From the GM Meetings in Orlando Monday afternoon, Mets general manager Sandy Alderson delivered several important nuggets in his plan for this offseason. TRAINING STAFF: Head trainer Ray Ramirez was relieved of his duties at the conclusion of the season. Alderson said he plans to fill the position soon as well as adding two new positions to the medical/training staff, including a so-called high...
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The Mets are close to rounding out their coaching staff. According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com on Twitter, the Mets are slated to tab Tom Slater as the team’s assistant hitting coach. Slater, 49, worked with current Mets hitting coach Pat Roessler in the Yankees organization from 2009-14. When Slater is confirmed as assistant hitting coach, here is how the staff will stack up: Full...
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The Mets are said to be in the market for an external second or third baseman, but they aren’t giving up on the potential of retaining a member of the 2017 squad New York is reportedly open to a reunion with infielder Jose Reyes, according to Mike Puma of the New York Post. Earlier this month, shortstop Amed Rosario said he hopes the team retains the longtime Mets infielder...
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Monday begins the GM Meetings down in Orlando, Florida. While the potential for any major move is slim, this week works as a chance for executives from every team to talk about possible deals as well as speaking with free agents. The Mets are reportedly strapped for cash this offseason, having approximately $30-$40 million to spend on the open market. However, New York has several holes that...
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Carlos Beltran’s storied Major League Baseball career has come to a fitting close. After capturing his first World Series ring earlier this month, the 40-year-old has announced his retirement, per Mark Feinsand of MLB.com on Twitter. Beltran was originally selected in the second round of the 1995 MLB draft by the Kansas City Royals. He spent parts of four seasons in the Royals’ farm...
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