Ezra Lombardi

Ezra Lombardi

Joined: Mar 5, 2025

Ezra Lombardi is a contributing writer for the Mets On SI site. He has previously written for The Lead and the Hamilton College Spectator. He graduated from Hamilton College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy and played football. You can follow him on Twitter @LombardiEzra

Sep 9, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Wilson Contreras (40) high-fives teammates in the dugout after scoring a run against the Seattle Mariners during the second inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Jul 15, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; National League pitcher Edwin Diaz (39) of the New York Mets pitches in the ninth inning during the 2025 MLB All Star Game at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Sep 18, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) pitches in the sixth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Sep 19, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) follows through on a single against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Citi Field. Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (not pictured) scored on the play on an error by Nationals right fielder Dylan Crews (not pictured). Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Aug 3, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Cooper Criswell (64) in action during the game between the Texas Rangers and the Boston Red Sox at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets have claimed RHP Cooper Criswell after he was DFA'd by Boston on Thursday.

Aug 18, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Kyle Schwarber (12) against the Seattle Mariners at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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The Mets are seen as a contender to steal the slugger away from NL East foe Philadelphia.

Aug 19, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Joe Ryan (41) delivers a pitch against the Athletics in the first inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Mets are reportedly among the teams interested in acquiring Minnesota Twins' ace Joe Ryan.

Jul 30, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns speaks to the media about the MLB trade deadline before a game against the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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What the Mets president had to say following the shocking trade of Brandon Nimmo.

May 4, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; New York Mets pitcher Max Kranick (32) throws against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Vizer-Imagn Images

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The Mets are non-tendering RHP Max Kranick as the reliever works back from elbow surgery.

Mar 20, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Japan third baseman Munetaka Murakami (55) hits a walk-off double to win the game against Mexico during the ninth inning at LoanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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MLB.com writer Anthony DiComo explained why targeting these two free agents could spell disaster for the Mets.

Sep 23, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Brendan Donovan (33) runs to third base against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets are reportedly very interested in making a trade for the All-Star infielder.

Jul 26, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) pitches in the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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MLB insider Jim Bowden predicted a haul that could help the New York Mets land their ace.

Oct 14, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Freddy Peralta (51) throws pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning during game two of the NLCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Four players around the league accepted the one-year $22.205 million qualifying offer to return to their teams on Tuesday.

Jun 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) reacts after a play at the plate in the ninth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

This potential Pete Alonso destination is reportedly growing more interested in the Mets slugger.

Sep 19, 2021; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels right fielder Jose Rojas (18) runs after hitting a single agianst the Oakland Athletics during the ninth inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The New York Mets have signed power-hitter Jose Rojas to a non-roster invite minor league deal.

Dec 12, 2024; Flushing, NY, USA; New York Mets owner Steve Cohen speaks next to general manager David Stearns during a press conference to introduce right fielder Juan Soto at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Why this MLB insider predicts that the 'embarrassed' New York Mets will be one of the most aggressive teams in free agency.