Tag: success

Jose Butto’s New Cutter: Key to MLB Success?

Every year, pitchers come to spring training with new toys, whether that be increased velocity, added strength and durability, or a new pitch. In Jose Butto’s case in 2023, his new toy is a cutter. Butto is looking to build on a career year in 2022 which included his MLB debut, a successful run in Triple-A Syracuse, and 135 total innings on the season after signing with the Mets as an...

Mets Must Drastically Upgrade at DH Spot For 2023 Success

There is a laundry list of items the New York Mets must check off this winter if they are to taste success in 2023. Revamping the designated hitter position should be at the top of the list. As good as the Mets were for the most part in 2022, their lineup was flawed and the DH spot was probably the biggest indicator of that. In order to be successful in the majors, especially in the postseason,...