The Offseason Thread

[Nasty_Magician]

But then after further review, I do get it.....

Mets finalize deal with defensive whiz Pillar

NEW YORK -- For most of this offseason, the Mets worked to get stronger up the middle. They acquired Francisco Lindor to play shortstop, shifted Jeff McNeil to second base and signed James McCann to work behind the plate. Now, the Mets have multiple possibilities in center field as well.

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......and hopefully they use the $$$$ for Walker, Odorizzi +/or Rosenthal.

Definitely need another starter, our rotation is paper thin.

With Lugo out I'm really concerned about our bullpen. Unless Diaz becomes dominant again it's definitely not giving me much confidence. I liked the Trevor May signing and I think Luchessi has some upside as a bullpen guy but man I would have loved to land a Hendriks or Hand.

Defensively we will be a much, much better team, our lineup is solid and we actually have a stacked bench for the first time in years. Top 3/4 or the rotation if healthy will compete with anybody. A lot to like about this team but still some glaring weaknesses.

 

[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

Definitely need another starter, our rotation is paper thin.

With Lugo out I'm really concerned about our bullpen. Unless Diaz becomes dominant again it's definitely not giving me much confidence. I liked the Trevor May signing and I think Luchessi has some upside as a bullpen guy but man I would have loved to land a Hendriks or Hand.

Defensively we will be a much, much better team, our lineup is solid and we actually have a stacked bench for the first time in years. Top 3/4 or the rotation if healthy will compete with anybody. A lot to like about this team but still some glaring weaknesses.

Agreed on the bench and the strengths but it all begins with pitching and more pitching. Getting Walker +/or Rosenthal would be huge. I hope they’re focusing on them.

 

[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

It's officially Spring Training.
Pitchers & Catchers have arrived.

LGM!!!

 

[Nasty_Magician]

Decent upside, especially as a 4/5. Price is right too, solid signing, needed to happen.

 

[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

Decent upside, especially as a 4/5. Price is right too, solid signing, needed to happen.

Good get by the FO.

Also....looks like Rosenthal is signing with Oakland.

 

[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

This & That......

Versatility a hot topic as Mets report to camp

NEW YORK -- The eternal signs of spring surfaced Wednesday in Port St. Lucie, Fla., where Mets pitchers and catchers reported for the first day of camp. Players continue to undergo physicals and participate in intake testing, with the first official workout scheduled for Friday. But many Mets...

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Stroman confident; prospects impressing

NEW YORK -- The most confident man in baseball has returned. Marcus Stroman, who elected not to play in 2020 due to COVID-19 concerns, says those issues are behind him. He’s no longer concerned about personal matters, or about his contract, having accepted the Mets’ $18.9 million qualifying...

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How Lindor's defense could transform Mets

NEW YORK -- Whether the Mets can sign Francisco Lindor to an extension this spring will be among the top baseball storylines to follow as Opening Day draws near. New York acquired the All-Star shortstop from Cleveland in January, along with starter Carlos Carrasco. Lindor, 27, can become a free

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deGrom a Mets lifer? He likes the idea

NEW YORK -- One of the most impactful relationships that Jacob deGrom fostered over his first seven seasons was with David Wright, a likeminded competitor who not only befriended deGrom, but mentored him. Ask Wright, and he’ll call deGrom the most competitive person he has ever met. Ask deGrom, and

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Mets sign Taijuan Walker to 2-year deal

NEW YORK -- For everything the Mets had accomplished this offseason -- swinging a blockbuster trade, signing free agent after free agent, churning over roughly half their roster -- the team entered Spring Training feeling incomplete. There were still moves to be made, depth to be found. And so even

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[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

Dom...

Dom Smith talks shop with idol Barry Bonds

Dominic Smith had a chance to interview one of his idols on Sunday, hosting an Instagram Live with Barry Bonds. The two talked about issues ranging from baseball -- Smith was particularly curious about what it was like for Bonds to be intentionally walked with the bases loaded -- to

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It's getting close...

The 1st Power Rankings of Spring Training '21

Spring Training camps are in full swing, players are in the best shape of their lives and baseball cliches are being debated on Twitter -- all hints that glimmers of normalcy are starting to poke through. With that, let’s kick off our first Power Rankings of the spring season, with

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[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

More Mets stuff.....


• After winter of rumors, Davis settling in at 3B

• Díaz: 'My preparation is to be the closer'

• Conforto's focus on season, not extension

• Walker won't take No. 00 from Mr. Met

 

[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

Mr. Smile is gonna be fun watch this season.....

Francisco Lindor channels Eddie Murphy, sports classic 'Coming to America' Mets jacket

New York's new superstar shortstop made a vintage fashion statement at spring training camp Thursday.

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[Nasty_Magician]

God what an awesome dude to have on this team.

 

[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

God what an awesome dude to have on this team.

Dom definitely is a humble, gracious and centered dude. Just awesome.
He’s a keeper.

 

[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

Lindor....

Lindor, Mets ready to begin spring slate

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- For more than a week, Francisco Lindor has tantalized Mets fans with his energy at camp, bouncing around the back fields with a tuft of blue hair peeking out from beneath his cap. Now, it's time for him to show what he can do in

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Thor....

Thor acing rehab: 'It's going very, very well'

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- The Clover Park complex spans acres, with a stadium, five additional full baseball fields and other practice areas. It is built to accommodate a professional ballplayer’s every need. In these early days of Spring Training, Noah Syndergaard’s worldview is significantly...

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New Owner....

Cohen's presence energizes Mets at camp

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- The man who changed the course of Mets history this offseason arrived on-site early Saturday morning, making his rounds at camp. Steve Cohen met for a while with team president Sandy Alderson, then walked with him to the back fields, where the pair spent close

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[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

Mets win 2-0 over Houston...in Grapefruit League action.

Love that sound when the sweet spot of the bat connects on a pitch.

 

[Nasty_Magician]

 

[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

Mets to honor Seaver with 41 patch on jerseys this season

The New York Mets will honor the late Tom Seaver by wearing a "41" patch on their home and away jerseys this season.

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In 2019, the Mets changed the address of Citi Field to 41 Seaver Way.
The team plans to unveil a Seaver statue at the ballpark this year.

 

[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

Looks like no NL DH this season.

Universal DH and expanded postseason unlikely for 2021 MLB season, per report

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Universal DH, expanded MLB postseason are dead issues for 2021

Both MLB and the Players Association are proceeding as if there will be no last-minute changes to the DH situation or the postseason format.

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[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

From Thursday:
Mets dump the Nats 8-4 behind Polar Bear's GS.....

Mets 8-4 Nationals (Mar 4, 2021) Box Score - ESPN

Box score for the New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals MLB game from March 4, 2021 on ESPN. Includes all pitching and batting stats.

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Today:
Mets beat Houston 6-1. Jake looked good in his 1st spring outing (2 innings)

Mets 6-1 Astros (Mar 6, 2021) Final Score - ESPN

Game summary of the New York Mets vs. Houston Astros MLB game, final score 6-1, from March 6, 2021 on ESPN.

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[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

Mets put up 5 in the 7th to beat St. Louis 5-3 today in Grapefruit league action.

Mets 5-3 Cardinals (Mar 9, 2021) Box Score - ESPN

Box score for the New York Mets vs. St. Louis Cardinals MLB game from March 9, 2021 on ESPN. Includes all pitching and batting stats.

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LOL......Lindor is gonna be fun to watch this season....

Lindor might be next great Mets ... cameraman?

You may have thought Franciso Lindor was coming to the Mets to be their new franchise shortstop. A man who can make dazzling defensive plays, hit long home runs and smile, wonderfully, while doing it all.

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[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

A little setback for Carrasco....

Mets uncertain SP Carrasco will start the season

New York Mets manager Luis Rojas said Wednesday that Carlos Carrasco, 33, is uncertain to be ready for the start of the season after elbow soreness forced him to stop throwing in Florida.

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[Tai Chi≈Surfing]

Grapefruit Amazins beat Houston 1-0.
Mets pitchers toss 9 innings of 1 hit shutout ball.
deGrom went 3 IP.....0 H 0 BB 7 K.
Pete Alonso accounted for the the lone run with a solo blast in the 6th.

Mets 1-0 Astros (Mar 11, 2021) Final Score - ESPN

Game summary of the New York Mets vs. Houston Astros MLB game, final score 1-0, from March 11, 2021 on ESPN.

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