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Life without Pete Alonso has become a reality for the New York Mets. ESPN's Jeff Passan first announced on Wednesday that Alonso has agreed to a five-year, $155 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 10

Mets’ Ron Darling drops ‘flabbergasted’ reaction to Pete Alonso signing

The New York Mets entered the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings hoping to stabilize their roster, yet the week has brought a jarring twist as they react to former slugger Pete Alonso inking a five-year deal with the Baltimore Orioles.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / NBC Sports / October 20

Watch: Shohei Ohtani's Game 4 turnout was 'remarkable' - Ron Darling | Dan Patrick Show

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MLB News / EssentiallySports / October 4

MLB NLDS Announcer Ron Darling Faces Heat For Alleged Brewers Hate Despite Cubs’ Disastrous Meltdown: ‘Super Sad’

The Cubs entered the NLDS series riding the momentum of a tense wild-card battle against the Padres. The Brewers had been waiting patiently after securing the NL’s top seed.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12

Mets’ NL Wild Card situation gets MLB Network reaction

The New York Mets have gone 3-7 across their last 10 games and just endured four straight road losses to the Philadelphia Phillies. As a result, they own a slim 1.5 game lead for the final National League Wild Card spot.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 20

Ron Darling compares Nolan McLean to legendary Mets pitcher

First impressions are important, especially when it comes to big league debuts. New York Mets’ prospect Nolan McLean made a strong one on Saturday, and one team legend made a glowing comparison.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Mets Legend Sends Clear Message After Shocking Pirates Series

Chances are that, at some point growing up, an authority figure taught you, "If you have nothing nice to say, then don't say it." Longtime MLB pitcher and New York Mets announcer Ron Darling was more than happy to invoke that philosophy on Sunday afternoon.

New York Mets News / The Spun / March 27

'I've Never Seen That!' - Keith Hernandez Doesn't Hold Back On MLB Umpire

Another MLB season means another six months of Keith Hernandez musings. The former New York Mets first baseman forms one of baseball's most popular broadcasting crews, calling Mets games alongside play-by-play announcer Gary Cohen and fellow 1986 World Series champion Ron Darling on SNY.

New York Mets News / A to Z Sports / March 25

Keith Hernandez gets candid on his future in the broadcast booth and reveals how much longer he plans to call Mets games for SNY

The SNY broadcast booth, known as GKR among New York Mets fans, is arguably the most popular broadcast booth in baseball. Play-by-play man Gary Cohen, along with 1986 Mets legends Keith Hernandez and Ron Darling, are entering their 20th year in the booth in 2025.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 18

Mets legend Ron Darling predicts a breakout 2025 season for Pete Alonso

When the New York Mets and Pete Alonso finally agreed on a two-year, $54 million deal, their lineup was solidified as one of the best in all of baseball.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / November 3, 2024

Ron Darling Makes Controversial Statement On Juan Soto

New York Mets broadcaster Ron Darling was not keen on the team going all-out for New York Yankees Right Fielder Juan Soto. Soto is set to become a free agent, and there will be a bidding war for the 26-year-old’s services.

New York Mets News / Mets360.com / August 16, 2024

Gary Cohen and Ron Darling finally join Mets360 in criticizing modern SP usage

During Thursday’s game, Steve Gelbs mentioned an article that was posted on ESPN.com by Jesse Rogers, in which it was stated that MLB was considering a radical rule change, one which would require starting pitchers to go six innings.

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New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 15, 2024

Mets announcer Ron Darling earns fans’ respect after calling out pitcher’s behavior

New York Mets announcer Ron Darling couldn’t stomach what he saw from Oakland Athletics pitcher Joey Estes in the two teams’ latest meeting, and he called out the opposing pitcher for his poor sportsmanship on live television.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 25, 2024

Mets World Series Winner Addresses Team’s Pressing Trade Deadline Needs

Longtime New York Mets pitcher and current SNY analyst Ron Darling joined Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman on the New York Post’s “The Show” this week to discuss what the Mets must address before the July 30 trade deadline.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 17, 2024

Mets' Beloved Broadcast Trio Receives Prestigious Honor

It goes without saying that the New York Mets have one of the best broadcast teams in sports. The beloved trio of Gary Cohen, Ron Darling, and Keith Hernandez have anchored the Mets' broadcasts on SNY since 2006, and have consistently been rated among the best broadcast teams in the sport.