Mets Ask Pedro Feliciano To Start Season At Triple-A
New York brass informed Feliciano on Monday that he won't make the Opening Day roster. The Mets want Feliciano to spend a month in the minors working on his velocity.
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New York brass informed Feliciano on Monday that he won't make the Opening Day roster. The Mets want Feliciano to spend a month in the minors working on his velocity.
The split squad Mets were defeated by the Tigers 9-4 on Sunday.
Lucas Duda hit a big blast off Drew Storen in the Mets 3-1 victory over the Nationals on Saturday.
Johan Santana is unsure when he'll make his major league return.
Wright isn't just "Captain America" or Mr. Met or the fourth captain in franchise history. He has a chance to go down as the greatest player in franchise history.
If Marcum is expected to return to the lineup shortly, his condition is likely of the uncomplicated variety. However, as with all overuse injuries, too much too soon leads to increased vulnerability. Take heed, Marcum.
As the newly appointed team leader, David Wright has already made his first decision: He won't wear the captain's 'C' on his Mets jersey.
"This is probably one of the proudest days of my career so far," Wright said. "(I'm) honored and very proud to be on the short list of guys that have been captain of this franchise. For me it's a dream come true, to say the least."
While Mets have had their share of injuries during spring training, but Shaun Marcum's right shoulder doesn't appear to be a major issue.
Manager Terry Collins said he'd announce his starter for Opening Day "in the next couple of days."
"Right now, the way Valdespin has been swinging the bat in that spot, we're leaning towards him," Collins told WFAN host Mike Francesa on Wednesday. "As of right now, that's what we're looking at."
The team's top positional prospect has impressed his future teammates and coaches. You know, the ones headed to Queens in less than two weeks.
Harvey struck out six over 5 1/3 innings of two-run ball as the New York Mets beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 3-2, on Monday.
The superstar third baseman will likely be named the fourth captain in franchise history before the season begins on April 1, according to a report.
David Wright doesn't regret his decision to play in the World Baseball Classic and feels risks come whenever you play baseball.
