The Mets acquired a trio of relievers last offseason to buttress the back end of their bullpen for the 2019 season. Jeurys Familia was brought back on a three-year deal, Justin Wilson was signed to provide stability to the middle of the group, and Edwin Díaz was traded for to solidify the ninth inning. That plan didn’t work out. Familia’s 15.3 BB% was the highest of his career,...
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Primary Position: Center Fielder Bat/Throw: R/R Age: 25 (December 15, 1994) Acquired: Minor League contract signed on 1/9/2020 When it comes to non-roster invitees, there are some names that people will know. For example, Matt Adams and Chasen Shreve are players who have had Major League success, and are looking for a second chance. But for Johneshwy Fargas, it’s to create a name for...
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Mets’ chief operating officer (COO) Jeff Wilpon released a statement Monday to address the failed sale of the team to hedge fund billionaire Steve Cohen. “As spring training begins, on behalf of ownership, we would like to share more information on why the proposed transaction has ended however, due to confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, we are unable to do so at this...
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Adrian Hernandez Position: CF Bats/Throws: R/R DOB: February 8, 2001 (19) Height: 5’9″ Weight: 210 lb. Acquired: Signed as an International Free Agent from the Dominican Republic on 7/2/17 ($1.5 million bonus) Previous Ranking: 14 ETA: 2023 2019 Stats (GCL): .286/.375/.643, 2 2B, HR, RBI, 2 SB, CS Hernandez was highly regarded by Baseball America, who rated him as the No. 16 best...
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Wilson Ramos is on a mission: to do a complete 180 defensively in 2020. Ramos, 32, is in the second year of a two-year pact he signed with the Mets last year. While he had a decent year at the dish (105 wRC+, .327 wOBA and a .288/.351/.416 triple slash), it was behind the plate where he struggled. According to Baseball Prospectus, Ramos ranked No. 102 out of 113 qualified catchers. The backstop...
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Between Steve Cohen backing out of his deal to buy the Mets, and the report of the Mets’ failed push to land All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor, last week felt like another gut-punch for Mets’ fans in what been a frustrating and bizarre offseason. But despite all the Mets’ ownership issues, managerial changes, and questionable front office decisions, there are still some positives...
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