In a conference call with Mets’ beat reporters, the Mets introduced Marcus Stroman to New York. The right-handed pitcher, known for his passion and competitiveness on the mound, wasn’t expecting to be traded to the Mets. “I was definitely shocked…,” Stroman said. “Knowing it was New York was followed by a level of excitement. I’m excited to be a New York Met....
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According to Mark Feinsand of MLB.com, the Mets and Red Sox have talked about closer Edwin Diaz. However, the two sides aren’t close to a deal. Feinsand reports that the Red Sox will likely acquire one or two relievers, backing up Buster Onley’s earlier tweets that Boston is looking to bolster their bullpen. Onley speculated that Diaz could be an option as Boston. Onley highlighted prospects...
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The acquisition of Marcus Stroman seems to have only intensified the Noah Syndergaard rumors. While nobody is quite certain of the Mets’ plan, it doesn’t sound like Stroman will be the Mets’ only deadline deal. Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that the “likelihood is strong” that the Mets will trade either Syndergaard or Zack Wheeler. Passan adds that the Mets...
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Jeff McNeil left today’s game against the Pirates after getting hit by a pitch from Pirates’ starter Chris Archer. The Mets have announced that he is experiencing a shin contusion, and that X-Rays came back negative. Aaron Altherr pinch hit for McNeil during his next turn at-bat. The hit by pitch began the Mets’ six-run first inning. Michael Conforto followed McNeil’s at-bat with a two-run...
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On July 22 2004, a 21-year-old rookie named David Wright stepped up to the plate at Shea Stadium. While Wright went hitless in his first five at-bats, the Mets’ prospect couldn’t be held down for long. Wright worked a 3-1 count against Expos’ right-hander Zach Day, and then rocketed a double down the third base line for what was the first of 1777 hits in Wright’s illustrious career....
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