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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.

Apr 26, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers (11) rounds the bases after hitting a home run during the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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New York Mets viewed as possible landing spot for Red Sox star Rafael Devers

Could the Mets really make a move to trade for Boston Red Sox star Rafael Devers?

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May 11, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets catcher Luis Torrens (13) is looked at by medical staff after being hit by a foul ball by Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker (not pictured) during the sixth inning at Citi Field. Torrens would leave the game due to an injury after the play. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Mets catcher opens up about need for change after brutal groin shot

New York Mets catcher Luis Torrens wants a change after an unfortunate injury he suffered on Sunday.

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Apr 17, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto (22) reacts after striking out during the third inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Mets reliever recalls Juan Soto scouting report fail

New York Mets slugger Juan Soto sought the help of a teammate to succeed in an at-bat, which ended in less than ideal fashion.

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May 11, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) can not catch a ball hit by New York Mets catcher Luis Torrens (not pictured) during the second inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Mets fumbled ex-prospect turned All-Star candidate in 'lopsided' trade, per expert

New York Mets fans can only imagine how their team would look now if this trade hadn't taken place.

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Dec 12, 2024; Flushing, NY, USA; New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto's agent Scott Boras during Soto's introductory press conference at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Scott Boras assesses Mets' Juan Soto, Pete Alonso tandem

Super agent Scott Boras got honest about having Juan Soto and Pete Alonso in the middle of the Mets' lineup.

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Apr 14, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Mets pitcher Clay Holmes (35) delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins in the first inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
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Mets hurler Clay Holmes gets honest about free agency

New York Mets starter Clay Holmes spoke about a fascinating aspect of his free agency this past offseason.

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May 2, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (88) points after hitting a home run against the Houston Astros during the fifth inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
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Mets 'showing interest' in trade for standout outfielder, per insider

The New York Mets are gauging trade interest in a high-level AL outfielder.

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Apr 23, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets second baseman Brett Baty (7) rounds the bases after hitting a two run home run against the Philadelphia Phillies during the second inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Former Mets top prospect still 'struggling' to make impact

Will this once lauded New York Mets hitter even break through in the big leagues?

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Apr 13, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga (34) gestures before the game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Mets hurler cites 'getting lucky' as reason for recent success

New York Mets ace Kodai Senga shares an interesting sentiment about his start to the 2025 season.

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Apr 23, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) celebrates his game tying RBI double against the Philadelphia Phillies during the tenth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Scott Boras reveals 'key' to Pete Alonso's Mets hitting success

New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso's agent sent a strong message about his client's hot start this season.

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May 5, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto in the eighth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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New York sports icon suggests strange way Yankees fans should greet Mets' Juan Soto

One New York sports legend and Yankees fan wants his team to greet Mets slugger Juan Soto in a weird way next weekend.

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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
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Insider's trade deadline declaration could be bad news for Mets

One MLB insider's assessment of the current trade market doesn't bode well for the New York Mets.

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