Author: Josh Finkelstein

Morning Briefing: Mets Intrigued by the Long Ball

Good morning Mets fans! The Hot Stove was surprisingly busy on Saturday and hopefully the Mets will join in on the action soon! Latest Mets News  Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports that the Mets are one of four teams interested in Evan Longoria. James Wagner of the New York Times talked to Juan Lagares about his altered swing. Latest MLB News The New York Yankees re-signed C.C. Sabathia...

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Morning Briefing: Mets Make Their First Move

Good morning Mets fans! Today is the Rule 5 Draft and the last day of the Winter Meetings. Latest Mets News  The Mets signed reliever Anthony Swarzak to a two-year, $14 million contract yesterday. The Mets also met with Jay Bruce yesterday and while they did not make any formal offer, Mike Puma of the New York Post reports that they remain very interested in a reunion. Joel Sherman of the New...

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Orioles Have Several Offers on Table For Machado

According to journalist Dan Clark, the Orioles have several offers on the table for star third baseman Manny Machado. The teams include are the New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago White Sox, San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals. Machado is entering his walk year and can become a free agent after the 2018 season. Original report – Dec. 12 Buster Olney of ESPN reports...

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Marlins Trade Marcell Ozuna to St. Louis

The Miami Marlins have continued their salary dump and they have sent Marcell Ozuna to the St. Louis Cardinals as Craig Mish of Sirius XM first reported. Ozuna is entering his second year of arbitration and is likely to see a substantial increase after hitting .312/.376/.548 with 37 home runs and 124 RBI on his way to his second career All-Star Game appearance. Ozuna transitioned to left field...

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Could Mike Napoli Be A Fit For The Mets?

Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports that Mickey Callaway has been checking in with first baseman Mike Napoli about his possible interest in playing in New York. The 36-year-old played for the Cleveland Indians in 2016 when Callaway was on the staff and the two have clearly maintained a strong relationship given these discussions are reportedly occurring. The Mets have been looking this...

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