Every single action has a consequence and the New York Mets’ lack of action at the 2022 trade deadline ultimately cost them. They can’t afford to repeat that mistake in 2023. And, yes, spring training isn’t even here yet so talking about the trade deadline may seem a bit premature. But you can never be too prepared. You shouldn’t but, in case you do need reminding, the...
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Tommy Pham is now a member of the New York Mets having signed a one-year, $6 million deal. What are realistic expectations for the veteran outfielder in 2023? The Mets turned to Pham in order to add some much-needed outfield depth. They missed out on Andrew McCutchen, Adam Duvall and Trey Mancini, who all signed elsewhere, and Pham will now be deployed as a fourth outfielder. Consider the...
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There’s been a boatload of talk about Brett Baty’s potential role with the New York Mets in 2023. That picture is now starting to get a little clearer as we edge closer to the start of spring training. Ranked as the No. 2 overall prospect in the Mets farm system by Baseball America, Baty earned his first big leagues call-up last summer. He made an instant impression after hitting a...
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The trigger has been pulled on a significant trade in MLB today with the Minnesota Twins acquiring starting pitcher Pablo López from the Miami Marlins. The deal was first reported by Ken Rosenthal and Dan Hayes of The Athletic. Later confirmed by Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Marlins received All-Star second baseman Luis Arraez as the cornerstone (and only) piece of the return package. Craig Mish of...
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Perspective is everything. And, when it comes to breaking down and assessing the offseason for the New York Mets, perspective is indeed important. Memories can be very short in sports but that shouldn’t be the case with the Mets, despite the disappointing ending to the Carlos Correa saga. Owner Steve Cohen didn’t win that particular battle, but this off-season should still be viewed...
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