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 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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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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Just one day after the Texas Rangers reportedly “blew away” free agent Zack Greinke with a huge contract offer, the tides have turned and Grainke will not be heading to Texas. The two sides have reportedly agreed to a six-year contract worth $147 million. Greinke, 29, was the top pitcher in this year’s free agent …
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Andy Martino of the New York Daily News reported this morning that interest in R.A. Dickey would be very high. ”A dozen or more” teams could be vying for Dickey’s services if the Mets decide to trade him this winter. Writes Martino: Before and after exercising Dickey’s $5 million option for 2013 last week, it …
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The season ended about three weeks ago and now that we’ve had some time to reflect, it’s time to start handing out grades. This morning, we’ll begin with the starting pitching. The starting pitching exceeded expectations this year. I don’t think anyone thought that Jon Niese or R.A. Dickey would be as dominant as they …
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