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Following the Braves trade for first baseman Matt Olson, the team announced it signed Olson to an eight-year deal.
Here’s what else went on with the Braves, the Mets and around baseball Tuesday, as the race for Freddie Freeman heats up.
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For those asking, here's the official @MetsBooth Spring Training schedule on @wcbs880.
3/19 @ WAS 6:00p
3/20 vs. STL 1:00p
3/26 vs. WAS 1:00p
3/27 vs. STL 1:00p
4/3 vs. MIA 1:00p— Wayne Randazzo (@WayneRandazzo) March 15, 2022
Wayne Randazzo released the Mets spring training schedule for WCBS 880.
Pitcher Carlos Carrasco told Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, at this point of spring training, his fastball typically sits between 86-88 MPH. However, he threw 92 MPH in his bullpen session yesterday.
#Mets RP Adam Ottavino’s performance bonuses:
• $100K for 30 IP
• $125K each for 35 and 40 IP
• $150K each for 45 and 50 IP
• $175K each for 55 and 60 IP— Jacob Resnick (@Jacob_Resnick) March 15, 2022
Jacob Resnick of SNY breaks down Mets pitcher Adam Ottavino‘s performance-based incentives.
Vaccine mandates in New York City would prohibit unvaccinated Yankees and Mets players from playing home games. Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News reported the latest.
Jeff McNeil ranked 9th on MLB Network’s Top 10 2B right now, here’s the full list:
1. Ketel Marte
2. Marcus Semien
3. Brandon Lowe
4. Jose Altuve
5. Jonathan India
6. Jake Cronenworth
7. Jorge Polanco
8. Ozzie Albies
9. Jeff McNeil
10. Chris Taylor— John Flanigan (@JohnFlanigan_) March 16, 2022
Metsmerized’s John Flanigan notes where MLB Network has Jeff McNeil ranked amongst second baseman in MLB.
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Jon Heyman of MLB Network reported free agent first baseman Freeman is drawing interest from the Red Sox, in addition to the Yankees, Rays, Dodgers and Blue Jays.
The Braves announced they signed pitcher Collin McHugh to a two-year, $1o million deal.
Infielder Jake Lamb signed a one-year deal worth $1.5 million with the Dodgers, according to Heyman of MLB Network.
Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported the Cubs signed pitcher Chris Martin to a one-year, $2.5 million deal.
The Brewers have signed catcher Brian Navarreto to a minor league contract.
Former Mets outfielder Phillip Evans signed with the Yankees, according to Heyman of MLB Network.
Source: Red Sox are signing Jake Diekman to a 2-year, $8M deal with a club option for 2024.
— Chris Cotillo (@ChrisCotillo) March 15, 2022
Pitcher Jake Diekman signed a 2-year deal worth $8 million, according to Chris Cotillo of Masslive.com.
The Pirates announced they have signed infielder Daniel Vogelbach to a one-year deal.
The Atlantic league will be adding some new experimental rules in its upcoming season, including rewarding a team if the starter goes at least 5 innings, but losing the DH if the starter is pulled earlier.
California Senator Josh Becker announced legislation today to establish the Minor League Baseball Players’ Bill of Rights. This would include guarantees that players retain the rights to their name, image and likeness (NIL) without affecting their eligibility with the MLB or their Minor League team.
Former major leaguers Alex Avila and Cameron Maybin have joined MLB Network.
Katie Woo of The Athletic reported Cardinals pitcher Jack Flaherty underwent a medical evaluation on his right shoulder today and the results are not yet known.
Former Mets infielder Jose Martinez signed with the Acereros de Monclova of the Mexican League.
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Nate Mendelson writes about the free agent who could replicate pitcher Marcus Stroman‘s 2021 season.
Nate Mendelson rounds up the latest from training camp.
On This Date in Mets History
Birthdays: Hobie Landrith (92), Don Florence (55), Abraham Nunez (46), Rich Puig (69)
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