Mets’ bullpen getting needed boost with Edwin Diaz’s return
PITTSBURGH — Edwin Diaz last played in a game on June 23 and was ejected before pitching after a sticky substance on his right hand was determined to be in violation of MLB’s foreign body rules. The 10-game suspension issued by the league afterward is set to end Saturday, when the Mets closer is eligible […]
5 Yankees bullpen targets to watch for 2024 MLB trade deadline
The calendar turned to July on Monday, meaning trading season is just around the corner. Since the MLB Draft moved to July, teams have typically waited until the draft is over (it takes place on the Sunday, Monday or Tuesday of the All-Star break) before diving headfirst into the trade market, and even then, most […]
Mets survive another bullpen collapse to top Nationals in extras
WASHINGTON — J.D. Martinez was hitless in two straight games over the weekend, a poor showing by his standards, but he was ready when he blasted a split ball over home plate in the 10th inning Monday night. Not content with just slipping past the automatic runner, Martinez blasted a huge home run over the […]
Christian Scott joining Mets’ rotation as Jose Butto could be added to bullpen
WASHINGTON — The Mets are set to add a dynamic pitcher to their starting rotation and may soon add to their bullpen. Christian Scott is expected to return to the Mets’ starting rotation after being recalled from Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday, and team officials are discussing the possibility of adding Jose Bout to their struggling […]
Mets blow five-run lead as bullpen crumbles in loss to Astros
If Friday’s victory and postgame concert had an unmistakable nightclub atmosphere, the Mets’ afternoon concert is shaping up to be more like a summer block party. But the rally and the good times were at least temporarily interrupted when the Mets lost a five-run lead and a chance to clinch the third wild-card spot in […]
Yankees’ bullpen shuffling continues with return of Jake Cousins
TORONTO — The Yankees’ bullpen shuffling continued Thursday and may not stop until next month’s trade deadline. Jake Cousins became the latest rookie to join the team’s relief corps, being promoted from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after Yondris Gomez was injured again before the Yankees began their series against the Blue Jays. The Yankees’ bullpen was strong […]
Mets bullpen takes another hit as Drew Smith put on 15-day IL
The Mets’ relief corps, already in shambles after Edwin Diaz was suspended for illegal substance use prior to Sunday’s game against the Cubs in Chicago, will now also be without Drew Smith, who was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Wednesday with a right elbow sprain. Asked after Wednesday’s 12-2 win over the Yankees […]
Yankees bring back Chasen Shreve to fortify beleaguered bullpen
The Yankees looked to bolster their depleted relief corps, signing familiar face Chasen Shreve to a minor league contract on Saturday. The 33-year-old left-hander opted out of a minor league contract with the Rangers last month after appearing in 20 games with Triple-A Round Rock, posting a .761 WHIP in 22 1/3 innings. He played […]
Yankees sign Tim Hill as reinforcement for banged-up bullpen
The Yankees will add a veteran left-hander to their depleted bullpen. The team signed relief pitcher Tim Hill to a major league contract on Thursday, putting him in time for the final game of the series against the Orioles. Clayton Andrews was designated a designated player to make room on the 40-man roster. The Yankees […]
Mets’ win snapped at seven as bullpen falters in loss to Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas — The Mets’ recent success has been fueled not only by a booming batting lineup, but also by a bullpen that has turned respectable after a dismal May. But on Wednesday night, they tried to shut out the fading defending World Series champions but couldn’t get the runs or the late hold they […]