Author: Rich Sparago

OTD 1964: Mets Sign Yogi Berra As A Player/Coach

On November 17th, 1964, the Mets signed Yogi Berra to a two-year contract as a player/coach. Berra had managed the Yankees to a World Series appearance in 1964, but was fired after the Bombers lost the series to the St.Louis Cardinals in seven games. Berra was much more of a coach than a player with the Mets, logging just nine at-bats (he had two hits) in 1965, before hanging up his spikes and...

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Prioritizing Springer Or Realmuto This Offseason

On this week’s edition of Mets Hot Stove, Gary Apple asked the panel of Jim Duquette, Todd Zeile, and Andy Martino if the Mets should prioritize George Springer or J.T. Realmuto this offseason. It’s an interesting question, as both players could fill significant needs on the Mets roster. Of course, with Steve Cohen and his resources now in charge, it’s possible that both...

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Dodgers Legend Tommy Lasorda Hospitalized

The Los Angeles Dodgers have released information on Twitter that Hall Of Fame manager Tommy Lasorda has been hospitalized in Orange County, California. Los Angeles Dodgers Hall of Fame great Tommy Lasorda has been hospitalized in Orange County. Lasorda, 93, was admitted and he is in intensive care, resting comfortably. The family appreciates everyone’s thoughts and prayers; however, they...

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2020 MMO Report Card: Brandon Nimmo

Brandon Nimmo Age: 27 (will turn 28 on 3/27), B/T: L/R Primary Stats: 55 G, 225 PA, 8 HR, 18 RBI, 33 BB, 43 SO, .280 BA, .404 OBP, .484 SLG, .888 OPS Advanced Stats: .326 BABIP, .387 wOBA, 148 wRC+, 146 OPS+, 1.5 fWAR, 1.6 bWAR, -2.0 DRS (combined OF positions), -13.1 UZR/150 (combined OF positions) Arbitration Eligible: 2020 Free Agent: 2023 2020 Salary: $2,175,000 Grade: A- 2020 Review Nimmo...

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Stroman’s Return Is Bigger Than Stroman

On Wednesday, Marcus Stroman accepted the qualifying offer of $18.9 million to return to the Mets for the 2021 season. Stroman’s return has several positive aspects to it, and was pleasing to new owner, Steve Cohen. Marcus , That is great news . Looking forward to meeting you soon.I will call you over the next few days to thank you . — Steven Cohen (@StevenACohen2) November 11, 2020...

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