Adam Rubin of ESPN New York summarized comments made bY manager Terry Collins who discussed a variety of topics and offered some early insights on the 2013 Mets.
Jenrry Mejia and Jeurys Familia
Mejia will work as a starting pitcher in spring training, while Jeurys Familia will audition as a reliever. If Familia ends up in Triple-A, he likely would work in Las Vegas’ rotation. Would Mejia move to a major league bullpen role late in spring training if the projected rotation remains intact? Collins said that would be a call for a higher authority than him.
Brandon Hicks
Hicks, who was acquired from the Oakland Athletics, is penciled into the backup infield role formally held by Ronny Cedeno, who is now a free agent. Collins said that with so many other needs, it’s unlikely the Mets will pursue a candidate with better credentials. ”A guy who can play shortstop. He’s got some power,” Collins said. “He’s got a great arm. As we’re here right now, he is that guy. At the moment, I think our ...
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PLAYERS:
Terry Collins,
Jenrry Mejia,
Jeurys Familia,
Brandon Hicks,
Ronny Cedeno,
Johan Santana,
Tim Byrdak,
Chris Young,
Josh Edgin,
Robert Carson,
Scott Rice,
Darin Gorski,
Justin Turner,
Tom Goodwin,
Ike Davis,
Matt Harvey,
Zack Wheeler,
Frank Francisco,
Ruben Tejada
TEAMS: New York Mets, Oakland Athletics
TEAMS: New York Mets, Oakland Athletics
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