Duffy Dyer was a true Met. He ably served as Jerry Grote’s back-up and caught many of the Mets greatest pitchers. He played for the team from 1969-1974. He appeared in 375 games and accrued 1167 Pas. He had one AB in the 1968 season but earned more playing time in 1969. He had one [...]
Now, this isn’t official. I’m not a member of the Met front office and I don’t have spy cameras in Terry Collins’ office (yet) but I think I can safely imagine the Met outfield for opening day without too much trouble. Let us see if you agree… Jordany Valdespin: Valdespin has made the squad. That [...]
What a novel concept it would be if the Mets actually went with their best options to win right away and bucked (no pun meant towards John Buck) the trend and tabbed uber-catching prospect Travis d’Arnaud as their opening day and full-time catcher. To coin a phrase made legendary by ex-Jets’ coach Herm Edwards: “Hello! [...]