Despite the 74-88 record, it was quite a memorable year for Mets fans, more so than any recent years. This season, we witnessed an amazing story of redemption, a feat that hadn’t been accomplished by any Met, signs of hope for the future, and much more. Let’s look back at some of the biggest storylines …
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The Mets announced that they have signed left-handed pitcher Aaron Laffey to a minor league deal with an invite to major league spring training. Laffey, 27, pitched with Toronto last season as a starter and reliever. He made 16 starts last year, in which he was 4-6 with a 4.81 ERA. As a starter, he …
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One more outfielder off the board. According to Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News, the Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a three-year contract with free agent outfielder Cody Ross. Jim Bowden of ESPN says the deal is worth $26 million, including a $1 million buyout of a fourth-year club option. Ross, 31, is …
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The dust has finally settled and the R.A. Dickey saga is over. On Monday night, he signed an extension with the Blue Jays, making the seven-player, blockbuster deal finally official after days of unconfirmed rumors and speculation. The deal surprised many Mets fans, including me. However, it was one that will pay off for them …
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This afternoon, the Mets addressed the outfield for the first time this offseason, dealing third base prospect Jefry Marte to the Oakland A’d in exchange for outfielder Collin Cowgill. Cowgill, 26, has now been traded in each of the last two-offseasons. Just a year ago, he was dealt from Arizona to Oakland in the Trevor …
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Update: 1:55 p.m.: The two teams have agreed to a deal, reports Ken Rosenthal of Fo Sports. Dickey, Josh Thole, and a minor leaguer will be heading to Toronto, with the Mets receiving Travis d’Arnaud, Noah Syndergaard, John Buck, and a minor leaguer or cash. However, the last two players ares till unknown. The Blue Jays …
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