Author: Michael Mayer

ESPN: Are Cubs A Fit For Jacob DeGrom?

The Chicago Cubs are looking to add a starting pitcher to bolster their rotation as they battle the Milwaukee Brewers for first place in the National League Central. Thus, why not target one of the best pitchers in baseball, Jacob deGrom of the New York Mets? Jesse Rogers of ESPN examines this thought and what it would take to get the ace from the Mets. DeGrom’s agent recently made...

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Scout Sees Young Daniel Murphy in Jeff McNeil

New York Mets prospect Jeff McNeil has been a hot topic of discussion recently with the major league team desperately needing offense but seemingly refusing to promote him during a breakout season. First off, McNeil is having more than just a breakout season, he’s been one of the best players in the entire minor leagues this year. His 180 wRC+ ties him for fifth among full season minor...

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Report: Diamondbacks, Cubs Among Teams Interested in Zack Wheeler

According to Kristie Ackert of the New York Daily News, scouts from eight teams including the Arizona Diamondbacks, Cincinnati Red and Chicago Cubs were on hand Monday to watch New York Mets starter Zack Wheeler. Ackert notes that the D’Backs came away from the outing interested in the righty and that the Reds plkan to return for his next scheduled start in Saturday. It was reported on...

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Mets Scouted Yankees Top Prospect Justus Sheffield

Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe reported recently that the New York Mets, along with the Texas Rangers, had a scout watching the start of New York Yankees top prospect Justus Sheffield. Rumors have been swirling between the Yankees and Mets as the Bronx Bombers look to add a starting pitcher. The Mets have been listening to offers on Jacob deGrom and Noah Syndergaard though it’s more...

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Yankees Recently Talked to Mets About Zack Wheeler

Marc Carig of the Athletic reports that the New York Yankees have recently inquired about starting pitcher Zack Wheeler from the New York Mets. The Yankees have reportedly shown interest in acquiring Mets starters Jacob deGrom and Noah Syndergaard though neither of them are likely to get traded at the moment. Yankees are shifting their focus to Wheeler in what is looking like a weak trade market...

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