Mike Puma of the New York Post is reporting that lefty Jason Vargas will start for the New York Mets on Tuesday against the Philadelphia Phillies. Vargas has been sidelined with a strained right calf since June 24 (retroactive to June 20) and has made just nine starts for the team. It was previously reported that Mets manager Mickey Callaway was unsure if Vargas return to the Mets rotation once...
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The New York Mets expect that Yoenis Cespedes will be in the lineup on Friday against the New York Yankees according to Mike Puma of the New York Post. Mets play three games at Yankee Stadium which would allow Cespedes to work himself back as the designated hitter before returning to National League action against the San Diego Padres on Monday. Cespedes played in two rehab games for the Gulf...
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This is the fifth installment and final installment of the first-half report cards for the New York Mets where we will focus on coaching staff and front office. On Monday, John Flanigan covered the outfielders. Tuesday, Jack Hendon had the difficult task of looking at the Mets bullpen. On Wednesday, Justin Boniello covered the infielders and catchers while Jack Ramsey touched on the starting...
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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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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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