The Offseason Thread

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Hahahaha…..

Yankees say ‘no thanks’ to cocky ex-Mets pitcher who ripped team, fans on way out

The right-hander's interest in the Yankees is not mutual.

www.nj.com

 

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It’s the little things that matter to get the job done.

Mets Focusing On Run Prevention In 2024 - Metsmerized Online

David Stearns and the New York Mets' desire for, and emphasis on, run prevention has been no secret this offseason. Stearns himself has publicly stated that improving the team's defense would be of utmost importance as the club transitions into the 2024 season, and thus far his transactions have...

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Hope I'm wrong but....Sean Meh-naea?

Reports: Manaea joins Mets' revamped rotation

Sean Manaea became the latest pitcher to join the revamped rotation of the Mets, agreeing to a two-year, $28 million contract, according to multiple reports.

www.espn.com

 

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R.I.P. Bud Harrelson

Bud Harrelson, Miracle Mets World Series shortstop, dead at 79

Bud Harrelson, the shortstop on the Mets’ first two World Series teams and later the club’s manager for parts of two seasons, died Wednesday night at 79.

nypost.com

Mets Hall of Famer Bud Harrelson dies at 79

Bud Harrelson, the scrappy, glove-first shortstop on the 1969 Miracle Mets, third-base coach for the 1986 World Series-winning team and later the club’s manager, and who tangled with Pete Rose in one of the wildest brawls in baseball history, died Wednesday in East Northport, New York. He was...

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Mets Hall of Famer Buddy Harrelson Passes Away

FLUSHING, N.Y., January 11, 2024 — Last night, Mets Hall of Famer Buddy Harrelson passed away at age 79 at a hospice house in East…

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Bud Harrelson, scrappy Mets shortstop who once fought Pete Rose, dies at 79

Bud Harrelson, the scrappy and sure-handed shortstop who fought Pete Rose on the field during a playoff game and helped the New York Mets win an astonishing championship, died early Thursday morning.

apnews.com

Bud Harrelson - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Art Shamsky pays tribute to Mets teammate Bud Harrelson: ‘A fan favorite’

Shortly after Bud Harrelson publicly disclosed he had Alzheimer’s several years ago, a former Mets teammate visited him at his Long Island home.

nypost.com

 

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Mets Morning News: Wait for Spring

Your Monday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links.

www.amazinavenue.com

Jorge Soler to Mets might not be ‘essential’, but David Stearns reportedly involved | amNewYork

The New York Mets are involved in a pursuit of free-agent designated hitter Jorge Soler, according to multiple reports — MLB insider Hector Gomez most

www.amny.com

 

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Just an update on a few things...

Injuries & Moves: Mets sign INF Sánchez, catcher Allen to Minors deals

As the Mets turn their attention toward 2024, this page will continue to be updated throughout the offseason.

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David Stearns clear about Mets' 2024 expectations: 'We should be competing for a playoff spot'

Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns has been clear since taking over that he expects the team to be 'competitive' in 2024.

sny.tv

https://www.si.com/mlb/mets/news/new-york-mets-send-catcher-giants-in-trade-brad9

 

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Here's the 411 on Polar Bear's contract

This story was excerpted from Anthony DiComo's Mets Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox.

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Just saw this...from a few days ago.
I'm okay with it if finalized...and think he still has something left in the tank.

Ottavino back to Mets on 1-year deal (source)

NEW YORK -- In the end, Adam Ottavino took the long road back to the Mets. Ottavino on Saturday agreed to a one-year, $4.5 million contract to return to Flushing, N.Y., a source tells MLB.com. The Mets have not confirmed the deal, which is pending a physical. Earlier this offseason,

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Also....

Alvarez a prime breakout candidate for ‘24

This story was excerpted from Anthony DiComo's Mets Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox. This is the first in a five-part Around the Horn series looking at how the Mets stack up around the diamond. First up: Catchers.

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[Nasty_Magician]

Well it's something

 

[Nasty_Magician]

And another, why not:

 

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Well it's something

And another, why not:

Those are 2 pretty good pickups imho.

Now I'd like for Stearns to sign another Big Bat/OF (Soler, or Bellinger, or even JD Martinez )

Spring Training begins in less than 3 weeks.
P's & C's report on the 14th...and the full squad on the 19th.
Mets first grapefruit league game is on the 24th.

LGM!

 

[Nasty_Magician]

Those are 2 pretty good pickups imho.

Now I'd like for Stearns to sign another Big Bat/OF (Soler, or Bellinger, or even JD Martinez )

Spring Training begins in less than 3 weeks.
P's & C's report on the 14th...and the full squad on the 19th.
Mets first grapefruit league game is on the 24th.

LGM!

I think I'd roll the dice with Bellinger, adding another big bat to the middle of this lineup has been on the agenda for years. If the young guys come through, we get another bat and the bullpen can be half decent we may be able to sneak into a wildcard.

 

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R.I.P. Bud Harrelson

Bud Harrelson, Miracle Mets World Series shortstop, dead at 79

Bud Harrelson, the shortstop on the Mets’ first two World Series teams and later the club’s manager for parts of two seasons, died Wednesday night at 79.

nypost.com

Mets Hall of Famer Bud Harrelson dies at 79

Bud Harrelson, the scrappy, glove-first shortstop on the 1969 Miracle Mets, third-base coach for the 1986 World Series-winning team and later the club’s manager, and who tangled with Pete Rose in one of the wildest brawls in baseball history, died Wednesday in East Northport, New York. He was...

www.mlb.com

Mets Hall of Famer Buddy Harrelson Passes Away

FLUSHING, N.Y., January 11, 2024 — Last night, Mets Hall of Famer Buddy Harrelson passed away at age 79 at a hospice house in East…

metsinsider.mlblogs.com

Bud Harrelson, scrappy Mets shortstop who once fought Pete Rose, dies at 79

Bud Harrelson, the scrappy and sure-handed shortstop who fought Pete Rose on the field during a playoff game and helped the New York Mets win an astonishing championship, died early Thursday morning.

apnews.com

Bud Harrelson - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Art Shamsky pays tribute to Mets teammate Bud Harrelson: ‘A fan favorite’

Shortly after Bud Harrelson publicly disclosed he had Alzheimer’s several years ago, a former Mets teammate visited him at his Long Island home.

nypost.com

he had an awesome fight with charlie hustle.rip

 

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he had an awesome fight with charlie hustle.rip

He was a scrawny little guy...but he never backed down from anyone, especially the bigger stronger players.

And he definitely was a great SS...who played that position like few others could back then.

 

[redskinsfan1963]

He was a scrawny little guy...but he never backed down from anyone, especially the bigger stronger players.

And he definitely was a great SS...and played the position like few others could back then.

100 percent agree.

 

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https://www.mlb.com/mets/news/mets-rotation-options-for-2024-season

https://www.mlb.com/mets/news/shintaro-fujinami-deal-with-mets

 

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Something tells me the Mets weren't the only team doing this....but they're the ones that got caught.

Ex-Mets GM Eppler banned for fabricating injuries

Former Mets general manager Billy Eppler was suspended through the 2024 World Series by commissioner Rob Manfred, who concluded he directed the team to fabricate injuries to create open roster spots.

www.espn.com

Meanwhile..in some better news....

https://www.mlb.com/news/mets-spring-training-faq-2024

 

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Pete.

Stearns: Alonso deal unlikely before free agency

A long-term deal with Pete Alonso is unlikely before the Mets' star first baseman is eligible for free agency after the World Series, president of baseball operations David Stearns says.

www.espn.com

 

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Nimmo/Bader

https://www.mlb.com/mets/news/brandon-nimmo-to-play-left-field-harrison-bader-to-play-center-for-mets

Marte

https://www.mlb.com/mets/news/starling-marte-hopes-to-bounce-back-after-winter-ball

Carlos Mendoza - Christain Scott - Luke Voit

https://www.mlb.com/mets/news/carlos-mendoza-gives-inaugural-address-as-mets-manager