Sorry, Mets fans, but reigning AL MVP and two-way star free agent Shohei Ohtani isn’t coming to Flushing. ESPN’s Jeff Passan released his Winter Meetings preview and confirmed that New York is one of three teams out on Ohtani. The Boston Red Sox and World Series champion Texas Rangers have also shifted their focus to other free agents. Ohtani has spent his entire career with … [Read more...] about New York Mets officially out on star FA Shohei Ohtani
Yankees claim OF Oscar Gonzalez off waivers from Cleveland
The Yankees have claimed outfielder Oscar Gonzalez off waivers from the Cleveland Guardians, according to the YES Network’s Jack Curry. Yankees have claimed OF Oscar Gonzalez off waivers from Cleveland. In 173 at bats last season, his slash line was 214/239/312 with 2 HR and 12 RBI. In his career, he has 13 HR and 55 RBI and a 269/299/413 in 145 games. — JackCurryYES … [Read more...] about Yankees claim OF Oscar Gonzalez off waivers from Cleveland
Mets, RHP Luis Severino agree to one-year deal worth $13 million
The New York Mets have agreed on a one-year, $13 million deal with right-handed starter Luis Severino, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand first reported that both sides were nearing a deal. Right-hander Luis Severino and the New York Mets are finalizing a one-year, $13 million contract, sources familiar with the deal tell ESPN. Severino, 29, will join the … [Read more...] about Mets, RHP Luis Severino agree to one-year deal worth $13 million
Yankees, Padres “exchanging names” on OF Juan Soto
The Yankees and Padres are “exchanging names” on a potential deal for outfielder Juan Soto, per SNY’s Andy Martino. However, both sides are still far from an agreement. Martino added that San Diego is seeking young pitchers “in the Michael King/Clarke Schmidt category” and “top prospects/rookies like Jasson Dominguez and Anthony Volpe.” Soto, 25, is entering his final year of … [Read more...] about Yankees, Padres “exchanging names” on OF Juan Soto
Knicks blow out Hornets, advance to In-Season Tournament quarterfinal
The New York Knicks let the Charlotte Hornets come within one point in the third quarter, and then remembered every point counts. Julius Randle led the way with 25 points and an eye-popping 20 rebounds in the Knicks’ 115-91 victory, putting New York in the In-Season Tournament’s quarterfinal. Josh Hart, after voicing frustrations about his role in the offense, had his best game … [Read more...] about Knicks blow out Hornets, advance to In-Season Tournament quarterfinal