LATEST STORIES FROM METSCITIBLOG
Mets have an offer to Joe Beimel
According to Luke Adams at MLBTR, Joe Beimel is weighing a contract offer from the Mets. Beimel represents a solid left handed reliever that would be a welcome addition to Pedro Feliciano. The Mets have lacked a second lefty for years and this would be a great move by the team. The deal is most likely for around $1 million. Beimel has stated that he is weighing the offer and taking...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
February 26, 2010
Discuss
Omir Santos and/or Shawn Riggans possible trade bait for the Mets?
Adam Rubin of the Daily News is reporting that, even this early in Mets camp, they are fielding calls inquiring about the glut of catchers they have. Rubin believes that Omir Santos and/or the newly acquired Shawn Riggans could possibly dealt in a small deal or two during the spring. The Mets were active oin the catching front this winter and were able to sign...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
February 26, 2010
Mets have standing offer to Barajas
The Mets have and continue to have a minor league deal extended to free agent catcher Rod Barajas. The sense is that Barajas would essentially form a strong defensive tandem with Henry Blanco while each can provide occasional pop.
Josh Thole would certainly benefit from a Barajas signing as it basically guarantees he is the starting catcher at AAA this year. Omir Santos would...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
February 19, 2010
Jerry crasnick tweeting, Mets close to signing Mike Jacobs
According to Crasnick, the Mets are close to signing Mike Jacobs to a minor league deal. Good move by Minaya I think. Jacobs has some seasoning, some attitude, and some power. I would say, if it wasn't obvious already, Carlos...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
February 09, 2010
Reyes runs full speed
According to Matt Cerrone, Jose Reyes ran full speed sprint during his latest workout and declared himself ready for baseball. Spring Training is near and Reyes is running, now I am ansy for baseball
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
February 01, 2010
Mets sign Frank Catalanotto to Minor League deal
In a tweet from the Star Ledger's Marc Carig, the Mets have signed Catalanotto to a Minor League deal with an invite to spring training. Unless he completely bombs in Florida, look for him to fill a bench role and...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 30, 2010
In a fog, Mets sign Josh Fogg
The Mets joke of an off season continues. They have reportedly signed former Rockies chump, Josh Fogg to a minor league deal in hopes he can with the 5th spot in the roster. I will not begin to get into...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 29, 2010
Mets getting closer with John Smoltz
Ken Davidoff at Newsday is reporting that the Mets and John Smoltz may be getting close to finding a match. Apparently both sides continue to talk and express interest. At this point, the Mets have yet to extend an offer,...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 28, 2010
Garland to Padres, Hudson signing with Nats soon?
MLB.com reports the Padres have signed Garland. This is a good, cheap pickup for them. Never really a Met target, he will be a capable starter for them. Apparently, Orlando Hudson is indicating that he is close to signing, but...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 26, 2010
A's Sign Ben Sheets
Danny Knobler reports at CBS Sports, Ben Sheets has passed a physical and signed a contract for $8 million plus. So, my last posts are a bust, the Mets let Sheets go, or Sheets didn't want to pitch here, whatever....
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 26, 2010
A's having a press conference today at 1pm, signing Sheets?
According to Mychael Urban, the A's have scheduled a press conference for 1pm today. Have they signed Ben Sheets? Obviously this is just rumors and guessing, but it is a real possibility. Sources have also confirmed to Urban that the...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 26, 2010
Sheets may be slipping away to the A's, Mets need to step up
Well, the A's apparently have made a strong offer to Ben Sheets and are hoping to hear back from his cam today or tomorrow with a decision. Is it me or does this sound like the theme of the winter?...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 26, 2010
Rumors have cheap big league reliever going from Mets to Angels, Brian Stokes?
Jerry Crasnick is tweeting that the Mets will send a cheap, big league pitcher to the Angels for Gary Matthews. There are indications it is Brian Stokes. I guess if it has to be someone off the roster, he would...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 22, 2010
Rumors continue to fly, Mets may be involved in more than just Matthews
Matt Cerrone, and other sources, indicated that the Mets may be involved in other areas today, not just Gary Matthews Jr. Speculation also indicates that Luis Castillo may or may not be involved in the trade. Basically, people in baseball...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 22, 2010
Mets acquiring Gary Matthews Jr. from Angels
Jon Heyman is tweeting that the Mets are acquiring Gary Matthews Jr. from the Angels. He is owed a lot of $ over the next two seasons (like $24 million). Presumably, the trade includes Luis Castillo and hopefully a lot...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 22, 2010
Mets doing something?
According to Matt Cerrone's Facebook, the Mets may be in the works for something soon. Totally stealing Matt's thunder here, but he knows what's up quite often. Let's see where this goes.
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 22, 2010
Mets in serious contention for Ben Sheets
According to a tweet by Joe DeMayo, the Mets intend to go after Ben Sheets and are most definitely serious in their pursuit of the big right hander. After a strong showing at a throwing session in front of up...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 21, 2010
Joel Pineiro and Doug Davis sign elsewhere, Where do the Mets go from here?
In a wild afternoon of hot stove baseball, Joel Pineiro has signed a 2 year deal with the Angels for $16 million and Doug Davis has signed with the Brewers for 1 season and $5.25 million. While Davis was only...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 20, 2010
Hooray!!! Bengie Molina to Giants, Buffets must be better in San Fran than Flushing
Bengie Molina has signed with the Giants instead of the Mets. From what I gather, the Mets did not go overboard on a deal and had offered a contract for around $5-$6 million with some incentives that could have pushed...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 19, 2010
Sheets Auditions for Scouts
Ben Sheets is/has thrown for roughly 20 scouts this afternoon and according to the accounts of Trenni Kusneirek, has done pretty well. Trenni was in attendance and got a chance to speak to scouts as they watched and during a...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 19, 2010
Controversy over Beltran's surgery and Mets involvement
It is being reported that at least some of the following may be accurate. Joel Sherman hears that the Mets are in contact with the Commissioner's Office regarding taking action against Beltran for going against the Mets. However, he goes...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 14, 2010
Beltran has knee surgery, out for eight weeks, season start in jeopardy
All industry sources seem to have a little different take on this situation. The most concrete sense I have gotten thus far is from Jon Heyman, scope on the knee, out eight weeks, and he may miss the beginning of...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 13, 2010
Reports say Mets may be making moves tonight?
Matt Cerrone is sharing on Facebook that it may be an interesting night, so stay tuned. Well Matt, I will not be sleeping now, thanks. It is a very cryptic message and I am not sure what it means. If...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 13, 2010
Mets & Bengie Molina closing in on a deal?
With news surfacing today that Bengie Molina would now accept a two year deal, the industry insiders seem to believe that a contract with the Mets is imminent. Tim Kurkjian at ESPN even goes so far as saying that a...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 12, 2010
Pineiro in talks with Mets for 2 year deal?
Ed Price of AOL Fanhouse is tweeting that the Mets are discussing a 2 year deal with Joel Pineiro for around $15 million. It is well known by all four of you (is that being generous Mike?) that read my...
Via MetsCitiBlog
|
January 11, 2010
SITE INFORMATION
MetsCitiBlog
Latest Hot Stove info for the NY Mets
Related Yards
|
|
|
|
|
Today's Best Stuff |
For BloggersJoin the Yardbarker Network (YBN) for more promotion, traffic, and money. |
Company Info |
Help |
What is Yardbarker?Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond. |
