Meet the Mets

Clay Holmes held the introductory press conference yesterday and shared how he hoped his decision may have influenced Juan Soto’s decision to sign with the Mets.

Despite the coverage of the crosstown rivalry, Holmes says he doesn’t view the Mets and Yankees as rivals.

Anthony DiComo discussed Holmes’ introductory press conference and explained why he decided to give the starting role another try.

MLB released a video detailing the connection between Pete Alonso and Mets fans.

Over at The Athletic, Will Sammon discussed the potential for defensive improvements for Soto and Holmes’ innings, among other things.

The National League is finally replacing the American League as the big-money league, thanks in no small part to Steve Cohen.

The Athletic’s Britt Ghiroli wrote about how complicated things get when baseball players try to get married in the offseason, focusing in part on Sean Manaea’s recent wedding.

All about the National League East

The Braves have signed former Nationals pitcher Jordan Weems to a minor league contract and an invitation to spring training.

Federal Baseball explained why this season is so important for the future of Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams.

All about Major League Baseball

MLB has released a report that focuses specifically on the explosion in pitching injuries in recent years.

Jeff Passan broke down the MLB pitching injury report and where the league needs to go from here.

In a seemingly inevitable move, Cody Bellinger was traded from the Cubs to the Yankees.

The Yankees will also receive $5 million from the Cubs to offset salary and the potential buyout next year.

In return, the Yankees are sending right-hander Cody Poteet to the Cubs.

Guaranteed Rate Field, home of the Chicago White Sox, has a new name.

With the official announcement that Max Fried is signing with the Yankees, there is a complete termination of his contract.

Yesterday on Amazin’ Avenue

Brian Salvatore took a look at Jurickson Profar’s possible suitability for the Mets.

This date in Mets history

Joe Orsulak, one of the better parts of the infamous “Worst Team That Money Could Buy,” signed with the Mets on this day in 1992.