Good Morning. Happy Birthday Ryan Thompson and Carlos Baerga. Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz opt out, 8 other Mets become free agents and Luis Moreno struggles in Winter Ball.
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Lots of Mets Roster related news yesterday.
First, the Mets posted that the following players declared Free Agency:
LF Starling Marte, CF Cedric Mullins, RHP Tyler Rogers, RHP Griffin Canning, RHP Ryan Helsley, LF Jesse Winker, LHP Gregory Soto and RHP Ryne Stanek.
NY Post: Edwin Diaz opts out of rest of $102 million contract as Mets face free agency question. "The closer opted out of the two years and $28 million left on his contract with the Mets on Monday, The Post’s Mike Puma reported, sending him back to the open market as one of the top free agent relief arms. Díaz had signed a five-year, $102 million contract with the Mets after the 2022 campaign, which included an opt-out after this year."
Diaz, who turns 32 in March, can easily get at least an extra year in Free Agency and likely more dollars per year.
Jon Heyman on X reported that Pete Alonso has also opted out.
MLB Trade Rumors: Pete Alonso Opts Out Of Mets Contract. "He declines a $24MM player option and heads back to free agency...The five-time All-Star should be better positioned this time around. He’s coming off a .272/.347/.524 showing with 38 home runs and an NL-leading 41 doubles across 709 plate appearances....Last winter also saw his market dragged down by the qualifying offer."
NY Post: Juan Soto named NL MVP finalist after first Mets season. "Juan Soto was announced as a National League MVP finalist on Monday, alongside heavy favorite and Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani and Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber. Soto, in his first season with the Mets after signing a 15-year, $765 million contract, hit .263 with a .921 OPS and career-highs of 43 home runs and 38 steals."
As we had yesterday the Baseball Hall Of Fame announced 8 candidates to be eligible to be elected as part of the Contemporary Baseball Era Committee.
Howie Rose makes a good point.
Hard to argue with anyone on the ballot, but I sure wish there was room for Keith Hernandez. https://t.co/PSEIEOJ7ju
— Howie Rose (@HowieRose) November 3, 2025
A.J. Minter will exercise his player option of $11 million with the Mets for 2026
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) November 3, 2025
He will look to rejoin New York's bullpen at some point in the early stages of next season pic.twitter.com/nUoJ4Obts1
On BNNY, @DanGraca, @john_jastremski, @DPLennon and @sal_licata discuss Edwin Díaz and Pete Alonso opting out of the remainder of their contracts, which player is more important to bring back and what the alternatives could look like for the Mets:
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) November 4, 2025
➡️ Tri-State @Cadillac pic.twitter.com/mt7wDgIhWA
On BNNY, @DanGraca, @john_jastremski, @DPLennon and @sal_licata "turn two" with free agent options at their respective contract projections
— SNY (@SNYtv) November 4, 2025
➡️ Tri-State @Cadillac pic.twitter.com/NC7PzgQwGW
On @EvanandTikiWFAN, @EvanRobertsWFAN and @TikiBarber discuss why they think the Dodgers winning the World Series is good for baseball: pic.twitter.com/hXed6hQry4
— SNY (@SNYtv) November 4, 2025
Mets.com:
Soto an NL MVP finalist after strong first season with Mets
Díaz opts out of Mets deal, becomes free agent (source)
Mets closing in on hiring Willard as pitching coach (source)
Delgado, Kent on HOF's Contemporary Era Committee ballot
Your guide to a Mets offseason full of intrigue
Troy Snitker set to join Mets as hitting coach (source)
Metsmerized:
Juan Soto Named NL MVP Finalist
2025 Report Card: Gregory Soto, LHP
Player Options: Minter Staying; Suarez and Bellinger Become Free Agents
Alonso Opts Out, Joins Díaz in Free Agency
Three Former Mets On Contemporary HOF Ballot
Free Agent Profile: Bo Bichette, SS
Morabito Cracks First AFL Homer
Amazing Avenue:
- Three former Mets appear on Hall of Fame Contemporary Baseball Era Committee ballot
- AJ Minter opts in, will remain a Met in 2026
- Edwin Díaz officially opts out of contract
- Justin Willard emerges as front-runner for Mets’ pitching coach position
Mets360:
One pick per person: Naming the 1969 Mets
Sean Manaea and Kodai Senga should be depth starters for the 2026 Mets
Mack's Mets:
Tom Brennan - My Top 30 Mets Prospects: # 21 Thru 25
HOT STOVE - YESTERDAY'S TRANSACTIONS
Mets Minor League 2025-26 Free Agent eligibles
IN FOCUS - Michael King, Tom Tango, Sean Manaea, Kodai Senga, 2026 WS Odds, Scott Boras Clients, Babe Ruth, Francisco Lindor
ANGRY MIKE: 2025 PROSPECT REPORT: ELIAN PENA
Paul Articulates – The need for speed
Reese Kaplan -- Mets Hot Stove Season Opening Day
No games yesterday in the AFL. They return to action today with Scottsdale playing at 3:30. You can follow along here at MetsNewsLinks.com.
Only one game last night, in the Dominican:
Gigantes del Cibao 8 Estrellas de Oriente 6 (Box Score)
Luis Moreno (L, 0-1) 1 inning; 4 runs; 3 ERs; 2 hits; 2 walks; 2 Ks;
Minor League Pitcher Jefry Yan, signed by the Mets in August 2025 but did not appear due to injury, 1 inning; no runs; 2 Ks;
Mets RHP Prospect Luis Moreno Ks 2 in the 1st tonight but also gives up a 3-run homer. He has allowed 7 runs in 2.1 innings this Winter in 2 outings. #Mets #LGM #MetsTwitter @ernestdove @FarmToFlushing @bkfan09 @WexlerRules @ImAriBeRKO @draftniks @TheBaseballHut @bronxfanatic… pic.twitter.com/pqNijQHoUC
— Mets News and Links (@JohnFromAlbany) November 3, 2025
After hitting the 1st batter in the 2nd, Luis Moreno's night is done, 1 inning, 3 runs, 2 ER, 2 hits, 1 HR, 2 walks, 2 Ks, 1 HBP, 33 pitches, 17 strikes. He's responsible for the runner at 1B. #Mets #LGM #MetsTwitter @ernestdove @FarmToFlushing @bkfan09 @WexlerRules @ImAriBeRKO… pic.twitter.com/dP75JGv8RI
— Mets News and Links (@JohnFromAlbany) November 3, 2025
For the complete Mets Minor League statistics click here.
AP Sports:
Thairo Estrada’s $7 million option for 2026 declined by Rockies
Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge going for consecutive MVP awards
Reds hire Harris and Haselman to coaching staff, promote Napoli after Mills retirement
Blue Jays’ John Schneider named finalist for AL Manager of the Year
Left-hander Dietrich Enns stays with Orioles for 1-year deal worth $2,625,000
Atlanta Braves hire Walt Weiss as their manager to succeed Brian Snitker
Atlanta Braves promote bench coach Walt Weiss to manager
Woodruff declines option with Brewers, who exercise option on Peralta, decline option on Jansen
Rogers: Average audience of 10.9 million tuned in for Game 7 of World Series
7 moments that made Dodgers-Blue Jays a World Series for the ages
MLB.com:
Here are the finalists for MVP, Cy Young, Rookie and Manager of the Year Awards
Dodgers bask in glory with parade -- with focus already on the next
Who will receive -- and accept -- a qualifying offer?
Bellinger opts out, but 'absolutely' open to a return to the Bronx
Braves name Walt Weiss new manager
How nasty is Yamamoto? Sasaki wanted to know -- and found out
Bregman, Bellinger highlight players making contract option decisions
Hall of Fame unveils 8-player Contemporary Baseball Era Committee ballot
9 first-timers highlight 2025 Gold Glove winners
O'Neill opts in, will remain with O's in '26, '27 (source)
All of the 2025-2026 free agents, position by position
Díaz opts out of Mets deal, becomes free agent (source)
Kim becomes free agent after declining 2026 option
Marlins name Gabe Kapler GM among front office moves
MLB Trade Rumors:
Braves Name Walt Weiss New Manager
Royals’ Alec Marsh Undergoes Labrum Surgery
Rays Hire Ozzie Timmons As Assistant Hitting Coach
Astros, Peter Lambert Agree To Minor League Deal
Reds Bench Coach Brad Mills Retires
Offseason Outlook: Los Angeles Dodgers
Giants Decline Club Option On Tom Murphy
Orioles, Dietrich Enns Agree To New Deal
Rockies Turn Down Mutual Option With Thairo Estrada; Estrada Remains On Roster
BBWAA Announces 2025 Awards Finalists
Astros Receive PPI Pick For Hunter Brown’s Top Three Cy Young Finish
Hall Of Fame Announces Eight Names On Era Committee Ballot
Cody Ponce Has Drawn Interest From MLB Teams
Brewers Exercise Option On Freddy Peralta; Brandon Woodruff Declines Option
Rockies Have Spoken With Adam Ottavino About Top Front Office Job
ESPN:
From Kyle Schwarber to Alex Bregman: Best fits for top free agents
Way-too-early 2026 MLB Power Rankings: Are the Dodgers or Blue Jays No. 1?
Braves promote bench coach Weiss to manager
Ohtani, Judge up for consecutive MVP awards
Bregman, Bellinger, Diaz opt for MLB free agency
Dodgers prance through parade, ponder three-peat
Conte, architect of BALCO scandal, dies at 75
Delgado, Kent, Sheffield, Valenzuela to Hall ballot
Marlins name Kapler GM amid front office moves
Dodgers-Jays Game 7 most viewed since 2017
🏆A Will Smith wins WS for sixth straight year
CBS Sports:
Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge, Paul Skenes, more named finalists for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year awards
Victor Conte, founder of BALCO group and key figure in Barry Bonds steroids scandal, dies at 75
MLB manager tracker: Braves promote Walt Weiss, only Padres, Rockies jobs remain open
Braves name Walt Weiss as new manager: Atlanta bench coach promoted to top dugout job
Predicting the Contemporary Era Hall of Fame ballot voting for Barry Bonds, Fernando Valenzuela and more
Alex Bregman, Cody Bellinger, Pete Alonso, more players hit MLB free agency after opting out of contracts
Reliever Adam Ottavino reportedly talking to Rockies about head of baseball operations position
Gabe Kapler named GM of Marlins: Former MLB player, manager promoted to run front office under Peter Bendix
The Dodgers become a dynasty: With three titles in six years, L.A.'s big payroll is money well spent
FanGraphs:
Effectively Wild Episode 2396: Best. Postseason. Ever?
Who Started It?
Election Season: Bonds and Clemens Lead the Contemporary Baseball Ballot
FanGraphs Weekly Mailbag: November 3, 2025
Born on this date:
- Dick Selma (1943)
- Ryan Thompson (1967)
- Carlos Baerga (1968)
- Carlos Mendoza (1974)
- Cam Opp (1995)
Transactions:
New York Mets traded Roger Craig to the St. Louis Cardinals for George Altman and Bill Wakefield on November 4, 1963.
New York Mets released Jack Aker on November 4, 1974.
Garry Templeton granted free agency on November 4, 1991.
New York Mets claimed Blas Minor on waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates on November 4, 1994.
San Diego Padres signed Chris Jones of the New York Mets as a free agent on November 4, 1996.
Kansas City Royals claimed Joaquin Arias of the New York Mets on waivers on November 4, 2010.
Jeremy Hefner granted free agency on November 4, 2014.
New York Mets signed free agent Jose Peraza of the Boston Red Sox on November 4, 2020.
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1963 |
The Cardinals trade outfielder
George Altman and pitcher Bill Wakefield to the Mets for veteran right-hander
Roger Craig. Next season, the hard-luck hurler, who has lost 20 games the
last two years, will win Game 4 of the Fall Classic, beating the Yankees, for
the World Champion Redbirds. |
|
2004 |
The Mets introduced Willie
Randolph as the franchise's 18th manager. The long-time Yankee second baseman
and third base coach becomes the first black to manage in New York. |
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2013 |
The Mets and Clear Channel Media
and Entertainment announce the launch of a five-year multimedia marketing
partnership. WOR (710 AM) will become the team's flagship radio station,
replacing WFAN (660 AM), which will now be broadcasting Yankee games after
carrying the Amazins' for the past 26 years. |
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