New York Post Aug 11, 2019
Brodie Van Wagenen’s deal for J.D. Davis looking like a winner
Brodie Van Wagenen turned heads with his bold offseason trade for Edwin Diaz and Robinson Cano, believing the deal could put the Mets over the top. Turns out, the new general manager’s difference-making move would come one month later. On a roster in which so many vital pieces still have Sandy Alderson’s fingerprints, low-key acquisition...
SNY TV Aug 9, 2019
Mets' Robinson Cano hopes to play again this year
Robinson Cano spoke about his hamstring tear that may force him to miss the remainder of the Mets' season.
Amazin Avenue Aug 9, 2019
Mets sign Joe Panik
Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports The second baseman was designated for assignment by the Giants on August 6th The New York Mets announced earlier today that they have signed second baseman Joe Panik, who was designated for assignment by the San Francisco Giants earlier in the week. Panik went unclaimed through waivers today after hitting a well below average .235/.310/.317 in 388 plate appearances this season. Panik figures to fill-in at second base for Robinson Cano down the stretch, who was recently placed on the 10-day injured list with a torn left hamstring. Panik is expected to be...
New York Post Aug 9, 2019
Mets sign Joe Panik to fill infield opening
The Mets have their Robinson Cano replacement. After days of speculation and mutual interest, second baseman Joe Panik to the Mets is a done deal. The sides had to wait until he cleared waivers on Friday afternoon and for the Mets to clear a roster spot, with infielder Adeiny Hechavarría being the odd man out. The...
Rising Apple Aug 9, 2019
Mets should promote Ruben Tejada for added infield depth
Former New York Mets infielder Ruben Tejada is down in Triple-A having a terrific season. The big league Mets could use him on the 25-man roster right now. As New York Mets fans, I am still not sure if it’s worth crying or laughing really hard at the irony in Robinson Cano actually tearing his […] Mets should promote Ruben Tejada for added infield depth - Rising Apple - Rising Apple - A New York Mets Blog Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Rising Apple Aug 8, 2019
New York Mets: The search for a Robinson Cano replacement
A look at some of the options for the New York Mets when searching for someone to replace injured second baseman Robinson Cano. New York Mets second baseman Robinson Cano has been a burden upon the team, however, he was gaining much traction in terms of hitting over the last few games. His significant injury […] New York Mets: The search for a Robinson Cano replacement - Rising Apple - Rising Apple - A New York Mets Blog Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
New York Post Aug 8, 2019
The scenario in which Mets could make run at Joe Panik
Welcome to Panik Citi? The Mets, eyeing a potential upgrade at second base with Robinson Cano sidelined by a torn left hamstring, have preliminary interest in Joe Panik, according to an industry source. Panik, a former St. John’s standout who grew up in Hopewell Junction, N.Y., was placed on waivers Wednesday by the Giants. If...
SNY TV Aug 7, 2019
With Dilson Herrera, Joe Panik, and Luis Guillorme among options, analyzing how Mets fill second base
In the middle of the Mets' surge that has them back in contention came extremely bad news about Robinson Cano. Who should they turn to as a replacement?
NorthJersey.com Aug 7, 2019
NY Mets' Adeiny Hechavarria could see more time in lineup with Robinson Cano out
Looks like Adeiny Hechavarria is the Met most likely to play more in Robinson Cano’s absence.
New York Post Aug 6, 2019
Mets figuring out their options to fill void at second base
The Mets don’t have an everyday answer to replace second baseman Robinson Cano, who’s out indefinitely with a torn left hamstring, which is why Joe Panik being designated for assignment by the Giants could be a factor for them. Panik, the Long Island native and former St. John’s star, hitting .235 with just three homers,...
SNY TV Aug 6, 2019
Could the recently DFA'd Joe Panik be a second base option for the Mets?
With Robinson Cano sidelined indefinitely due to a torn hamstring, the Mets could be looking out for some help at second base, and an intriguing name could soon hit the free agent market.
New York Post Aug 6, 2019
Joe Panik an intriguing Mets option after Giants DFA
The Mets aren’t entirely out of options yet to replace Robinson Cano. After the second baseman landed on the injured list Monday — possibly for the remainder of the season — the Mets’ search for infield depth took a hit when former fan favorite Asdrubal Cabrera was snapped up by the rival Nationals. But on...
SNY TV Aug 6, 2019
Scouts discuss best Mets lineup scenarios with Robinson Cano out
It's a simple question without an obvious answer: what's the best way for the Mets to proceed without Robinson Cano at second base?
New York Post Aug 6, 2019
Mets avoid Jeff McNeil disaster as he returns to lineup
After bad news on Robinson Cano, the Mets lucked out with Jeff McNeil. McNeil, who left the second game of Monday’s doubleheader with a calf cramp, is back in the lineup Tuesday against the Marlins, batting leadoff and playing right field. The 27-year-old, who enters Tuesday leading the majors in batting with a .337 average,...
Amazin Avenue Aug 6, 2019
Amazin’ Avenue Audio (The Show): LFGM
This week, optimism creeps back into the podcast. Welcome to Amazin’ Avenue Audio (The Show), the new/old favorite from Amazin’ Avenue editors Chris McShane and Brian Salvatore. First up this week, we welcome Lukas Vlahos from our sister show From Complex to Queens to discuss what minor league options the team has to replace Robinson Cano, either at second, or to replace Jeff McNeil in the outfield when he moves to second base. Next, Chris and Brian discuss this insane run the Mets have gone on after the All-Star Break, and live on the show celebrate dingers from J.D. Davis, Michael...
