Finally some action from the Winter Meetings. It appears that K-Rod is headed to New York. Yesterday, I reported that the Mets had offered a 2 year, $24 Million dollar deal with a third year player option. However, the two sides continued negotiations, and according to MetsBlog Rodriguez’s agent and the Mets essentially agreed in principle late yesterday to a three-year, $36 million deal. The two sides are expected to finalize the deal later today, which could be announced in the next 24 to 48 hours.This doesn't come as much of surprise to me. K-Rod made so much sense for the Mets, and the Mets essentially had the entire closers market cornered. I never bought into the idea that K-Rod wanted a 5 year, $75 Million contract, just like I never bought into the idea that the Mets didn't have enough prospects to acquire Johan Santana.
I don't think the Mets are out of the relief pitcher market just yet. I wouldn't be shocked if the Mets made a strong play for Huston Street, or even Brian Fuentes. But for the time being I am satisfied. Good work Omar Minaya
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its a good start but the mets need WAY more in their bullpen then k-rod. i also dont think k-rod is going to be healthy all season after the angels ran him out there every chance they could because they know they wouldnt be able to keep him after this year. he also has a all out motion that is a strain on his arm. but we'll see
ReplyDeleteHe's 26 years old and has never had a serious injury. All of this injury talk is nonsense. He signed a 3 year deal and he's in his prime. Plus, since we got him at a bargain price, so we still have money to sign brian fuentes, trevor hoffman or trade for huston street.
ReplyDeletei like the Putz trade a lot. the fans in NY should see a lot of themselves in him and really be able to relate to him.
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