The New York Times – Sports:
The star infielder agreed to terms on a 12-year, $315 million contract with the Mets after his agreement with San Francisco fell apart, reportedly over a medical concern.
Category: New York Mets
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.