The New York Mets may soon be in the market for a new first baseman, as Pete Alonso is approaching free agency. In a recent discussion on *Baseball Night in New York*, MLB analyst Anthony McCarron suggested a high-profile trade that would involve the Mets acquiring Vladimir Guerrero Jr. from the Toronto Blue Jays. …
With the New York Mets officially out of postseason contention, all eyes will turn to the front office as they approach what promises to be an expensive free-agency period. Retaining Pete Alonso could prove challenging, especially with his new agent, Scott Boras, known for prolonging negotiations to secure the best deals for his clients. The…
The Toronto Blue Jays are enduring one of the most disappointing seasons in baseball. Looking ahead to next year, they’re already considering a key change to get back on track and compete for a postseason spot. Despite the team’s struggles, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has had an outstanding season, earning All-Star honors while hitting .318/.392/.555 with…
Despite speculation around impending free agent Pete Alonso, the Mets, currently holding the third NL Wild Card spot, have reportedly decided to keep their star first baseman. According to Will Sammon of The Athletic, the Mets have informed interested teams that Alonso is unlikely to be traded. The Mets still aim to make strategic additions…
The Toronto Blue Jays face a pivotal decision. Exiting the All-Star Break with a 44-52 record, they trail the AL East by 14 games and the Wild Card by 9.5 games. Their -66 run differential and a Pythagorean record of 41-55 indicate that their poor performance is not just bad luck. Consequently, the 2024 season…
As MLB’s July 30 trade deadline approaches, uncertainty looms over whether the Boston Red Sox will opt to be active buyers. In recent seasons, the Red Sox front office has remained inactive during the trade deadline, contributing to their absence from the postseason in four of the last five years. The team’s recent strong performance,…
With rumors continuing to circulate around the New York Mets, their status as prime players at the trade deadline is becoming more plausible. Multiple general managers now anticipate that New York will trade Pete Alonso, the three-time All-Star and arguably the face of the franchise. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported on this in his June 4…
The Minnesota Twins are striving to climb the ranks in what is currently one of the strongest divisions in Major League Baseball, the AL Central. However, to achieve this, they need more offensive power. This likely explains why Ryan Jeffers was the only Twins player to make it onto former MLB GM and insider Jim…
The New York Mets’ difficult season took a further hit on Wednesday afternoon with two significant setbacks occurring in quick succession. First, struggling closer Edwin Díaz was placed on the injured list due to a shoulder impingement just before the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers began. Then, All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso left the…
After transitioning from Buck Showalter to manager Carlos Mendoza, the New York Mets have seen little change in their winning percentage, dropping slightly from 46% last year to 44% this year. Unlike the last offseason, the Mets did not make significant financial investments to pursue a World Series title, anticipating a challenging season. Despite this,…