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Despite an uneven start in an upset loss to Italy, Nolan McLean should have another opportunity to pitch if Team USA advances.
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Grant Young|
Logan VanDine|
Logan VanDine|
Although Carson Benge has strung together a great spring, the Mets have not made a decision on him yet.
Logan VanDine|
The Mets remain optimistic that Francisco Lindor will be ready for Opening Day, but want him to get into some game action before the end of spring training.
Mike Phillips|
The New York Mets have optioned/reassigned several prospects as their Opening Day roster is beginning to take shape.
Pat Ragazzo|
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone turned heads with a recent comment about Juan Soto.
Grant Young|
Juan Soto drew a lot of attention with a comment he made at the World Baseball Classic.
Grant Young|
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal is still working out with Team USA leading to speculation he may make another start during the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
Ryan Phillips|
Mets reliever Robert Stock was recommended for thoracic outlet syndrome surgery, likely sidelining him most of 2026.
John Sparaco|
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Kyle Koster|
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Panama infielder Jonathan Araúz got into an altercation with manager José Mayorga in the team’s dugout during a loss to Colombia.
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