Category: Ben Zobrist
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Seven teams have expressed interest in acquiring Ben Zobrist
As the A’s continue to struggle to gain significant ground in the American League West, Ben Zobrist remains a hot commodity on the trade market as the July 31 non-waiver deadline approaches. Last week, Nick Cafardo of the Boston Globe reported the Giants, Mets, Yankees and Nationals had all expressed interest in acquiring Zobrist ahead of the trade deadline,…
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Mets not ruling out the acquisition of an outfielder this summer
On Wednesday, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reported the Mets are unlikely to acquire an outfielder in trade this summer, instead focusing their efforts on strengthening their infield. However, a source told Marc Carig of Newsday that isn’t necessarily the case, as acquiring an outfielder, “still remains very much in play.” According to Carig,…
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Up to five teams – including the Mets – are interested in acquiring Ben Zobrist
Ben Zobrist continues to be a name that pops up among rumors involving the Mets, and for good reason. He checks all the boxes for them. He could start at two positions on the infield right now for the Mets, arguably three. He could also arguably start in two outfield positions. He is a solid hitter…
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Sandy Alderson is willing to overpay to acquire Ben Zobrist
Ben Zobrist and his versatile skill set has long been a fit for the Mets. In addition, his switch-hitting prowess would at least lengthen the Mets lineup against both left-handed and right-handed pitching. The Mets recognized Zobrist’s skill set as a match to fill their needs. So much so, the Mets have expressed interest in acquiring…
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A’s won’t rush into to deal for Ben Zobrist
For the last two months, the Mets have only seen their need for versatility, speed and offense increase, never more apparent than during their recent seven-game losing streak which was snapped on Thursday with a 2-0 win over the Brewers. Sandy Alderson has said on several occasions the ideal player the club would look to…
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