Author: Thomas Hall

With James McCann Struggling, Tomas Nido Deserves Additional Playing Time

After receiving disappointing production from the starting catcher position over the last few seasons, the New York Mets were determined to acquire an impact player at that position over the offseason and they did just that by signing one of the top backstops in free agency. While the front office was extremely interested in all-star catcher J.T. Realmuto, they ultimately decided to move forward...

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David Peterson Rebounds With His Four-Seamer During Latest Start

With the New York Mets lacking reliable options within the starting rotation last season, they were forced to call upon one of their top young pitchers, David Peterson, and needed him to help carry the load, providing him an opportunity to shine during his major league debut. Even though Peterson didn’t earn much consideration for the NL Rookie of the Year award, the 25-year-old was still...

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Jeff McNeil Nearing Offensive Breakout

Following one of the most exciting offseasons in recent years, which included acquiring all-star shortstop Francisco Lindor, the New York Mets were riding high entering the 2021 season, although they’ve hit a major roadblock involving their offense so far. Struggling to hit for power, the Mets have been one of the worst offensive teams through the first month of the season, as they...

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Miguel Castro’s Improved Changeup is Becoming a Weapon

While building a reliable pitching staff has proven to be extremely challenging over the last few seasons, the New York Mets aren’t experiencing those same issues so far this season as their bullpen has excelled through the first three weeks of the 2021 campaign. Even though reliever Seth Lugo hasn’t thrown a single pitch in 2021, the Mets’ bullpen hasn’t become a...

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J.D. Davis Seemingly Playing Himself Out of Starting Third Base Role

Needing to improve the left side of the infield over the offseason, the New York Mets went out and acquired all-star shortstop Francisco Lindor, however, management didn’t stop there as they also tried to make an upgrade at third base this past winter. While the front office reportedly made competitive runs at both Justin Turner and Kris Bryant, they came up short in each of those...

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