Author: Mathias Altman-Kurosaki

Mets Sign José Ureña

The Mets have signed right-hander José Ureña to a minor league contract, Tim Healey of Newsday reported Thursday morning. Healey adds that he learned of the signing from Ureña himself when he saw him in the team’s clubhouse. Ureña spent 2024 with the Rangers – his fifth different team since 2021. He made 33 appearances (nine starts), posting a 3.80 ERA with 70 strikeouts against 39 walks...

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Morning Briefing: Mets Acquire Alexander Canario

Good morning, Mets fans! The Mets have acquired outfielder Alexander Canario from the Cubs. The 24-year-old was recently designated for assignment. Canario only has 42 major league at-bats, but has hit as many as 37 homers in a minor league season in 2022. In 2024, Canario batted .243/.336/.514 with 18 homers in 283 plate appearances for Triple-A Iowa. Latest Mets News Pete Alonso hit a two-run...

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Morning Briefing: Madrigal Awaiting MRI For Shoulder Injury

Good morning, Mets fans! Nick Madrigal left Sunday’s split-squad game in West Palm Beach in the bottom of the first inning after he dislocated his shoulder trying to make a play at shortstop. Madrigal will undergo an MRI to determine the severity of the injury. The 27-year-old was expected to be in the mix for the super-utility role on the Mets’ bench. He played in just 51 games in...

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Morning Briefing: Mike Trout Moving to Right Field

Good morning, Mets fans! Three-time MVP Mike Trout told reporters Monday that he met with the Angels’ coaches on Sunday and determined that he will play right field moving forward to help preserve his body. Trout played in just 29 games in 2024 before landing on the injured list with a torn meniscus. He then tore the muscle again during a rehab assignment, sidelining him for the rest of...

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Morning Briefing: Starling Marte Not Surprised to Still Be With Mets

Good morning, Mets fans! Starling Marte told reporters Sunday that the Mets were going to try to trade him after the team signed Juan Soto. However, Marte said he isn’t surprised that he is still with the team. “Why would I be surprised? If they wanted to trade me, they would’ve tried to trade me,” Marte said. “Obviously, I’m here for a reason. If they wanted...

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