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Prospects On The Fringe: Infielder T.J. Rivera

November 13, 2013Mets Minors Thoughts2 Comments

For the purpose of our series of posts, we define the word fringe as any prospects, which we considered, that were absent from MMN’s own Top 40 Prospect lists. The purpose of the series is to identify prospects that are showing promise above what fans might expect and what their futures

Mets Ranked #11 As A Potential Free Agent Destination

By Former Writers

November 12, 2013Mets News, Minor League NewsNo comments

I found an interesting post on the Bleacher Report, that states the Mets are Ranked #11 out of the 30 major league teams, as a potential free agent destination. The Bleacher Report Ranking System: Fanbase Payroll Situation 2014 Outlook Long-Term Outlook Total 3/5

Mets Prospect Tweets: Saluting Our Veterans

By Former Writers

November 12, 2013Mets Minors ThoughtsNo comments

Thank you to all the courageous people who serve our country…Words cannot express how thankful I am. Happy Veterans Day #GodBless #USA — Jack Leathersich (@LeatherRocket) November 11, 2013 Happy Veterans day. We are blessed to have so many sacrifice so much for our freedom. Always remember those who

What The Future Holds For Jordany Valdespin

By Former Writers

November 12, 2013Minor League News5 Comments

Looking back on the season, there are a few things that stood out to me about how it all turned out, but the one hope that I had was that Jordany Valdespin, better known to Mets fans as JV1, was going to turn into a very good ball

Mets Pursuit Of Curtis Granderson Would Be A Good First Move

By Former Writers

November 12, 2013Mets NewsNo comments

Based on a NY Daily News post, Kristie Ackert writes that the Mets have made a move for Curtis Granderson, after he declines the Yankees one-year qualifying offer yesterday afternoon. If somehow the Mets are able to sign Granderson and bring him to Queens, it may start a domino effect

MMN Top 40 Prospects: No. 22 Luis Mateo

By Former Writers

November 11, 2013Minor League NewsNo comments

22. Luis Mateo, RHP Height: 6’3” Weight: 185 DOB: 03/22/1990 (Age: 23) Bats/Throws: Right/Right Fastball: 55/65 Slider: 55/60 Change-up: 40/50 Control: 50/50 Makeup: 40/50 After making only four appearances last year, one of my favorite prospects to keep tabs on — Luis Mateo — underwent Tommy John Surgery in

Mets Prepare To Make Moves At GM Meeting

By Former Writers

November 11, 2013Minor League News3 Comments

This offseason’s GM meetings in Orlando, Florida have officially begun. And, although it is reported that Sandy Alderson has yet to arrive, the talks over possible trade agreements have started. ESPN’s Adam Rubin reports that the Mets will listen to offers on Daniel Murphy, although, chances are good he

Is Ruben Tejada The Better Option To Take Over Second Base?

By Former Writers

November 11, 2013Minor League News2 Comments

As the rumor mill heats up, I saw an interesting tweet this weekend from Newsday’s David Lennon: Boras arrived earlier today, and #Mets will get an idea of where to head with offseason plans (Drew, Choo) after meeting with him this week — David Lennon (@DPLennon) November 11, 2013 The

The State Of The Mets Are In Sandy Alderson’s Hands

By Former Writers

November 11, 2013Mets News3 Comments

Posted on the Wall Street Journal website yesterday, Jared Diamond shared a great point about the state of the Mets and GM Sandy Alderson: Alderson can no longer ask for patience. He cannot afford to keep talking about a plan without delivering on those promises. The time for

A Little On The Mets New Signings, Seratelli And Carreno

By Former Writers

November 11, 2013Minor League NewsNo comments

The Mets made two minor league signings over the weekend — Anthony Seratelli and Joel Carreno. Both players have received an invitation to Spring Training, so they’re worth keeping an eye on. Adam Rubin helped provide a little background on both of these guys… “Joel Carreno has really solid

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