The Mets have generally prioritized pitching as an organization. When the Mets have been good, it’s been a result of strong starting pitching. In 1969, the rotation consisted of Tom Seaver, Jerry Koosman, Gary Gentry, Jim McAndrew, and Don Cardwell. In their other championship season of 1986, the starters were Dwight Gooden, Ron Darling, Bob Ojeda, Sid Fernandez, and Rick Aguilera. In...
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Indians star shortstop Francisco Lindor, who is under club control through 2021, talked with reporters after the Indians were eliminated by the Yankees on Wednesday about the prospect of that being his last game with Cleveland. “It makes sense. It is what it is,” he said. “It’s the reputation the organization has. It is what it is. I can’t control the future. I...
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Good Morning, Mets fans! Yesterday was an eventful day as the last remaining AL Central team was eliminated from the playoffs, and the Dodgers and Reds both wrapped up their series sweeps. With only two more wild card series to be finished out, let’s take a look at how the postseason is unfolding! Latest Mets News The Sydney Blue Sox signed Mets number two prospect Francisco Alvarez. David...
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According to a report by Joe Pantorno of AM New York, making a big splashy signing is not a top priority for the New York Mets this offseason. A source with knowledge of the situation disclosed that newly minted owner Steve Cohen is focused on “beefing up the team’s analytics department”and laying the foundation to build long-term success for the franchise. The Mets currently have...
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This article was originally posted by the late John Delcos in 2013. The 1973 Mets clinched the NL East title on this date. The Mets have made four World Series appearances, with each of those seasons and Octobers giving us cherished memories. But, only one – the nearly forgotten 1973 team, with the still memorable rallying cry of “Ya Gotta Believe,’’ – identifies with the tumultuous ride this...
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Wednesday was a wild day with eight games starting at noon eastern time and getting over in the wee hours of Thursday morning. Three American League series came to an end with the Yankees, Rays, and Astros moving on to the next round. The Yankees and Rays will square off in the next round, and the Astros wait for the winner of the White Sox vs Athletics series. Reds vs Braves, 12:08 p.m. ET,...
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