Mike Phillips

Joined: Mar 5, 2025

Mike Phillips is a contributor to the Mets On SI site. Mike has been covering the Mets since 2011 for various websites, including Metstradamus and Kiners Korner. Mike has a Masters Degree from Iona University in Sports Communications and Media and also has experience covering the NFL and college basketball on FanSided. Mike also hosts his own New York sports based podcast. You can follow Mike on Twitter/X and Instagram: @MPhillips331.

Mar 7, 2026; Jupiter, Florida, USA; New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga (34) pitches in the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

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Francisco Lindor made his Grapefruit League debut on Sunday, a positive step in his return from hamate bone surgery ahead of Opening Day.

Jul 9, 2022; New York City, New York, USA; Former New York Mets first baseman Keith Hernandez at the ceremony for his jersey retirement at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets are planning a special celebration to honor the 40th anniversary of their 1986 World Series championship team in August.

Mar 10, 2026; Houston, TX, United States; United States starting pitcher Nolan McLean (26) pitches against Italy in the first inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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Nolan McLean's Team USA debut at the World Baseball Classic was a mixed bag, as he dominated in the first inning and struggled after that.

Feb 17, 2026; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets infielder Francisco Lindor (12) speaks to bench coach Kai Correa (not pictured) during spring training at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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The Mets remain optimistic that Francisco Lindor will be ready for Opening Day, but want him to get into some game action before the end of spring training.

Feb 13, 2026; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga (34) plays catch during spring training at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Kodai Senga looked sharp in his first spring training start, throwing 50 pitches and averaging nearly 97 mph on his fastball.

Feb 17, 2026; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets infielder Jacob Reimer (98) throws the ball during the New York Mets spring training workouts at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets announced their player pool for the Spring Breakout game, and plenty of their top prospects will be participating.

Sep 25, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New York Mets pitcher Nolan McLean (26) throws the ball against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Mets' starter Nolan McLean will be late reporting to Team USA in the World Baseball Classic due to vertigo-like symptoms.

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Ron Darling believes the Mets should stop catering to Kodai Senga and go to a five-man rotation this season if everyone is healthy.

Feb 17, 2026; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets infielder Francisco Lindor (12) speaks to bench coach Kai Correa (50) during spring training at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Francisco Lindor had the stitches removed from his hamate bone surgery this morning, which leaves him potentially days away from resuming baseball activities.

Sep 20, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Michael Conforto (23) reacts after scoring a run during the third inning against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Michael Conforto, who spent the first seven years of his career with the New York Mets, has landed with the Chicago Cubs for the 2026 season.

Sep 23, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Tobias Myers (36) throws a pitch during the seventh inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images

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Tobias Myers is stretching out as a starter for the Mets in spring training, but Carlos Mendoza revealed he would begin in the bullpen if the team has a healthy camp.

Sep 28, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Sean Manaea (59) pitches against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Sean Manaea had a rough 2025 season, but thinks a key mechanical change can help him recapture his dominant 2024 form.

Mike Phillips

Joined: Mar 5, 2025

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