Good Morning. Happy Birthday Matt Harvey and Brandon Nimmo. Mets release Luke Voit and Phil Bickford, Jordan Montgomery goes to Arizona while Gilbert and Acuna are projected to start in Syracuse with Jett in Binghamton.
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MLB Trade Rumors:
- Mets Release Luke Voit his minor league contract included an opt-out this past weekend. The 33-year-old Voit had a tough go of it in Mets camp, tallying 41 plate appearances but batting just .118/.220/.235 with a homer, a double and 14 strikeouts (34.1%).
- Mets Release Phil Bickford "As a consequence, Tim Healey of Newsday notes that the club now only owes Bickford 45 days of termination pay, which he adds works out to $217K. Not only will that save the club $683K in salary...but when the club is taxed at a 110% rate on all spending beyond the highest luxury tax threshold of $297MM at the end of the season, they’ll have saved just over $700K in taxes...bringing the total savings to nearly $1.5MM."
Mets.com:
- What's in store for the Mets this season? "Scouts and executives around the league pointed often this spring to the talent in New York’s lineup, the willingness of owner Steve Cohen to make improvements as necessary, and the wide-open National League field as reasons to be bullish on the Mets. Few expect them to win the NL East, but they don’t have to do so to make some noise."
- Here's why J.D. Martinez is a surprisingly good fit at Citi Field "...if Martinez had played every game [last year] in Queens, he would have hit 39 homers, which would have been the fifth-most of any park for him."
- Here's where every Top 100 prospect is expected to start the 2024 season #45. Jett Williams, SS, NYM -- Binghamton (Double-A); 53. Drew Gilbert, OF, NYM -- Syracuse (Triple-A); #66. Luisangel Acuña, SS, NYM -- Syracuse (Triple-A); #97. Ryan Clifford, OF, NYM -- Brooklyn (High-A);
NY Post:
- Jordan Montgomery agrees to contract with Diamondbacks to end long free agency "Montgomery, who won the World Series with the Rangers last season, will get paid $25 million this season with a vesting option for a second..."
- Francisco Alvarez's completed Mets spring training goals were bigger than him "The first objective for the Mets catcher was to improve his throwing, after a rookie season behind the plate in which he was below MLB average against opposing base stealers...Alvarez threw out 8 of 16 (50 percent) of runners who attempted to steal against him in the exhibition season. Last season he was 15 of 114 (13 percent) in that category...Secondly, Alvarez aimed for a better connection with his pitchers. That improvement isn’t quantifiable, but Alvarez says it has occurred."
- Mets cut Luke Voit after he failed to make Opening Day roster
- Mets have to get the word out on Sean Manaea's new delivery
- David Stearns has Steven Cohen's trust — and cash — to build Mets into a contender
- Ex-Mets pitcher Chasen Bradford arrested on DUI charge day after graduating from police academy.
NY Daily News:
- Mets' 2024 schedule offers opportunities for early wins, then gets much harder "Four of the Mets’ first five opponents are projected to win fewer than 80 games...After hosting Milwaukee from March 28-31 (with a March 29 off day), the Mets welcome the Detroit Tigers...from April 1-3....their first road trip with stops in Cincinnati (April 5-7) and Atlanta (April 8-11)...return home for three-game sets with the Kansas City Royals (April 12-14) and Pittsburgh Pirates (April 15-17)..."
Yahoo Sports/Mets:
- Mets' Opening Day 2024: Four things to watch as they begin season Thursday at Citi Field
- Mets vs. Brewers: How to watch 2024 MLB Opening Day on SNY
- Brewers, Mets embark on new eras in season opener
- Top 10 most impactful NY baseball players for the 2024 MLB season
- Mets' Bickford is released after winning in arbitration, gets termination pay rather than salary
- Left-hander T.J. McFarland acquired by the Oakland Athletics from Los Angeles Dodgers for cash
- Mets and Yankees 2024 MLB season predictions for final record, team MVP, and more
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On a very special episode of Meet at the Apple, @VitoFCalise and @jmb9191 sit down with Francisco Lindor and David Wright!
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— New York Mets (@Mets) March 26, 2024
Awards picks for the 2024 MLB season: https://t.co/nVtic2l4R0 pic.twitter.com/xokeRIija4
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 26, 2024
Number 3 on our list: Pete Alonso
Asking if 2024 will be the final season for Alonso as a Met will linger throughout the season. Both him and the Mets appear comfortable to let this play out to free agency. It worked for the Mets with Brandon Nimmo & Edwin Diaz and it sounds… pic.twitter.com/2Q8eahory3
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 26, 2024
On Baseball Night in New York, @sal_licata, @DaniWex, @AlbaneseLaura & @JerryBlevins discuss Pete Alonso coming in at #3 on our Split Squad countdown https://t.co/0hprcB1Ylf pic.twitter.com/vpB23fdRBa
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 27, 2024
Mel Stottlemyre sent @DocGooden16 a personalized note for Christmas one year: "There will never be another Doc. I've coached for a long time, and he had more talent at 19 than anybody I've ever seen."
"Dr. K" premieres Thursday at 4:30 p.m. on SNY.
➡️ @cadillac pic.twitter.com/rNOBWzb8Xt
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 26, 2024
On a very special episode of Meet at the Apple, @VitoFCalise and @jmb9191 sit down with Francisco Lindor and David Wright!
— New York Mets (@Mets) March 26, 2024
YouTube 👉 https://t.co/pguHKH3BQ5
Apple 👉 https://t.co/7cy8zZubei
Spotify 👉 https://t.co/jCc3Sng1Jq pic.twitter.com/xlQtS3NwGO
Awards picks for the 2024 MLB season: https://t.co/nVtic2l4R0 pic.twitter.com/xokeRIija4
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 26, 2024
Number 3 on our list: Pete Alonso
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 26, 2024
Asking if 2024 will be the final season for Alonso as a Met will linger throughout the season. Both him and the Mets appear comfortable to let this play out to free agency. It worked for the Mets with Brandon Nimmo & Edwin Diaz and it sounds… pic.twitter.com/2Q8eahory3
On Baseball Night in New York, @sal_licata, @DaniWex, @AlbaneseLaura & @JerryBlevins discuss Pete Alonso coming in at #3 on our Split Squad countdown https://t.co/0hprcB1Ylf pic.twitter.com/vpB23fdRBa
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 27, 2024
Mel Stottlemyre sent @DocGooden16 a personalized note for Christmas one year: "There will never be another Doc. I've coached for a long time, and he had more talent at 19 than anybody I've ever seen."
— SNY (@SNYtv) March 26, 2024
"Dr. K" premieres Thursday at 4:30 p.m. on SNY.
➡️ @cadillac pic.twitter.com/rNOBWzb8Xt
MLB.com:
- Experts predict 2024 division winners, WS champ
- 24 things we're looking forward to in 2024 season
- Starting Pitcher Power Rankings, Opening Day Edition
- D-backs land Montgomery just before Opening Day (source)
- The great unknown for every team in 2024
- Play Beat the Streak and be the 1st to win $5.6M prize
- From contenders to longshots, here are your 2024 Rookie of the Year candidates
- No cheering in the press box ... unless your son is on the mound
- Opening Day Pick 'Em: Compete to win ultimate All-Star experience!
- One last hit? Panda caps night of ovations with gift 'for the fans'
- Carlson injury paves way for Scott to start in center on Opening Day
- One must-visit Minor League ballpark from every farm system For the Mets it is: "Mets: Maimonides Park (High-A Brooklyn)...The Cyclones' stadium is in the shadow of the iconic wooden roller coaster that inspired the team's name, as well as everything else New York's amusement park on the sea has to offer. On the way, make sure to stop for a photo at the Jackie Robinson and Pee Wee Reese statue in front of the park, and make sure to grab a Nathan's Hot Dog when you're inside."
MLB Trade Rumors:
- Diamondbacks To Sign Jordan Montgomery
- Joe Boyle To Begin Season In A’s Rotation
- Blue Jays Option Yariel Rodriguez
- Mariners Release Brian Anderson
- Rays Interested In Niko Goodrum
- Marlins Place Huascar Brazobán On Restricted List Due To Visa Issue
- Braves Outright Jackson Stephens
- Angels To Select Miguel Sanó
- White Sox Outright Touki Toussaint
- A’s Acquire T.J. McFarland From Dodgers, Select Him To Roster
- Nationals Select Derek Law
- Dylan Carlson To Be Placed On Injured List; Cardinals To Select Victor Scott II
- Orioles Sign Tony Kemp, Designate Nick Maton
- Rockies Extend Ezequiel Tovar
Yahoo Sports:
- The 50 biggest influencers in MLB: Nos. 50-26 - Edwin Diaz comes in at #47.
- Pablo wants to continue career despite likely final Giants game
- Shohei Ohtani gets warm reception in Anaheim before Dodgers lose to Angels
- Minus 'buffer' of Ippei Mizuhara, Dodgers engaging more directly with Shohei Ohtani
- Watch Pablo single vs. A's in possible final Giants at-bat
- Jordan Montgomery finds new home, but how does it impact the Cubs?
- Report: Diamondbacks add LHP Jordan Montgomery on 1-year deal, $25 million deal
- Jordan Montgomery signing with Diamondbacks
- Who's hot, who's not for Red Sox heading into Opening Day
- Top 10 most impactful NY baseball players for the 2024 MLB season
- Ranadive reveals he, Fisher spoke about A's playing in Sacramento
- Cardinals CF Dylan Carlson to open season on IL after outfield collision with teammate Jordan Walker
- Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Victor Scott II leads priority early pickups ahead of Opening Day
- Veteran MLB players who will still get it done in both fantasy and reality in 2024
- If this is it for Panda, thanks are due for so many Giants memories
- There's a new bag policy for Phillies games at Citizens Bank Park in 2024
- Six intriguing Giants prospects we'll see in majors this season
- Ezequiel Tovar and Colorado Rockies finalize 7-year, $63.5 million contract
- MLB players most likely to define the 2024 fantasy baseball season
- MLB predictions for 2024 playoff teams, World Series champs, MVP and more
- Mets and Yankees 2024 MLB season predictions for final record, team MVP, and more
- Using a new stat to find undervalued 2024 starting pitchers
ESPN:
- Ohtani reps decline to say more on reporting theft
- Sources: D-backs, lefty Montgomery agree on deal
- Roberts: Exit of 'buffer' Mizuhara may aid Ohtani
- 'Good to be home': RP Chavez, 40, makes Braves
- Yankees OF Gonzalez suffers right orbital fracture
- Cards' Carlson out weeks; speedy Scott to start
- Rockies, Tovar agree to 7-yr., $63.5M extension
- A's acquire McFarland from Dodgers for cash
CBS Sports:
- MLB predictions for 2024: Expert picks for full baseball standings, playoff fields and World Series champions
- Jordan Montgomery to sign with Diamondbacks: Reigning NL champions agree to one-year, $25M deal, per report
- MLB free agent tracker: Jordan Montgomery finally finds new home with Diamondbacks just before Opening Day
- MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands as Opening Day awaits, plus the overlooked races to watch
- MLB Opening Day schedule: Complete slate of games as 2024 baseball season fully kicks off Thursday
- What to know about Victor Scott II as Cardinals prospect makes Opening Day roster with Dylan Carlson hurt
FanGraphs:
- Effectively Wild Episode 2144: Season Preview Series: Dodgers and Rockies
- 2024 Positional Power Rankings: Starting Rotation (No. 1-15)
- Jay Jaffe FanGraphs Chat – 3/26/24
- Nolan Schanuel Talks Hitting
- A Living Embodiment of the Idiom: “Penny-Wise but Pound-Foolish”
- 2024 Positional Power Rankings: Starting Rotation (No. 16-30)
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Today in Mets History Per Ultimatemets.com:
Born on this date:
- Bill Sudakis (1946)
- Michael Cuddyer (1979)
- Johnny Monell (1986)
- Matt Harvey (1989)
- Brandon Nimmo (1993)
Transactions:
New York Mets purchased Bill Sudakis from the Los Angeles Dodgers on March 27, 1972.
New York Mets released Jim Beauchamp on March 27, 1974.
New York Mets traded Jackson Todd to the Philadelphia Phillies for Edward Cuervo on March 27, 1978.
New York Mets traded Nino Espinosa to the Philadelphia Phillies for Richie Hebner and Jose Moreno on March 27, 1979.
New York Mets traded Ed Hearn, Rick Anderson and Mauro Gozzo to the Kansas City Royals for David Cone and Chris Jelic on March 27, 1987.
New York Mets traded Kevin Baez and Tom Wegmann to the Baltimore Orioles for David Segui on March 27, 1994.
New York Mets traded Mark Leiter to the Colorado Rockies for Brian Rose on March 27, 2001.
New York Mets traded Timo Perez to the Chicago White Sox for Matt Ginter on March 27, 2004.
New York Mets signed free agent Raul Valdes on March 27, 2010.
New York Mets sold Elvin Ramirez to the Los Angeles Angels on March 27, 2013.
New York Mets signed free agent Rene Rivera on March 27, 2019.
1992: A lawsuit is filed against Mets pitcher David Cone by three women who charge him with exposing himself to them while in the bullpen at Shea Stadium.
3/27/1993 Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo is born. Nimmo has a career .393 on-base percentage and trails only John Olerud (.425) for the highest OBP in team history.@You_Found_Nimmo pic.twitter.com/T8obYUsJEe
— This Day in Mets History (@NYMhistory) March 27, 2022
3/27/1987 The Mets trade Ed Hearn, Rick Anderson and Mauro Gozzo to the Royals for David Cone and Chris Jelic. As a Met, Cone was a 20-game winner, pitched an immaculate inning and tied a franchise record by striking out 19 batters in a game. @dcone36 pic.twitter.com/gS8msoW6Cf
— This Day in Mets History (@NYMhistory) March 27, 2022
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