The Mets overall mindset has been what has held the organization back and it was never more evident than in the fall-out from the Giancarlo Stanton trade to the New York Yankees. The 2017 Yankees arrived early based on prognostications. A bunch of young kids and some useful veterans helped the Yankees to climb within a game of the World Series. Despite the achievement, and despite already having...
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Today is the second full day of the Winter Meetings. Rumors surrounding the Mets started emerging on Monday and some things could potentially happen today. Latest Mets News Marc Carig of Newsday writes that Tommy Hunter is a prime target of the Mets. He adds they are interested in Brad Brach of the Baltimore Orioles and free agent Steve Cishek as well. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic says the...
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According to Newsday’s Marc Carig on Monday, the Mets view veteran right-hander Tommy Hunter as a prime relief target. In November, MLB Trade Rumors predicted that Hunter’s contract would likely fall in the two years, $12 million range. Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports echoed the report later in the day. After signing a minor league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays in February, Hunter proved...
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The Mets and Orioles are reportedly in discussion on acquiring Harvey in exchange for a reliever, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Rosenthal notes that Brad Brach ($5.2 million) and Harvey ($5.9 million) have similar arbitration projections per MLB Trade Rumors and are both entering their free agent years. He also adds that Darren O’Day is owed $9 million each of next two seasons....
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Another reliever has had their name crossed off the board. According to multiple reports, Pat Neshek will be returning to the Philadelphia Phillies on a two-year, $16.5 million deal with a club option. Jon Heyman of Fan Rag first reported a deal was in place, while Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia had the length of deal and dollar amount. Neshek, 37, made his second All-Star game as a...
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Tonight I discuss why you shouldn’t focus on the Yankees and complain about payroll. Hear me discuss how the Mets actually do have reason to be careful with their spending and it’s just not the owners holding back capital. I talk about the payroll and what the most important thing the Mets can do to compete at a high level this offseason. Hint: it’s not just spending on free...
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