Jim Bowden, a national baseball writer for The Athletic, has heard rumblings about a possible deal between the Mets and Rockies that would send shortstop Trevor Story and right-handed pitcher Jon Gray to Queens. “Get your popcorn ready in New York as the Mets and Yankees are expected to rock the deadline. You might need extra butter and salt for the Mets, as I’m hearing a trade sending...
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Wednesday, July 28, 2021 • 7:10 P.M. Citi Field • Flushing, NY LHP Max Fried (7-6, 4.46) vs. RHP Tylor Megill (1-0, 2.10) WPIX• WCBS 880 AM • WQBU 92.7 FM Last night was a frustrating night for the Mets and makes tonight’s game even more important. Jerad Eickhoff was named the starter a couple of hours before pitching and allowed 10 runs. At that point, the game became unreachable for the Mets...
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With this year’s trade deadline on the horizon, there’s no question the New York Mets will be working around the clock while they attempt to upgrade their roster. Though the front office has already made an addition to the starting rotation and is focused on acquiring another reliable hitter, this team could also benefit from improving the bullpen before the deadline passes on...
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An MMO Fan Shot by Greg Jones The July 30 trading deadline looms for Mets fans, and while until recently arguments among reasonable people could be made as to whether we need a bat, some defense, a closer, or starting pitching, it is now clear that the answer is the latter. I will trot through the obvious reasons, but also lead into the longer-term dilemma for the Amazins … In 2019, the last...
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The Marlins are reportedly trading veteran center fielder Starling Marte to the A’s for left-handed pitcher Jesus Luzardo per Jon Heyman of MLB Network. Jeff Passan of ESPN notes that the Marlins are paying the entire of prorated portion of Marte’s $12.5 million contract for 2021. Marte, 32, is having another fine season with a 136 OPS+ and 2.9 WAR in 63 games for the Marlins. The...
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Major League Baseball’s trade deadline is set for July 30 at 4 p.m. ET. If a player is available the Mets are likely linked. Let’s break down the top names the Mets have been linked to. Keep checking back for updated rumors. Starting Pitchers Jose Berrios Age/Team/Contract: 27/Minnesota Twins/1 year $6.1 million, UFA 2023 Stats: 20 starts, 7-5 W-L, 3.48 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, 126 Ks, 121.2...
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