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Mets GM Billy Eppler talked to the media in a press conference to give Edwin Díaz a chance to discuss his record contract, but usurpingly, Eppler was met with questions about the Mets incredibly important offseason. “We don’t need one thing to happen first before other things become a reality,” Eppler said when asked if the Mets would wait on a decision from Jacob deGrom to move forward with other acquisitions.
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Mets GM Billy Eppler acknowledged that the Mets promoted Jeremy Barnes to hitting coach because other teams were showing interest in him. Edwin Diaz also addressed his return to the Mets, saying, “They treated us great and we feel like they’re a part of our family.”
Hall of Famer Mike Piazza appeared on SNY on Thursday night to talk about the free agency of deGrom. “I learned as a player you do have to make a decision that you feel is best for your career,” Piazza said. “I hope [deGrom] takes all that into account and realizes what he has here and how much he’s loved here.’
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Hall of Fame pitcher Gaylord Perry died at age 84, Fred Cunningham of WSPA confirmed.
The Tigers signed Matthew Boyd to a contract, per Jeff Passan of ESPN.
The Red Sox and Rangers are among the contenders for free agent Mitch Haniger, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported.
The Guardians signed Anthony Gose — as a pitcher — to a two-year contract, according to Robert Murray of FanSided.
The Hanshin Tigers posted pitcher Shintaro Fujinami, who throws up to 100 mph and posted a 2.77 ERA this season.
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Nick Rucco took a look at the free agent profile of reliever Tommy Kahnle.
Jack Markowski wonders what the best combination of frontline free-agent starters that the Mets should sign.
On This Date in Mets History
1991: Signed Bobby Bonilla to a five-year contract worth $29 million which was the richest contract in team sports at the time.
2020: Signed right-handed reliever Trevor May to a two-year deal.
