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Meet the Mets
MLB Network’s Jon Heyman believes the odds of the Mets extending Francisco Lindor are “better than 50/50.”
Mets president Sandy Alderson described the team as having “plenty of capacity” to sign players.
To create more capacity on the 40-man roster, the Mets released Tommy Hunter.
The Athletic chronicled Dom Smith’s life’s journey in a lengthy profile. The article highlighted lessons Smith picked up playing baseball in Southern California and helping to establish the non-profit organization Baseball Generations.
Smith also appeared on an episode of the Cookie Club with J.D. Davis, where they talked about how good at baseball Jacob deGrom is.
Smith and Davis would both benefit greatly from the implementation of a universal DH, which Ken Rosenthal argues would benefit the entire game.
Even without a DH, the Mets offense projects to be really really good this season. Good enough to make noise in the playoffs, especially with significant contributions from deGrom.
The best pitcher in the world credits tips from former pitching coach Dave Eiland for his star-turn in 2018.
Around the National League East
The Phillies granted release requests for pitchers Iván Nova and Héctor Rondón.
The Phillies beat the Yankees 13-12 Thursday afternoon in Clearwater.
Carl Edwards Jr. opted out of his minor-league contract with the Braves.
The Braves beat the Rays 5-2 on Thursday.
Federal Baseball is not concerned about Juan Soto’s lack of Spring Training production.
The Marlins beat the Nationals 7-3 on Thursday.
Former Nationals and Marlins pitcher Gio González announced his retirement.
Around Major League Baseball
White Sox outfielder Eloy Jiménez ruptured his pectoral tendon and will miss 5-6 months.
The Astros granted Steve Cishek’s release request.
Carlos Correa expressed disappointment about his contract negotiation with the Astros, saying he’s preparing for free agency next season.
Doctors diagnosed Rays pitcher Nick Anderson with a partial tear of his elbow ligament. He will not require surgery but will likely be out until the All-Star Break.
In the Yankee’s win over the Phillies, Aaron Judge hit a home run so far the broadcst cameras couldn’t find where the ball landed.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
Michael talked about how cool and good Dom Smith is, while Robert stressed the potential importance of Aaron Loup in the Mets bullpen.
This Date in Mets History
The Mets acquired catcher Mackey Sasser via trade on this day in 1988.