Good Morning. Happy Birthday Dellin Betances. Mets players welcome J.D. Martinez trade, Mets drop Spring game to Yanks as Mark Vientos homers and Dom Smith opts out of Cubs deal.
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3/22/2024 Spring Training Box Score: Yankees 5 Mets 3
Tyrone Taylor; LF 0 for 3; 1 K; Carlos Cortes*; LF 0 for 0; 1 walk; Francisco Lindor#; SS 0 for 3; 1 RBI; Wyatt Young*; SS 0 for 0; Pete Alonso; 1B 2 for 4; Joe Suozzi; PR-1B 0 for 0; Brett Baty*; 3B 1 for 4; 1 K; Luke Ritter; PR-3B 0 for 0; Starling Marte; RF 1 for 4; 1 run scored; 1 K; Brandon McIlwain; PR-RF 0 for 0; Francisco Alvarez; C 0 for 3; 1 walk; 1 K; Matt O'Neill; C 0 for 0; Mark Vientos; DH 1 for 2; HR (5th of Spring); 1 run scored; 2 RBIs; 1 K; Ji-Man Choi; PH-DH 0 for 2; Harrison Bader; CF 0 for 2; 1 walk; Omar De Los Santos; CF 0 for 1; Zack Short; 2B 0 for 3; 1 run scored; 1 walk; Tyler Stuart; 3 innings; 2 runs; 2 ERs; 3 hits; 2 walks; 1 K; Hunter Parsons; (H, 1)(BS, 1) 1 inning; no runs; 2 hits; 3 Ks; Jeffrey Colón; (L, 0-1)(BS, 1) 2 innings; 3 runs; 3 ERs; 2 hits; 3 walks; 2 Ks; Joshua Cornielly; 1 inning; no runs; Paul Gervase; 1 inning; no runs; 1 hit; 1 K;
.@MarkVientos_5 goes oppo! 💥 pic.twitter.com/FdhZK4XNHu
— New York Mets (@Mets) March 22, 2024
"I thought for him to go out there today and have that type of game and put a good swing on a fastball like that, it was good to see."
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
Carlos Mendoza on Mark Vientos' home run: pic.twitter.com/nnaUArqfuv
"The biggest thing with Mark is just, continue to do the things he's been doing and opportunities will arise."
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
Carlos Mendoza talks about what the addition of J.D. Martinez could mean for Mark Vientos: pic.twitter.com/8AeeLZbKCq
Carlos Mendoza says it's "strange" to be back in Yankees camp:
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
"It was kind of weird, but exciting. I'm trying to beat them now." pic.twitter.com/kC7JyuUt5Z
"Good pickup for the team."
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
Mark Vientos shares his reaction to learning of the Mets signing J.D. Martinez last night: pic.twitter.com/5V4DFWf8X9
Mark Vientos was asked if it was hard for him to accept the J.D. Martinez signing:
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
"To be honest with you, no, not really." pic.twitter.com/XABloNbe3Z
"Just because we made this signing doesn't mean that you're any less a part of this team."
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
Brandon Nimmo talks about what his advice would be for Mark Vientos after the Mets' addition of J.D. Martinez: pic.twitter.com/B1rntfOV6L
"It's really hard to substitute that experience. I think it does nothing but help us."
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
Brandon Nimmo on the Mets signing J.D. Martinez: pic.twitter.com/O50uT5zgpL
Brandon Nimmo says he met with J.D. Martinez today: pic.twitter.com/oSnbHQacWb
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
"We should be in a much better spot"
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
Francisco Lindor shares his thoughts on the Mets after the J.D. Martinez signing and does an early TV audition 😂 pic.twitter.com/GC1MGHXZxw
"We've got to play the game the right way. We've got to back each other up. We've got to continue to believe in each other, and then let everybody else believe in us later on."
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
Francisco Lindor talks about why he's optimistic about this year's Mets: pic.twitter.com/dvrlPPYSNn
Francisco Lindor says that Steve Cohen texted him and Brandon Nimmo last night to tell them about the J.D. Martinez news:
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
"He's been one of the best hitters in the league for a very long time, so I'm super-happy to have him." pic.twitter.com/cw6FOAdomz
"We're both Florida boys, we love to fish" 🎣
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
Pete Alonso talks about what he shares in common with J.D. Martinez: pic.twitter.com/eM7TJEClPr
"His IQ at the dish is through the roof"
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
Pete Alonso says that J.D. Martinez is a "hitting savant" pic.twitter.com/oHXJi4mpmv
"He's just an unbelievable player... he's a stud. He's gonna lengthen our lineup."
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
- Pete Alonso on J.D. Martinez pic.twitter.com/i6u990Kan1
Adam Ottavino shares some insight on J.D. Martinez, who he played with in Boston in 2021:
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
"He's just a very serious guy about his work and I think that rubs off on other guys. He's relentless." pic.twitter.com/aWWkm6oM4m
J.D. Martinez has several ex-teammates in the Mets' clubhouse. They were raving this morning about his professionalism.
— Anthony DiComo (@AnthonyDiComo) March 22, 2024
"It's unreal," Jake Diekman said. "He's the smartest hitter ever."
Adam Ottavino: "He's just one of the most dedicated hitters you'll ever see to his craft."
José Iglesias posts a selfie with J.D. Martinez (in Mets gear) 🙂
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) March 22, 2024
(via IG/joseiglesias_ss) pic.twitter.com/AjljNJ4Fk0
"It's been a cool experience overall."
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) March 22, 2024
Tyler Stuart talks about getting to pitch at spring training: pic.twitter.com/WNr5dAibqm
A familiar face is taking the mound for the #Mets right now. 👀
— Brooklyn Cyclones (@BKCyclones) March 22, 2024
Learn how @MiLB's ERA leader in 2023, Tyler Stuart (@tystuart19) is primed for an even bigger 2024 with the help of coaching, hard work, and his family.
📰: https://t.co/9UXfwfqNxl#LGM | #AmazinStartsHere pic.twitter.com/iuJvQZvPg0
On Baseball Night in New York, @mmargaux8, @HannahRKeyser, @NYNJHarper & @JonHein discuss the Mets agreeing to terms with J.D. Martinez https://t.co/ySHn2bMrgY
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 22, 2024
▶ Tri-State @Cadillac pic.twitter.com/KLqes1c2FY
The Mets are getting 30+ HR potential with the addition of J.D. Martinez 💪#MLBTonight discusses New York's lineup with the veteran designated hitter and likely next steps in his preparation for the season. pic.twitter.com/sMX9M5oDWt
— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) March 23, 2024
Sam Dykstra MLB.com: Much-needed infusion of young pitching on its way to Mets. "Five of New York’s Top 18 prospects -- Christian Scott, Blade Tidwell, Mike Vasil, Tyler Stuart and [Dominic] Hamel -- are pitchers with upper-level experience who could reach Flushing this summer." Sam also talks about Jett Williams, Jeremy Rodriguez and Kevin Parada.
Danny Abriano SNY.TV: Mets DH J.D. Martinez to build up in minors when regular season starts: report. "Martinez, who agreed on Thursday to a one-year deal worth $12 million, will start the regular season in the minors in order to get enough at-bats to prepare, reports Joel Sherman of The New York Post."
Mets.com:
- How adding 'the smartest hitter ever' impacts Mets
- Mets' 2019 draftee on long road back from TJ surgery "In recent weeks, Matt Allan has been playing catch with the hopes of climbing back on a mound in May...the average return from a UCL revision is 18-20 months, as opposed to 15-18 months for an initial Tommy John...That could mean another lost season for Allan, who no longer rates among the Mets’ Top 30 prospects. Allan recently passed the three-year mark of his last competitive pitch, and the Mets won’t even begin to have a gauge on his future prospects until he becomes a healthy pitcher again."
- Revisiting some of the best storylines from Mets' Spring Training
- Double-A affiliate will host Binghamton Creatures Night
- Lindor, Edwin DÃaz star in new Foreign Teck music video
NY Post:
- Future role unclear for Mark Vientos after J.D. Martinez signing
- Mets thrilled to bring ‘great acquisition’ J.D. Martinez into lineup
- J.D. Martinez signing gives Mets flexibility, counter to NL wild-card contenders
Metsmerized:
- Mets Introduce New, Fun Fan Experiences For 2024 Season
- Mark Vientos Homers in 5-3 Loss to Yankees
- J.D. Martinez To Open 2024 in Minor Leagues
- Spring Training Game Chat: Mets vs Yankees, 1:00 PM
- Brett Baty Finishing Spring Training on High Note
Amazing Avenue:
Faith and Fear in Flushing:
Mets360:
Mack's Mets:
- Reese Kaplan -- What Does JD Martinez Arrival Do to the Roster?
- Mets Prospect Profile: SP Junior Santos
- OPEN THREAD - JD
- Reese Kaplan -- Options May Dictate Roster Decisions
Here is yesterday's MLB Scoreboard.
Carlos Carrasco has made the 26-man roster for Opening Day!
— Cleveland Guardians (@CleGuardians) March 22, 2024
Year 1-Year 15 … We’re excited to have you toe the rubber back in the Cleveland, @Cookie_Carrasco! ❤️#ForTheLand pic.twitter.com/fw6PIhjSbR
Dom Smith has opted out of his contract with the Cubs, per @JesseRogersESPN. pic.twitter.com/Nmmr0Em95w
— Cubs Zone (@CubsZone) March 22, 2024
MLB.com:
- Presenting the 9 tiers of contenders for 2024
- The top 10 bullpens in baseball are ...
- Players pick their most underrated peers
- Why Alzolay is emerging as leader throughout organization
- Gray (hamstring) to open season on IL, hopes to debut in mid-April
MLB Trade Rumors:
- Chase Anderson Expected To Opt Out Of Deal With Pirates
- Julio Teheran Plans To Exercise Opt-Out If Not On Orioles’ Roster
- Pirates Option Liover Peguero
- Offseason In Review: San Francisco Giants
- Cubs To Select Garrett Cooper
Yahoo Sports:
- White Sox release veterans Mike Moustakas, Kevin Pillar
- A's pitcher Gott to undergo Tommy John surgery, miss 2024 season
- MLB opens investigation into Ohtani interpreter allegations
- Yankees Notes: DJ LeMahieu ‘got a ways to go,’ Luis Gil makes strong case to win roster spot
- MLB launches investigation into Shohei Ohtani interpreter Ippei Mizuhara following gambling reports
CBS Sports:
- Shohei Ohtani investigation: What questions MLB is trying to answer and the key rules in play
- Shohei Ohtani investigation: MLB begins formal probe into gambling scandal, Dodgers star can still play
- Marlins' Sixto Sánchez set for first MLB action since 2020, and he's shown high-quality stuff this spring
- Eduardo Rodriguez injury: Diamondbacks lefty will start season on IL, return timetable unknown
- Wyatt Langford makes Rangers' Opening Day roster: Top prospect set for MLB debut less than year after draft
FanGraphs:
- Effectively Wild Episode 2142: Season Preview Series: Yankees and Nationals
- Effectively Wild Episode 2141: What Did Sho Know?
- 2024 Positional Power Rankings: Designated Hitter
- The Mets Scoop up a New DH
- Daulton Varsho Is Cleaning up His Process
Braves.com:
- Braves welcome back familiar favorite in Duvall
- Get ready for Opening Day with free games streaming on MLB.TV
- Wall wins Opening Day roster spot to open 10th pro season
Marlins.com:
Phillies.com:
Nationals.com:
Born on 3/23:
- Mike Remlinger (1966)
- Dellin Betances (1988)
Died on 3/23:
- Dennis Bennett (2012)
Transactions:
New York Mets traded Jonathan Guzman to the Kansas City Royals for Shane Halter on March 23, 1999.
New York Mets signed free agent Fernando Tatis on March 23, 2007.
New York Mets signed free agent Ruben Tejada of the Baltimore Orioles on March 23, 2019.
1973 | The Cardinals play three Cruz brothers, Cirilo, Hector, and Jose, all nine innings in the outfield during the team’s 9-2 spring training victory over New York at Al Lang Field. The trio Puerto Rican siblings, who personally outscore the Mets, bat first, second, and third in the Redbird’s lineup, making all three outs in the first and eighth frames. |
1978 | The Mets deal 34 year-old Bud Harrelson to Philadelphia for cash and minor league call-up Freddie Andrews, an infielder who will never play another game in the major leagues. The popular shortstop, as a 12-year veteran, could have vetoed the trade but chose to go Philadelphia to play for a contending team. |
Gary Gentry, Jerry Koosman, Tom Seaver and Nolan Ryan. pic.twitter.com/DZwHEKYCSy
— BaseballHistoryNut (@nut_history) March 23, 2021
3/23/2007 The Mets sign Fernando TatÃs. After spending the entire 2007 season in Triple-A, TatÃs was named the MLBPA National League Comeback Player of the Year in 2008. In three seasons with the Mets, TatÃs slashed .279/.343/.447 with 21 homers and 101 RBIs. pic.twitter.com/Xc4T6H8bkN
— This Day in Mets History (@NYMhistory) March 23, 2022
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