Tag: Yasmani Grandal

It’s Time to Move On From Wilson Ramos

Following the 2018 campaign, the New York Mets knew they needed to improve their catching position over the offseason and general manager Brodie Van Wagenen was determined to land one of the top backstops in the league. And he nearly pulled it off. Just a few months after the Boston Red Sox were crowned World Series champions, Van Wagenen explored the free-agent market and offered a lucrative...

Brewers Close to $200 Million Deal With Christian Yelich

The Milwaukee Brewers are reportedly nearing a more-than $200 million extension with outfielder Christian Yelich. Tuesday afternoon, Ken Rosenthal reported in The Athletic that major league sources told the publication the outfielder and organization are closing in on a massive deal for the 28-year-old. Yelich, who is currently on a seven-year, $49.57 million deal, is expected to be a valued...

Wilson Ramos Showcasing Power Early In Spring Training

After watching the way the last season played out, there were some very fair concerns about whether the New York Mets signed the right catcher when they inked Wilson Ramos to a two-year, $19 million deal. Yasmani Grandal had originally been their first free agent target the winter they signed Ramos, but they could not come to terms on a deal. Instead, Grandal signed a one-year deal with the...

MLB Rumor Roundup: White Sox Keep Pedal To The Metal

Sox Interested In Castellanos According to Jon Morosi of MLB Network, the White Sox are interested in former Cub and Tiger, Nicholas Castellanos. Jon Heyman of MLB Network also notes the Sox are in serious pursuit of designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion. Castellanos, 27, originally came up with the Tigers as a third baseman, but turned out to be one of the worst defensive third basemen of...

Wilson Ramos Needs To Cut Down On Ground Balls In 2020

The New York Mets have a few roster needs to handle this winter in advance of Opening Day in March. Even with Yasmani Grandal back on the free-agent market (before the Chicago White Sox signed him) and Brodie Van Wagenen’s reported interest in Robinson Chirinos, the general manager recently gave his current starting backstop, Wilson Ramos, a vote of confidence moving forward. The...

MLB Rumor Roundup: Mariners Looking to Trade Narvaez

Dodgers Looking Big According to Jon Heyman of MLB Network, the Dodgers are looking at the three top free agents in third baseman Anthony Rendon and right-handers Stephen Strasburg and Gerrit Cole. Heyman notes that the Dodgers can afford to go big, but also expect to remain disciplined this offseason. The Dodgers current projected fifth starter is Tony Gonsolin, both Alex Wood and Rich Hill are...

Morning Briefing: Wilson Ramos and Mets Deliver Over 2,000 Turkeys

Good morning Mets fans! Wilson Ramos spent time on Thursday with Mets team employees in giving out over 2,000 turkeys to families in need ahead of Thanksgiving. The “MetsGiving” initiative worked alongside local food banks to deliver the turkeys to families across all five boroughs in New York City. Latest Mets News Pete Alonso and Jacob deGrom were named to ESPN’s inaugural...

Wilson Ramos Working Hard To Improve This Offseason

New York Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen gave starting backstop Wilson Ramos a vote of confidence from the GM Meetings in Scottsdale, Arizona last week, insisting that the Mets “have a starting catcher in [Ramos]”, adding, “We expect to go into the season with [Ramos] as our guy.” While handing out Thanksgiving turkeys with the Mets in Elmhurst, Queens on...

MLB News: White Sox Sign Yasmani Grandal

The White Sox announced on Thursday they’ve signed All-Star catcher Yasmani Grandal. The deal is four-years, $73 million, making it the largest contract in franchise history. Grandal, 31, is one of the best offensive catchers in the game and an impressive defensive catcher, ranking No. 3 defensively by Baseball Prospectus, with his 20.1 FRAA being one of the best in the game. The...

Brodie Van Wagenen Gives Wilson Ramos Vote Of Confidence

New York Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen spoke to the media from the GM Meetings in Arizona on Monday evening with regards to New York’s situation behind the plate heading into the 2020 season. As per a video posted by Deesha Thosar of the New York Daily News, Van Wagenen declared that the Mets, “have a starting catcher in Wilson Ramos”, adding, “We expect to go...

Morning Briefing: Alonso, DeGrom Expected To Be Honored Tonight

Good morning Mets fans! Today, BBWAA will announce their Awards finalists on MLB Network at 6 p.m. Jacob deGrom is expected to win the Cy Young Award, while Pete Alonso is expected to win the National League Rookie of the Year award. Latest Mets News Howie Rose was inducted into the New York Baseball Hall of Fame. David Lennon advocates for additional spending from the Wilpons this winter. Tim...

MMO Free Agent Profile: Yasmani Grandal, C

Yasmani Grandal, Catcher Bats/Throws: Switch/Right Age: November 8, 1988 (30) Traditional Stats: 632 PA, .246/.380/.468, 28 HR, 26 2B, 2 3B, 77 RBIs, 109 BB, 139 K Advanced Stats: 121 wRC+, -5.1 BsR, .361 wOBA, 5.2 fWAR; +1 DRS, 17 FRM (FanGraphs) Grandal, a Cuban native, began his professional career in the Cincinnati Reds system after being drafted by the club in the first round (12th overall)...

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