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Yahoo
24-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Mets sign recently DFA'd Yankees utilityman
For the New York Yankees, spring began with cautious optimism that Pablo Reyes might become their hidden gem in the infield. The 31-year-old utilityman made the Opening Day roster thanks to his defensive flexibility and ability to handle lefties. Advertisement But baseball is a harsh teacher. And for Reyes, the Bronx experience was short, humbling, and forgettable at the plate. In 25 games, Reyes hit just .194 with one extra-base hit, posting a brutal 31 wRC+ across 34 plate appearances. It wasn't just the numbers—it was the lack of any offensive rhythm that sealed his fate in a crowded infield. When the Yankees finally designated Reyes for assignment on Monday, few were surprised, though some hoped he'd stick around. Reyes was outrighted to Triple-A Scranton but chose free agency instead, betting on himself to find a better fit. And that better fit, at least for now, appears to be the New York Mets, who are no strangers to taking flyers on depth pieces. Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images A Familiar Landing Spot in Queens The Mets quickly swooped in, signing Reyes to a minor league deal and assigning him to Triple-A Syracuse. Advertisement Team insider Anthony DiComo reported the move, noting Reyes' brief Mets stint last year that had flown under the radar. Back in May 2024, Reyes was acquired by the Mets for cash considerations and saw just one game of MLB action. In that lone appearance, he crossed home plate and offered a glimpse of his speed and situational awareness. Though the sample was tiny, the Mets clearly remembered enough to give Reyes another shot when he became available. In many ways, this reunion is less about what Reyes has done and more about what he could offer with a clean slate. The Role of Depth and Second Chances Baseball is full of players like Pablo Reyes—glue guys who may never be stars but are indispensable in the right moments. Advertisement With the Mets battling injuries and inconsistencies across the roster, Reyes adds a layer of safety if the dominoes fall. His glove still plays. He can cover second, short, third—and even the outfield corners in a pinch. There's value in being a Swiss Army knife on a team searching for chemistry and consistency in the middle months. Now back in Syracuse, Reyes will need to hit—something he hasn't consistently done since his Red Sox days in 2023. If he can find even modest form at the plate, his versatility could once again earn him a major league call-up. Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images Why the Mets Keep Tabs on Players Like Reyes The Mets' front office has been diligent about building Triple-A depth with MLB experience, and Reyes fits that mold exactly. Advertisement He isn't flashy. He won't hit moonshots. But he's been around, and that matters when rosters inevitably thin out. There's also a familiarity factor. Reyes knows the organization, and Syracuse is a comfortable place to rebuild confidence. Think of him like a relief pitcher with minor league options—rarely loved, often needed, and crucial when chaos strikes. It's unlikely Reyes becomes a household name, but for a team with postseason aspirations, he might end up playing a meaningful inning. And for Reyes, just getting another opportunity—another clubhouse, another jersey—means the journey continues. Advertisement READ MORE: Mets 'going through it right now' after seventh straight loss: 'We're not in sync on either side of the ball' Related Headlines
Newsweek
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Veteran Utility Man Elects to Leave Yankees, Sign With Mets
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Veteran utility man Pablo Reyes didn't last long on the free agent market — and ended up not having to move very far, either. After being designated for assignment by the New York Yankees last week, Reyes cleared waivers and rejected his outright assignment to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, instead electing to enter free agency. Just days later, Reyes signed with the New York Mets on a minor league deal. More news: MLB Power Rankings — Dodgers Rise, Yankees Plummet, Red Sox Soar Despite Rafael Devers Trade KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JUNE 12: Pablo Reyes #19 of the New York Yankees hits a single during the eighth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on June 12, 2025 in Kansas... KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JUNE 12: Pablo Reyes #19 of the New York Yankees hits a single during the eighth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on June 12, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. MoreThis is Reyes' second stint with the Mets, as he joined the National League club midway through the 2024 season. In 58 games with Triple-A Syracuse, he slashed .283/.361/.478 with 10 home runs and 35 RBIs. He only made one appearance with the big league club, when he was inserted as a pinch runner and ended up scoring. After the 2024 season, the Yankees signed Reyes to a minor league deal. After a strong performance in the spring, Reyes earned a spot on the Yankees' Opening Day roster. Reyes appeared in 24 games over the first few months of the season, slashing .194/.242/.226 with two RBIs, four runs scored and 10 strikeouts. He was designated for assignment to make room for designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton on the active roster. More news: Red Sox Shockingly Demoting Top Prospect Amid Struggles Reyes began his professional career back in 2012 when he signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates as an international free agent. He debuted in 2018, and appeared in 89 games over the next two seasons, hitting .229 with five home runs, 26 RBIs and an OPS of .664. Reyes was then suspended for the entirety of the 2020 season for the use of a Performance Enhancing Drug. He became a free agent at the end of the year. In 2021, Reyes signed a minor league deal with the Milwaukee Brewers. He appeared in 58 games with Milwaukee over two seasons, hitting .258 with an OPS of .674. Reyes spent the 2023 season and part of the 2024 season with the Boston Red Sox. Then, he was with the Mets for a brief stop in 2024 and the Yankees in 2025 before signing back with the Mets this weekend. Over the course of his seven-year career, Reyes has slashed .245/.305/.342 with eight home runs and 56 RBIs across 256 games. He has played every position on the field except catcher, with a majority of his experience coming at third base, second base, shortstop and the corner outfield spots. More news: Orioles Minor League Infielder Tragically Dies at 19 Years Old For more MLB news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
22-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Mets Sign Ex-Yankees Player After Loss to Phillies
Mets Sign Ex-Yankees Player After Loss to Phillies originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Mets are experiencing how quickly a baseball team can fall in the standings. After having the NL's best record earlier in June, they no longer lead their division. Advertisement The Philadelphia Phillies are one game ahead of them atop the NL East after beating them 10-2 on Friday night. New York has lost seven straight games and has been outscored 22-3 in its last three. However, the team can reclaim the division lead with wins over Philadelphia on Saturday and Sunday, as well as regain ground in the NL standings. The front office acquired a former New York Yankee before Saturday's matchup, via Anthony DiComo. Former New York Yankees infielder Pablo Reyes (19).© Brad Penner-Imagn Images "The Mets signed infielder Pablo Reyes, who was briefly in the organization last year, to a minor league contract and sent him to [Triple-A] Syracuse," he reported. "Reyes had recently been DFA'd by the Yankees." Advertisement Reyes slashed .194/.242/.226 with two RBI over 24 games for the Yankees this season. The journeyman owns a career slash line of .245/.305/.648 with eight homers and 56 RBI over 258 contests. Right-handed pitcher Griffin Canning (6-3, 3.80 ERA) will start for the Mets against Phillies right-hander Mick Abel (2-0, 2.21 ERA) on Saturday night at Citizens Bank Park. The game will air on FOX at 7:15 p.m. EST. After this series, the club will return home to host the Atlanta Braves before facing the Pittsburgh Pirates on the road. After that, it will go home again to face the Milwaukee Brewers and Yankees before hitting the road to play the Baltimore Orioles and Kansas City Royals. Advertisement Related: Mets Outfielder Sends Aaron Judge Message After Seventh Straight Loss Related: Mets Make Pitching Move After Phillies Loss This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 21, 2025, where it first appeared.
Boston Globe
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Giancarlo Stanton set to make season debut for Yankees after missing first 70 games
Stanton has not played a full season since 2018, the first year after the Yankees acquired him from the Marlins. Entering Monday, he had missed 364 of 940 games (39 percent) since the beginning of the 2019 season. Advertisement The 35-year-old appeared in 114 games last season, hitting .233 with 27 homers and 72 RBIs, then had seven homers in 14 postseason games and was voted the MVP of the AL Championship Series. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Given a then-record He missed time because of a strained right biceps and strained posterior cruciate ligament in his right knee (2019), strained left hamstring (2020), strained left quadriceps (2021), right ankle inflammation and left Achilles tendinitis (2022) and strained left hamstring (2023 and 2024). Stanton was activated from the 60-day injured list and infielder/outfielder Pablo Reyes was designated for assignment. Advertisement Ben Rice had started 43 games at designated hitter, Aaron Judge 17, Jasson Domínguez eight, and Paul Goldschmidt two. Boone said righthander Jake Cousins will have Tommy John surgery on Wednesday with Rangers head team physician Dr. Keith Meister and righthander JT Brubaker likely will be activated in the next few days after recovering from three broken left ribs sustained when trying to avoid a comebacker in spring training. Cousins, sidelined all season, made minor league rehab appearances on June 3 and 7 for High A Hudson Valley and felt discomfort.
Al Arabiya
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Al Arabiya
Giancarlo Stanton Set To Make Season Debut For Yankees After Missing First 70 Games
Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton was activated Monday and set to start against the Los Angeles Angels and bat fifth after missing New York's first 70 games because of inflammation in the tendons of both elbows. Stanton was 3 for 11 with 4 RBIs in three rehab games last week with Double-A Somerset–an assignment cut short by rainy weather. Stanton has not played a full season since 2018–the first year after the Yankees acquired him from the Miami Marlins. Entering Monday, he had missed 364 of 940 games (39 percent) since the beginning of the 2019 season. The 35-year-old appeared in 114 games last season, hitting .233 with 27 home runs and 72 RBIs, then had seven home runs in 14 postseason games and was voted the MVP of the AL Championship Series. Given a then-record $325 million, 13-year contract by the Marlins, Stanton had 59 home runs and 132 RBIs in 2017, winning the NL MVP award. He was traded to the Yankees and has 38 home runs and 100 RBIs in his first season in the Bronx. He missed time because of a strained right biceps and strained posterior cruciate ligament in his right knee (2019), strained left hamstring (2020), strained left quadriceps (2021), right ankle inflammation and left Achilles tendinitis (2022), and strained left hamstring (2023 and 2024). Stanton was activated from the 60-day injured list and infielder/outfielder Pablo Reyes was designated for assignment.
