Author: Johnluke Chaparro

Darin Ruf Out With Wrist Soreness, Talks About Struggles

Add another notch to the story of Darin Ruf and the New York Mets. Mets manager Buck Showalter stated that the designated hitter received an injection in his right wrist, and will more than likely need at least two to three days before he can begin any hitting activity. When asked about the wrist, Ruf stated to reporters that this was something he’d like to take care of at the current...

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Kodai Senga Impresses In First Live Session

A few days ago, newly signed pitcher Kodai Senga threw a 52-pitch bullpen session that could be regarded as someone who is just getting used to the intricacies of the major league ball and mound. The session did not particularly inspire hope right off the bat but did have some bright spots, which included hitting 96mph on the radar gun. Mike Puma of the New York Post notes that Senga himself is...

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Morning Briefing: Angels Sign Matt Moore

Good morning, Mets fans! The Angels have signed free agent left-hander Matt Moore, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported. The 33-year-old was surprisingly effective in his 74 innings with the Rangers last year, posting a 1.95 ERA. Moore was a potential option for the Mets to target, but they ended up acquiring plenty of reinforcements elsewhere to amend their rotation. Now onto the morning...

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Morning Briefing: Progress In Keith Hernandez Contract Talks With SNY

Good morning, Mets fans! Mike Puma of the New York Post reports that the television home of the Mets, SNY, and Keith Hernandez have made progress on talks and are not far apart on a multi-year deal. Puma reports that while the sides are close, there’s still a lot of work to be done before a deal is signed. Now onto the morning briefing! Latest Mets News Steve Cohen and the New York Mets...

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Morning Briefing: Kodai Senga Had ‘Iffy’ Physical Before Correa Saga

Good morning, Mets fans! Jon Heyman of the New York Post writes in his MLB notes piece that Mets pitcher Kodai Senga had a bit more wear and tear on his arm and that the physical was OK’d before numbers for a contract were being thrown around. Heyman also states that folks in the know say that Japanese pitchers show more mileage on their arm due to them throwing more innings at earlier...

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