Month: January 2024

Morning Briefing: Justin Turner Expected to Make Decision Soon

Good morning, Mets fans! Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported Monday that Justin Turner is expected to make his free agent decision soon. Morosi notes the Mets, Red Sox, Blue Jays, and Cubs as possibilities for the 39-year-old since they are in the market for a corner infielder. Latest Mets News Gilbert Gómez led Tigres del Licey to the LIDOM championship this winter, becoming the youngest skipper...

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Mariners Acquire Jorge Polanco From Twins

Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reported on Monday night that the Seattle Mariners and the Minnesota Twins are in agreement on a deal that would send Jorge Polanco to the Mariners. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported that the Twins will receive four players in return, two major leaguers and two minor leaguers. Dan Hayes of The Athletic cleared up some of the details as he reported that reliever...

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Mets 2024 Positional Outlook: First Base

This past offseason has been well, slow. Big names remain on the market, and with spring training right around the corner, it’s anybody’s guess who will sign where. However, it’s as good a time as ever to take stock of who the Mets have, rather than who they don’t. It’s hard to forget about Kodai Senga’s electric rookie season or what Francisco Álvarez might...

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2024 NL East Position Rankings: Second Base Edition

The National League East features a solid batch of second basemen. They collectively hold several accolades, including seven All-Star selections, three league batting titles (two of which were Major League batting titles), and five Silver Slugger awards. Jeff McNeil, second baseman for the New York Mets, is one of those players who has accomplished plenty in his six-year career. 2023 was not...

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Free Agent Profile: Phil Maton, RP

Phil Maton Position: RP B/T: R/R Age: 30 (03/25/1993) 2023 Traditional Stats: 68 G (1 SV), 66 IP, 3.00 ERA, 1.121 WHIP, 4-3, 74 SO, 25 BB 2023 Advanced Stats: 141 ERA+, 27.0% SO%, 9.1% BB%, 3.14 xERA, 3.74 FIP, 4.24 xFIP, 0.6 fWAR, 1.1 bWAR Rundown Phil Maton began his career as a member of the San Diego Padres but faced constant promotion and demotion. He was an effective middle relief option...

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