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Happy Thanksgiving, Mets fans!
Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports reports that according to a person with knowledge of the situation, Bryce Harper had Tommy John surgery Wednesday and it went “very well.” He could be back hitting competitively by mid-May. The two-time NL MVP would obviously be a huge addition for the Phillies when he returns to play.
Now, it is time for the morning briefing.
Latest Mets News
Mike Puma of the New York Post reports that the Mets gauged Carlos Beltran‘s interest recently about potentially joining the coaching staff. Beltran indicated he’s not interested in that type of role with the club. Ross Bentley has more on the story.
The Mets announced on Wednesday they have signed right-handed pitcher Denyi Reyes and left-hand pitcher Zach Muckenhirn to minor league deals with invites to spring training. Ross Bentley has more on the story.
MLB has completed its investigation into possible collusion between the Mets and Yankees to suppress the free agency of superstar Aaron Judge and found “no basis for any claim of collusion” according to a report from Sean Gregory of TIME. Ross Bentley has more on the story.
Latest MLB News
The Red Sox announced yesterday that they signed LHP Joely Rodríguez to a one-year contract for the 2023 season, with a club option for 2024. Michael Mayer has more on the story.
Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports that the Rangers are among the most serious suitors for free agent Carlos Rodon.
The Texas Rangers announced yesterday that they hired Dayton Moore as the Senior Advisor of Baseball Operations and Mike Maddux as pitching coach on manager Bruce Bochy’s Major League staff.
Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports that the Red Sox have acquired INF/OF Hoy Park from the Pirates for minor league LHP Inmer Lobo.
Latest on MMO
Ross Bentley ponders which cap Carlos Beltrán would wear if he was inducted to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
On This Date in Mets History
2005: The Mets acquired two-time All-Star Carlos Delgado from the Marlins for Mike Jacobs and minor leaguers Yusmeiro Petit and Grant Psomas.
Birthdays: Jason Jacome (52)
