John Sparaco

John Sparaco

Joined: Aug 20, 2024

John Sparaco is a contributing writer for the Mets website On SI. He has previously written for Cold Front Report, Times Union and JKR Baseball, where he profiled some of the top recruits, college players and draft prospects in baseball. You can follow him on Twitter/X: @JohnSparaco

Feb 21, 2026; Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA; New York Mets third baseman Bo Bichette (19) throws to first base but cannot retire Miami Marlins third baseman Connor Norby (not pictured) during the fourth inning at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Feb 17, 2026; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets infielder Marcus Semien (left), infielder Mark Vientos (center) and infielder Ronny Mauricio (right) run on the field during spring training at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Feb 11, 2026; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets pitcher Devin Williams (38) throws during spring training. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Sep 4, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta (51) reacts after striking out Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm (not pictured) with the bases loaded in the fourth inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Jul 30, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns speaks to the media about the MLB trade deadline before a game against the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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The Mets reportedly had three fallback targets lined up in case their moves for Bo Bichette and Freddy Peralta fell through.

May 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Luis Garcia against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Mets continued reshaping their bullpen by signing veteran right-hander Luis García to a one-year major league deal.

May 15, 2009; San Francisco, CA, USA; New York Mets outfielder Carlos Beltran (15) prepares to bat during the third inning against the San Francisco Giants at AT&T Park in San Francisco, CA. The Mets defeated the Giants 8-6. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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In his fourth year on the BBWAA ballot, former Mets outfielder Carlos Beltrán has been elected to the Hall of Fame.

The Mets Carlos Beltran tosses his bat aside after hitting a three-run homer in the 7th inning, as Phillies catcher Mike Lieberthal looks on in Queens on May 2, 2005.

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Six former Mets are on this year’s Hall of Fame ballot, but only one is tracking toward being elected Tuesday.

Apr 13, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Tsung-Che Cheng (71) at bat in the second inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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The Mets added to their infield depth by claiming former top prospect Tsung-Che Cheng, who made his MLB debut last year.

Jul 3, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Christian Scott (45) prepares to throw a pitch against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images

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Mets right-hander Christian Scott is expected to be fully ready for spring training, joining an already crowded rotation mix.

Jun 20, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Boston Red Sox infielder Christian Arroyo (39) runs to second on a double while driving in two runs against the Minnesota Twins during the seventh inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images

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The Mets have signed former Red Sox infielder Christian Arroyo to a minor league deal with a spring training invite.

Oct 4, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta (51) pitches against the Chicago Cubs during the second inning of game one of the NLDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

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The Mets reportedly remain “seriously” interested in adding to their rotation, with multiple avenues still on the table.

Sep 1, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Miami Marlins relief pitcher Mike Baumann (55) throws a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the seventh inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

After spending the 2025 season in Japan, veteran right-hander Mike Baumann is joining the Mets on a minor league deal.

Jul 13, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a New York Mets hat and glove in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the eighth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

The Mets are expected to sign 16-year-old shortstop Wandy Asigen, who backed out of a verbal agreement with the Yankees.

Aug 28, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Rockies catcher Drew Romo (3) heads home to score a run in the third inning against the Miami Marlins at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

The Mets claimed catcher Drew Romo off waivers from the Orioles and designated left-hander Brandon Waddell for assignment.

Sep 30, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Luke Weaver (30) follows through on a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning of game one of the Wildcard round of the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Despite a rocky finish in 2025, Luke Weaver’s underlying numbers and past postseason track record point to late-inning value.