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Good morning, Mets fans!
After signing three position players in one day, the Mets have shifted gears to focus their busy offseason discussions on pitching. Multiple sources have mentioned the Mets as one of the possibilities for Kevin Gausman’s landing spot, as he nears his decision.
For more on the Mets’ latest offseason developments and other news throughout baseball, let’s get into the morning briefing.
Latest Mets News
Per Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the Mets’ offseason focus is currently on pitching. One pitcher Sherman believes they should watch is Jon Gray.
According to Andy Martino of SNY, per sources, the Mets have had conversations with Scott Boras and Max Scherzer, but are not “overly optimistic” about anything happening.
Latest MLB News
According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Seattle Mariners are acquiring second baseman/outfielder Adam Frazier as part of a trade with the San Diego Padres that will send left-handed relief pitcher Ray Kerr and outfielder Corey Rosier to San Diego.
Per Jim Salisbury of NBC Philly, Hector Neris has agreed to a two-year deal with the Houston Astros. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic confirmed, stating the agreement is for $17 milllion.
According to Jon Heyman of MLB Network, Pablo Sandoval intends to play in 2022.
Per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Los Angeles Angels are planning to hire Phil Nevin as their third base coach and are in conversations with Wayne Kirby about their first base opening.
Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported on Twitter that according to a source, Yimi Garcia has agreed to a contract with the Toronto Blue Jays.
Morosi also reported that free agent Kevin Gausman is expected to agree to a contract in the next few days. Per sources the deal is likely to be a five-year deal.
Latest on MMO
Brian Wright recalls November 27, 1967 when Gil Hodges became the Mets’ manager after a swap with the Senators.
John Flanigan discusses the Mets switching their focus to starting pitching after a busy offseason Friday.
Mojo Hill assesses the Mets’ acquisition of Eduardo Escobar.
Rich Sparago discusses why an MLB lockout could be near and the Mets becoming active in the free agency and trade market.
Dan Quinones writes a 2021 Mets Report Card on catcher James McCann.
Alex Horowitz discusses the Mets’ boosted outfield with the additions of Marte and Canha.
On This Date in Mets History
2005: Left-handed pitcher Billy Wagner signs a $43 million, four-year contract with the Mets. That deal gave him the highest average salary for a relief pitcher in baseball history to date.
Birthdays: Raul Valdes (44), Randy Milligan (60), Bill Short (84)
Let’s go Mets!
