George Caratzas

An aspiring sportswriter, George Caratzas' life is centered around the diamond. Based in the New York metro area, he covers the New York Mets for Just Baseball, with both live coverage from Citi Field, and analysis-centered feature work. As a junior in college, he is also pursuing a journalism degree at Stony Brook Univesity.

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 21: Bo Bichette #19 of the New York Mets poses for a photo during an introductory press conference after signing a contract with the New York Mets at Citi Field on January 21, 2026 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images)

Top Five Mets Spring Training Storylines To Watch

Freddy Peralta Is the Ace That the Mets Desperately Needed

Freddy Peralta Is the Ace That the Mets Desperately Needed

ATLANTA, GA - AUGUST 18: Luis Robert Jr. #88 of the Chicago White Sox rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the fourth inning during the game between the Chicago White Sox and the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on Monday, August 18, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Cole Carter/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

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Mets Acquire Luis Robert Jr. in Trade With White Sox

TORONTO, ON - AUGUST 25: Bo Bichette #11 of the Toronto Blue Jays throws to first after tagging out Trevor Larnach #9 of the Minnesota Twins at second in the eighth inning during the game between the Minnesota Twins and the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on Monday, August 25, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Thomas Skrlj/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

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Mets Respond to Kyle Tucker Deal, Sign Bo Bichette

The New York Mets Still Have Work To Do in Fixing the Bullpen

The New York Mets Still Have Work To Do in Fixing the Bullpen

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 25: Jeff McNeil #1 of the New York Mets celebrates after a double hitter in the fourth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field on August 25, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Kent J. Edwards/Getty Images)

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Mets Continue to Break up Core, Send Jeff McNeil to Athletics

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 24: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park on September 24, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)

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Phillies Get Their Guy: Kyle Schwarber Re-Signs For 5 Years

Brandon Nimmo of the New York Mets up to bat against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field.

Breaking Down the Brandon Nimmo for Marcus Semien Trade

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 25: Jeff McNeil #1 of the New York Mets celebrates after a double hitter in the fourth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field on August 25, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Kent J. Edwards/Getty Images)

Jeff McNeil Is Still the Mets' Best Option in Center Field

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 12: Jacob deGrom #48 of the Texas Rangers pitches during the second inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field on September 12, 2025 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images)

Clubhouse Notes

Mets Notebook: Tong vs deGrom, Streaky Offense, Playoff Hopes

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 28: Mark Vientos #27 of the New York Mets runs the baseline after hitting an RBI double in the second inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on March 28, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Maria Lysaker/Getty Images)

Mark Vientos Has Gotten Hot at the Right Time for the Mets

New York Mets top prospect Brandon Sproat during a spring training workout in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

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What Will Brandon Sproat Bring to the Mets Youth-Filled Rotation?

Mets Notebook: Sloppy Defense and Surging Offense

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Mets Notebook: Sloppy Defense and Surging Offense

ATLANTA, GA - JULY 12: Jonah Tong #16 of the New York Mets pitches during the 2025 MLB All-Star Futures Game at Truist Park on Saturday, July 12, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

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Mets Top Prospect Jonah Tong Gets the Call to Queens

Mets Notebook: Ryan Helsley’s debut, Alonso waking up, Peterson

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Mets Notebook: Ryan Helsley's debut, Alonso waking up, Peterson

Mets Cap off Busy 2025 Trade Deadline By Landing Cedric Mullins

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Mets Cap off Busy 2025 Trade Deadline By Landing Cedric Mullins

Mets create monster bullpen with additions of Helsley, Rogers

Mets create monster bullpen with additions of Helsley, Rogers

Ronny Mauricio Has Been the Mets’ Greatest Surprise as of Late

Ronny Mauricio Has Been the Mets' Greatest Surprise as of Late

Mets Pick Up Gregory Soto in Swap with Orioles

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Mets Pick Up Gregory Soto in Swap with Orioles

Carlos Mendoza of the New York Mets congratulates Harrison Bader of the New York Mets on a two run home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the sixth inning at Citi Field.

How the Mets Should Approach the 2025 Trade Deadline

David Peterson #23 of the New York Mets pitches in the second inning during a game against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.

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Mets Notebook: Soto's baserunning, Peterson, winning with small ball

NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 21: Sean Manaea #59 of the New York Mets pitches during the game between the Baltimore Orioles and the New York Mets at Citi Field

There is Help on the Way for the New York Mets

HOUSTON, TX - MARCH 27: Juan Soto #22 of the New York Mets reacts after reaching first base in the eighth inning during the game between the New York Mets and the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on Thursday, March 27, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kevin M. Cox/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

The Time Is Now for Juan Soto to Carry the Mets

Francisco Alvarez of the New York Mets looks on prior to a spring training game between the Miami Marlins and the New York Mets at Roger Dean Stadium.

What Francisco Alvarez's Demotion Means Going Forward