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New York Mets 2026: struggles, Soto shines, Weaver trade

Overview

The Mets have remained mired near the bottom of the NL East, slipping to a 40‑57 record after a 6‑1 loss to Philadelphia on July 17. Earlier in the season the club wrestled with a spate of injuries – Juan Soto played through foot, wrist and elbow issues in May, shortstop Jorge Polanco battled Achilles bursitis and a wrist contusion, and left‑hander Clay Holmes suffered a tibia fracture that sidelined him for six‑8 weeks. Soto has continued to be the team’s bright spot, posting a .290/.405/.967 line in the first half and becoming the youngest player ever to appear in an All‑Star Game with four different clubs on July 16. He also led the Mets’ offensive resurgence, delivering a grand‑slam in a 10‑1 sweep of Miami on May 31 and a go‑ahead three‑run homer in a 5‑4 win over St. Louis on June 11. His leadership and on‑base skills have kept the Mets in the conversation despite a 38‑54 record by early July. The bullpen has been a strength, with Luke Weaver posting sub‑2.00 ERAs (2.03 on July 20, 1.89 by early August) and a 20‑inning scoreless streak. As the trade deadline approached, Weaver emerged as the Mets’ top trade chip, eventually being dealt to Pittsburgh on August 8 for prospect Sammy Stafura and cash. Meanwhile, the club has explored other moves, adding right‑hander Matt Seelinger and promoting prospect Zach Thornton after Holmes’ injury. Off the field, Soto publicly opposed MLB’s proposed salary‑cap plan in early June, aligning with the players’ union. The Mets have also leaned on emerging contributors such as catcher Luis Torrens and veteran catcher Carson Benge, while Polanco’s rehab has been intermittent, with the infielder reactivated on July 7 after a three‑month IL stint.

Entities

Pittsburgh Pirates · New York Mets · Luke Weaver · Sammy Stafura · Clay Holmes

Timeline

6 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Luke Weaver moves to Pittsburgh Pirates after Mets trade
Luke Weaver, a 1.84 ERA reliever for the Mets, was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates for prospect Sammy Stafura, after expressing a strong wish to stay with New York.
15 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Luke Weaver draws trade interest as Mets weigh deadline move
Mets right‑hander Luke Weaver, posting a 1.88 ERA, is attracting trade interest from teams like the Brewers and Pirates as the July deadline approaches.
25 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Phillies target Mets reliever Luke Weaver to shore up bullpen
The Phillies, dealing with Brad Keller’s season‑ending UCL injury, are targeting Mets reliever Luke Weaver, who boasts a 2.03 ERA, to bolster their bullpen before the trade deadline.
29 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Juan Soto Becomes Youngest Player to Reach All-Star Game with Four Different Teams
Juan Soto, 27, became the youngest MLB player to reach the All‑Star Game with four clubs and posted a .405 OBP and .967 OPS in the 2026 season.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 6 sources
Juan Soto recalls Yankees ALCS heroics as fans reminisce
Juan Soto’s viral photo and recollection of his 2024 ALCS homer revive Yankees fans’ nostalgia despite his move to the Mets.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Juan Soto Targeted by New York Mets in Free‑Agency Pursuit
The Mets publicly courted free‑agent Juan Soto on TikTok, while Soto predicted teammate Francisco Lindor will make next year's All‑Star Game and denied past friction.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
New York Mets view reliever Luke Weaver as top trade chip
The Mets may trade reliever Luke Weaver, seen as a top asset, while a FanDuel Predicts promo offers a $25 bonus for betting on the Mets‑Red Sox game.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Juan Soto shines as Mets endure one of MLB's worst seasons
Juan Soto shines with a .299 average, leading NL in OBP, SLG and OPS, while the Mets slump to a 38‑54 record and fire manager Carlos Mendoza.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Jorge Polanco Reactivated by New York Mets
The New York Mets restored Jorge Polanco from the injured list after almost three months and optioned Ronny Mauricio to Triple‑A; the move also added Matt Seelinger and designated two pitchers for assignment.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 11 sources
Juan Soto powers New York Mets to 7-6 extra‑inning win over Atlanta Braves
Juan Soto’s three‑run homer and Luis Torrens’ double gave the bottom‑ranked Mets a 7‑6 extra‑inning win over the Braves; Soto remains the team’s standout amid a disappointing season.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 15 sources
Phillies edge Mets 5-4 as Schwarber smashes 30th homer
Phillies beat the Mets 5-4 at Citi Field as Kyle Schwarber hit his 30th homer, the fastest in franchise history, to clinch the series.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Juan Soto's back issue sidelines Mets star, returns after two games
Juan Soto missed two Mets games with back pain, returned Thursday, while the team weighs his injury’s impact on the season.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Philadelphia Phillies' Recent Wins Fuel Hall of Fame Talk for Harper and Schwarber
Phillies’ series wins highlighted Harper’s cycle and Schwarber’s three homers, prompting a fan poll that 52% see both as future Hall of Famers.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 16 sources
Phillies' Schwarber and Harper power 15-3 rout of Mets
Phillies beat the Mets 15‑3 as Kyle Schwarber hit three homers (two in one inning) and Bryce Harper recorded his first career cycle, a combination seen only once before in MLB.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
New York Mets contend with Polanco injury while bullpen excels
The Mets report infielder Jorge Polanco’s recovery from Achilles bursitis remains uncertain, while their bullpen, led by Luke Weaver’s 20‑inning scoreless run, boasts a 3.33 ERA and may become a key trade asset
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 20 sources
Bryce Harper’s cycle powers Phillies past Mets in June 2026 series
Phillies beat Mets in June 2026 series as Kyle Schwarber hit two homers in an inning and Bryce Harper completed a five‑inning cycle, while earlier Mets win featured Juan Soto’s two homers and Marcus Semien’s go
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 10 sources
Juan Soto’s go‑ahead homer lifts Mets past Cardinals 5‑4
Juan Soto’s seventh‑inning homer gave the Mets a 5‑4 win over the Cardinals, ending a two‑game slide as they head into a series vs. the Braves.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Mets stave off sweep as Juan Soto hits go-ahead homer against Cardinals
Juan Soto's go‑ahead homer gave the Mets a 5‑4 win over the Cardinals, averting a sweep and keeping their wild‑card hopes alive despite starter Christian Scott's struggles.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
New York Mets pause Jorge Polanco’s rehab and spark first‑base competition
The Mets stopped Jorge Polanco’s rehab due to ankle soreness and opened first‑base competition, with Mark Vientos now having to earn playing time against returning rookie Jared Young.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Mets rely on Juan Soto's leadership and Luis Torrens' unexpected power to chase playoffs
The Mets count on Juan Soto’s on‑field performance and off‑field leadership, and catcher Luis Torrens’s surprise power surge, as they chase a playoff spot despite a 27‑35 record.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Mets star Juan Soto opposes MLB salary‑cap proposal
MLB’s proposed $245 M salary‑cap ceiling faces player opposition; Juan Soto calls it “ridiculous,” warning of a potentially prolonged labor dispute.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Juan Soto rejects MLB’s proposed salary cap, backing players union
Mets star Juan Soto opposes MLB’s first‑ever salary‑cap proposal, saying baseball thrives and backing the players union as talks continue before the 2026 CBA expires.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 29 sources
Mets complete sweep of Marlins as Juan Soto hits grand slam
Juan Soto’s grand slam lifts the Mets to a 10‑1 win, completing a sweep of the Marlins and extending the Mets’ winning streak to four games.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Mets infielder Jorge Polanco's Achilles rehab progresses, no rush to return
Mets infielder Jorge Polanco homered in his second rehab game and said he’s not rushing back from an Achilles injury, aiming to return only when fully healthy.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 12 sources
New York Mets face Marlins without Juan Soto as offense stalls
The Mets fell 2-1 to the Marlins and will play Sunday without Juan Soto, who was scratched due to illness, as they try to avoid a sweep.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Mets' Clay Holmes Fractures Tibia, Out 6‑8 Weeks, Possible Late‑Season Return
Clay Holmes fractures tibia from 111‑mph comebacker, out 6‑8 weeks; Mets eye late‑season return and promote Zach Thornton.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Mets shortstop Jorge Polanco faces season‑long Achilles bursitis
Mets' Jorge Polanco will likely miss most of the season due to left Achilles bursitis and a wrist injury.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 8 sources
Mets star Juan Soto stays in lineup despite injuries, affirms $765 million contract decision
Juan Soto will keep playing for the Mets despite foot, wrist and elbow issues, and says he has no regrets about his $765 million deal.

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