Month: January 2019

MLB News: Castellanos Wants Trade Out of Detroit

It’s no secret that the Detroit Tigers are rebuilding, and right fielder Nicholas Castellanos wants no part of it. David Meter, Castellanos’ agent, told Anthony Fenech of the Detroit Free Press that his client wishes to be traded before spring training starts. Fenech reported back in December that the Mets and Tigers had discussions about Castellanos, though the Mets felt the price...

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Todd Frazier Welcomes New Role With Open Arms

In an interview with Matt Ehalt of The Record, New York Mets third baseman Todd Frazier spoke in depth regarding his role in 2019, his feelings on the Jed Lowrie signing, and his high expectations for this year’s ball club. After experiencing somewhat of a down year (.213/.303/.390, 18 homers, 59 RBI, 95 OPS+ rating in 472 plate appearances) while dealing with hamstring and rib cage muscle...

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Morning Briefing: MLB Proposes Return To A 15-Day Disabled List

Good morning Mets fans! Did you miss the 15-day disabled list? Apparently MLB has and is seeking a return to the 15 days in place of the current 10 days according to The Associated Press. In addition MLB is looking to increase the duration that an optioned player must spend in the minors. These potential moves are said to be sought out to reduce the use of relievers and increase the amount of...

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Mets Brass Discusses Reluctance to Go After Harper or Machado

In a series of excerpts released by Tim Britton of The Athletic on Thursday afternoon, New York Mets chief operating officer Jeff Wilpon and general manager Brodie Van Wagenen gave some insight as to the organization’s stance on two of the more prominent free agents to hit the market in some time — Bryce Harper and Manny Machado. When asked of the frequency of the team’s...

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MLB News: A.J. Pollock Signing With Dodgers

According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Los Angeles Dodgers are signing center fielder A.J. Pollock. Buster Olney of ESPN reports that Pollock has passed his physical, and the deal is for four years, $55 million with a fifth year player option for $10 million with a $5 million buyout. Pollock could also earn an opt-out after the third year according to Olney. Pollock, 31, hit...

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