Mets Rumors: Stephen Drew could be back on shortstop radar
Could Stephen Drew be manning shortstop for the Mets next season if all other options fail?Shortstop rumors are all the rage for the Mets once again this offseason. As the roster stands now, the job...
View ArticleInternational Free Agent Profile: Takashi Toritani
The former Hanshin Tiger shortstop is an unrestricted free agent who seems intent on playing baseball in the United States. Would he be a fit for the Mets?Born June 26, 1981, in Hamura, Tokyo, Japan,...
View ArticleVote for the best Mets defensive play of 2014
The nominees include plenty of awesomeness from Gold Glover Juan Lagares.After determining the Most Regrettable Mets Moment of 2014 yesterday, we turn to a more pleasant category: Best Mets Defensive...
View Article2015 Free Agent Profile: Jed Lowrie
It's no secret that the Mets are in need of an everyday shortstop. Could Jed Lowrie be the solution they're seeking?Jed Lowrie represents an unexciting but potentially stable option at shortstop for...
View ArticleNew Mets hitting coach Kevin Long is not afraid of Citi Field
The recently hired Mets hitting coach joined SiriusXM MLB Network Radio to discuss his new role in Queens.New Mets hitting coach Kevin Long recently joined SiriusXM MLB Network Radio to to discuss the...
View Article2015 Free Agent Profile: Nick Markakis
The outfielder that the Mets didn't sign is still on the market for at least a little while longer.I remember drafting Nick Markakis as a fantasy sleeper back in college. My friend from Maryland was...
View ArticleMets injury update: Bobby Parnell won't be ready for Opening Day
Parnell pitched fantastically for the Mets in 2013, but pitched just one inning in 2014 before going under the knife. Adam Rubin of ESPNNewYork reported on Thursday that GM Sandy Alderson does not...
View ArticleMarlins and Giancarlo Stanton close to record contract
The deal is believed to be worth an astounding $325 million over 13 years.The Miami Marlins and star outfielder Giancarlo Stanton are close to signing the highest-paying contract in major league...
View ArticleMets Morning News: It takes a lot to make a stew, but when it comes to...
Your Saturday morning dose of New York Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.Meet the MetsSandy Alderson says that Bobby Parnell won't be ready for Opening Day but it sounds like once...
View ArticleWhat should the Mets do with Jon Niese, Dillon Gee, and Bartolo Colon?
With a logjam of talented pitchers, how will the Mets address the situation?Earlier this week, we learned of the supposed tiff between New York Mets manager Terry Collins and starting pitcher Jon...
View Article2015 Free Agent Profile: Zach Duke
The 31-year-old had the best year of his career in 2014 with the Brewers. Could Duke be a fit for the Mets bullpen?With much of the talk surrounding the Mets' offseason having to do with filling needs...
View Article2015 Free Agent Profile: Rickie Weeks
While the Mets have no immediate need for a second baseman, if Daniel Murphy were to be traded, Rickie Weeks could provide the Mets with a much-needed power bat. The Mets already seem to have second...
View ArticleCuban infielder Yoan Moncada declared a free agent
The MLB officially named middle infield Cuban propsect Yoan Moncada a free agent today, allowing him to talk with MLB teams. According to Jesse Sanchez of MLB.com, Cuban middle infield prospect Yoan...
View ArticleWith Michael Cuddyer signed, should the Mets sign another qualifying offer...
Doing so would now cost the team just a second-round pick in the 2015 draft.When the deadline to extend qualifying offers to free-agents-to-be passed on November 3, it did not seem like the Mets, of...
View ArticleMets Morning News: Dwight Gooden turns 50, Matt Reynolds could be an option...
Your Sunday morning dose of Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.Meet the MetsDwight Gooden turns 50 years old today, and he spoke to the Post about his struggles with addiction over...
View Article2015 Free Agent Profile: Adam LaRoche
With Anthony Rendon taking over at 3rd base and Ryan Zimmerman shifting to 1st base in 2015, LaRoche will be leaving the Nationals as a free agent this winter. This seems to be excellent news for the...
View ArticleMets Minor League: Brandon Nimmo on track for Triple-A in 2015
Mets GM Sandy Alderson hinted that top prospect Brandon Nimmo may start 2015 in Triple-A after a breakout season in 2014.In an interview with Mike Vorkunov of NJ.com, Sandy Alderson said that Mets top...
View ArticleMets Morning News: Happy birthday to The Franchise and happy belated to the Doc
Your Monday morning dose of New York Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.Meet the MetsJames Rosen writes in the Post about what Tom Seaver means to the Mets and to the city of New...
View Article2014 Mets Season Review: Matt den Dekker
Matt den Dekker showed signs of revitalization after some time in the minors, but is he anything more than a bench player?Matt den Dekker seems to be one of the most debated players on the Mets roster,...
View ArticleJeurys Familia is the Mets' best reliever, and that's why he should not be...
Who should close for the Mets in 2015? While Jeurys Familia seems likely to be the best reliever in the bullpen, it shouldn't be him pitching in the 9th inning.One of the best developments for the Mets...
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