When we look back on the 2016 season, one player we won’t soon forget is right-handed reliever Addison Reed. Only just turning 28 three days ago, Reed was one of the top setup men in all of baseball last season and he delivered one of the best seasons for a reliever in Mets franchise history. Reed’s 1.97 ERA ranked tenth in the majors for relievers and was the tenth best for a single...
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On December 8, 1977, the Mets were one of four teams involved in one of the most complex deals in the history of baseball. This was it : — The Mets sent John Milner to the Pittsburgh Pirates. — The Atlanta Braves sent Willie Montanez to the New York Mets. — The Texas Rangers sent Adrian Devine, Tommy Boggs, and Eddie Miller to the Atlanta Braves. — The Texas Rangers...
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Join former Mets pitcher and current SNY analyst Nelson Figueroa for his annual charity bowling event at Lucky Strike in Manhattan on January 16. Enjoy an evening of bowling and mingling with Figgy and guests to help raise funds for Chai Lifeline (ChaiLifeline.org). In addition to a fun night of bowling, there will be a cash bar, photos and autographs opportunities, and even a Chinese Auction!...
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Chris Cannizzaro, an original member of the 1962 New York Mets, passed away at the age of 78, the San Diego Padres announced on Friday. Cannizzaro was suffering from lung cancer and lost his battle on Thursday. A defensive minded catcher, Cannizzaro was selected from the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1961 expansion draft and played in 59 games for the 1962 Mets team, batting .241 in 156 plate...
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New York Mets starter Steven Matz was at his alma mater Ward Melville High School in East Setauket, New York today. He was hosting a “Meet the Matz” all-day baseball clinic. During the clinic, Matz told Jamie Stuart of Newsday, that his goal for the 2017 season was to make 30 starts. He recently resumed throwing and is expected to be ready by spring training. “I feel on track....
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