Author: Ryan Finkelstein

Marcus Stroman Dealing With Calf Tightness

The New York Mets are coming into this season with plenty of question marks when it comes to their starting rotation. The loss of Noah Syndergaard for the season was a massive blow, leaving them with little depth to deal with other injuries. After appearing to have dodged any serious injury with Jacob deGrom and his back tightness, the Mets are now concerned about their other top starting...

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Casino Mogul Revealed as Mystery Bidder

Updated: July 15, 3:10 p.m. Fox Business’ Charles Gasparino reports that Sheldon Adelson has no interest in buying any stake in the New York Mets. According to his reporting, Harris and Blitzer approached Adelson’s Las Vegas Sands casino company last week about casino development in the area. Adelson would likely invest in that venture, but would not be looking to have a stake in the...

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One Year Ago, Alonso Became Derby Champ

One year ago today, Pete Alonso took the national stage, representing the New York Mets in the 2019 Home Run Derby. At just 24 years old, Alonso became just the second Met in team history to enter the All-Star break leading the league in home runs. Alonso’s 30 home runs prior to the break were the headline for the Mets in what appeared to be another forgettable season. New York was 13.5...

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Direct Discussions Leading Towards Cohen Owning the Mets

When Steve Cohen’s purchase of the New York Mets fell apart in February, many wondered if the hedge fund billionaire had really given up on his dream of buying the franchise. At the time, Cohen stated that “as a minority owner” he looked forward to an open auction in which the team would go to the highest bidder. But that was when it looked like the Wilpons would have no...

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Yoenis Cespedes Working Out at First Base

Updated, 2:00 PM, Wednesday: Manager Luis Rojas said there has been no serious discussions about Yoenis Cespedes playing first base this season. Instead Cespedes  just wanted to be involved and show he can do different things. Rojas also said that he uses one of Pete Alonso’s gloves. Original Post: One of the most exciting prospects of the upcoming season is the chance to see Yoenis...

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