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Jessica Mendoza has resigned from her job as special advisor for the New York Mets. Brodie Van Wagenen and the Mets released a statement on her resignation. According to Andrew Marchand of the New York Post, Mendoza has resigned as Mets advisor and will continue to work for ESPN. It was later reporter, by AP Sports, that she had signed a contract extension with ESPN, but will remain there as an analyst, according to AP Sports.
Brian Schneider is going to assume the role of quality control coach in lieu of Luis Rojas‘ promotion to manager. The Mets announce this hire on Twitter. Schneider was supposed to serve as Triple-A manager for the Syracuse Mets. He spent the last four years as catching coach for the Miami Marlins. After his 13-year career playing professional ball, he managed the Single-A affiliate for the Marlins.
Latest MLB News
The Boston Red Sox’s manager search is rumored to be over. MLBTR writer, Steve Adams, reported that the team plans to hire Ron Roenicke as their 47th manager.
Speaking of the Red Sox, MLB Commissioner, Rob Manfred, believes that he will come to a conclusion on the Red Sox possible cheating scandal next week, according to AP Sports.
The Dodgers have agreed to a two-year deal with INF/OF Chris Taylor, according to Ken Gurnick of MLB.
Marly Rivera of ESPN, reported that Kendrys Morales has officially announced his retirement from Major League Baseball.
Bob Nightengale, of USA Today, reported that the San Francisco Giants have signed both OF Billy Hamilton and RHP Nick Vincent to minor league contracts.
Hunter Pence is going back to the San Francisco Giants, his deal is official according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network.
The MLBPA made an announcement on Friday afternoon stating that the reported deal between the Dodgers, Red Sox, Twins, and Angels must be resolved as soon a possible as it is unfair to the players and their families to have their fate in limbo. The Players Association also mentioned that the “unethical leaking of medical information” is unacceptable and reveals how players are “treated as commodities” rather than people.
Baseball America posted an article ranking the minor league baseball broadcasts.
Sean Forman was awarded SABR‘s Conference Lifetime Achievement award.
Reliever, Jake Petricka, is in agreement with the Toronto Blue Jays, according to Robert Murray.
The Texas Rangers have signed RHP Cody Allen to a minor-league deal with an invite to major league spring training.
Cameron Rupp was signed to a minor-league deal by the Cleveland Indians and was invited to major league camp.
Latest on MMO
Pat Ragazzo wrote about just how important is it for Jeurys Familia to perform this upcoming season in order for the Mets to reach their potential.
Mike Mayer continues MMO,’s Top 30 Mets prospect list with No. 18, RHP Dedniel Nunez.
Jack Hendon engages fans with an article on how former Met, Pedro Martinez, has helped Edwin Diaz prepare for the 2020 season.
On This Date in Mets History
1979: Jesse Orosco becomes the PTBNL in the Mets trade of Jerry Koosman to the Twins.
