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Why the New York Mets Have Been Treading Lightly This Offseason

The New York Mets are clearly within arm’s reach of a World Series title, and many fans are patiently awaiting news of a major offensive transaction that they believe is necessary to bring a championship back to Queens for the first time in 30 years.

Mark Appel's Fresh Start with Phillies Could Help Former No. 1 Pick Thrive

The news was stunning, unexpected but completely understandable.

The Houston Astros completed their trade with the Philadelphia Phillies to acquire closer Ken Giles, a flamethrower with huge upside and under club control for the next five seasons. The trade happened Wednesday but was not made official until Saturday afternoon.

Mark Appel to Phillies: Latest Trade Details and Scouting Report

In a surprise twist to a deal that was reported earlier this week, the Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies pulled a sleight of hand with 2013 No. 1 overall pick Mark Appel going to the Phillies as part of the Ken Giles trade. 

Jason Heyward, Bryce Harper Would Be Tantalizing Outfield Duo for Nationals

Close your eyes, Washington Nationals fans, and picture it: Bryce Harper and Jason Heyward, two of the game's most dynamic young players, roaming the outfield together.

It's far from a sure thing, but it's also not an impossible dream.

The rumor, which dropped as the winter meetings were wrapping up in Nashville, Tennessee, on Thursday, came courtesy of CBSSports.com's Jon Heyman:

Mets' Boosting Infield Depth with Walker, Cabrera Makes Up for Zobrist Whiff

After listening to the buzz over the last few weeks, many of us expected Ben Zobrist to be a New York Met right now. Instead, he's a Chicago Cub. C'est la hot stove.

But while the Mets would certainly love to have Zobrist on their side, settling for the next-best thing is never a bad idea.

Brett Oberholtzer, More to Phillies: Trade Details, Scouting Report

In a deal that sent over closer Ken Giles to the Houston Astros, the Philadelphia Phillies acquired pitchers Vincent Velasquez, Brett Oberholtzer, a minor leaguer who is reportedly outfielder Derek Fisher and a fourth player on Wednesday, pending physicals, according to MLB.com's

Asdrubal Cabrera to Mets: Latest Contract Details, Comments, Reaction

The Tampa Bay Rays are known for carrying a thin payroll and opted not to spend to retain All-Star shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera, who is reportedly signing with the New York Mets

Yusmeiro Petit to Nationals: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction

Bullpen pitcher Yusmeiro Petit burned the Washington Nationals in the postseason in 2014. Now, he will reportedly join them in 2016.

Dansby Swanson, Ender Inciarte, More to Braves: Trade Details, Scouting Report

The Atlanta Braves continue to make the long-term future their focus after trading Shelby Miller and Gabe Speier to the Arizona Diamondbacks for 2015 No. 1 overall pick Dansby Swanson, outfielder Ender Inciarte and pitching prospect Aaron Blair. 

Tyler Flowers to Braves: Latest Contract Details, Comments, Reaction

Adding depth to their catching stable, the Atlanta Braves agreed to a deal with veteran Tyler Flowers on Tuesday.    

According to Mark Bowman of MLB.com, Flowers' deal with the Braves is for $5 million through 2017 with a $4 million option for 2018. 

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