Vincent Carchietta-Imagn ImagesVincent Carchietta-Imagn Images For the New York Mets, the return of Starling Marte couldn’t come at a better time—or with higher stakes attached. The veteran outfielder was activated from the injured list after missing two weeks with a bruised right knee. Initially feared to be a long-term concern, the injury turned out to be far … [Read more...] about Mets reinstate key outfielder/DH from injured list, make multiple roster moves
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The Mets with the best chances of seeing their numbers retired next to David Wright
Because retiring a number has, over the years, become a more common event, it would be no surprise if the Mets had someone else join David Wright and Co. for that honor. … [Read more...] about The Mets with the best chances of seeing their numbers retired next to David Wright
Yankees Linked to Pittsburgh Right-Handed Starting Pitcher
Major League Baseball has officially entered the period leading up to the trade deadline, and trade talks have begun. The Yankees have reportedly been tied to right-handed pitcher Mitch Keller of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Yankees Linked to Pittsburgh Right-Handed Starting Pitcher The MLB has clumped together huge events back-to-back-to-back. The MLB All-Star festivities are now … [Read more...] about Yankees Linked to Pittsburgh Right-Handed Starting Pitcher
Five Infielders the Yankees Could Target at the Trade Deadline
Despite owning one of the most productive lineups in baseball, the New York Yankees are lacking in one key area on the diamond: the infield. New York’s total team OPS sits at the top of MLB at .789, yet their OPS from infielders alone dips to .687. They don’t make up for this drop with excellent defense, either; though Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Paul Goldschmidt have had solid … [Read more...] about Five Infielders the Yankees Could Target at the Trade Deadline
Mets Designate Chris Devenski For Assignment
The Mets announced a series of roster moves today. Outfielder/designated hitter Starling Marte has been reinstated from the 10-day injured list. Infielder Jared Young has been optioned to Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding move. The club also activated recent waiver claimee Rico Garcia and recalled right-hander Justin Garza. To open spots for those two arms, the club optioned … [Read more...] about Mets Designate Chris Devenski For Assignment