Author: Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY

The Mets were lauded after hiring Jared Porter as their next GM, only to find out he’s not the person they thought they hired.

MLB plans to keep the seven-inning doubleheader and runner on second base in extra innings, but the DH and expanded playoff format still unresolved.

Spring training starts soon with the pandemic still ravaging, but MLB players are optimistic they can handle it after going through it last year.

There was a record turnout by the Players Alliance on the second-to-final stop in Phoenix where MLB players handed out supplies to those in need.

MLB issued a memo to clubs, which was obtained by USA TODAY Sports, that could allow fans in the stands perhaps as early as spring training.

Francisco Lindor was on full display for all of New York to see Monday at his introductory press conference with Mets. He is made for New York.

Fernando Tatis and the Padres have not yet started extension talks. But they could heat up as soon as spring training

Atlanta still is the team to beat in the NL East, and the NL pennant still runs through L.A., but Mets are now part of the discussion after the trade.

The New York Mets have agreed in principal on a trade to acquire All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor from Cleveland.

Seventy days have passed since the start of free agency, and only 32 players have signed major-league contracts. What’s taking so long?