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Yahoo
08-07-2025
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- Yahoo
Mets DFA pair of relievers to make room for touted prospect
The post Mets DFA pair of relievers to make room for touted prospect appeared first on ClutchPoints. The New York Mets made significant roster changes on Wednesday, reshaping their bullpen by designating left-handers Jose Castillo and Richard Lovelady for assignment to make room for right-handed pitching prospect Jonathan Pintaro and left-hander Brandon Waddell. Advertisement Pintaro, 27, joins the major league roster as the Mets' No. 22 prospect, per MLB Pipeline. A standout in Double-A Binghamton this season, Pintaro posted a 3.40 ERA and 1.11 WHIP over 42.1 innings, tallying 57 strikeouts across 11 starts. Despite his role as a starter, he typically pitched in stints of three to five innings and will now transition to a multi-inning bullpen role in the majors. Pintaro was briefly promoted to Triple-A Syracuse before being called up to the big league roster. Renowned for a deep and deceptive arsenal, Pintaro features a plus-rated cutter, a sinker, sweeper, an upper-90s four-seam fastball, and a changeup. Scouts have praised his unusual delivery and pitch movement, identifying him as a strong candidate for a relief role. His journey to the majors is notable. After five collegiate seasons at Division II Shorter University and time in the independent Pioneer League with the Glacier Range Riders, he was signed by the Mets in 2023. Advertisement Alongside Jonathan Pintaro, Brandon Waddell was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse. The Mets' bullpen has been heavily taxed recently, with all eight relievers used over the previous two days, prompting the need for fresh arms. The moves came at the expense of Jose Castillo and Richard Lovelady, both of whom are now in DFA limbo. Castillo, acquired from the Arizona Diamondbacks in a cash deal, had pitched well with a 2.38 ERA in 11.1 innings over 13 appearances for the Mets. He maintained a 24.1% strikeout rate, a 10.3% walk rate, and a 55.9% ground ball rate. However, a difficult outing against Atlanta on Tuesday, where he allowed three inherited runners to score and was charged with two earned runs, factored into the decision. Lovelady, signed just days earlier to a minor league deal, made his Mets debut on Tuesday, allowing two earned runs on one hit and two walks across 1.2 innings. Before joining the Mets, he had excelled at Triple-A with the Twins, recording a 1.31 ERA over 20.2 innings, with a 26.5% strikeout rate and 60.4% ground ball rate. Advertisement The moves leave the Mets with no true left-handed specialist in the bullpen. Although Waddell is a lefty, he is expected to serve in a long relief capacity. Brooks Raley, recovering from Tommy John surgery, remains a possible option for later in the season. In the meantime, the Mets are expected to explore external options for left-handed relief help as the trade deadline approaches. Related: Mets' trade proposal for Alex Bregman if Red Sox continue trading Related: MLB rumors: Mets, Phillies still keeping trade tabs on struggling White Sox star
New York Post
02-07-2025
- New York Post
Shoeless maniac attacks random pedestrians in ritzy NYC neighborhood: ‘Did he attack you too?'
A shoeless maniac randomly attacked several strangers and even cops in an unhinged Wednesday morning spree in Chelsea – leaving one victim lamenting to The Post 'this shouldn't be happening.' The unhinged man allegedly punched photographer and artist Jose Castillo, 38, at West 26th Street and Seventh Avenue around 9:20 a.m., police said. Castillo, a New Yorker of 12 years who has a studio in SoHo, was walking to pick up supplies in Chelsea when he strolled past a man who had been asking people for money on the street. Advertisement Out of nowhere, that man turned violent, Castillo said. 'I felt [like I was] punched in the face, and it knocked me to the ground,' he said. 'A couple people that were around came by to see if I was OK and helped me up. I wasn't knocked out, but I was knocked down to the floor by the punch.' The maniac punched a 38-year-old man and as many as four other people in an unhinged spree at West 26th Street and 7th Avenue Wednesday morning, cops said. Google Maps Advertisement 'And as I was getting up, to just you know, dust it off and keep on walking because it's New York, one of the people that was helping me said like, 'You're bleeding in your face,' and she said, 'You should call the cops,'' Castillo added. As he dialed 911, he looked back to see if the madman was still in sight – and caught him punching a teen girl, a tourist who was visiting the city with her mom. 'I saw it from maybe like half a block away as I was walking over and he hit her in the face too,' Castillo said. 'But by the time I reached them, the young girl was inconsolable. She was crying because she had just been attacked in the middle of the street. 'When I went over and approached them, and I was like, 'Hey, did he attack you too?', and they were like, 'Yeah, he just punched her too,' and by then I was already on the line with 911 and I was telling them what was happening.' Advertisement The crazed attacker was hospitalized for an evaluation and taken into custody with charges pending, police said. William Miller Both mom and daughter, who were 'quite shaken up,' were no longer at the scene by the time cops arrived. 'I assume this is gonna be their New York story, you know,' Castillo said. As Castillo was on the phone with the dispatcher, he said he witnessed the crazed man attack another youngster. Advertisement 'He got up to these young kids that looked like they were in middle school and when they didn't pay any attention to him, he smacked one of them in the back of the head,' he said. 'I was telling all of this to the dispatcher and letting them know that they should get there fast, because this guy was, you know, attacking people randomly.' As the officers approached, the street menace became 'combative' and turned on them too — punching a 30-year-old male officer in the face, and spitting on a 30-year-old female cop, authorities said. Another officer, 53, also hurt his shoulder while attempting to take the assailant into custody, police said. 'As they get close to him, this guy just starts swinging, and hits one of the officers on the right side of his face, and they tried to contain him,' Castillo said. 'You know, that guy wasn't that tall, he was about 5-foot-7, but he was really strong for someone that was that skinny. 'It was just havoc,' the victim recalled. 'The cops tried to…restrain him and they were having issues with that. Two other police officers came by and helped … .I know that he was spitting at officers at the station and in the car.' Castillo was treated at the scene for minor injuries, but said he thinks he needs to get checked out further. 'Right now, I'm going to get an X-ray of my face because…. I have pain, like I think that he moved one of my teeth in the back of my mouth,' he said. The two male officers were hospitalized in stable condition, according to cops. Advertisement Meanwhile, the attacker — who is considered an emotionally disturbed person — was taken to Bellevue Hospital for an evaluation, police said. He was taken into police custody with charges pending. His name was not immediately known and police were considering him a 'John Doe.' He wore only socks but no shoes during the string of attacks, and appeared to be in his mid-40s, Castillo said. Advertisement 'Mostly he was just silent and threatening, getting in people's faces,' he recalled. 'You know, this guy was serious. I've been living here for 12 years, and I've seen some people that were acting a little deranged, but this guy definitely was….I think that he needed some help.' Meanwhile, Castillo said that attacks like these 'shouldn't be happening.' 'There are alternatives that could be put in place to help these people out,' he said. 'The police response was quick, they were very helpful. I think that we should be thankful that we live in a city that has such a strong police force that is there for us.'
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Mets trade for Diamondbacks' Jose Castillo after bullpen injuries
The Mets acquired Jose Castillo from the Diamondbacks. The Mets sent cash to the Diamondbacks in exchange for lefty reliever José Castillo, who had been designated for assignment. To clear roster space, the Mets DFA'd righty Kevin Herget. The Mets acquired Jose Castillo from the Diamondbacks. Getty Images CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND METS STATS Castillo, a 29-year-old with 45 games of major league experience and a career 5.21 ERA, becomes a depth option for an organization that has needed southpaws. Advertisement Both A.J. Minter and Danny Young are gone for the season, leaving Génesis Cabrera as the only lefty reliever on the 26-man roster. The Mets already had signed the rehabbing Brooks Raley to become an option later in the season.
New York Post
17-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Jose Castillo set to join Mets' bullpen in time for Subway Series after trade
Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free The Mets plan to have a new bullpen option available Saturday. Jose Castillo, a left-hander who pitched to underwhelming results before he was designated for assignment by Arizona, is scheduled to join the Mets ahead of their game against the Yankees. Advertisement The Mets acquired Castillo on Thursday for cash considerations. Castillo, who is without minor league options, pitched to an 11.37 ERA in five appearances for the Diamondbacks this season. Jose Castillo throws a pitch during the Diamondbacks' game on May 3. Getty Images Advertisement Team brass on Friday hadn't ruled out the possibility that Genesis Cabrera would remain on the roster to give the Mets two lefties in the bullpen. Cabrera has thrived in a hybrid role — short relief and multiple innings. He entered Friday with a 1.80 ERA in four appearances for the club. Advertisement Dedniel Núñez, Huascar Brazobán and Max Kranick all have minor league options remaining. The Mets have been on the lookout for lefty relief since losing A.J. Minter and Danny Young for the season. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND METS STATS Minter tore a lat that necessitated surgery. Advertisement Young has a torn elbow ligament and will undergo surgery. Jose Castillo throws a pitch during the Diamondbacks' game on May 2. Bill Streicher-Imagn Images Frankie Montas was scheduled to throw a live batting practice session in Brooklyn. The right-hander, according to manager Carlos Mendoza, will throw at least one additional live batting practice within the next few days before he's considered for a minor league rehab assignment. Delivering insights on all things Amazin's Sign up for Inside the Mets by Mike Puma, exclusively on Sports+ Thank you Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Enjoy this Post Sports+ exclusive newsletter! Check out more newsletters Montas opened the season on the injured list after he was diagnosed with a high-grade lat strain early in spring training. Advertisement Sean Manaea has a 'series' of throwing sessions from a mound ahead, according to Mendoza, before he is scheduled to begin up and downs to simulate pitching multiple innings. The left-hander is rehabbing from an oblique strain that has sidelined him since spring training. Advertisement Paul Blackburn was set to start for Double-A Binghamton on Friday in a penultimate rehab outing before he's considered for a return from the injured list. The right-hander has been rehabbing from right knee inflammation.
Newsweek
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Mets Acquire Pitcher From Diamondbacks, While Astros Trade Reliever to White Sox
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. The Major League Baseball trade deadline is still a couple months away, but a few teams are starting to upgrade around the edges. More news: Way Too Early MLB Awards Predictions — MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year and More First, the Chicago White Sox acquired right-handed pitcher Miguel Castro from the Houston Astros for international bonus pool space. Then, the Arizona Diamondbacks traded left-handed reliever Jose Castillo to the New York Mets for cash considerations. Castillo was designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks earlier this week. More news: MLB Power Rankings — Yankees and Dodgers Rise, Red Sox Tumble, Major Shakeup PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 07: Jose Castillo #66 of the Arizona Diamondbacks delivers a pitch against the New York Mets at Chase Field on May 07, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 07: Jose Castillo #66 of the Arizona Diamondbacks delivers a pitch against the New York Mets at Chase Field on May 07, 2025 in Phoenix, Trade Miguel Castro to White Sox Castro, 30, joined the Astros on a minor league deal this offseason. Across 19.2 innings at Triple-A, he had a 2.29 ERA with 20 strikeouts. Castro reportedly had an upcoming opt-out clause in his contract in early June. Clearly, Houston didn't have any intention of calling him up, so instead, they sent him to Chicago, a team in need of bullpen help. More news: Former Athletics, Astros World Series Champion Outfielder Announces Sudden Retirement From MLB Castro has played for six teams since he debuted in 2015. Across 419 career appearances with the Toronto Blue Jays, Colorado Rockies, Baltimore Orioles, New York Mets, New York Yankees and Arizona Diamondbacks, Castro has generated a 4.20 ERA. Diamondbacks Trade Jose Castillo to Mets The Mets decided to shuffle their bullpen options, bringing in Castillo and designating right-hander Kevin Herget for assignment. Castillo has made five appearances at the MLB level this season, sporting an ERA of 11.37 with just three strikeouts in 6.1 innings pitched. More news: 3 Dodgers Under Most Pressure to Perform Following Shocking Roster Move The Mets had grown familiar with Castillo, as they faced him twice in their three-game series with the Diamondbacks last week. On May 5, Castillo recorded two outs without giving up a hit or walk. However, two days later, he pitched 1.1 innings, allowing three earned runs on one hit and three walks. Castillo has played in parts of five MLB seasons dating back to 2018. He debuted with the San Diego Padres in 2018, making 37 appearances and sporting a 3.29 ERA out of the bullpen. Then, he made just one MLB appearance in each of the 2019, 2022 and 2023 seasons. The Mets were in need of a left-handed reliever, so they'll hope Castillo fills the void in their bullpen. More news: Yankees Castoff Making New York Regret Giving Up on Him With All-Star Caliber Season For more MLB news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
