Justin Turner has become a fan favorite third baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Turner needed a college alumni game to rescue his career.
$207 Million Infielder David Wright Went Unrecognized While Coaching a Tee-Ball Team
David Wright was a seven-time All-Star with the New York Mets but lives now in relative anonymity in California.
New York Mets Star Pete Alonso Made a Bold Claim About His Teammate Jacob deGrom
New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso believes his teammate Jacob deGrom already deserves to be in Cooperstown.
The Yankees Aren’t Even the Best MLB Team in New York Anymore
The Yankees have owned the city of New York over the last few years, but there’s a new in-state newcomer gunning for their crown.
Tom Seaver Could Have Been ‘Terrific’ for the Braves If Not for a Technicality
Tom Seaver is arguably the greatest player in New York Mets history. He could have spent that time with the Braves if not for a technicality.
Tommy Lasorda Scouted Tom Seaver in College and Totally Nailed It
Future Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda scouted future Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver in college in 1965 and came away impressed.
Aroldis Chapman Just Confirmed No One Is Paying Attention To Baseball in 2020
Neither the batter nor the pitcher realized the game was over when Aroldis Chapman surrendered a walk-off home run to Amed Rosario.
A-Rod Doesn’t Realize How Lucky He Is To Lose Out on Buying the Mets
Alex Rodriguez has fallen short in his attempt to buy the New York Mets. If he’s disappointed, the former MLB great shouldn’t be.
Derek Jeter Could Cost A-Rod His Shot at Buying the New York Mets
Derek Jeter’s move into MLB ownership began with him slashing the payroll of the Miami Marlins. That could create concern among fellow owners if they have to consider an Alex Rodriguez winning bid on the New York Mets.
Ex-MLB Catcher Paul Lo Duca Just Waged War With a Barstool Sports Teammate
Former MLB catcher Paul Lo Duca is now a gambling analyst at Barstool Sports. His latest gamble involves a war with Barstool teammate Brandon Walker.
Whatever Happened to Cy Young Winning Ace Johan Santana?
Johan Santana had a brilliant peak with the Twins and Mets. What is the two-time Cy Young winner and left-handed ace doing in retirement?
Billy Wagner, Mariano Rivera, and the Bizarre Debate Involving Metallica
What do Billy Wagner, Mariano Rivera, and Metallica have in common? Let’s look back at a bizarre debate involving the trio from 2006.
The New York Mets’ Smart Move Is to Fire Brodie Van Wagenen Now
New York Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen’s 2019 gamble on Marcus Stroman may be the move that ends his career.
How Good Was Padres Star Fernando Tatís Jr.’s Father, Fernando Sr.?
San Diego Padres star Fernando Tatís Jr. has a famous father. How good was his father, Fernando Sr., when he played in the majors?
Yoenis Cespedes Has Built Up a Large Enough Net Worth to Leave Major League Baseball Behind
While Yoenis Cespedes suddenly opted out of the 2020 Major League Baseball season, the outfielder still has a sizable net worth.
Yoenis Céspedes’ Stunning Opt Out Possibly Concludes an Uneven Mets Tenure
New York Mets star outfielder Yoenis Cespedes opted out of the 2020 season. The controversial buildup may have concluded his uneven Mets stint.
Jason Bay Made Over $80 Million in the Majors, but Enjoys His ‘Mundane’ Post-Baseball Life
Jason Bay had some great MLB years and pocketed plenty of money in a fairly short career. Where is the All-Star outfielder now?
The New York Mets Just Took a Massive Stance Against Donald Trump
While the New York Mets just got back on the field, they just did something significant off it. They took a huge stance against Donald Trump.
Why Is Jessica Mendoza Still Calling MLB Games?
Former softball star and ESPN commentator Jessica Mendoza is a controversial figure among baseball fans. Why does Mendoza still call games?
Alex Rodriguez’s Interest in the Mets Is Already Complicating His ESPN Sunday Night Baseball Gig
While Alex Rodriguez hasn’t bought the New York Mets yet, his potential interest is causing conflicts with his ESPN broadcasting gig.
New York Mets Yoenis Cespedes Returns from Wild Boar Incident and Makes Opening-Day History
New York Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes has been absent from MLB for two years following surgery and a confrontation with a wild boar. In his first game back in the lineup, he made history.
A Look Back on When Two-Time MLB All-Star Vince Coleman Threw a Lit Firecracker Near a Group of Fans at Dodger Stadium
A look back on when two-time MLB All-Star threw a lit firecracker into a group of fans outside Dodger Stadium in July 1993.
What Pitcher Had the Lowest Win Totals in His Cy Young Season?
The Cy Young Award usually goes to baseball’s best pitchers. What pitcher had the lowest win total in his Cy Young season?
Jacob deGrom’s Cy Young Crown Could Be Taken by 1 Pitcher That Has Barely Made $1 Million
Mets pitcher Jacob deGrom has won two straight NL Cy Young Awards. However, he could lose his crown to a pitcher that has barely been paid.
Alex Rodriguez’s Word Games Don’t Fool His Critics
Alex Rodriguez’s take on upcoming labor negotiations doesn’t sit well with the MLB players’ union.
Revisiting Daniel Murphy’s Paternity-Related Feud With Boomer Esiason and Mike Francesa
Mets second baseman Daniel Murphy missed time in 2014 when he went on paternity leave. Mike Francesa and the New York media weren’t pleased.
Gil Hodges’ Sudden Death Changed New York Baseball Forever
New York Mets manager Gil Hodges tragically died days before the 1972 season began. His death had a major impact on baseball’s future.
Bobby Bonilla Will Earn More on July 1 Than Patrick Mahomes Will in Base Salary All Season
July 1 is Bobby Bonilla Day. The former Met will bank over $1 million today, which is more than Patrick Mahomes is due in 2020 base salary.
What is Bobby Bonilla’s Net Worth?
A look at the career and net worth of former MLB All-Star Bobby Bonilla, who still receives a $1.19 million check from the Mets every July 1.
How Did Nolan Ryan Never Win a Cy Young Award?
A look back on the career of Nolan Ryan, who somehow never won a Cy Young Award despite holding numerous MLB pitching records.
Lenny Dykstra Is Now Claiming Ron Darling Faked His Cancer
Former New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Lenny Dykstra now claims Ron Darling has faked his cancer.
Dwight Gooden Held a Loaded Gun to His Head a Day After Being Suspended From Baseball
Former New York Mets and Yankees pitcher Dwight Gooden held a loaded gun to his head one day after being suspended from baseball.
Dwight Gooden Threw His No-Hitter When His Dad Was Hospitalized Awaiting Open-Heart Surgery
Former New York Yankees and Mets pitcher Dwight Gooden threw his no-hitter when his father was in a hospital awaiting open-heart surgery.
Lenny Dykstra Blasts Dale Murphy After Murphy’s Son Was Shot in the Eye During Protest
Lenny Dykstra blasts former teammate Dale Murphy after Murphy’s son was shot in the eye during a recent protest.
Tom Seaver Gets Dementia Diagnosis But Will Always Be ‘Heart and Soul of the Mets’
Despite his dementia diagnosis, Tom Seaver is beloved by the Mets faithful and represents more than pitching for the storied franchise.
Lenny Dykstra Has Really Hit Rock Bottom Now
Lenny Dykstra’s bid to sue ex-New York Mets teammate Ron Darling has failed because the judge thinks what Darling wrote was probably true.
Pitcher Reveals the Real Reason Tim Tebow Plays Pro Baseball
The New York Mets have been criticized repeatedly for signing former college and NFL quarterback Tim Tebow.
Before Colin Kaepernick, It Was Carlos Delgado Who Protested an American Anthem
Over a decade before Colin Kaepernick knelt for the anthem, Blue Jays star Carlos Delgado did something similar. This is Delgado’s story.
Tim McGraw’s Dad, Tug, Was One Heck of an MLB Pitcher and Quite the Character
Country singer Tim McGraw’s father, Tug, was one heck of a Major League Baseball pitcher and he was also quite the character.
Lenny Dykstra Went From a Baseball Star to a Bankrupt Drug User
Lenny Dykstra’s life after baseball has been anything but stable. So what exactly happened to this former World Series winner?
Noah Syndergaard’s Landlord Throws a Brushback Pitch at the New York Mets Hurler
New York Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard has been taken to court by his landlord in a dispute over his pricey Tribeca apartment.
New York Mets Manager Luis Rojas Hounded Players When He Was 7 Years Old
Luis Rojas grew up around baseball, so being just 38 years old doesn’t mean
Trot Nixon Went From Yankees-Red Sox Brawls To High School Football Commentator
Trot Nixon was a Boston Red Sox fan favorite in his playing days. Nixon eventually left the diamond to cover high school football.
Bartolo ‘Big Sexy’ Colon Earned $117 Million in the Majors and Wants to Pitch Again
Bartolo Colon debuted in the 1990s and, if Big Sexy has the opportunity, he wants to pitch in the 2020s. Does Colon have a realistic chance?
Bartolo Colon’s Tough Childhood Set the Stage for His $117 Million Major League Baseball Career
While we now know him as ‘Big Sexy,’ Bartolo Colon grew up working with his father in the Dominican Republic. That labor, however, set the stage for his MLB career.
After Todd Zeile Earned $40 Million in the Majors, He Went Into Business With Charlie Sheen
Former Mets third baseman Todd Zeile had an underrated MLB career. Zeile later joined the TV industry and partnered with actor Charlie Sheen.
Mike Piazza’s $120 Million Baseball Career Started With a Favor from Tommy Lasorda
If not for a favor from Tommy Lasorda, Mike Piazza’s Hall of Fame baseball career might not have ever gotten off the ground.
Mike Piazza Used His $70 Million Net Worth to Buy an Italian Soccer Team but Drove It Into Bankruptcy
During his time in Major League Baseball, Mike Piazza earned millions. His stint as an Italian soccer owner, however, was much less successful.
What Happened to Former MLB All-Star Darryl Strawberry?
Darryl Strawberry played 17 seasons in the MLB and a lot of success early on in his career. He would go on to win four titles.
Alex Rodriguez Buying the Mets Would Set an Embarrassing Precedent for Major League Baseball
Former Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez reportedly wants to buy the New York Mets. Major League Baseball cannot let that happen.