Quote of the Day: Joe Carter
“They don’t put spring-training statistics on the back of bubble-gum cards.” Carter on his lone extra base hit in 59 spring training at-bats in 1993.
Author Archives: Johnny Lumsden
Mets Get Their Man on a Beneficial Contract for Both Sides
Since acquiring Yoenis Cespedes at the 2015 trade deadline, the big story has been about locking him up. Last offseason Cespedes and the Mets agreed to a $75 million deal over 3 years with an opt out after the first season. So, of course the right-handed slugger opted out in search for a long-term contract. As of multiple reports, Cespedes’ new deal is worth $110 million over the course of 4 years. The Mets did not want to go more than 5 years, as history tells that long term deals are not worth it. But, does this contract sit well Continue reading Mets Get Their Man on a Beneficial Contract for Both Sides
Quote of the Day: Whitey Ford
“There’s no easier pitch to hit than a spitter that doesn’t do anything.” One of the best southpaws of all-time on a great pitch’s consequences when it doesn’t do anything.
Is Josh Reddick a Good Fit on His New Team?
Trading away Carlos Gomez opened up a space in the Astros’ outfield. So, after had already made a splash this offseason, Houston strikes again by signing Josh Reddick. The former Oakland A will be with the Astros for 4 years earning a total of $52 million. But, is he the best fit in that remeaining outfield spot considering the other possibilities on the market? After this signing, the first question is about the fact that Reddick is primarily a right fielder. The problem is that George Springer is already there. The Astros have already dealt with this issue by moving Springer Continue reading Is Josh Reddick a Good Fit on His New Team?