Author: Mathias Altman-Kurosaki

Morning Briefing: King, Cease Deals Becoming More Unlikely

Good morning, Mets fans! Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune reported Saturday that Michael King has essentially been taken off the trade block, and Dylan Cease is becoming more likely to stay in San Diego. The Mets were linked to both pitchers recently. Acee adds that All-Star closer Robert Suarez is the most probable player for the Padres to trade, though the team isn’t seeking to...

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With Alonso Back, What’s Next for Mauricio, Acuña, Baty?

With the Mets agreeing to re-sign Pete Alonso, their everyday lineup is all but set. Alonso will go back to manning first base, while Mark Vientos will remain at the hot corner, though he may still get occasional first base reps if Alonso needs to rest his legs. However, three players – Luisangel Acuña, Ronny Mauricio, and Brett Baty will enter spring training without major league roles. Acuña...

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Morning Briefing: Yankees Ink Carlos Carrasco

Good morning, Mets fans! The Yankees have agreed to a minor league contract with former Mets hurler Carlos Carrasco. The 37-year-old spent 2024 with the Guardians and endured his second straight rough season, posting a 5.64 ERA and allowing 19 homers in 103 innings across 21 starts. Carrasco last posted an ERA+ above 100 over a full season in 2018. Latest MLB News Buster Olney of ESPN reported...

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Morning Briefing: Top Remaining Starter Taken Off The Market

Good morning, Mets fans! The Tigers have agreed to a two-year, $35 million contract with right-hander Jack Flaherty. The contract contains an opt-out clause after the 2025 season. Flaherty will make $25 million in 2025, and his $10 million player option for 2026 will get raised to $20 million if he makes 15 starts this year. The 29-year-old signed a one-year deal with Detroit last offseason and...

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David Stearns Talks Alonso, Soto, and Executive Life

In an interview with CNBC’s Alex Sherman, David Stearns spoke about Steve Cohen’s comments on Pete Alonso, the Juan Soto negotiations, and life as a baseball executive. Stearns said he appreciated that Cohen was upfront with fans about how the negotiations with Alonso have gone. “One of the things that makes him one of the great owners in professional sports right now is his...

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