Mark Melancon Player Rumors
All the Player Rumors about Mark Melancon.
NL East Notes: Mets, Volquez, Hammel, Marlins, Nationals
2016/12/nationals-rumors-mark-melancon-marlins-rumors-jason-hammel.htmlThe Nats are interested in a reunion with Mark Melancon, however, he notes, adding that Washington "loved" Melancon's clubhouse presence in his short stint with the team following a trade-deadline rental this past summer.
Free Agent Profile: Mark Melancon
2016/12/free-agent-profile-mark-melancon.htmlAfter making three All-Star teams in the past four years and posting a sub-2.00 ERA along the way, Mark Melancon is improbably playing third fiddle on the closer market as he hits free agency for the first time in his career. … Melancon doesn't flash the gaudy velocity of fellow free-agent closer Aroldis Chapman, nor does he boast Kenley Jansen's ludicrous strikeout totals, but he's turned in a better ERA than either one of them since the start of the 2013 season (1.80) and has also pitched the highest number of innings of any of the three in that time (290).
Rockies Rumors: Holliday, Melancon, Bullpen, Reynolds
2016/11/rockies-rumors-matt-holliday-mark-melancon.htmlSimilarly, a signing of Colorado native Mark Melancon seems to be on the wishlist of some fans, and Bridich did confirm to Saunders that the team has at least spoken to Melancon's representatives. … However, the GM characterized Melancon as one of "a lot of guys" whose agents have been contacted by the Rockies.
Marlins Rumors: Ramos, Ozuna, Fister, Phelps, Gee
2016/11/aj-ramos-trade-rumors-marlins.htmlAlso of note from Frisaro's piece on the team's free-agent hunt, he lists Jansen and Aroldis Chapman as assets that are probably too expensive for the Marlins but lists right-handers Mark Melancon and Daniel Hudson as more affordable options that could be realistic targets. … On the one hand, the news isn't all that surprising, as Ramos projects to earn a relatively hefty $6.8MM in 2017 and is only controllable for another two seasons, so Miami could market him as it looks to add more stability to its rotation.
Signing Notes: Napoli, Melancon, Revere
2016/11/free-agent-notes-napoli-melancon-revere.htmlCould Colorado native Mark Melancon return to his home state in a Rockies uniform? Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post has serious doubts, as the Rockies have been burned on big pitching contracts in the past and the team would have to outbid several big-market teams in need of a closer to land Melancon's services. … Making the signing, on the other hand, would show that the Rockies are serious about contending with their current core of talent, and Melancon would obviously be a big upgrade for a Colorado bullpen that struggled last year.
NL West Notes: D-Backs, Giants Pen, Kendrick, Dodgers, Holliday, Pads
2016/11/nl-west-notes-d-backs-giants-pen-kendrick-dodgers-holliday-pads.htmlWe've already heard the team linked to Aroldis Chapman, Kenley Jansen, and Mark Melancon (who they met with today), though as John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle writes, the organization is considering alternatives as well. … All said, then, the odds appear to favor a fairly quiet approach to the free agent market from the D-Backs.
Reliever Notes: Chapman, Jansen, Melancon, Giants, Holland, Marlins
2016/11/giants-chapman-jansen-melancon-greg-holland-cubs-rays-indians-mariners-marlins-bullpen.htmlThe Giants met this week with representatives of top free agent relievers Aroldis Chapman, Kenley Jansen, and Mark Melancon, Bob Nightengale of USA Today (on Twitter) and Jon Morosi of MLB Network (Twitter link) report. … Finding a solution for the ninth inning is perhaps the top priority for Giants GM Bobby Evans, so it's not surprising to hear that he's looking into the three best options on the open market.
Nationals Notes: Turner, Zimmerman, Ramos, Melancon, Hernandez, Revere
2016/10/nationals-notes-turner-zimmerman-ramos-melancon-hernandez-revere.htmlThe Nats have some notable free agents, of course, including catcher Wilson Ramos and closer Mark Melancon. … As for Melancon, Rizzo offered effusive praise for his work on the mound and presence in the clubhouse.
Cafardo’s Latest: Hart, Melancon, Hill, DiSarcina
2016/10/cafardos-latest-hart-melancon-hill-disarcina.htmlMark Melancon will draw a lot of interest in free agency this winter, both as a closer and potentially, Cafardo opines, as an Andrew Miller-style hybrid reliever. … Melancon could be willing to accept such a role if he still gets paid like a top-flight closer, and Cafardo thinks firemen could eventually surpass closers as the highest-paid members of a bullpen.
Evans, Sabean Discuss Bullpen, Cain, Posey, Arroyo, Coaches
2016/10/giants-rumors-offseason-closer-melancon-chapman-jansen.htmlThe top three relievers in free agency are Aroldis Chapman, Kenley Jansen and Mark Melancon. … Pavlovic rightly notes that the Giants would need to make overwhelming offers to win a bidding war with teams like the Cubs, Yankees and division-rival Dodgers for the services of Jansen or Chapman, opining that Melancon is the likeliest target.
NL Notes: Pirates, Melancon, Dodgers, Cardinals
2016/09/nl-notes-pirates-melancon-dodgers-cardinals.htmlIf so, Sawchik suggests a reunion with soon-to-be free agent closer Mark Melancon, whom the Bucs traded to the Nationals at this year's non-waiver trade deadline. … As a 31-year-old who lacks eye-popping strikeout numbers, Melancon is likely to garner the cheapest contract among fellow impending free agent bullpen aces Kenley Jansen and Aroldis Chapman.
NL Notes: Giants’ Pen, Garcia, Murphy, McCarthy, Rodriguez
2016/09/nl-notes-giants-pen-garcia-murphy-mccarthy-rodriguez.htmlThe San Francisco general manager went on to explain a bit more about the team's efforts to acquire Mark Melancon, who ended up with the Nationals, from the Pirates. … Obviously, the Nats will be sure to rest him well with the NL East in hand, as Murphy figures to be a key piece of the team's postseason hopes after posting a remarkable .347/.391/.596 batting line thus far.
Free Agent Stock Watch: Mark Melancon
2016/09/free-agent-stock-watch-mark-melancon.htmlIn short, the opportunity is there for Mark Melancon to score a very nice multi-year contract. … Looking at how Melancon, Chapman and Jansen have performed since the start of the 2013 season, Melancon is the clear bronze medalist within this "big three" of free agent closers, though he brings a different skillset to the table.
Nationals Acquire Mark Melancon
2016/07/nationals-to-acquire-mark-melancon.html2:00pm: The Nationals officially have struck a deal to acquire Pirates closer Mark Melancon, finally getting the late-inning upgrade they've been seeking. … Melancon is playing on a $9.65MM salary this year before reaching free agency.
Nationals “Focused” On Mark Melancon
2016/07/nationals-focused-on-mark-melancon.htmlAs the Nationals continue their effort to add a quality reliever at the back of the pen, the club is "focused" on striking a deal to add Pirates righty Mark Melancon, Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports tweets. … That's not to say that the Bucs will let Melancon go lightly.
Nationals, Multiple Others Inquiring On Mark Melancon
2016/07/mark-melancon-trade-rumor-nationals-pirates.html11:07am: The Nationals and multiple other clubs are inquiring with the Pirates on closer Mark Melancon, reports Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports (Twitter link). … Melancon, 31, is earning $9.6MM in his final year before hitting the open market.
NL Notes: Nats, D-backs, Mets, Pirates
2016/07/nl-notes-nationals-d-backs-mets-pirates.htmlThe Pirates' recent revival will likely erase the chances of right-handed closer Mark Melancon switching teams prior to the Aug. … Melancon is amid yet another stellar season, with a sparkling 1.26 ERA, 8.07 K/9 and 2.02 BB/9 in 35 2/3 innings.
Heyman’s Latest: Yankees, Pirates, Teheran, Marlins
2016/06/heymans-latest-yankees-pirates-teheran-marlins.htmlHeyman suggests Francisco Liriano, Mark Melancon, David Freese, and perhaps Tony Watson as plausible trade chips. … There's plenty of demand on the starting pitching market, which is perhaps one reason to think that some arms could end up being pried loose.
Cafardo’s Latest: Valencia, Royals, Liriano, Melancon, Santana
2016/06/cafardos-latest-valencia-royals-liriano-melancon-santana.htmlSpeaking of Pirates arms, closer Mark Melancon is also drawing attention from teams in need of bullpen help. … Melancon is a free agent at the end of the season and thus could be a logical trade candidate if the Bucs decide to become deadline sellers.
NL Central Notes: Cubs, Nolin, Torres, Pirates
2016/04/cubs-trade-starting-pitching-rumor.htmlHapp this offseason, Ron Cook of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette writes that not enough emphasis has been placed on retaining an expensive closer in Mark Melancon -- a decision that kept a dominant Pirates relief corps intact. … That’s a big part of our decision to keep Mark." Huntington said that he never got any offers to his liking for Melancon this winter and didn't see many ways to effectively reallocate the $9.65MM Melancon earned in arbitration to definitively improve the 2016 club.
NL Notes: Phillies, Melancon, Holliday
2016/03/nl-notes-phillies-melancon-holliday.htmlThe Pirates entered the offseason projecting to pay about 10% of their payroll to Mark Melancon. … Paying such a steep price for their closer might not have seemed ideal in theory, but GM Neal Huntington says keeping Melancon was the best move in practice, Stephen J.
Pirates, Mark Melancon Avoid Arbitration
2016/01/pirates-mark-melancon-avoid-arbitration-2.html2:03pm: The Pirates and closer Mark Melancon have avoided arbitration, according to a club announcement. … 2:24pm: Melancon will receive $9.65MM for his final season before free agency, according to Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (on Twitter).
Cafardo On Free Agency, Miller, Melancon, Parra
2016/01/cafardo-on-free-agency-miller-melancon-parra.htmlAnother top reliever who might be staying put is Mark Melancon, Cafardo writes. … The Pirates have made Melancon (who will be paid handsomely in his last year before free agency eligibility) available, but thus far he's still with the Bucs.
Arbitration Breakdown: Aroldis Chapman, Mark Melancon, Kenley Jansen
2016/01/arbitration-breakdown-aroldis-chapman-mark-melancon-kenley-jansen.htmlLast year, I wrote about such a foursome of closers who had reached second-year arbitration eligibility, and this year I am writing about two of those closers, Aroldis Chapman and Kenley Jansen, along with Mark Melancon (who I wrote about separately last year). … It is clear that having a history of being a closer matters, which means that Chapman’s 146 career saves, Melancon’s 121 saves, and Jansen’s 142 saves will all help them have better arbitration cases than Johnson did with 72 career saves.
Pirates Notes: McCutchen, Melancon, Watson
2015/12/pirates-notes-mccutchen-melancon-watson.htmlMark Melancon's $10MM projected arbitration salary has made him a trade candidate this offseason, though Travis Sawchik of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review wonders if the Pirates have saved enough money in other transactions to be able to afford keeping the closer in 2016. … How good, in fact, has Pittsbugh's bullpen been? Fangraphs' Jeff Sullivan notes that Melancon and Tony Watson were the two best relievers in baseball from 2013-15 as per the Win Probability Added (WPA) metric.