Earlier this past week, I read an opinion piece suggesting the Mets signing free agent OF Nelson Cruz along with Stephen Drew in an effort, in this writer’s opinion, to have a formidable lineup. I dismissed this opinion as just that—an opinion—and possibly a way to fill the page. Despite the lack of any noticeable [...]
The Battle of the Bullpen I am excited and intrigued by the upcoming race for the bullpen that the Mets will be having. Bobby Parnell’s health is in question which makes the entire bullpen a major question mark, but I am optimistic with the options Alderson has assembled. Here are a few of the battles [...]
There have been some solid long relievers in the history of the New York Mets: Don Cardwell, Ray Sadecki, and Terry Leach all come to mind. A good performance by a team’s primary long reliever is a mixed blessing. A significant contribution by a long reliever (just like a team’s primary pinch-hitter) can be beneficial [...]