With spring training approaching in 2024, now is a good time to check in on some homegrown talent. Many prospects hope to make an impact during Major League Spring Training, while others hope to do so as backups in the major league games. Several players, however, are simply looking to return to the field. While most of the prospects below have been injured, that won’t diminish their hopes...
Good morning, Mets fans! Mets minor leaguer Josh Hejka posted on his Instagram that he underwent Tommy John surgery. The sidearming righty made it up to Triple-A Syracuse in 2022, posting a 4.70 ERA with 55 strikeouts in 53 2/3 innings across three levels. Hejka has also been a guest on MMO Weekly and even written an article for the site. Latest Mets News Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported...
With his recent hot streak, there is renewed focus on Francisco Álvarez. While the crux of the attention has been on his offense, there needs to be increased attention to the strides he has made defensively. As noted by MMN’s Michael Mayer, the Binghamton Rumble Ponies pitchers have taken note of how Álvarez has worked hard to improve his defense. Notably, they have said,...
Mets fans, an all-new episode is here! This week Mike and I are joined by Mets pitching prospect and Binghamton Rumble Ponies reliever Josh Hejka! The submariner leads all Mets minor league pitchers right now with his 0.42 ERA. He has 25 strikeouts and has allowed only 15 hits in 21 1/3 innings between the Brooklyn Cyclones and Double-A Binghamton this year. Josh had some great conversations...
