Category: New York Mets

Mets Introduce Jose Quintana, David Robertson and Brooks Raley

The New York Times – Sports:
The pitchers David Robertson, José Quintana and Brooks Raley are not the flashiest of the Mets’ moves this off-season, but for a team with World Series aspirations, depth is “critical.”
Mets Will Add Japan’s Kodai Senga on 5-Year, $75 Million Deal

The New York Times – Sports:
Kodai Senga will bring his “ghost fork” pitch and his championship pedigree to the Mets in a deal that will push the team’s 2023 spending past $400 million.
MLB Teams Spend More Than $2 Billion on Free Agents

The New York Times – Sports:
Baseball was in a spending mood at the winter meetings, where the Mets added Justin Verlander, the Yankees kept Aaron Judge and San Diego splurged on Xander Bogaerts.
Mets and Justin Verlander Agree on Two-Year, $86 Million Contract

The New York Times – Sports:
Verlander, who won his third career Cy Young Award in 2022, will join the Mets on a two-year deal, effectively replacing Jacob deGrom.
Where Does Jacob deGrom Rank in Mets History?

The New York Times – Sports:
Tom Seaver is easily the best starter to play for the team, but deGrom, who left the Mets after nine spectacular seasons, made an argument for second place.
Jacob deGrom Signs $185 Million Deal With Texas Rangers

The New York Times – Sports:
DeGrom, a two-time winner of the Cy Young Award, received an enormous commitment despite his recent injuries.
MLB’s Winter Meetings Return After Two Years Away

The New York Times – Sports:
The annual event, which returns after a two-years hiatus, is known for a flurry of transactions. Deals for stars like Trea Turner and Carlos Correa may lead to numerous other moves.
Edwin Diaz Discusses New Contract With Mets

The New York Times – Sports:
Four years after coming to the team in a polarizing trade, Edwin Díaz was rewarded with the richest contract ever for a relief pitcher: $102 million.
Buck Showalter and Terry Francona Are M.L.B.’s Top Managers

The New York Times – Sports:
Showalter led the Mets to the second most wins in franchise history, while Francona won a division title in Cleveland despite having the league’s youngest roster.
Jacob deGrom Leads Mets’ Off-Season Shopping List

The New York Times – Sports:
Despite his injury issues, Jacob deGrom is expected to garner a contract in excess of $100 million. He is one of several Mets players who are about to test free agency.
Mets and Edwin Diaz are Finalizing $102 Million Contract

The New York Times – Sports:
Steven A. Cohen and the Mets are on the verge of completing an eye-popping deal with the right-hander Edwin Díaz that will be the largest contract for a reliever in baseball history.