Mets News & Buzz: Francisco Lindor opens up about WBC fiasco; Why David Stearns refused to trade Jonah Tong, more

Morning Briefing: Jonah Tong Likely to Start 2026 in Triple-A

Good morning, Mets fans! Per Jon Heyman of the New York Post, Mets pitcher Jonah Tong is likely to begin the season in Triple-A. Tong, still just 22, recorded a 7.71 ERA in five big league starts last year, but has been brilliant when pitching in the minor leagues. The Mets still have high hopes for Tong, which is why they withheld him from trade talks with the Brewers for Freddy Peralta, according to Heyman. But after acquiring Peralta and havi…

Mets News & Buzz: Francisco Lindor opens up about WBC fiasco; Why David Stearns refused to trade Jonah Tong, more

Jul 13, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) is greeted in the dugout after hitting a three run home run in the eighth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports New York Mets star Francisco Lindor addressed Puerto Rican fans after missing the World Baseball Classic (WBC) due to insurance constraints. Meanwhile, Jonah Tong remains a building bloc…