Author: Michael Mayer

The New York Mets announced on Monday they’ve signed star shortstop Francisco Lindor to a 10-year extension that begins in 2022. The deal is worth $341 million over the 10 years, according to multiple reports. Today is a great day for the Mets, Mets fans everywhere, Francisco, his teammates and his family,” Owner, Chairman and CEO Steve Cohen said. “Having spent time with Francisco during...

Buster Olney of ESPN reports that the Mets Opening Day game vs the Nationals in Washington, D.C. on Thursday has been postponed due to COVID-19 issues. Olney also reports the Mets vs Nats first game will not take place on Friday. It was reported on Wednesday, that the Nationals had a person test positive for COVID-19 and that five others had been deemed close contacts. Mets fans will have to...

The Mets announced on Thursday they’ve released right-hander Tommy Hunter. The veteran reliever had an opt-out clause in his minor league contract and the Mets decided not to add him to the 40-man roster. Hunter, 34, had a 3.60 ERA in five innings this Spring for the Mets. He allowed three hits, four walks, and struck out only three. Roster Resource from FanGraphs has the following as the...

Hall of fame catcher Mike Piazza was in Mets camp in Port St. Lucie on Monday and spoke to the media for close to an hour, covering everything from his advice to Francisco Lindor to how Italy has been dealing with the pandemic. It’s the first time Piazza has chatted with the media since Steve Cohen took over and Mike is pretty excited about the possibilities. “The fans should rest...

Mike Puma of the New York Post reports that while the Mets have engaged in extension talks with outfielder Michael Conforto and shortstop Francisco Lindor, “there is nothing that can be described as movement on either front.” Puma also notes that both Conforto and Lindor have made it known they don’t want to talk extension during the regular season. The Mets season starts in...