The New York Times – Sports:
The middling Yankees have no idea who they are. The Mets’ sell-off gives them a clearer identity.
Category: Eppler, Billy
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Steven Cohen Preaches Patience With Mets, but Says Trades May Happen
The New York Times – Sports:
Steven A. Cohen said his manager and general manager are safe, but he acknowledged his struggling club with a record payroll could soon trade away some of its stars.
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2023 Mets Season Preview: Depth Gives Team Confidence
The New York Times – Sports:
Edwin Díaz’s injury would crush some teams, but the Mets, with a deep and experienced roster, have remained optimistic.
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Carlos Beltran Returns to Mets as Front Office Executive
The New York Times – Sports:
The former outfielder was fired by the Mets after a brief stint as the team’s manager in 2019. After a short Yankees broadcasting career, he is set to join the Mets’ front office.
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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.”
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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.
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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.
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Mets May Face Failing Angels Without Pete Alonso
The New York Times – Sports:
Riddled with injuries — Pete Alonso’s is only the latest — the Mets still have the N.L.’s best record. They will face a spiraling Angels team that has been their polar opposite.
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Buck Showalter and Bob Melvin Face Off in Mets-Padres Series
The New York Times – Sports:
Buck Showalter and Bob Melvin have known one another for nearly 30 years. They face off this week as red-hot managers with more than a few things in common.