Author: Former Writer

Where Does T.J. Rivera Fit In With The Mets?

With the news that second baseman Neil Walker has accepted his $17.2 million dollar qualifying offer, the New York Mets now find themselves with incredible depth in their infield. The player who is most impacted by the return of Walker, is utility infielder T.J. Rivera. Rivera did not disappoint in his time in New York last season, hitting to a .333/.345/.476 batting line with three homers and...

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MMO Free Agent Profile: Mark Melancon, RP

Mark Melancon Position: Relief Pitcher Bats: Right – Throws: Right Born: March 28, 1985 (Age 37) As many teams look to build a shutdown bullpen, there are not too many better choices on the open market this offseason than Melancon. The New York Mets are said to be looking for bullpen help this offseason, especially with new uncertainties surrounding closer, Jeurys Familia. Melancon is coming off...

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MMO Free Agent Profile: Jose Bautista, OF

Jose Bautista Position: OF Bats: Right – Throws: Right Born: October 19, 1980 (Age 36) Without any doubt, Bautista is one of the premier free agents on the market this offseason. A power right-handed hitting outfielder that the Mets will take a hard look at if Yoenis Cespedes signs elsewhere. Although he is surely on the decline in his career, at the age of 36, Bautista has still shown to be one...

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Talkin’ Mets: Matt Ehalt on Walker, Cespedes and Bruce vs. Granderson

Today I am joined by Matt Ehalt of the The Record to discuss the latest hot stove news with the New York Mets. Hear us talk about why letting Bartolo Colon go was the right thing to do, the Yoenis Cespedes market and whether Neil Walker will accept the Qualifying Offer. We also talk about the Mets lack of right-handed components in the lineup and how this isn’t an easy fix. Jay Bruce or Curtis...

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2016 Mets Report Card: Steven Matz, SP

STEVEN MATZ, LHP Player Data: Age: 25, Bats: Right, Throws: Left, Free Agency: 2022 2016 Primary Stats: 9-8, 3.40 ERA, 22 GS, 132.1 IP, 129 K, 31 BB, 1.209 WHIP 2016 Player Review: An eligible rookie heading into the 2016 season, Steven Matz got off to a horrid start to say the least. His first start of the season lasted only 1.2 innings and he allowed seven earned runs on six hits. One scout...

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