Author: Mathias Altman-Kurosaki

Morning Briefing: Hall of Fame Results to be Revealed Today

Good morning, Mets fans! The Baseball Hall of Fame voting results are set to be revealed today on MLB Network at 6 p.m. ET. Currently, 200 ballots have been cast and five players are at or above the 75% threshold. Adrian Beltre (99%) seems like a surefire bet for enshrinement, while Joe Mauer (83.5%) and Todd Helton (82%) are in a strong position. Former Mets Billy Wagner (78%) and Gary...

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Morning Briefing: Eloy Jiménez Expected to Stay With White Sox

Good morning, Mets fans! Bruce Levine of 670 The Score reported Sunday that the White Sox have received very little interest regarding designated hitter Eloy Jiménez. The 27-year-old is likely going to begin the season on the White Sox roster. Jiménez is due to make $13 million in 2024, and he has club options of $16.5 million and $18.5 million for 2025 and 2026. In 2023, Jiménez hit...

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Morning Briefing: Mets Ink 20 International Free Agents

Good morning, Mets fans! The Mets signed 20 International Free Agents after the signing period opened Monday. Three of these prospects were ranked in the top 50 international prospects by MLB Pipeline – catcher Yovanny Rodriguez, outfielder Edward Lantigua, and shortstop Yensi Rivas. The Mets also signed outfielder Vladi Miguel Guerrero, son of Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero. Latest MLB News...

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Morning Briefing: Starling Marte Collects Two More Hits in Winter Ball

Good morning, Mets fans! Starling Marte continued his strong play in the Dominican Winter League, going 2-for-5 with a stolen base. Additionally, Marte played all nine innings in right field for the third straight day. The 35-year-old is now hitting .367 with an .872 OPS this winter. David Stearns and Carlos Mendoza visited Marte in the Dominican Republic on Sunday as well. Latest Mets News...

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Morning Briefing: Mets Have Contacted White Sox About Dylan Cease

Good morning, Mets fans! As the Shōta Imanaga’s negotiation window nears its close, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reported Monday that the Giants are now viewed as the favorites to sign the Japanese lefty. The Cubs, Red Sox, and Angels are also in the running, though Chris Cotillo of MassLive reported that Boston seems like a long shot. Teams have until Thursday at 5 p.m. to negotiate with...

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