Meet the Mets
Anthony DiComo breaks down Bo Bichette’s upcoming decision about the opt-out clause in his contract, and like the rest of us, he concludes that it’s likely that Bichette will opt in.
Danny Abriano looks at five under-the-radar free agents who could be good fits for the Mets this offseason.
Lauara Alabnese takes us behind the scenes for a look at the people who orchestrate all of the various things that Mr. and Mrs. Met wear and use during games at Citi Field.
Around the National League East
Don Mattingly vowed to be less cautious
next year in his first full season managing the Phillies, and the Good Phight has a recap of Dave Dombrowski’s press conference that took place about two weeks after Philadelphia was eliminated from the playoffs.
Before committing to retaining Mattingly as manager, the Phillies reached out to Chase Utley and Raúl Ibañez to see if they might be interested in the job.
And last but not least, the Phillies have hired former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as their third base and infield coach.
The Braves are a potential fit for Japanesse pitcher Hiromi Itoh.
Federal Baseball writes that Harry Ford didn’t live up to expectations in his first year with the Nationals.
Around Major League Baseball
The Brewers completed a sweep of the Dodgers with a thrilling come-from-behind 6-4 win in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series in Los Angeles.
That win gave Milwaukee its first trip to the World Series since 1982.
Speaking of thrillers, if you’re into well-pitched, low-scoring playoff games, the Guardians’ 3-2 win over the Rays in Game 3 of the American League Championship Series yesterday afternoon was tailor made for you.
Petey Halpin, an outfielder who got just 195 plate appearances in the big leagues this year in Cleveland, hit a decisive two-run home run in the fifth inning, turning the Guardians’ one-run deficit into a one-run lead.
Brewers first baseman Jake Bauers was named NLCS MVP, a well-earned honor after he put up a .986 OPS in the series and came through with multiple big hits.
As you’ve likely already heard during this postseason, Bauers nearly retired from baseball a couple years ago.
Despite their reputation for small ball in the regular season, the Brewers walked, struck out, and hit home runs very frequently in their NLCS victory.
Buster Olney writes about the confidence that José Ramírez exudes and his energy that’s fueling the Guardians’ postseason run.
Miguel Rojas, who began his major league career with the Dodgers before spending eight years with the Marlins and returning to the Dodgers for the past five seasons, announced his retirement following the Dodgers’ loss.
Shohei Ohtani, who led off for the Dodgers last night despite his recent struggles and hit a three-run home run in the second inning, isn’t sure if his knee and biceps injuries will require surgery this offseason, but he plans to return to pitching next year.
Jayson Stark took a look at Ohtani’s struggles, which began in July and, three-run home run last night aside, continued throughout the Dodgers’ playoff run.
Before the Dodgers’ elimination, Max Ralph took a look at how their pitching would line up if they were to pull off a comeback after trailing 3-0 in the series.
The Yankees are a little upset with Aaron Judge after their best player suggested the team could have spent more.
Joel Sherman writes that the Yankees’ roller coaster ride at shortstop has finally come to an end with George Lombard.
The Tampa City Council approved a procedural funding decision for the Rays’ new stadium.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
We began our series of season review pieces by taking a look at Jorge Polanco’s wildly disappointing season.
This Date in Mets History
Two years ago today, the Mets were blown out and shut out by the Dodgers in Game 3 of the NLCS, but on this date in 1969, the team won the World Series for the first time.
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