I still want the Mets to sign Manaea, even though it is outside Stearns comfort level. 4/$85 works for me. And then I want them to add a starting pitcher who is better than that. A trade for Crochet (and Robert?) or a big signing for Burnes, that kind of thing.
Soto has to be resolved first.
Given that this year represents Stearns first real chance to remake the roster, it feels like Alonso is the key opportunity for a makeover. I'm having a harder time imagining Stearns locking up Pete long-term.
If Soto signs with the Red Sox I’m going to scream. There’s no two ways about it but it also begs another question. Are the Mets not the prized organization we all think they are? Seriously, think about it. We’ve missed out on big name players before and yes during the Coupons years (after the Madoff implosion) it was even worse but we for some reason aren’t able to land a generational player for any cost. I’m not going there (yet) but what the hell? My sights have been set on him for years and I’m going to be beyond disappointed if he goes elsewhere. Assuming he does sign somewhere else does that make Big Pete a must sign? I almost think it does as Belleneger makes more sense in the Bronx especially with that short porch in right. Dude will hit 50 there for sure. I’m also becoming a bit concerned with Stearns and what his philosophy has shown to this point with pitching. Are we going to be making up a staring rotation with guys who are reclamation projects every year? I mean Montas probably is a tweak or two from becoming what? A sub 4 ERA pitcher who can give us 180-200 innings? That’s what his philosophy is? Sure that ERA now is pretty damn decent but it’s not anyone that makes you want to run to the park to see. Are we not going to ever look to sign guys who might be in the mix for a Cy? I get it there aren’t many of them out there anyways but let’s figure something out here. I hope the Soto situation ending is the start of making some moves here. We need real dudes who can get us a frigging ring dammit! The money is off the books let’s go!
How about a trade for Luis Castillo? He has 4 years $100M left on his deal and is entering his age 32 season. Seattle may be looking to save some money. We could trade them McNeil or Marte who have only two and one year respectively left on their deals so it would be a way Cohen’s financial flexibility could be leveraged to improve the team in the near term.
Marte or McNeil would be part of the deal. I would also include a prospect. But Marte and McNeil are major league players. McNeil in particular might bounce back to being an all star. It’s not nothing.
These stadiums for close to 2 billion dollars - really / Its not the NFL. IMO im ok with not resigning Severino - the money way too high as you said. However, If Sterns is 'gridlocked' waiting on a decison from Soto - thats not good. If the Red Sox sign Soto im am not going to be happy (espcially where i live).
How’s the reporting on this in the Hartford Courant? If it’s like it was when I lived there 20 years ago it’s a two way race between the Red Sox and the Yankees, the only two teams that exist.
I still want the Mets to sign Manaea, even though it is outside Stearns comfort level. 4/$85 works for me. And then I want them to add a starting pitcher who is better than that. A trade for Crochet (and Robert?) or a big signing for Burnes, that kind of thing.
Soto has to be resolved first.
Given that this year represents Stearns first real chance to remake the roster, it feels like Alonso is the key opportunity for a makeover. I'm having a harder time imagining Stearns locking up Pete long-term.
Who knows!
If Soto signs with the Red Sox I’m going to scream. There’s no two ways about it but it also begs another question. Are the Mets not the prized organization we all think they are? Seriously, think about it. We’ve missed out on big name players before and yes during the Coupons years (after the Madoff implosion) it was even worse but we for some reason aren’t able to land a generational player for any cost. I’m not going there (yet) but what the hell? My sights have been set on him for years and I’m going to be beyond disappointed if he goes elsewhere. Assuming he does sign somewhere else does that make Big Pete a must sign? I almost think it does as Belleneger makes more sense in the Bronx especially with that short porch in right. Dude will hit 50 there for sure. I’m also becoming a bit concerned with Stearns and what his philosophy has shown to this point with pitching. Are we going to be making up a staring rotation with guys who are reclamation projects every year? I mean Montas probably is a tweak or two from becoming what? A sub 4 ERA pitcher who can give us 180-200 innings? That’s what his philosophy is? Sure that ERA now is pretty damn decent but it’s not anyone that makes you want to run to the park to see. Are we not going to ever look to sign guys who might be in the mix for a Cy? I get it there aren’t many of them out there anyways but let’s figure something out here. I hope the Soto situation ending is the start of making some moves here. We need real dudes who can get us a frigging ring dammit! The money is off the books let’s go!
How about a trade for Luis Castillo? He has 4 years $100M left on his deal and is entering his age 32 season. Seattle may be looking to save some money. We could trade them McNeil or Marte who have only two and one year respectively left on their deals so it would be a way Cohen’s financial flexibility could be leveraged to improve the team in the near term.
I'm a fan of Castillo and the Mariners need bats. However, I don't think your offer would be very enticing from the Mariners POV.
I am very unclear regarding Jeff's trade value. As for Marte, I don't think he has much, if any.
Marte or McNeil would be part of the deal. I would also include a prospect. But Marte and McNeil are major league players. McNeil in particular might bounce back to being an all star. It’s not nothing.
These stadiums for close to 2 billion dollars - really / Its not the NFL. IMO im ok with not resigning Severino - the money way too high as you said. However, If Sterns is 'gridlocked' waiting on a decison from Soto - thats not good. If the Red Sox sign Soto im am not going to be happy (espcially where i live).
How’s the reporting on this in the Hartford Courant? If it’s like it was when I lived there 20 years ago it’s a two way race between the Red Sox and the Yankees, the only two teams that exist.
Right now not much thank god ! It still is all Yankees and Red Sox coverage though