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.

Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns addressed the media during his introductory press conference.

May 26, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto (22) reacts after striking out during the fourth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Oct 6, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Mets first base Pete Alonso (20) reacts after striking our in the third inning against the Philadelphia Phillies during game two of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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

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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The New York Mets will have to outmaneuver several clubs to secure a trade for this outfielder.

Jul 12, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) looks on during batting practice before a game against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images

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One thing seemed to stop Francisco Lindor from being named the New York Mets' captain last season.

Apr 29, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Nick Pivetta (27) comes off the field after pitching during the second inning against the San Francisco Giants at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets and San Diego Padres are having trade discussions regarding several game-changing players.

Oct 18, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets relief pitcher Edwin Diaz (39) reacts after striking out Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani, not pictured during the eighth inning during game five of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Edwin Diaz's stance on why he signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers is making some New York Mets fans raise their eyebrows.

Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns addressed the media during his introductory press conference.

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Former New York Mets coach Eric Chavez made his criticism for David Stearns extremely clear.

Aug 19, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) prior to the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

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Pete Alonso addressed the New York Mets franchise and fan base after leaving the team in free agency.

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The New York Mets should strongly consider signing this elite closer as Devin Williams insurance.

Oct 23, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Stephen A. Smith (Stephen Smith) on the ESPN NBA Countdown live set at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Stephen A. Smith keeps throwing shade at the New York Mets after their recent free agency blunders.

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

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen spoke out after his team's brutal two-day stretch.

Nov 3, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith looks on before the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Arizona Cardinals at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Stephen A. Smith didn't mince words about the New York Mets losing Edwin Diaz in free agency.

Mar 18, 2025; Bunkyo, Tokyo, JPN; Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) during the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the Tokyo Series at Tokyo Dome. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

The New York Mets remain firmly in play for the best free agent available.

May 20, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) reacts after striking out in the eighth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

The New York Mets need to learn from this mistake in their free agency negotiations with Pete Alonso.