Author: Thomas Hall

Starling Marte Could Be the Key to Unlocking Mets’ Offensive Potential

Before the previous Collective Bargaining Agreement expired earlier this month, the New York Mets made numerous splashes in free agency, including the signing of outfielder Starling Marte. Reaching the free-agent market for just the second time in his career, Marte wasn’t without a team for very long as the Mets landed him on a four-year, $78-million contract. With the 33-year-old signed...

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Scherzer’s Elite Slider Should Be Mesmerizing for Mets Fans to Watch

Looking to acquire one of the top pitchers available in free agency, the New York Mets did just that when they agreed to a three-year, $130 million contract with starter Max Scherzer this offseason. Pairing the future Hall of Famer with ace Jacob deGrom, who’s coming off an injury-shortened 2021 campaign, this lethal duo, assuming they remain relatively healthy, are expected to provide the...

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Eduardo Escobar Could Act as Short-Term Solution at Third Base

With a new general manager running the show, in Billy Eppler, the New York Mets should be set to make numerous splashes in free agency this offseason, although they’ll be looking to do so without compromising their farm system. Should be easy enough right? In theory, sure. But as this organization starts attempting to improve the roster, it’ll become critical to spend wisely and on...

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Mets Must Aim High With Next Pitching Target

After failing to make the playoffs for a fifth straight season, the New York Mets find themselves in a very similar position once again this offseason and if they’re to end this current postseason drought, several roster improvements will be required, including the starting rotation. As currently constructed, the Mets rotation is slated to feature Jacob deGrom, Carlos Carrasco, Taijuan...

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Acquiring Matt Chapman Likely Wouldn’t Come Without Risk Involved

Over the last several seasons, locating a reliable third baseman has been a major area of concern for the New York Mets and while they’ve yet to effectively fill that position, this offseason might act as their best opportunity to accomplish that feat. Along with a star-studded free-agent class of shortstops, this winter’s market also features a handful of high-profile third basemen,...

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