Mets farm system ranked fifth in baseball by Baseball Prospectus
BP cites the Mets' organization as one of the most balanced in the game.Baseball Prospectus has released its rankings of Major League Baseball's farm systems and says the Mets have the fifth-best in...
View ArticleAmazin' Avenue's Top 25 Mets Prospects for 2015
The Amazin Avenue minor league team weighs in on this year's top 25 prospects in the Mets farm system.After a week climbing to the top of the Mets farm system, we finally have it: Amazin' Avenue's list...
View ArticleNelson Figueroa joins SNY as studio analyst
SNY has found their replacement for Bobby Ojeda.SNY has come to terms with former Met Nelson Figueroa to be its new studio analyst for the upcoming season, as first reported by Newsday. Figueroa will...
View ArticleJust how far has Jose Reyes' defense fallen?
Jose Reyes is known for his exciting play, speed, and even injuries. But what about his declining defense?Jose Reyes plays the game of baseball like a Disney character: effortless in creating magic and...
View ArticleWilmer Flores is a potential 20 HR shortstop, and that deserves your attention
Flores has major question marks about his defense, but I lay out a case for why I think he can make it at the position. The Mets have been subject to some criticism this off season for not shoring up...
View ArticleBobby Parnell to start 2015 regular season on disabled list
The right-handed relief pitcher underwent Tommy John Surgery last April.Adam Rubin is reporting today that Bobby Parnell will miss the beginning of the regular season due to his ongoing recovery from...
View ArticleMets Morning News: Young relievers will hold down the fort until Bobby...
Your Wednesday morning dose of New York Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.Meet the MetsBobby Parnell is likely to miss 2-3 weeks at the start of the regular season. It's not a...
View Article2015 Mets Season Preview: Juan Lagares
Now officially a Gold Glove winner, Lagares looks to stay on the field and continue to improve at the plate, all while providing spectacular center field defense in 2015.One of the larger questions...
View Article2015 Mets Season Preview: Lucas Duda
After Ike Davis was traded to the Pirates in April, Lucas Duda made the Mets front office look great with a breakout 30 home run season. Can the big guy repeat or even improve a bit in 2015?An...
View ArticleMets Morning News: Bobby Parnell wants to close upon his return
Your Thursday morning dose of Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.Meet the MetsBobby Parnellexpects to resume closing once he is fully ready to return from elbow surgery, but also...
View Article2015 Mets Season Preview: Carlos Torres
Carlos Torres became another overused Mets bullpen arm, yet he handled it quite well. Can he put together another solid season?For the first two months of the 2014 season, the Mets' bullpen was in...
View Article2015 Mets Season Preview: Curtis Granderson
A two-time member of the 40-home run club, Curtis Granderson looks to bounce back from a subpar debut in Queens.When the Mets inked Curtis Granderson to a four-year, $60 million deal in December 2013,...
View ArticleMets land seven prospects in Baseball America's Top 100
Noah Syndergaard tops the organization's rankings at #11 overall.The Mets’ farm system continues to receive attention this offseason, with the latest praise coming from Baseball America’s Top 100...
View ArticleMets Morning News: Buddy can opt out of contract, Niese opts in on Wilmer
Your Friday morning dose of New York Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.Meet the MetsPitchers and catchers reported to camp at Port St. Lucie yesterday! Baseball is back even though...
View Article2015 Mets Season Preview: Jacob deGrom
The reigning National League Rookie of the Year now carries the burden of expectations after bursting onto the big league scene in 2014.When Jacob deGrom reached the major leagues for the first time...
View ArticleSandy Alderson talks Harvey, Parnell, Plawecki in first spring training press...
There was a lot of fluff, but also some interesting comments in Friday's presser.Sandy Alderson met the press at Port St. Lucie today and answered some questions regarding the offseason, possible...
View ArticleMets Morning News: There will be no Stephen Strasburg situation for Matt...
Your Saturday morning dose of New York Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.Meet the MetsHow good is the Mets rotation? It looks like it could be pretty good.The Mets are officially...
View Article2015 Mets Season Preview: Jeurys Familia
Jeurys Familia is a major reason the Mets' bullpen could be their best in years.Like many relievers before him, Jeurys Familia began his baseball life as a starting pitcher. Upon completing a breakout...
View ArticleMets won't skip Matt Harvey's starts in 2015
Tommy John surgery be damned, Terry Collins isn't planning on skipping any of Matt Harvey's starts this year.Terry Collins confirmed today that Matt Harvey will get the opportunity to pitch in one of...
View ArticleBobby Parnell's role not set in stone for Mets' bullpen
Terry Collins wants Bobby Parnell to be prepared to be the closer in 2015, but isn't against staying with the hot hand. During Saturday's first full team workout, Terry Collins was very candid about...
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