING, N.Y., February 20, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced four additional items for the 2024 promotional schedule at Citi Field. Individual tickets for all home games at Citi Field are currently on sale and can be purchased online at Mets.com/Tickets or by calling 718-507-TIXX. The first 15,000
Mets sign RHP Shintaro Fujinami
FLUSHING, N.Y., February 14, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced that the club has signed RHP Shintaro Fujinami to a one-year contract. In a corresponding move, INF Ronny Mauricio has been transferred to the 60-Day IL. The Osaka, Japan native appeared in 64 games (seven starts) last season
Mets statement
“The Mets have been informed of the conclusion of Major League Baseball’s investigation. With Billy Eppler’s resignation on October 5, 2023, and with David Stearns leading the Baseball Operations team, the Mets consider the matter closed and will have no further comment.”
Mets announce player development staff
FLUSHING, N.Y., February 8, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced their 2024 minor league coaching staffs, as well their player development and medical personnel for the upcoming season. Dick Scott will begin his 11th season with the Mets and his second season as the manager for the Triple-A
Mets sign LHP Jake Diekman
FLUSHING, N.Y., February 6, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced the club has signed left-handed pitcher Jake Diekman to a one-year contract with a club option. In a corresponding move, RHP Austin Adams has been designated for assignment. The 37-year-old lefty spent the 2023 season between the Chicago
Mets Announce 10 Players Invited to Major League Camp
FLUSHING, N.Y., February 1, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced that they have invited the following players to Major League Spring Training: OF Drew Gilbert, RHP Dominic Hamel, LHP Nate Lavender, C Tomás Nido, RHP Eric Orze, C Kevin Parada, RHP Christian Scott, C Hayden Senger, RHP Mike
New York Mets announce initial 2024 promotions schedule, new Saturday game times
FLUSHING, N.Y., January 31, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced the club’s 2024 promotions schedule at Citi Field. Individual tickets for all home games at Citi Field are currently on sale and can be purchased online at Mets.com/Tickets or calling 718-507-TIXX. The first 15,000 fans will receive promotional
Mets re-sign RHP Adam Ottavino
FLUSHING, N.Y., January 30, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced the club has re-signed right-handed pitcher Adam Ottavino to a one-year contract. In a corresponding move, catcher Tyler Heineman has been designated for assignment. Ottavino, 38, pitched to a 3.21 ERA (22 ER/61.2 IP) and saved a career-high
New York Mets Announce Taste of Queens Winners
FLUSHING, N.Y., January 25, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced the selection of three Queens based small businesses to be part of Citi Field’s all-star culinary lineup in 2024. Poprice, RyRy’s Kitchen and Benny’s Cuban Café are the three small businesses that will be featured at their community-focused
New York Mets announce 2024 single game tickets on sale tomorrow
FLUSHING, N.Y., January 18, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced that single game tickets for the 2024 season will go on sale tomorrow, Friday, January 19 at 10 a.m. ET at Mets.com/Tickets and (718) 507-TIXX. Full-season, half-season and quarter-season memberships are also available at Mets.com/Tickets. The best way
METS SIGN 20 INTERNATIONAL PLAYERS
FLUSHING, N.Y., January 15, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced that the club has signed 20 international players. “We are excited to welcome this year’s international signing class to our organization,” said Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns. “These players and their families have worked hard to
METS SIGN LHP SEAN MANAEA
FLUSHING, N.Y., January 12, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced the club has signed left-handed pitcher Sean Manaea to a two-year contract with a player opt-out after the 2024 season. In a corresponding move, infielder Diego Castillo has been designated for assignment. Manaea, 31, established a career-high strikeout
Mets agree to terms with six players
FLUSHING, N.Y., January 11, 2024 – The New York Mets tonight announced that they have agreed to terms on one-year contracts with following players, avoiding arbitration: infielder Pete Alonso, RHP Adrian Houser, LHP Joey Lucchesi, LHP David Peterson, RHP Drew Smith and outfielder Tyrone Taylor.
TRIBUTES TO BUDDY HARRELSON
SARAH SEAVER (TOM’S DAUGHTER): “Buddy was more than a teammate and dad’s roommate. Dad lovingly called him ‘Roomie’ for the rest of their lives. And to me, he was Uncle Bud, always quick with a smile and a twinkle in his eye. Dad and Buddy loved to talk baseball together
METS HALL OF FAMER BUDDY HARRELSON HAS PASSED
FLUSHING, N.Y., January 11, 2024 – Last night, Mets Hall of Famer Buddy Harrelson passed away at age 79 at a hospice house in East Northport, Long Island after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s. Harrelson played for the Mets from 1965-1977. He was a member of the 1969 Miracle Mets,
Mets hosting seasonal staff job fair at Citi Field, January 27
FLUSHING, N.Y., January 9, 2024 – The New York Mets will host a seasonal staff hiring fair on Saturday, January 27 at Citi Field in the Piazza 31 Club on the fifth level of the ballpark. The event will take place in two three-hour sessions: a morning session from 9
METS SIGN GOLD GLOVE OUTFIELDER HARRISON BADER
FLUSHING, N.Y., January 5, 2023 – The New York Mets today announced the club has signed Gold Glove outfielder Harrison Bader to a one-year contract. Bader, 29, recorded a career-high 20 stolen bases in 98 games in 2023 as he split last season between the New York Yankees and the
RONNY MAURICIO MEDICAL UPDATE
FLUSHING, N.Y., January 3, 2023 – Yesterday, Ronny Mauricio underwent right knee ACL reconstruction surgery performed by Dr. David Altchek at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. A typical return-to-play timeline from this procedure is 8-12 months. Additional updates will be provided as appropriate.
METS ACQUIRE RHP ADRIAN HOUSER & OUTFIELDER TYRONE TAYLOR FROM MILWAUKEE
FLUSHING, N.Y., December 20, 2023 – The New York Mets announced today that the club has acquired RHP Adrian Houser and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for minor league RHP Coleman Crow. “We are excited to add Adrian and Tyrone to our team,” Mets President of
Mets acquire Yohan Ramirez
FLUSHING, N.Y., December 18, 2023 – The New York Mets announced today that the club has acquired RHP Yohan Ramirez from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for cash considerations. Ramirez, 28, split the 2023 season between the Chicago White Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates, combining to go 1-0 with a