Mets prospect Ronny Mauricio continued his impressive play in Dominican Winter League ball on Sunday night when he collected two extra base hits in the Tigres del Licey’s 4-2 win. After grounding out in his first at-bat, Mauricio launched a long home run to left field (hitting right-handed) to begin the third inning. Batting right-handed again in the fifth, Mauricio hit a fly ball double...
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According to Andy Martino of SNY, the Mets requested to interview Yankees executive Jean Afterman, though she decided to decline the opportunity. Add Afterman to the growing list of baseball executives that the Mets have struck out during their front office search. Afterman is currently a senior vice president and assistant GM in the Yankees organization. The long-time Yankees exec is one of the...
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Dominican Winter League The Tigres del Licey fell to 3-4 on the season after being crush 10-2 on Wednesday despite Mets prospect Ronny Mauricio leading the team with two hits. The switch-hitter continues to bat second in the lineup with former big leaguers Hanley Ramirez right behind him. SS Ronny Mauricio: 2-for-3, .375/.375/.547 As you see from the batting line of Mauricio, the talented...
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According to Jon Heyman of MLB Network, Reds outfielder Nick Castellanos has opted out of the final two years of his contract in Cincinnati. The slugger was due to make $34 in that span. Castellanos, though really suited for the designated hitter, becomes one of the best outfield options in a weak market at the position. The 29-year-old slashed .309/.362/.576 with 38 doubles, 34 home runs, and...
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Major League Baseball announced on Wednesday afternoon that 160 players officially became free agents including 11 from the Mets organization. The 11 players from the Mets ties them with the Dodgers and A’s for the most free agents. Here’s the Mets list of free agents: INF Javier Baez OF Michael Conforto RHP Noah Syndergaard RHP Marcus Stroman RHP Heath Hembree LHP Rich Hill INF...
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