According to multiple sources, the Mets have brought Mike Pelfrey back to New York on a minor league deal. Big Pelf was released unconditionally by the Detroit Tigers Thursday, who are eating the remainder of the $8 million owed to him this season. After news that Steven Matz was to start the season on the Disabled List, the Mets wanted a little more insurance waiting in the wings in Triple-A....
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Terry Collins spoke to reporters today at Citi Field and shed some light on some of the questions burning through all our minds. 1. Despite the 120-innings number floating around, Collins said there is no hard innings limit on Zack Wheeler this season. Terry said it would be more of a feel thing and they will monitor him closely throughout the season. After he showed that he could get Major...
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The Mets have made the playoffs the last two seasons with essentially the same team they have now. The fact that the franchise has never made three playoffs appearances does not sway them one bit, as this team is confident and primed to win a World Series. Before they get through 162 games though, there are some things that must go right if they are going to live up to the hype. 7. Lucas Duda...
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As first reported by Billy Witz of the New York Times, Mets closer Jeurys Familia has been suspended 15 games without pay for violating MLB’s domestic violence policies. Barring any rainouts, Familia will be eligible to return to the Mets on April 20th against the Phillies. He will lose 18 days of pay (including off days) which will cost him over $730,000. Familia will also be making...
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The Mets send lefty Sean Gilmartin to the hill to face off against the Braves and Josh Collmenter at Champion Stadium today. The 1:05 PM game will not be broadcasted by the Mets on either radio or TV, however the Braves will broadcast it on the radio on WIFN 1340 AM/103.7 FM. Michael Conforto will see more time in center field today as the Mets continue to test him out at the position. While he...
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