History of Billy Eppler’s Trades as Mets GM

The New York Mets will face an uncomfortable reality over the coming days as they enter this season’s trade deadline as sellers despite coming into the year with World Series aspirations. That process has already commenced with the trade of David Robertson to the division rival Miami Marlins and is certain to continue with the likes of Tommy Pham, Mark Canha and others being firmly...

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Kodai Senga Continues Impressive Rookie Season

After losing to the cross-town rival New York Yankees on Wednesday, the New York Mets were looking to bounce back against the Washington Nationals for their series opener on Thursday. Luckily, the Mets had standout rookie pitcher Kodai Senga on the mound against their division rival, and he did not disappoint. The first two innings were smooth sailing for Senga, as he did not allow a hit. While...

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Billy Eppler’s Analysis Of Marco Vargas, Ronald Hernandez

The New York Mets unofficially announced they have begun selling at the trade deadline by trading closer David Robertson to the Miami Marlins for prospects INF Marco Vargas and C Ronald Hernandez. Both of the prospects acquired are teenagers playing rookie ball this season. Obtaining prospects at this level is a bit unprecedented for the Mets organization. As has been noted, we discovered back...

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Mets Minors Recap: Luke Voit Homers in Fifth Straight Game

Luke Voit homered in his fifth straight game for the Triple-A Syracuse Mets on Thursday night. The veteran slugger could be looking for playing time at the major league level once the trade deadline is over. Triple-A: Syracuse 2, Lehigh Valley 2, Suspended, Box Score Mike Vasil allowed two runs in four innings of work and collected four strikeouts. Ronny Mauricio is 1-for-3 in the game as the...

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What’s Next for the Mets After the David Robertson Trade?

In the middle of a rain delay, as the Mets were working on a comeback versus the Washington Nationals, the team traded David Robertson—their best reliever—to the Miami Marlins. In return, they got infielder Marco Vargas and catcher Ronald Hernandez, both of who will end up as top 15 prospects in the Mets’ system. Shipping off your best reliever—and the best one on the trade...

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