According to several reports, the Arizona Diamondbacks have signed Jon Garland to a one-year contract that includes a club option for 2010. There had been rumors that the Mets were mildly interested in the sturdy, steady, yet unspectacular righthander, who won 14 games last season. Garland would have been a nice addition to the back … Read more
In an effort to bolster their starting rotation, the Mets have signed free-agent veteran pitcher Freddy Garcia to a one year, incentive-laden, minor-league contract and invited him to spring training. Garcia had been rumored to join the Mets organization since last winter, and had been championed at this blog on several occasions. There is some … Read more
It’s less than a month before spring training, and the Mets still need a frontline, #2 / #3 type starter; middle relief help; starting rotation depth; and a legitimate left fielder (who ideally bats with power from the right side). They also have a question at second base and might have interest in upgrading the … Read more
According to David Lennon of Newsday, the Mets are considering Ben Sheets and Andy Pettitte to fill out their starting rotation. Per Lennon: For his part, Minaya has played it cool, suggesting that he has other options if Perez falls through. Two of the most intriguing names still available are Ben Sheets and Andy Pettitte, … Read more
Per several sources, agent Scott Boras is meeting with the Atlanta Braves to talk about Derek Lowe. Lowe had reportedly been offered a 3-year, $35M contract by the New York Mets. Boras is seeking at least four years at around $16M per season for his client. In desperate need to add starting pitching, the Atlanta … Read more
