Tag Archive: Marlon Byrd

Is Marlon Byrd Finally Coming Around?

Most of the attention concerning the Met outfield the past few weeks has gone to Jordany Valdespin, both for his character and his play on the field. However, there has been one player who has very quietly got on a roll, and may be able to plug a hole in the still-fluctuating outfield: Marlon Byrd. …

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Mets Sign Marlon Byrd To Minor League Deal

The Mets announced via Twitter today that they have signed journeyman outfielder Marlon Byrd to a minor league contract, with an invitation to big league camp. Byrd, 35, is a right-handed hitting outfielder who has played a total of 11 seasons in the majors. He played 13 games with the Cubs last season before being …

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