Mets and Giants receive failing grades in ESPN's MLB midseason report
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 1:14 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
ESPN's recent midseason report card assesses every MLB team after 90 games. The New York Mets and San Francisco Giants received failing grades, with the Mets struggling due to managerial changes and injuries, while the Giants faced organizational controversies and disappointing acquisitions. Other teams narrowly avoided failing marks, including the Orioles, Royals, Angels, and Blue Jays, all with lackluster performances. As the season progresses, teams still have time to improve ahead of the trade deadline and return of injured players.
- •Mets and Giants the only teams to receive F grades from ESPN
- •Mets cite turmoil and injuries as season challenges
- •Giants criticized for offseason acquisitions and management decisions
- •Other struggling teams include Orioles, Royals, Angels, and Blue Jays
- •Teams have time to improve before the trade deadline
- 1:14 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN gives failing grades to two MLB teams at season's halfway point
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