Good morning, Mets fans! General manager Billy Eppler spoke on Friday about Mark Vientos and why he has not been called up to the major league club yet despite a scorching hot start in Triple-A. Eppler noted that there are several factors that play into it such as Vientos’ development and usage, but said a potential promotion is “definitely on our radar and something we’re...
Carlos Beltrán arrived at Clover Park on Wednesday and took some time to talk with the media about what it means to him to be back with the organization as a special assistant to Mets GM Billy Eppler. The former All-Star also spoke about his transition from manager, to TV commentator, to now being back with the organization three years later. It was a moment that just looked and felt right as...
The New York Mets announced on Thursday afternoon that they’ve hired Carlos Beltrán to be a special assistant to general manager Billy Eppler. Beltrán returns to an organization that he played for, and was very briefly the manager of during the 2019-2020 offseason. “Carlos had an exceptional playing career, including several special years here in Queens,” Eppler said. “I’ve known Carlos...
Good morning, Mets fans! Tim Healey of Newsday captured Buck Showalter’s response to the Mets hiring Carlos Beltrán as a special assistant to Billy Eppler: “That’s a great addition for us. … As much as Carlos is willing to do (regarding on-field instruction), I’ll take him.” Beltran was selected for nine All-Star games, won three Gold Gloves, and earned two Silver Slugger...
Carlos Beltrán is a controversial figure around baseball due to his role in the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal, but the Mets clearly believe the pros of bringing him onboard outweigh the cons. It was reported earlier this week that Beltrán will be joining the Mets front office as a special assistant to Billy Eppler. This comes three years after Beltrán’s short stint as Mets manager...
According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, former New York Mets’ outfielder Carlos Beltrán is rejoining the organization in a front office role. Heyman, at the time, explained that his specific role is unknown, but Beltrán was expected to serve under general manager Billy Eppler in some capacity. Mark Feinsand of MLB.com later confirmed that Beltrán’s role is ‘Special Assistant’ to the...
MLB writers are notorious for being sticklers when casting their ballots for Hall of Fame inductees. This year in particular, a certain former Met is getting learning that lesson. Carlos Beltrán made his debut on the Hall of Fame ballot at the end of the 2022 MLB season. The former Met retired in 2017 and appeared to be a no-doubt Hall of Famer. Beltrán finished his career with 435 home runs,...
Sixty-two Hall of Fame ballots have been publicly released, kept track by Ryan Thibodaux and the Hall of Fame Ballot Tracker team. Among those early returns we’ve seen increased love for Todd Helton (+11 votes), Andruw Jones (+11), Jeff Kent (+12), Gary Sheffield (+13), and Billy Wagner (+12). These returning members are trending toward higher voting percentage than last year but only two,...
This offseason, we’re looking at the Mets’ history with free agency. The No. 3-ranked entry was Billy Wagner — a dominant closer beginning in 2006. Next up was another member of that ’06 club, who remains still under-appreciated for his standout and steady play at the plate and in the field. He parlayed an astounding 2004 playoff performance into a free-agency bidding war. New...
Although Carlos Beltrán never actually managed a game with the Mets, it’s clear the franchise still believes he could bring something valuable to the dugout. According to the New York Post’s Mike Puma, the Mets reached out to Beltrán about potentially joining the team’s coaching staff, but the former All-Star indicated he was not interested in that type of role with the club....
Carlos Beltran is officially eligible for the Baseball Hall of Fame, after being added to the 2023 BBWAA ballot earlier this week alongside some other former Mets like R.A. Dickey and Francisco Rodriguez. Beltrán is one of the more intriguing names to be added to the ballot, and his Hall of Fame candidacy is sure to stir up debate. Beltrán’s on-field numbers speak for themselves. He is one...
The 2023 Baseball Writers’ Association of America Hall of Fame ballot has been released. A few former Mets have been added to the ballot while some return as they build off strong showings last year. This years new additions include: Bronson Arroyo, Carlos Beltrán, Matt Cain, R.A. Dickey, Jacoby Ellsbury, Andre Ethier, J.J. Hardy, John Lackey, Mike Napoli, Jhonny Peralta, Francisco...
