Moving along with MMO’s preseason ranking of positional groups around the National League East is the designated hitter. Since the DH became a universal permanent fixture in 2022, some teams have thrived with the role while others are still figuring it out. Right now, the NL East is home to some of the best power-hitting teams in baseball, making it one of the most exciting divisions to...
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Jeff Passan of ESPN reported Monday that the Kansas City Royals and star shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. are in agreement on an 11-year, $288.7 million extension. The deal, which includes opt-outs after the seventh, eighth, ninth and tenth years, is the largest contract in franchise history. Witt’s contract also includes a club option after the eleventh year that would add on an additional three...
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The New York Mets announced Thursday that they’ve invited 10 players to major league spring training camp. Top Prospects Jett Williams, INF (No. 45 MLB 2024 Prospect List) Drew Gilbert, OF (No. 53 MLB 2024 Prospect List) Christian Scott, RHP (No. 99 ESPN’s 2024 Prospect List) Kevin Parada, C Minor League Arms Dominic Hamel, RHP Mike Vasil, RHP Nate Lavender, LHP Eric Orze, RHP...
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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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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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