Vincent Carchietta-Imagn ImagesVincent Carchietta-Imagn Images Luke Weaver’s two-year, $22 million deal with the Mets feels less like a “flyer” and more like a calculated bet on his raw stuff over his latest results. After watching Weaver’s roller-coaster of a season in the Bronx last year, the Mets are banking on the idea that a change of scenery, and perhaps a move … [Read more...] about Why Luke Weaver is a genius bet for the Mets 2026 bullpen
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Yankees’ fallback option in the rotation is a good one in top pitching prospect Elmer Rodriguez
Aug 23, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman talks with the media before the game between the Yankees and the Washington Nationals at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports We need to have an uncomfortable conversation about the New York Yankees‘ starting rotation. On paper, it’s a collection of … [Read more...] about Yankees’ fallback option in the rotation is a good one in top pitching prospect Elmer Rodriguez
First Fangraphs 2026 projections disagree with Yankees’ run-it-back plan
Early forecasts from the stat nerds aren’t bullish on the Yankees’ American League East chances. … [Read more...] about First Fangraphs 2026 projections disagree with Yankees’ run-it-back plan
Mets Notes: Signing of Former Dodgers World Champion, Still Interested In Adding Pitching
The New York Mets have gone out and signed a former Dodgers catcher, as two-time World Series champion Austin Barnes has agreed to a minor league deal with the team. He has also received an invite to spring training. Former Dodgers World Champion Austin Barnes Signs With The Mets Barnes, who is a career Dodger, is a solid depth piece for the Mets. If he has a good showing for … [Read more...] about Mets Notes: Signing of Former Dodgers World Champion, Still Interested In Adding Pitching
This Yankee Slugger Could Secure His Spot In Cooperstown Next Season
The New York Yankees appear to be running it back with pretty much the same roster going into next season, for better or for worse. That includes Trent Grisham and Cody Bellinger, who were both free agents but ended up returning to the Bronx for 2026. Rather than turning to free agency to improve their lineup, the Yankees clearly believe that the players they currently … [Read more...] about This Yankee Slugger Could Secure His Spot In Cooperstown Next Season

