TENSION IN QUEENS: Talks hit a wall as Richardson and the Mets fail to find common ground, the deal that once felt inevitable now slipping into uncertainty, front-office optimism turning into late-night frustration, and as whispers spread through the league, one of baseball’s most promising partnerships might be heading for a sudden split…ll

The Mets and Antoan Richardson were reportedly unable to reach a deal on a new contract, and the first base coach is now expected to depart the club.

🚨QUEENS SHAKE-UP: Mets Overhaul Coaching Staff and Roster Before the New Season, Big Names Out, New Faces In, and the Clubhouse Energy Just Flipped..ll

The Mets have made their first player move of the offseason, signing left-handed reliever Joe Jacques to a minor league deal that includes an invitation to big league spring training.

Mets’ Luisangel Acuña shows off slick defense in center field as trade rumors swirl

The Mets had Luisangel Acuña play an inning in the outfield in Tuesday’s loss to the Padres, and the young utility player made a dazzling catch.

How Mets’ bullpen shapes up after landing LHP Gregory Soto from Orioles

Here’s how things could look in the Mets’ bullpen after acquiring left-hander Gregory Soto in a deal with the Orioles.

Mets’ Paul Blackburn tosses five strong innings during Triple-A rehab appearance

Mets right-hander Paul Blackburn continued his rehab assignment on Tuesday in Triple-A.

Pete Alonso on potential free agency, staying with Mets long-term: ‘It would be really special’

With another free agency period looming, Pete Alonso was asked by reporters Monday during All-Star festivities in Atlanta if he hopes to stay with the Mets long-term.

Mets’ Edwin Diaz delivers two clutch innings to close out Royals, put bow on All-Star first half

In likely his final appearance before the All-Star break, Edwin Diaz gave the Mets two innings to close out the Royals on Saturday.

Can the team that just exploited a Mets’ weakness help them fix it?

The Orioles’ win over the Mets in Game 1 of Thursday’s doubleheader exposed New York’s bullpen weakness but could help solve that issue in the coming weeks.

Mets excited by ‘really good’ reports on Brooks Raley’s rehab outings

Brooks Raley has looked sharp in his minor league rehab assignment, and the Mets are extremely pleased with the veteran reliever’s progress this summer.

Mets at Orioles: 5 things to watch and series predictions | July 8-10

Here are five things to watch and predictions as the Mets and Orioles play a three-game series in Baltimore.