Mets Junkies

  • Baty Talks About Being Called up (Video)

    Tim LoCastro has been placed on the 10-day Injured List while starting pitcher Jose Butto has been optioned to Triple-A Syracuse. To fill out the extra spot, Billy Eppler and the Mets have also recalled RHP Edwin Uceta for depth in the bullpen.

    Gem Tablak

  • Are the Mets Ready to Move Mauricio?

    Fans of the youngster have been waiting him for a few seasons now and it’s not a surprise that the shortstop has built a following. When your team is hitting and/or winning ballgames, you’re probably not in much of a hurry to promote the switch-hitter. The last thing you want your prospects to do is…

    Gem Tablak

  • Mets Junkies Game Recap: Megill & Castro sharp; Peterson loses to Cards

    The game started off with Pete Alonso making a challenging play in foul territory, battling the sun and the turf to make the out. Alonso stated earlier in the spring that he plans to eventually walk away with a gold glove, as the slugger is known to have a hard worker’s ethic. After the Cardinals…

    Gem Tablak

  • Who to Watch in the Minors? Part One

    With the current MLB Lockout still in play, the odds are that the minor league season will start before the MLB season does. So which prospects should fans keep an eye on? Unfortunately the Mets 40 man roster Players aren’t allowed to play in the minors during the season. The Obvious The obvious prospects to…

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  • MetsJunkies MiLB Recap: Mauricio and Fermin Both Homer Twice

    Syracuse Mets (24-48) The Syracuse Mets beat the Railriders 10-8. Mark Payton made his Mets organization debut with a bang. Syracuse walked 11 times to help their offense score the 10 runs. Mason Williams: 0 for 1, 3RBI, 2BB, R .293avg/.783OPS Mark Payton: 2 for 4, 2RBI, 2R, BB .287avg/.787OPS Wilfredo Tovar: 1 for 1,…

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  • MetsJunkies MiLB Recap: Cyclones Win in Ginn Strong Debut

    Syracuse Mets (23-46) Syracuse struggles against the Bisons continued in a 10-6 loss. Mason Williams and Ceasar Puello both homered in the loss. Syracuse did score 3 runs in innings of Anthony Kay. Mason Williams: 2 for 3, HR, RBI, 2BB, 3R .302avg/.808OPS What a start! Mason Williams goes deep and we are on the…

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