Author: Johnluke Chaparro

Morning Briefing: Luis Severino Says Goodbye to Mets, Joins A’s

Good morning, Mets fans! Former Mets pitcher Luis Severino has agreed to a three-year contract with the A’s, as reported by ESPN’s Jeff Passan on Thursday. The deal, valued at $67 million, marks the largest financial commitment in the franchise’s history. Yahoo Sports’ Russell Dorsey, who also reported the agreement alongside Passan, revealed that the contract includes a $10...

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Morning Briefing: Multiple Garrett Crochet Suitors Emerge

Good morning, Mets fans! The Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers are leading the race for Chicago White Sox ace Garrett Crochet. Baltimore, armed with a top-tier farm system, is seen as a strong contender, while Boston and the Dodgers also eye the All-Star lefty to bolster their rotations. Crochet’s breakout 2024 season, featuring 209 strikeouts in 146 innings, has made him...

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Morning Briefing: Lindor Named NL MVP Runner-Up

Good morning, Mets fans! Francisco Lindor was officially named the runner-up to Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, who was a unanimous winner after taking home all 30 first place votes, in the race for National League MVP. The Mets shortstop received 23 second place and seven third place votes. Lindor has finished inside the top-10 in MVP voting over each of the past three seasons. The Mets...

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Free Agent Profile: Christian Walker, 1B

Christian Walker, 1B Position: 1B B/T: R/R Age: 33 (03/28/1991) 2024 Traditional Stats: 552 PA, .251/.335/.468/.803, 120 H, 26 HR, 84 RBI 2024 Advanced Stats: 119 WRC+, 24.1% SO%, 10.0% BB%, .287 BABIP, .354 xwOBA, 3.0 fWAR, 13 OAA Rundown The Mets may not see first base as their top priority, but with Pete Alonso testing the free agent market, they need a contingency plan. Whether Alonso...

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Morning Briefing: Jett Williams Suffers Injury in AFL Finale

Good morning, Mets fans. Mets prospect Jett Williams left Thursday’s final regular season Arizona Fall League game after colliding with the outfield fence, suffering a right ankle sprain. The severity is still unclear, but team officials are hopeful it’s a minor issue as they look toward the offseason. Williams and walked to the dugout independently, although with a noticeable limp. David...

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