Author: Johnluke Chaparro

2023 Mets Report Card: José Quintana, SP

José Quintana, SP Player Data: 34 (01/24/1989), B/T: R/L Traditional Stats: 13 GS, 3-6, 75 2/3 IP, 3.57 ERA, 1.308 WHIP, 60 SO, 24 BB, 5 HR Advanced Stats: 119 ERA+, 3.52 FIP, 18.8 SO%, 7.5 BB%, .307 BABIP, 1.6 bWAR 2023 Salary: $13 million Grade B+ 2023 Review Known for his ability to eat innings and maintain his durability, José Quintana signed a two-year, $26 million contract with the Mets in...

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Getting To Know New Mets Manager Carlos Mendoza

Yesterday, the New York Mets made the decision to hire Carlos Mendoza as the team’s 24th manager in franchise history, as reported by numerous outlets. Mendoza replaces Buck Showalter, who was let go by incoming president of baseball operations David Stearns, after two seasons at the helm. This hiring makes Mendoza the second full-time, Venezuelan-born manager in MLB history—the first...

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Morning Briefing: Counsell Will Stay With Brewers If They Match Top Offer

Good morning, Mets fans! According to the Journal Sentinel, should the Milwaukee Brewers decide to equal the highest offer for manager Craig Counsell receives in free agency, it is highly probable that they will keep him as their manager. However, if they opt not to match the offer, which is expected to come from the New York Mets, Counsell will most likely manage a different team in 2024. The...

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Morning Briefing: Diamondback Defeat Rangers, Tie Series Up

Good morning, Mets fans! After dropping game one of the World Series in walk-off fashion, the resilient Diamondbacks managed to secure a commanding 9-1 victory in Game 2 against the Texas Rangers Saturday night. This thanks to seven strong innings pitched by starter Merrill Kelly and an impressive 16-hit performance from their lineup. Arizona’s win ties this best-of-seven series at one...

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Morning Briefing: Mets Were Unsuccessful in Efforts to Trade Daniel Vogelbach

Good morning, Mets fans! The Astros wasted no time in Game 4 of the American League Championship Series, striking early to force the Rangers to replace starting pitcher Andrew Heaney after just one inning. Their offensive onslaught continued, with a resurgent José Abreu launching a game-changing three-run home run in the fourth inning, followed by Chas McCormick’s two-run homer in the...

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