Despite already having a competent backup in Omir Santos, the Mets have signed two backup catchers — Chris Coste and Henry Blanco — and are in the market for a starting backstop. We know Omar Minaya has his eye on Bengie Molina, but he’s not the only one out there. Let’s go through the top targets.
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7 Myths About Pudge Rodriguez Dispelled
Since October of last year, excuse after excuse has been piled on explaining why the Mets can’t, or won’t, sign Pudge Rodriguez. At the least, let’s put the myths to rest.
Can the Mets Make a Deal?
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
Does Brian Schneider Stink?
Earlier this offseason — before Omar Minaya went into hibernation — there were rumblings that the Mets might be looking to upgrade their catching situation. Various rumors swirled involving Jason Varitek, Ivan Rodriguez, and Bengie Molina, among others. According to “sources with knowledge of the Mets’ thinking”, the team was hoping to get more offensive … Read more
Schneider, Castro Available
According to Jon Heyman, the Mets are open to trading catchers Brian Schneider and Ramon Castro. To which my reply is, who cares? I do not doubt the Mets are open to trading either — or both — of those players. And I’m sure that Heyman’s information is reliable and legitimate. But again, why would … Read more