David Stearns and Carlos Mendoza want to bring a fresh approach to the Mets, but also believe in maintaining a degree of continuity. After announcing at Mendoza’s introductory press conference this past Tuesday that Jeremy Hefner would return for his fifth season as pitching coach, SNY reported on Friday that bench coach Eric Chavez will also remain with the Mets, but return to the role of...
There’s no person better for Edwin Diaz to have turned to than Pedro Martinez, is there? A Hall of Famer, an eight-time All-Star, a three-time Cy Young Pitcher, and a former Met — Diaz reached out to one of the best this offseason for advice on his rocky 2019 season. Diaz was very candid about this seeking guidance and putting in offseason work at the Mets’ inaugural Fan Fest...
The St. Lucie Mets announced their coaching staff for the upcoming 2020 season with some returning faces and newcomers joining the Class High-A Affiliate. Chad Kreuter returns for his fourth season as the team’s manager, becoming the first manager in team history to work a fourth consecutive season. Sources told this writer weeks ago that the organization has remained high on Kreuter as a...
Nicole Menner of WBNG 12 News reports the New York Mets have announced Lorenzo Bundy as the new manager for the Double-A Binghamton Rumble Ponies. The Mets had a managerial vacancy in Binghamton after Kevin Boles was promoted to become the organization’s minor league field coordinator. Bundy, 60, began his coaching career in 1989. In addition to being a minor league coach and manager, he...
The Mets announced that they have finalized new manager Carlos Beltran’s coaching staff for the 2020 season. Retaining his job as hitting coach is Chili Davis, who led the Mets to one of the better offenses in the NL in 2019. Tom Slater will be joining the staff as assistant hitting coach, while Jeremy Accardo will be joining the major league staff as assistant pitching coach. Some other roles...
Good morning, Mets fans! Latest Mets News The Mets re-signed Brad Brach to a one-year deal contract with a player option for 2021. Consequently, to make room on the 40-man roster, the Mets designated Chris Flexen for assignment. Former Mets Wilfredo Tovar has just signed with the Minnesota Twins according to MMO’s own, Jacob Resnick. Latest MLB News The Padres acquired Tommy Pham and Jake...
Just under a week ago, the Mets tabbed their new bench coach to work as new manager Carlos Beltran’s right hand man: Hensley Meulens. Meulens, 52, has been involved with professional baseball since signing with the New York Yankees as an undrafted free agent in 1985 out of Willemstad, Curacao. The outfielder didn’t see much success when he ultimately reached the majors in 1989. He...
Diversity has been a looming issue in the baseball world since its infancy. One particular diversity concern that has gained attention over the last several weeks is the representation of women in front offices, in coaching positions, and even in management roles. As of recently, teams seem to be making strides in giving women a seat at the table and an opportunity to make their mark. Since...
Former Mets legend Mike Piazza announced Wednesday morning that he will manage Team Italy in the European Tournament next year and the World Baseball Classic in 2021. Piazza was finally inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2016 and the Mets also retired his No. 31 that year as well. The 12-time All-Star and 10-time Silver Slugger Award winner is widely regarded as the greatest hitting catcher of...
Good Morning Mets fans! Latest Mets News According to Andy Martino of SNY, one reliever the Mets will target this offseason is RHP Dellin Betances. While speaking at the GM meetings, Brodie Van Wagenen indicated David Peterson may be making his Major League debut in 2020. According to Jon Heyman of MLB Network, the Mets and Chili Davis are close to an agreement that would bring him back as their...
When it comes to discussing how Carlos Beltran will fare as the Mets manager, there are few people who could have the level of insight Carlos Delgado has. In addition to being teammates on the 2006 – 2009 Mets, the two have their experiences from the Puerto Rican World Baseball Classic teams. In 2006, they were teammates for Puerto Rico. In 2013 and 2017, Delgado would the the hitting...
Omar Minaya became the Mets general manager following a disappointing 2004 season. He quickly made his mark by signing two stars in Pedro Martinez and Carlos Beltran. Beltran was coming off a good regular season between the Royals and Astros, and a monster postseason with Houston following a midseason trade. The switch-hitter would play parts of seven seasons with the Mets, becoming one of the...
