Tag: Eric Hosmer

Morning Briefing: Beltrán, Alfonzo, Strawberry Mentoring Mets

Good morning, Mets fans! In his media availability on Wednesday, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters that the team will be having certain guest instructors during spring training. The three that he mentioned are Mets legends Carlos Beltrán, Edgardo Alfonzo and Darryl Strawberry. Mendoza said that the three former big league All-Stars will have lockers and uniforms available to them just...

Mets’ Offense Awakes in 8-5 Victory Over San Diego

The New York Mets (59-37) entered Sunday night’s nationally-televised finale at Citi Field looking to avoid a sweep. Against the San Diego Padres (54-43), the Mets’ bats awoke and New York triumphed to a 8-5 victory. This, specifically led by a big three-run home run via Pete Alonso, as well as some strong pitching (outside of Joely Rodríguez), once again. Worth noting, given the...

Series Preview: Mets Take On Manny Machado and the Padres

After falling behind the Dodgers 2-0 to start their four-game series, the Mets came back in exciting fashion to take the final two games for the series split. They now continue their west coast road trip, as the Mets (37-19) head south to take on the San Diego Padres (33-21) in a three-game series. The Mets’ bats were quiet in the first two games against the Dodgers. Maybe it was the travel out...

Morning Briefing: Mets Looking To Snap Out of Losing Ways

Good Morning, Mets fans! On Saturday, the Mets’ losing streak grew to four games, as they lost to the Braves by a score of 7-1. They look to rebound today to avoid the sweep, as David Peterson faces off against Kyle Wright. The game will be on at 1:10 pm EST and can be seen on SNY. Latest Mets News Infielder Max Moroff was added to the Mets’ taxi squad on Saturday. As he continues...

Game Recap: Paddack, Padres Dominate Mets 4-0

The New York Mets (16-19) were defeated by the San Diego Padres (20-16) by a score of 4-0 Monday night at Petco Park. Rookie starting pitcher Chris Paddack continued his dominance, pitching 8 2/3 shutout innings, striking out 11 Mets and allowing only four hits. (Box Score) Hitting The Padres rolled out their prized young starter Chris Paddack and he was electric, showcasing a mid-90s fastball,...

The 2019 All-Free Agent Team

As we get ready to enter the month of February in 2019, there’s still a significant amount of talent left on the free agent board. Pitchers and catchers starts reporting in less than two weeks and full squads for a few teams begin on Feb. 16. Big-time deals happening this late in the offseason is becoming common practice with the San Diego Padres signing Eric Hosmer for eight years on Feb....

Oswalt Has Solid Performance, Left Game Early With Jammed Hand

Corey Oswalt started for the Mets today against the San Diego Padres in place of the injured Noah Syndergaard, who is currently on the disabled list. The 24-year old began the game with a strikeout of leadoff hitter Travis Jankowski and then retired Carlos Asuaje and Wil Myers on flyouts to get through a one-two-three first inning. However, Oswalt ran into trouble in the second inning as he...

Morning Briefing: Just Keep Waiting…..

Good morning Mets fans! Despite rumors swirling, we still wait for the first major free agent signing of 2018. Latest Mets News  New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo announced at the State of the State address last night that the Syracuse Chiefs’ name will be changed to the Syracuse Mets in 2019. Joel Sherman of the New York Post gets creative in figuring out ways the Mets can solve their...

Morning Briefing: Time to Get Moving!

Good morning Mets fans! There were some offers made, but no deals were completed yet. Latest Mets News  Joel Sherman of the New York Post discusses how quickly fates have changed in Major League Baseball. Latest MLB News  Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports that J.D. Martinez has a five-year offer from the Boston Red Sox. He also reports that Eric Hosmer has a seven-year offer from the San...

Cardinals Remain Involved in Eric Hosmer Sweepstakes, Padres Make Record Offer

Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports that the San Diego Padres have extended a seven-year contract offer to Eric Hosmer. The deal reportedly would be the largest deal handed out to a free agent in franchise history. Original Report- January 2, 1:00 p.m. Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports that the St.Louis Cardinals are still involved in the Eric Hosmer sweepstakes while the team considers a wide...

As 2018 Approaches, An Abundance Of MLB Talent Remains Unsigned

In mere hours, 2017 will be in our rearview mirror and we will welcome the new year. Heading into 2018, many talented MLB players still remain unsigned as Buster Olney of ESPN.com analyzes. It’s been no secret that the 2017 offseason has been slow as molasses in comparison to past years. However, it’s mind-boggling that only one MLB free agent has signed a contract of four or more...

MLB Roundup: First Base Market Shrinking, Reed Talking to Rockies

On Wednesday, two free agent first baseman came off the board with the Washington Nationals signing Matt Adams to a one year, $4 million deal and the Cleveland Indians bringing in Yonder Alonso on a two-year, $16 million deal. The Alonso deal includes a vesting option for a third season. The 29-year-old Adams appeared in 131 games total between the two clubs and hit to a .274/.319/.522 clip in...

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