Talkin’ Mets: Hope in Gotham?
I’m joined by Mark Healey of Gotham Baseball. We talk about the positive signs with the Mets in the second half, bullpenning, the starting rotation, David Wright and the upcoming GM search. [iframe]<iframe...
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Talkin’ Mets: Weighing In On Wright and Alonso
Today I discuss the looming decision facing the Mets with the activation of David Wright. Hear my thoughts on how this isn’t simply about nostalgia but more about business and clubhouse culture. I also dive into Peter Alonso non-promotion and tell you why it’s not a big deal nor a hindrance to his development. [iframe]<iframe...
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Zamora Sliding His Way To Success
As the Mets season began to spiral out of control, the Mets front office initiated a youth movement of the bullpen. Last season’s trades of Addison Reed, Jay Bruce, Neil Walker, Lucas Duda, and Curtis Granderson brought a plethora of arms, all of which were relievers. Many of those young bullpen pieces have been showcased this season with successes and failures. Yet, Daniel Zamora, a lefty...
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Is Rosario Hitting Better Because He’s Batting Leadoff?
Amed Rosario is scorching hot. Entering Tuesday, since August 10th, Rosario had hit .307/.342/.467, looking more and more like the top-100 prospect he was proclaimed to be in the minor leagues. All of that production has come while Rosario has hit in the lead-off spot – something of note as Callaway has said publicly that he likes Rosario’s approach in the leadoff spot. But is...
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How Strong is Pete Alonso’s Case for a Promotion?
New York Mets first base prospect Peter Alonso has certainly made his case to be brought up to the big leagues, but the question is is he fully ready? Taking a look at his offensive success thus far in 2018, Alonso has batted .277/.394/.558 in 430 at bats between Binghamton and Las Vegas. In looking at his time in both levels separately, his numbers are practically identical which is a good sign...
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