Antonio Bastardo Position: Relief Pitcher Bats: Right — Throws: Left Born: September 21st, 1985 (Age 30) The Mets need a lefty in the bullpen, that much is certain. Sure they have other needs as well, but with top left-handed sluggers like Freddie Freeman and Bryce Harper in our division, being able to get dangerous hitters like them out is absolutely imperative. The two highest profile...
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Jason Heyward Position: Right Field Bats: Left — Throws: Left Born: August 9th, 1989 (Age 26) Because of the Mets stellar starting rotation, having a good defense behind them is imperative. There is one free agent that provides consistently stellar defense, and that is right fielder Jason Heyward. At just 26 years old, Heyward has already won three Gold Glove awards (2012, 2014, 2015). He...
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Denard Span Position: Center Field Bats: Left — Throws: Left Born: February 27th, 1984 (Age 31) Last season was not a good year for Juan Lagares, who underperformed defensively and offensively in 2015. Specifically, his struggles against right-handed pitching lost him his starting job in center field. The offseason plan for the Mets front office is to acquire a player that could form a...
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According to Jon Heyman of CBS Sports, the Milwaukee Brewers have traded closer Francisco Rodriguez to the Detroit Tigers. While the trade hasn’t been officially announced and the return hasn’t been confirmed, infielder Javier Betancourt’s name has been floated around. He is 21 years old, and MLB.com has him ranked as the 11th best prospect in the Tigers’ system. The...
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The San Fransisco Giants have extended shortstop Brandon Crawford’s contract through the 2021 season with a 6-year, $75 million contract. The 28 year old Crawford had an all-around fantastic season as he was an All Star, as well as a recipient of both the Silver Slugger and Gold Glove awards for National League shortstops. Crawford slashed .256/.321/.462 in 2015, crushing 21 home runs and...
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