The Mets have expressed interest in signing reliever Steve Cishek according to Marc Carig of Newsday. This comes a day after Sandy Alderson lowered expectations on what the Mets would accomplish at the Winter Meetings. In reference to the free agent reliever market he said he was looking for “value” and didn’t want to “jump into the inferno” according to Mike Puma...
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In separate reports, the New York Mets have been linked to a couple of right-handed relievers who could be added to serve as a late inning set-up man to Jeurys Familia. Jon Heyman of Fan Rag Sports says the Mets remain interested in free agent reliever Bryan Shaw. This is confirms a long standing rumor that has persisted in part due to Shaw’s relationship with new Mets manager Mickey...
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The Mets are exploring a plethora of second base options, with recently non-tendered Ryan Goins name now in the fold. Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports that Goins could be a fit as a platoon partner at the keystone due to his strong defense. The 29-year-old hit just .237/.286/.356 with nine homers and 62 RBI in 459 plate appearances this past season. He also had a 69 wRC+ and .278 wOBA....
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Unless something drastic changes, the Mets won’t be signing Mike Moustakas or Todd Frazier to man the hot corner anytime soon. According to Mets general manager Sandy Alderson on Sunday from the Winter Meetings, the team sees Asdrubal Cabrera as a lock to start most games at third base despite his ability to play around the infield. “I think his versatility gives us the option [to...
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All 30 general managers arrived in Florida on Sunday, while two names came off the board early. The Chicago Cubs agreed to a deal with free agent reliever Brandon Morrow according to Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports. Bruce Levine of WSCR-AM first reported that a deal between both parties was close. The deal is for two years and in the $10-11 million range annually. Morrow was lights-out for the Los...
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Happy Sunday, everyone. On the eve of the Winter Meetings I wanted to put together a primer of sorts that includes our 2018 payroll commitments, arbitration projections, and a review of the team’s top questions and concerns. Guaranteed Contracts – $72.0 Million Yoenis Cespedes – $29,000,000 David Wright – $20,000,000 Asdrubal Cabrera – $8,250,000 Jerry Blevins...
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