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Latest Mets News
Andy Martino of SNY reports that the Mets Brandon Nimmo is possibly on the table in trade talks for Starling Marte. In addition, he says that the Mets are trying to find a taker for Jed Lowrie‘s contract in order to clear money to sign Dellin Betances and/or Rick Porcello.
Carlos Beltran opted to give “no comment” on the topic of the Astros sign-stealing scandal during Tuesday night’s press conference at the Winter Meetings in San Diego. Beltran also said that Jeurys Familia has “lost almost 20 pounds” this offseason and that Edwin Diaz is expected to be the Mets closer in 2020.
Mets first baseman Pete Alonso and right-hander Jacob deGrom were named to Major League Baseball’s inaugural All-MLB team.
According to Jon Heyman of MLB Network, the Mets haven’t ruled out the idea of trading for Starling Marte despite already acquiring center fielder Jake Marisnik.
General manager Brodie Van Wagenen seems to be confident in the team’s roster for the 2020 season, as shown in interviews with SNY and MLB Network Radio on Monday night at the Winter Meetings in San Diego.
As per Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, Eduardo Pérez, a finalist for the Mets’ managerial job that went to Carlos Beltrán, has signed a multi-year extension to remain an analyst with ESPN.
As per multiple reports from Mets beat writers, Spring Training team report dates for the 2020 season are set.
Latest MLB News
Jon Heyman of MLB Network reported that the New York Yankees and Gerrit Cole agreed to a record-breaking nine-year, $324 million contract.
The Chicago White Sox acquired Nomar Mazara from the Texas Rangers as reported by Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News. TR Sullivan of MLB.com added that prospect Steele Walker would be headed back to Texas in the deal.
Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported that Nick Cafardo has been elected to the writer’s wing of the Baseball Hall of Fame.
According to the Pittsburgh Post Gazette, Pirates general manager Ben Cherington is looking into acquiring a defensive-minded catcher this offseason.
Curtis Granderson is interested in playing in the 2020 season depending on interest, according to Joel Sherman of the New York Post.
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, Right-handed Kevin Gausman and the San Francisco Giants are in agreement on a one-year $9 million contract.
The Los Angeles Angels traded Zack Cozart and Will Wilson to the Giants for cash and a player to be named later. They were also scheduled to meet with Scott Boras on Tuesday, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic.
Andrew Baggarly of the Athletic confirmed that the Giants interviewed Yankees’ minor league roving hitting instructor Rachel Balkovec for a position on their MLB staff. It is the first time a woman has interviewed for a major league uniformed role. However, it appears Giants are going in another direction
Latest NL East News
According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the Philadelphia Phillies have signed Didi Gregorius. Sweeny Murti of WFAN adds that Gregorious received a one-year deal.
Latest on MMO
Michael Mayer discussed which recently non-tendered players he believes could help the Mets.
Violeta Pietronico analyzed the most notable and recent MLB offseason rumors.
On This Date in Mets History
Birthdays: Jay Bell turns 54 and Derek Bell turns 51.
1962: The Mets traded Felix Mantilla to the Boston Red Sox for Tracy Stallard, Pumpsie Green and Al Moran.
1981: The Mets traded Doug Flynn and Danny Boitano to the Texas Rangers for Jim Kern. The Mets also traded Frank Taveras to the Montreal Expos for Steve Ratzner.
1987: The Mets traded Rafael Santana and Victor Garcia to the New York Yankees for Phil Lombardi, Darren Reed and Steven Frey.
1991: The Mets traded Jeff Gardner to the San Diego Padres for Steve Rosenberg.
2000: The Mets traded Bubba Trammell to the San Diego Padres for Donne Wall. The Mets also signed free agents Tsuyoshi Shinjo, Kevin Appier and Steve Trachsel.
2008: The Mets traded Aaron Heilman, Endy Chavez, Joe Smith, Jason Vargas, Maikel Cleto, Ezequiel Carrera and Mike Carp to the Seattle Mariners for Sean Green, J. J. Putz and Jeremy Reed. The Mets also drafted Darren O’Day from the Los Angeles Angels.
