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Mets' David Wright could become available?
The Chicago Tribune reported today that there is little doubt the Mets, currently tied for last with the Nationals, will hold some form of a fire sale this summer. Most of their marquee players are coming off the books in the next few years - Beltran in '11, Wright in '12*, and Bay and Santana in...
Will Mets pitcher Johan Santana be ready for the season?
Mets pitcher Johan Santana was berated with questions from journalists concerning his surgically-repaired left shoulder, which sources are saying may force him to miss the beginning of the season. Santana, however, refuted the report and that while he is moving along cautiously, things are going...
Mets nearing deal with pitcher Chris Young
ESPN.com is reporting that the Mets are closing in on a deal with pitcher Chris Young. Young only appeared in 4 games this season but posted a 0.90 ERA and a 2-0 record. GM Jed Hoyer said the Padres are interested in bringing Young back but at a lower amount to the 8.5 million dollar option they...
Pirates designate Zach Duke for assignment
The Pirates designated left-handed pitcher Zach Duke for assignment today after posting an 8-15 record with a 5.72 ERA and 96 strike outs to 51 walks. It was his worst ERA in an already disappointing six-year stint with the Pirates. Duke has the ability to win games but has played on a team with...
Mets interview former GM Josh Byrnes
The Mets interviewed former Diamondbacks GM Josh Byrnes for the second time this week, according to the New York Mets. Byrnes met with the Mets top brass, but both sides refused comment on how the interview went as the process is still underway. Byrnes brought in a solid core of talent while with...
Bob Melvin, Joey Cora finalists for Brewers job
MLB.com is reporting that Mets scout Bob Melvin and White Sox bench coach Joey Cora are finalists for the Brewers managerial gig. Although Cora has never managed in the majors, he has long been regarded as a future managerial prospect. Melvin, a former manager of the Diamondbacks, would be looking...
Managerial/GM Grumblings
Former Astros manager Phil Garner expressed interest in the vacant Pirates managerial gig, according to Jim Bowden. Garner lead the Astros to a World Series in 2005 but lost to the White Sox. Overall, he is a solid manager but I don't think there is anyone in the majors who could turn the...
Mets to replace GM, manager after season
The Mets have announced that they will indeed replace Mets GM Omar Minaya and manager Jerry Manuel, according to SI.com. Manuel will likely leave the organization for another coaching gig, but Minaya is expected to stay within the organization. The Mets need a new voice and someone who is going to...
Mets outfielder Carlos Beltran showing value in September
Mets outfielder Carlos Beltran has had a rollercoaster type season with the Mets. Sidelined for most of the season battling injuries, Beltran returned in July and is hitting .257 with 7 home runs in 218 at-bats. <!-- BEGIN WIDGET --> G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB K SB CS AVG OBP SLG 2010...
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