Joe Calabrese

Joe Calabrese

Joined: May 4, 2024

Joseph Calabrese is an avid New York sports fan who has previously made stops at and worked for major sports leagues and companies, including NBC Sports, CBS Sports and Bettor Sports Network. He is a huge Yankees fan and can be found on X: @JCalabrese1. He also co-hosts the "You Know I'm Right" podcast with fellow media member Nick Durst

Aug 23, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (58) pitches during the first inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

Aug 13, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Drew Smyly (11) walks off the field in the sixth inning against the Cleveland Guardians
at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 23, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Paul Blackburn (58) reacts after being hit during the third inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 7, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; New York Mets outfielder Ben Gamel (21) celebrates scoring a run in the ninth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Jul 21, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Christian Scott (45) delivers a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

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This Mets’ rookie is making progress in his rehab as the team hopes to get him back down the stretch.

Jun 19, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; New York Mets right fielder Starling Marte (6) hits an rbi double during the fourth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

The Mets should be getting two major reinforcements back in the near future.

[US, Mexico & Canada customers only] June 8, 2024; London, UNITED KINGDOM; New York Mets pitcher Sean Reid-Foley in action against the Philadelphia Phillies during a London Series baseball game at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Childs/Reuters via USA TODAY Sports

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It doesn’t sound like this relief arm will be back with the Mets anytime soon.

Aug 6, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Nick Castellanos (9) is out at second as Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Amed Rosario (27) throws to first for a double play in the eighth inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

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Mets management may show interest after ex-player was designated for assignment

Jun 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Oakland Athletics pitcher Vinny Nittoli (64) delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the sixth inning of game one of a double header at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports

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The New York Mets are bringing back an old friend to add some depth to their bullpen.

Jul 9, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets relief pitcher Adam Ottavino (0) walks off the field after getting taken out of the game in the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

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Mets reliever Adam Ottavino spoke candidly about the possibility of his roster spot being in jeopardy

Jul 4, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Mets relief pitcher Adrian Houser (35) throws a pitch against the Washington Nationals during the eighth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-USA TODAY Sports

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This ex-Mets’ pitcher has signed a minor league deal with an NL club

Jun 21, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (6) cools off in the dugout against the Chicago Cubs during the seventh inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

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This Mets’ slugger is set to begin a rehab assignment with his return date now looking clearer

[US, Mexico & Canada customers only] June 9, 2024; London, UNITED KINGDOM; New York Mets pitcher Dedniel Nunez throws against the Philadelphia Phillies during a London Series baseball game at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Childs/Reuters via USA TODAY Sports

New York's bullpen should expect to have a key contributor back sooner rather than later.

May 28, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals right fielder Jackie Bradley Jr. (41) is unable to make the catch during the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Low-risk acquisition brings veteran defensive presence, championship pedigree to Flushing

Feb 22, 2024; Goodyear, AZ, USA; Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Alex Young during media day at Goodyear Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar-USA TODAY Sports

The New York Mets have brought in a veteran reliever with some prior success.

Jun 13, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Luis Severino (40) reacts as he walks off the field after the top of the sixth inning against the Miami Marlins at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

This rejuvenated Mets’ star is very much hoping to face his old team next month