Bartolo Colon: The Mets' new R.A. Dickey?
It's been a strange journey for one of the oldest pitchers in baseball.By the standards of professional baseball, Bartolo Colon is old. Among major league starting pitchers last year, the 40-year-old...
View ArticleMarlins History: Carlos Delgado Signs With Marlins
Nine years ago, on January 25, 2005, Carlos Delgado agrees to terms with the Marlins.Editor's note: Due to scheduling conflicts completely on my part, this excellent piece by Pedro Figueroa was left...
View ArticleMets Afternoon News for February 4, 2014
Your post-snow day dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links. Meet the MetsYesterday, the Mets added some bullpen depth as they brought 37-year-old Kyle Farnsworth aboard. The Mets are also...
View ArticleMets reportedly made offer to Stephen Drew
Could the Mets be close to bringing in an upgrade at shortstop?The New York Mets have reportedly made an offer to 30-year-old shortstop Stephen Drew, according to Mike Francesa of WFAN. The report was...
View ArticleStephen Drew rumors: Mets make offer to free agent SS
Stephen Drew might be in the process of finally finding a home with the Mets.The Mets have made an offer to free-agent shortstop Stephen Drew, according to a report from WFAN's Mike Francesa.Drew has...
View ArticleStephen Drew rumors: Mets make offer to free agent shortstop
If Drew works out a deal with the Mets, the Red Sox get another draft pick.Update: Or the Mets didn't make an offer. No one knows anymore. Someone do something!According to a source with knowledge of...
View ArticleJose Rodriguez and Kyle Johnson, Top Angels Prospect Performances
Keep in mind that this is not a traditional top prospect list because it focuses entirely on 2013 contributions. I rank guys according to advanced metrics which, for position players, include batting...
View ArticleMets Morning News: The search for astronauts continues
Your Wednesday morning dose of New York Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.Meet the MetsReports came out yesterday that the Mets made an offer to shortstop Stephen Drew, though the...
View ArticleStephen Drew free agency: Mets a 'long shot' for shortstop
Who really knows where Drew is going to end up? The Mets sure are mentioned an awful lot, though.Executives with the New York Mets believe the club is a "long shot" to sign free agent shortstop Stephen...
View ArticleMets Stat Of The Day: Kyle Farnsworth's declining velocity
Kyle Farnsworth is getting older. Kyle Farnsworth's velocity has been decreasing. Kyle Farnsworth has been less effective. These things are all related.Recent Mets acquisition Kyle Farnsworth is known...
View ArticleDon't write off Cesar Puello because of Biogenesis
Cesar Puello had his best MiLB season shortly after being connected in some way to the infamous Biogenesis clinic. Is it just coincidence, or should we be worried that Puello won't be able to repeat...
View Article2014 Second Base Draft Strategy
How should you approach drafting a second baseman in 2014?Second base looks to be a bit of an odd position in 2014. The position is dominated by one player (which is nothing new - Chase Utley and...
View ArticleDodgers sign Justin Turner to minor league deal
The Dodgers have signed Justin Turner to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training.The Dodgers have signed Justin Turner to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training,...
View ArticleDodgers sign Justin Turner to minor league contract
The former Mets infielder will get a chance to compete for a roster spot in Dodgers' camp.The Los Angeles Dodgers have reached agreement on a minor league contract with infielder Justin Turner, as...
View ArticleBaseball America releases top-31 Mets prospects ranking
The storied baseball publication gives their take on the best and brightest in the Mets farm system.Earlier today Baseball America released its ranking of the best 31 prospects within the Mets...
View ArticleFormer Bloomberg aide Haeda Mihaltses joins Mets as Director of External Affairs
Haeda Mihaltses, a former high-level aide to Mayor Bloomberg, will become the Mets' first Director of External Affairs. The Mets' organization and ownership group are pushing a variety projects,...
View ArticleMets Morning News: PECOTA says the Mets will die cold and alone
Your Thursday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links.Meet the MetsSeeking to quelch even minor optimism from Mets fans, Baseball Prospectus released their projections for the 2014...
View ArticleThe Rays Tank: Hello baseball, my old friend
We still have eight days, but Diamondbacks pitchers and catchers report to Salt River Fields today, with the Dodgers arriving in Phoenix Saturday. It's heeeeeeeeeeeere.You never remember how brutally...
View ArticleThis Day in Marlins History: Al Leiter traded
Sixteen years ago, the Marlins traded Al Leiter to the New York Mets for three prospects.On February 6, 1998, the Marlins fire sale after the 1997 championship continued. On that date, the Marlins...
View Article2014 Mets Season Preview: Dillon Gee
The right-handed pitcher looks to improve after his best season in the big leagues.Despite a 6.34 ERA through his first ten starts last season, Dillon Gee had the best year of his major league career....
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