Author: Chris Bello

Bullpen Roundup: Non-Tendered Players the Mets Should Pursue

Major League Baseball’s non-tender deadline officially ended at 8 p.m. Eastern November 22, sending notable players to free agency prior to the 2025 season. From a pitching standpoint, many bullpen arms were let go, some with success in 2024 and others with success in recent seasons. Below are the non-tendered bullpen arms highlighted that could help the Mets in 2025. Click here to read...

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Mets Showing Interest in Garrett Crochet

The White Sox struggled immensely last season They had the lowest win percentage (41-121) in major league history, and were one loss away from tying the 1962 Mets for the lowest win total ever. But, despite the historically bad season, the White Sox had one bright spot. Converted starter Garrett Crochet. The left-hander was fast-tracked to the majors in 2020 as a 21-year-old and put up dominant...

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Option Roundup: Cole Opts Out, Rizzo Becomes Free Agent

Players and their agents around Major League Baseball were busy Saturday. With the World Series ending on Wednesday, Oct. 30, every player had until November 5 to decide on their options on their contract. Remain with their former team, or hit the free agent market. The headliner, and least shocking decision, came from Yankees ace Gerrit Cole. The right-hander opted out of the remaining four...

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Mets Storylines For The Remainder Of The NLCS

The Mets took the field Friday with their backs against the wall. Sound familiar? Well, it should, as this team has faced adversity and walked on the edge since the start of September. They survived the second-half surge of the Diamondbacks, the terrifying doubleheader in Atlanta, and a ninth inning in Game 3 where they trailed 2-0 facing Devin Williams. It’s been unlikely win after...

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Winker to DH in Game 6, Senga Available Out of Bullpen

With the Mets’ magic still alive and well, Carlos Mendoza addressed the media before Game 6 of the National League Championship Series. It came after the Mets’ optional practice at Dodger Stadium today, where it wasn’t required of players to come due to their quick turnaround on the West Coast. The biggest news addressed pertained to the lineup and bullpen heading into Game 6....

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