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On Friday, three former Mets, including two members from the 2022 squad, were officially announced as joining new clubs. The Philadelphia Phillies, Oakland A’s, and Los Angeles Dodgers announced the signings of Taijuan Walker, Trevor May, and Noah Syndergaard respectively.
With the Mets last year Taijuan Walker put up a respectable 3.49 ERA in 29 starts with the team, although he faltered down the stretch as he did in 2021. The Phillies introduced him yesterday with a press conference, after it was reported on December 6 by ESPN’s Jeff Passan that he had signed a four-year, $72 million contract with the team.
Although he struggled with both injury and productivity in 2021, the A’s announced they officially signed Trevor May to a contract. Jeff Passan once again confirmed the numbers, a one-year, $7 million deal.
Though he wasn’t on the 2022 team, it is still noteworthy that the Dodgers officially announced the signing of Noah Syndergaard to a one-year, $13 million contract. In addition to their announcement, the team made a hype video for Syndergaard. He spent last year with the Angels and Phillies after spending parts of six seasons with the Mets.
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According to Tim Healey of Newsday, the Mets will introduce Justin Verlander in a press conference at 10 A.M. next Tuesday.
The Mets officially announced the minor league signings of Tommy Hunter, Jimmy Yacabonis, Abraham Almonte, José Peraza, and Sean Reid-Foley.
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Jesse Rogers of ESPN reported that Andrew Benintendi signed a five-year contract wiht the White Sox. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic added that it is for a total of $75 million.
The Red Sox announced that they designated Eric Hosmer for assignment.
Joey Gallo and the Twins agreed to a one-year, $11 million contract.
Jon Heyman of the New York post reports that Max Kepler is getting a lot of trade interest in the wake of the Joey Gallo signing.
The Braves announced that they have acquired Hoy Park from the Red Sox in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations.
Rob Bradford reported that the Orioles have shown interest in Michael Wacha and Rich Hill.
Former Met Patrick Mazeika and the Los Angeles Dodgers agreed to a minor league contract.
After adding Chris Bassitt to their 40-man roster, the Blue Jays designated another former Met in Anthony Kay for assignment.
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John Sheridan assessed the state of the Mets’ catching situation with the recent addition of Omar Narváez.
Matt Lazaro profiled free agent Adam Ottavino and discusses a potential reunion with the Mets.
On the latest episode of MMO Weekly, Michael Mayer joins Sal Manzo to discuss some of the latest Mets’ signings and rumors.
Robby Waldrop took a closer look at the Mets’ newest minor league free agent signings.
On This Date in Mets History
1999: With the departure of John Olerud to the Mariners in free agency, the Mets signed Todd Zeile to be the team’s first baseman. Although it was tough to replace the steadiness and productivity Olerud offered, Zeile had one of his better seasons in the big leagues in 2000 and helped lead the Mets to the World Series.
Birthdays: Daniel Vogelbach (30), Josh Edgin (36), Dale Thayer (42), Edwin Almonte (46), Bob Ojeda (65)
