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More Elite Stuff

432 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Baseball
  1. The Mets are prioritizing arms with elite stuff in their bullpen signings.
  2. Jake Diekman's success in Tampa was attributed to adjustments in pitch mix and release point.
  3. The Mets' careful spending approach includes considerations for remaining payroll and tough roster decisions.

J.D. Martinez, anyone?

373 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Baseball Contracts Rumors Injuries
  1. There is potential interest from the Mets in signing J.D. Martinez for their designated hitter position.
  2. The Mets may take advantage of the slow market for designated hitters if the price is right.
  3. As Spring Training approaches, expect more rumors and market creation strategies for unsigned players.

Back on the Saddle

353 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Baseball
  1. The author is back after being sick and is about to start writing about the Mets again.
  2. Pitchers and catchers are set to report in 12 days, with the team's first workout in two weeks.
  3. The Mets have officially signed Adam Ottavino.

What happened to optionality?

275 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Baseball Contracts Teams Free Agency
  1. Teams are extending players early in their careers to secure productive years and avoid high costs later on.
  2. Being limited in player flexibility can lead to challenges in finalizing team rosters and potentially losing players to waivers or free agency.
  3. Backloading contracts can help teams manage luxury tax impact and compete for player services effectively in the long term.

Super Mets Fan

255 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Baseball Football Athlete Fandom
  1. Baseball season is near with Mets starting workouts soon.
  2. Taylor Swift should not distract from following Patrick Mahomes.
  3. Access to full post archives with a 7-day free trial subscription to Mets Fix.
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Commanding speed

275 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Baseball News
  1. Excitement for baseball season starting soon with pitchers and catchers reporting.
  2. Mets signed Shintaro Fujinami to strengthen their bullpen.
  3. Offer of 7-day free trial to subscribe and access full post archives.

Ottavino returns

294 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Baseball
  1. The Mets signed Adam Ottavino to boost their bullpen.
  2. There is still more work to be done by the team.
  3. Pitchers and catchers are reporting in 14 days.

Stuff over Pedigree

275 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Baseball News
  1. Mets are 11 days away from pitchers and catchers reporting
  2. Saturday home games for Mets move to daytime
  3. Front office urged to secure reliable players

Positional optionality

235 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Baseball Training
  1. Baseball season is starting, with Mets players already practicing in Port St. Lucie.
  2. Pitchers and catchers are reporting in 4 days.
  3. Access Mets Fix posts with a 7-day free trial subscription.

Just Short

294 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Baseball News
  1. Billy Wagner falls short of reaching the Hall of Fame, while three others make it.
  2. The Mets are looking for relief pitching in the market.
  3. Spring training is just 21 days away.

No relief in sight

255 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Hockey Travel
  1. The post discusses a hockey game involving Patrick Roy and the Islanders team.
  2. The author is spending a vacation in Montreal and Ottawa after coaching his daughter's team.
  3. There is an option for readers to subscribe for a 7-day free trial to read more posts.

What counts in life

255 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Personal Story Team Dynamics
  1. The author's daughter's hockey team had a great run in a tournament.
  2. The team lost in the championship game to a strong opponent.
  3. Despite the loss, the author is immensely proud of the team.

Great Scott

275 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Baseball Prospects Subscription
  1. David Stearns is confident in his team's playoff chances.
  2. Five Mets players are on Baseball Prospectus' Top 101 prospects list.
  3. Christian Scott is among the top prospects.

Remember Buddy

294 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Baseball News
  1. Mets legend Buddy Harrelson passed away
  2. The Mets reached agreements with six arbitration-eligible players
  3. Access to full post archives with a 7-day free trial on Mets Fix

Ballot Time

235 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Baseball News
  1. Find out if Billy Wagner is inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame tonight.
  2. Mets missed out on Aroldis Chapman and are still engaged with Hector Neris.
  3. Spring training is 22 days away, get ready for Mets Fix with your morning coffee!

Reaching for the Stars

255 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Baseball International Players
  1. The Mets signed Dominican and Venezuelan prospects while Starling Marte stands out in winter ball.
  2. The Mets had a Dominican-themed week, celebrating their Academy's graduation ceremony.
  3. Read more by subscribing to Mets Fix for a 7-day free trial.

Forever Mets

235 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Baseball Sports News
  1. Spring training for pitchers and catchers is less than a month away.
  2. Mets will be reporting to Port St. Lucie on February 14.
  3. First full-squad workout is scheduled for February 19.

All quiet on the Alonso front

255 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Baseball
  1. Negotiations for a contract extension between Pete Alonso and the Mets are at a standstill
  2. David Stearns is actively trying to trade for more starting pitching for the Mets
  3. Read more with a 7-day free trial on Mets Fix

A quick note

216 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Coaching Hockey Team
  1. The author is sending a quick newsletter due to a busy schedule coaching a hockey team.
  2. The newsletter discusses scheduling conflicts related to coaching a children's hockey team.
  3. The author mentions coaching his daughter's hockey team in a tournament during a busy time.

Not much more to spend

235 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Podcasts
  1. The post discusses the latest offseason signings for the Mets, including Sean Manaea and Harrison Bader.
  2. It mentions insights on the 40-man roster and Pete Alonso rumors.
  3. Readers can access the full post archives with a 7-day free trial subscription.

Hey Manaea!

235 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Baseball
  1. The Mets signed Sean Manaea to a two-year, $28 million contract with an opt out in 2024.
  2. The Mets are being risk-averse in their 2024 offseason signings.
  3. Read more about the Mets' rotation and offseason moves with a 7-day free trial on Mets Fix.

Meet the new Mets

196 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Baseball
  1. Introduction of new Mets players: Harrison Bader and Luis Severino.
  2. David Stearns shares update on offseason approach.
  3. Mets sign Yacksel Ríos to a minor-league deal and an update on arbitration deadline.

Sick Day

117 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Health
  1. The author is taking a sick day due to flu-like symptoms.
  2. Prior to this, the author mentions being generally healthy.
  3. The post indicates a 7-day free trial for readers.

Stumbling, while Rumble-in

353 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
🎾 Sports Baseball Sports News
  1. Binghamton advanced to the Eastern League Championship.
  2. David Peterson stumbled in a 5-4 loss with Mark Vientos hitting another home run.
  3. Tommy Pham shared insights on a losing season for the Mets.

A scouting departure

314 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23
🎾 Sports Baseball
  1. It's the offseason for scouting news.
  2. Updates will come during the postseason.
  3. High gear resumes after the World Series.

October Schedule

294 implied HN points • 11 Oct 23
🎾 Sports
  1. The publishing schedule will be adjusted until November due to MLB postseason and Mets offseason
  2. No specific days are promised for publishing, it will happen based on news
  3. Readers can start a 7-day free trial to access full post archives

A Stearns Move

314 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23
🎾 Sports Baseball News
  1. David Stearns is coming to save the Mets
  2. Ronny Mauricio impresses with his first major league home run
  3. Access full post archives with a 7-day free trial of Mets Fix

Bringing Sexy Back

294 implied HN points • 18 Sep 23
🎾 Sports Baseball Basketball Subscription
  1. The Mets are starting a seven-game road trip after salvaging a series against the Reds.
  2. Mark Vientos is showing improvement recently.
  3. The Knicks have embraced the motto 'Once A Knick, Always A Knick.'

Get to know Joander Suarez

314 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
🎾 Sports Baseball Profiles
  1. The post is about Joander Suarez, a young right-hander catching attention in baseball.
  2. Suarez is not a top-ranked prospect, but is impressing people with his performance.
  3. Read more about Suarez with a 7-day free trial subscription to Mets Fix.

Happy Opening Day!

412 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
🎾 Sports Baseball Teams Players Games
  1. Baseball fans celebrate Opening Day with special memories and stories.
  2. The New York Mets have a strong history of winning on Opening Day.
  3. New rules and exciting matchups mark the start of the 2023 baseball season.

1 sleep away!

373 implied HN points • 29 Mar 23
🎾 Sports Baseball
  1. Opening Day for the Mets is just one sleep away!
  2. The Mets owner's spending highlights disparities in baseball.
  3. The Mets lineup has depth compared to other teams like the Phillies.

Roster Decisions

314 implied HN points • 27 Mar 23
🎾 Sports Baseball Injuries Player development Team Management
  1. The Mets are finalizing their roster decisions for Opening Day, including signing Dylan Bundy for more depth in the starting rotation.
  2. Max Scherzer will start the opener, with Justin Verlander pitching the home opener - despite dealing with an injury scare in his final spring tune-up.
  3. The process of selecting the Opening Day roster is ceremonial and a fluid process, aimed at balancing competing for a championship and developing top talent.

Senga !

314 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
🎾 Sports Baseball
  1. Mets fans are feeling positive after a good weekend.
  2. The Mets bullpen and rotation are performing well.
  3. The team is showing strong fielding skills and hitting capabilities.

State of the Union

314 implied HN points • 23 Mar 23
🎾 Sports Baseball Team Management
  1. Steve Cohen talks about the Mets and the World Baseball Classic
  2. Updates on Edwin Díaz's injury and negotiations with Pete Alonso
  3. Insurance impact on team's ability to add more talent

A Mets Fix Special

294 implied HN points • 24 Mar 23
🎾 Sports Baseball
  1. The newsletter was started by fans who wanted this content
  2. They offer a 7-day free trial to read the full post archives
  3. The post includes exciting new features to share with readers