Grant Young

Grant Young

Joined: Jun 10, 2024

Grant Young covers the New York Mets and Women’s Basketball for Sports Illustrated’s ‘On SI’ sites. He holds an MFA degree in creative writing from the University of San Francisco, where he also played Division 1 baseball for five years. He believes Mark Teixeira should have been a first ballot MLB Hall of Fame inductee.

Mar 27, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Boston Red Sox third base Alex Bregman (2) walks on the field in the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

May 26, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Cody Bellinger (35) prior to the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Jul 13, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a New York Mets hat and glove in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the eighth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Jun 19, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza (64) in the dugout before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Jun 28, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Mets left fielder Brandon Nimmo (9) enters the dugout to play the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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New York Mets fans would love if Brandon Nimmo was replaced by this free agent.

Oct 10, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) walks off the field after the first inning against the Seattle Mariners during game five of the ALDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

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Is this a reason why the New York Mets should keep away from Tarik Skubal?

Sep 21, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Mike Trout (27) before the game against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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There are several reasons why the New York Mets trading for Mike Trout makes sense.

Jun 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) jogs onto the field before the game against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets have a strong preference on what they want to offer Kyle Tucker.

Aug 3, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Edward Cabrera (27) looks on against the New York Yankees during the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets still have options after Edward Cabrera was traded.

Juan Soto speaks to the media during a press conference on August 28, 2025.

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New York Mets star Juan Soto understands where he needs to be better for his team.

May 28, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto (22) reacts after striking out during the game against the Chicago White Sox at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-Imagn Images

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New York Mets slugger Juan Soto addressed the possibility of moving to first base in a recent interview.

Sep 28, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) reacts while standing next to shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) after his at bat against the Miami Marlins during the fifth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets might have worked themselves into an issue when trying to sign Cody Bellinger.

Sep 8, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the eighth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

The New York Mets might have found a reason to not pursue Kyle Tucker in free agency.

May 1, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) circles the bases on a solo home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the fifth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The New York Mets could now be in pole position to land Kyle Tucker after this recent update.

Aug 14, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets owner Steve Cohen stands on the field before a ceremony to honor first baseman Pete Alonso (not pictured) for breaking the Mets all time home run record before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Not everybody is sold on Steve Cohen being a lifelong New York Mets fan.

May 24, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; New York Yankees left fielder Cody Bellinger (35) during the sixth inning against the against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

The Mets' standing in the market for star free agent Cody Bellinger is becoming clear.