Good Morning. Happy Birthday J.J. Putz, Kelly Johnson, and Tim Peterson. Tomas Nido and Jordan Yamamoto talk to the press, Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso arrive at Spring Training and Kevin Pillar is officially signed.
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Luis Rojas on the message he'll deliver to the team tomorrow:
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 21, 2021
"We're a very talented group of guys...that doesn't necessarily mean we're the best team out there. That is something we have to get to" pic.twitter.com/LSW3ujRILT
Luis Rojas talks about seeing Francisco Lindor at camp earlier today:
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 21, 2021
"It's just great to see him in the uniform...smiling of course" pic.twitter.com/PxjJNa7R0H
SNY.TV:
Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso make their debut at Mets camp.
Mets You Tube Video of Lindor and Alonso.
Francisco Lindor has reported to Port St. Lucie. Photos courtesy of the Mets: pic.twitter.com/kIwpmYROR6
— Anthony DiComo (@AnthonyDiComo) February 21, 2021
No, your eyes are not playing tricks on you: that's really Francisco Lindor in a Mets jersey 🙌 pic.twitter.com/whMIwzXaqz
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 21, 2021
Tomas Nido talks about being Francisco Lindor's teammate again:
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 21, 2021
"He's a leader inside and outside the field...it's an honor to be on the same team as him again" pic.twitter.com/O9zzzR5sLw
YouTube Mets Channel: Tomas Nido talks improved offense, meshing with McCann, reuniting with Lindor.
NY
Post: Jordan Yamamoto out to earn Mets rotation spot, special uniform number.
“Jordan Yamamoto grew up in Hawaii, which also produced Sid
Fernandez — a key starting pitcher for the Mets’ last World Series winning
team in 1986…Fernandez and another Hawaiian player of note, Benny
Agbayani, both wore No. 50 for the Mets, representative of the 50th state.
But the right-hander Yamamoto, who arrived in a trade with the Marlins this
offseason, has been issued No. 45 in spring training. Miguel
Castro is No. 50. Yamamoto noted that as a newcomer to the Mets he will
have to earn the number.”
Jordan Yamamoto, a Hawaii native, talks about Sid Fernandez and Benny Agbayani:
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 21, 2021
"I got a call from someone from back home and they were like 'so, you gonna get No. 50?' and I was like, rookie here, can't really do much about that" pic.twitter.com/Q7W3tcpYFp
Jordan Yamamoto on if the Mets gave him any clarity on what his role might be:
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 21, 2021
"They told me we're all fighting for spots here. I'm taking that, I'm working my butt off" pic.twitter.com/S4Tapov9Ag
"I think it will be a tremendous help...to be able to pick their brains on their work ethic, their routine, their daily programs to be able to stay in the game as long as they do"
— SNY (@SNYtv) February 21, 2021
- Jordan Yamamoto on trying to learn from the Mets' veteran starters pic.twitter.com/IXhI8OgWYW
We have signed outfielder Kevin Pillar to a one-year deal. In a corresponding move, outfielder Guillermo Heredia was designated for assignment. https://t.co/7yU6SZDWXN
— New York Mets (@Mets) February 22, 2021
Was told a minute ago that Mets looking at Sam McWilliams or Ryley Gilliam as last piece for the pen.
— Mack (@JohnMackinAde) February 21, 2021
The Mets further stacked their rotation with the addition of Taijuan Walker. In the latest episode of Daily Bases, we dig into all things starting pitching: Walker, Jacob deGrom, Noah Syndergaard and more.
— Anthony DiComo (@AnthonyDiComo) February 21, 2021
Full video: https://t.co/PqFtPR5wVF pic.twitter.com/0y9ilwnFSL
🍎 Make sure you are signed-up for the @MetsFix newsletter for a breakdown of recently-signed starter Taijuan Walker.
— JB (@JeffreyBellone) February 21, 2021
Found some interesting things that I’m excited to write about in more detail
👉 https://t.co/O5VIHdyTyz pic.twitter.com/kYO9xIknuV
.@Mets ace Jacob deGrom is the closest thing you’ll get to a perfect pitcher in Ron Darling’s eyes.@Topps | #Top100RightNow pic.twitter.com/DvwYX0BgY0
— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) February 21, 2021
Mets.com:
Dom Smith talks shop with idol Barry Bonds. “The two talked about issues
ranging from baseball -- Smith was particularly curious about what it was like
for Bonds to be intentionally walked with the bases loaded -- to life…Smith and
Bonds also hit on the topic of trying to grow interest in baseball from younger
Black players…’It’s going to take the past players, current players, it’s going
to take some help from MLB, it’s going to take some help from a lot of
different avenues,’ Smith said. ‘Because it’s not an easy job. It’s not
something that’s going to be fixed overnight.’”
Our #BlackHistoryMonth IG Live series continues tonight at 8 pm ET with @TheRealSmith2_ and his special guest, @BarryBonds. https://t.co/EX1Rz2o5PO pic.twitter.com/uiltUt9Qxb
— MLB (@MLB) February 21, 2021
this is so good. just a snippet. still live on MLB’s IG pic.twitter.com/dNSjXeYMlr
— The Apple (@TheAppleNYM) February 22, 2021
Hopefully you didn’t miss @TheRealSmith2_ and @BarryBonds on IG Live. DO MORE OF THIS, @MLB. pic.twitter.com/I7VdaTfV4c
— The 7 Line (@The7Line) February 22, 2021
Enjoy this video of Ronny Mauricio, @MarkVientos_5 and @baty_brett taking BP today. 🤩 #Mets pic.twitter.com/7x8EjOeRdZ
— Mets Farm Report (@MetsFarmReport) February 21, 2021
An absolutely 🚀 by David Rodríguez. pic.twitter.com/EYKB9i29rV
— Mets Farm Report (@MetsFarmReport) February 19, 2021
I’ll ever get tired of see Yogi watch Tom Seaver warm up pic.twitter.com/wMc3SCrNWr
— BaseballHistoryNut (@nut_history) February 21, 2021
Certainly jarring for Seattle #Mariners prized prospect Jarred Kelenic to learn that he won't be making their opening-day roster after rejecting a six-year contract extension with options, as Mariners president Kevin Mather disclosed. Of course, it delays his service time. https://t.co/dp0VoxsTva
— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) February 21, 2021
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Today
in Mets History Per
Ultimatemets.com:
Born on this date:
- J.
J. Putz (1977)
- Kelly
Johnson (1982)
- Tim
Peterson (1991)
Died on this date:
- Mario
Ramirez (2013)
- Jack
Hamilton (2018)
Transactions:
New York Mets traded Bobby Klaus, Wayne Graham and Jimmie Schaffer to
the Philadelphia Phillies for Dick Stuart on
February 22, 1966.
New York Mets signed free agent Juan Berenguer on
February 22, 1975.
New York Mets released Mark Bradley on
February 22, 1984.
New York Mets signed free agent Mark Johnson on
February 22, 2000.
Montreal Expos claimed Endy Chavez of
the New York Mets on waivers on February 22, 2002.
Los Angeles Angels signed Jason Isringhausen of
the New York Mets as a free agent on February 22, 2012.
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1966 |
The Mets trade Wayne Graham, Bobby Klaus, and Jimmie
Schaffer to the Phillies for first baseman Dick Stuart, who will join the
Dodgers after being released by the team in June. During his brief tenure
with the Amazins,' Dr. Strangelove plays in 31 games, hitting .231 while
committing six errors. |
|
2008 |
The Mets, who had not gone to arbitration with a player in
16 years, come out on the short end of the hearing when southpaw Oliver Perez
(15-10, 3.56) gets a favorable decision in his case from arbitrators Steven
Wolf, Robert Bailey, and Elizabeth Neumeier. The southpaw is awarded $6.5
million for this year, rather than the club's offer of $4,725,000. |
Centerfield Maz:
Mack’s
Blast From the Past comes from 2-22-13: Mack had a great report from 2013
Spring Training and talked about Prospect Camp with players like Jacob
deGrom, Zack
Wheeler, Hansel
Robles and more.
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12 comments:
A day closer to games. Yay.
Barry Bonds looked young enough to make a comeback. Why not? He'd probably still have a .400 OBP.
Mauricio had to have added some beef to that skinny frame. That's what 18 months since prior games will do for you.
Nido to me did not sound like he was oozing hitting confidence. More cautiously hopeful. Hopefully, his bat will speak louder than his body language.
Mack's 2013 Blast from the Past about guys in Prospect Camp - as it turns out, about a half dozen pitchers who have thrown an awful lot in the big leagues, including one Cy Young 2 time winner. And just one hitter (Nimmo). Plawecki was 2nd best. That was some dry season on the farm for hitters.
Tom, I didn’t get that when I heard his interview. Tome it sounded like quiet confidence, which I prefer.
Saw that Bonds/Smith interview last night, it was so much fun. Smith seemed to stutter early on, as he was nervous, but it flowed great as they talked about many topics that just allowed Binds to open up about his upbringing and his baseball career.
*Tomas sounded like quiet confidence, which I prefer.
Gus, I just hope Nido shows he has discovered a hit tool. That's really all he needs to be a solid # 2.
I'd take .225/.300/.380 from him.
Yesterday I watched the entire clip -- ten minutes in all -- of Jordan Yamamoto.
Loved it, liked him a lot. Smart, articulate, dedicated, extremely appealing young man who will be easy to root for. Comments about Sid Fernandez, learning from Stroman, etc. All good and on point.
But here's the thing:
He's not a very good pitcher.
I mean, maybe it works out for him. But I'm not betting on it. And this is the "depth" we keep hearing about, ad nauseam. Our #7 pitcher. Praise the Lord!
Ideally, he's forced to give us a few starts along the way -- somebody goes on a 15-day DL, whatever -- and I think Yamamoto could conceivably be a credible guy out there for a brief period. He's very likely not better than Sean Gilmartin or Walter Lockett. I suspect he's worse. That's baseball. Those are the guys you can get to fill AAA rosters in the chance you might need a spot start here or there.
Yamamoto doesn't have a fastball or a changeup. And he struggles with control. I wish him luck with that.
Could it work out for him? Hey, he's 24. Maybe. But how many RHP are there who do well hitting 90 on the radar? Not many. And not for long.
Here's a clue: the Marlins gave up on him. Or, that is, traded him away in exchange for Federico Polanco.
Who? Exactly.
But main point: Seems like an absolutely terrific kid. I'll be rooting, but not exactly hoping. "Depth" sounds good . . . until you actually have to put these guys on the mound in a game that counts.
Stay healthy, Mets! Because if lose half the starters like last year, we're fuct.
Jimmy
Depth chart:
The King
The Cookie
The Loudmouth
The other Loudmouth that’s hurt now
Walker
Peterson
Lucchesi
McWilliams
Lugo
Gaellman
Yamamoto
Yes, exactly my point! Thanks, Gus.
Don't forget Eikhoff and Oswalt.
For new depth, the Mets have added Lucchesi (mildly hopeful about him), McWilliams, 25, has never pitched in MLB (wild card, spin rate king, could be good), and Yamamoto.
Lugo is hurt and slated for pen.
Gsellman, sigh. 9.64 ERA last year, -0.5 WAR. He started 4 games: 2 IP/3 Runs; 1.2 IP/1 Run; 4 IP, 1 Run; 1.2 IP, 4 Runs. If we start handing him the ball as a starter . . . DUCK.
I think it's overall not terrible. That's "depth" in today's MLB. But to pretend that this is some amazing achievement in acquiring depth is ridiculous and that's THE NARRATIVE. I thought the Rays did well to pick up Wacha for $3 million. For the Mets, the injuries forced us to use him too much. He needed to be a reliever, spot starter, and got thrust into a role he couldn't handle.
I actually think the pen is in worse shape. I like our starting rotation a lot.
Jimmy
I will add one more name to starter depth...Tylor Megill.
The guy who pitched in 2019 was good. He's had 18 months to improve.
I just have this sneaking suspicion he opens some eyes this spring, especially if he is hitting 98, like McWilliams.
More likely Megill is a future pen arm, but what the heck. Maybe there is a starter in there.
And there is always Tom Szapucki.
Wacha - if the Rays signed him, he probably has merit for 2021. The Mets just had to get rid of the 2-16 Porcello/Wacha/Matz trio. Just for a clean start and break from failure, for the Mets AND those pitchers (in that order),
The rest of the team's pitchers went a solid 24-18 (.571) last year. The Mets need their entire staff to go better than .571 this season.
Part of the debris they found from that jet engine that came apart the other day was actually not the plane at all. It was a Pete Alonso-launched baseball. He'll be back with a vengeance this season.
Tom, any truth to what is being reported that a batting practice shit of Alonso’s hit that engine so hard that it blew up?
Gus, there is intense speculation in that regard and authorities are analyzing the DNA of some pieces of fecal matter at the debris site and are attempting to confer with Pete. His attorneys are urging him not to cooperate. That's all I know so far.
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