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Explaining Michael Cuddyer’s Retirement

Dec 16, 2015

Features, National League East, New York Mets, Offseason

The news came suddenly, unexpected and unforeseen. New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer, a veteran of 15 seasons in the Major Leagues, surprised fans and analysts alike last week when he announced he was le...

Report: Michael Cuddyer to Retire

Matthew J. Kozlowski

Dec 11, 2015

Breaking News, Headlines, New York Mets, Offseason

New York Mets outfielder Michael Cuddyer is retiring from baseball, according to Adam Rubin of ESPN. Cuddyer, 36, played 15 years in the league with the Mets, Colorado Rockies, and Minnesota Twins. Cuddyer, ...

Mets Activate Lucas Duda From The DL

Josh Eastern

Sep 7, 2015

Headlines, New York Mets

After spending two-plus weeks on the disabled list battling a herniated disk in his back, the New York Mets have activated first baseman Lucas Duda from the disabled list just in time for their series against t...

Joe Mauer’s Megadeal Still Remains the Right Move for Minnesota Twins

James B. Terry

Jul 16, 2015

American League, American League Central, Features, Major League Baseball, Minnesota Twins, Opinions & Predictions

Joe Mauer might be the most unappreciated franchise player in the history of baseball, with many of his own fans constantly complaining about his contract, questioning his ability to stay on the field, and ofte...

Is the New York Mets’ Offense Enough?

Paul Mammino

Jun 23, 2015

Features, Major League Baseball, National League, National League East, New York Mets, Opinions & Predictions

The 2015 season has been one of hope for the New York Mets franchise. They feature one of the best young rotations in baseball with superstar Matt Harvey returning and a full season of budding ace Jacob deGrom ...

Wright Leaves Game with Pulled Hamstring

Jacob Resnick

Apr 14, 2015

Headlines, Injuries, Major League Baseball, National League, National League East, New York Mets

New York Mets third baseman David Wright was forced to leave Tuesday's 6-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies with what is being diagnosed as a pulled right hamstring. The seven-time All Star experienced...

Mets Finalize Opening Day Roster

Bryan Schwartz

Apr 4, 2015

Breaking News, Headlines, Major League Baseball, National League, National League East, New York Mets, Rumors

The New York Mets finalized their 2015 Opening Day roster Saturday morning, making their final cuts of the spring. Here's a look at who will be featured when the Mets open up the 2015 season on Monday against t...

New York Mets: Powerhouse Offense?

Paul Mammino

Mar 31, 2015

National League, National League East, New York Mets, Opinions & Predictions

The New York Mets have been one of the best teams in baseball over the course of Spring Training, leading the Grapefruit League in wins with 18. Their success has mainly been due to a surprisingly potent offens...

Mets Win Their Spring Training Opener

Bryan Schwartz

Mar 4, 2015

Major League Baseball, National League, National League East, New York Mets

The New York Mets defeated the Atlanta Braves 8-2 in their 2015 spring training opener Wednesday in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Overall, it was an impressive first game for the Amazins' to start a season with in...

David Wright is Key for the Mets in 2015

Adam Hurowitz

Feb 25, 2015

Major League Baseball, National League East, New York Mets, Opinions & Predictions

The New York Mets are set up for an encouraging season. This could be the first time since 2006 that the Mets might play postseason baseball. A lot of things need to go right for them to attain a playoff spot, ...

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