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NewsJim Duquette, who was the Mets' GM in 2004, offers his opinions as a studio analyst and columnist for MLB.com.
 | While September brings exciting pennant races, it is also a time when many clubs turn their attention to the offseason and begin formulating plans for free agency. Here are the current rankings of the top 10 2018-19 free agents.
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 | While less than two weeks have passed since the July 31 non-waiver Trade Deadline, it's not too early to evaluate some of the deals that went down last month. After all, some of the players who were moved have already made a notable impact for their new teams. Here are the most successful Deadline acquisitions to this point.
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 | Who says no? Jim Duquette fields fans' trade proposals
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 | Who says no? Jim Duquette fields fans' trade proposals
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 | The non-waiver Trade Deadline is just about a month away, meaning media and fans will be buzzing about possible wheeling and dealing for the next month. Among the names that will be bandied about, the following 10 men are among the likeliest to receive considerable attention given where clubs' needs stand today.
More»Morosi talks possible sellers at Trade Deadline |
 | Find out which teams are most likely to be interested in trading for Manny Machado, and what they might offer for his services.
More»Morosi discusses Machado trade possibilities and more |
 | If the Mets decide to trade ace Jacob deGrom, these 6 teams have the prospects to get a deal done.
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 | With the news that Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano will serve an 80-game suspension and not be eligible for the postseason for violating Major League Baseball's Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program, the club has several options to consider.
More»Dipoto talks about Cano's 80-game suspension |
 | With the Red Sox having started this season 17-2, and the Yankees in the midst of their own impressive stretch -- winning 17 of 19 -- both American League East rivals are undoubtedly among the top teams in the Majors.
More» Betts crushes his 13th homer to left-center |
 | Ultimately, I expect Matt Harvey's move to the bullpen to be a temporary one. He should eventually return to the Mets' rotation -- and not only that, pitch effectively, even if not as an ace anymore, at least as a back-end starter.
More»Harvey, Callaway on Harvey moving to bullpen |
 | The Yankees have several options to consider as they attempt to weather Dellin Betances' struggles.
More» Boone on Hicks' offensive night, Betances |
 | Although the sample size is still incredibly small, here are some examples of early-season success stories that could be harbingers of what's to come.
More»How Cole, Ohtani are helping their new ballclubs |
 | Every year sees a few teams exceed expectations. This season, these three teams could do just that. The common thread between them? Each has a rotation that may be better than many realize.
More» Odorizzi strikes out Crawford swinging |
 | MLB.com analyst Jim Duquette answers fans' questions about MLB's best offense, free-agent starting pitchers and more.
More»Duquette on possible trade candidates in the summer |
 | Although Opening Day is still several weeks away, the trade market seems likely to remain relatively quiet for now. So let's look ahead to the summer, when Major League general managers will be seeking upgrades to bolster their rosters for a lengthy postseason run -- much like the Astros (Justin Verlander) and the Dodgers (Yu Darvish) did last season.
More»Duquette on possible trade candidates in the summer |
 | The free-agent market has started to heat up as Spring Training camps have opened, but many big names are still without a home. Here to provide some insight on that situation and more is MLB.com analyst Jim Duquette.
More»Duquette discusses Arrieta's possible fit with Phils |
 | Plenty of clubs could benefit from adding one of the Hot Stove's remaining potential difference-makers, so they may become more aggressive in their pursuit as the season draws closer. Below are five signings that would make sense by the time Spring Training gets underway.
More»Best fits for Martinez, Moustakas, Lynn and Arrieta |
 | To provide some clarity on the current offseason, MLB.com analyst Jim Duquette fielded fans' Hot Stove questions on Twitter at @Jim_Duquette.
More»Feinsand on market for big-name pitchers |
 | While it seems like the Orioles are not going to end up trading Manny Machado, it's a rumor that just won't go away. In fact, MLB Network insider Jon Heyman fanned the flame on Friday when he reported the Yankees have been keeping tabs on the Machado market and could be prepared to make a splash.
More»Yankees rumored to still be interested in Machado |
 | It has taken a while for some of the biggest free agents to come off of the board, and while I expect things to pick up soon, here are a half-dozen players who I think will be among the last free agents to sign.
More» Expect top FAs to sign by mid-January |
