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Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images | Steven Bisig-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>5 musts if the NY Mets are going to actually compete with 100 games left to go</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-5-musts-actually-compete-in-2026?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt2hw5wq25</guid><description>Five musts if the New York Mets are going to actually compete this season.</description><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4868,h_2738,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt2j32950v9fbrnfwe.jpg" caption="Apr 11, 2026; New York City, New York, USA;  New York Mets third baseman Bo Bichette (19) is greeted by shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) after hitting a two-run home run in the fifth inning against the Athletics at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images | Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Francisco Alvarez&#39;s rapid injury recovery starkly contrasts another NY Mets player&#39;s rehab</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-player-rehab-francisco-alvarez-injury-recovery-mike-tauchman?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jack McKessy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt5b6sf264</guid><description>New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez needed just three weeks to start his rehab stint after a torn meniscus. What&#39;s happened to Mike Tauchman?</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6016,h_3384,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt5fy3c5r1g6v40567.jpg" caption="May 12, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (4) races to first base after driving in a run on a fielders choice during the second inning against the Detroit Tigers at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images | John Jones-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jack McKessy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>NY Mets probably should have done a last-minute edit on their All-Star voting announcement</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-last-minute-edit-all-star-voting-announcement-mark-vientos?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt7c7abbh6</guid><description>The New York Mets probably should have done a last-minute edit on their All-Star voting announcement.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:39:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3121,h_1755,x_0,y_92/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt7cdk0wr55sjdkabk.jpg" caption="Apr 22, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets mascot Mr. Met performs before a game against the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Two Freddy Peralta truths for all NY Mets fans to accept</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-freddy-peralta-two-truths-fans-accept?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt5f77hrj3</guid><description>Two Freddy Peralta truths for all New York Mets fans to accept.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5000,h_2812,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt5fbm08a56r34ddv2.jpg" caption="May 29, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta (51) delivers a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images | Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>NY Mets could have promising Jorge Polanco solution with another top prospect promotion</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-promising-jorge-polanco-solution-top-prospect-ryan-clifford?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brandon Glick</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt4v83rj1t</guid><description>Jorge Polanco remains on the shelf with a wrist injury, though the Mets may be better off promoting another top prospect to take over at first base than waiting for the veteran to return.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4482,h_2521,x_0,y_148/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt4v99a4a4bjd704gv.jpg" caption="New York Mets first baseman Jorge Polanco. | Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brandon Glick"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mark Vientos unknowingly revealed exactly why he won’t make it with the NY Mets</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-mark-vientos-unknowingly-revealed-why-wont-make-it?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt6gn0xwnd</guid><description>Mark Vientos unknowingly revealed exactly why he won&#39;t make it with the New York Mets.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4621,h_2599,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt6gtbj2c60bcyeckh.jpg" caption="May 25, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Mark Vientos (27) reacts after the seventh inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 factors that can break the NY Mets in June</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-3-factors-break-in-june?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Colin Keane</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt48gqa1ft</guid><description>As the New York Mets turn over a new month, they are looking at three factors that might ultimately break them beyond repair.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4320,h_2430,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt5fh36hk75edksmtn.jpg" caption="May 31, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets catcher Luis Torrens (13) greets pitcher David Peterson (23) after winning against the Miami Marlins at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images | John Jones-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Colin Keane"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>NY Mets release minor leaguer hitting .304 in AAA</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-release-minor-leaguer-hitting-304-aaa?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt4v86jsqq</guid><description>The New York Mets have released a minor leaguer hitting .304 in AAA.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5430,h_3054,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt4vdkq4q92rw8wea8.jpg" caption="Feb 19, 2026; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets  infielder Christian Arroyo (28) poses for a photo during media day at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Semi-positive NY Mets prediction includes the one road David Stearns can&#39;t take</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-prediction-one-road-david-stearns-cant-take?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt4st0ewjz</guid><description>A semi-positive New York Mets prediction includes the one road David Stearns can&#39;t take.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5597,h_3148,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt4sz2t46hv5h29dq2.jpg" caption="May 22, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; New York Mets right fielder Carson Benge (3) and left fielder Nick Morabito (55) look on from inside the dugout against the Miami Marlins during the fifth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>2 NY Mets players overdue for a big month, 2 we shouldn’t count on to do much</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-2-players-overdue-big-month-2-shouldnt-count-on?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Colin Keane</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt41wk56ax</guid><description>The New York Mets need at least a couple of their players to get hot in June, lest the season slip away for good.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5116,h_2877,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt4rdn61m8e1qkftj4.jpg" caption="Jun 1, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; New York Mets second baseman Marcus Semien (10) runs the bases after hitting a solo-home run against the Seattle Mariners during the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images | Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Colin Keane"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Jose Iglesias accomplishment NY Mets fans never talk about</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-fans-never-talk-jose-iglesias-accomplishment-hitting-streak?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kres0jbgfa</guid><description>The Jose Iglesias accomplishment New York Mets fans never talk about.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5048,h_2839,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kres44gv75t85wr9az.jpg" caption="Sep 19, 2024; New York City, New York, USA;  New York Mets second baseman Jose Iglesias (11) celebrates after reaching first base on an infield single in the fourth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images | Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>NY Mets are about to be reminded of Paul Blackburn trade with A&#39;s in frustrating way</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-reminded-paul-blackburn-trade-frustrating-way?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brandon Glick</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt1sags2j7</guid><description>Top prospect Kade Morris is making his debut with the Athletics this week, serving as a painful reminder of how badly the Mets fumbled at the 2024 trade deadline.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3078,h_1731,x_0,y_160/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt1sfpga7aaf4va1bs.jpg" caption="New York Mets starting pitcher Paul Blackburn. | Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brandon Glick"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 series on the NY Mets schedule in June where the team needs to make a statement</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-schedule-3-june-series-make-statement?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt2hd7a63v</guid><description>Three series on the New York Mets schedule in June where the team needs to make a statement.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4147,h_2332,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt2hgz6ssjnh9fq69w.jpg" caption="May 27, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets pitcher Devin Williams (38) reacts to striking out the batter for the final out during the ninth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images | Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Return of Jorge Polanco from the IL to the NY Mets roster is oddly easy to navigate</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mest-roster-jorge-polanco-il-return-easy-navigate?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt3xv616gr</guid><description>The return of Jorge Polanco from the IL is an easy one for the New York Mets to navigate.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3199,h_1799,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt3xyn7x2kazb0saa9.jpg" caption="New York Mets second baseman Jorge Polanco (11) is shown after the last out was made against the Pittsburgh Pirates, Thursday, March 26, 2026. | Kevin R. 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Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The completely forgotten paper NY Mets player having a useful season for the Mariners</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-player-forgotten-useful-season-mariners?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jack McKessy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt08yrjvjy</guid><description>The New York Mets traded Cooper Criswell to the Seattle Mariners before he pitched a game for New York. Now, he&#39;s pitching well out of the bullpen.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2812,h_1581,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt096rs745mj9rztng.jpg" caption="Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Cooper Criswell (88) throws a pitch during the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images | David Frerker-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jack McKessy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>1 past, 1 present, 1 future NY Mets mistake made by David Stearns hurting most</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-1-past-1-present-1-future-david-stearns-mistake-hurting-most?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jack McKessy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt0grsfw9h</guid><description>While New York Mets POBO David Stearns has made some strong moves while in charge, he&#39;s also made some clear mistakes.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3045,h_1712,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt0gvvrpf4df9v5gdz.jpg" caption="New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza (64) takes the ball from relief pitcher Ryan Helsley (56) during a pitching change during the seventh inning against the Seattle Mariners at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jack McKessy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>1 recent NY Mets call-up showing staying power, another who clearly doesn’t belong yet</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-call-ups-1-staying-power-another-doesnt-belong-yet?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kshw13tagt</guid><description>One recent New York Mets call-up showing staying power in the big leagues and another who clealry doesn&#39;t belong quite yet.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 15:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8256,h_4644,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kshwd2d4yqeemsz0w7.jpg" caption="May 19, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA;  New York Mets left fielder Nick Morabito (8) prepares to swing at a pitch against the Washington Nationals during the sixth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images | Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Brett Baty is the outlier among his NY Mets peers and not in a good way</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-brett-baty-outlier-among-peers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksrdvvc4bp</guid><description>Brett Baty is an outlier among his New York Mets peers and not in a good way.</description><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 10:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3621,h_2036,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/3/01ksrergda4rr4v4geqs.jpg" caption="May 22, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; New York Mets third baseman Brett Baty (7) reacts from inside the dugout against the Miami Marlins during the fifth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>It sure seems like the NY Mets have already upgraded the roster with recent promotion</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-upgraded-roster-recent-promotion-eric-wagaman?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksq0tv7gdn</guid><description>It sure seems like the New York Mets have already upgraded the roster with their recent promotion.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:11:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3912,h_2200,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/3/01ksq0z2aen90vjqywk0.jpg" caption="May 27, 2026; New York City, New York, USA;  New York Mets designated hitter Eric Wagaman (39) hits a home run against the Cincinnati Reds during the second inning at Citi Field. 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Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former NY Mets player is catfishing his third team in 3 years, the latest costs $22 million</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-former-player-catfishing-third-team-3-years-costs-22-million?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksv5s0khhd</guid><description>Former New York Mets pitcher Adrian Houser is catfishing his third team in three years.</description><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7461,h_4196,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/3/01ksv5x3nwh8v19dvsb8.jpg" caption="May 23, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Adrian Houser (12) throws a pitch against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at Oracle Park. 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Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tim Boyle"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mariners will give NY Mets a whole different challenge after sweet Marlins sweep</title><link>https://risingapple.com/ny-mets-different-challenge-mariners-sweep-marlins?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tim Boyle</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt1aqjqm47</guid><description>The Seattle Mariners will give the New York Mets a whole different challenge after their sweet sweep over the Miami Marlins.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4256,h_2394,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/3/01kt1bc22j86ymb17sra.jpg" caption="May 31, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets left fielder Juan Soto (22) celebrates with right fielder Carson Benge (3) after hitting a grand slam home run against the Miami Marlins during the sixth inning at Citi Field. 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Ewing (9) warms up before the game against the New York Yankees at Citi Field. 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