Author: Pat Ragazzo

Morning Briefing: Jacob DeGrom Named To All-MLB First Team

Good Morning, Mets fans! It was a bizarre day on the hot stove on Wednesday, which included various premature rumors claiming the Mets were close to a four-year deal with All-Star catcher James McCann. Instead, no deal was made, but the two sides remain in serious discussions, per Mike Puma of The New York Post. In addition, Jacob deGrom (first team) and Michael Conforto (second team) took home...

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Source: LeMahieu, Yankees Remain At Stalemate In Contract Negotiations

The New York Yankees and free agent DJ LeMahieu remain at a stalemate in contract negotiations, a source tells Metsmerized. The Yankees still won’t budge on giving LeMahieu the five-year deal he is seeking, however, LeMahieu desires to remain in the Bronx. On November 19th, Metsmerized reported that the 32-year-old is willing to take less money to stay with the Yankees, but wants that...

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Morning Briefing: The Aftermath Of The Tender Deadline

Good Morning, Mets fans! Major League Baseball’s tender deadline came and went on Wednesday night and a slew of moves were made around the league. Latest Mets News As expected, the Mets tendered left-handed pitcher Steven Matz despite his nightmare 2020 season. They also tendered reliever Robert Gsellman and shortstop Amed Rosario. Despite a solid 2020 campaign, the Mets non-tendered...

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Morning Briefing: A Very Thankful Thanksgiving For Mets Fans

Happy Thanksgiving Mets fans! We hope you have a safe and healthy holiday with your loved ones on this glorious day. This year in particular, there’s a lot to be thankful for as a Mets fan with the Steve Cohen era rejuvenating the franchise. Before you indulge in a mass amount of turkey later this afternoon, check out some of the news and notes around MLB on Wednesday! Latest Mets News The...

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MMO Free Agent Profile: James Paxton, LHP

James Paxton, LHP Bats/Throws: L/L Age: 32 (11/6/1988) Traditional Stats: 20 IP, 6.64 ERA, 1.475 WHIP, 26 K, 3.71 K/BB, 1.8 HR/9 Advanced Stats: 0.3 fWAR, -0.4 bWAR, 4.37 FIP, 65 ERA+ Rundown It was a season to forget for “The Big Maple,” who was limited to just five starts due to several injuries. Heading into a contract year with the Yankees, Paxton underwent microscopic lumbar...

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