Author: James Villani

Report: Phillies To Sign Reliever David Robertson

Former New York Mets right-handed reliever David Robertson is set to sign with the Philadelphia Phillies according to Ken Rosenthal of the Athletic. The deal is pending a physical. The Phillies are reportedly giving Robertson $16 million for the remainder of the season. Importantly, that $16 million is being prorated over the remainder of the season. Robertson remained unsigned throughout the...

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Pete Alonso Dealing With A Right Hand Contusion

When the New York Mets released their lineup for Sunday’s finale at Citi Field against the Cincinnati Reds, there was a notable admission. First baseman Pete Alonso was missing from the lineup card, for the first time this season. Prior to the game, manager Carlos Mendoza spoke to the media and confirmed Alonso is being listed as, “day-to-day,” due to a right hand contusion. He...

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Ronny Mauricio’s Struggles Key In Mets’ Loss To Reds

It has not been an easy couple years for infielder Ronny Mauricio. After tearing his ACL in December of 2023, Mauricio endured a long rehab that resulted in him finally being able to return to action this season. Despite dominating at the Triple-A level prior to his return to the big leagues, his play with the Mets thus far has left a lot to be desired. Those struggles flashed in a couple...

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Mets Minors Recap: Sproat Extends Earned Runless Streak To 24 Innings

Both Francisco Alvarez and Brandon Sproat stayed hot on Saturday. Alvarez, after hitting his 10th Triple-A homer of the season, walked twice in the second game of Triple-A Syracuse’s “doubleheader.” Meanwhile, Sproat increased his streak of not allowed an earned run to 24 innings. Triple-A  Game 1: Syracuse Mets (45-48) 16, Norfolk Tides (36-53) 7 Box Score C Francisco Alvarez:...

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MMO MLB Draft Thread, 6:00 P.M.

Sunday, July 13, 2024 • 6:00 pm ET Atlanta, GA ESPN • MLB Network The 2025 edition of the MLB June Amateur Draft is upon us. Day one of the draft is Sunday night, beginning at 6:00 pm ET. This is comprised of the first 105 picks of the first three rounds, compensatory rounds, competitive balance rounds, and prospect promotion incentive selections. Note, the first 43 selections will be live,...

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