While the Mets own the No. 6 pick in Thursday’s Rule 5 Draft, it’s nearly impossible to predict how the annual event will shake out. We previewed the draft (with rules and procedures) in more detail earlier in the month, but this article will take a closer look at the players the Mets should have their eyes on. The following list is comprised of players who could adequately fill roles that need...
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According to Newsday’s Marc Carig on Monday, the Mets view veteran right-hander Tommy Hunter as a prime relief target. In November, MLB Trade Rumors predicted that Hunter’s contract would likely fall in the two years, $12 million range. Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports echoed the report later in the day. After signing a minor league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays in February, Hunter proved...
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Major League Baseball’s annual Rule 5 Draft, held on the last day of the Winter Meetings, confuses many, displaces some and pleases few. Below is a primer on the draft and how it affects the Mets this year. HOW DOES THE DRAFT WORK? Named for its place in the Official Professional Baseball Rules Book, the draft was created to prevent teams from stockpiling young talent in their minor league...
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Jason Bere Current Role: Unassigned Age: May 26, 1971 (46) MLB Coaching Experience: Cleveland Indians bullpen coach (2015-17) With the news that ex-Indians bullpen coach Jason Bere is likely to interview with the Mets for their vacant pitching coach position, it’s time to analyze who he is, what his background is and what he could potentially bring to the organization. A former top...
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J.D. Martinez Position: Right fielder Bats: Right – Throws: Right Born: Aug.21, 1987 (Age 30) Traditional Stats: 85 R, 131 H, 26 2B, 3 3B, 45 HR, 104 RBI, 4 SB, 0 CS, .303/.376/.690 Advanced Stats: 4.2 bWAR, 3.8 fWAR, 166 OPS+, 166 wRC+ Fielding Stats: RF (-5 DRS, -7.7 UZR) Sometimes, one mid-season trade can completely change the course of a team’s campaign. As Mets fans saw firsthand...
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