Starling Marte: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 23

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MLB News / Field Level Media / April 23

Starling Marte helps Mets rally past Phillies, cap 7-0 homestand

Starling Marte hit the walk-off RBI single with two outs in the 10th inning, helping the New York Mets complete a perfect homestand with a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday afternoon.

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 21

Mets standout laments current role with team

New York Mets veteran Starling Marte has only received 38 at-bats to this point in the 2025 season, as he is currently sharing platoon DH duties with Jesse Winker and typically only earning the start against left-handed pitchers.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Mets’ $78 Million All-Star Sends Clear Message Amid Reduced Playing Time

Veteran New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte always knew his role would look different this year, especially after the team tried trading him over the offseason.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 13

Mets' Starling Marte getting in on MLB's latest craze

The New York Mets haven't been a very active participant in the torpedo bat craze that is sweeping across Major League Baseball. While shortstop Francisco

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 6

Mets veteran listed a potential 'best trade' chip

It's no secret that the New York Mets were actively looking to trade veteran outfielder Starling Marte during this past offseason, as a way to offload his contract to free up more cap space to sign other players.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / March 27

Mets announce Opening Day Lineup

Starling Marte gets the start at DH The New York Mets announced their lineup for Opening Day against the Houston Astros. With left-hander Framber Valdez on the mound for the Astros, the Mets went with their most right-handed lineup.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 24

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 21

Mets veteran returns to outfield for first time in spring training

Veteran New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte is set to play in the outfield for the first time in Grapefruit League action on Friday. Amidst injuries to the Mets outfield corps, Marte's return to defensive duties provides additional flexibility and coverage for the roster in the regular season.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / March 13

Starling Marte’s role is diminished going into 2025

The former All-Star is in his final year and is quickly being sidelined by offseason acquisitions. In the offseason before the 2022 season the Mets signed Starling Marte to a four year contract, locking up right field for the foreseeable future.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 10

New York Mets' veteran bat to make Grapefruit League debut amid knee issue

As the New York Mets continue to be plagued with injuries this spring, they're now expected to have one of their key veteran players make his spring training debut.

MLB News / Royals Review / March 6

Royals interested in Mets outfielder Starling Marte, per report

The Royals made an effort to acquire the 36-year-old. The Royals have been searching under every rock to acquire an outfielder this off-season but to no success.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 4

Mets, Royals discussed Starling Marte earlier this offseason

The Royals showed interest in Starling Marte earlier in the offseason, per Joel Sherman of the New York Post. Those talks obviously didn’t produce a deal, but Sherman adds that Kansas City hasn’t completely closed the door on the possibility.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / February 27

New York Mets Share Frustrating Update After All-Star’s Knee Injury

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte could have used the spring as an audition for other teams. Instead, the two-time All-Star remains out with lingering right knee soreness.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / February 26

Mets Eye Smooth Return for Outfielder as Grapefruit League Action Continues

New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza announced Wednesday that outfielder Starling Marte will begin taking live batting practice in early March. However, Marte doesn’t yet have a target date for his Grapefruit League debut, according to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / February 21

Are these 2 teams Starling Marte's most likely trade destinations?

Despite the New York Mets' attempts to trade him earlier this offseason, veteran outfielder Starling Marte is still with the team as spring training kicks into gear.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 16

Starling Marte discusses trade talks, bench role

Reports surfaced back in December that the Mets were looking into the possibility of a Starling Marte trade, and were willing to eat some of Marte’s $19.5MM salary.

MLB News / Empire Sports Media / January 18

Mets explored trading $19 million infielder to Royals for relief pitcher

The Mets have been exploring ways to reshape their roster ahead of the 2025 season, and one of the names at the center of trade discussions is veteran outfielder Starling Marte.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / January 17

Mets struggling to dump $19 million outfielder

The Mets are facing a familiar crossroads as they attempt to rework their roster for 2025, and part of that process includes finding a new home for veteran outfielder Starling Marte.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 17

Will Mets trade Starling Marte in 2025?

New York Mets fans are bracing themselves for an emotional end to the offseason. First baseman slugger and National League Wild Card Series hero Pete Alonso is expected to sign elsewhere in free agency.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11

Insiders reveal how far Mets are willing to go to facilitate Starling Marte trade

The Mets are open to paying down part of Starling Marte’s contract to facilitate a trade.

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New York Mets News / Yardbarker / October 14

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 1

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New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / July 17

Two former Mets could be viable trade targets amid Starling Marte injury news

Now that the New York Mets will be without star outfielder Starling Marte for what could be a lengthy period of time due to a bone bruise in his right knee, the franchise may want to explore bringing back one of their former players on a rental to spell for him.

New York Mets News / Larry Brown Sports / June 9