Author: Michael Mayer

Report: Mets Discussions About Realmuto Were Not Recent

As New York Mets rumors swirl about possible catching additions following the injuries to Kevin Plawecki and Travis d’Arnaud, Tim Healey of the Newsday reports that the Mets have not had any recent conversations with the Miami Marlins about J.T. Realmuto this week. However, Healey also notes that the Mets did touch base with Miami during the offseason, but there were no signs of traction....

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Mets Sign Catcher Johnny Monell

Former New York Mets catcher Johnny Monell announced on his Instagram account that he is returning to the organization. It’s sure to be minor league deal with him reporting to Triple-A Las Vegas. Monell was in spring training with the Tampa Bay Rays this year before getting cut late in camp. The last time Monell got major league at-bats was when he slashed .167/.231/.208 for the Mets in...

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Mets Place Plawecki On DL With Broken Hand, Will Not Need Surgery

Latest Update from Mets:  Catcher Kevin Plawecki suffered a left hand injury in the game Wednesday night at Miami. An X-ray taken that night was negative. A follow-up MRI at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York yesterday revealed a hairline fracture. Plawecki will be placed on the 10-Day Disabled List, retroactive to April 12. Treatment of the injury will not require surgery. The Mets...

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“Five Aces” Finally Make Turn Through Rotation

The New York Mets have been waiting years for the so-called “Five Aces” to pitch in the same rotation, and they finally finished that goal on Wednesday night when Zack Wheeler dominated the Miami Marlins. It started on Saturday when Steven Matz didn’t allow an an earned run and struck out eight against the Washington Nationals on Saturday. Matt Harvey struggled on Sunday though...

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Mets Minors Recap: Dominic Smith Shows Off Power

It was a rough day for the New York Mets minor league affiliates with the Binghamton Rumble Ponies the only winner. With the season beginning to ramp up, here’s how the farm teams fared yesterday. El Paso (2-1) 8, Las Vegas (1-2) 3  Box Score Dominic Smith 1B: 3-for-4, HR, 2B, RBI Bryce Brentz RF: 1-for-4, RBI, K David Thompson 3B: 1-for-4, K The 51s’ offense was very quiet last night....

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