Mets’ Justin Wilson Has Justifiably High Hopes for 2019

The New York Mets made the signing of left-handed reliever Justin Wilson official on Monday, and the 31-year-old southpaw appears to be exactly where he wants to be with Spring Training just a couple of weeks away. Judging from what Wilson told the media (quotes via Kevin Kernan of the New York Post), Brodie Van Wagenen’s slew of moves to bolster this roster since he took over the...

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Hot Stove Rumor Roundup: Reds “Aggressively” Pursuing Realmuto

Reds Making Aggressive Push for Realmuto Jon Heyman of Fancred reported yesterday that the Cincinnati Reds have now emerged as the third team making a push for Miami Marlins catcher, JT Realmuto. While there has been progress in talks between the two sides, there is no sign that they are close to the finish line at the moment, writes Heyman. Heyman also notes that the Marlins could be targeting...

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How Mets’ Expected Bullpen Production Compares to Recent Years

One of the many things New York Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen has done this winter is make some major upgrades to the bullpen. It’s a good thing, too — not only was this the least productive part of the roster in 2018, but it was also the third-worst unit in baseball. The Mets haven’t exactly built a bullpen that’s as frightening as what the New York Yankees...

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Morning Briefing: Dillon Gee Announces Retirement

Good Morning Mets Fans!! Latest Mets News Former Met Dillon Gee officially announced his retirement via Instagram. The Mets officially signed Justin Wilson to a two-year deal. In a corresponding move, they DFA’d 2012 first rounder, Gavin Cecchini. Wilson also expressed his displeasure in MLB’s free agency system. The Orioles claimed old Met Jack Reinheimer off waivers. Latest MLB...

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Mets DFA Gavin Cecchini to Make Room for Wilson

The Mets announced this afternoon that they’ve officially signed lefty Justin Wilson to a two year deal. In a corresponding move to make room on the 40-Man roster, shortstop Gavin Cecchini has been designated for assignment. Cecchini, a 2015 first round draft pick, missed most of last season due to injury a foot injury. After struggling during the 2017 season, he was showing some improvements at...

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Mets Officially Sign Justin Wilson to Two-Year Deal

On Monday afternoon, the New York Mets announced that they have officially signed Justin Wilson to a two-year $10 million deal after the 31-year old lefty passed his physical. According to Anthony Dicomo of MLB.com, during a conference call with reporters Wilson said he is “just really happy to be a Met.” He mentioned that there were a few other teams involved in discussions, but...

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