Mike Phillips

Joined: Mar 5, 2025

Mike Phillips is a contributor to the Mets On SI site. Mike has been covering the Mets since 2011 for various websites, including Metstradamus and Kiners Korner. Mike has a Masters Degree from Iona University in Sports Communications and Media and also has experience covering the NFL and college basketball on FanSided. Mike also hosts his own New York sports based podcast. You can follow Mike on Twitter/X and Instagram: @MPhillips331.

Mark Vientos has struggled to recapture the electric form he displayed at the end of the 2024 season for the Mets.

May 27, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets pitcher Jonah Tong (21) walks to the dugout after being taken out of the game against the Cincinnati Reds during the fifth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

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Sean Manaea allowed one run in five innings for the Mets in Seattle on Monday night.

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Francisco Alvarez is already heading out for a rehab assignment well ahead of schedule for the Mets.

Juan Soto and the Mets have a big opportunity to make up ground in the Wild Card race in June.

There is some renewed hope for the Mets as they enter June on a four-game winning streak. Their upcoming schedule gives them an opportunity to make up ground.

May 10, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; New York Mets pitcher Tobias Myers in the second inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Mets are sending RHP Tobias Myers down to AAA Syracuse. That choice could give them an opportunity to fortify their starting rotation.

May 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Brandon Nimmo (24) makes a catch at the warning track in the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

The Mets' decision to trade Brandon Nimmo to Texas for Marcus Semien in the offseason has been unpopular with fans. It was, however, quite necessary for them in the short and long term.

May 27, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets pitcher Jonah Tong (21) delivers a pitch against the Cincinnati Reds during the third inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

The Mets' starting rotation is in a bit of flux behind Freddy Peralta, Nolan McLean and Christian Scott. How can they best deploy their remaining starters to fill it?

David Stearns has overseen another slow start to a Mets season.

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While the Mets' 2026 season isn't beyond the point of no return, President of Baseball Operations David Stearns must change his philosophy before it's too late.

Marcus Semien has not been too productive offensively since coming over to the Mets this season.

Injuries have taken a toll on the Mets' starting lineup. Now, they need to look more proactively at increasing production from the right side of their infield.

Bo Bichette couldn't have gotten back on track at a better time for the Mets.

After a quiet start to his first year in Flushing, Bo Bichette is getting hot at the right time for the Mets. Perhaps the best is yet to come.

Craig Kimbrel's performance is one of the reasons why the Mets' bullpen is an issue.

The Mets have carried seven starting pitchers throughout the regular season. That strategy has led to sub-optimal bullpen construction that is costing them games.

Jonah Tong could be in play for a big league start for the Mets in the coming days.

The Mets skipped Jonah Tong's scheduled start for AAA Syracuse today. A new big league opportunity may come for the top prospect sooner than expected.

May 15, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets pitcher Clay Holmes (35) delivers a pitch during the third inning against the New York Yankees at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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The Mets lost Clay Holmes for months after he suffered a fractured fibula on Friday. It may take a committee to fill his spot in the starting rotation.