Tag: Rafael Montero

Morning Briefing: Rafael Montero Re-Signs With Astros

Good morning, Mets fans! The offseason is starting to heat up. The Astros brought back former Mets prospect Rafael Montero. Meanwhile, the Phillies and White Sox reportedly are showing interest in some top players. Check out what you may have missed Saturday. Latest MLB News According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, Rafael Montero and the Houston Astros agreed on a three-year deal worth $34.5 million....

Report: Astros Sign RP Rafael Montero to Three-Year, $34.5-Million Deal

One of the best relief pitchers is now officially off the market after the Houston Astros re-signed Rafael Montero to a three-year, $34.5-million contract. The deal was first reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN. Montero has opted to return to Houston after enjoying an impressive 2022 season, playing a key role in the Astros winning the World Series in six games over the Philadelphia Phillies....

Morning Briefing: Astros Throw Second World Series No-Hitter Ever

Good morning, Mets fans! The Astros defeated the Phillies 5-0 last night to even the World Series at 2-2. The Astros threw the second-ever World Series no-hitter. Cristian Javier started and pitched the first six innings, then Bryan Abreu, former Met Rafael Montero, and Ryan Pressly each pitched an inning to secure the combined no-hitter. Javier, through a translator, told FOX after the game...

Mets Once Envisioned These Pitchers Leading Them To World Series

Just because the New York Mets lost in the 2022 Wild Card Series to the San Diego Padres does not mean the Mets will somehow not be represented in the World Series. In fact, both teams have some of the once top rated Mets pitching prospects in this series. If you can recall back to the 2014 season, we can remember the Mets had viewed Jacob deGrom as a future reliever. At the time, they did not...

Amazin’ Memories: Jacob DeGrom Pitches Well in Major League Debut

Some organizations, such as the Cardinals, are known for bringing young pitchers up from the minors and letting them debut in low-pressure situations, often out of the bullpen, even if they’re a starter. Then there are the Mets. On this date in 2014, the Mets had a young pitcher make his debut against the New York Yankees. It was the finale of the four-game series, and the real highlight...

Montero, Evans, Callahan Become Free Agents as Mets Trim Roster

On Friday night, the New York Mets made a series of moves to get their 40-man roster in order ahead of free agency, which began at 5:00 p.m. ET. The Mets 40-man roster is now at 38 players. Rafael Montero, who is currently recovering from Tommy John surgery, was outrighted off the 40-man roster, as were Phillip Evans and Jamie Callahan. Montero and Evans elected free agency, and Callahan became...

MLBTR: 2019 Mets Arbitration Projections

Tim Dierkes of MLB Trade Rumors released a predictions list for all 30 teams arbitration-eligible players and what their final salaries will end up being. The Mets have nine players on the roster that are slated to be eligible for arbitration this offseason. In terms of the pitching staff, all four of the young starters pictured above will be hitting arbitration. Jacob deGrom will make the...

Mets Matters Ep. 3: Montero, Rotation, Bullpen, Expectations

In this episode of Mets Matters, we discuss the injury to Rafael Montero and what the implications of that are. We also debate whether or not the Mets should go with an eight-man bullpen or a five-man bench and then discuss the Opening Day rotation and the potential of the “Fab Five.” To end off the show, we give our predictions for the 2018 season and our hot...

Rafael Montero Has Torn UCL, Tommy John Surgery Likely

The New York Mets announced Thursday afternoon that right-hander Rafael Montero has a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his throwing arm and will likely need Tommy John surgery to repair it. Montero, 27, was out of minor-league options and was a fringe candidate to make the Mets’ Opening Day 25-man roster. This settles that debate. Since making his MLB debut in 2014, Montero has pitched to...

Mets Could Move Rafael Montero Before Season

As per Matt Ehalt of The Record, the New York Mets are prepared to trade 27-year-old right-hander Rafael Montero if a deal can be worked out. Montero has not performed well this spring. In 8.2 innings of Grapefruit League work, he’s got an 8.31 ERA, 1.85 WHIP, 10 strikeouts and five walks. With a logjam in the Mets’ rotation already and what looks to be a full relief corps taking...

Rafael Montero Running Out Of Second Chances

Rafael Montero survived the New York Mets roster purge this offseason which saw Chasen Bradford and Josh Smoker head to the Seattle Mariners and Pittsburgh Pirates respectively. The right-hander is out of options meaning he has to be on the Mets 25-man roster to open the season, designated for assignment, released or traded. Meaning the Mets are giving him plenty of rope to prove he’s...

MMO Exclusive: Former Mets Catcher, Rene Rivera

Following the horrific aftermath of Hurricane Maria, which leveled Puerto Rico in late September, destroying homes, the power grid and leading to a continually rising fatality count, celebrities and athletes donated their time and wealth to help aid in the rebuilding process for the island. Understanding the gruesome reality of what had been done to Puerto Rico, former Mets backup catcher Rene...

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