Update 4/3/23: Darin Ruf has cleared waivers and been released by the New York Mets. Original: According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the Mes have designated Darin Ruf for assignment and will purchase the contract of Tim Locastro for the last spot on their bench. Ruf has struggled this spring after posting only a .413 OPS in 28 games for the Mets last season. The Mets traded 3B/1B J.D....
As the 2023 Opening Day approaches, Mets’ 1B/DH Darin Ruf is not making a case for his placement on the initial roster. In fact, he is doing quite the opposite as he has a mere three hits in 23 at-bats. Consequently, his batting line of .130/.200/.174 is not an encouraging sign as he is continuing to hit poorly, which has been the common theme of his short Mets career. Ruf, 36, was...
Add another notch to the story of Darin Ruf and the New York Mets. Mets manager Buck Showalter stated that the designated hitter received an injection in his right wrist, and will more than likely need at least two to three days before he can begin any hitting activity. When asked about the wrist, Ruf stated to reporters that this was something he’d like to take care of at the current...
The New York Mets are looking into the possibility of trading veteran utility player Darin Ruf this offseason, according to Mike Puma of The New York Post. Ruf is under contract for the 2023 season but he will earn just $3 million, which makes him ideal trade bait and his cost-effective contract can easily be absorbed. As a result, the Mets are now exploring potential trades for the veteran as...
