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Prospect Spotlight: Noah Syndergaard Will Be Mets’ New No.1 Prospect

June 4, 2013Prospect Features1 Comment

Noah Syndergaard knows he has all eyes on him. By June 16, Syndergaard could find himself as the crown jewel and No. 1 prospect for the Mets once Zack Wheeler is called up to the show. With Travis d’Arnaud still on the shelf, it’s logical to think that Syndergaard will leap-frog him on

St. Lucie Offense Can’t Back Up Syndergaard In 2-1 Loss

By Former Writers

June 4, 2013Minor League News2 Comments

Lakeland 2, St. Lucie 1 The thundering sound of the pop in the catcher’s mitt is reminiscent of a prized heavyweight landing a crushing blow to an opponent’s body. The echo can be heard yards away from the epicenter, commanding the attention of everyone in the ballpark. The unmistakable traits

D’Arnaud In Boot For One More Week, Cleared For Some Rehab

By Former Writers

June 3, 2013Minor League NewsNo comments

Update 9:00 PM: The Mets announced that d’Arnaud will have to wear the boot for another week in a press release. Travis d’Arnaud was seen today at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York for follow up on his fractured toe. Travis was cleared to begin weight bearing

Mateo Ends Up On DL Again, Ponce And Vazquez Called Up

By Former Writers

June 3, 2013Minor League NewsNo comments

After only two rehab appearances, Mets prospect Luis Mateo has found himself back on the DL this evening. Mateo, since returning from the DL on May 30th, has made two appearances. He allowed two hits in a scoreless inning on the 30th, but he ran into some trouble in

Travis Taijeron Named Florida State League Player of the Week

By Former Writers

June 3, 2013Minor League NewsNo comments

To join Luis Cessa in getting honored for his stellar play within the last week, Travis Taijeron has been named the Florida State League Player of the Week. Taijeron and the St. Lucie Mets played six games, and the right-handed hitting outfielder recorded a base hit in each of

Lucie Logistics: Taijeron On Fire, Fuller Enjoying Exceptional Season

By Former Writers

June 3, 2013Minor League NewsNo comments

Worth noting: With last week’s promotion of Rylan Sandoval to Triple-A Las Vegas, the Mets were forced to alter their lineup in order to fill his vacancy at first base. Aderlin Rodriguez, perhaps the most versatile player on the roster with his ability to play both corner infield spots and

Luis Cessa Named South Atlantic League Pitcher of Week

By Former Writers

June 3, 2013Minor League NewsNo comments

While Gabriel Ynoa took home this week’s honors as MMN Pitcher of the Week, his teammate Luis Cessa has been named the South Atlantic League Pitcher of the Week. Cessa turned in his best outing of 2013 his last time out on the mound, which was this past Saturday

New York Mets Like Player Depth in 2013 MLB Draft

By Former Writers

June 3, 2013MLB Draft5 Comments

Anthony DiComo of MLB.com gave us a thorough draft preview for the New York Mets as we gear up for the 2013 MLB draft this Thursday. While it’s not always guaranteed an impact-type player will fall to the 11th overall pick (which is where the Mets currently reside), but

MMN Player of the Week: Josh Satin

By Former Writers

June 3, 2013Minor League NewsNo comments

Josh Satin had a huge week for the Las Vegas 51s, which gives him today’s MMN Player of the Week Award! Josh Rodriguez, last week’s winner, did his best to try and become MMN’s first back-t0-back winner, but I couldn’t give it to him. A huge shout out to

Keith Law Has Mets Selecting Dominic Smith in Third Mock Draft

By Former Writers

June 3, 2013MLB Draft1 Comment

Keith Law, ESPN’s draft and minor league expert, released his third mock draft today (insider subscription required). Once again, he pinned the Mets to take first baseman/outfielder Dominic Smith with the 11th overall pick. The left-hander attends Serra High School in California, and is currently committed to Southern California

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