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March 21, 2026

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The Mets fell short against the Cardinals today, losing 4-3 despite a solid showing from Carson Benge, who continues to impress this spring, raising questions about his role as the team solidifies its roster ahead of Opening Day. With just three Grapefruit League games left, the urgency is palpable as players jostle for positions, especially with Freddy Peralta set to take the mound on March 26 against Pirates' ace Paul Skenes. The Mets' lineup showcased some intriguing talent, including a solid performance from Tobias Myers, who struck out MLB Pipeline’s No. 5 prospect, JJ Wetherholt. Meanwhile, discussions around the top 50 prospects highlight the promising arms that could bolster the bullpen this season. As the competition heats up, fans are eager to see who will make the final cut.

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Mets vs. Cardinals: Spring training lineup, broadcast info, and open thread, 3/20/26

Mets vs. Cardinals: Spring training lineup, broadcast info, and open thread, 3/20/26

Mets Lineup Tobias Myers – RHP Cardinals Lineup Andre Pallante – RHP Broadcast info First pitch: 1:10 PM EDTTV: MLBN (out-of-market only), SNY, ESPN UnlimitedRadio: Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880AM

Mets Madness: First Round

Mets Madness: First Round

For a detailed explanation/FAQ regarding this tournament, click here. QUADRANT 1 1986 (1) vs 1962 (16)G1: 5-3, ’86G2: 8-2, ’62G3: 6-2, ’86G4: 12-3, ’86Series MVP: Ray Knight I know what you’re thinking: How did 1962, the team with the second-most losses in the modern era, possibly steal a game from 1986? It seems like a […]

Mets Top 50 Prospects for 2026: 20-16 Features High-Upside Bullpen Arms

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Mets Top 50 Prospects for 2026: 20-16 Features High-Upside Bullpen Arms

To kick off our rankings of the Top 50 Mets prospects for 2026, we first took a look at a few arms who could potentially help the Mets this season in the 50-46 range, and then the 45-41 group was heavily mostly on young talent from the Dominican Summer League. The 40-36 contingent highlighted right-handed pitchers as well as […] The post Mets Top 50 Prospects for 2026: 20-16 Features High-Upside Bullpen Arms appeared first on Metsmerized Online.

Carson Benge Continues Strong Spring as Mets Lose to Cardinals

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Carson Benge Continues Strong Spring as Mets Lose to Cardinals

Carson Benge and the New York Mets (12-10-2) lost to the St. Louis Cardinals (15-9) by a score of 4-3 in Grapefruit League action from Clover Park in Port St. Lucie. Tobias Myers began the afternoon by striking out JJ Wetherholt, MLB Pipeline’s No. 5 prospect in baseball. Despite allowing a home run to the […] The post Carson Benge Continues Strong Spring as Mets Lose to Cardinals appeared first on Metsmerized Online.

Benge, Kimbrel headline Mets' roster questions as spring winds down

Benge, Kimbrel headline Mets' roster questions as spring winds down

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- Three Grapefruit League games remain for the Mets, plus an intrasquad scrimmage on Monday. Before breaking camp, most regulars are scheduled to play in three of the four.

Pirates-Mets Opening Day starters: Skenes vs. Peralta

Pirates-Mets Opening Day starters: Skenes vs. Peralta

In what should be one of the most electric Opening Day pitching matchups around the league, reigning National League Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes of the Pirates will oppose another Top 5 finisher in Freddy Peralta of the Mets on March 26 at Citi Field. “He’s the man,” Peralta