NEW YORK — The odds that New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte The numbers of people who make the roster for the wild card series are shrinking every day. Speaking prior to Wednesday’s regular-season final against the Washington NationalsBuck Showalter, Mets manager admitted that outfielder Jason Vargas is not likely to be available for Friday’s … Read more
NEW YORK – With the MetsAfter New York, the swept their offense. Atlanta BravesThe absence of an outfielder Starling Marte There is a huge gap in the lineup. Buck Showalter, Mets manager, said Monday that Marte will not be returning for the last three games of the regular-season because of a nondisplaced fracture in his … Read more
NEW YORK — Alan Alcantara, a Dominican Republic native, played a lot in baseball as a child. Sometimes, he did not have a glove. When the Mets‘ Starling Marte Alcantara scored a homerun at Citi Field Tuesday night. He was holding Levi, his 1-year old son. Alcantara was able to use his free hand and … Read more
PORT ST. LUCIE FLA. Robinson CanóReady to take another hit at first base. A second baseman throughout his career, Canó is scheduled to play first in spring training Thursday as the New York MetsYou can experiment with different options to keep your bat in the lineup. The 39-year-old Canó has played 2,158 games at second … Read more
PORT ST. LUCIE FL. — With quick Starling MarteA blique injury has caused the patient to be slowed. New York MetsWe are not in a hurry to rush the newcomer. The 33-year old outfielder, who has two Gold Gloves, led the majors in stolen bases with Miami and Oakland. He then signed as an unrestricted … Read more
A few minutes before the start of a Nationals/Braves game last year, one of Juan SotoHis sprints led him to the outfield, just behind second base. He paused to say hello to his teammates. Ozzie AlbiesHe talks to everyone and, after a while, he disappears. Ronald Acuña Jr.Participated, listening more than speaking. Baseball endures partly … Read more
Black Friday, an American tradition, is meant as a mad scramble to find bargains. Black Friday, in particular, is a day of celebration. MetsWe were definitely in a panic — all we can think about is what Steve Cohen’s eyes looked like. his club signed three free-agent hitters over the span of a few hours. … Read more