Your Wednesday morning dose of Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.
Meet the Mets
Kodai Senga gave his thoughts on why so many Japanese players choose the Dodgers and what the Mets could do to help their case.
Senga also discussed how his offseason went after his injury-plagued season last year.
Tim Healey summed up the Senga press availability over at Newsday.
Anthony DiComo laid out some story lines to watch in Mets spring training this year.
During his press conference today, Carlos Mendoza said that José Buttó is now officially a reliever.
He also solidified Lindor’s continuing placement at the top of the lineup, while not yet revealing the rest of the lineup plans.
Tim Healey also rounded up some spring training notes over at Newsday.
The Mets also rehab and recovery updates for A.J. Minter and Ronny Mauricio.
The Mets will also be taking a look at Nick Madrigal at shortstop, a first for him in the major leagues.
On the latest episode of Pablo Torre Finds Out, Torre speaks to David Stearns about his career, signing Juan Soto, and more.
Around the National League East
The Braves announced three more non-roster invitees to spring training, including a former Met and a recently released Met who never actually played with the team.
Around Major League Baseball
Former Met Luis Guillorme signed a minor league deal with the Astros.
Kenley Jansen has signed a one-year, $10 million contract with the Angels.
To the surprise of absolutely no one, Clayton Kershaw is returning to the Dodgers.
The Twins signed former Mariners All-Star Ty France to a one-year deal.
MLB.com projected every team’s lineup and rotation come Opening Day.
The Red Sox are still hopeful they can land a right-handed hitter for 2025.
The White Sox have signed outfield Michael A. Taylor to a one-year, $1.95 million contract that includes performance bonuses.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
Allison McCague took a look at Reed Garrett and his role heading into 2025.
This Date in Mets History
On this day in 1992, Keith Hernandez added “actor” to his long list of abilities with his iconic appearance on the sitcom Seinfeld.