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.

Jun 26, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Griffin Canning (46) pitches in the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets have two distinct paths to complete their offseason. One offers a much higher upside for the 2026 team than the other.

Sep 3, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; New York Mets third base Mark Vientos (27) hits an RBI single in the sixth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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Mark Vientos is out of minor league options, meaning the Mets will face a key decision on his future sooner rather than later.

Dec 12, 2024; Flushing, NY, USA; New York Mets general manager David Stearns speaks to the media during a Juan Soto introductory press conference at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Mets fans have been quite angry with David Stearns' decisions this winter, but his track record with the Brewers warrants more patience with his plan to build the team into a contender.

Aug 24, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr. (88) singles against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

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The Mets have already added two players to their lineup, and could look to bolster their outfield by trading for White Sox center fielder Luis Robert Jr.

Aug 8, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; A New York Mets hat and glove in the dugout in the second inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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Mets' owner Steve Cohen responded to reports about the team's projected payroll for 2026, disputing claims that they would be cutting salary ahead of the new season.

Sep 20, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Nolan McLean (26) pitches in the third inning against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets' starting rotation has received a lot of criticism over the winter but two of its top members will join Team USA for the World Baseball Classic.

Mar 21, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Japan third baseman Munetaka Murakami (55) looks on after hitting a home run during the second inning against USA at LoanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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There is just a week left before Munetaka Murakami's posting deadline and his market is very murky, offering a value opportunity for the New York Mets if they are so inclined.

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) throws against Cleveland Guardians during the first inning at Comerica Park in Detroit on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025.

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The Mets are still looking to upgrade their starting rotation, but next year's free agent class could impact how aggressively they pursue upgrades this year.

Sep 18, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Pete Alonso became the latest member of the Mets' core to leave in free agency as David Stearns is remaking the team in his own image.

Sep 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; San Diego Padres pitcher Robert Suarez (75) pitches during the ninth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

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Edwin Diaz stunned the Mets when he took a deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers, but New York is aggressively looking at a potential replacement.

New York Mets pitcher Edwin Diaz (39) pitches in relief, Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

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The Mets saw two of their biggest free agent targets sign elsewhere on Tuesday, and their preference for shorter-term contracts may be part of the reason why.

Oct 13, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Trevor Megill (29) reacts after a strikeout to end the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game one of the NLCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets are looking to improve their pitching staff in 2026 and are showing interest in a pair of Brewers' stars to bolster the unit.

Mike Phillips

Joined: Mar 5, 2025

Mets interest in Griffin Canning could signal bigger rotation plans

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Why the Mets need to go all-in this offseason

Mets make major announcement about top prospect

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Two distinct paths the Mets offseason can take

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Mets face this important decision with Mark Vientos

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Why Mets fans should trust David Stearns’ process

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Mets, White Sox still talking trade for veteran outfielder

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Steve Cohen's response to reporting on projected Mets' 2026 payroll

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These Mets will pitch for Team USA at the World Baseball Classic

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Why Mets should make a run at Japanese star

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How the Mets are approaching the starting pitching market

Why David Stearns is remaking the Mets’ core

Mets are 'aggressively' pursuing potential Edwin Diaz replacement

Why this Mets’ preference might be hurting them

Mets showing trade interest in pair of Brewers’ star pitchers