The Mets entered the offseason, knowing that one of their biggest needs was improving a bullpen that posted a 4.99 ERA during the 2019 season. To this point, all they’ve done is re-sign right-hander Brad Brach, sign righty Michael Wacha (though he was told he would start, looks like the pen for now), claim lefty Stephen Gonsalves, and give lefty Chasen Shreve a minor league deal. No,...
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The life of a Major League Baseball player has many impressive benefits, with the big two being wealth and fame. Living out a dream that for many of these men started on local fields, backyards, or watching their favorite players on television is the ultimate testament to hard work and dedication to one’s craft. A major part of a professional baseball player’s career is constant...
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Throughout a year with plenty of ups and downs — especially when focusing on New York Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen’s offseason acquisitions form last winter — J.D. Davis was one player who consistently performed above the league average in the batter’s box. During his first season in Queens, it seemed as if simply having an opportunity to play regularly is what...
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Earlier this offseason, the Mets addressed their need for a defensive-minded outfielder by acquiring Jake Marisnick from the Astros. Like Juan Lagares, Marisnick provides a stellar glove, but offers limited production at the plate. So, is Marisnick nothing more than a bench piece, or does he have potential for a more important role on the 2020 Mets? Since his debut in 2013, Marisnick ranks among...
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Hader Still Drawing Interest The Yankees are still showing interest in left-handed reliever Josh Hader according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network. Heyman notes that given the Brewers don’t have a clear starter at third base, that the Yankees could use Miguel Andujar as part of their package. Roster Resource currently has recent free agent signing Eric Sogard starting at third base for...
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I’m ttill crossing my fingers that the Mets are going to get me a nice Christmas present this offseason, but when it comes to this team, I know better than to keep my hopes up. Latest Mets News Tim Healey of Newsday wrote an excellent piece on Rick Meinhold, the Mets’ new minor-league pitching coordinator. ZiPS released its projections for the 2020 Mets. Pete Alonso was named by MLB...
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