Alex Cora Rumors

Mets Notes: Adrian Gonzalez, Marquis, DeRosa

The incomparable Marty Noble answers many of the fan inquiries with his usual mixture of information and wit. Among other ideas, he considers: Just what would it take, hypothetically, to bring Adrian Gonzalez to Queens? Noble believes a package of John Maine, Fernando Martinez and Ike Davis "and perhaps more would be one to consider seriously." Noble likes Joel Pineiro more than Jason Marquis, adding that "I know the Mets are interested in [Bengie] Molina." He says that while Mark DeRosa wouldn't be a top priority, "If they can't bring back Alex Cora, DeRosa would an even better fit." He...   Continue Reading

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Mets Meet With Boras

Mets GM Omar Minaya met with agent Scott Boras last night at the GM Meetings for 45 minutes, according to Joel Sherman of the New York Post. Sherman says Matt Holliday, Alex Cora, Jarrod Washburn, and Rick Ankiel were discussed. Of course, the Mets' plans extend beyond Boras clients, and Sherman says Bengie Molina sits atop their list of catching targets. The Mets made a play for Molina four years ago. Another target might be Chone Figgins, as suggested by SI's Jon Heyman. Sherman sums up the Mets' offseason situation: The Mets' priority list in order is a slugging left...   Continue Reading

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Mets Likely To Re-Sign Alex Cora?

The Mets are likely to re-sign Alex Cora as their backup infielder for 2010, according to Adam Rubin of the New York Daily News. Cora, 34 in October, hit .251/.320/.310 in 308 plate appearances for the Mets this year. The Scott Boras client earned $2MM for his efforts. MetsBlog's Matthew Cerrone appreciates Cora's intangibles, but would hate to see GM Omar Minaya overpay him with a two-year deal (see Marlon Anderson and Julio Franco).   Continue Reading

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Minaya: Mets Will Be Buyers, Not Sellers

Usually, getting shut out five times in 13 games as the trade deadline nears while falling ten games behind the division leader is a good excuse to get a team to waive the white flag. But the Mets are no ordinary team, with executives challenging minor leaguers to fights, having altercations with closer Francisco Rodriguez, and an injury a day- this one to Alex Cora, who has been filling in for the injured Jose Reyes. So it should come as no surprise that Mets GM Omar Minaya says New York will be buyers, not sellers at the trade deadline, according...   Continue Reading

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First Baseman? Mets Need a Shortstop

With Carlos Delgado out until at least late July, the rumors have swirled around the Mets and first basemen throughout the league. But what the Mets may really need is a shortstop. Jose Reyes left Wednesday night's game against the Dodgers with what looked to be an aggravation of the calf injury that kept him out for five games. With backup Alex Cora out indefinitely with a thumb injury, the Mets are now left with a pair of shortstops: Ramon Martinez, who had two errors in his start on Monday night, and Fernando Tatis, who is a "break glass in...   Continue Reading

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Mets Finalize One Year Deal With Cora

The AP reports that the Mets finalized their one year contract with Alex Cora today. We heard last week that the deal was for $2MM, but there are also incentives for Cora based on games started. He gets a $250K bonus for each of 110, 120, 130 and 140 games started. Cora hasn't started more than 100 games since 2004.   Continue Reading

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Mets Agree To Terms With Alex Cora

According to Ben Shpigel of the New York Times, the Mets have agreed to terms on a one-year, $2MM deal with veteran infielder Alex Cora. Cora, 33, hit .270/.371/.349 in 152 at-bats for the Red Sox last season. He'll provide some insurance at second base in case Luis Castillo continues to struggle. Cora has also played shortstop and third base in the past.   Continue Reading

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Mets Close To Deal With Alex Cora

According to Rob Bradford of WEEI, the Mets are close to a deal with infielder Alex Cora for one-year and $2MM. The 33 year-old hit .270/.371/.349 in 179 plate appearances in '08 while playing both middle infield positions for the Red Sox.   Continue Reading

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Rosenthal On Dunn, Angels, Garland, Roberts

Let's take a look at the latest from Ken Rosenthal. The Dodgers won't go after Adam Dunn until they exhaust their options with Manny Ramirez. Rosenthal likes the Dunn-L.A. match. Should Dunn opt for a one-year deal so he can try his hand at a weaker free agent market? Rosenthal wonders if Tony La Russa and/or Albert Pujols will depart if the Cardinals do not contend in coming seasons. The Angels are not in on any hitter currently, but could engage in trade talks this summer if necessary. Rosenthal drives home just how difficult it would be for the Mets...   Continue Reading

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Mets Make Offer To Lowe

TUESDAY, 7:03pm: It looks as though the first of the Mets' offers has been issued. According to Jack Curry of the New York Times, the Mets have offered Derek Lowe a three-year deal, worth a total of $36MM. I imagine half the teams in baseball would be willing to offer that amount to Lowe. The article maintains the current notion that Lowe is the Mets' first choice to bolster their rotation. He had reportedly been seeking five years and $90MM. MONDAY: MLB.com's Marty Noble on the Mets: They intend to make offers early this week to at least two and...   Continue Reading

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