According to Jerry Crasnick on Twitter, former Mets shortstop Ruben Tejada has signed a Minor League deal with the New York Yankees. He has also been invited to big league spring training camp. After helping get the New York Mets to the 2015 NLDS until his leg was broken by Chase Utley, Tejada spent 2016 with the Cardinals and Giants organizations. He barely saw the light of day, playing in only...
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Here is the most up-to-date information regarding the top remaining free agent relievers, many of whom the Mets and their division rivals have been connected to this offseason. It is important to note before continuing that the Mets do not plan on signing a free agent reliever until Jay Bruce has been traded. Kenley Jansen – Unfortunately for the Mets, two of the three teams seemingly in...
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Mets outfielder Michael Conforto has not and will not play any winter ball this offseason. Despite Terry Collins’ (and probably most people’s) recommendation for him to play winter ball and get as many reps as possible, Conforto’s representatives are not allowing it because it poses a ‘financial risk,’ according to Adam Rubin on Twitter. Juan Lagares is allowed by...
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According to Mike Puma of the New York Post, the Texas Rangers and Toronto Blue Jays have minimal interest in trading for New York Mets outfielder Jay Bruce. The Mets continue to struggle finding a taker for the left-handed hitting Bruce and his $13 million contract for the 2017 season. Original Report – Dec 7 According to MLB.com Texas Rangers beat writer TR Sullivan on Twitter, the Mets...
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According to Ken Rosenthal on Twitter, the New York Yankees have signed free agent closer Aroldis Chapman to a 5 year, $86 million deal. This makes Chapman, 28, the highest paid closer in history with an average annual salary of $17.2 million. The previous record was set just a few days ago by Mark Melancon and the Giants, but this contract is 39% more lucrative. The deal includes an opt-out...
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