Tag: free agency

Morning Briefing: Jonah Tong Likely to Start 2026 in Triple-A

Good morning, Mets fans! Per Jon Heyman of the New York Post, Mets pitcher Jonah Tong is likely to begin the season in Triple-A. Tong, still just 22, recorded a 7.71 ERA in five big league starts last year, but has been brilliant when pitching in the minor leagues. The Mets still have high hopes for Tong, which is why they withheld him from trade talks with the Brewers for Freddy Peralta,...

Morning Briefing: Francisco Lindor Won’t Play in WBC

Good morning, Mets fans! The Major League Baseball Players Association announced that Francisco Lindor will not play in the World Baseball Classic. Lindor had a small cleanup procedure on his right elbow following the 2025 season and that made him ineligible to play because of insurance constraints. Lindor is expected to be fully healthy for spring training later this month. There have been...

Morning Briefing: Carlos Mendoza Praises Luis Robert Jr.

Good morning, Mets fans! Manager Carlos Mendoza appeared on Foul Territory Friday. He spoke about Luis Robert Jr., calling the new Met “one of the best” when healthy. The Mets will hope their new center fielder can stay healthy and tap into his potential, which would give the team a massive boost in 2026. Latest Mets News SNY Director John DeMarsico announced on Twitter that he is...

Morning Briefing: Bo Bichette Nearly Had Agreement With Phillies

Good morning, Mets fans! The big news from Friday was that the Mets signed infielder Bo Bichette to a three-year, $126 million contract with opt-outs after Years 1 and 2. The news was first reported by Will Sammon of The Athletic. Bichette is the Mets’ answer after losing the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes to the Dodgers. Bichette is a career .294 batter who hit .311/.357/.483/.840 with 18 home...

Morning Briefing: Mets Opening Day to Air on NBC and Peacock

Good morning, Mets fans! The Mets’ 2026 Opening Day matchup against the Pirates will be nationally televised as part of NBC and Peacock’s Opening Day doubleheader. The game will air at 1:00 p.m. ET on March 26 and will be followed by the Diamondbacks and Dodgers at 8:00 p.m. ET. The game is likely to feature this new-look Mets team against Pittsburgh ace Paul Skenes. The Mets will be...

Top Remaining Free Agents According To Fangraphs WAR

As seemingly has been the case the last few offseasons, Major League Baseball’s free agency has been crawling. With roughly 36 days until pitchers and catchers report on February 10, there are still several marquee free agents available on the market. The below is a list of these remaining free agents organized by projected 2026 Fangraphs’ wins above replacement (WAR). All the...

Morning Briefing: Mark Vientos to Represent Nicaragua in WBC

Good morning, Mets fans! Mark Vientos will represent Nicaragua at the upcoming World Baseball Classic. Vientos was born in Connecticut and went to high school in Florida, but his mom was born in Nicaragua while his dad was born in the Dominican Republic. Notable players who represented Nicaragua in the 2023 WBC include Jonathan Loáisiga and Erasmo Ramírez. Latest Mets News The Mets posted a...

Free Agent Profile: Kenley Jansen, RP

Kenley Jansen, RP Position: RP B/T: S/R Age: 38 (9/30/1987) 2025 Traditional Stats: 62 G, 47 GF, 0 HLD, 29 SV, 1 BS, 59 IP, 5-4, 2.59 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, 57 SO, 19 BB 2025 Advanced Stats: 165 ERA+, 24.4% K%, 8.1% BB%, 3.75 xERA, 3.98 FIP, 4.04 xFIP, 1 bWAR, 0.6 fWAR Rundown With 476 saves, Kenley Jansen is one of the most accomplished closers in MLB history. He already has the fourth-most saves in...

Passan: Mets in Mix for Schwarber, Valdez, Tucker

ESPN baseball reporter Jeff Passan warmed up the hot stove Monday and had the Mets involved in free agent rumors for Kyle Tucker, Kyle Schwarber, Cody Bellinger and Framber Valdez. He also has Jeff McNeil likely on the way out via trade. Passan said Schwarber, the 32-year-old designated hitter, who hit 56 homers and drove in 132 while finishing second in MVP voting, “might be the likeliest...

Morning Briefing: Mets Agree to Terms with Tyrone Taylor

Good morning, Mets fans! The Mets agreed to a one-year, $3.8 million contract with Tyrone Taylor to avoid arbitration. Taylor’s 2025 season was a disappointment as he owned just a .598 OPS, though he continued to bring stellar defense. Taylor is likely to begin 2026 as the Mets’ fourth outfielder, with the Mets actively seeking an upgrade over him in center field. Latest Mets News...

Morning Briefing: Mets Announce Pair of Minor League Signings

Good morning, Mets fans! The Mets announced that they signed infielders Jose Rojas and Jackson Cluff to minor league deals with invites to spring training. Rojas has 83 games of major league experience with the Angels, owning a .584 OPS. Cluff spent 2025 with the Nationals’ Triple-A squad, recording a .771 OPS. Latest Mets News The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal argues the “perfect...

Five Free Agents the Mets Should Target This Winter

On the heels of an immensely disappointing season – one that saw a team with lofty expectations miss out on the playoffs on the final day of the year – the Mets have their work cut out for them this offseason. With beloved closer Edwin Díaz and franchise home run leader Pete Alonso entering free agency, and a pitching staff that faltered down the stretch, the team faces a glaring need across the...

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